According to the latest published data, in 2016 the travel industry accounted for about 7% of Georgia's GDP. The authorities are making great efforts to broaden the tourism potential of Georgia. In 2017 the republic was visited by more than 7 million foreign visitors, and the income from the travel industry exceeded 2 billion dollars.
Not the least role in attracting foreigners is played by the legalization of gambling and the presence of a large number of modern casino jbtkokok. More often than not, Georgia is visited by tourists from Russia, Turkey, Azerbaijan and Armenia - countries where gambling is prohibited or restricted by legislation. The main centers of gambling are the capital region (Tbilisi) and the resort Adzharia (Batumi). In the capital there are 4 gambling establishments - Iveria, Shangri La, Adjara, Ambassador. About 10 casinos are located in Batumi and a few more in other tourist areas, for example, in the Bakuriani ski resort (Eureka casino) and in Sighnaghi in Kakheti (Europe casino).
The best casino in Tbilisi deservedly considered "Adjara" - the leader of the gambling industry of Georgia. This is the largest and oldest institution operating since 1998. Today "Adjara" is a stylish casino, located in the center of the Georgian capital. Every night, up to 2 thousand people attend it. The newly opened hotel HolidayInn contributed to an even greater influx of foreign tourists who can now get to the casino without leaving the hotel. The casino occupies 2 floors and has an area of ??5 thousand square meters. meters. There are 35 tables for traditional and modern games, a poker club and 295 slot machines.
Shangri La Casino, opened in 2012, belongs to the ShangriLaCasinos family - a well-known international operator with an impeccable reputation. The newest and most modern gambling establishment opened in May 2017 in the 5-star hotel "Ambassador". It was announced as an elite game club for VIP-guests.
Unlike foreigners, not all locals can get into the casino. Entrance is open only for citizens over 21 years of age. This decision was adopted in November 2017 by the Georgian parliament.