Exacerbated geopolitical tensions in the Americas are once again plunging the international tourism sector into a zone of profound uncertainty, as the Trump administration ramps up restrictive measures against strategic regional partners.
First Cuba
This climate of unease, which is weakening travel flows at the start of 2026, is hitting destinations like Cuba particularly hard, where stricter entry requirements and the return of severe economic sanctions are raising fears of a sudden halt to cruises and air travel, thus undermining years of diplomatic openness.
Then Colombia and Mexico
Mexico and Colombia are not spared, suffering the repercussions of aggressive security rhetoric and unpredictable customs policies that seriously damage the perception of safety and welcome necessary for the development of tourism.
And even Canada
Even Canada, a long-standing partner, is not immune, observing with concern the increasing complexity of cross-border procedures that are slowing down the transit of tourists and business travelers.
This diplomatic instability is creating a psychological barrier for international travelers, who are now abandoning certain major routes in the Americas in favor of regions considered more stable, thus threatening millions of jobs dependent on the smooth flow of borders.
Beyond the direct losses for airlines and tour operators, the entire travel value chain is being hampered by this confrontational diplomacy, transforming each announcement from the White House into a new logistical and economic challenge for industry professionals who must navigate blindly in an increasingly fragmented political landscape.