Las Vegas Sees 8% Drop in Visitor Numbers Amid Policy Uncertainty
Las Vegas experienced a nearly 8% decline in visitation in March, with approximately 3.4 million visitors, down from 3.7 million in the same month last year, according to the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA). This marks the first quarterly drop since the pandemic, with overall visitation down nearly 7% in the first three months of 2025. Analysts attribute the downturn, particularly in international travel, to uncertainty stemming from the Trump administration’s policies.
LVCVA’s Vice President of Research, Kevin Bagger, noted that the evolving federal policies are affecting both international and domestic markets. Although the city recorded a 10% increase in convention attendance, the total number of attendees remained modest at 534,000, and overall hotel occupancy declined by 2%. However, the average daily room rate rose by 3% to $183.86.
Despite a cautious optimism among Strip resort operators regarding improved visitation through increased conventions and refurbishments, challenges in attracting Asian tourists persist due to travel advisories and rising costs. U.S. Travel Association CEO Geoff Freeman warned that this trend could hinder Las Vegas during major future events, emphasizing the need for strategies to encourage international visitors.
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