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Terrorism fears deter tourists in parts of Europe

by Stephen Beard
Sep 22, 2016
Tourists avoid France after terror attacks, but flock to the UK as pound is low.
A view of the Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris.
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The rise of Trump tourism in Kallstadt, Germany

by John Laurenson
Sep 16, 2016
This tiny Rhineland village is the ancestral home of Trump's grandparents.
The house in Kallstadt, Germany, where Donald Trump's grandfather once lived.
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Back to school in August? Tourism businesses not happy

by Adam Allington
Sep 5, 2016
In some states, a pre-Labor Day school start is banned; but schools are pushing back.
Scheduling the first day of school can be tricky.
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Orlando tells nervous Brazilian tourists: don't worry

by Renata Sago
Jul 6, 2016
The city hopes recent events don't affect 700,000 Brazilians who visit each year
Brazilian teenagers at a restaurant in Orlando.
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Plane crash the latest shock to Egypt’s tourism sector

by Kimberly Adams
May 20, 2016
The country has faced repeated blows to an industry that makes up 11 percent of its GDP.
A group of tourists ride a camel at the Pyramids of Giza compound on October 21, 2013 in Cairo, Egypt.
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The hyper-competitive Hollywood tour industry

by Adriene Hill
May 9, 2016
Dozens of tour operators fight for tourist dollars.
Tourists on Hollywood Boulevard taking photos outside of of sightseeing buses. 
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Shakespeare brand still strong after 400 years

by Stephen Beard
Apr 21, 2016
The playwright continues to make big bucks for his hometown of Stratford-upon-Avon.
William Shakespeare, circa 1610, at work in his study. Original Artist: A.H. Payne
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Ireland invests in US St. Patrick's celebrations

by Blake Farmer
Mar 17, 2016
The country has turned St. Patrick's Day into a worldwide branding campaign.
During the first Music City Irish Festival in 2015, 10,000 people showed up for the free street fair. 
Courtesy, Music City Irish Fest
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Is Cuba ready for American business?

by Kai Ryssdal
Mar 15, 2016
Marketplace host Kai Ryssdal speaks with FT Alphaville reporter Cardiff Garcia on the effects of reduced sanctions for business that wish to open in Cuba.
Cuba and the United States continue to restore a diplomatic relationship.
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Popular musicians bolster tourism industry

by Marketplace Contributor
Feb 15, 2016
The Beatles bring in big bucks to the northern English city of Liverpool.
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