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Welcome to the Lao Sustainable Tourism Network. Why set up this Network?. tourism is a complex industry with many stakeholders and sub-sectors synergy in the sector can be developed through coordination and the sharing of ideas, understanding, policies & programmes etc.
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Why set up this Network? • tourism is a complex industry with many stakeholders and sub-sectors • synergy in the sector can be developed through coordination and the sharing of ideas, understanding, policies & programmes etc. • tourism development and promotion is a key priority of the government
Aim of the Network to facilitate the supply of tourism-related information between parties who are interested to help sustain and promote the Lao tourism industry
What is the Network? A forum : • to present and discuss tourism-related issues • to share information on what’s new in the tourism sector • to increase cooperation and partnership in the industry • for you to help shape the future of sustainable tourism in Laos
How will the Network be run? • meetings will be convened at 1.30pm on the first Thursday in every month at the NTAL • each month a single topic will be presented and discussed • the presentation will be followed by a discussion of: • news and developments occurring in the industry • Network management issues
How will the Network be run? • participants will suggest the topics for monthly discussion • meetings are open to all – details of key speakers and the topics they will present will be e-mailed to interested parties by the NTAL one week before the event (reply!) • budget – small ! • your interest and enthusiasm will drive the network !!
We are always open to suggestions on how to promote and manage the Network !! Any Questions ?
Lao Tourism Trends and Markets Mr Vernxay Malavong
Average Expenditure Per Tourist Per DayAverage length of stay: International 6 days, regional 3 days