Balance between the economic benefits of increased tourism and its environmental impact is difficult to achieve. But through a carefully thought-out and aggressive governmental plan, Tunisia seeks to reach such a balance. Tunisia's strategies might well be a model for other nations of any size with similar problems and goals.
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