Israel to smash tourism record, asserts minister
Ha'aretz
Based on data from the past three months, Israel will pull in a record number of 3.5 million tourists in 2010, according to Tourism Minister Stas Misezhnikov.
Christian pilgrims in Jerusalem mark Palm Sunday with prayers and ...Hundreds of Christians from around the world marched from the Mount of Olives into Jerusalem to mark Palm Sunday, retracing the steps of Jesus 2000 years ago.
Christian pilgrims mark Palm Sunday in JerusalemThe Associated PressThe pilgrims waved national and church flags and followed a white donkey, which according to Christian tradition was the way Jesus entered the holy city. ...
Pilgrims in England to walk 120 miles, bear life-sized crossCatholic News AgencyDuring the upcoming Holy Week, pilgrims from multiple areas in England will walk 120 miles around the country carrying a life-sized wooden cross. ...
Millions join India's Hindu pilgrimage to the GangesCNN InternationalBy Alex Zolbert, CNN Haridwar, India (CNN) -- The Kumbh Mela is a mass Hindu pilgrimage that is often referred to as the largest religious gathering on the ...
On 25th World Youth Day, Pope Benedict renews call for youth evangelizationCatholic News AgencyThe Holy Father welcomed the 25th World Youth Day in his remarks before the Angelus in a St. Peter's Square full of flags and banners from all over the ...
Teens celebrate Palm Sunday, World Youth Day and their faith
PennLive.com
About 800 youth from throughout the Catholic Diocese of Harrisburg celebrated Palm Sunday and World Youth Day by marching from the state Capitol steps to ...
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- Kevin J. Wright is one of the world's most recognized religious travel and hospitality authorities. He founded and served as President of the World Religious Travel Association, the leading organization dedicated to the 300 million traveler faith tourism industry. He also served as Chairman of the World Religious Travel Expo, drawing more than 30 countries from around the world. Wright has been interviewed by the CBS Early Show, TIME Magazine, USA TODAY, Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, National Public Radio (NPR), National Geographic, Forbes Traveler, Los Angeles Times, Boston Globe, and dozens of other media outlets. He is the author of four travel guidebooks.
Faith-based Tourism
300 million travelers worldwide
