The tourist authorities at the mountain base here expect a 20 percent increase in visitors next year, to about 8,500.

The term green season is also sometimes used as a euphemism by tourist authorities.

My local host, the tourist authority, had promised the food would be superb.

Besides the tourist authorities, there are a few Web sites that keep track of cultural events around the world.

Monday night, he was the guest speaker at a reception for the country's tourist authority.

The tourist authority's competition is in its ninth year.

If you intend visiting remote areas, check with local tourist authorities for advice before setting out.

For more information call the British Tourist Authority at 212-581-4700.

It operates domestic passenger charters for the national tourist authority.

Advertising posters from liquor distributors and local tourist authorities seem popular.