Island that Returned Peter Frampton’s ‘lost’ Guitar

For the Geo Quiz we are looking for a sun-splashed island in the southern Caribbean Sea where people have stepped forward to honor rock-n-roll legend Peter Frampton.

Tsunami Tourism in Indonesia

A growing number of tourists are coming to see the relics of tsunami destruction in Aceh.

Egypt’s Depressed Tourism Industry Leaves Bored Camels

Geo Quiz: Which way does the Nile River flow? The world’s longest river starts in the highlands of Central Africa and flows down hill all the way to the Mediterranean.

Protest Tourism at Occupy Wall Street in New York

Occupy Wall Street attracts more than protesters. It’s also drawing tourists from around the world.

Syria’s Economy Staggering

As the protests escalate in Syria, the country’s economy is taking a hit.

Damage Control in Full Swing for Britain’s Tourism

There’s concern that the tourism industry in London could be hurt by the bad publicity surrounding the riots.

Why it Costs $200 a Day in Bhutan

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The Himalayan Kingdom of Bhutan wants to boost tourism while keeping the number of visitors under control. So, it requires tourists to spend a minimum of $200 per day. And as The World’s Mary Kay Magistad reports from Bhutan, the amount goes up next year. Download MP3

Slideshow: Bhutan – The Himalayan Kingdom

Country music attracts German tourists

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Germans are fond of American country music and are Country Music Awards fans. Caitlin Carroll has the story from Berlin.
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Beach tourism hurt by Mexico’s drug troubles

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Anchor Marco Werman speaks with Fred Burton of the security company Stratfor, about how drug-related violence affects Mexico’s beach resorts. Stratfor has just issued a security report for Mexico during Spring Break season. Download MP3

Travel and Security Risks over Spring Break in Mexico
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A pitch for the pink dollar in Nepal

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Nepal’s tourism industry took a major hit during the decade of Maoist insurgency. Now Nepalese officials want to make 2011 the year of tourism. And they’re billing Nepal as a destination for gay and lesbian visitors. Habiba Nosheen has more.Download MP3

Violence impacts Mexico tourism

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Violence in Mexico is not just taking a toll along the border. It’s impacting tourism to the country’s interior.The World’s Jason Margolis has more from San Miguel de Allende, a popular tourist destination in central Mexico. Download MP3

Slideshow: San Miguel de Allende

A new focus for safari tourism

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Safari tourism in Africa is changing. Tracking down big game is still central, but more and more tourists are also involved with conservation and helping local communities. Correspondent Jake Warga reports. Download MP3

The Business of Tourism

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Tourism is big business: It generates Close to a trillion dollars a year. How can nations get ahead in the tourism game? Why do tourists flock to one beach over another? And what does a nation give up when it becomes a tourism destination? These questions and others explored on this edition of The World’s Global Economy podcast.
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Talking Travel: South Africa and The World Cup

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After almost a month of soccer, we’re down to four remaining teams in the World Cup. Many say the real winner of the 2010 tournament, however, is the host nation itself – South Africa. Lonely Planet’s Tom Hall helps us take stock of what the tournament means for South African tourism, today and tomorrow. It’s our Talking Travel podcast. (Photo: ER24 EMS (Pty) Ltd).

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Re-opening tourism in Liberia

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The problem with a good stretch of beach is that once word gets out, the word is out. You have to fight for waves or a patch of sand. That won’t happen for a while in Liberia. The West African nation was torn apart by 14 years of Civil War. The country has been peaceful since UN peacekeepers arrived in 2003. But before Liberia descended into war, the country was a West African travel hotspot: five-star hotels, beautiful beaches, and a rich cultural history. Today, tourism dollars would certainly help that country with its economic recovery. But is Liberia ready to re-open for tourists? The World’s Jason Margolis had a look. Download MP3

• Jason Margolis’ Rebuilding Liberia series
• Photos: Tourism in Liberia