The transformation of Georgia’s tourism sector: Economic impact and strategic challenge
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transformation, Georgia’s tourism, strategic challengeAbstract
This article examines the evolution of Georgia as a leading tourism destination in the Caucasus region. It analyzes the transition from a post-Soviet recreational model to a diversified international hub, highlighting the economic contributions, the role of state policy, and the emerging challenges of sustainability and over-tourism.
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