In October, Armenia became the meeting center of international business and tourism leaders. The 30th executive conference of MANOR was held at "Seven Visions Resort & Places, The Dvin", which united more than 200 participants from Europe and different countries of the world. The conference was organized by the initiative of the president of GIE Manor, Gregory Mavoyan. Mavoyan emphasized that this year's meeting is unique, being held in Armenia.
The goal of the initiative is to provide wider awareness of Armenia's potential in international business circles and to demonstrate what it can offer.
RA Minister of Economy Gevorg Papoyan and French Ambassador Olivier Decotigny were present at the opening ceremony.
During the conference, the guests visited the Geghard Monastery, the Garni Cathedral and the Symphony of Stones, personally feeling the breath of Armenia's cultural and spiritual heritage. Mavoyan emphasized that the culture and traditions of Armenia are impressive, but the people stand out the most with their warm and hospitable attitude.
According to him, Armenia is not yet a fully discovered destination, but it can become the new gem of European tourism. About 30,000 French tourists arrive in Armenia every year, but this is a small number compared to the country's potential. "Armenia can receive many more visitors, even up to two million, because it has great potential in the fields of green tourism, traditions and hospitality," he said.
Mavoyan says that during their meetings, they considered hotel options, and when he met the owner of the resort, Artak Tovmasyan, he was interested in how profitable these investments are. Artak Tovmasyan answered: "If I wanted a quick income, I would engage in buying and selling."
Mavoyan emphasized that this shows the long-term vision, what people want to do in Armenia, and that is what excited him to hold the conference at Seven Visions.
According to him, it is important for him when people take steps to improve their country. These are the steps that will push Armenia forward to the heights. And the second thing he wanted to highlight is the hotel staff.
Every guest feels happy here, thanks to the warm attitude and willingness of the employees. It is the most important thing when a person feels valued and wanted here.
The warm and willing attitude of the staff is also an important factor that makes the guests feel valued. Although the conference was not over yet, many guests admitted that they will return to Armenia with their families.
According to Gregory Mavoyan, this is the greatest success when the country becomes a destination of the heart and a desirable destination for tourism.
