Washington, Sept 04: The United States Tour Operators Association (USTOA) has named this year`s top destinations and trends for packaged travel. Italy ranks number one as this year`s most popular international destination for tours and packages, with Las Vegas the top domestic destination, according to an informal 2003 survey of the organization`s member companies Italy regained the top spot after placing second to Great Britain in 2002. Previously the country had ranked Number 1 for six consecutive years. Mexico ranked second as most popular international destination this year, with Japan, Canada and Australia/New Zealand tied for third place.
Reinforcing Mexico`s position as a leading international destination for tours and vacation packages for American travelers was Cancun, which placed first as the single top international area or city. In Europe, Italy ranked first as most popular European destination, with Spain second and France third.
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