The President of the Nepal Association of Tour and Travel Agents (NATTA), Mr. Kumar Mani Thapaliya, attended a pivotal meeting at the 2025 FITUR International Tourism Fair in Madrid. The meeting brought together prominent figures from Spain’s tourism industry, including Mr. Jordi Marti I Utset, the President of the Corporate Association of Specialist Travel Agencies (ACAVE), and Ms. Daniel Prudencio Santana, the Commercial Director of the Confederación Española de Agencias de Viajes (CEAV).
The primary focus of the discussion was to explore future collaboration opportunities between the Spanish and Nepalese markets, with an emphasis on strengthening tourism ties. Both sides expressed their enthusiasm about the potential for mutual growth and tourism promotion between the two countries. The meeting underscored the importance of creating avenues for enhanced cooperation aimed at fostering a deeper connection and facilitating the exchange of tourists.
This initiative is expected to play a crucial role in promoting Nepal as a prime tourist destination in Spain and facilitating the growth of travel opportunities for Spanish tourists visiting Nepal. Both NATTA and the Spanish tourism bodies are committed to working together to build a stronger partnership that can lead to increased tourism activities and economic benefits for both nations.
The gathering at FITUR 2025 represents a significant step forward in bridging Nepal’s tourism offerings with the global travel community, highlighting the country’s growing presence in the international tourism market.
