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tourism. The private automobile dominates for shorter

trips and is the most popular means of travel for most

domestic journeys. The automobile is also very
important in regional and international tourism. Rail

travel now plays a more limited role than it did in the

past. However, this mode could increase its market
share, especially in Europe and Asia. The development

of high - speed trains will increase rail traffic.

Motorcoach transportation reaches many communities

that are not served by any other public mode; but
quantitatively, motorcoaches account for a very small

percentage of vehicle miles. Cruises are becoming

more popular and are the fastest – growing segment of
tourism. However, this segment is still small

quantitatively.

An increase in traffic due to world tourism growth puts

pressure on transportation facilities, and this can have
adverse effects. Situations in the world vary widely

within regions, countries, states, and provinces. Also,

variations exist between such areas. Even so, the
problems seem to be the same all over the world.

Those needing the urgent attention of policy makers

are as follows:
1. Congestion. Serious congestion affects most

passenger transportation modes, particularly on roads

and at airports during peak periods. In major cities,

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