Summer is travel season, but also a time of high airfares and, for many, tight budgets. If you can't get to the great sites of the world in person, Google's new World Wonders Project can get you pretty close.
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Virtually Travel the Globe with Google World Wonders Project
Planning your next family vacation, but strapped for cash? Consider Google, instead.
The Web giant's new World Wonders project brings the sandy beaches of Australia's Shark Bay or the ruins of the Temple of Hercules in Italy to your fingertips. Through Google's Street View application, Web surfers can tour famous historic sites using Google Maps, directly from the climate-controlled comfort of their home.
Part of the Google Art expansion, the site now offers virtual tours of 132 famous sites in 18 countries. The World Wonders Project allows exploration by location or theme, like archaeological sites, monuments and memorials, or places of worship. Or just flick through the homepage photo carousel or drop your mouse on a random spot on the globe to begin your tour.
Sites are grouped geographically, including every continent except Africa and Antarctica.
All of the historic sites filed away by Google are listed in the Street View gallery, which includes tours beyond the new European additions.
Google's project is meant to support the preservation of historic places around the world, the company said today during its launch in Madrid. The Web mogul hopes to bring these famous landmarks to a wider audience, the project site said.
Google has spent plenty of time running around the world, capturing famous places for various ventures. Last year, the company shared views of spaces like New York's High Line Park, London's Kensington Gardens, and Tokyo's Koganei Park.
"Street View has already proved a real hit for tourists and avid virtual explorers," the World Wonders site said. This new project is being marketed as a valuable resource for students and scholars, as well.
Google employees took an unorthodox approach to filming the "non-street" Street View venues. Bucking the traditional camera-equipped cars, Google outfitted a three-wheel pedi-cab with camera equipment and a rider who traveled around the world to those hard-to-reach locales.
Google partnered with the World Monuments Fund and UNESCO, which has offered its World Heritage List of famous landmarks to the Street View gallery.
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Statistics Canada says the country's international travel deficit declined by $85 million to $4 billion during the first quarter.
The agency attributes the drop to lower spending by Canadian travellers to the United States and higher spending by overseas residents visiting Canada.
Canadian travellers spent $8.3 billion outside the country during the first quarter, down 0.2 per cent from the fourth quarter of 2011.
Receipts from all foreign travellers in Canada increased 1.6 per cent to $4.3 billion during the first quarter, the highest level since the fourth quarter of 2004.
The travel deficit with the United States fell by $91.7 million to $3.2 billion in the first quarter, mostly because of lower spending by Canadian travellers in the United States and slightly higher spending by visiting Americans.
The deficit with overseas countries rose by $6.9 million to $782 million.
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NEWTON, Mass., May 30, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --TripAdvisor, the world's largest travel site*, today announced the top 10 zoos in the United States, according to the TripAdvisor Popularity Index. Animal aficionados of all ages can take in an array of scales and tails at these animated attractions.
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1. Henry Doorly Zoo, Omaha, Nebraska
Omaha's famous zoo boasts the Desert Dome the largest indoor desert in the world, which spans 84,000 square feet and is home to a variety of vegetation and a colony of critters. Travelers can also take in the Lied Jungle, a rainforest setting featuring cascading waterfalls and monkeys jumping from tree to tree. "It's a wonderful education for children and adults," commented a TripAdvisor traveler.Admission costs $13.50 for adults (ages 12 and up), $12.50 for seniors, and $9 for children (ages three to 11); children under two get in for free.
2. St. Louis Zoo, Saint Louis, Missouri
Home to more than 650 animals, this popular Midwest zoo features creatures of all kinds. Travelers can immerse themselves in the ten-acre River's Edge exhibit, a naturalistic habitat featuring roaming hyenas, hippos, elephants and more. Feathered friends-galore can be spotted at the Penguin and Puffin Coast, while Bear Bluffs boasts some less cuddly beasts, such as Grizzlies, Andeans and Sloth bears. "This is a great zoo and the fact that it's free is wonderful for families on a budget," said one TripAdvisor traveler. Admission is free, but some attractions require a small fee.
