National project Tourism Clusters 300+

Catalyzing Regional Tourism Development Across Ukraine

📍 Location: Ukraine
🏛️ Initiative: National Tourism Clusters 300+ Project
🤝 Key Contributors:

Tetiana Tymoshenko – Co-Founder
Oleksandr Fainin – Project Mentor
Anna Romanova – Member of Parliament, Head of the Parliamentary Subcommittee on Tourism and Resorts

📆 Timeline: 2018–2022
🎯 Focus: Cluster-Based Tourism Development, Economic Growth, Regional Collaboration

🌟 Project Overview

The “Tourism Clusters 300+” project was an ambitious national initiative aimed at transforming Ukraine’s tourism landscape through the establishment of over 300 regional clusters within three years. These clusters were designed to foster effective social interaction, enhance tourist destinations, and stimulate economic development across the country.

The project’s goals included:

Creating more than 300 tourism clusters with the necessary infrastructure for effective operation
Generating an additional $50 million in state budget revenue over five years
Attracting between $800 million and $1.5 billion in investments through the development of a cluster-based tourism economy

Notable successes of the project include the establishment of the West Cherkaschyna Tourism Cluster and the Azov Macro-Destination, which have become exemplary models of regional tourism development.

🚀 Key Achievements

Established over 300 tourism clusters across Ukraine
Enhanced regional collaboration among tourism stakeholders
Stimulated significant investment in tourism infrastructure
Developed successful models like the West Cherkaschyna Tourism Cluster and Azov Macro-Destination

💡 Why It Matters

By fostering regional collaboration and focusing on cluster-based development, the “Tourism Clusters 300+” project has played a pivotal role in revitalizing Ukraine’s tourism sector. It has not only boosted local economies but also positioned Ukraine as a dynamic and attractive destination for domestic and international tourists.