- For 55 years the Novi Sad Fair has been proving that tourism has a visionary and strategic importance in the development of economy, education, society and culture and that the potentials of Vojvodina are Europe’s potentials as well. - said the President of the AP Vojvodina Assembly, Balint Juhasz, during the opening ceremony of the 55th International Fair of Tourism, which is being held until Saturday. - Historical, cultural, and natural wealth exceeds every border of any country, which is why we are able to understand each other no matter the language we speak.
This year’s partner country is Hungary, which is being represented by the HEPA Agency, at the national stand.
- The transport connection between Serbia and Hungary is exceptional. The Danube remains Europe’s main street and the river cruises contribute to the continuous growth of tourism in the region. More and more tourists from Hungary are visiting our country and vice versa. As proof, we have the latest data saying that in the first nine months of this year, more than 48000 tourists from Hungary have visited Serbia. - added Juhasz.
- To be the originator of such a manifestation for over half of a century is a huge accomplishment, which only means that you’ve been consistent in following the road you’ve embarked upon. - said the Ambassador of Hungary to the Republic of Serbia, Zoltan Josef Magyar. - Over the last few years, Hungary has invested a lot in the development of tourism and it now makes up 13% of the country’s GDP. The fact that the Government of Hungary has bought out the airport in Budapest is also a contributing factor as we now have an increase of tourists by 16% and an increase in overnight stays of 35 million.
The entrance to the Fair is free with the help of the Government of Vojvodina, which has supported such a decision of the Novi Sad Fair, in order to encourage the tourism development in our region.
- This year’s 55th International Fair of Tourism has gathered over 200 exhibitors from 12 countries and that shows just how much this exhibition surpasses regional borders. - said the President of the Government of AP Vojvodina, Maja Gojković. - Solely in the last four years the Provincial Government has invested over 2 billion dinars in the development of tourism. This year, Vojvodina has had a record number of tourists and that is something we can use as stimulation and inspiration to continue our work towards improving our tourism potential together.
- Novi Sad is a city rich with history, a city that has had many challenging moments and has always managed to come out stronger. - said the member of the City Council in charge of Economy of Novi Sad, Milorad Radojević, adding that we are currently facing tragic and challenging circumstances for the city and its citizens and that we stand together in solidarity and compassion. - The Fair of Tourism is the ideal place for developing ideas, innovation and creating partnerships and it is also a platform for displaying the best from Serbia. It is important to invest in the infrastructure, but it is equally important to invest in the people, and their education in tourism and hospitality, because that is our future. Novi Sad remains committed to tourism development as one of the main pillars of our economy.
The Expo 2027. is significant for the development of tourism as well
- The Novi Sad Fair is a company with a tradition of organizing manifestations of the highest level for over 100 years. - said Nikola Lovrić. - Through hospitality and organization of top-quality fairs, we are sending a message to both foreign and domestic exhibitors and visitors and welcoming them to the biggest world exhibition – Expo 2027, which will be held in Belgrade and which will undoubtedly contribute to the development of tourist destinations in our country.
After the opening ceremony, the CEO of the Novi Sad Fair Nikola Lovrić accompanied the esteemed guests in touring the exhibitor’s stands and attended the ceremonial opening of the Hungarian stand. They were assured in the quality of everything displayed – from travel arrangements to delicious cuisine bites.