Welcome to the 43^rd  UFTAA Congress and 3^rd NATTA Himalayan Intl. Travel Mart 2009

The UFTAA General Assembly and Annual World Congress is the yearly congregation of the organization’s members which is attended by the officials, guests and invited speakers. It is participated in by the senior leaders of various travel agents’ and tour operators associations from over 80 countries worldwide. The prestigious event consists of the Board Meeting, the Association leader’s Meeting, the General Assembly, and the Business sessions aimed at resolving pertinent issues to improve the travel industry. This year, Nepal Association of Tour and Travel Agents (NATTA) has the won the honor to host the 43^rd UFTAA World Congress in Kathmandu (Nepal) from 20^th-23^rd November 2009 and will be followed by 3^rd NATTA Himalayan Intl. Travel Mart-2009 (23^rd-25^th Nov 2009).

 Beside the official gatherings and social functions that mark the congress schedule, city and shopping tours are being arranged for the participants as well as the customary day excursion set at the “Shangri-La” ambience of the capital city of Kathmandu (Nepal) .Kathmandu is the only place in the world having more then 7 world Heritage sites within the radius of 20 kms .

 Under the theme “Sustainability ,Networking and Profitability” the co- organizers, composed of the Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) and Nepal Airlines Corporation are leaving no efforts spared in making the UFTAA 2009 Congress successful and enjoyable for all delegates and guests.   

Please also make it sure that you participate in the 3^rd NATTA Himalayan Intl. Travel Mart-2009. It’s indeed a wonderful opportunity for effective business networking.

Our Red-Carpet is ready to set unfolded to welcome you all to Kathmandu.

Regards,

Ram Kaji Koney

President