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Title Author Type Date Words
Tourism spending reaches SR 12 billion. Oct 25, 2009 437
Chinese tourists may become largest tourist group in 2010. Brief article Oct 22, 2009 198
Mexico's Shock Doctrine: the swine flu hype. Ross, John Sep 22, 2009 1777
Lebanese Economic Boom. Jul 20, 2009 1089
Macedonian economic potentials almost unknown to Russian market. Industry overview Jun 1, 2009 347
Island reels from tourist no-shows. May 1, 2009 506
Oman, Brunei set $100 million investment fund. Brief article Apr 26, 2009 299
Arabia poised to welcome new hospitality flags. Apr 21, 2009 944
Saudi tourism spending reaches SR 74 billion in 2008. Apr 16, 2009 529
Spring break starts slowly: weather, the economy and issues south of the Mexican border are all factors that will affect the county's tourism draw this summer, innkeepers say. Lewis, Connie Brief article Apr 6, 2009 185
African currency slide may not be a bad thing; The fallout from the global economic crisis takes all sorts of forms and shapes. Although Africa has been spared the worst of the financial meltdown trauma, its currencies have been sliding against the dollar. In some ways, this enforced depreciation may benefit Africa by boosting exports and reducing imports. Siddiqi, Moin Apr 1, 2009 1369
Britain, US could lead visitor charge. Ikwueme, Kabukabu Feb 1, 2009 502
Why Africa needs more tourism; Our East African columnist argues that the surest path to Africa's economic development is through upgrading the tourism sector as it not only provides jobs but can lead to several other benefits as well. Muga, Wycliffe Jan 1, 2009 1185
Of resorts and glue - a sticky legal problem. Nov 14, 2008 1093
Olympic Games Opening Day Spending Gives Multi-Million Dollar Boost to China. Sep 15, 2008 619
Oil money props up slowing hotel sales. Jones, David Sep 1, 2008 1306
Region by region. Jul 1, 2008 2927
Tunisian synagogues flourish though the Jews have gone: although most of Tunisia's Jewish population has relocated to other countries, its synagogues are thriving, providing a focus for international tourism, especially after President Zine Al Abidine Ben Ali took the bold step of authorising funds to restore these historic monuments to Tunisia's proud heritage. A report special to The Middle East magazine. Luxner, Larry Jun 1, 2008 1949
Wasatch & Summit counties: destination expectation. Jun 1, 2008 1623
Luxor gets a facelift: Maria Golia reports from Luxor on the city's attempt to accommodate a growing number of tourists without sacrificing the future of the ancient monuments that attract them to the area. Golia, Maria Mar 1, 2008 992
Welcome to Colombia. Wyels, Joyce Gregory Mar 1, 2008 779
Climate checkup: symptoms of global warming are becoming more serious in Latin America and the Caribbean, underscoring the urgency of developing sustainable ecosystems. Balaguer, Alejandro Mar 1, 2008 3647
Problems in paradise: tourism is booming worldwide--but not everyone is happy about it, as Chris Brazier reports. Brazier, Chris Mar 1, 2008 2393
Destination Africa: a look at how tourism could change the face and economics of Africa. Alleyne, Sonia Feb 1, 2008 403
Like a Phoenix, hotel industry rises above October wildfires: room, occupancy rates increase, at least for now. Lewis, Connie Nov 19, 2007 699
Mass tourism or mass confusion? With Libya keen to establish normal, post-sanctions relations with the international community, why do there still seem to be so many obstacles put in the way of non-Arab citizens wishing to use the country as a tourist destination? Eamonn Gearon reports from Tripoli. Gearon, Eamonn Oct 1, 2007 1360
The hospitality industry. Gnuschke, John E. Sep 22, 2007 537
The draw to Memphis. Financial report Sep 22, 2007 1773
Waiting for results: hopes of economic progress were high following the election of President Mwai Kibaki's government in 2002. But it has not all been smooth sailing, reports Neil Ford. Ford, Neil Jul 1, 2007 620
