NTA, Ljubljana, Slovenia

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The National Tourist Association (NTA) was founded on 16th of December 1993 as non-governmental and not for profit organization. Its primary aim is to accelerate and promote tourism development as a strategic development opportunity in Slovenia. According to the NTA Tourism is an economic activity that can contribute substantially to higher production, economic growth and the creation of job, faster inclusion in market economy of developed countries and development of businesses. On the other hand tourism also contributes to the growth and promotion of Slovene image abroad and to well-being of Slovene citizens.

The NTA • accelerates the development of the profession, knowledge and the usage of modern technology • accelerates the development of top quality – excellence and competitive position in tourism • implements international standards and criteria, that are in force in the European Union • develops a dialogue of tourism with Slovene economy, government and politics