Europeans don't want them, these countries are welcoming tourists: Where is Turkey?

While protests against mass tourism have frequently made headlines recently, the UK's public broadcaster, the BBC, has listed 4 countries that are welcoming to tourists.

In an article written by Laura Hall, attention is drawn to the protests held against tourists in Spain and the measures taken against tourist density in Japan, while it is stated that some countries need tourism to stimulate their economies and increase job opportunities.

Greenland

Hall states that Greenland is preparing to welcome more tourists with a new airport to be completed this year in Nuuk, the capital of Greenland.

Reporting that construction is also underway for a new airport in Ilulissat in the north, a popular destination for tourists, which is expected to be completed in 2026, Hall points out that there are two types of tourism in the country.

One of these is adventure tourism, where activities such as rock climbing and whale watching are organized. The other consists of accommodation and excursions focused on viewing the Northern Lights and the stars in the night sky.

It is stated that tourism in the country is seen as an opportunity to both cover the costs of the airports and provide employment and stability for the future.

Morocco

The article highlights that Morocco will co-host the 2030 World Cup matches with Spain and Portugal, noting that the North African country views this as a major opportunity to boost tourism.

Barbara Podbial, who works at the travel agency Flee Winter in the country, where construction on many hotels and infrastructure projects has begun, says that tourism has had a positive impact on Morocco and Marrakech:

"You can tell by the cleanliness of the streets; it is very safe, and people no longer pressure you to buy things like they used to. However, the city is becoming crowded due to the large number of budget flight options bringing tourists into the country."

Serbia

Hall writes that Serbia's tourism strategy has changed compared to the past.

Previously, the focus was mostly on urban tourism, as in the capital, Belgrade. However, it is noted that once it was realized that tourism could revitalize the rural economy, tourists began to be drawn to these regions through spa and wellness facilities.

George Colvin-Slee from the British travel agency Cox & Kings says the following:

"In Serbia, people perceive the term 'tourist' as something positive. For many people, it is an undiscovered place; we send more people to Albania and Bosnia, but there are also truly impressive places in Serbia."

Georgia

The article, which points out that Georgia is developing new policies to increase its tourism revenues, states that "services are provided to everyone, from visitors with disabilities to independent travelers and tourists arriving by cruise ship."

It is noted that the country on the Black Sea coast shares borders with Turkey, Russia, and Azerbaijan, and that the Tbilisi administration is focusing on tourism in its 10-year development plan.

The plan includes goals such as facilitating access to different regions of the country, improving public transportation, and increasing the number of ports suitable for cruise ships.