The Atlanta culture

[Mutiny77]

Originally Posted by bu2

The convention center is one of the largest and busiest in the country. Hartsfield is the busiest airport in the country, so Atlanta is easy to get to.

Right. A lot of tourism in Atlanta comes from the convention industry.

[afonega1]

Originally Posted by alinka72

I think Randy was mentioning on an International scale. Just because some hold a great opinion of Atlanta does not mean the entire world shares the same opinion and will take the time and money to visit Atlanta exclusively. I never felt I was at a NATO Conference while using public transport in downtown Atlanta (if you ever lived in a truly international touristic city you would know what I am referring to).

I think you are correct that the bulk of people who visit Atlanta, are from Southern states who are looking for its amenities like malls and certain attractions (the usual urban landmarks: 6 Flags and whatever touristy place they offer downtown, the museum that matters when they have an expo), they do not have at their home state.

I am yet to hear people say they will visit the U.S. for Atlanta. They go to NYC, L.A. (CA, Sonoma is huge), MIA, Seattle or nature landmarks in UT, CO, NV and AZ. Atlanta is a hub for flight transfers.

Actually according to governmemt data Atlanta has more International "market Share" than Seattle,Utah,Denver, AND Arizona.Just behind Philly tied with Houston.Thats VISITATION NOT just passing through the airport.

Just this weekend,the biggest hair care convention in the world is here again in Atlanta.Its so big there was a movie/documentary released starring Chris Rock showcasing it.

With as many international companies like Coke,Georgia Paciffic,Porsche(N.American Headquarters)and even research universities like Georgia Tech and Emory,do you really think there is not much international visitation?

if you go to Stone Mountain this weekend,take a moment and listen at all the different languages you will hear.Do the same at the King Center or the Jimmy Carter Library.Then say its mostly "Southernes from other states.

[afonega1]

Originally Posted by RandyWatson13

Sadly it doesn't and I've come to realize this. When you visit other cities you can feel the culture. There is high tourism. Rarely do people come to visit Atlanta, there is not much here. People like the low cost of living, PERIOD. That is the main asset.

Have you ever really spoken to someone and asked "where would you love to visit"? I've yet to hear Atlanta.

Atlanta is one of the top international markets just behind Philly.You must live in Forsyth County or somewhere OTP.
To answer your question.YES I have had people say they would love to visit.