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• Travel and Tourism
• Business and Economy
• 10 / 14 / 2007

The Observatorio Turístico (Tourist Observatory) will be the consulting body in Cuba's tourist industry.

The agency will monitor tourist activities and tendencies and will propose measures to improve competitiveness and efficiency.

The new institution will also coordinate studies and working programs to implement actions and strategies, and learn about and follow up on the evolution of tourist markets.

The Observatorio Turístico will also monitor tourist flows, consumption and Cuba's position as a tourist destination.

The agency will also issue summaries on tourism and will contribute to training experts attending international events.

In order to carry out its functions, the Observatorio Turístico will be assisted by state agencies, research centers and universities.

Source: DTCuba