11. Why Canadians Are Rethinking U.S. Travel in 2025 (and What It Means for Road Trippers)

Update: 2025-06-17

Description

Canadian travelers are rethinking their road trips — and U.S. destinations are already feeling the impact.

In this eye-opening episode of Road Trip Ready, we veer off our usual path to tackle a pressing issue shaking up North American travel.

We sit down with award-winning Canadian travel journalist Charmaine Noronha, who shares what’s fueling the growing anti-U.S. sentiment among Canadian travelers — and how politics, safety concerns, and shifting media coverage are changing where people go (and where they don’t).

✨ What we cover:

* Why Canadian media outlets are dropping U.S. travel content

* The growing fear among everyday travelers

* Alternative destinations Canadians are choosing instead— like Mexico and the Dominican Republic

* Real stories behind canceled trips — and what they reveal about traveler sentiment

* How long this trend might last

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Resources Mentioned

* AFAR: Canadians Are Boycotting Travel to the U.S., and These Are the Very Real Effects It’s Having

Connect with Charmaine Noronha

Charmaine Noronha is a Toronto-based journalist and travel writer with over 20 years of experience covering global stories. Known for her thoughtful reporting and focus on inclusive travel, as well as multicultural and BIPOC issues, Charmaine brings a nuanced perspective to the intersection of tourism, politics, and culture.

Website: charmainenoronha.com

Instagram: @charmaine_noronha

Threads: @charmaine_noronha

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