In this context, Travel2latam spoke with Maritza Montero, President of the Organizing Committee of Peru Travel Mart and Vice President of Canatur.
What are your expectations and forecasts for this edition of Peru Travel Mart?
This event is the most important negotiation roundtable in the tourism sector in Peru. It is a very important BB negotiation, declared by the government to be of national interest, where products and the destination Peru are offered.
We had the participation of more than 165 buyers from 28 countries and we have more than 150 Peruvian exhibitors.
On this occasion we have increased the participation of our regions, our communities, and emblematic products so that tourists can get to know the wonders that Peru offers. We have crafts, cocoa, pisco, and very good coffee that you should know about.
Peru is known for its outstanding gastronomy…
Indeed, and that is what we want to show you as well. During the two days of negotiations, first-class cuisine will be offered, with varied and emblematic dishes of Peruvian cuisine.
Regarding the event, do you see gradual growth?
Yes, we are growing, and that is the reason why we are putting on a quality event with a lot of effort from the National Chamber of Tourism (Canatur) and Promperú. The idea is to continue strengthening it and making it an international level event.
Not only has the quality of the clients who come on tours, hotels, transfers, food and venues increased. But there are details that are given to the clients, in the appointments, and that makes this event grow and become more important.
Do you have any news for the next edition?
Next year we want to have interested countries from South America in mind so that when a tourist comes to buy Peru, they will not only buy Peru, but also Chile, Colombia, Argentina or Uruguay. The idea is to work hand in hand as an important region for those passengers who come from Asia, Europe or Oceania.