Insight
Visa bans and travel costs deterred international visitors for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup Raised Rental Prices. It Did Not Fill the Rentals.
Summary
The 2026 FIFA World Cup drove up STR rates significantly across host cities but occupancy largely stagnated or fell. High prices deterred international travelers, while domestic guests filled rooms at increased costs.
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