{"id":19640,"date":"2024-01-11T12:59:17","date_gmt":"2024-01-11T10:59:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/moldova.travel\/?p=19640"},"modified":"2025-03-04T15:38:56","modified_gmt":"2025-03-04T13:38:56","slug":"why-visit-moldova-in-2024","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/moldova.travel\/en\/why-visit-moldova-in-2024\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Visit Moldova in 2025?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Award-winning rural, culinary and wine tourism experiences, new airlines flying to Moldova, an expanded network of rural B&Bs, new cultural routes and openings in Chisinau, a new ecotourism route opening up northwestern Moldova, and the \u201cTree of Life\u201d cultural calendar with 40 events and festivals.  So many unique cultural and wine experiences await in Moldova, without the crowds and with a personal touch. <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are just a few of the many reasons to visit Moldova in 2025.\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Valeni has been named \u201cBest Tourism Village\u201d by UNWTO and other international awards for best culinary and beverage experiences <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Located in the Lower Prut UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, Valeni is a village in southern Moldova<\/a> known for both its rich natural resources and cultural traditions. And more recently, how its model of sustainable rural tourism development plays a role in the conservation of both, so that the richness of the local environment and culture are understood and valued by local residents and travelers alike. In addition, the village is a pioneer SMART village applying digital innovation and renewable energy into local services and tourism infrastructure. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

These are just a few of the reasons why Valeni was named as a Best Tourism Village<\/a> by World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) in 2023.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Preserving culinary and cultural traditions in Valeni. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Bird watching on Lake Beleu by traditional wooden boats.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

According to the UNWTO, \u201cValeni offers a unique tourism experience, blending cultural immersion, Moldovan wine tasting, and natural adventures\u2026reshaping its economy from unsustainable agriculture to sustainable practices.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Travelers can go hiking or cycling<\/a> along trails around Lake Beleu, the Valeni Golden Hills, and the road of Petru Rares or join a cooking class to learn how to make pla\u010dinte<\/em> (a traditional Moldovan dish<\/a>) or take part in a traditional HORA dance or enjoy Moldovan hospitality and tranquility at one of the family-run B&Bs or guest houses. Or maybe, do it all to enjoy the full Valeni experience, immersed in nature and culture. See for yourself in this video.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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