Consumer Sentiment

Hannover – November 10, 2026 -- German tour operator America Unlimited reports a 50% rise in inquiries for US travel since early October versus the same period a year earlier, while bookings for the 2027 travel year are currently 10% ahead.

Southwest, Florida and New York lead demand for May-August 2027

Inquiries concentrate on the US Southwest, Florida and New York. Interest peaks for travel between May and August 2027, giving the operator an early lift for the coming summer season.

The Southwest draws demand for its national parks and cities. Florida attracts beach and theme-park travelers. New York is sought for city breaks and as a starting point for further trips.

New York – September 17, 2026 -- A three-phase study of more than 5,000 registered U.S. voters has found that while affordability is the single most persuasive argument for clean energy, most Americans do not believe solar and wind power are actually inexpensive. The research, commissioned by Heatmap News from Embold Research and published as "Communicating about Climate and Clean Energy in an Age of Affordability," found that 55% of voters believe solar and wind are cost-competitive only because of government subsidies, and 57% say clean energy advocates exaggerate how cheap the technologies have become.