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Travellers heading to the United States this week are facing an unwelcome surprise: another government shutdown, the tenth since 1976 and third under Donald Trump.
The shutdown began on 1 October after lawmakers in Washington failed to pass a funding bill. While the political stalemate is centred on Capitol Hill, its effects are already rippling through the country and disrupting travel.
Flights and cruises are still operating normally, but federally funded attractions have started to close, national parks are offering limited services and confusion is clouding travel plans. Beyond inconveniencing visitors, the tourism industry itself is bracing for heavy losses.
The US Travel Association estimates the shutdown could
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