Tourism spending is still growing. Kesrouan becoming a main shopping hub

The tourism expenditure in the first half of 2015 grew by seven percent, compared to the same period last year, according to Global Blue's report, issued last Saturday.

The "Insights into Tourist Spending" report stated that Saudis are behind 29 percent of tourist spending. They are followed by Emiratis, who represent 16 percent, and Kuwaitis who stand for 14 percent.

While Beirut is still the main shopping destination, representing 83 percent of spending distribution, Jbeil and Jo...

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