Italians switching to low-cost Cuba
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In 1995, the number of Italian visitors to Cuba increased by 70.9% to 112,954. According to Julio Santos of the Cuban National Tourist Office, Italian visitors spend significantly, stay for around two weeks, and travel the island. The introduction of economical charter flights to Cuba and the Dominican Republic has to date affected flights to Jamaica, however, for the first quarter of 1996, arrivals have risen 8.4%.
Publication Name: Travel Trade Gazette Europa
Subject: Travel industry
ISSN: 0262-5709
Year: 1996
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Vietnam leads the way in Indochina
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Vietnam is looking to build on its position as the pioneer of tourism development in Indochina. It plans to boost marketing activity in Europe, setting up tourist promotion offices in German and France. In contrast, Cambodia is still seen as a dangerous destination for tourists, and Laos has an undeveloped infrastructure, despite being easily accessible and having many attractions for tourists.
Publication Name: Travel Trade Gazette Europa
Subject: Travel industry
ISSN: 0262-5709
Year: 1995
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Steady rises as Benelux looks to east and China
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Tourism from Benelux countries to China is expected to rise during 1996, following increased competition among tour operators offering China and cheaper air fares. In 1995, tourism was affected by a relatively weak dollar and the poor European economic climate. Dutch visitors to China are estimated at 30,000, of which 60% are tourists; while Belgian tourists total around 2,500.
Publication Name: Travel Trade Gazette Europa
Subject: Travel industry
ISSN: 0262-5709
Year: 1996
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