REASONS TO CHOOSE GEORGIA:• Tourism is Developing Rapidly
• Opportunity for Robust Growth
• International Standards of Hospitality
• Increasing Tourist Arrivals in Georgia
Georgia s Tourism sector is a robust and rapidly growing industry. In 2010, more than 2 million people visited Georgia, representing an increase of 36% compared to 2009. 63.3% of these visitors live in CIS countries. Despite the slowdown caused by the global financial crisis, in 2009
compared to 2008, the number of Hotels and Guesthouses increased from 353
to 386.
INTERNATIONAL INVESTMENTInvestment in the Tourism industry has grown substantially since 2004. These investments include airport renovations, resort construction and major hotel projects. Marriott, Sheraton, Radisson Blue and Holiday Inn are already operating in this sector, while Intercontinental, Kempinski and Hilton are in the process of constructing their facilities.
INVESTABLE AREASGeorgia s natural beauty, seashore and mountains are a constant attraction for tourists. With the increasing growth of tourism in Georgia, many investment opportunities have been created:
• Health Spas & Sanatoria
• Traditional Spas & Sea Resorts
• Mountain Winter Resorts
• Wine & Vineyard Tours
• Hotel Development
• Restaurants, Cafes & Clubs
• Cultural Tourism
• Eco-Tourism
• Adventure Tourism
• Historical Tours
CURRENT INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES IN TOURISM:
