Sentences with phrase «draw for tourists»

The move is aimed at preserving the country's biodiversity, a major draw for tourists — tourism is 5 % of Costa Rica's GDP.

This very unique and energetic ceremony is a great draw for tourists and locals alike, and the lowering of the flags is often met with impassioned applause and cheering from both sides.

Over the years this quaint town has developed into a livelier town and become more of a draw for tourists...

New Zealand is on many travelers» destination wishlists, and Auckland, its third largest city is an attractive draw for tourists.

This is when many Peruvians do their shopping for fruit, veggies, and meat, but it is also a huge draw for tourists.

This Lowcountry capital has always been a draw for tourists in search of Southern hospitality.

Spread across 14 islands and connected by 57 bridges, the Swedish Capital will be a particular draw for tourists looking to experience its dynamic culture and all that its Baltic sea setting has to offer.

The raw power of nature has become a fascinating draw for tourists to Ucluelet and has created a new winter activity in the area — storm watching.

As you can see in the above video, as soon as you step off the ferry, you are greeted by the island's many furry inhabitants who make this island a popular draw for tourists.

The pedestrian - friendly area is a major draw for tourists and is home to 2,500 workers, making it the ideal location for another Tamura's Fine Wine & Liquors store.

Despite some changes, the country has preserved much of its traditional Buddhist culture, a big draw for the tourists who come from around the world to explore its majestic mountains and centuries - old monasteries.

Scientists have found the two substances can be toxic to coral, which are a vital part of the ocean ecosystem and a popular draw for tourists.

Not exact matches

While its nearby neighbor David Chang's Michelin - rated Má Pêche draws in foodies, Tina's beckons a crowd with smaller culinary ambitions: morning commuters seeking a quick coffee, limo drivers breaking for a quick Cuban sandwich, tourists escaping the Midtown scrum.

Plus, L.A. was already a major tourist hub — unlike other recent hosts whose isolation has proven problematic for drawing crowds and maintaining them once the Games are over.

As for any «legacy benefits» from the Games, Baade says they are often difficult for emerging economies to capture because those countries are often remote and therefore less likely to draw repeat tourists.

For example, Schaumburg has Woodfield Shopping Center, the top tourist attraction in the state, drawing 27 million visits per year, officials said.

Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz is pushing for a luxe new hotel atop one of Yankee Stadium's new cash - strapped parking garages that would help the developers repay investors and draw additional tourists to the area, according to the Daily News.

The Onondaga County Industrial Development Agency told the company it would have to put up $ 100,000 for a feasibility study to determine whether the tax exemption would be justified and whether the hotel would draw more tourists to Syracuse or simply pull business from existing hotels.

The hope for Governor Andrew Cuomo is to draw tourists further upstate, rather than New York City.

Syracuse, N.Y. — A proposed 252 - room hotel at Destiny USA hotel could be good for the county if it draws more tourists to the area and does not compete with existing hotels or the county's downtown convention center, Onondaga County Executive Joanie Mahoney said Thursday.

It could have a demonstration kitchen and could be a huge bonanza for the neighborhood and also an important tourist draw.»

Ericson, who also serves as Orange County deputy health commissioner, says funding for Belleayre will help draw tourists from the New York City metropolitan region and support local communities.

But the Web site for the group says its organizers include a union leader and activists fighting the city's horse - drawn carriages enjoyed by tourists.

Rotorua draws tourists to its famous hot springs, but for visitors who prefer science to spas, the nearby volcanic rift valley Waimangu (www.waimangu.co.nz) is a must.

Havana's La Bodeguita del Medio, long thought to be Ernest Hemingway's watering hole of choice, has been harboring a deep, tourist - drawing secret for years.

The Gardens are a huge draw for out - of - towners, kids and tourists — and it's no wonder, given the natural and horticultural beauty that surrounds you.

Drawing from the rich Southern history and tradition, Wren's Nest invites residents and tourists from all over to catch a fable or two, belied by mysterious and eclectic storytellers, modern day troubadours, who combine the art of the spoken word with lyric for an experience that's hard to encapsulate in words.

Restaurants and taco stands, pharmacies, bars and dance clubs are part of the draw for the city's tourists.

Tourists are most often drawn to Kailua - Kona for its dry weather, west - facing beaches and resorts, and relatively easy access to everything the Big Island has to offer.

In the summer, this small town five hours north of Detroit is a haven for tourists and summer residents who are drawn to the state's wine country.

The tourist trade presents a number of opportunities for job seekers, but mining and manufacturing are also major draws.

«The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is threatening to pull the plug on the beach - sand replenishment program for 2008 if the city will not agree to end its groundbreaking and progressive Trap - Neuter - Return program,» said Robinson, Â «Such a move would be devastating for the Cape May community, which relies on its beaches to draw tourists each year.

Ucluelet draws international tourist for a myriad of reasons.

As the summer tourist season draws to a close in New York, so too winds down the high period for one of the more peculiar attractions the city has to offer: Sunday church services in Harlem, which bring in thousands of foreign travelers each week.While the practice has been the topic of debate for years, I discovered it only last spring, when two friends were visiting from France.

Indonesian officials have drawn up plans to divert flights to 10 airports across the country and extend tourist visas for stranded travellers should Bali's Mount Agung — which has been rumbling perilously for days — erupt.

One of the major draws of Borneo for tourists of all types — and their travel buddies — is the large amount of flora that gives the island life.

Anjuna, Baga, and Calungute draw the largest number of tourists, though beaches in Southern Goa, like those in Varca, are becoming increasingly known for hosting world class resorts.

Even though this particular destination has a curved style bay like beach, it still draws lots of tourists who love to stay here just for the surf conditions.

Named for the stellar Caribbean surf that unfolds just across the road, Tasty Waves Cantina does much to revive the classic surfer vibe that first drew tourists to the area; whatever the weather, from the torrential rains that bring mud slides to the places perched along the coast, like Tasty Waves is, to the punishing yet rewarding rights and lefts that make Cocles the most coveted spot along the Caribbean to surf, this laid - back bar restaurant and beachfront lounge spot has a pool table, and everybody is happy to be here, sharing this little slice of la pura vida over tacos and tequila shots.

The island in general has a lively nightlife and is sometimes referred to as the «Ibiza of Greece» as a result of its summer club scene which is a major draw for thousands of tourists each year.

The biggest of all of Thailand's many islands, Phuket has been drawing all kinds of tourists from all over the world for many years.

The kids try to draw the tourist's attention with their colourful costumes in order to earn some soles in exchange for having a picture taken with them, while their parents sell handicrafts or clothing.

Tourists are drawn to the region for a well rounded experience, everything from shopping to surfing as well as its mild climate.

Thiruvananthapuram, the state capital, is the hot spot and hub for starting your ideal honeymoon trip to Kerala; while Kochi or Cochin draws attention of tourists from across the world for Chinese Fishing Net, museums, palaces and churches.

Not only is the Festival Fringe a big draw for thousands of people, it also falls right in the midst of the peak tourist season in Europe.

The lush Huahine is revered for its lack of development and tourists compared with its more popular neighbor Bora - Bora, an atoll that continues to draw celebrities to its luxurious resorts with overwater bungalows.

The incredible beauty of the landscape through which it passes is a huge tourist draw, ensuring its survival for well over a century.

This wonders of the city draw a horde of tourists which will not come only once but for a couple more times.

Guatemala's Lake Atitlan has been drawing gringo tourists and expatriates for decades.

U Provaznice: This is a fantastic pub with great décor, reasonably priced and draws in a nice mix of locals and tourists for an enjoyable beer discovery evening.