Where do Americans get into the most trouble abroad? We’ve got the answer.
In which country did Americans get arrested the most number of times? Not surprisingly, the country which shares a border with several US states and is a popular tourist location: Mexico. In fact, five Mexican cities placed among the top ten cities where Americans were arrested in 2006, according to an article in the San Francisco Chronicle. In Tijuana alone 520 Americans were arrested, with Guadalajara (at 416) and Nuevo Laredo (359) rounding out the top three cities. Mexico City placed fifth with 208, Merida and Nogales placed eighth and ninth respectively.
Rounding out the top ten: London, England took fourth; Toronto, Canada placed sixth, Nassau, Bahamas took seventh and Hong Kong placed tenth.
The article notes that alcohol, drugs and illegal possession of firearms are some of the main reasons for arrests in neighbouring Canada and Mexico.
Showing posts with label travel trends and statistics. Show all posts
Showing posts with label travel trends and statistics. Show all posts
November 26, 2007
November 8, 2007
Tibet: Getting there is half the battle
Why are tourists flocking to Tibet in record numbers? More than three millions people have visited Tibet – setting new records and drastically increasing the influx of tourist dollars, according to a recent article on Australia news source news.com.au.
The reason? A new railway and airport. The Qinghai-Tibet Railway opened in July 2006, bringing with it more international visitors as well as domestic travellers. The area now has three airports – soon be four – with flights rising by 20% over the summer.
However, not everyone is happy about this new influx of people. Activists worry that tourism and new businesses could affect Tibet’s distinctive Buddhist culture.
China expects visitors to Tibet to increase to six million per year by 2010.
The reason? A new railway and airport. The Qinghai-Tibet Railway opened in July 2006, bringing with it more international visitors as well as domestic travellers. The area now has three airports – soon be four – with flights rising by 20% over the summer.
However, not everyone is happy about this new influx of people. Activists worry that tourism and new businesses could affect Tibet’s distinctive Buddhist culture.
China expects visitors to Tibet to increase to six million per year by 2010.
October 1, 2007
$40 000 makes a “G’day” in Queensland
The locals are Queenland’s best tourism asset.
Tourism to Queensland, Australia is on the rise with an 11 percent increase in international visitor spending in the last yet alone (that’s a whopping $336 million dollars). An article on news.com.au reports that the latest promotional campaign isn’t targeted at foreign visitors – it’s for the locals.
Premier Anna Bligh recently launched the $40 000 promotional campaign to “remind Queenslanders of the vital role they play in the state’s $3.3 billion international tourism industry”. According to the article, Bligh says that while visitors are impressed with the natural tourism attractions, what they “love most is the friendliness of the people.”
Tourism is expected to continue to rise over the next decade, and this campaign is part of a ten-year, $48 million dollar Tourism Strategy.
Tourism to Queensland, Australia is on the rise with an 11 percent increase in international visitor spending in the last yet alone (that’s a whopping $336 million dollars). An article on news.com.au reports that the latest promotional campaign isn’t targeted at foreign visitors – it’s for the locals.
Premier Anna Bligh recently launched the $40 000 promotional campaign to “remind Queenslanders of the vital role they play in the state’s $3.3 billion international tourism industry”. According to the article, Bligh says that while visitors are impressed with the natural tourism attractions, what they “love most is the friendliness of the people.”
Tourism is expected to continue to rise over the next decade, and this campaign is part of a ten-year, $48 million dollar Tourism Strategy.
September 25, 2007
The world’s most expensive dinners
Where is the most expensive city in the world to eat? The answer: London, England.
So how much will it cost for a three course meal in this British city? An average of £39.09 per person, according to a recent article on news.com.au . According to a survey conducted for the Zagat Restaurant Guide, London now outranks Paris (at £35.37) and Tokyo (at £35.10).
In comparison, a similar meal would cost only £19.30 (that’s roughly $ 39.00 US dollars) in New York City.
For more information, check out the news.com.au story.
So how much will it cost for a three course meal in this British city? An average of £39.09 per person, according to a recent article on news.com.au . According to a survey conducted for the Zagat Restaurant Guide, London now outranks Paris (at £35.37) and Tokyo (at £35.10).
In comparison, a similar meal would cost only £19.30 (that’s roughly $ 39.00 US dollars) in New York City.
For more information, check out the news.com.au story.
