Guest Post by Bradistan Calling
The government has decided to celebrate the year 2007 as ‘Visit Pakistan Year‘.
Tourism is one of the biggest industries in the world. It can bring employment, opportunities and recognition. Pakistan is one of the best kept secrets of the tourism industry. Posts on ATP – on our various hidden tourist gems, our history, our culture and heritage, etc. – are examples of all that Pakistan has to offer. Everyone has their own ideas on Pakistan and pakistaniat; but ATP has demonostrated our ‘unity in diversity.’
ATP is the right forum for discussing how we can make “Visit Pakistan 2007” a success.
What avenues can be explored for participation and promotion of Pakistan. How can we 
attract tourists to Pakistan in 2007 and beyond? What can institutions like the national flag carrier (PIA) do to become a calling card for Pakistani tourism and hospitality? What role can the media play in this? And what can Pakistanis abroad do?
If those Pakistanis who live abroad decide to take ‘Visit Pakistan 2007’ seriously, others will surely follow.
Bradistan Calling is a proud Pakistani in Bradford, West yorkshire (Little Pakistan).
Brother
For many years, I have been planning a trip to Islamabad where I have friends – through the family I know – and then to Beijing to see friends.
Thanks for your helpful observations and weblinks . As you say, one needs to relate to ones audience, knowing where they’re at.
Peace and love to all Pakistanis.
Gerry
http://www.guardian.co.uk/world/gallery/2009/jul/1 0/pakistan?picture=350121103
Polo and Taliban. Guardian Feature on Tourism in Pakistan
http://www.guardian.co.uk/world/2009/jul/10/pakist an-polo-hindu-kush
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http://www.guardian.co.uk/science/2009/mar/31/ahma d-hasan-dani