WestJet Airlines has suspended nine routes to U.S. cities reflecting dwindling demand from Canadian travelers. Concerns about U.S. immigration policies, particularly under President Trump, have made many Canadians anxious about traveling due to fears of being detained or deported. This sentiment is echoed on social media, where users express strong apprehension about crossing the border. Despite positive tourism campaigns aiming to attract Canadians to California, the political climate has influenced travel decisions, showing a deep connection between politics and tourism in the region.
"Online, a flood of comments pushed back against the commercial, fueled by headlines focusing on denials of visas to international students, detention of tourists to the U.S., and deportations of immigrants - and even some U.S. citizens - which have more people feeling anxious about entering the United States under President Donald Trump's second administration."
"Can you guarantee ICE won't detain or jail a Canadian for their posts & comments on their phones or tablets?" A poignant inquiry indicating fears Canadians have about traveling to the U.S.
"Another social media post read. '[B]ut there's no chance I'm stepping foot in any part of America due to your president.'" This highlights the political motivations swaying Canadian sentiments on travel.
"For people in places like Vancouver, there is a feeling of sort of a shared cultural connection, and that extends to other coastal states - Oregon and Washington - as well." This suggests a desire for safe travel environments resonates among Canadians.
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