September 14, 2007
Luxury or waste? You decide.
Are the travel trends of the wealthy luxurious or wasteful? You be the judge.
A recent article on Forbes entitled “Ten Travel Trends You Can’t Ignore” outlines some of the most recent, and most luxurious, travel trends. Whether you want to stay in a hotel-owned private villa, travel by private jet or have a personal consultant plan your entire trip, many companies are now gearing up to cater to luxury travel.
But how do these trends fit with growing concerns for responsible travel? They don’t, according to a commentary on GoBudgetTravel.com. “Ten Travel Trends You Can’t Ignore” - and why you should ignore them uses humour to point out some how some of these trends are harmful to the environment and local economies.
Fortunatley, one travel trend everyone can afford to indulge in does meet universal approval: Green travel.
A recent article on Forbes entitled “Ten Travel Trends You Can’t Ignore” outlines some of the most recent, and most luxurious, travel trends. Whether you want to stay in a hotel-owned private villa, travel by private jet or have a personal consultant plan your entire trip, many companies are now gearing up to cater to luxury travel.
But how do these trends fit with growing concerns for responsible travel? They don’t, according to a commentary on GoBudgetTravel.com. “Ten Travel Trends You Can’t Ignore” - and why you should ignore them uses humour to point out some how some of these trends are harmful to the environment and local economies.
Fortunatley, one travel trend everyone can afford to indulge in does meet universal approval: Green travel.
August 8, 2007
LP survey reveals green travel trends
How are travellers planning to safe guard the planet?
Lonely Planet’s annual Travellers’ Pulse survey reveals some interesting changes in environmental awareness and travel. The survey polled 24 500 people from 144 countries, through online polls and partners. According to the press release, respondents’ answers show an increasing awareness about the environmental impact of travel – and a willingness to do something about it.
For example, 84% now say they would consider offsetting their emissions in the future (a jump from 31% who have done so in the past). In the past, 70% said they have opted for low-impact travel (such as buses instead of flying), while 90% said they would do so in the future. A full 93% said they would or might “partake in environmentally friendly travel in the future”.
Lonely Planet reports that the biggest jump in the numbers was volunteering abroad. While only 25% of respondents reported volunteering in the past, almost 80% said they might do so in the future.
The survey comes after the June 2007 release of Lonely Planet’s Volunteer: A Traveller’s Guide to Making a Difference Around the World, a guide which includes all kinds of volunteer experiences.
For more information see the full press release.
Lonely Planet’s annual Travellers’ Pulse survey reveals some interesting changes in environmental awareness and travel. The survey polled 24 500 people from 144 countries, through online polls and partners. According to the press release, respondents’ answers show an increasing awareness about the environmental impact of travel – and a willingness to do something about it.
For example, 84% now say they would consider offsetting their emissions in the future (a jump from 31% who have done so in the past). In the past, 70% said they have opted for low-impact travel (such as buses instead of flying), while 90% said they would do so in the future. A full 93% said they would or might “partake in environmentally friendly travel in the future”.
Lonely Planet reports that the biggest jump in the numbers was volunteering abroad. While only 25% of respondents reported volunteering in the past, almost 80% said they might do so in the future.
The survey comes after the June 2007 release of Lonely Planet’s Volunteer: A Traveller’s Guide to Making a Difference Around the World, a guide which includes all kinds of volunteer experiences.
For more information see the full press release.
June 6, 2007
Staying in the (electronic) loop
How many travellers take their work along on vacation? The answer may surprise you.
A recent poll conducted by Associated Press-Ipsos shows that the office is harder to leave behind than you think. According to the poll, nearly 20% of travellers do work on their vacations, and as many as 35% check their messages. One in five people bring their laptops, but double that number check their email while away.
Not surprisingly, men between the ages of 40 and 50 were the worst offenders when it came to working on holiday. Men are also less likely than women to read a book (by about 20%) but somewhat more likely to read a newspaper.
Read the article on CNN Travel for full details.
A recent poll conducted by Associated Press-Ipsos shows that the office is harder to leave behind than you think. According to the poll, nearly 20% of travellers do work on their vacations, and as many as 35% check their messages. One in five people bring their laptops, but double that number check their email while away.
Not surprisingly, men between the ages of 40 and 50 were the worst offenders when it came to working on holiday. Men are also less likely than women to read a book (by about 20%) but somewhat more likely to read a newspaper.
