Posts tagged Eastern Europe
Cuba‚s Tourism Record-Breaking Year
Jan 2nd
During 2008, Cuba saw an increase in visitor numbers compared to previous year‚s statistics. The first quarter from January to April 2008 saw the 1millionth tourist visit the Caribbean island, a 15% increase in relation to 2007.
Cuban workers standards have heightened which has lead the tourism market to stabilize, for 4 uninterrupted years Cuba has seen 2 million tourists visit the country.
By the end of 2008 Cuba recorded 2.3 million tourists mainly from Eastern Europe and Canada, an increase of 2% in holidaymakers in comparison to previous years. While Cuba saw much devastation in 2008 by hurricanes between August and November, the tourism sector still saw growth according to Manuel Marrero, Cuban Tourism Minister.
The estimate for 2009 is to see continued tourism growth; approximately 2.5 million international tourists including increasing profits is expected by the Cuban Tourism Authority, another record-breaking year for the ever popular Caribbean island.
Eastern destinations offer skiing on a budget
Sep 22nd
Traditionally skiing holidays have been thought of as one of the more expensive types of holiday, but recent research has shown that there are some excellent skiing destinations in Eastern Europe offering great value accommodation and a fabulous ski experience.
Bulgaria‚s increasingly popular ski resorts of Bansko, Borovets and Pamprovo offer great, low-cost deals on ski passes as well as top-class skiing facilities for skiers and snowboarders alike. Paragliding is also a popular sport in these areas.
Luxury ski apartments and charming, well-equipped chalets are available at the price of standard hotel rooms at other more up-market ski resorts around the world.
Slovenia‚s central location and its unspoilt nature and uncrowded slopes make it an excellent choice for skiers. Its modern facilities and wide, open slopes make it the perfect location for those wishing to try their hand at skiing for the first time.
Sleigh rides, ice skating, ice climbing and hiking are among other equally popular activities at the resort. Modern apartments and chalets are available to suit all group sizes and budgets and all with stunning views of the surrounding mountain scenery.