American top hot spots for the summer in Europe

When it comes to coursing abroad for summer holidays, London, Rome, Paris, Cancun left Americans better four options for the eighth consecutive year, according to 2011 Hot Spots for Summer research. Survey, which asked for ASTA travel agents that appointments were hot for this summer season, showed that the Western European destinations are the most popular general from six cities in the top 10.

Rounding out the Top 10 of hot spots were in Punta Cana, Dublin, Barcelona, ??Venice, Sydney and Istanbul. This year was the first time, Sydney, Istanbul and joined the top 10. Last year, Istanbul was ASTA's International Destination Expo, which took more than 1200 professionals to travel together to learn about the civilization, sightseeing and business trips to Turkey and neighboring countries.

"Americans are pouring a trip to such proven and reliable favorites like Mexico and Europe, with the opportunity to learn about new cultures and regions of the world. Istanbul and Sydney both new entrants to the list and hold a great attraction for American travelers, "the statement said Chris Russo, ASTA president and chairman.

In response to a request to say which countries or regions are the most popular among Americans traveling abroad, Italy ranks first, with the United Kingdom remained in second place again. Mexico ranked third, followed by France and the Caribbean, in the fourth and fifth place respectively. The same five countries / regions were among the top five for over five years.

Research data were collected for 2011 ASTA Research Family. This Hot Spots for Summer Research Trust 95-percent rate with an error rate of + / -4.3 percent.