Policy headwinds mute U.S. World Cup tourism
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Hotel operators in 11 U.S. World Cup host cities report bookings below expectations, blaming a mix of policy-driven travel costs, visa and entry concerns, and FIFA’s block-booking of rooms. While FIFA says about 5 million tickets have been sold, observers note high prices and less-desirable seating, dampening hopes for a tourism surge ahead of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
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