Foreign tourism is not the only segment that is important for industry growth. With a steadily rising middle class capable of spending more on leisure holidays, Peru is seeing an increase in local travel. The Export and Tourism Promotion Agency (PromPerú) estimates that Peruvians travelled 20% more throughout the country in 2011 than they did in...
There is much evidence in the tourism business to suggest that Peru is performing well below its potential when it comes to visitor numbers. While Machu Picchu stands firmly on the list of the New Seven Wonders of the World, the site’s restriction to 2500 people on a daily basis limits the possibilities for growth. The numbers are pegged to prevent...
If Turkish tourism sector has been struggling to breaking into the high-value visitor market, the tides may be turning. The past two years have been characterised by a marked increase in arrivals from the Middle East. Drawn by Turkey’s growing regional presence, expanding facilities and cultural similarity, Middle Eastern guests are diversifying –...
Long described as a “bridge of civilisations” by locals and travel writers alike, Turkey is now enjoying a new inspiring status: an island of stability. Surrounded by Arab uprisings and eurozone crises, the country is attracting attention and visitors with its economic growth and increasing international prominence. In 2011 Turkey hit its goal of...
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