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Every day, we are pursuing our unique mission to increase travel to and within the United States.
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TRAVEL: POWERING THE ECONOMY. CONNECTING AMERICA.
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American Jobs
15 Million
In 2023, the travel industry directly employed 8 million Americans and supported nearly 15 million jobs.
National GDP
2.5%
The travel industry represents 2.5% of our national GDP. Travel is a top services export for our nation and has the unique ability to generate a trade surplus for the U.S. economy.
Economic Output
$2.8 Trillion
Travel accounted for $1.3 trillion in direct spending in 2023—which produced an economic footprint of $2.8 trillion.