Pope Francis’ visit to the city is expected to draw well over one million people and generate $500 million in restaurant, hotel and tourism revenue. And that’s just the beginning.
When Pope Francis visits Philadelphia later this month, it won’t just be a big event for the region’s Catholics. It’s going to be huge for Philadelphia and maybe even a landmark event for faith-based tourism. On Tuesday, tickets for the Pope’s Independence Hall event were claimed in two minutes…
Reposted: Fortune.com, Christopher Elliott, September 9, 2016