HFE HERNING Denmark Tourism Fair

At the fair, which featured a total of 800 exhibitor stands and was attended by approximately 65,000 visitors, ALANYA, THY, and ANTALYA GOLF CLUB were represented at the Turkey stand, while the organizations were provided under the chairmanship of Mr. Korhan from the Copenhagen tourism consultancy. Within the scope of the fair, information was provided regarding the runway extension works at Alanya/Gazipaşa Airport, and it is estimated that the number of visitors from Denmark to Turkey, which was 289,000 in 2009, will reach 320,000 people in 2010. It was observed that a large portion of the visitors coming from Denmark are heading towards the Alanya destination and that Danish residents in the region are providing active contributions to the promotion of Alanya.

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In the total exhibition area, 13,500 m2 has been reserved exclusively for non-tourism travel, hotel, and tour operators, while 5,000 m2 has been designated as a golf area; the number of participant stands is 800, and the total number of visitors realized is around 65,000.

The exhibition area was quite sufficient, and at the fair, where there was great interest from both the participants and the visitors, Turkey's stand was in a central location on a 120 m2 area, maintaining its standard, usual organizational structure. At Turkey's stand, only ALANYA, THY, and ANTALYA GOLF CLUB were present as participants. Arrangements were provided under the chairmanship of Korhan Bey, a participant from the Copenhagen tourism consultancy.

There was particularly intense interest in the Puzzle and coloring booklets among the fair promotion and promotional products, during which Turkish delight was offered to guests.

Generally, repeat guests clearly stated their tendencies regarding returning. Many questions were asked about Alanya/Gazipaşa Airport. Regarding this matter, it was stated that the runway extension is being carried out and that operations could commence in the coming years. It was observed that many Danish residents have homes in Alanya and its surroundings, and that they actively contribute to the promotion of Alanya.

289,000 visitors from Denmark traveled to Türkiye during the year 2009, and this number is estimated to be 320,000 people for the year 2010. A large portion of this number is directed toward the Alanya destination.