Topic 3: The boom of overseas traveling industry

　　From the bar chart given above, we can observe that the number of people travelingabroad experienced some changes during the past several years. From 1999 to 2000, thenumber of Chinese people traveling abroad increased rapidly from 7.5 million to 10 million, andthen to 12.1 million in 2001.

　　The bar chart reveals that people in mounting numbers are going to travel abroad. Whatexactly contribute to this phenomenon? Reasons can be listed as follows: for one thing, theauthorities have issued some preferential policies to promote the development of the overseastourism industry, which encourages a sudden emergence of travel agencies that can providecustomers with convenient overseas tourism services. Additionally, with the improvement offinancial status and purchasing power, a considerable number of Chinese people can affordthe once-deemed-expensive traveling expenses. Last but not least, as there exists hugedifference in cultures, customs and landscapes between China and overseas countries, quite afew people hold that overseas traveling is not only a perfect way to relax oneself, but alsoenrich their knowledge and expand their horizons.

　　By observing the past trends, we may forecast that the growth tendency will continue.However，it is also a highly variable industry which is vulnerable to seasons and climates，international political situation，fluctuations in exchange.