World Travel Awards (WTA) is excited to announce that one of the most interesting rising tourist locations in the globe will host its historic 30th anniversary Europe Gala Ceremony in 2023. The lovely Georgian city of Batumi has recently gained notoriety as Europe’s newest vacation destination and centre for tourism investment. The top representatives of the global travel business will be invited to this VIP event on September 30, 2023.
The capital of the autonomous Ajara region, Batumi, is situated on the Black Sea coast and has a pleasant environment throughout the year. The spectacular snow-capped Ajara Mountains serve as the city’s background.
The gala event will be held in the 2,000-year-old Gonio Fortress, one of the best examples of Roman architecture in the world and a location rich in tales and stories, one of Georgia’s most significant historical landmarks.
World Travel Awards founder Graham Cooke declares: “I am thrilled to announce Batumi as the host city of our Europe Gala Ceremony in 2023. Everyone should travel to this interesting spot, which is one of the tourist industry’s rising stars and one of the most talked-about places on earth. It will play a significant role in our special 30th anniversary Grand Tour, which makes me very happy.
“World Travel Awards has continually demonstrated its worth as the global benchmark for identifying and awarding excellence in travel and tourism,” he continues, “maintaining its position as the industry leader for the last 30 years. I’m looking forward to attending what promises to be an amazing, historic event that will live long in everyone’s mind with the most senior figures in the tourism business from around Europe.
The 30th anniversary of the World Travel Awards Europe Gala Ceremony will be held in Batumi, Georgia, according to Tornike Rijvadze, Chairman of the Government of the Ajara Autonomous Republic. It is an honour to host tourism industry executives from across the world. We are happy to extend the very best of Georgian hospitality to you and are honoured to have you here with us as we work to create a better future for our tourist sector.
Major Dates
20 August marks the closing of the voting period, and the World Travel Awards Europe Gala Ceremony is scheduled for September 30, 2023.
Highlights from Batumi
With a diverse selection of intriguing things to see and do, Batumi is quickly becoming one of the most sought-after travel destinations in the world.
1. Eternal summer
Although Batumi is best known for the summer, it is also a fascinating place to visit in the spring and the autumn. From May through October, the water is still at its optimal temperature for swimming and sunbathing. Trekking is an option for visitors in the neighbouring Ajara mountains.
2. An old meets a new
One of Georgia’s oldest cities, Batumi, was founded in the fourth century B.C. The city’s extensive architectural diversity is a result of its distinctive past.
3. Batumi Avenue
One of the world’s longest boulevards, Batumi Boulevard was established in 1881 and spans eight km. It is marked by wide walking and cycling routes, palm and magnolia trees, fountains, and cafés.
4. Ajarian food and drink
While viticulture, which uses about 50 different species of grapes to make wine, is fundamental to Georgian culture, Georgian cuisine offers an incredible variety of cooking techniques.
5. Beautiful gardens botanical
Visit the Batumi Botanical Garden for the fragrance of plants and flowers in a breathtaking seaside environment. A thousand different species of breathtakingly lovely and rare flowers may be found in the garden.
6. Georgian hospitality
Each visit to Batumi is distinguished by the exceptional warmth and good nature of the Georgian people. In addition to receiving unmatched hospitality, visitors will be charmed by the genuine friendliness of the residents.
7. Wander about the historic town
Batumi’s Old Town after restoration is a lovely location. When Batumi was a significant port on the route from Europe to the Caspian Sea in the 19th century, many of its structures were constructed at that time.
8. Combine sea and mountains
The mix of the sea and the mountains makes Batumi a fantastic vacation spot all year round. All four seasons are great for visiting the mountain resorts, which are also great for romantic weekend trips.
9. Georgian tradition
Georgia is one of the world’s oldest Christian nations, which has had a big impact on Georgian culture. The area is renowned for its monasteries, notably Gelati and Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, as well as its religious structures and stone-arch bridges.
10. Georgian supper
Without trying the Supra, a traditional feast that forms the foundation of Georgian social life, a trip to Batumi would not be complete.
Source: breakingtravelnews