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Las Vegas struggles as Canadian tourists vanish amid political tensions

A once-reliable stream of visitors from Canada has dried up, leaving Sin City's economy reeling. Can promotions and goodwill reverse the exodus?

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Las Vegas struggles as Canadian tourists vanish amid political tensions

Las Vegas is facing a sharp decline in Canadian tourists, and the impact is being felt across the city. Once the largest source of international visitors, Canadians are now staying away in large numbers—leaving hotels, casinos, and restaurants struggling. The drop follows political tensions and a broader boycott of US travel by Canadian tourists.

For decades, Las Vegas relied on a steady flow of Canadian visitors, with around 2.5 to 3 million arriving each year. Proximity, direct flights, and strong demand for entertainment made Canada the city's top international market. But in the past year, visits fell by 24%, leading to fewer flights and empty hotel rooms.

The decline has hit workers hard. One casino cook now works fewer hours and struggles to pay bills. Derek Stevens, a Las Vegas casino owner, has noticed a 40% drop in Canadian customers at his properties. He blames political tensions and tariffs for pushing tourists away.

To win them back, Stevens is running a promotion: Canadian loonies will be accepted at par with the US dollar until August. This offers more than a 30% discount based on current exchange rates. Yet the problem extends beyond Las Vegas. Cities like Los Angeles, New York, and Seattle are also seeing fewer Canadian visitors.

Many Canadians now choose trips within their own country or overseas instead. The shift comes as they feel the US no longer treats them as a valued ally. The Trump administration's policies have disrupted a tourism pipeline built over years of careful planning and marketing.

The loss of Canadian tourists has left a noticeable gap in Las Vegas' economy. Hotels, casinos, and restaurants all depend on their spending to stay busy. Without a change in travel trends, the city's tourist-driven businesses may face further challenges ahead.

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