international tourist arrivals

This has never happened in history: International tourism to reach one billion in 2012

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International tourist arrivals grew by over 4% in 2011 to 980 million, according to the latest UNWTO World Tourism Barometer. With growth expected to continue in 2012, at a somewhat slower rate, international tourist arrivals are on track to reach the milestone one billion mark later this year. International tourist arrivals grew by 4.4% in … Read more

Top City Destinations Ranking: 100 of the world’s leading cities in terms of international tourist arrivals

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According to the latest Top City Destinations Ranking issued by Euromonitor International, the top 10 cities in terms of international tourist arrivals are Hong Kong, Singapore, London, Macau, Bangkok, Antalya, Kuala Lumpur, New York City, Paris and Istanbul.  After recording a decline in 2009, international arrivals to countries regained growth in 2010, positively impacting results … Read more