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The statistic shows the direct and total economic impact of travel & tourism on the global economy from 2006 to 2012. In 2009, the direct impact of travel & tourism was 1,886 billion U.S. dollars.
The direct travel & tourism contribution includes the commodities accommodation, transportation, entertainment and attractions of these industries: Accommodation services, food & beverage services, retail trade, transportation services and cultural, sports & recreational services. The figures for total impact also include indirect and induced contributions.