The tourism industry in Lebanon

The tourism industry in Lebanon has been historically important to the local economy and remains to this day to be a major source of revenue for Lebanon. Before the Lebanese Civil War, Beirut was widely regarded as "The Paris of the Middle East," often cited as a financial and business hub where visitors could experience the Levantine Mediterranean culture.
Lebanon's diverse atmosphere and ancient history make it an important destination which is slowly rebuilding itself after continued turmoil. Lebanon offers plenty: from ancient Roman ruins, to well preserved castles, limestone caves, historic Churches and Mosques, beautiful beaches nestled in the Mediterranean Sea, world renown Lebanese cuisine, nonstop nightlife and discothèques, to mountainous ski resorts.

The Effects of Tourism on Dubai

Dubai is now considered an international tourist hot spot, attracting millions of visitors each year. This success, which is largely the result of careful marketing, has resulted in some dramatic changes in Dubai.

AN OVERVIEW OF TOURISM IN THE MIDDLE EAST AND SAUDI ARABIA

International tourism has become a major industry worldwide and

Travel and tourism activities generated US$3.6 trillion in 2000. The rate of

Expansion has been impressive and international arrivals increased annually

Developing

THINKING THROUGH TOURISM IN JAPAN

Four major factors shaping Japanese tourism development
The following two quotes provide an interesting starting point for the discussion of Japanese
internal tourism and reveal some insight into the complexities of the prevailing mindset:
“Tourism Encourages Nation-building that Provides a Good
Living Habitat and a Good Place to Visit
The basic concept for a country built on tourism is the
realization of ‘nation-building’ that provides a good living

Tourism is currently the second highest contributor to Malaysia’s

Tourism is currently the second highest contributor to Malaysia’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) after manufacturing. Despite its relatively late entrant as a ‘big time’ tourism player, the tourism industry in Malaysia has grown by leaps and bounds since the early 1990’s. This paper will, firstly, trace the development of the tourism industry in Malaysia vis-à-vis its performance, institutional framework and policy planning initiatives. Secondly, it will discuss Malaysia’s efforts, successes and failures in promoting regional cooperation in tourism. Thirdly, the role of budget airlines, development of thematic/transporter heritage trails and growth in youth tourism will be evaluated in the light of multi-destination visitation. INTRODUCTION