- by travelandtourworld
- 17 Aug 2025
Alaska Airlines is taking its global network expansion to the next level with two new routes to London and ReykjavÃÂk, set to begin in spring 2026. These additions not only extend the airline's global reach but also offer travelers exciting opportunities to visit some of Europe’s most iconic and sought-after destinations.
Now California joins New York, Nevada, Florida, Hawaii, Oregon, and North Carolina has been significantly impacted by the downturn of tourism brought about due to a combination of factors. International and domestic visitors now have to deal with rising travel costs and skyrocketing airfare and accommodation prices. Further, safety concerns, negative perceptions, and traveling to the US are costs in and of themselves. Strict immigration policies are making it more difficult for foreign visitors to acquire travel visas which, compounded with the long-standing effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, are fundamentally altering travel behavior and the public’s overall perception of travel. These realities have led to a marked decline in most tourism hot spots.
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