Oxford Economics study shows New Orleans hotels drove $9B economic impact, supported 51K jobs, and contributed $1.2B in taxes during 2025.
Author argues cruise lines exploit Caribbean destinations through low taxes and onboard amenities, undermining hotel viability with unfair competition.
The platform supported 1.1M jobs and generated $26B in tax revenue, with hosts earning average $15,600 supplemental income.
Congressional inaction on DHS funding threatens to leave TSA officers unpaid while causing significant airport delays for travelers.
Oxford Economics study finds Phoenix hotels support 42,000+ jobs and generate $1.1 billion in tax revenue annually.