Extended Weekend Getaways National Travel and Tourism Week (NTTW) shines a spotlight on the U.S. travel industry’s essential role in driving economic growth, creating jobs and enhancing the nation’s global competitiveness.
“Travel is one of our nation’s most powerful economic engines—supporting millions of jobs, fueling businesses and propelling industries forward,” said U.S. Travel Association President and CEO Geoff Freeman. “National Travel and Tourism Week reinforces the pivotal role travel plays in building a stronger, more prosperous America.”
Since 1983, NTTW has underscored the travel industry’s contribution to U.S. economic strength, community vitality and quality of life. In 2024, the travel industry generated $2.9 trillion in economic output, supported more than 15 million jobs and produced $190 billion in tax revenue—equivalent to $1,490 per household.
The Extended Weekend Getaways Magazine recognizes travel’s impact through the places to go, things to do, and people to see that we cover in our monthly articles, weekly newsletters, each state’s tour guide and calendar of events. Travel drives economic opportunity and strengthens our community across the U.S. and abroad. This National Travel and Tourism Week, we celebrate travel’s undeniable impact and reaffirm its importance in s
Visit ustravel.org/NTTW to learn more about National Travel and Tourism Week happing our local economy and quality of life.”
