Forbes
Will Surcharges Scare Foreign Tourists Away? Kevin Jackson, CEO and founder of EXP Journeys, a travel company offering bespoke road trips, guided hikes, private camping, corporate retreats and family adventures through U.S. national parks, at first welcomed the idea of using higher entrance fees to fund much-needed staffing and infrastructure. “My initial reaction was that the increase in fees would help support additional staff needs for the parks and infrastructure improvements. On the flipside, I am concerned about the reduction in international visitation, as it is already down in 2025,” he said in an email interview.
July 14, 2025
