9 travel stocks to watch

The best travel stocks depend on your portfolio and investment goals—while volatility can be ideal for day traders, long-term investors will want to look to stocks with steadier gains over time.

9 popular travel stocks to watch

We round up a selection of stocks in or related to the tourism industry, weighting the list more heavily towards popular mid- and large-cap stocks.

1. Airbnb Inc (ABNB)
2. Carnival Corporation (CCL)
3. Delta Air Lines (DAL)
4. Expedia Group (EXPE)
5. Marriott International (MAR)
6. Hilton Worldwide (HLT)
7. Alaska Air Group (ALK)
8. Hawaiian (HA)
9. Marriot Vacations Worldwide (VAC)

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1. Choose an online stock trading platform. Choose from our Top Picks above, use our comparison table below or jump straight to the best stock trading apps in Canada.
2. Sign up for an account. Provide your personal information and sign up.
3. Set up a funding method to pay for the transaction. Deposit funds into your account by linking your banking information.
4. Choose the stocks you want to buy. Search for the stock by name or ticker symbol like ABNB or CCL.
5. Place your order. Buy the stock. It's that simple.

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We round up a selection of stocks in or related to the tourism industry, weighting the list more heavily towards popular mid- and large-cap US stocks.

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1. Airbnb Inc (ABNB)

Airbnb, Inc. , together with its subsidiaries, operates a platform that enables hosts to offer stays and experiences to guests worldwide. The company's marketplace connects hosts and guests online or through mobile devices to book spaces and experiences.

• Previous close price: $134.99
• Market capitalization: $79,683,420,160
• 1 year performance: -5.00%
• P/E ratio: 44.2847

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2. Carnival Corporation (CCL)

Carnival Corporation & plc engages in the provision of leisure travel services in North America, Australia, Europe, Asia, and internationally. The company operates through four segments: NAA Cruise Operations, Europe Cruise Operations, Cruise Support, and Tour and Other. It operates port destinations, private islands, and a solar park, as well as owns and operates hotels, lodges, glass-domed railcars, and motor coaches.

• Previous close price: $25.79
• Market capitalization: $33,304,715,264
• 1 year performance: 34.39%
• P/E ratio: 21.2137

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3. Delta Air Lines (DAL)

Delta Air Lines, Inc. provides scheduled air transportation for passengers and cargo in the United States and internationally. The company operates through two segments, Airline and Refinery.

• Previous close price: $62.56
• Market capitalization: $37,994,147,840
• 1 year performance: 52.14%
• P/E ratio: 8.1664

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4. Expedia Group (EXPE)

Expedia Group, Inc. operates as an online travel company in the United States and internationally. The company operates through B2C, B2B, and trivago segments.

• Previous close price: $189.68
• Market capitalization: $22,618,415,104
• 1 year performance: 22.75%
• P/E ratio: 22.9466

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5. Marriott International (MAR)

Marriott International, Inc. engages in operating, franchising, and licensing hotel, residential, timeshare, and other lodging properties worldwide. It operates its properties under the JW Marriott, The Ritz-Carlton, The Luxury Collection, W Hotels, St.

• Previous close price: $286.39
• Market capitalization: $77,156,990,976
• 1 year performance: 29.10%
• P/E ratio: 29.0733

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6. Hilton Worldwide (HLT)

Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. , a hospitality company, engages in managing, franchising, owning, and leasing hotels and resorts. It operates through two segments, Management and Franchise, and Ownership.

• Previous close price: $253.26
• Market capitalization: $59,123,961,856
• 1 year performance: 39.52%
• P/E ratio: 51.8227

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7. Alaska Air Group (ALK)

Alaska Air Group, Inc. , through its subsidiaries, operates airlines. It operates through three segments: Mainline, Regional, and Horizon.

• Previous close price: $67.60
• Market capitalization: $7,926,445,568
• 1 year performance: 66.54%
• P/E ratio: 24.8765

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8. Hawaiian (HA)

Hawaiian Holdings, Inc. , through its subsidiary, Hawaiian Airlines, Inc. , engages in the scheduled air transportation of passengers and cargo.

• Previous close price: $0.00
• Market capitalization: $936,176,384
• 1 year performance: 13.96

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9. Marriot Vacations Worldwide (VAC)

Marriott Vacations Worldwide Corporation, a vacation company, develops, markets, sells, and manages vacation ownership and related businesses, products, and services in the United States and internationally. It operates through two segments, Vacation Ownership and Exchange & Third-Party Management. The company manages vacation ownership and related products under the Marriott Vacation Club, Grand Residences by Marriott, Sheraton Vacation Club, Westin Vacation Club, Hyatt Vacation Club, and Marriott Vacation Club Pulse brands.

• Previous close price: $91.61
• Market capitalization: $3,106,049,536
• 1 year performance: 4.17%
• P/E ratio: 16.9144

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Bottom line

While it's possible to turn a profit investing in travel stocks, keep in mind that—like any investment—travel stocks are not immune to risk. These stocks are subject to fluctuating conditions both in the market and in the tourism industry, so carefully vet your picks before you invest. If you're new to investing or if it's been a while since you've taken a critical look at your investment accounts, compare brokers to make sure you're getting the best trading features for your needs.

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