1. Travel Industry in Finland

2. 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!

3. Finland is a gateway between Central Europe, Russia and Asia

4. Hotel overnight stays, Finland 2002–2011

5. Tourism Hot Spots in Finland

6. Expanding business locations ① Himos-Päijänranta Holiday resort ② Kultaranta Golf Oy & Spa Resort Hotel & spa ③ Kalevala Park/Pellypyy Oy Theme park ④ Ylläs ski resort Hotel/accommodation ⑤ Nordlett Outlet Villages Shopping center ⑥ Punkaharju resort Hotel/accommodation ⑦ Saimaa Holiday Järvisydän Accommodation Nature activities ⑧ Saimaa Laguuni/Comtra Oy Hotel/accommodation Activity/recreation ⑨ Vuohimäki Resort Area Activity/sport/recreation Hotel/accommodation Camping ⑩ Seven Heaven Lahti Hotel/accommodation

7. For more information: Invest in Finland/Travel & Tourism Finnish Tourist Board Visit Finland

8. Why Finland? Entry to the East Creative solutions Stable Society Competent professionals

9. 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