Overall objective

Exploring the tourism potential of the Moldova Region and developing effective strategies to attract tourists, increase investments in tourism infrastructure and promote the region internationally.

Main topics

  • Strategies for tourism development in Moldova

    • Creating and promoting regional tourism brands
    • Public-private partnerships for the development of tourism infrastructure
    • Successful models from other regions of Romania and Europe

  • Cultural, historical and ecumenical tourism

    1. Promoting the cultural and historical heritage of Moldova
    2. Religious tourist routes: monasteries in Bucovina and other pilgrimage sites
    3. Integrating UNESCO heritage into international circuits

  • Active tourism and ecotourism

    • Development of mountain trails and adventure tourism
    • Opportunities for ecotourism and rural tourism in mountainous and hilly areas
    • The impact of environmental protection on sustainable tourism

  • Digitalization and innovation in tourism

    • The role of digital platforms and mobile applications in promoting tourism
    • Implementing smart technologies in the management of tourist destinations
    • Examples of good practices from other regions

  • Events and festivals as engines of tourism

    • Organizing thematic events to increase the attractiveness of the region
    • Collaboration between local authorities and tourism operators
    • Creating integrated tourism products

Tourism and Destination Development in the Moldova Region

Vatra Dornei, July 9-12, 2025

Panel 7 Program – Tourism and Destination Development in the Moldova Region

Day 1 – Wednesday, July 9, 2025

Theme: Interdisciplinary Cooperation – Tourism and Culture in the Moldova Region Time Slot: 14:30 – 17:00

14:30 – 14:35 | Official Opening

Message from Mr. Ion Ștefanovici, President of CAPDR

Read by Mrs. Carmen Năstase

Central theme: Call for interinstitutional cooperation to support the tourist and cultural identity of the Moldova Region and announcement of the common strategic objective of the two panels: development of an integrated regional tourism platform – the future booking platform of the Moldova Region. (The platform will function as a digital ecosystem for tourism – a tool for planning, booking, and promoting the entire Moldova Region).)

14:40 – 15:42 | Screening of the feature film – “The Sun of Moldova”

Duration: 62 minutes An impactful production by Claudia Stravositu and Adi Codoi www.soarelemoldovei.ro

15:42 – 15:50 | Presentation of the “The Sun of Moldova” project

Presented by: Claudia Stravositu and Adi Codoi

– The artistic and educational message of the film – Tourism, culture, and heritage as strategic resources for Moldova

15:50 – 16:20 | Operational presentations of the Panels on July 10 and 11

15:50 – 16:00 Alexandru Covașă – Panel 7 Moderator – Tourism – Morning session agenda – Main themes and involved actors

16:00 – 16:10 Carmen Năstase – Panel 10 Moderator – Culture – Afternoon program – Objectives and role of cultural heritage

16:10 – 16:20 Carmen Boiciuc – PhD Candidate, Doctoral School of Applied Sciences and Engineering, USV Coordinator of the evening Infotrips (18:00–20:00) – Presentation of Day 3 program – Thematic visit to the Dorne Basin (by bus) 16:20 – 17:00 | Open dialogue and registrations

– Preliminary discussions between guests and participants – Allocation into thematic groups (Tourism/Culture) – Registration for the infotrip and field activities on July 11

Day 2 – Thursday, July 10, 2025

Location: Culture House, Vatra Dornei Time: 09:00 – 12:30 I. Opening and Tourism in the Moldova Region (Romania)

09:00 – 09:05 | Alexandru Covașă – Panel 7 Moderator Official opening of the panel and presentation of general objectives

09:05 – 09:15 | Liliana Agheorghicesei – President of the Suceava SME Patronages Impact of the VAT increase on Romanian tourism

09:15 – 09:25 | Carmen Boiciuc – Manager OMD Piatra Neamț Structuring tourism offers around accommodations and local events

09:25 – 09:35 | Moisii Anca – Lidana Guesthouse – Vama, Suceava Integration of tourism services – a successful local model

09:35 – 09:45 | Alexandru Covașă – Project “On Horses to Mitoc”, Mitocu Dragomirnei Equestrian tourism and revitalizing traditions in northern Moldova

09:45 – 09:50 | Mircea Păcuraru – Representative of the Deer Farm – Dârmoxa Biodiversity, wildlife observation tourism, and niche attractions in the Dorne area

09:50 – 09:55 | Vasile Cozan – Mayor of Panaci Perspectives on integrated development in mountain tourism in Suceava County

