The 20 most visited countries in the World

Are always attractive and representative statistics because they give us a look at reality and allow us to draw conclusions. In this case, it is the most visited tourists during the past year over 2008. Despite some changes in the economy of different countries, the list keeps similarities when compared with that published by newspapers and travel agents last year. France tops the list as it receives large influx of tourism during the four seasons. Then we find Italy, Dominican Republic, Spain, USA and UK.

Not so far is Mexico, that according to the figures, has grown considerably as far as sightseeing is concerned. We are Russia, Germany and Colombia. Appear after China, Holland, Morocco, Switzerland, Brazil and India. Ultimately, and with a number of tourists that promises to arise El Salvador, Canada, Ecuador and Belgium. According to news sources, only 0.1 percent of European tourists (those who represent nearly fifty percent of the total) come to visit in Africa. Aside from economic difficulties, led the list of tourist attractions the most expensive countries. It is understandable since they are more likely to provide fun and entertainment and opportunities to meet people from different cultures and nationalities because they are countries with large cosmopolitan cities. In the ranking of most expensive cities in the world are located Moscow. This is followed by London, Seoul, Tokyo, Hong Kong and, finally Conpenhague.

This election was conducted among 143 cities worldwide. Thus, the top ten cities are in Europe and Asia. If we travel to Latin America, according to this study, the most expensive cities are Rio de Janeiro. Moreover, cities sometimes not entered in the list of the most expensive, now strike us as such cities in Eastern Europe and India.

Spain also have a place in this ranking with Madrid (since 26) and Barcelona (ranked 31). If we think of shopping, Oslo is outlined as the most expensive, even before New York. The list is completed by Copenhagen, London and Dublin. The case of Dublin is striking in the short span of three years has gone from the thirteenth to be placed fourth in the ranking.