The United States welcomed about 80 million international visitors in 2018, with New York being the top destination.
Although New York City is the most popular destination in the state, other favorite places to visit include Niagara Falls and the scenic backroads in the Adirondack and Catskill mountains.Who Visits the U.S. and What Are Their Other Destinations?
Florida, also known as the “Sunshine State,” ranks second among the most popular states for international travelers. Miami Beach, Everglades National Park, and Disney World are just a few of the many inviting attractions for international visitors. Among the tourist activities offered by Florida year-round are: beaches, water sports, cycling, and hiking.
While Hollywood in California remains an exciting destination, tourists heading to Los Angeles and San Francisco can easily visit nearby mountains, beaches, and deserts. California has more national parks than any other state in the U.S.
The United States is undoubtedly the largest recipient of tourism dollars. International visitors spent $215 billion in the country in 2018. This represents 15% of total travel spending worldwide that year.
Half of the international visitors who traveled to the U.S. in 2018 came from neighboring countries Mexico and Canada, according to a report by the American Travel Association. From the remaining half, travelers from the United Kingdom topped the list, followed by visitors from Japan, China, South Korea, Brazil, and Germany.Source: share.america.gov