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| Tourism spending reaches SR 12 billion. |
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Oct 25, 2009 |
437 |
| Chinese tourists may become largest tourist group in 2010. |
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Brief article |
Oct 22, 2009 |
198 |
| Mexico's Shock Doctrine: the swine flu hype. |
Ross, John |
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Sep 22, 2009 |
1777 |
| Lebanese Economic Boom. |
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Jul 20, 2009 |
1089 |
| Macedonian economic potentials almost unknown to Russian market. |
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Industry overview |
Jun 1, 2009 |
347 |
| Island reels from tourist no-shows. |
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May 1, 2009 |
506 |
| Oman, Brunei set $100 million investment fund. |
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Brief article |
Apr 26, 2009 |
299 |
| Arabia poised to welcome new hospitality flags. |
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Apr 21, 2009 |
944 |
| Saudi tourism spending reaches SR 74 billion in 2008. |
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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 |
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Apr 1, 2009 |
1369 |
| Britain, US could lead visitor charge. |
Ikwueme, Kabukabu |
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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 |
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Jan 1, 2009 |
1185 |
| Of resorts and glue - a sticky legal problem. |
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Nov 14, 2008 |
1093 |
| Olympic Games Opening Day Spending Gives Multi-Million Dollar Boost to China. |
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Sep 15, 2008 |
619 |
| Oil money props up slowing hotel sales. |
Jones, David |
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Sep 1, 2008 |
1306 |
| Region by region. |
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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 |
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Jun 1, 2008 |
1949 |
| Wasatch & Summit counties: destination expectation. |
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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 |
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Mar 1, 2008 |
992 |
| Welcome to Colombia. |
Wyels, Joyce Gregory |
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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 |
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Mar 1, 2008 |
3647 |
| Problems in paradise: tourism is booming worldwide--but not everyone is happy about it, as Chris Brazier reports. |
Brazier, Chris |
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Mar 1, 2008 |
2393 |
| Destination Africa: a look at how tourism could change the face and economics of Africa. |
Alleyne, Sonia |
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Feb 1, 2008 |
403 |
| Like a Phoenix, hotel industry rises above October wildfires: room, occupancy rates increase, at least for now. |
Lewis, Connie |
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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 |
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Oct 1, 2007 |
1360 |
| The hospitality industry. |
Gnuschke, John E. |
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Sep 22, 2007 |
537 |
| The draw to Memphis. |
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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 |
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Jul 1, 2007 |
620 |
| Travel--not the same as in yesteryear! |
Salloum, Habeeb |
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Jun 22, 2007 |
2494 |
| Official: tourism won't feel gas hike. |
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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 |
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May 14, 2007 |
919 |
| Attracting visitors: Coos County tourism workshop planned. |
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May 11, 2007 |
353 |
| Porter's plight: bearing the backpacking burden in the Nepali Himalayas. |
Human, Richard |
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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 |
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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 |
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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. |
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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 |
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Jan 1, 2007 |
1180 |
| Fewer Canadians, Europeans visit island. |
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Brief article |
Dec 1, 2006 |
300 |
| Before and after Katrina and Rita. |
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Sep 1, 2006 |
560 |
| Video gamers' toned-down E3 is blow to L.A. tourism. |
Fine, Howard |
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Aug 7, 2006 |
485 |
| Well tempered in Singapore. |
Finch, Paul |
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Aug 1, 2006 |
339 |
| Land sale for tourism. |
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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 |
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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 |
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Apr 1, 2006 |
1023 |
| Cuba tourism profile. |
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Brief Article |
Mar 1, 2006 |
141 |
| Tourism earnings up 12%. |
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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. |
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Illustration |
Dec 5, 2005 |
1066 |
| Cruise tourism rebounds after Ivan. |
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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 |
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Oct 1, 2005 |
1529 |
| Southern California's weather, attractions and resorts bring rebound in business and leisure travel. |
Cain, Sandi |
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Jul 4, 2005 |
1850 |
| A little slice of paradise: foreign investors bet big on luxury tourism in the Dominican Republic. |
Felipe, Yaniris |
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Jul 1, 2005 |
733 |
| Visitors fill up S.D. hotels during holiday: some say summer season should be strong this year. |
Lewis, Connie |
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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 |
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Jun 1, 2005 |
1651 |
| Lao People's Democratic Republic. |
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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 |
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May 1, 2005 |
1523 |
| The economics of tourism. |
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Brief Article |
Oct 1, 2004 |
89 |
| Down home tourism. |
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Jul 1, 2004 |
319 |
| Mexico and Fonatur: celebrating 30 years of success in tourism investment. |
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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 |
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Jan 1, 2004 |
648 |
| Roller coaster. |
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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 |
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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. |
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Dec 1, 2003 |
1602 |
| Effects of SARS, Iraq war wane. |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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Jul 7, 2003 |
541 |
| Go ethnic, says Mwanawasa. (Tourism). |
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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 |
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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 |
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May 1, 2003 |
827 |
| Tourism here weathers the effects of war. |
Lewis, Connie |
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Apr 28, 2003 |
578 |
| Tourism marketing provides major return on investment. (Convisions). |
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Apr 28, 2003 |
6095 |
| Travel & Tourism. (Industry Outlook). |
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Panel Discussion |
Apr 1, 2003 |
3544 |
| TOURISM BOOSTS BULGARIAN HIGH-END SALES. |
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Apr 1, 2003 |
249 |
| Convisions. |
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Mar 31, 2003 |
2790 |
| Travel industry economics. (Travel Economics). |
Nickerson, Norma; Dillon, Thale |
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Mar 22, 2003 |
2373 |
| Painting the town red, visitors aid Belize market. (International Coatings Scene). |
Thurston, Charles W. |
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Mar 1, 2003 |
524 |
| Demand for professionals in the hospitality industry is on the upswing. |
Campbell, Steven E. |
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Feb 1, 2002 |
1137 |
| Sharp drop in value of Cuban peso reflects growing economic problems. |
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Brief Article |
Nov 1, 2001 |
509 |
| Creating new high-potential companies. |
Fox, Richard Q. |
Case study |
Jul 1, 1999 |
2458 |
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