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EUTO Study Visit UK 21st to 28th September 2008'Attractions and events as catalysts for regeneration and social change
Presentation: Julian Zarb (Malta Tourism Society)

Where are we?

Gozo Video Clip
A Visual Impression of GozoSome Notes: The Helicopter Service has been discontinued since 2007. A seaplane service operates from Grand Harbour to Mgarr in Gozo since 2008.

Some Facts and Figures
Population- 28,000No airport (Heliport not functioning)Seaplane Service (Weather Permitting)Geographical size - 14.5 kmFerry ServiceJan. To August 2008: No. Of Trips 13469Jan to August 2008 : No. Of Passengers 2,739,151Jan. To August 2008: Cars/Cargo- 726,151

Tourism Statistics 2007
An additional 6634 Visitors (+19% on 2006)24653 bednights (average 5.24 nights)An additional 3273 Maltese residents (+10.8% on 2006)An average 1.98 nights for Maltese in GozoOverall Increase of 9907 arrivals to Gozo (+15.5%)Increase of 31901 bednights (+13%)

Creating a Destination
Regional Delivery of a balanced mix of quality attractionsAccomodation, F& B,retail and Spending opportunitiesDelivery of tourism opportunities must be seamless with a genuine focuson creating desirable and authentic visitor experiencesThe enthusiastic promotion of a region or single community

Destinations and Tourism

Tourism is inherently a Regional Enterprise Successful Destinations dont just happen, tourists happen Michael E. Kelly, AICP, MCIP

The Organizers
Sponsors:Upward Door Systems Ltd Camilleri Paris Mode Gozo Cottage Gozitano Casa Funghi Bonito's Restaurant J. Debono Printing San Lawrenz Leisure Resort Citadel Insurance Chanel Downtown Hotel Central Bank National Lottery Good Causes FundSharpK3 Paints Attard Auto Dealer Abraham General Supplies Italian Ambassador for Malta

The Organizers
Partners:Teatru AstraMalta Tourism AuthorityAir MaltaHeritage MaltaVodafone MaltaBank of VallettaMelitaSponsors:Ministry for Gozo Victoria Local Council General Soft Drinks Ltd Island Hotels Group Fexco Financial Services (Malta) Ltd Valletta Fund Management Michael Grech Financial Investment Services Ltd Topserv (Gozo) Ltd John's Garage David's Bakery

The ConceptA Mosaic of Mediterranean Civilization, Heritage and Art.
Annual Celebration : An Autumnal EventCulture including Folkore and CuisineHistory and ArcheologyMythology The Legend of Calypso and UlyssesDiverse EventsThrills of Exploration and DiscoveryA ShowpieceLive the Mediterranean 7000 years of History

The Programmme
Visit to Church of St. George, RabatVisit to Salt Pans and Organic FarmOpera Feast of Gozitan Wine and Food (After Theatre)Art ExhibitionArcheology: Key Lecture and Site Visit: Dr. David TrumpDance, Ballet and Concerts

Strategies and Case Studies
The owner of Ta Mena spoke about the great difficulties he faced turning his farm into an organic one. Either all Gozo goes for organic farming and not just one farm, he said, because an organic farm can only be sited five miles away from the nearest non-organic farm or else suffer the risk of being polluted.Press Release: June 2008

The Future
Eco-Gozo : aims at transforming Gozo and Gozitan society into a sustainable reality in its wider sense not only environmentally, but also socially and economically. A new way of looking at Gozo and its future, banking on the islands strengths and tapping its attractive potential for the benefit of the islands inhabitants, its visitors and investors, so that all benefit from: A better quality of life A society exerting less pressure on the environment A wholesome natural and cultural environment More sustainable jobs A caring society for all More quality investment An enhancement of the islands identity Eco-Gozo provides an assurance for sustainable development in Gozo, and a continued success for our island in the future.

Interesting Websites to Check
www.mediterranea.com.mthttp://www.eco-gozo.gov.mt/

We will render Gozo an ecological island a model of sustainable development Lawrence Gonzi, Prime Minister

Thank You

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