3. Cape May County Park & Zoo, Cape May Court House, New Jersey
Situated on the southern Jersey Shore, this wildlife sanctuary showcases more than 250 species of animals. Travelers can acquaint themselves with a bevy of birds, amphibians, reptiles, and furry friends and,when notgawking at quadrupeds, can wander through one of the lush nature trails, or hop on the train and carousel rides. A TripAdvisor traveler noted, "If you and your family like to see animals treated in a fair and humane way and enjoy a wonderful park setting, the Cape May County Park and Zoo is the place to go." Admission is free.
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Traveling around the world, jet-setting from country to country, chatting about international culture with new friends -- it all sounds very glamorous. In reality, your low-cost trip around the world will probably resemble mine: trembling on a low-cost airliner over Morocco, puking in a millet field in Togo, and having your bank account frozen for "suspicious behavior" in China. It may not be glamorous, but my trip around the world was certainly memorable.
Travel Tip 1
Credit/debit cards: Call your bank and alert them of your plans. Nothing is worse than standing at an ATM with a frozen bank account.
Although my voyage started in the good ol' USA, the trip became interesting after leaving Western Europe. As the culture so closely resembles American culture, Western Europe is an easy transition for novice travelers. I probably should have known better as I boarded the half-empty jetliner headed for Morocco.
The plane shuddered as it left the runway at Charles de Gaulle. Because the long flight came with a meal, I hadn't eaten all day, awaiting my free food. As the plane rocked violently through strong turbulence, the attendants brought us our Mediterranean in-flight meal. "At least I'm not terrified AND hungry," I thought. Somehow the plane landed, and my adventure in Africa began.
Travel Tip 2
Before boarding for your trip around the world, get prepared. Check with the State Department for all required visas and medical screenings. Some countries will require a yellow fever vaccination upon entry; others may strongly encourage anti-malarial medication during your stay. Research your countries and be sure you have all necessary documentation to complete your voyage.
As I trekked through West Africa, curiosity got the best of me. I consumed street food after street food. I drank a local hibiscus drink with a group of village women. I puked repeatedly in a millet field.
Travel Tip 3 Hope for the best, but expect the worst. Check with your health insurance carrier and plan for medical coverage overseas. Traveling to new parts of the world exposes your immune system to all sorts of new parasites and bacteria. Even if you never get sick, eating food on the other side of the planet could cause some rumbling in your digestive track. Be prepared if you catch something. The last thing you want from your trip is a stack of medical bills.
I started to feel better and decided to continue my trip in Asia. Standing in Thailand, I quickly realized I needed to find a place to withdraw money. I ventured from ATM to ATM without luck. As fear and panic began to wash over me, an American spotted my troubles and directed me to a bank.
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BANGKOK For 24 years, Aung San Suu Kyi was either under house arrest or too fearful that if she left Myanmar, the government would never let her return.
Now, in a sign of how much life there has changed, the democracy activist and longtime political prisoner is resuming world travels, arriving Tuesday night in neighboring Thailand after an 85-minute flight from her homeland.
With the installation of an elected government last year and her party's own entrance into Parliament this year, she can claim at least partial success for her long fight and feel the freedom to explore the world.
But planning her first trip abroad appears to have been an afterthought. For example, no one from her office contacted the Thai Foreign Ministry, which normally coordinates such high-profile visits.
"As far as I know, we have not been approached by her team," said Thai Foreign Ministry spokesman Thani Thongphakdi.
News reports said Suu Kyi would visit a Thai refugee camp in Tak province that is home to ethnic minorities from Myanmar who fled during decades of fighting. But travel to the area is restricted by the Thai government, and the officials who are responsible for granting permission for such visits said they were in the dark.
Suu Kyi is also scheduled to attend the World Economic Forum on East Asia while in Thailand.
She'll return to Myanmar and head to Europe in mid-June, with stops including Oslo to formally accept the Nobel Peace Prize she won 21 years ago.
The tour marks Suu Kyi's latest step in a stunning trajectory from housewife to political prisoner to opposition leader in Parliament, as Myanmar opens to the outside world and sheds a half-century of military rule. Meetings with world leaders are planned along the way as dignitaries line up to shake Suu Kyi's hand.
The trip "signifies a strong vote of confidence on Suu Kyi's part in the seriousness of the reforms underway in the country," said Suzanne DiMaggio, the Asia Society's vice president of Global Policy Programs.
