DAY1 ... Even though the data are under processing on the opening day showed the tourism trends show that the visitors are mainly looking at inland offers. Never-the-less there is still 3 days to go for visitors to look and see what the foreigner exhibitors can offer them.
Many foreign exhibitors were here last year and having good experiences with their offers, came back this year aswell.
The list would be extremely long to mention having from 28 countries with 399 exhibitors of domestic and foreign exhibitors, but a short note to see a couple of offers at their stand can be learnt. On the first hand, Budapest – Hungary as the City of Guest of Honor, with its slogan “Budapest hosts Hungary”. In 2016., the Budapest Summer Festival and the Budapest Spring Festival offering this year within the spirit of Romanticism assembled cultural activities and including for tourists special packages to book also available during the exhibition on the spot. At the Margaret Island Open-Air Stage, Hungarian and International artists will be on stage such as: Andrea Rost, Erika Miklósa, Zoltán Kocsis, Támas Vásáry, Gergely Madaras, Hawk Dominic. Welcoming foreigner stars on stage will be Yuja Wang- Chinese pianist, Marc Heller, Sébastien Guez, Giuseppe Filianoti, James Valenti – opera singer, Stacey Kent – jazz diva, guitarist – Stanley Jordan and London’s Globe Theater and the Monte Carlo Ballet. As a novelty 3 Tenors opera gala and there will be Virtuosi festive variety show, circus and concerts as well.
On the second-hand, a wide variety of foreigner exhibitors arrived this year aswell to make the Hungarians wish to spend their holidays abroad, and most probably if they really want to know a country’s cultures then certainly will learn through its gastronomy. As mentioned, more than two dozen foreigner exhibitors are present, so here is a couple mentioning to visit their stand.
Austria – Offering unforgettable entertainment and loads of fun at the Wiesn Festival – September,22. – October, 9. 2016. (More info to come)
Israel – The israeli stand was opened by His Excellency Ilan Mor Israeli Ambassador to Hungary, by saying Israel is a place to visit once in a lifetime, these were the first welcoming words. Take a journey through the ancient Holy land, learn, discover the authentic Israel with family, friends or fellow travellers. Whatever the season experience something new, interesting and exciting, including activities, customs and places that are unique. Hear more about the travel opt. on the spot. There is a huge of holiday offers that will surely catch the eye.
Turkey – A place where nature, Sun and Sea, health and wellness, sport, culture can be all reached having vacation at Kemer/Antalya with family or friends. There are many hotel just by the Sea where the spectacular mountains and sea view of the Mediterranean can be perceived on the spot.
Malta – Is closer from Budapest than many may think. It is a small countries with marvelous places to visit, for instance: Popeye Village, the Grand Fort and during the fall holds the Birgufest – Candlelight event at Birgu (also known as Vittoriosa) – which is one of Malta’s oldest and most historic cities.
Cyprus – Was a good reason for the visitors by telling, Cyprus can be visited any time of year that suits you. Many places rich of ancient ruins can be found there and also very handy is a “free” weekly guided tour, I was told. Was highlighted to visit Pafos Archaeological Park. It is at the entrance of the harbour one can access this quite stunning park which houses a truly unique collection of remarkable treasures dating from far back in time in the 2nd century B.C.
The visitors strolling around the stands were pretty surprised by the sight of Mr. Piano Man rolling along the pathways…
Coming up more adventure at the Travel 2016. Hungexpo – Budapest
Update and snaps Aggie Reiter
Rolling in Budapest 