Rome Expects Tourism Boom After Jubilee Ends Amid Storms

Analysts predict a significant tourism surge for 2026 following the conclusion of the Jubilee Year and a record 55 million arrivals in Rome.Leo XIV officially closed the Holy Door at St. Peter's Basilica to end the religious event, even as Roberto Gualtieri canceled Epiphany celebrations due to severe weather.The city anticipates a 17% increase in hotel bookings and a boost in employment as it capitalizes on the global exposure gained during the holy year.