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29 May 2012
For the first time in Mexico travel and tourism leaders from across the hemisphere united May 16-18th at the AAA Five Diamond Grand Velas Riviera Maya for the World Travel & Tourism Council"s Americas Summit. The first of a series of WTTC "Regional Summits," the Summit explored common challenges and identified opportunities for growth and learning from around the world.
"We are especially proud and honored to have been the first resort in Mexico to host the prestigious World Travel & Tourism Council"s Americas Summit, especially coming on the heels of our having recently hosted the World Economic Forum on Latin America," said Juan Vela, Vice President of Operations of Velas Resorts.
The Summit began with a welcome cocktail and dinner along the resort"s pristine beach, where Michael Frenzel, Chairman, WTTC, and Chairman of the Executive Board, TUI AG; Juan Vela, Vice President of Velas Resorts; Gloria Guevara Manzo, Secretary of Tourism for Mexico; and Mexican President, Felipe Caldern Hinojosa, all welcomed attendees. The following day, renowned travel journalist Peter Greenberg conducted a 35 minute panel discussion with President Caldern on the Macro global environment, forthcoming G20 meeting, importance of travel and tourism, and upcoming strategy for Mexico.
In addition to The Presidential Perspective, several meetings were held throughout the Summit, including sessions on the role of governments in driving jobs and economic growth, the promotion of connectivity within the region, infrastructure development through strategic planning and targeted investment, freedom to travel to and within the Americas, sustainability, digital technology, and more. Attendees included ZHU Shanzhong, Vice Chairman of CNTA; Thomas Nides, US Deputy Secretary of State; Marthinus van Schalkwyk, Minister of Tourism, South Africa; Stphanie Balmir Villedrouin, Minister of Tourism, Haiti; Mari Elka Pangestu, Minister of Tourism, Indonesia; Eduardo Vela, President, Velas Resorts; Alexander Radkov, Head, Federal Agency for Tourism, Russia; Tom Klein, President, Sabre Holdings; Jim Compton, Executive VP and Chief Revenue Officer, United Airlines, Manuel Lpez Aguilar, General Director, Iberia; Wykeham McNeill, Minister of Tourism and Entertainment, Jamaica; David Scowsill, President & CEO, WTTC; celebrity actor and filmmaker Robert Redford; Chris Rodrigues, Chairman, VisitBritain; Gasto Vieira, Minister of Tourism, Brazil; Roger Dow, President & CEO, US Travel Association; Hugh Riley, Secretary General, Caribbean Tourism Organization; Rupert T Griffith, Minister of Tourism, Trinidad and Tobago; Fernando Garcia Rossette, Managing Director for the Grand Velas Resorts in Riviera Maya and Rivera Nayarit; Matthew Upchurch, CEO, Virtuoso Ltd; and, Pedro Pablo Duchez Meyer, Minister of Tourism, Guatemala; among others.
About Grand Velas Riviera Maya Recently featured in Forbes" roundup of the 10 Coolest All-Inclusive Resorts, the AAA Five Diamond Grand Velas Riviera Maya, an all-suites and spa resort located five minutes from Playa del Carmen, is the latest and most sophisticated iteration of the ultra-luxury, all-inclusive resort experience. This Leading Hotels of the World designated resort is the preeminent one of its class boasting 491 suites, each more than 1,000 square-feet, in three separate ambiances-- premium ocean-front Grand Class Suites with terrace plunge pools for families with children 12 and up, family-friendly ocean-view Ambassador Suites and Zen Grand Suites embraced by the flora and fauna of the Yucatan Peninsula"s jungle. The resort presents a gastronomic tour of the Yucatan, Europe and Asia offering seven restaurants with world-class chefs from France, Spain and Mexico; dedicated butler service for each guest, and the region"s largest spa sanctuary at over 89,000 square-feet specializing in signature treatments inspired by ancient cultures from around the world. The spa was named "Best Spa" in the world by Virtuoso and also earned a SpaFinder Readers" Choice Award. The resort was designed by lauded Mexican architecture firm Elias and Elias and features the sleek and modish interiors that fuse the serenity of the Caribbean with the vibrancy of Yucatan cultures.
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28-05-2012 09:44 ?GET YOUR FREE TRAVEL SECRETS ? We take you on a 360 degree tour of the Glebe Markets located in Sydney. These markets are renowned for trendy 2nd hand vintage clothing and other knick knacks. There are also some "to die for" food stalls as well that you shouldn't miss! Hope you enjoy this tour. glebe markets sydney, sydney markets, what to do in sydney, markets in sydney, 360 video
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29-05-2012 16:20 This webinar by Peter Langer welcomes you to the World Heritage Tour series, a collection of tour packages that enable you to visit an extraordinary assortment of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. This special line of journeys has been artistically tailored to offer you to discover some of mankind's highest achievements and explore nature's greatest wonders. Since 1978, Bestway Tours & Safaris has been pioneering tours to the home of so many civilizations and strives to give an understanding of the cultures and peoples who live there. As we travel in small groups, we bridge cultural divides through real people to people contact. The main focus of our tours is the pursuit of knowledge and a better understanding of the world we live in. Our journeys cover not only heritage sites, but also present to you cultural diversity, awe-inspiring scenery and genuine interaction with the local people of the places we visit. Our philosophy of Journeys Sans Frontières symbolizes the breaking of political and traditional boundaries. Our goal is to constantly innovate and provide you with a level of service that exceeds your expectations. This epitomizes our whole existence and allows us to go beyond where most travel companies will NOT take you. The pages that follow should give you an idea of the vast variety of tours we have on offer to this part of the world. For a complete listing, more detailed itineraries, dates and prices please visit and http://www.worldheritagetours.com. We ...
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WaterColor Inn & Resort’s list of accolades and awards keeps growing. The most recent is the prestigious 2012 Certificate of Excellence from TripAdvisor, the world’s largest travel site. TripAdvisor boasts more than 60 million reviews and opinions monthly by real travelers.Santa Rosa Beach, FL (PRWEB) May 29, 2012 TripAdvisor reports their travelers consistently commended WaterColor Inn & Resort ...
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Traveling on a budget doesn't mean you have to compromise on comfortable accommodations and decent flight times. In fact, savvy travelers already know how to maximize their travel budget and take advantage of low prices on travel packages, airline tickets, and other travel-related expenses. Planning ahead will usually give you the upper hand when it comes to playing the vacation-booking game, and there are several tricks and tactics you can use to slash those costs even further. Whether you're dreaming of a trip to the Bahamas or looking to book an overseas adventure, make sure you're aware of all of the different deals, discounts, and specials available to your destination of choice.
Here are 11 tips to help you slash travel costs with ease:
1. Fly in to Alternate Airports
Don't overlook the opportunity to fly in to an alternate airport when you are heading to a major city or other hub with multiple airports. Flights to alternate airports can end up being slightly less expensive than flying into a larger, international airport in the same city. In some cases, you might also be closer to your final destination and be able to skirt traffic. Just make sure to calculate taxi fares from all airports, so you aren't paying extra for ground transportation when flying in to an alternate airport.
2. Book and Fly on the Right Day of the Week
Shop for airfare on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, says Travelzoo's Senior Editor Gabe Saglie. Most airlines publish their sale fares on Tuesday--this is when competition to match those fares begins each week. You're also likely to find a better deal when you fly on a Tuesday, Wednesday, or Saturday. This might mean you have to wait a few days to secure that vacation package, but you could end up saving a significant amount of money on those airline tickets.
3. Book Group Travel with a Rewards Card
Earn bonus miles when booking a group trip by paying for travel expenses using a travel rewards credit card. The best travel rewards card program will allow you to earn extra miles under your own account, and you can have the group members pay you directly in cash for their portion of the trip. Buying airline tickets with a rewards credit card is a smart move for most--especially if you travel frequently and are planning on taking another trip in the near future.
4. Plan Ahead for Holiday Weekends
Holiday weekends will be among the priciest times to fly, so unless you're heading to a destination specifically to celebrate the holiday, steer clear of those long weekend trips to save some money. The weekend before or after a major holiday weekend usually commands lower rates and fares.
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NEW YORK, May 29, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- World-renowned chef, bestselling author and Emmy winning television personality Anthony Bourdain will join CNN as host of a new weekend program, creating a signature showcase for the network's coverage of food and travel. The announcement was made by CNN Worldwide Executive Vice President and Managing Editor, Mark Whitaker.
"For more than a decade, Anthony Bourdain has been a trailblazer in educating Americans about different cuisines and cultures around the world, as well as an outspoken commentator on social trends ranging from the rise of celebrity chefs to the impact of fast food chains to the spread of vegetarianism and veganism," said Whitaker. "Examining the world through the prism of Tony's unique expertise and passions continues CNN's long-standing commitment to international reporting and to promoting global understanding."
Launching in early 2013, the show will be shot on location and will examine cultures from around the world through their food and dining and travel rituals. Slated to air domestically on Sundays in prime time with repeat airings on Saturday nights, it will mark a further step in broadening and distinguishing CNN's weekend programming from its traditional weekday news coverage.
The series will be produced by Zero Point Zero Production with Executive Producers and Founders Chris Collins and Lydia Tenaglia, along with Executive Producer Sandy Zweig. The Emmy award winning Zero Point Zero Production has been working with Anthony Bourdain for over a decade, producing Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations, The Layover, A Cook's Tour, and Decoding Ferran Adria.
Bourdain, whose reporting has taken him from the culinary capitals of Europe, Asia and North and South America to such historically war-torn or isolated regions as Vietnam, Mozambique, Uzbekistan and Romania, will also offer commentary on other CNN programs and platforms, domestically and internationally, providing insights into current events and debates around food and health and other cultural conversations.
"I'm really looking forward to coming over to CNN. I think the world is going to get a whole lot bigger for me," said Bourdain. "I hope that old fans and new ones will be excited about what's coming down the road."
Bourdain has been the host of the award-winning Travel Channel series Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations since 2005. He previously hosted A Cook's Tour on the Food Network and has appeared on Bravo's competition series Top Chef and written for HBO's New Orleans-based drama Treme. He is also the author of critically acclaimed non-fiction and fiction books, including the New York Times bestsellers "Kitchen Confidential" and "A Cook's Tour." He now oversees his own line of books from Ecco, a division of HarperCollins, the first three of which are scheduled to be released in 2013.
Bourdain's many accolades include Emmy awards for programs on Haiti and Laos, and an Emmy nomination for an episode of Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations, which was shot in Beirut during the 2006 Lebanon War.
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Globe trotting No Reservations star Anthony Bourdain is leaving Travel Channel for CNN.
The chef, author and media personality will get his own program on the cable news network in early 2013. He'll become the marquee personality in CNNs efforts to broaden its lifestyle programming.
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Bourdains untitled program will air Sunday evenings and, judging from the description provided by CNN, will resemble his popular Travel Channel series in that it will have Bourdain examining cultures from around the world through their food, dining and travel rituals. The CNN show will be produced by Zero Point Zero Production, which also produced Travels No Reservations.
The deal also calls for Bourdain to appear on other CNN programs as a contributor, though it's unclear whether he'll begin appearing on the network before his show launches next year.
"Im really looking forward to coming over to CNN," Bourdain said. "I think the world is going to get a whole lot bigger for me. I hope that old fans and new ones will be excited about whats coming down the road.
The show, which will repeat on Saturday evenings, was announced Tuesday by Mark Whitaker, CNN Worldwide executive vp and managing editor.
STORY: Anthony Bourdain's 'Bone in the Throat' to Hit the Big Screen
For more than a decade, Anthony Bourdain has been a trailblazer in educating Americans about different cuisines and cultures around the world, as well as an outspoken commentator on social trends ranging from the rise of celebrity chefs to the impact of fast-food chains to the spread of vegetarianism and veganism. said Whitaker. Examining the world through the prism of Tonys unique expertise and passions continues CNNs long-standing commitment to international reporting and to promoting global understanding.
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LONDON, May 29, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --
David Wolowidnyk of Canada is crowned the World's Most Imaginative Bartender with New BOMBAY SAPPHIRE cocktail named Beldi
The winner of the BOMBAY SAPPHIRE World's Most Imaginative Bartender competition was announced at an event held in Morocco for professional bartenders, hosted by Bombay Sapphire, the world's number one premium gin by value for a third consecutive year[1].
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The winner, David Wolowidnyk of Canada was selected from thousands of contestants overall and eight finalists from Canada, Global Travel Retail, Japan, Singapore, South Africa, Spain, the United Kingdom and the United States. The bartenders took part in a four-day experience, visiting the Moroccan home of one of the Bombay Sapphire botanicals - coriander - and exploring the world of the historic gin.
The competition itself took place on the last evening of the experience at one of the most beautiful villas in the world, Dar Sabra in Marrakech, Morocco. Each bartender was tasked with creating their most imaginative cocktail - combining their individual influences with the cultural experiences they had experienced throughout the trip.
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Study: China to surpass U.S. in business travel spending by 2015
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From Iceland to Hawaii we have some great vacation deals for you! Lisa Pease from Fox World Travel joins FOX6 WakeUp to talk about hot travel deals.
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BEIJING, May 29, 2012 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- Perfect World Co., Ltd. (PWRD) ("Perfect World" or the "Company"), a leading online game developer and operator based in China, today announced its recent business developments as of May 31, 2012.
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May 11, 2012 -- Perfect World Announces Findings of Internal Investigation May 11, 2012 -- Perfect World Files 2011 Annual Report on Form 20-F
EXPANSION PACKS
"Fantasy Zhu Xian" Expansion Pack -- "Fantasy Zhu Xian 2.0"
On May 18, 2012, Perfect World released the expansion pack "Fantasy Zhu Xian 2.0" for its first 2D turn-based MMORPG "Fantasy Zhu Xian." The expansion pack introduces abundant new features, including new professions, new strategic pet-combat gameplay, several new instances and a new storyline, all of which further enrich this game.
"Zhu Xian" Expansion Pack -- "Scroll of Time Travel"
On May 29, 2012, Perfect World released the expansion pack "Scroll of Time Travel" for "Zhu Xian," Perfect World's 3D MMORPG adapted from a popular Internet fantasy novel of the same name. The expansion pack brings new excitement for "Zhu Xian" fans, introducing new instances, new refined armors and some upgraded skills.
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NEW YORK, May 29, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --Reportlinker.com announces that a new market research report is available in its catalogue:
Synopsis
The report provides in-depth market analysis, information and insights, including: Historic and forecast market sizes covering the entire Indian travel and tourism industry Detailed analysis of tourist spending patterns in India Description and market outlook for various sectors in the Indian travel and tourism industry, such as transportation, accommodation and travel intermediaries Detailed market classification across each sector with analysis using similar metrics
Summary
In 2011, India was ranked the twelfth-most attractive tourist destination in the Asia-Pacific region by the World Economic Forum. Furthermore, travel and tourism is the largest service industry in India, accounting for XX% of the country's GDP and employing XX% of the country's total workforce. During the review period, India's tourist volumes increased due to a variety of factors, with some of the most notable being robust global economic growth, government initiatives such as granting of export house status to the Indian tourism industry, and incentives for promoting private investment in the form of income tax exemptions and the provision of interest subsidies. Over the forecast period, India's total tourist volumes are expected to grow due to India's rapidly increasing average disposable income, the rising number of business opportunities in the country, vast natural and cultural resources, and increased spending by the government on developing tourism infrastructure. India is also expected to record high growth in the number of medical tourists arriving from developed countries. Furthermore, the emergence of newer forms of tourism such as cruise tourism, agritourism and eco-tourism has the potential to substantially increase India's inbound tourist volumes over the forecast period.
Scope
This report provides an extensive analysis of the travel and tourism market in India: It details historical values for the Indian travel and tourism industry for 20072011, along with forecast figures for 20122016 It provides top-level analysis of the overall travel and tourism market, as well as individual category values for both the 20072011 review period and the 20122016 forecast period The report makes a detailed analysis and projection of tourist spending patterns in India The report profiles the top travel and tourism companies in India
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Take strategic business decisions using top-level historic and forecast market data related to the Indian travel and tourism industry and each sector within it Understand the demand and supply-side dynamics within the Indian travel and tourism industry, along with key market trends and growth opportunities Assess the competitive landscape in the travel and tourism market in India and formulate effective market-entry strategies Identify the growth opportunities and industry dynamics within the Indian tourism industry's key categories, including transportation, accommodation and travel intermediaries
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26-05-2012 16:20 lA | dUBAI | bANGKOK The |Smith| World Tour turned out to be an amazing adventure. Check out the trailer to the forthcoming web series that will give a sneak peak at my journey's to the other side of the world. Shout out to new friend and travel partner Jamechia Hoyle (Washington District of Columbia) for some of the film footage as well as modeling for Lamb's Wool during our international shoot in Bangkok. Stay tuned for my adventures---after all, it's my story and Im going to tell it! (you may kindly untag yourself after viewing) -Smith
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