On December 11 and 12, the Moscow Department of Sports and Tourism will organize a Forum of Tourism Industry Professionals to discuss preparations for the 2018 FIFA World Cup, the main matches of which will be held in Moscow.
Forum The tourism industry professionals' forum is intended to become a key platform for discussing tourism development issues in the lead-up to the 2018 FIFA World Cup. The forum will serve as a tool for developing solutions for domestic and inbound tourism, creating the necessary infrastructure, and addressing many pressing issues.
Heads of relevant departments and agencies of the Moscow Government, representatives of tour operators and hotels, and representatives of universities working in the field of tourism development are invited to participate in the Forum.
KEY TOPICS OF THE FORUM:
• Moscow is the capital of the 2018 FIFA World Cup
• Cultural and entertainment program organized by the city for fans
• Prospects for the development of the capital's hotel business and an assessment of the hotels' readiness to receive fans and guests of the 2018 World Cup
• Digital technologies are a tool for tourism development
• Training of personnel for the tourism industry
Venue of the Forum — Marriott Grand Hotel Moscow (Tverskaya St., 26/1).
Source: trn-news.ru