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THE EFFECT OF CRIMINAL ACTIVITY ON TOURISM

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Sopiko Tevdoradze

PhD in Business Administration, Professor at Georgian International University GIU

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Zurab Mushkudiani

PhD in Business Administration, Professor at Georgian International University GIU, Professor at Monmouth University (USA)

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Nugzar Tevdoradze

PhD in Law, Associate professor at Georgian International University GIU, Associate professor at Samtskhe- Javakheti state University

Abstract

The global economy of the 21st century has witnessed a significant rise in tourism, emerging as a key driver of economic growth and development. However, alongside its growth, the tourism industry faces numerous challenges, with crime emerging as a prominent concern. Crime can have detrimental effects on tourist destinations and the experiences of individual travelers, impacting the industry's overall sustainability and growth. This review article aims to examine the multifaceted impact of crime on tourism, focusing on both macro and micro levels. By analyzing existing literature and case studies, this review seeks to provide insights into the dynamics of crime in the tourism industry and offer recommendations for mitigating its adverse effects.

Keywords: Tourism, criminal activity in tourism

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The New Economist N 1 (2024), Vol. 19, Issue 1

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Published Date:

04/04/2024