03rd November 2009
Tourists use modes of road transport such as buses, A/C coaches, taxis (AC and normal), deluxe coaches and car rental. Service of transporters is needed by tour operators in packaging the tours. Car rental is a recent addition in tourism. Customers may re...
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27th October 2009
Using concept of market analysis aptly minimizes business risks for a tour operator. Marketing research, competitive analysis and strategies, and forecasting assists them decide on their strategy. However, operators in Thailand have shown little eagerness...
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19th October 2009
Tourists carry different images of their destinations, and their motives to go there vary. They are heterogeneous. Market segmentation is the strategic tool to tap all these groups of tourists. Modern tourism industry uses market segmentation to study o...
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12th October 2009
Tourism has today been recognized as a major tool of economic development. When India attained independence in 1947, it did not have necessary infrastructure to promote tourism. However, encouraged by the government and the private employers, Indians went...
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11th June 2009
Any tour to Penang Island in Malaysia is always thrilling. But you must know what to do there. The island comes forth with a range of touristy gifts. You just need to know how to make the most of them. One gets pleasant surprise looking at the list of thi...
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12th May 2009
Gateway of India has become a symbol of Mumbai. The grand structure near the seacoast seems to represent Mumbai all over the world. Whenever one looks at the massive gate, it becomes clear that it is Mumbai which is being talked about. Located on the So...
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11th May 2009
Phuket, a darling of international tourists, is among the most popular tourist destinations in Thailand. With incessant stream of tourists, it sometimes gets crowdy. Yet, there are some places, hidden treasures of Phuket, which remain indifferent from c...
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05th May 2009
Kuala Lumpur can satisfy any ardent shopper. The metropolis has a slew of shopping places; gleaming shopping malls, departmental stores, hypermarkets, shopping arcades, specialty stores, duty-free shops, handicraft centers, local markets. And shopping at ...
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17th April 2009
Singapore has proper infrastructure in place to support its tourism industry. It is not only a tourist hub, but is also in a league of its own as a communications and technological center. The country has one of the most developed communication networks...
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14th April 2009
Sanctuary of Truth, a massive carved wooden pavilion, is a monumental structure near Pattaya. Showcasing rich architectural heritage of Thailand, it is something you should not miss during your Pattaya tour. It conveys the fine points of ancient Thai wisd...
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07th April 2009
Central market, one of the major attractions of Kuala Lumpur, is also known as Pesar Seni or Pesar Budaya. The market offers one glimpses of the Malaysian culture and its arts and crafts. The Central market's building was built in 1888. At the time, it wa...
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17th March 2009
Singapore, among the top tourist destinations in Asia, draws millions of tourists every year from different parts of the world. Fantastic shopping, unique culture, amazing entertainment, fabulous nightlife and delicious food have together made Singapore...
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12th March 2009
Islands of Indonesia, lying across the equator, are a cluster of pristine beaches and intriguing traditions. The country, endowed with rich culture and marvelous natural beauty, keeps on attracting the globetrotters. Indonesia is a country which would ast...
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11th March 2009
Singapore Botanical Garden, one of the largest botanical reserves on the planet, stretches itself over 52 hectares. With numerous kind of vegetation, a visit to garden is a rewarding experience for any nature lover. Credit of establishing Botanical Garden...
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10th March 2009
Jaipur, euphemistically called the Pink City of India, is a part of most travel itineraries in India. One of the corners of the famous Golden Triangle tour, the city is often compared a newly married bride adorned with pink veils. Enriched by history, Jai...
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