Travel--not the same as in yesteryear! Salloum, Habeeb Jun 22, 2007 2494
Official: tourism won't feel gas hike. Brief article Jun 8, 2007 249
Every out-of-town tourist dollar winds its way through local economy: visitor industry underpins county's vibrant economy. Peckinpaugh, David May 14, 2007 919
Attracting visitors: Coos County tourism workshop planned. May 11, 2007 353
Porter's plight: bearing the backpacking burden in the Nepali Himalayas. Human, Richard May 1, 2007 501
The Arabian dream becomes reality: as Dubai gears up to welcome delegates to the 13th Arab Travel Market, one of the major events in the travel and tourism industry calendar, Rhona Wells looks at some of the latest regional developments--the futuristic projects, the multibillion dollar investments and the prospects for the region's continued success as an international tourist destination. Wells, Rhona May 1, 2007 2530
Study: cultural tourists stay longer, spend more than average visitors: out-of-town guests brought nearly $400m to region's economy in '05. Broderick, Pat Brief article Mar 5, 2007 332
Over one million tourists targeted this year: any tourist worth his salt will have to visit Ghana this year or forget about his salt. 2007, being Ghana's golden jubilee year, has more in store for all visitors. Prince Dennis Klintings reports. Klintings, Prince Dennis Mar 1, 2007 540
Ghana: ecotourism is becoming a major revenue earner; Neglected for a long period, ecotourism is now fashionable in Ghana. Tourists are encouraged to visit unique and interesting destinations, to have fulfilled cultural exchanges, and contribute to the conservation and sustainable development of the environment. Mar 1, 2007 673
Venturing out in dreamtime business: aboriginal communities are embracing the opportunities presented by the new international interest in cultural tourism. But can Aboriginal people maintain a viable tourism product while protecting their cultural independence and the sensitive ecosystems that exist in their homelands? Liston-Burgess, Gail Cover story Feb 1, 2007 1377
Tijuana's industrial plants shielded from Mexico's political unrest; maquiladoras adjust to rising demand for medical devices and auto parts. Allen, Mike Jan 1, 2007 1180
Fewer Canadians, Europeans visit island. Brief article Dec 1, 2006 300
Before and after Katrina and Rita. Sep 1, 2006 560
Video gamers' toned-down E3 is blow to L.A. tourism. Fine, Howard Aug 7, 2006 485
Well tempered in Singapore. Finch, Paul Aug 1, 2006 339
Land sale for tourism. Brief article Jul 1, 2006 84
Holding the door open for investors: the island state of Seychelles has been too dependent on the fickle tourism industry for a long time and it is now seeking ways of diversifying the economy. Recent changes in legislation will make the islands more investor-friendly. Neil Ford reports. Ford, Neil Jun 1, 2006 1447
Margarita off the rocks: Venezuela's Margarita Island works to become a tourist hotspot as travelers trickle back in. Rueda, Marisol Apr 1, 2006 1023
Cuba tourism profile. Brief Article Mar 1, 2006 141
Tourism earnings up 12%. Brief Article Mar 1, 2006 120
New report on Jamaican tourism. Wood, Laura Brief Article Mar 1, 2006 139
Catch a wave. Jones, Forrest Brief article Mar 1, 2006 272
Econowatch L.A. county. Illustration Dec 5, 2005 1066
Cruise tourism rebounds after Ivan. Brief Article Nov 1, 2005 137
Tourism to lead economic revival: with the price of sugar tumbling and the market for textiles being squeezed, Mauritius is facing a precarious economic future. As Nasseem Ackbarally reports from Port-Louis, the island is now looking to tourism to revive its fortunes. Ackbarally, Nasseem Oct 1, 2005 1529
Southern California's weather, attractions and resorts bring rebound in business and leisure travel. Cain, Sandi Jul 4, 2005 1850
