Canadians’ interest in exploring their own country appears to be growing, as travel to the United States declines due to the trade war and political tensions south of the border.
Vacation rental company Airbnb Inc. said searches on its platform by Canadians for domestic stays have jumped approximately 20 per cent compared to last year.
“The surge suggests that Canadians are keenly interested in domestic travel and exploring their own backyard,” Hayley Clark, Airbnb Canada’s communications manager, said in an email.
Consumer patriotism, particularly about “buying Canadian,” has been on the rise in Canada following tariff and takeover threats from U.S. President Donald Trump.
The shift towards local exploration builds on a trend seen in recent years: domestic travel in Canada is booming, Airbnb said in its spring travel trend report, which highlights where…