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Well-known and well-visited cities are receiving the most benefits from the increase in international tourism, especially as travelers lengthen their stay but keep to one destination.
Although New York City and Miami have long been among international visitors' top urban destinations when coming to the U.S., an unexpected city recently made it onto the map.
Houston saw a surprising 22 percent increase in international visitors in 2013, according to data released this week by the U.S. National Travel & Tourism Office. Orlando, notable for different reasons, saw a 17 percent increase.
The sharp rise in Houston tourism is being fueled by leisure and business travelers.
Houston’s growing energy and medical sectors are attracting executives
