A new report from the American Hotel and Lodging Association reveals that nearly 80% of hotels in the U.S. host cities for the 2026 World Cup are experiencing disappointing booking demand, with many properties citing visa barriers and high accommodation costs as contributing factors to the soft demand, raising concerns about the tournament's anticipated economic impact. #WorldCup2026 #TravelChallenges #HospitalityIndustry #US #AR #EC #NL #CW #AT #CA
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Hotels in U.S. World Cup host cities claim underwhelming demand, new report says
A majority of hotels in the 2026 World Cup's 11 U. S. host cities are reporting underwhelming demand for stays during the tournament, according to new data released Monday by the American Hotel and Lodging Association.