What's Happening?
Los Angeles and Orlando have improved their positions in the 2025 Top 100 City Destinations Index by Euromonitor International. Los Angeles climbed five places to rank 13th, while Orlando led in tourism performance due to domestic travel boosts and new
attractions like the Epic Universe theme park. The index evaluates cities based on tourism, sustainability, economic performance, and health and safety. New York remains the only U.S. city in the top 10, holding the 6th position. The report highlights the impact of tourism policies and infrastructure on city rankings, with European cities dominating the top spots.
Why It's Important?
The rise of Los Angeles and Orlando in global city rankings underscores the significance of strategic tourism policies and infrastructure investments in enhancing a city's international appeal. This development can lead to increased tourism revenue, job creation, and economic growth in these cities. The focus on domestic travel and new attractions in Orlando demonstrates the potential of leveraging local tourism to boost economic performance. Additionally, the rankings reflect broader trends in global tourism, where cities are adapting to challenges like overtourism and security concerns by revising entry fees and adopting electronic travel authorization systems.