09:55 – 10:00 | Alexandra Niță – Mayor of Borca, Neamț County Connecting tourist routes between Borca and Vatra Dornei – a regional mountain bridge

10:00 – 10:05 | Țifui Dumitru Bogdan – Mayor of Fărcașa, Neamț County Valorizing natural heritage and the role of local communities

10:05 – 10:10 | Dr. Eng. Cătălin Burlui – Suceava Forestry Directorate Hunting tourism – sustainable management and exclusive attraction

10:10 – 10:15 | Ana Maria Ardeleanu – Roman Gardens – Bicaz Lake, Neamț An integrated relaxing tourism experience in the mountain landscape

10:15 – 10:25 | Dumitrița Luncanu – Co-founder Zenzia Glamping Presentation of Zenzia Glamping. Current issues in Neamț tourism

II. International Opening – Expansion of Via Moldavia

10:25 – 10:40 | Ana Șandra – Interim Director, National Tourism Office RM, Republic of Moldova Republic of Moldova – traditions, customs, wine, and digital transformation

10:40 – 10:50 | Viorel Miron – OMD “Riviera Nistrului,” Republic of Moldova The Riviera Nistrului destination – an emerging attraction on Via Moldavia

10:50 – 11:00 | Dorina Onici – Director of “La Tudora” Guesthouse, Ștefan Vodă District, Republic of Moldova Promoting green and sustainable tourism in the Lower Dniester region

11:00 – 11:10 | Viorica Mamaliga – Director, OMD GAL “Plaiul Codrilor” GAL “Plaiul Codrilor” experience in piloting the local OMD concept

11:10 – 11:20 | Representative of Soroca District Council, Republic of Moldova Promoting cultural heritage and cross-border partnerships in tourism

11:20 – 11:35 | Alexandr Palariev – Manager Frumushika Nova, Ukraine A regional example of economic revitalization through integrated tourism

11:35 – 11:40 | Message read by Mrs. Carmen Năstase, on behalf of Mr. Ion Ștefanovici, President of CAPDR: “The Moldova Region must not only be visited – it must be understood, lived, promoted, and digitally connected. The regional tourism platform is not just a website, but an infrastructure of trust, partnerships, and content. Tourism will unite what history, geography, and economic challenges have separated. Through Via Moldavia, we reconnect Moldova – from Vatra Dornei to Durău, from the Neamț Land to the Dniester Riviera and the Bugeac Steppe, from the Carpathians to the Black Sea.”

III. Conclusions and Strategic Directions

11:40 – 12:30 – Summary discussion on the themes addressed in the Panel – Confirmation of the common direction: development of the Moldova Region Booking Platform – a digital tourism ecosystem connected to regional identity and infrastructure – Integration of conclusions into the Multiannual Programmatic Document of the Moldova Region, in the chapter dedicated to tourism and related industries

Day 3 – Field Visits

    • Friday, July 11, 2025
    • Dorne Region
    • Day dedicated to field exploration of local projects in agriculture, mountain economy, and natural resource valorization. Participants will visit farms, processing units, tourism, and forestry initiatives relevant to the sustainable development of the mountain area.

July 11 course

No.

TIME

LOCATION

LENGHT OF STAY

1

09:00

House of Culture of Vatra Dornei Municipality
(behind the Town Hall)

departure

2

09:30 – 10:10

Tinovul Mare
Poiana Stampei, Poiana Stampei Commune, Suceava County

40 minutes

3

10:45 – 11:45

Casa Eco Dorna 2
52C Negrești Street, Vatra Dornei, 725700

60 minutes

4

12:10 – 12:40

Panaci Park/Centrul Central, 727405

30 minutes

5

13:00 – 13:40

Gura Haitii Fishery

Main Street, Gura Haitii, Șaru Dornei Comunne, 727516

40 minutes

6

13:50 – 14:20

Adrian Cruceanu – Cheeses

Neagra Șarului, Șaru Dornei, Suceava, 727517

30 minutes

7

14:25 – 14:55

Călimani National Park
Șaru Dornei, 727515

30 minutes

8

15:25 – 16:05

Balneoclimateric Resort Dorna Candrenilor
Dorna Candrenilor Comunne, 727190

40 minutes

9

16:35 – 17:35

Museum of Decorated Eggs, Ciocănești

60 minutes

10

18:00

House of Culture of Vatra Dornei Municipality
(behind the Town Hall)

ending