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The Economic Benefits of Hosting an AKC Dog Show

American Kennel Club (AKC) dog shows provide significant positive economic benefits to the host community. Among the data compiled here: Exhibitors at AKC dog shows spend an average of $512 per show...

University of Wisconsin-La Crosse

Tournament Angling in Wisconsin: The Economic Impact of Bass, Salmon and Walleye Fishing Tournaments on Host Communities

This study investigated the economic impacts of tournament angling, specifically bass, salmon and walleye fishing tournaments on host communities in the state of Wisconsin. Fifteen salmon, bass, and...

University of Tennessee-Center for Industrial Service | Institute for Public Service

The Importance of Partnerships: Creating an Economic Impact with Fishing Tournaments

In a small rural area, finding ways to create an economic impact can be difficult. Because the viability of manufacturing can fluctuate, the ideal solution is to diversify the economic development...

Council on Foreign Relations

The Economics of Hosting the Olympic Games

The costs of hosting the Olympics have skyrocketed, while the economic benefits are far from clear. This has led to fewer states interested in playing host and a search for options to lighten the...

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Research Report: Travel Disruptions in 2024

A study shows seven in 10 Americans have had their travel plans go wrong within the past year, and four in 10 said their travel woes, including unexpected events and accidents, completely derailed...

Aspen Institute

State of Play 2024

Since the COVID pandemic hit in 2020, the state of play has constantly shifted. Without real-time data on participation and other topics, it’s been a challenge to definitively say how the historic...

Marathons are sport tourism events taking place in many cities around the globe.

The Economic Effects of a Marathon as a Sport Tourism Event

Marathons are sport tourism events taking place in many cities around the globe. Economic impacts studies have shown that there exist positive economic effects for the host city but the economics...

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The Economic Impact of Local Parks

Thanks to the efforts of park and recreation professionals through the United States, local park and recreation agencies generated more than $201 billion in economic activity and supported more than...

ResearchGate

The Economics of Technology in Travel, Tourism and Hospitality

Travel, tourism, and hospitality (TTH) are intrinsically connected to technology. Tourists book their flights and accommodation through technology, reach their destination with the help of technology,...

Circle Analytics

Jackson Generals 2020 Economic Impact Report

The following impact analysis considers the economic benefits related to the Jackson Generals baseball club, located in Jackson, Tennessee. The study measures the club’s annual operations, its past,...