Despite hosting the FIFA World Cup in June, outbound tourism from Argentina experienced a significant 22% decrease, marking the largest drop since the pandemic. This unexpected decline suggests the global event did not stimulate Argentines to travel abroad as anticipated. Conversely, Argentina saw a 3.3% increase in foreign tourist arrivals during the same period. Experts attribute the outbound tourism drop to Argentina’s ongoing economic challenges and currency controls, which limit citizens’ ability to afford international travel. The World Cup's positive impact appears to have been primarily focused on inbound tourism, failing to translate into increased travel by Argentinians themselves. This disparity highlights the complex economic factors influencing tourism trends within the country. Further analysis is necessary to determine if this trend will continue in the coming months.