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Where Americans traveled in 2012: Mostly usual suspects

Samantha Shankman

Photo Credit: A family checks into their hotel on vacation.  Flickr / Holiday Extras

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This is a rather predictable set of numbers with the exception of the Middle East’s increase in market share, which could be attributed to business trips or the emergence of safe spots like Dubai as global destinations.

Americans are so predictable in their travel choices: An all-inclusive resort in Mexico, a business trip to Canada, or the usual sightseeing routes in Europe. A total 60.7 million U.S. citizens left the country in 2012, the first annual increase since 2007, reports the Office of Travel and Tourism Industries. The most popular travel destinations among U.S. citizens are overwhelming located in North America with Canada a

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