WASHINGTON (DC News Now) – Leaders in the D.C. tourism space said travel numbers are on the decline as federal law enforcement ramps up presence across the city under the direction of President Donald Trump.
Destination DC is revising initial travel predictions during a marketing outlook event on Tuesday, saying that based on the last several weeks and months, they’re expecting a dip in international travel to the District, meaning fewer dollars flowing into D.C.
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The prediction comes after a record-setting year for travel in the District. Destination DC said 27.2 million people visited in 2024.
“I can tell you August is going to be a very tough month for hotels in D.C.,” said Meade Atkeson, a regional director of operations for Sonesta Hotels in D.C. “Some [neighborhoods] within D.C. are down 20%.”…