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The Travel & Tourism Game

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Travel Association, 2.9 percent of the nation’s gross domestic product (GDP) in 2018 can be attributed to travel and tourism. Total domestic and international inbound traveler spending in the U.S. million directly in the travel industry and 6.8 Domestic travel spending directly supported 7.7 By the BF Staff.

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World's Largest Ongoing Construction Projects

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With 278 square kilometers, the $64 billion Dubailand will have six sections: amusement parks, sports settings, eco-the travel industry, wellbeing offices, science attractions, and inns. The whole project is scheduled to be done in 2024. Dubailand, Dubai Walt Disney World can fit multiple times inside this complex.

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LOCATION FOCUS: United It Stands

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Coverage of its 4,974 square miles is aided by I-90, I-86 and Route 219; Buffalo-Niagara International Airport; the Port of Buffalo; and four class I railroads (CSX, Norfolk Southern, Canadian National and Canadian Pacific). Whether traveling by car, train, bus, boat or plane, New York can get you there. Its nine counties (e.g.,

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LOCATION FOCUS: Indiana — More And More Roads Are Leading To “The Crossroads Of America”

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This development is fantastic news for West Coast travelers coming to Indiana, as well as nonstop connectivity for Hoosiers to L.A. Under construction in Lawrenceburg, Indiana is a $50 Million event center that is expected to compete directly with larger metro areas for convention business. and San Francisco.

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STATE FOCUS: Lassoing Jobs In Texas

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Marble Falls has garnered acclaim for its special events and vibrant arts scene, and is consistently rated as one of the top retirement destinations in the country. While many people travel to Marble Falls to take courses, workforce development is clearly a benefit. TOMBALL IS TRUE TO ITS ROOTS.

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State by State Incentives Guide

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Funds may be provided for the construction and/or improvement of water lines & wastewater facilities, sewer lines, sewage treatment facilities, roadways, natural gas-line services, electric power services, railroad spurs, lighting, sidewalks and alternative power sources such as solar. Railroad Spurs. Natural Gas-Line Services.

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STATE INCENTIVES GUIDE

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Uses: equipment costs, building and facilities, rent and utilities, travel, contractual services, salaries, and benefits, other operating and non-operating costs. Loans cannot be used to refinance/consolidate existing debt, travel/ training nor for purchase of real estate. CONNECTICUT. EMPLOYEE TRAINING PROGRAMS.

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