Read the article on CNN Travel for full details.
How many travellers take their work along on vacation? The answer may surprise you.
A recent poll conducted by Associated Press-Ipsos shows that the office is harder to leave behind than you think. According to the poll, nearly 20% of travellers do work on their vacations, and as many as 35% check their messages. One in five people bring their laptops, but double that number check their email while away.
Not surprisingly, men between the ages of 40 and 50 were the worst offenders when it came to working on holiday. Men are also less likely than women to read a book (by about 20%) but somewhat more likely to read a newspaper.
Read the article on CNN Travel for full details.
A recent poll conducted by Associated Press-Ipsos shows that the office is harder to leave behind than you think. According to the poll, nearly 20% of travellers do work on their vacations, and as many as 35% check their messages. One in five people bring their laptops, but double that number check their email while away.
Not surprisingly, men between the ages of 40 and 50 were the worst offenders when it came to working on holiday. Men are also less likely than women to read a book (by about 20%) but somewhat more likely to read a newspaper.
Read the article on CNN Travel for full details.
June 4, 2007
America’s worst drivers
Which cities top the list for bad driving habits?
The U.S. government travel advice isn’t shy about warning against bad driving practices in other countries, but how do their own citizens shape up? A recent survey conducted by Prince Market Research investigated road rage and rude drivers for major cities across the country.
The worst place to drive: Miami, Florida. New York City, Boston, Los Angeles and capital city Washington D.C. round out the top-five. In contrast, drivers in Portland, Oregon are the most courteous.
Want to see the top ten? Visit ABC.com.
The U.S. government travel advice isn’t shy about warning against bad driving practices in other countries, but how do their own citizens shape up? A recent survey conducted by Prince Market Research investigated road rage and rude drivers for major cities across the country.
The worst place to drive: Miami, Florida. New York City, Boston, Los Angeles and capital city Washington D.C. round out the top-five. In contrast, drivers in Portland, Oregon are the most courteous.
Want to see the top ten? Visit ABC.com.
May 24, 2007
Who are the best tourists in the world?
Results of a survey conducted on behalf of Expedia point to some interesting trends in how tourists are perceived. Japanese tourists were elected the best tourists for being polite and tidy. The Swiss, praised for being quiet and considerate followed Americans who placed second.
The worst tourists? According to the survey, France tops the list followed by India, China and Russia. British tourists were elected the fifth worst due to their rude behaviour and noise. They were also voted the second worst dressed, topped only by the Americans in that category.
The survey reflects the opinions of 15,000 hoteliers in Europe, and the results are bound to ruffle a few international feathers.
The worst tourists? According to the survey, France tops the list followed by India, China and Russia. British tourists were elected the fifth worst due to their rude behaviour and noise. They were also voted the second worst dressed, topped only by the Americans in that category.
The survey reflects the opinions of 15,000 hoteliers in Europe, and the results are bound to ruffle a few international feathers.
May 16, 2007
High stakes for gambling income
Who has usurped Las Vegas as the world’s top casino draw?
The numbers are in: the famous Las Vegas strip has some serious competition for international gambling income. According to NEWS.au.net, Macau (a Special Administrative Region of China) has now over taken the American city when it comes to gambling revenue.
The article reports that the 22 casinos is Macau generated more than USD$7 billion in revenue in 2006. The 40 casinos in Las Vegas fell short at USD$6.6 billion dollars.
Macau has been enjoying an increase in revenue since 2001 when the government ended the monopoly on casinos in the area and allowed foreign operators to set up shop. Relaxed travel restrictions since 1999 have also contributed to the area’s success.
But don’t feel too sorry for Vegas – the Las Vegas Sands company was one of the first to set up a casino in Macau (The Macau Sands), and they plan to open a new casino this year, the Venetian, which includes a 3000 room hotel.
The numbers are in: the famous Las Vegas strip has some serious competition for international gambling income. According to NEWS.au.net, Macau (a Special Administrative Region of China) has now over taken the American city when it comes to gambling revenue.
The article reports that the 22 casinos is Macau generated more than USD$7 billion in revenue in 2006. The 40 casinos in Las Vegas fell short at USD$6.6 billion dollars.
Macau has been enjoying an increase in revenue since 2001 when the government ended the monopoly on casinos in the area and allowed foreign operators to set up shop. Relaxed travel restrictions since 1999 have also contributed to the area’s success.
