Though gastronomic culture is evaluated as one of the key factors to draw visitors to Vietnam, the tourism sector has not done enough to take advantage of this natural asset, tourism specialists have argued. Most foreign visitors say they know about Vietnamese food through their friends or relatives. Only a
BHAKTAPUR, Nepal — Nepal on Monday reopened most of the cultural heritage sites that were damaged in a pair of devastating earthquakes, hoping to lure back foreign tourists. The April 25 and May 12 quakes killed more than 8,700 people and damaged hundreds of thousands of buildings in Nepal, including
For many people, acting conscientiously on vacation means using the hotel towel more than once. But there’s no reason for correct-thinking tourists to leave their values at the bathroom door. Want to spend your holiday teaching English, saving turtles or planting trees? There’s a socially responsible vacation package for you.
On 2nd – 3rd June 2015, the director of IGCAT, Diane Dodd, welcomed Aliki Moschis-Gauguet to Barcelona to discuss plans for Rhodes European Capital of Culture 2021. IGCAT’s Director provided Ms Moschis-Gauguet with her expertise and advice to support Rhodes’s bid for the ECOC 2021. The meeting aimed at identifying
Experts and entrepreneurs offer their insights and top resources for writing a successful business plan. Before you think business plan, think business model. The School for Creative Startups and other renowned institutions have developed some key questions that will help you create your own. Read original article at theguardian.com
Gone are the days when windsurfing, parasailing or zip-lining qualified as a unique vacation adventure. Today’s travelers are upping the ante and redefining what it means to live it up. While some prefer to soak up a city’s culture with museums and historic sites, others prefer to slurp it up with
There’s no love lost between Paris and the tourists who leave padlocks, famously called “love locks,” on the city’s Pont des Arts bridge. The Paris City Council announced plans to remove the padlocks, which are meant to signify eternal love, starting this Monday. In recent years, tourists have signed the
The International Institute of Gastronomy, Culture, Arts and Tourism supports the candidature of Arad in Romania, to be European Capital of Culture in 2021. IGCAT has designed a specific training package for Arad base don identified needs that the city has. The first block of the training and workshops to support key stakeholders
A video, which will be broadcasted by more than 30 televisions, advertises the Bulgarian city of Plovdiv as the 2019 European Capital of Culture. The video has a length of thirty seconds and depicts the citizens of Plovdiv doing arts, sports and their daily activities with some of the city’s
In a time of worldwide integration, culture interchange is a priceless commodity in view of leading and promoting harmony and interaction between countries. The cultural diversity characterizes the current state of the world cultural space. The safety of it isn’t guaranteed. Many scientists and intellectuals are worried about the potential
As more craft breweries open across the province and existing ones get bigger with greater reach, B.C. beer is becoming a draw for tourists from near and far. That’s partly wrapped up in Vancouver’s reputation as a great culinary city, which also includes B.C. wine and a growing wave of
The jury members for the European Region of Gastronomy 2017 Award have been announced today, representing a cross-section of sectors (knowledge institutions, third sector, public and private initiatives) as well as seven European countries. The jury members for the 2017 award include representatives from the founding Platform: Prof. Dr Ilie Rotariu of the Lucian
The Secrets of Culture is a very personal insight into the life and work of the author, IGCAT expert D. Paul Schafer, as he shares his quest to look for and “unlock all of culture’s secrets and ensure that culture plays a central (rather than marginal) role in the world.”
IGCAT is inviting applications for student internships for a 6 month period, starting Tuesday 1st September. IGCAT is in an exciting period right now with the development of the European Region of Gastronomy Platform and Award, as well as, projects to develop our knowledge base on European Capital of Cultures, Culture and Food Diversity,
Dominican Tourism Press Association will be involved in all initiatives which promote the country’s social tourism, for workers and low income citizens to enjoy the hospitality industry. Seeking a multi-sector agreement to support the initiative will be essential. Read original article at dominicantoday.com
Bored of the same, ‘same old, same old’ and uninspired by the TV ads where you can’t tell one holiday from another? You’re not the only one! Responsible Travel’s latest figures show a 53% increase in ‘unusual holidays’ booking value, and its Unusual Holidays guide shows newbies how you can
