Finding Joy In Daily Holidays-May 7 Is National Tourism Day—Where Will Your Next Adventure Take You?

  Let's Celebrate National Tourism Day!

Celebrated Every May 7th.

May 7th is National Tourism Day—a perfect chance to celebrate the joy of discovery. Whether you plan your next trip, explore nearby sights, or dream about far-off places, today’s a great day to embrace the adventure. National Tourism Day was created in 1980 to celebrate the effects of tourism. Tourism is beneficial to the economy and to the tourists.

A Few Tourism Facts...

• Thomas Cook is credited with the birth of tourism, having written the first travel pamphlets in 1768.
• In 1841, Thomas Cook organized his first excursion.
• The most visited countries are France, Spain, and the United States.
• Indonesia has over 17.5 thousand islands.
• Libya has the highest percentage of deserts, about 99%.
• 60% of Americans post photos on social media while on vacation.

A Few Ways to Celebrate National Tourism Day...

1- Explore a new city.

2- Attend a travel expo.

3- Plan a trip.

4- Take a day trip.

5- Visit a tourist attraction.

6- Read about a location you would love to visit.

How will I celebrate National Tourism Day? I will plan a trip for later this year and, in the meantime, take a day trip.

Happy National Tourism Day!

KathieyV