But don’t feel too sorry for Vegas – the Las Vegas Sands company was one of the first to set up a casino in Macau (The Macau Sands), and they plan to open a new casino this year, the Venetian, which includes a 3000 room hotel.
May 7, 2007
The cost of a good night’s sleep
Where do you think the most expensive hotels in the world are located?
According to a recent article in the New Zealand Herald London, England is the most expensive place to spend the night in Europe. The July 2005 bombings and competitive rates offered through online booking websites can’t counteract the chronic shortage of beds and easy accessibility by air.
So just how expensive are the rooms? The article reports that rates for double rooms can get as high as 400 or 500 pounds, but the average cost is about 98 pounds (that’s almost $200 USD).
According the article, the world’s cheapest city for classy hotels is Bangkok. In Europe, the best rates can be found in Talinn, Estonia where travellers can spend up to ten nights for the price of one night in England.
According to a recent article in the New Zealand Herald London, England is the most expensive place to spend the night in Europe. The July 2005 bombings and competitive rates offered through online booking websites can’t counteract the chronic shortage of beds and easy accessibility by air.
So just how expensive are the rooms? The article reports that rates for double rooms can get as high as 400 or 500 pounds, but the average cost is about 98 pounds (that’s almost $200 USD).
According the article, the world’s cheapest city for classy hotels is Bangkok. In Europe, the best rates can be found in Talinn, Estonia where travellers can spend up to ten nights for the price of one night in England.
April 5, 2007
Who lost the most luggage?
Has your suitcase gone missing in action? You’re not alone. Every year millions of bags go missing in Europe’s airports – 5.6 million bags to be exactly, according to a recent article on BBC News that reports on data released by the Association of European Airlines (AEA). That’s an average of 16 bags per 1000 travellers among the 24 major airlines. Not all major airlines and low-cost carriers submitted statistics.
The year’s worst offender? British Airways with an average of 23 bags lost per thousand travellers. Germany’s Luftansa, Italy’s Alitalia and Air France also had below-average performances. Increased security measures and increased volume reportedly add to the problem.
The good news? About 85% of bags are returned to their owners within 48 hours.
The year’s worst offender? British Airways with an average of 23 bags lost per thousand travellers. Germany’s Luftansa, Italy’s Alitalia and Air France also had below-average performances. Increased security measures and increased volume reportedly add to the problem.
The good news? About 85% of bags are returned to their owners within 48 hours.
April 3, 2007
Where’s the 2006 Go-to Region?
The World Tourism Organization released its 2006 results. Which region has tourists flocking to visit?
According to a recent report, the WTO cites a record number of 842 million international tourists for 2006 – that’s a growth rate of about 4.5 percent. Africa boasts the largest growth rate of 8.1 percent.
The reason? The report notes that sub-Saharan Africa is seen as being far away from the centre of tension and unrest. Other draws include the wildlife and natural resources.
The weakest growth rate was in the Americas.
According to a recent report, the WTO cites a record number of 842 million international tourists for 2006 – that’s a growth rate of about 4.5 percent. Africa boasts the largest growth rate of 8.1 percent.
The reason? The report notes that sub-Saharan Africa is seen as being far away from the centre of tension and unrest. Other draws include the wildlife and natural resources.
The weakest growth rate was in the Americas.
January 15, 2007
American travelers to set record this year
A travel article featured on CNN.com reports that a record number of Americans will be traveling over the Christmas holidays.
According to a survey conducted by the Travel Industry Association and the AAA, a record 65 million Americans will take journeys of at least 50 miles from home over the period of December 23 to January 2. The majority of travelers – totally 53 million – will hit the roads in a car or RV, while 9 million will fly and another 3 million will opt for a train or bus.
The article also mentions that holiday travel continues to experience growth despite long security lines and anxiety about world events. Most people will travel regardless of the hassle.
According to a survey conducted by the Travel Industry Association and the AAA, a record 65 million Americans will take journeys of at least 50 miles from home over the period of December 23 to January 2. The majority of travelers – totally 53 million – will hit the roads in a car or RV, while 9 million will fly and another 3 million will opt for a train or bus.
The article also mentions that holiday travel continues to experience growth despite long security lines and anxiety about world events. Most people will travel regardless of the hassle.
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