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| − | '''Tourism''' is an industry of state and local governments, where persons are invited to visit a locality for [[recreation]], or [[education]]. Many states | + | '''Tourism''' is an industry of state and local governments, where persons are invited to visit a locality for [[recreation]], or [[education]]. Many states gain a significant amount of [[income]] from tourism; [[Florida]] is one such state. |
==Most visited countries<ref>2010 - The World Tourism rankings are compiled by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO).</ref>== | ==Most visited countries<ref>2010 - The World Tourism rankings are compiled by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO).</ref>== | ||
Latest revision as of 07:42, March 29, 2024
Tourism is an industry of state and local governments, where persons are invited to visit a locality for recreation, or education. Many states gain a significant amount of income from tourism; Florida is one such state.
Most visited countries[1]
| Rank | Country | International tourist arrivals |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | France | 76.80 million |
| 2 | United States | 59.75 million |
| 3 | China | 55.67 million |
| 4 | Spain | 52.68 million |
| 5 | Italy | 43.63 million |
| 6 | United Kingdom | 28.13 million |
| 7 | Turkey | 27.00 million |
| 8 | Germany | 26.88 million |
| 9 | Malaysia | 24.58 million |
| 10 | Mexico | 22.40 million |
See also
References
- ↑ 2010 - The World Tourism rankings are compiled by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO).