Travel Industry in Finland

Tourism is doing extremely well in Finland

Motivation: Number of tourists increases yearly

Potential: Strong growth of Russian tourists and proximity to St. Petersburg

Competition: Finnish/Scandinavian hotel chains and resorts

Demand: Global chain operators, tourism investors

When: As soon as you can get here!

Finland is a gateway between Central Europe, Russia and Asia

Hotel overnight stays, Finland 2002–2011

Tourism Hot Spots in Finland

Expanding business locations

① Himos-PäijänrantaHoliday resort

② Kultaranta Golf Oy & Spa ResortHotel & spa

③ Kalevala Park/Pellypyy OyTheme park

④ Ylläs ski resortHotel/accommodation

⑤ Nordlett Outlet VillagesShopping center

⑥ Punkaharju resortHotel/accommodation

⑦ Saimaa Holiday JärvisydänAccommodationNature activities

⑧ Saimaa Laguuni/Comtra OyHotel/accommodationActivity/recreation

⑨ Vuohimäki Resort AreaActivity/sport/recreationHotel/accommodationCamping

⑩ Seven Heaven LahtiHotel/accommodation

For more information:

Invest in Finland/Travel & Tourism

Finnish Tourist Board

Visit Finland

Why Finland?

Entry to the East

Creative solutions

Stable Society Competent professionals

Invest in Finland services for international companies

Data collection & analysis Opportunity analysis Guidance on entry alternatives Networking Location management Setting up a business

www.investinfinland.fi