The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the travel market beyond recognition. But don't be scared: it did not vanish, the travel market continues to develop!

In the podcast, we taste Eastern Europe talking to local entrepreneurs, officials, and other experts about how the region's tourism adapts to the demands of time and what it has to offer travel seekers.

Our today's topic is  Azerbaijan: all kinds of experiences in one country. Vafa Safarli - Communications Manager of the Azerbaijan Tourism Board - is our guest today.

Here are the timeframes of our talk:

1:15 - A brief introduction by acquaintance with Vafa and her experience at Azerbaijan Tourism Board
2:58 - About tourism in Azerbaijan during the time of the pandemic
5:22 - Adaptation of the country's tourism to the pandemic
9:01 - What are further reasons why tourists should visit Azerbaijan
10:53 - Azerbaijan's changes in mobility, tourism infrastructure, and green tourism
12:42 - Is there a place for tourism in the pandemic world
14:12 - Carpet weaving: how the country visitors can immerse themselves into this tradition and take part in this exciting process
16:48 - In the light of rapid spreading of the Omicron: why tourists could feel safe in Azerbaijan
18:45 - Favorite locations of Vafa in Azerbaijan
19:54 - Vafa's top-3 things list country visitors must do in Azerbaijan
21:22 - Her favorite national meal
22:15 - Why does she love Azerbaijan the most

Let's taste Eastern Europe together!