Travel Powers the Economy, Builds Opportunity & Connects America
BROOKHAVEN, GA.–May 5, 2025—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.
Each year, the travel industry plays a vital role in strengthening Brookhaven’s economy, generating millions of dollars in state and local economic impact. From hotel stays and dining experiences to shopping excursions and cultural attractions, visitors drive spending that sustains small businesses, supports essential public services, and fosters long-term community growth.
Hospitality and tourism are also essential sources of employment in Brookhaven. In fact, 10% of the city’s workforce is employed in hospitality-related jobs, a testament to the strength and resilience of this sector. These roles span across hotels, restaurants, transportation services and more, offering meaningful career opportunities and enhancing the overall quality of life for Brookhaven residents.
Explore Brookhaven is proud to recognize the significant impact of travel and tourism in our community during National Travel and Tourism Week. To mark this occasion, the City of Brookhaven has officially proclaimed May 4–10, 2025, as National Travel and Tourism Week in Brookhaven.
This proclamation underscores the vital contributions of the travel industry to our local economy, workforce, and overall community well-being. By recognizing this important week, Explore Brookhaven joins destinations across the country in honoring the power of travel to drive economic growth, create jobs and connect people.
“Travel drives economic opportunity and strengthens our community,” said Explore Brookhaven’s President and CEO Renée Areng. “This National Travel and Tourism Week, we celebrate travel’s undeniable impact and reaffirm its importance in shaping our local economy and quality of life.”
Visit ustravel.org/NTTW to learn more about National Travel and Tourism Week.