World Tourism Day in Slovenia

The General Assembly of the World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) declared 27th September World Tourism Day. The theme of this year`s World Tourism Day is "One Billion Tourists, One Billion Opportunities". The World Tourism Organisation wants to emphasise the enormous potential of tourism for generating development, responsibility and wellbeing in communities around the world. Annually, more than one billion tourists decide to travel to foreign destinations. This reflects in the economy, which has made tourism a leading sector and a generator of 10% of global GDP. According to the statistics of the World Tourism Organisation, the number of international tourists exceeded one billion in total in 2012. Only together can we transform a billion tourists into a billion opportunities.

Celebrate World Tourism Day in Slovenia! Treat yourself to a vacation in green nature. Over half of Slovenia is covered by forests. Boost your heartbeat in an active environment with sports-minded company. Cycling and hiking are two of the most popular outdoor activities in Slovenia. Over 10,000 km of cycling and hiking paths are available just minutes from urban centres. Indulge yourself in one of the 14 Slovenian natural health resorts, and try the excellent local cuisine in one of the 24 culinary regions and 14 wine-growing districts. During your visit, do not forget to look after the environment, recycle your rubbish and travel by using public buses or trains. Buy fresh produce from the farmer`s market or simply make a stop at their homesteads and pick goodies from their gardens by yourself. Welcome to green, active and healthy Slovenia!

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