30 Sep 2024
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Azerbaijan Tourism Board (ATB) is participating in the Tourism Expo Japan 2024 (TEJ) which takes place from 26th to 29th of September in Tokyo, Japan. At Azerbaijan’s stand, visitors can explore diverse travel experiences, from cultural heritage and UNESCO sites to hiking, wellness retreats, and business events.
Guests visiting the stand have the opportunity to meet with representatives from ATB and industry partners to learn more about the destination and explore potential collaborations. It’s worth noting that Tadashi Shimura, Counsellor of the Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA), and Masahiko Inada, Director of Outbound Travel Promotion at JATA, had a meeting with ATB representatives to discuss growth and latest updates of the tourism landscape. Prominent Japanese tourism agencies have also expressed interest in fostering tourism ties, meeting with ATB representatives to ensure exchange of ideas and opportunities. Highlighting the significant of the event, Gursel Ismayilzada, the Ambassador of the Republic of Azerbaijan to Japan, also visited the stand, showcasing the strong bilateral ties between the two countries.
In recent years, Azerbaijan has emerged as a highly sought-after travel destination for tourists from Asia, in part due to its convenient flights, easy visa procedures, and reputation as a dynamic cultural and business hub. The added convenience for Japanese tourists is the option to obtain an e-visa in advance or upon arrival at the airport.
Visitors to the stand will be introduced to Azerbaijan’s myriad attractions, including the UNESCO World Heritage sites of the Old City of Baku, the Gobustan Rock Art Cultural Landscape, the Sheki Historic Centre and newly inscribed Khinalig village and ‘Köç Yolu’ Transhumance Route. Cosmopolitan capital Baku boosts with tapestry of city experiences, from museums and galleries, to chic bars with local wines and delicacies, to array of restaurants with traditional and international cuisines, as well as countless MICE offerings. With its well-equipped resources and world-class infrastructure, Azerbaijan can host events of all scales. It features a 5-star Baku International Airport, rated by Skytrax, plethora of chain hotels, versatile venues such as the iconic Flame Towers, and facilities like the Baku Congress Centre and the Heydar Aliyev Centre, which includes museums, exhibition complexes, and multimedia conference rooms for international conferences and events.
For more information about Azerbaijan's tourism offerings, please visit www.azerbaijan.travel
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Sabina Suleymanova
About Azerbaijan Tourism Board (ATB)
Azerbaijan Tourism Board (ATB) is the national promotion body established under the State Tourism Agency of the Republic of Azerbaijan. Its main objectives are to support the growth of Azerbaijan’s tourism industry and encourage visitors to explore the country’s rich cultural offerings and experience its ancient heritage. For more information, visit Experience Azerbaijan Website and follow us on social media at: Experience Azerbaijan Instagram, Experience Azerbaijan Facebook, Experience Azerbaijan Twitter
