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How are the tourism industry and filming industry similar in their benefits to the economy of the state of Georgia?

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The tourism industry and filming industry are similar in their benefits to the economy of the state of Georgia in that both industries represent one of the most important revenue generations for the state to the degree that most of the state highly benefits from the film industry and American and foreign visitors.

The state of Georgia offers different opportunities for film industries to shoot films in the state. Georgia has different and beautiful locations that are good options for film producers and movie directors.

For instance, in the fiscal year 2018-19, the state of Georgia hosted 400 productions that generated approximately $3 million for the state government.

The other growing industry is tourism, Georgia is full of attractions and has the kind of weather that allows tourist almost every season of the year.

According to state records, in 2019 152 million tourists from America and abroad visited the state, producing $3.5 million in tax revenue. Places such as Atlanta, Savannah, Athens, and Macon, are some of the most visited.

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