Americans are heading into 2026 with a restrained outlook on international travel, as rising prices, economic uncertainty, and shifting perceptions pushed many travelers to cut back, rethink destinations, or alter long-standing vacation habits in 2025.
New data from YouGov's U.S. International Traveler Outlook 2026 report outlines how cost pressures are reshaping nearly every decision travelers make, from when they fly to where they stay to how often they travel.
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