Mark introduces and contributes to a CNN segment hosted by Stephanie Elam. The segment addresses the effect of the recent Japanese earthquake and tsunami on the tourism industry, both locally and worldwide, and the odds of a speedy recovery. The fear regarding travel to and from Japan is already beginning to subside. Still, it is the responsibility of travel agents, Mark says, to help revive interest in pacific tourism as Japan continues to recover.

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