The Travel Promotion Act is more likely to be a roadblock to increased tourism in the United States than an aid.

ESTA, or the Electronic System for Travel Authorization, is a requirement from the United States government for travelers using the Visa Waiver Program.

Electronic System of Travel Authorization, or ESTA, has now processed 8 million applications for visa free travel to USA under the Visa Waiver Program (VWP) that 35 countries participate in.

Nationals of Visa Waiver Program countries will still be eligible to travel without a visa but will have to obtain USA pre clearance for their trip.

Mayors in US cities are applauding the recent expansion of the Visa Waiver Program, which makes it easier for many asian travelers to visit the USA.