{"id":6152,"date":"2024-09-15T01:45:02","date_gmt":"2024-09-15T01:45:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.travelnewshub.com\/?p=54172"},"modified":"2024-09-15T01:45:02","modified_gmt":"2024-09-15T01:45:02","slug":"global-conference-on-wine-tourism-celebrates-heritage-and-innovation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.top25golfcourses.com\/indonesia\/global-travel-news\/global-conference-on-wine-tourism-celebrates-heritage-and-innovation\/","title":{"rendered":"Global Conference on Wine Tourism Celebrates Heritage and Innovation"},"content":{"rendered":"
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\"Global<\/a>Yerevan, Armenia, September 15, 2024 \/ TRAVELINDEX \/ The importance of preserving heritage while also embracing innovation was highlighted as UN Tourism welcomed experts from all over the world to its Global Conference on Wine Tourism.<\/p>\n

The 8th<\/sup>\u00a0edition of the Conference marked a milestone for both Armenia and global wine tourism<\/a>. With over 300 participants from more than 25 countries, the conference emphasized key areas that are essential for advancing the contribution of wine tourism to development and territorial cohesion, highlighting its potential to serve as a catalyst for both cultural preservation, job creation and economic growth.<\/p>\n

Welcoming delegates, UN Tourism Secretary-General Zurab Pololikashvili said: \u201cThe Global Wine Tourism Conference is the leading event to share stories, customs, and rituals rooted in the history of winemaking. These stories are not just about wine\u2014they are about the people, the land, and the cultures that have nurtured these traditions for generations. We must include these traditions in the wine tourism experience.\u201d<\/p>\n

The Global Wine Tourism Conference is the leading event to share stories, customs, and rituals rooted in the history of winemaking<\/a>. Minister of Economy of the Republic of Armenia, Gevorg Papoyan, made clear the importance of wine tourism<\/a> to the host country. In Armenia, the growing sector supports jobs and businesses, most notably in rural areas, while also protecting heritage that dates back more than 6,000 years.<\/p>\n

Celebrating “Heritage in Every Bottle\u201d.<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Discussions highlighted a growing demand for experience-driven tourism, where visitors seek not only wine tastings but to connect with the people and places behind them. Participants analysed how to combine innovation and cultural heritage in sessions focused on storytelling, digitalization, the creation of wine routes, e-commerce and understanding changing consumers\u2019 preferences and Generation Z.<\/p>\n

The conference also emphasized the importance of education and training in wine tourism, focusing on the need to empower professionals with practical skills as well as on the collaboration among industry stakeholders as essential for creating a shared vision and maximizing the benefits of wine tourism destinations. Addressing climate change and adopting sustainable practices were key themes, with participants discussing the need for clear guidelines and skills to ensure the long-term viability of wine tourism destinations.<\/p>\n

The conference showcased Armenia\u2019s the important development in wine tourism in Armenia. Armenian winemakers showcased their unique wine tourism experiences, rooted in centuries-old traditions such as the 6000-year-old Areni-1 cave, and Armenia\u2019s newest and most modern wineries.<\/p>\n

Source<\/a><\/p>\n

First published at TravelCommunication.net – Global Travel News<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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