in addition, the increased number of visitors to the area can cause serious disruption to the daily lives of ordinary citizens. the local inhabitants may also have to face tax increases, as not all the funding will come from sponsorship or advertising.
in conclusion, although there are disadvantages to holding the olympic games,it is generally agreed that the host city gains overall in terms of improvements in facilities and infrastructure. but this is not all. according to stevenson(1997), 'the olympics make other people aware of your country and what's there. it's a way to make a statement to the world that your community is a destination' (p.236) . not only do the improved facilities remain after the game have gone. but the city also becomes a significant place in its own right