Basel on the Rhine
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The Port of Basel is Switzerland's second largest city and lies in the heart of Europe. Tourists seeking intellectual stimulation and cultural exposure will not be disappointed since Basel has its share of art galleries and museums as well as market squares and outdoor cafes. Basel has retained most of its original architecture and ambience since it has been undisturbed by the wars throughout the centuries since the Celts and the Romans. The place also celebrates a national festival similar to the Mardi Gras called the Fasnacht which heralds the arrival of spring.
Publication Name: SwissWORLD
Subject: Business, international
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Year: 1997
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California or bust!
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California boasts of varied attractions which make it an ideal destination for travelers. It has beaches and national parks set in different land forms. Among its famous national parks are Yosemite and the Redwoods. It offers the urban ambiance of cities such as Los Angeles and San Francisco and the celebrity glamour of Hollywood. Other popular tourist spots are Lake Tahoe, Mount Shasta and the vineyards of Napa Valley and Sonoma Valley.
Publication Name: SwissWORLD
Subject: Business, international
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Year: 1998
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America the beautiful
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A major portion of outdoor recreation, travel and tourism-related activities in the US happen in and around Federal lands. Studies show that each mile in Federal lands has the potential to generate 0.5 tourist-related jobs, as much as $30,000 in travel and tourism expenditures and $1,700 in state and local taxes. Each year, recreational visits to Federal lands exceed more than 565 million recreation visitor days.
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Subject: Business, international
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Year: 1998
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