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Tourism
America’s national parks, a century of nature and economics
Jan 18, 2016
Early numbers show more than 300 million visits in 2015, a new record.
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How the strong dollar is hurting American tourism
Jan 5, 2016
The currency is sending foreigners elsewhere and Americans abroad.
Local Money: From Disneyworld to bio-tech, Orlando evolves
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Molly Wood
Dec 4, 2015
A trip to Orlando, Florida, a past and present hub for tech.
Olympic Village: A Chinese ski town becomes a boomtown
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Rob Schmitz
Sep 30, 2015
But homes and a farming village in the way will be wiped off the map to make room.
Strong U.S. dollar is opening doors for tourists
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Janet Nguyen
Sep 10, 2015
The weakened Brazilian real may help the country's hospitality industry.
Egypt bans some 'Made in China' souvenirs
Jul 30, 2015
The move is aimed at protecting local artisans and their pricier items.
Kenyans hope to cash in on Obama visit
Jul 24, 2015
Businesses are banking on diplomats staying around after global summit ends.
For public good, not for profit.
Without tourists, Egyptian business owners adapt
Jul 21, 2015
Some Egyptian business owners shift to exporting to make up for lost tourists.
Restaurant worker loses hope in Athens
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Kai Ryssdal
Jul 13, 2015
He's given up on his situation, but wants his son to have a better life.