Armenia’s Tourism Industry Lacks Professionals – Public Figure

ARMENIA’S TOURISM INDUSTRY LACKS PROFESSIONALS – PUBLIC FIGURE

PanARMENIAN.Net
June 14, 2012 – 13:55 AMT

PanARMENIAN.Net – Armenia’s tourism sector is in need of professionals,
head of Association of Tour Operators of and Tourism Institute’s
rector said.

“Armenia lacks cooks, waiters and other service industry
professionals,” Robert Minasyan said, stressing the need to choose
target countries and groups to foster development of tourism in
the country.

“Russia tops the list of target countries for Armenia. We must also
try to attract tourists from Italy and Germany,” Tourism Institute
rector said, noting Iran as another good source of income.

Mr. Minasyan undercoated the necessity to create a brand for Armenia
to raise better awareness on the country.

“Mount Ararat may serve as a wonderful brand, for instance,” he said.