The U.S. is WEAK

"In Los Angeles, tourism is expected to add $13 billion in direct cash to the economy this year. But from 2000 to 2005, the number of overseas travelers declined 27%. In Anaheim, home of Disneyland, the number of overseas visitors dropped 21% in the same period, Commerce Department statistics showed"-Kimi Yoshino [LA TIMES]

Mayors are being urged to spend more money on marketing the U.S. to make it more appealing to tourists. The fact of the matter is that the U.S. doesnt have much to offer the rest of the world. Our economy is struggling and were in debt to everyone & their mom. I guess if youre the patriotic type this kind of news may hurt to hear .. but its the truth.

As a California resident, would you really want people to visit? I mean aside from Disneyland, contaminated beaches, hazy skies, & traffic arent the most appealing things. I want to encourage everyone to get out, even if it means supporting someone else's economy. Life is way to short to be stuck in your state, city, or on your block. Save up, travel, see the world. Word to mother.

Source:
LA TIMES

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