"Eighty percent of respondents reported hotel bookings were tracking below initial forecasts. About 65 percent of the total respondents cited visa barriers and broader geopolitical concerns as issues suppressing demand."
"To fully realise that potential, the US and FIFA must ensure a welcoming and seamless experience for international travellers. The Trump administration has assured FIFA that it will facilitate ticket holders with visas, but that every applicant will still face strict vetting."
"Fan groups have also expressed concerns about high ticket prices and price gouging on the secondary market, as well as transport costs associated with attending matches."
"In Kansas City, bookings were so far below expectations that they lagged below normal."
Hotel reservations in the US for the World Cup are significantly lower than expected, with 80% of surveyed members reporting below forecast bookings. Visa barriers and geopolitical issues are cited by 65% of respondents as factors suppressing demand. Despite initial optimism, challenges remain, and the American Hotel and Lodging Association emphasizes the need for a welcoming experience for international travelers. The tournament, cohosted with Mexico and Canada, begins on June 11, with concerns over ticket prices and transport costs also affecting attendance.
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