Editor's note: This article has been reviewed and updated for accuracy in 2026. Cannabis has come a long way in recent decades. From an underground illicit substance found only on the streets to a respected medical and recreational commodity, the rapidly legalized world of medical and recreational cannabis use is spreading horizontally into other legacy industries. One such legacy industry currently taking full advantage of patchwork legalization laws is the travel industry via the ever-growing demand for cannabis tourism or canna-tourism from states where the plant is not yet legal. In a world where legalization is often still only found at the state level, with many states, let alone countries, still prohibiting the plant's use, cannabis-themed hotels, resorts, and vacation packages are exploding in popularity. Whether you operate a hotel, rent a resort, or simply want to provide tours of your growing operation, there is no better time than now to cash in on the booming public intrigue with this brand-new industry. More people are searching for weed tourism and 420-friendly hotels than ever before. While Airbnb and VRBO may have a monopoly on the independently owned B B market, most owners and operators prohibit cannabis use on their property, assumedly due to discrimination and/or fear of legal consequences. So, the need for safe spaces to consume and explore cannabis is definitely in demand. Since many states still have cannabis prohibition, many Americans actually have to travel across state lines to partake in the herb. trends.embed.renderExploreWidget(TIMESERIES, {comparisonItem:[{keyword:weed tourism,geo:US,time:2004-01-01 2018-09-18},{keyword: