Tourism Overview

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What is the expected annual growth rate of the tourism industry according to the World Tourism Organization (WTO)?

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Four percent a year.

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Which countries are the top spenders on outbound tourism?

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Germany, the USA, and China.

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What percentage of all tourist trips today is represented by domestic tourism?

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About 80 percent.

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What are some reasons people travel for leisure?

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Recreation and holidays.

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What does VFR stand for in the context of tourism?

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Visiting friends and relatives.

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What are some other reasons people travel besides leisure?

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Health, religious reasons, business, and professional purposes.