Tourists have fallen in love with Georgia (stock image) (Image: Getty)
For quite some time it’s been reported that has been struggling with the falling levels of .
As well as people complaining about the price hikes, just this week it was reported that one of its eastern European neighbours is by attracting more people to the destination. As Turkey tries to find ways to boost the economy, , which also borders and Azerbaijan, is adopting similar schemes to try and thrive as a tourist hotspot too.
Georgia plans to attract more people to the country by improving public transport infrastructure, cruise ports and international signage. It comes as Turkey, previously thought of as a popular budget destination, has seen a decline due to rising costs.
Recently, tourists admitted on that they think Georgia is an amazing place to visit, with some even dubbing it “the best” holiday destination. A traveller opened up about their personal experience after a recent holiday.
Based on their experience, they wrote: “For all tourists visiting Tbilisi, Georgia. Just returned from a family trip to Tbilisi and saw multiple threads asking the same questions about protests, safety, travel, etc. Here’s everything you need to know based on my experience.
“Is it safe? YES! Initially, we stayed in Saburtalo, away from the protests, but later moved directly to Liberty Square. Even that was completely safe. We actually walked through the protests at night just to experience them – it felt more like a festive Christmas gathering than anything else.”
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The social media user added: “Georgia is an amazing country! Pro tip for locals: Please try to be a little nicer to tourists – it would make the experience even better.”
Since the post was shared, dozens of people have confessed their love for Georgia. Based on the comments, it’s clear it’s become quite a popular holiday hotspot.
One person said: “I’m in Gudauri right now and Tbilisi was just amazing. Travelled here from the States, and fell in love. Beautiful country and so much safer then most cities in America from what I can tell. Truly amazing place. I’ll be sad to leave.”
Another replied: “I’m at the airport right now. I don’t want to leave! I’m booking another trip to Georgia in the summer because this country is the best.”
A third also commented: “Spent 17 days in Georgia last month and been to most of these places. Best holiday in a long time.”
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When it comes to the situation in Turkey, Sarah Donaldson, senior travel claims analyst at Fast Cover Travel Insurance told that “hyperinflation” is the main reason for the decline in tourist trade. She claimed “even foreigners find it hard to justify the cost of accommodation and dining”.
Turkey’s level of inflation peaked at 75% in May 2024, but dropped to 44% by December. It’s hoped the dip in visitors last summer will only be a short-term trend.
Last year people admitted they would not head back to Turkey due to the rising costs, and now the attention on Georgia may put its future as a “budget friendly” destination in an even trickier position.
In Georgia, the tourism industry has been growing rapidly in the last 25 years or so. This has included the completion of modern disability-friendly bus systems, a massive five-terminal shipping port in the city of Batumi, as well as inclusive access to major museums, green spaces and train stations.
Tour guide Tariel Tabashidze, who lives in the capital of Tbilisi, claims growth came to a halt for some time due to the country’s political turmoil and its embroilment by proximity in the Russian-Ukrainian conflict. However, tourism is predicted to reach new heights if and when peace is achieved.