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International travel is becoming cheaper and more countries are opening their doors to increase the number of tourists. Do the advantages of increasing tourism outweigh the disadvantages?

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As a result
 of the continuous reduction in air transportation costs, countries all over the world are welcoming visitors to their territories.
This
, in my opinion, will be highly beneficial to the
host
country
 as it will enhance their international image as well as bring about additional revenue.
However
, the harm that may emanate from
such
 an influx of people cannot be ignored. Admittedly, several
harm
Suggestion
harms
 and damaging repercussions could come along allowing globetrotters on the soil of a
country
.
First
, it can be an avenue for illicit and illegal transaction of businesses and conveyance of goods which could cause an increase in crime rate in the
host
country
.
Second
,
tourism
 could attract terrorists and other dangerous personalities into a
country thereby
Accept comma addition
country, thereby
 threatening the safety and security of both nationals and non- nationals. Contrarily, benefits that accrue to hospitable cities are not
farfetched
Suggestion
far fetched
. One of
such
 is the creation of additional revenue for the
host
country
.
Since
Suggestion
For
,
tourism
 has proven to be a lucrative business over the years, nations around the world strive to invest in
this
 line of business so they can increase their national revenue.
Also
,
tourism
 is usually a medium that helps fast track developmental growth in
host
 nations.
Additionally
, countries who welcome
globetrotters
Suggestion
globe trotters
 are given international recognition as they rank high on the list of best tourist cities
therefore
 adding positively to their image.
For example
, Dubai is one of the well known tourist cities which has magnificent structures that attract millions of people yearly
thus
 contributing immensely to the national income. In conclusion, even though, positive international image and wealth creation are a few of the various merits of increased
tourism
, the side-effects,
such
 as
influx
Suggestion
the influx
an influx
 of terrorists and the smuggle of unlicensed goods are demerits that should be considered.
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