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9. One of a Kind, Specialty Travel Experiences Niche travel will continue to grow throughout 2011. From culinary tours to yoga retreats, travelers are looking for specialized itineraries catering to very specific interests. We have recognized this upcoming trend and offers experiences like the Antiquarian Book Fair: India itinerary which takes bibliophiles to the famous book fairs held in Calcutta and Delhi and offers a glimpse into the multilingual publishing industry and what's new and old in book publishing from around the world.
10. Top Destination Picks for 2011 "Travelers are always discount hotel in chicago looking for the next hot spot, and these are some of the countries where there's been pent up demand." Based on what Cox Kings clients are asking for, Stanley predicts Libya, Zimbabwe, Lebanon, Colombia and Jordan as the emerging destinations for 2011.
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