Tourism Minister: Bulgaria's Hosting of ECTAA's Forum Is Opportunity to Reinforce Country's Position as Innovative, Safe Destination

Business 21 October 2024 23:25

Bulgaria’s hosting of the annual meeting of the European Travel Agents' and Tour Operators' Association (ECTAA) is a great honour and a testament to the trust placed in this country by the European tourism community, Tourism Minister Evtim Miloshev said. "We will take this opportunity to showcase not only our rich cultural heritage and nature, but also to reinforce our position as an innovative and safe tourist destination," he added, CE Report quotes BTA

The Ministry of Tourism of Bulgaria is a co-organizer and partner of the forum that will take place in Sofia on October 24 and 25, 2024. The event will bring together representatives of 25 national associations of tour operators from across Europe, the Ministry said.

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