There are certain groups of people who are in favor of charging tourists visiting the countries an extra fee when they see cultural and tourist attractions. Even though foreigners do not pay the local taxes and therefore could be expected to pay a higher price, I personally believe that they must pay the same amount of money as local people do, and thus disagree with the provided statement.
Firstly, making an additional charge for visitors from other countries would lead to a massive decline in the tourism. To clarify, I believe that tourists would lose interest eventually if they had to pay more than locals.
For instance, the additional fee imposed by the Russian Federation in 1992 led to a massive 30% decline in tourism. Maintaining the same price for locals and tourists would not only attract new visitors and enhance the total economy of the country, but also improve the tourism industry; therefore it is crucial to offer the same opportunities to foreign visitors.
Secondly, I strongly believe that all people, whether tourists or locals, ought to have equal rights. Although the government would like to increase the revenue from tourists, I reckon that protecting people’s rights are paramount. Moreover, promoting equal rights for foreigners would foster a cultural exchange, contributing to understanding between cultures. For example, there are a lot of movements that fight for people’s rights such as “Civil Rights” and “Human Rights, however, it is essential to consider tourists’ rights too, in order to enhance the nation’s overall reputation.
In conclusion, it is essential to keep the same prices in order to maintain or improve the tourism industry for all people. It is necessary not only to keep the economy of the country on the same level, but also to consider rights of tourists