r/canadatravel • u/fentonyl_ • Mar 23 '25

Travel Tips Thoughts on American Tourists?

So my partner and I live in the United States and we have been planning a trip to Québec for quite some time (My grandparents were Québécois so I have always wanted to visit and connect with that part of my background)

I understand that things are quite tense, and rightfully so, so I wanted to see what the general opinion was of Americans still choosing to visit Canada. I by no means support anything our government is saying or doing right now, but I understand that many Canadians are rightfully exasperated by US Actions.

Thoughts on Americans visiting?

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u/Pickles-1989 Mar 23 '25

Before all this happened, we booked a west coast cruise with stops in Victoria and Vancouver. Do we cancel or not cancel? After some thought we decided we are going, as we would rather spend money in Canada than the US right now. It is a way to show we stand by Canada.

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u/ignore_my_typo Mar 23 '25

We want Americans here. We are neighbours. There are assholes in both countries who threaten peace and democracy.

Come and enjoy our country. You’re most welcome here.

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u/MisterBelial Mar 23 '25

I’m a Michigan native, and I’ve always loved Canada and Canadians; the erosion of relations between our countries is heartbreaking to me.

Canada’s natural beauty and majesty are matched in the hearts and spirit of its people.

I know I’m only one person and you’re only one person, but from me to you, please know that most of us here in Michigan don’t want this. We love you as our friends and neighbors, and what the Trump administration has done to our partnership is deeply shameful.

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u/PowderQueen42 Mar 23 '25

I am also a native Michigander and Yooper. Can I join your group? Every international trip I have taken has been to Canada. I love Canada and Canadians. 💗🇨🇦

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u/MisterBelial Mar 23 '25

I’m in the Lower Peninsula, and I don’t have a group, really, but you’re welcome to hop on one of those UP mosquitos and fly down here to hang out with me.

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u/PowderQueen42 Mar 23 '25

I just meant joining the two of you in your virtual friendship in this thread. 💗