As tensions between Canada and the United States escalate, Canadian travelers heading south are on the decline. However, amidst this backdrop, a group of loyal British Columbians are making an exception for the Seattle Seahawks, gearing up for Super Bowl 60 against the New England Patriots.
Roxy Ellis, a die-hard Seahawks fan and native of B.C., is among those defying the travel trend. Despite the current political climate, she couldn’t resist the opportunity to support her favorite team at the big game, even without a ticket to Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California.
Canadian land travel to the U.S. dropped by 30% last year, with air travel following suit, according to Statistics Canada. However, the Seattle Seahawks have seen a growth in their Canadian fan base, boasting over 4,000 season ticket holders from across the border, with a significant number hailing from British Columbia.
Terry Dickson, a Seattle Seahawks enthusiast from North Vancouver, shares the sentiment. While opting out of attending games in person due to the political tensions, the allure of witnessing the Seahawks in a Super Bowl showdown was too compelling to resist.
With anticipation building for the long-awaited Super Bowl appearance by the Seahawks, fans like Ellis and Dickson are seizing the moment to rally behind their team, despite the cross-border challenges.
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