Canadians Fuel Los Cabos' Tourism Boom

0:00Canadians are flocking to lost capitals in record numbers, making them the second biggest group of foreign visitors after Americans. Last year, more than 215,000 Canadians traveled there compared to over 2,200,000 Americans. That's a 10% jump from the year before, for Canadians, while American visits barely grew by a tenth of a percent. What stands out is how much more Canadians spend and stay. The average 11 days on the ground versus 5.6 for Americans, and drop around $4,600 each trip twice the Americans spend. With global tourism dipping elsewhere, Canada drove nearly all the growth in the region. Tourism leaders say Canadians crave safe spots with real experiences, like wellness trips, outdoor adventures, and great food beyond just beach. Lounging, the area's strong setup in reliable flights from Canada keep pulling them in year round, not just winter escapes. Air service from Canada is booming too. Up 9% nationwide, and nearly 19% from Toronto alone, through mid-2026.

1:05Meanwhile, US flights are shrinking, down 5% from Dallas, and over 3% from Houston. Even better for travelers, hotel rates are easing up after peaking last year, now averaging around $488 a night. Blowskables is betting big on this Canadian love affair, to fuel steady growth ahead. I'm Corey with the story, and you've been listening to Vancouver News today, AI-powered Local News.