While some travelers cancelled vacations to tsunami-stricken countries, others say that tourism is important for rebuilding the area’s economy. What do you think?
“How can Thailand expect people like me to visit? What am I—made of
Carla Sparks • Chef
“I’ll bet the tourism drop-off would be reversed if the Western media would shift its focus to more positive coverage of tsunamis.”
Gordan Rami • Repairman
“Well, I was going to visit the Greek ruins, but I might as well go where the ruins are still fresh.”
Brenda Ellis-Lee • Salesperson
“I’ll still take my annual vacation in Sri Lanka, but I’m going to be nice to everyone for a change.”
Joe Callister • Cashier
“Whoa. Talk about the very definition of guilt trip.”
Tyler Wilson • Systems Analyst
“It’s time for the healing process to begin. Resident of Sumatra, another Mai Tai, please.”
Toby Leiffert • Teacher
