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tourism

[ toor-iz-uhm ]

noun

  1. the activity or practice of touring, especially for pleasure.
  2. the business or industry of providing information, accommodations, transportation, and other services to tourists.
  3. the promotion of tourist travel, especially for commercial purposes.


tourism

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noun

  1. tourist travel and the services connected with it, esp when regarded as an industry
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˜yÐÄvlog History and Origins

Origin of tourism1

First recorded in 1805–15; tour + -ism
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She said tourism was also a big contributor to the territory's economy, with large numbers of Amercians coming to see the renowned penguins living on the Falklands.

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Sir Sadiq said if granted, the powers would help "boost tourism, stimulate growth and deliver new jobs both in London and across the country".

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The hospitality and tourism industry is a key contributor to L.A.’s economy, employing more than 540,000 people who work as room cleaners, dishwashers, restaurant servers and bellhops, among other jobs.

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Children and young people staying in hostels, campsites or outdoor centres will be in Wales exempt from paying a proposed tourism tax, the Welsh government has announced.

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