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One of our favorite industries to work in is the tourism field. What could be more enjoyable than publicly bragging about a destination, hosting media tours and writing about hot spots to visit? Tourism also means big money in states like Tennessee where billions of dollars are brought in every year in the suitcases of visitors. Listen to two Tennessee tourism experts talk about the tactics that are working for them in a fast-growing destination hotspot in this episode of MsInterPReted. #Tourism #MediaRelations #PublicRelations https://lnkd.in/gK7c2eku

Navigating Hawaii's Tourism: Seeking a Balanced Future! Explore the quest for solutions in managing Hawaii's tourism challenges, finding balance between restrictions and free enterprise. Recognizing tourism as a valuable asset, the focus is on strategic planning, increased budget allocation, and community engagement to ensure a sustainable and harmonious future. Join the conversation on shaping Hawaii's tourism for tomorrow! #HawaiiTourism #SustainableTravel #CommunityEngagement #TourismChallenges

The bi-directional relationship between community-oriented factors and residents’ emotional solidarity with tourists Reference: Rao, Y. and Lai, I.K.W. (2023), "The bi-directional relationship between community-oriented factors and residents’ emotional solidarity with tourists", Tourism Review, Vol. 78 No. 5, pp. 1265-1279. Link: https://lnkd.in/eGWpnvGR Summary: This study aims to understand the bi-directional relationship between residents’ perceived community-oriented factors and residents’ emotional solidarity with tourists. It compares the mutual influences between the human–place relationship and the resident–tourist relationship

𝐃𝐫. 𝐌𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐮 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐟𝐚 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐎𝐰𝐧𝐞𝐝 𝐓𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐦 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐜𝐢𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬! In his panel speech, Dr. Mengistu Assefa emphasized the need for locally owned tourism infrastructure, knowledge base and services. He advocated for increased local consciousness when it comes to tourism. He highlighted that conflict can serve profit expanding exploiters and explained how expanding tourism can promote harmony and peace, rebuild the region’s image, and foster mutual understanding. #ethiopiasabudance #OromiaTourismWeek #visitOromia #LandOfOrigins #Oromia

🔔 New Tender Alert: Conduct study of the socio-economic benefits of the commercialisation of tourism View more Tender details here -   https://lnkd.in/d6fZwVBY #NewTender #TourismCommercialisation #SocioEconomicStudy #TourismBenefits #MarketResearch #TenderAlert #TourismDevelopment #EconomicGrowth #CommercialTourism #TourismIndustry

Tourism is big business. Click the link below to learn more from our President-CEO, Peter Bowden as he breaks down the importance of Public-Private Partnerships and the impact tourism has on our community. Tourism IS Economic Development. https://lnkd.in/exbXzMNS

Local experiences are the heartbeat of tourism. From the bustling Jonker Walk in Malacca to the serene paddy fields of Kedah, these authentic encounters create connections that resonate deeply with travelers. As tourism professionals, it’s our duty to amplify these experiences while preserving their authenticity. What’s your favorite local experience that you’ve shared with visitors? Let’s celebrate the beauty of our communities! #LocalTourism #CulturalExchange #Authenticity"

Tourism is key to economic growth! Learn about strategic integration in our newest article. 🌍✨ Unlock your community’s potential with these insights. #Tourism #EconomicGrowth https://hubs.ly/Q02CtK5w0

How does tourism works for local economy and why some places are thriving while others are screaming? The most comprehensive and unbiased video I came across. https://lnkd.in/eb3u5C5j