China trade dispute not impacting NYC tourism

Tourism growth continued for the ninth year in a row in New York City in 2018. NYC welcomed 65.2 million visitors, with 13.5 million foreign tourist arrivals.

The UK is the top inbound market followed by China (1.1 million), Canada Brazil and France.

A record number of hotel room nights were booked in 2018 at 37.7 million.

“This record-breaking year of touruism proves what everybody knows – this is the greatest city to live in and visit,” said Mayor Bill de Blasio.

The city is targeting more record growth in 2019 with an expected 67 million visitors.

Despite a tetchy relationship with China amid a rumbling trade war and diplomatic spat, New York City hasn’t seen any ill effects yet.

The China market continued to grow in 2018.

“From what we see so far, we feel like business with China will remain strong,” said Fred Dixon, CEO of NYC & Company.

source: Travel Mole