""Success is not guaranteed," the U.S. Travel Association stated in announcing survey results from more than 9,500 respondents across 10 countries. "Concerns around safety, visa processing delays and shifting U.S. policy could dampen international arrivals and undermine the event's potential.""
"Although World Cup planners say they remain optimistic that international fans will come in droves based on tickets purchased by fans in over 200 countries and territories, little data on flight or hotel bookings has emerged to support assertions that attendance will be heavy."
Concerns about personal safety, visa processing delays, and high ticket prices are prevalent among international fans considering travel to the U.S. for the World Cup. A survey by the U.S. Travel Association indicates that these issues could negatively impact attendance. Despite optimism from World Cup planners regarding ticket sales, there is little evidence of strong flight or hotel bookings. Additionally, FIFA has canceled thousands of hotel reservations, reflecting lower than expected demand in host cities.
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