A little slice of paradise: foreign investors bet big on luxury tourism in the Dominican Republic. Felipe, Yaniris Jul 1, 2005 733
Visitors fill up S.D. hotels during holiday: some say summer season should be strong this year. Lewis, Connie Jun 6, 2005 838
Cruise industry brings in nearly $1 billion to state economy: the cruise industry spends between $50 million and $70 million on marketing the state, which is several times larger than what the state spends to get the word out about an Alaska vacation. Pardes, Joan Jun 1, 2005 1651
Lao People's Democratic Republic. Country overview May 1, 2005 10053
The big bounce back: record numbers of tourists are expected to visit the Middle East in 2005, boosting employment and yielding vast sums of hard currency for Arab governments. But can the growth be sustained? Martin, Josh May 1, 2005 1523
The economics of tourism. Brief Article Oct 1, 2004 89
Down home tourism. Jul 1, 2004 319
Mexico and Fonatur: celebrating 30 years of success in tourism investment. Advertisement May 1, 2004 1317
Finger wagging. Belone, Aisha Brief Article May 1, 2004 218
Cuban economy grew by 2.6% in 2003; tourism, nickel, oil are all bright spots. Amuchastegui, Domingo Industry Overview Jan 1, 2004 1116
Final destination: culture. Footer, Kevin Carrel Jan 1, 2004 648
Roller coaster. Brief Article Jan 1, 2004 58
Reforms reap strong growth: several years of painful economic reform now seem to be bearing fruit and The Gambia and its economy has been growing steadily. Will this translate into better living standards for the ordinary people? Neil Ford has been finding out. Ford, Neil Dec 1, 2003 1713
Plan Azur forges ahead: Morocco has drawn countless numbers of foreign visitors to its fabulous imperial cities over the years but a new ambitious, multi-billion dollar plan to open up a series of coastal resorts by 2010, should see numbers--and revenues--soar. Dec 1, 2003 1602
Effects of SARS, Iraq war wane. Brief Article Dec 1, 2003 177
Economy gets cruise line boost. Pilkington, Steve Brief Article Nov 1, 2003 160
Wilmington Cape Fear coast keeps it fresh. Burnette, Kristen Oct 1, 2003 1470
Predictions of summer tourism boom are proving to be true: judge gives San Diego Zoo the green light to import elephants from Swaziland. Lewis, Connie Aug 18, 2003 539
Council restructuring. (Politics). Fine, Howard Brief Article Jul 21, 2003 147
ConVis shuffles ad buys to align with budget cuts. Lewis, Connie Jul 7, 2003 541
Go ethnic, says Mwanawasa. (Tourism). Brief Article Jul 1, 2003 90
Tourism industry hits the skids. Rutledge, Bruce Brief Article Jun 1, 2003 253
War or no war, tourism brings billions of dollars to area. (Opinion). Reinders, Reint Column May 12, 2003 830
Industry jogging along at steady growth rate. Louiseize, Kelly Company Profile May 1, 2003 691
Thunder Bay on solid footing. (Guest Columnist). Matted, Livid Di May 1, 2003 790
Where have all the edecanes gone? Acapulco tones down its annual booze-laced Tianguis fair to talk turkey on tourism. (Conference Roundup). Kastelein, Barbara May 1, 2003 827
Tourism here weathers the effects of war. Lewis, Connie Apr 28, 2003 578
Tourism marketing provides major return on investment. (Convisions). Apr 28, 2003 6095
Travel & Tourism. (Industry Outlook). Panel Discussion Apr 1, 2003 3544
TOURISM BOOSTS BULGARIAN HIGH-END SALES. Apr 1, 2003 249
Convisions. Mar 31, 2003 2790
Travel industry economics. (Travel Economics). Nickerson, Norma; Dillon, Thale Mar 22, 2003 2373
Painting the town red, visitors aid Belize market. (International Coatings Scene). Thurston, Charles W. Mar 1, 2003 524
Demand for professionals in the hospitality industry is on the upswing. Campbell, Steven E. Feb 1, 2002 1137
Sharp drop in value of Cuban peso reflects growing economic problems. Brief Article Nov 1, 2001 509
Creating new high-potential companies. Fox, Richard Q. Case study Jul 1, 1999 2458

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