Band 6+: The table compares the international tourist arrivals in millions in 9 countries in 2009 and 2010 and the changes (in percentages). Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

The table juxtaposes the international influx in millions in various countries from 2009 to 2010 and the modifications in percentages.

Overall, it is evident that the country that had vast majority was France, but it stayed relatively stable. In comparison, although Germany has undergone major transformations, it was less than France.

In term of growth, having grown by 109%, Germany’s figure amounted to 23 million in 2010. Not only did Germany increase, but also China rose by 55%, stood at 34 million of tourists. Even though the less increased country was Turkey with 33% boosting, it reached 34 millions.

With regard to Hong Kong, among to other countries, it had opposite change. In 2010, the tourists of Hong Kong, decreased dramatically from 10 millions to 9 millions. Additionally, its recorded a negative rate of -11% in 2010.