Market on the move

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Asia is increasingly important to the tourist industry, both as a destination and for the increasing number of Asian tourists. Economic growth has provided Asians with the means for tourist travel, and the number of Asian tourists increased to almost 94 million in 1996, surpassing the North American figure for the first time. The number of Asian travellers in Asia is growing at an annual rate of over 7%, and Asians now make up half the number of tourist travellers in Asia.

Author: Swarts, William

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The numbers game

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The number of Asian tourists visiting destinations in Asia is increasing. Japan, Hong Kong and Taiwan are three of the main sources of Asian travellers, and China's total is also significant. Asians travel either for tourist pursuits alone, or they combine a few days' family leisure with a business trip. They visit both cities and coastal areas, and provide an important boost to tourism in countries including the Philippines and Vietnam.

Author: Swarts, William

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Subjects list: Travel industry, Asia, Tourism
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