Travel Execs to Meet With Trump to Push Inbound Tourism

Skift Take The meeting comes on the heels of the World Cup tournament and follows four consecutive months of inbound travel declines. Executives from the U.S. Travel Association, American Airlines, Hilton, and other travel brands are set to meet with President Donald Trump Wednesday afternoon to request a commitment to grow inbound tourism, according to a source familiar with the meeting. The meeting follows a summer of major travel events in the U.S., including the World Cup and celebrations for America’s 250 anniversary. White House spokesperson Taylor Rogers said the meeting will “celebrate the accomplishments” from the summer travel season, and a White House official said executives are expected to discuss “what comes next and how to capitalize on the momentum.” Many of the companies run operations in Las Vegas, which has taken a hit from the de