The event is being organized by the Guatemalan Chamber of Tourism and the Guatemalan Tourism Institute, and aims to be a window for promoting the country as a tourist destination and a platform for generating business among participants in the tourism sector.

The Fair will feature three areas, physical Expo Stands, virtual trade show and conference programs.

"Expo physical stands: There will be an exhibition area where Guatemalan companies can acquire a stand in order to have personal contact with international wholesalers from markets such as Costa Rica, Panama, Mexico, Canada, among others, as well as decision makers from major commercial, industrial and services companies operating in the country as well as the general public", reports Siglo21.com.gt.

Source: siglo21.com.gt

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