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Tourism Research & Trends

Louisiana Visitation and Economic Impact Research

To monitor the status of the travel and tourism industry in Louisiana, the Louisiana Office of Tourism collects monthly, quarterly and annual data on average daily rates, long- and short-term occupancy trends, jobs, gaming revenue and more. This data helps track shifts in the economic impact of tourism on the state.

Read about LOT’s marketing and PR efforts and the economic impact of tourism in Louisiana in our annual Tourism Impact report.

Research Impact Reports

The Economic Impact of Tourism

Hear from partners and stakeholders from across the state about how tourism impacts their regions.



Monthly, Quarterly and Annual Reports



2026 Monthly Reports

2025 Annual Report