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Tourist Revenue Rises in First Half of 2008
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 In the first five months of 2008, Mexico earned US$6.2 billion in tourism revenue which reflects a 6.8 percent increase from the previous year, according to a report issued by the Tourism Secretariat.
The report, which was put together by the Bank of Mexico, said from Jan. 1 to May 31 more than 9.43 million tourists visted Mexico; that figure is a 4.3 percent increase from 2007. The average spending per tourist also went up. The bank calculated a mean total of US$882 was spent per person which again reflects an increase on last year by 4.4 percent. The balance of payments for tourism in May was US$2.93 billion - a 11.7 percent increase from 2007. Tourism Secretary Rodolfo Elizondo Torres described the figures as "very pleasing" despite a global economic slowdown. Rising gas prices and an unstable housing market has seen the United States economy hit the skids in recent months but the repercussions have yet to show any affect on Mexico's tourism industry which depends heavily on visitors from north of the border. |
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Mitla
The Zapotecs named this place Lyobaa; the Mixtecs called it Nuu Ndiyo and the Mexicas came closest to its present-day name with Mictlan. In all cases their names meant the same thing: "A place of rest". Now, San Pablo Villa de Mitla, is one of the nation's most important, and visited, archaelogical sites boasting a history that goes back to 800 B.C.
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| | Mexico Timeshare
If you've spent any time in Mexico, you have probably fallen in love with the warm, sunny climate, welcoming communities, white sand beaches and vibrant nightlife. Perhaps you're even considering purchasing a vacation property in Mexico so as to make your favorite region of the country a new home away from home. Before you buy, consider purchasing a timeshare so that you may pay for only what you use.
| Vacation Rentals in Mexico
As of 2006, the vacation rental industry worldwide totalled US$10 billion. That's a staggering figure considering the market endured a torrent of bad press during its inception.
| | Airlines Serving Mexico
In this section we have compiled a list of airlines operating national and international flights in Mexico. In order to provide you with up-to-date information about your travel needs, we have included direct links to the official airline websites.
| | Car Rentals
Renting a car in Mexico is a fairly straight forward procedure provided you carry a credit card, are over 25 years old and possess a valid driver's license. If you can comply with all three points then it's just a case of choosing the type of car you want according to your budget and needs.
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