December 20, 2009

Soul Food

Read full story at http://traveller.easyjet.com/features/2009/12/soul-food

With both Christmas and Hanukkah in December, houses of worship provide plenty of food for thought (and consumption)
Featured December 09

There are some secret, sacred places that stir the foodie's soul, laying on foraged herbs, freshly picked fruit, forest game, home brews and heavenly wines for hungry travellers along the paths of righteousness. Best of all, meals served by religious establishments come wrapped in the mystical trappings of their spiritual settings. Whether it's an iconic basilica, a mountaintop monastery, a Biblically inspired recipe or a crypt by candlelight, each location is steeped in its own history and lore.

Why Religious Tourism is a Thriving Industry in Syria

Read full story at http://www.sana.sy/eng/33/2009/12/15/261152.htm

Damascus, (SANA) - Christians and Muslims have always engaged in and enjoyed every aspect of Syrian life due to the presence of special religious landmarks.

Religious tourism prospered in Syria and particularly in Damascus and outskirts thanks to the religious and holy sites presenting Islam and Christianity. It is mainly divided into Christian and Islamic tourism.

Representation office of NGO “National tourism office of Armenia in Russia and CIS countries” will be opened in Armenia

Read full story at http://www.arka.am/eng/tourism/2009/12/16/18074.html

Maria Atayan, Director of National Tourism Office (NTO) said that the main goal of the organization is to promote tourism in Armenia.

“Armenia is a very beautiful country having many advantages prom the point of view of tourism, among which is alpine nature, Christian heritage and cultural sites. Due to history, general interests and language Armenia can become attractive for Russian tourists”, said Atayan

“We are ready to work not only for involvement of Russian tourists to Armenia, but also involve potential investors for the development of necessary infrastructures”, said Atayan. NTO will suggest not only traditional types of tourism in Armenia, but also develop religious tourism, medical tourism and rafting."

December 8, 2009

View highlights of World Religious Travel Expo 2009

Enjoy highlights from the recent World Religious Travel Expo 2009 in Reno, Nevada (USA).

To watch the video, click on either of the following:
http://bit.ly/Expo2009Highlights
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dRjuKe28X8M