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Do you want more tourists in your city?

All of us like to travel. Do you like, if tourists come to your city?
Most countries tend to attract more tourists. Tourism is an important sector of the economy (for some countries the most significant sector of the economy). Tourists help create jobs and bring money to the budget of the countries and cities. Many people are employed, serving tourists. But a large number of tourists change way of life of local residents. And what is your personal opinion? Do you want to your city comes more tourists?

In the south-east of Finland is situated region “South Karelia” (cities Lappeenranta and Imatra). At a distance of about 200 kilometers, on the territory of Russia, is located St. Peterburg city. Population of Saint Petersburg is approximately equal to the entire population of Finland (about 5 million people).

In recent years the number of tourists coming to Finland from Russia, is growing. Most tourists come to the region of South Karelia (cities Lappeenranta, Imatra). The people of this region have experienced the effect of mass tourism on the regional economy and on the lives of local residents. Russian tourists bring to the economy a significant amount of money. But the majority of local residents are unhappy of arrival so many travelers. According to surveys people of this region are against the introduction of a visa-free regime between Russia and the EU. They do not want "more tourists."

Residents of south-eastern Finland want to preserve their way of life. According to them, there are too many tourists. They (Russian tourists) often do not behave like the locals. There are differences in the habits and customs. Drivers from Russia sometimes have different behavior on the roads.

Many Finns also cannot forget the damage the Soviet Union to Finland during World War II. Many families are then suffered from war.

And how do you feel about coming to your country (your city) tourists? Do you want there were more tourists in your city? Leave your comments at the bottom of the page.

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