Mexico Leads North American Tourism Growth, Outpacing U.S. and Canada in 2025
Recent data from the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) indicates that Mexico has surpassed the United States and Canada in terms of travel and tourism growth for 2025. According to the WTTC's Economic Impact Research, Mexico's travel and tourism GDP increased by 1.8% in 2025, outpacing the United States at 0.9% and Canada at 1.2%. Additionally, Mexico recorded the highest growth in international visitor spending, which rose by 3.5%, while the United States and Canada experienced declines of 4.6% and 3.5%, respectively. International visitor arrivals to Mexico increased by 6.1%, contrasting with a 5.5% decrease in the U.S. and a 0.6% drop in Canada. This performance positions Mexico as the top performer in North America ahead of significant events like the 2026 FIFA World Cup. 
