Athens, Greece, has been one of the fastest-growing tourist destinations in Europe. Last year, the city had a record 7 million tourists.
21.08.2024 - 10:53 / breakingtravelnews.com
With less than one month until the much-anticipated 8th UN Tourism Global Conference on Wine Tourism, excitement is building worldwide. Taking place in Yerevan, Armenia, from September 11 to September 13, 2024, this prestigious UN Tourism event is hosted by the Government of the Republic of Armenia. Renowned for its rich and ancient winemaking traditions, Armenia offers an ideal backdrop for this esteemed gathering, promising a truly immersive experience for attendees.
The Conference presents a unique opportunity for experts from across the growing field of wine tourism to identify emerging trends and development opportunities. It will bring together a diverse array of international participants, including representatives from public entities, destination management organizations, global and intergovernmental bodies, esteemed wine experts, and other key stakeholders. The event serves as an innovative forum to collaborate and devise concrete solutions, making it an invaluable resource for the global wine tourism industry.
Armenia, with its blend of ancient winemaking traditions, indigenous grape varieties, diverse terroir, and a profound cultural connection to wine, is positioned as an ideal host for the 2024 conference. The nation is eager to share its passion, expertise, showcase its illustrious wine heritage, and foster international collaborations within the wine tourism sector. Among many exciting experiences that await at this conference, attendees will have the unique opportunity to explore the Areni-1 cave, the world’s oldest winery discovered to date, dating back 6,100 years.
The event will also host esteemed speakers from diverse sectors, offering expert insights into the current landscape of the wine tourism industry and exploring future trends and opportunities for growth.
“Armenia is honored to host the 8th UN Tourism Global Conference on Wine Tourism,” stated Susanna Hakobyan, Acting Head of the Tourism Committee of the Republic of Armenia. “With our millennia-old winemaking tradition and rich cultural heritage, Armenia is uniquely positioned to showcase its innovative practices and exceptional wine culture. This conference offers a unique platform for collaboration, learning, and advancing the global discourse on wine tourism.”
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“Wine tourism is deeply connected with the culture and identity of the territory, playing a crucial role in fostering rural empowerment and community development and helping destinations diversify their tourism offerings. This Conference not only seeks to highlight these aspects, promote exchanges, and foster cooperation among destinations, but also to celebrate Armenia’s rich wine heritage, its people, and its culture”, Sandra Carvao, Director of
Athens, Greece, has been one of the fastest-growing tourist destinations in Europe. Last year, the city had a record 7 million tourists.
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