Why World Cup Host Hotels Are Still Empty

FIFA promises a historic 2026 World Cup windfall for North America, but hotels in host cities say bookings are missing the hype. Peter digs into empty rooms, the winners' curse of mega events, and whether America finally adopted soccer. What you'll learn: - What hotel surveys in 11 US host cities found about bookings vs. early projections - Why mega events often overpromise jobs and tourism, from Beijing and Tokyo to Salt Lake City - Crowding out: how event visitors replace regular tourists instead of adding new ones - The winners' curse: the most optimistic city wins the bid and often overpays - How soccer quietly grew in the US without becoming the next NFL - What empty hotels say about hype versus the sport's real, lasting niche Books and resources from Peter Waitzman: Amazing Money Stories (true tales of greed, generosity, success and luck): https://geni.us/R7ef Fast Debt Payoff Guide: https://geni.us/HeWdQi1 Rethink How You See Money: https://geni.us/YljOz9 Money Is Factscinating: https://geni.us/LckBTAX Woodland Cents, gift books that teach kids money, ages 3 to 7: https://geni.us/0jq3 Employers and organizations: ask about evaluation copies and the Expedition Money financial wellness program: https://www.expedition.money Contact us: https://www.expedition.money/contact-us Watch the video version: https://youtu.be/MeusZpf8JfE Educational and entertainment purposes only. This is not individualized financial, investment, legal, or tax advice. Talk with a qualified professional before making financial decisions. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Some links above are affiliate links, at no extra cost to you. #ad #WorldCup #FIFA #Soccer #Economics #Travel See how your net worth, savings rate and spending compare to people your age, in your city and in your job, free and anonymous, at Keeping Up: https://www.keepingup.com.