Switzerland
Article Abstract:
Although Switzerland is ideally placed in Europe to attract tourists from several neighbouring countries, its high exchange rates are a major handicap to the tourist industry. There has been a steady decline in the number of bednights since 1991, from 37,039 to 36,291 in 1994. Consequently, international tourism has declined to account for an estimated 3.4% of GDP in 1994, against 4% in the early 1980s. It will be difficult to reverse the tourist industry's downward trend in the short term.
Publication Name: International Tourism Report
Subject: Travel industry
ISSN: 0269-3747
Year: 1995
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South Korea
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The tourist industry in South Korea has rapidly expanded from 15,184 visitors in 1962 to some 2 million by 1988 and 3.6 million in 1994. Howver, the industry is experiencing a period of stagnation and the government is focusing on tourism as one of the country's strategic industries. A target of 7 million visitors by 2001 has been set. A programme of support has begun, including the new Seoul airport and improved transport systems.
Publication Name: International Tourism Report
Subject: Travel industry
ISSN: 0269-3747
Year: 1995
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Hong Kong
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The demand for tourism and travel services in Hong Kong remains strong, despite the longer-term worries associated with its return to Chinese rule in 1997. Hong Kong is the most popular tourist destination in Asia and is a regional centre for transport and travel services. More than 9 million people visited the island in 1994, against just 3 million in 1984. It is expected that visitor numbers could reach 15 million by 2000.
Publication Name: International Tourism Report
Subject: Travel industry
ISSN: 0269-3747
Year: 1995
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