Piélagos is set to promote itself as a destination for experiential tourism at the 29th edition of the International Interior Tourism Fair (INTUR), taking place in Valladolid from 12 to 15 November. This was announced by mayor Carlos Caramés and the councillor responsible for tourism, Javier Toraya, who explained that, in collaboration with local producers and businesses, the municipality aims to attract visitors from the autonomous community of Castilla y León, which has increasingly become a source of holidaymakers choosing Piélagos as their vacation destination.
“Following the introduction of our hiking challenge, #PASaXPiélagos, a major natural scavenger hunt designed to showcase the various attractions of the municipality throughout the year, we will present visitors at INTUR with the wide range of possibilities offered by our more than 83 square kilometres. We want every visitor to engage actively with nature, culture, gastronomy, and the local community, experiencing the daily life of our 12 villages,” Caramés emphasised.
He expressed confidence that Piélagos is establishing itself as an emerging destination for experiential tourism. Through municipal initiatives and local businesses, visitors and residents can enjoy a variety of sensations and emotions, discover traditions, and create lasting memories that encourage return visits.
Councillor Toraya revealed that among those who visit the Piélagos stand at INTUR, which features an impressive 11,000 square metres and 125 exhibitors representing over a thousand destinations from Spain and Portugal, two overnight stays for two people will be raffled at the Gastro Hotel Palacio de Arce and Posada Venta del Mar in Liencres. “Thanks to the collaboration of local businesses, we will offer four people the chance to experience Piélagos, with its natural and cultural attractions, gastronomy, and high-quality local produce, as well as numerous experiences suitable for families, friends, or solo travellers at any time of the year,” the tourism councillor highlighted.
Additionally, Toraya mentioned the presence of local producers such as Sidra Somarroza from Renedo, Quesos El Bardal from Zurita, and Embutidos La Salada from Arce, whose products will be available for tasting at the stand. He also noted that there will be a quiz game rewarding visitors with prizes for their knowledge of the unique features of the municipality and its 12 villages.
