Tourism Industry in Lapland

Tourism has been one of the driving factors in the development of Lapland since the 1980s. The industry is powered by large investments, environmental development, and an increasing growth in the number of tourists visiting the area. Due to the growth of tourism in the region, a large number of employment opportunities have been created. Tourism also plays a role in keeping the otherwise isolated area populated by people due to the economic growth and entrepreneurship that it encourages from residents. Furthermore, tourism is responsible for the establishment of other services and businesses in the area such as retail shops and restaurants. It also improves the quality of life enjoyed by the region's permanent residents. Aside from the direct positive effects visible in the income and employment of the people in Lapland, tourism also contributes to the development of the local municipalities through the tax revenues received from the businesses involved in the industry.

Two industries closely related to tourism are the accommodation and nutrition sectors, and both have benefited greatly from the influx of guests in the area. The varied number of retail shops also generates good earnings from tourism. Others that have also enjoyed the improvements brought on by increased tourism are the tourist agencies, passenger traffic services, and service station businesses.

With all the many developments brought on by the tourism industry in Lapland, it is no wonder that the region continues to improve its services and facilities that cater to visitors. Lapland's tourism industry has certainly revived the economic fortunes of the area and it looks poised to continue doing so for more years to come.

• The majority of cruise trips are now very affordable