Overview
- The White House convened leaders from major U.S. airlines, hotel chains and travel companies to press for policies that keep World Cup-driven demand from fading.
- Companies expected at the meeting include American Airlines, Booking Holdings, Hilton, Marriott, MGM, Caesars, Carnival, Hard Rock, IHG, Raffles & Fairmont and the Venetian alongside U.S. Travel Association officials.
- Industry data show a strong spending lift with U.S. travel spending up 6.2% in June to $122.1 billion while travel prices rose 8.1%, air passenger volumes slipped and overseas arrivals trended lower into July.
- The administration is promoting FIFA PASS for priority visa interviews, temporary increases in CBP staffing at ports of entry, and initial deployment of $12.5 billion approved to modernize FAA air‑traffic systems.
- Travel groups warn a proposed $250 Visa Integrity Fee and expanded social‑media screening would add cost and friction that could deter international visitors and undo recent gains.