On March 15, the Association of Guides, Interpreters, Tour Guides, and Tour Managers, with the support of the Moscow Tourism Committee, is holding “Moscow Guide Day,” a city holiday designed to highlight the high social significance of the profession and its contribution to development. The modern capital. On this day, master classes will be held in the format of bus tours along a special route for guides, tour guides, visitors to the capital, and Muscovites. The 4th International Conference "Guiding in the 21st Century: Global Challenges and Effective Solutions" will also take place, bringing together leading tourism industry experts.
"In recent years, Moscow has become increasingly attractive to tourists: visitors come from all over the world to see the exhibitions of Moscow museums, stroll through modern, well-maintained parks, enjoy the extensive festival program, and explore the capital's landmarks and architecture. A traveler's experience of visiting our city depends largely on the professional work of a guide. Celebrating Moscow Guide Day highlights the importance of training internationally recognized tour guides to promote a positive image of the capital and attract more tourists," she said. Alesya Denkova, Spanish language guide-interpreter of the Association of Guides-Interpreters, Tour Guides and Tour Managers.
As part of the celebration "Moscow Guide Day" on March 15 10:00 Master classes—demonstration tours for novice and experienced guides and tourism industry representatives—have begun on Vasilievsky Spusk. Tour buses will travel along a specially designed route, "21st Century Moscow," to the city's most beautiful sites. Muscovites and visitors are also welcome to join the program. Pre-registration is required to participate in the free tour by calling +7 (985) 757-94-57; space is limited.
In addition, business and festive events will be held on this day. A conference hall will open in the Renaissance Monarch Center Hotel's large conference hall. IV International Conference "Guide in the 21st Century – Global Challenges and Effective Solutions", where the prospects for excursions and the development of digital technologies in the tourism industry are planned to be discussed. Representatives of executive authorities from the constituent entities of the Russian Federation, tourism experts, and international representatives of the professional community will participate in the event. The "Moscow Guide Day" celebration will conclude with a celebratory program, including awards for veterans of the profession and a concert by creative groups.
Source: trn-news.ru