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The aim of this assignment is to evaluate the factors which have contributed to the success of Paris as a tourist destination – transport, cultural and social tourism, entertainment and special events. The commercialisation of Paris’ rich cultural herita
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THM 220 Regional Tourism Work book: Appraising Paris as a Tourist Destination Ryan Perry April 2006 INTRODUCTION The aim of this assignment is to evaluate the factors which have contributed to the success of Paris as a tourist destination - transport, cultural and social tourism, entertainment and special events. The commercialisation of Paris' rich cultural heritage is examined and the positive and negative aspects of the tourism industry are investigated. Finally, strategies for the future development of Paris as a major tourist resort are considered. The observational research for this assignment was carried out during a field trip to Paris during April 2006 and evidence was gathered from questionnaires distributed to local residents. Paris is one of the top city tourist destinations in the world. In 2005 the total number of visitors to Paris was estimated at 26 million. (Paris Tourism Research Department (PTRD) 2006). The major factors which have contributed to Paris as a tourist...
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