LOS ANGELES — Visit California and Discover Los Angeles have issued an update to clear up any misconceptions around tourism and travel to the Greater Los Angeles Area following the recent wildfires in the state.

The update follows a statement last week from Los Angeles Tourism.

According to the latest statement: “Thankfully, 98% of LA County was not in a burn area, and the city, along with its iconic sites and experiences, remain intact and accessible to visitors.”

For any tour operators, travel agents or travellers in general unsure about whether now is a good time to visit LA, a message from Visit California’s CEO Caroline Beteta offers clarity.

“Our message to travellers is simple: Now is the time to visit Los Angeles. As households across the country – and world – are planning their 2025 vacations, we want everyone to know that Los Angeles remains open and ready to welcome you. Ninety-eight percent of Los Angeles, including its iconic landmarks and attractions, remains untouched and fully prepared to welcome visitors,” said Beteta.

She added: “The economic impacts of these wildfires are already becoming increasingly evident. One out of five California tourism-related jobs are in Los Angeles County, highlighting just how vital the tourism industry is to the region’s economy and recovery efforts. LA’s local businesses and residents depend on tourism, and there’s no better way to help the region recover than to plan a trip now.”

For the latest travel info, with refreshed content to help travellers and their travel advisors confidently plan trips to California, the Visit California homepage is here.