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U.S. ski resorts are bracing for a steep drop in international travel due to politics
- U.S. ski resorts expect a steep drop in international travel this season due to politics and tariffs.
- Canadian visitors have fallen about 25% since tariffs were imposed, hitting border towns hard.
- Whitefish and Kalispell hotels are offering discounts under a 'Welcome Back Canada' campaign to lure travelers.
- The U.S. Travel Association projects roughly 5 million fewer international visitors this year.
- Resorts report mixed domestic demand, with last‑minute bookings becoming common amid uncertainty.
- Experts say Canadian travelers cite tariffs and U.S. politics as reasons for canceling trips.
- Domestic tourism has risen in some areas, helping to offset international losses.
- Officials warn the season's success remains uncertain as political winds shift hourly.
- Resorts report a lack of snow early in the season affecting openings and guest experience.
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