The aviation security competence was dampened due to the inability of the airport security to prevent hijackers and suicide terrorists from crashing passenger airplanes into the World Trade Centers on September 9, 2011.
Civil war and the Decline of Tourism in Lebanon
Before the Civil War (1975-1990) Lebanon was a peaceful region that enjoyed calm and renowned prosperity in terms of economy and socio-political system. The economy in the pre-Lebanese civil war was driven by agriculture, banking and most importantly tourism. Based on its stability and prosperity, its capital “Beirut” was the centre of tourism in Asia […]
Trade liberalization of the tourism sector in India
In the recent Trade liberalization reforms, the government has encouraged trade by allowing 100 percent foreign direct investments in tourism.
A closer look into the tourism growth in Dubai
The hospitality industry of Dubai has been contributing significantly to the growth of Dubai’s economy. Tourism sector of Dubai has emerged as an important contributor to the economic growth of Dubai.
Strategies to manage demand supply imbalance in tourism
Tourism is a seasonal industry and there are many factors that contribute to this seasonality. Not only does the environment of the host nation, but the policies of the host Government and several other factors work together for this seasonality in the industry.
Challenge of demand forecasting in tourism
Forecasting the demand in tourism industry and maintaining a proper demand-supply balance is a major challenge. There is no doubt about tourism being an industry of economic, social and cultural importance for the world economy.
An overview of the Indian medical tourism industry
Since ancient times, the Indian way of treating guests as God ‘Atithi Devo Bhavah’ gives its tourism industry a special meaning across globe.
Medical tourism in India and its advantages
India is a land of diversities. These diversities extend not only to geographic regimes but also to cultural and religious extremes. India’s rich cultural heritage has always been an attraction for travelers from all across the globe.