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The global tourism industry ended last year at 935 million tourists, 6.7% more than in 2009, which not only manages to offset the 4% drop suffered a year ago, but to exceed by 2.5% the maximum level before the crisis, said yesterday the World Tourism Organization (WTO).

This represents more than 58 million tourists in 2009 and 22 million more than in 2008, which recorded 913 million trips, the highest level reached so far.

Although the vast majority of destinations around the world in 2010 showed positive figures, which managed to offset recent losses or approach this goal, the recovery came at two different speeds, lower in advanced economies (5%) and more rapid emerging (8%), said today the secretary General of UNWTO Taleb Rifai.

Such recovery is a reflection of the global economic situation and rule 2011 and the foreseeable future, Rifai said, adding that “now the challenge will be to consolidate this growth in coming years amid an uncertain global economic environment.”

-Also warned of concern to the WTO, the high rates of unemployment, since expectations are not enough to cover what was lost during the crisis.

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The National Chamber of Tourism of Peru (Canatur) announces the completion of the eighteenth edition of Peru Travel Mart (PTM 2011) to be held in Lima from 15 to 18 May. This time, the focus will be the centenary of the discovery of Machu Picchu Historic Sanctuary for the world.

The Embassy of Peru in Bolivia reported that since 1987, Peru Travel Mart is the largest annual event to promote tourism in Peru, created to be the meeting point of Peruvian tourism promoters with their peers in the world, and from which to display potential buyers, new tourism products in an interesting business opportunity.

The PTM is a joint effort of the Peruvian state represented by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Commission for the Promotion of Peru (Promperu) and the private sector, represented by the National Chamber of Tourism (Canatur). Read the rest of this entry »

With an investment of Bs 18 million is estimated by multiplying the interest to know the 15 provinces of the department, as these resources are being used to build inns, support centers, viewpoints and tourist cabins in order to promote the scenic beauty offered by Santa Cruz provinces . Government statistics indicate that the most popular people are Roboré, San Jose and San Ignacio.

These three municipalities are converted to options to be visited during the holiday carnival and part of the Building Plan initiated by the Government Tourist Santa Cruz last year with an investment of 15 million and Bs for the current financial year is estimated at that amount Bs join 3 million to address various projects.

Train the community members. Tourism projects contemplated in addition to rustic buildings to teach people to “sell” the pleasure grounds they have in their territory. For example, in Piso Firme, part of the Noel Kempff Mercado National Park, is developing a Tourism Support Centre which trains community members about the importance of this region. Read the rest of this entry »

A trip to Amsterdam is one of the most popular in the Netherlands. From its smoky coffee shops, its romantic canals, impressive churches, great museums and other fun stuff more, makes this city one of the favorite places to visit on his trip to Holland.

And once you’ve booked a flight to this city must be prepared to be captivated by its history and architecture. That is why hotels in Amsterdam are varied and for all types of economies by offering personalized service so we recommend searching the web the best accommodation for a rewarding stay.

Although the city of Amsterdam, which began as a fishing village, has grown over time to be the largest city in the Netherlands and one of the most densely populated cities in Europe, today tourism focuses on its many tourist attractions 365 days a year.

So, what to see in Amsterdam?

Bear in mind that you’re in a historic city. During the Dutch Golden Age in the 17th century, Amsterdam became a cultural center for the rest of Europe. Although the 20 th century saw the start of World War II, Amsterdam remains one of the most beautiful cities in the world, and tourism is growing in Amsterdam.

Amsterdam’s long history has resulted in a city that is today one of the most beautiful, welcoming and relaxed. Amsterdam Tourism is also booming because of the many other attractions such as the 40 museums, or tour the city via a leisurely boat trip on foot. Notably, the famous Van Gogh Museum and the Rijksmuseum attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors each year.

And if shopping is nothing better than touring the market Cuypstraat Albert to see the art galleries located around Dam Square One detail that you’ll notice is the large number of bikes that flood the city.

The truth is that Amsterdam is the world center of bicycle culture. Almost all major streets have bike paths, and can leave the bike anywhere. If you dare you can be part of this custom to be transported by bicycle rented in various parts of the city.

And if relaxation is nothing better than a visit to the Hortus Botanicus, founded in the early of 1660 and is one of the oldest botanical gardens. Or, if you wish, at night, a tour to show you a red light district where prostitution is legal and where its bright red neon signs show women in underwear showing her charms and sins.

Holland, known for its windmills, canals, dams and cows, also pervades us a wonderful tour of their traditional villages.

One is Den Oever, a town located in the Dutch province of North Holland. It is a part of the municipality of Wieringen, and is located about 18 miles east of Den Helder.

And unlike many other parts of the Netherlands, has been a sparsely populated rural area since medieval times. With the exception of an industry in the region, land in Den Oever are mainly used for agriculture.

It should be noted that the village is located on the west side of Afsluitdijk, a magnificent work of engineering art that separates the sea of land thereby blocking occurs with a series of locks for the execution of IJsselmeer in the Sea of Wadden, making it virtually an island.

And for the adventure and relaxation, during the summer months, there are travel agencies that organize trips by boat and yachts can be done from the port city to the Wadden Sea and water sports like windsurfing, rowing, boating, skiing, jet skiing and even fishing.

Surely this is one of the most important tourist attractions in the region, not only from Den Oever, but in the rest of The Netherlands, visiting lakes, lagoons, canals and rivers … a unique experience!

An important detail is that many of these water sports are developed along with routes that are made by bike for most of the day. There are companies that organize guided tours of the region up with accommodation on ships visiting all the main ports.

And Holland is a country whose territory is virtually below sea level, over the centuries, has managed to defend itself in the struggle against nature for the development of their peoples.

That is why the Afsluitdijk (dam closure) is a major feat of engineering which is a dock that connects the north of North Holland with Friesland, closing the IJsselmeer and the Wadden Sea separating.

Has a length of 32 km, 90 meters wide, and a height of 7.25 meters above sea level. It is now a two-lane highway and a specific lane for bicycles, which runs parallel to the highway.

It is surprising to note how the Afsluitdijk Enclus open to allow passage of boats and yachts. Do not hesitate to place these people in their tourism agenda … Den Oever awaits!