Bulgaria exhibited at the Philoxenia International Tourism Exhibition in Thessaloniki

Our country participated with its own information stand at the Philoxenia International Tourism Exhibition, held in Thessaloniki, Greece, from 12 to 15 November.

The Ministry of Tourism and another 8 co-exhibitors, including travel companies, municipal administrations and industry associations exhibited on an area of nearly 50 square meters opportunities for mass and specialized tourism in Bulgaria.

Last year it was Greece that occupied the top position in number of foreign tourists in Bulgaria. Over 1 million were the guests from our southern neighbour in 2014, more than 10% was the growth compared to 2013.

Philoxenia is organised for the 31st time and is addressed both to the general public and to the professionals in the sector. Last year the number of exhibitors exceeded 230, and the visitors were more than 15 000, an increase of 15% compared to 2013.