A group of four Italian journalists will come to Santa Catarina to see the state’s main tourist attractions in the coming weeks. Between January 28th and February 8th, tourism journalists from renowned Italian magazines, such as Elle Italia, National Geographic, Panorama and Revista F, will arrive in Florianópolis for a Press Trip organized by Sebrae/SC and by Embratur, in partnership with Santur, State Chamber of Tourism of Santa Catarina, Federation of Conventions Bureau, Floripa Airport and several Municipal Secretariats of Tourism.
The purpose of the action is to project the state internationally, favoring the generation of business and the inclusion of entrepreneurs in the tourist economy. The route includes the municipalities of Balneário Camboriú, Bombinhas, Bom Jardim, Florianópolis, Imbituba, Garopaba, Itajaí, Itapema, Joinville, Laguna, Praia Grande, Porto Belo, São Joaquim, Urubici and Urussanga, including mountains, beaches, mountains, historic centers , events and restaurants, demonstrating all the richness of natural, cultural and gastronomic beauties of Santa Catarina.
According to Alan Claumann, Tourism Project Manager at Sebrae/SC, journalists come to the state for exclusive and diversified experiences, both in terms of tourism and in other aspects. “At this time of economic recovery – and tourism – due to the covid-19 pandemic, actions of this nature are essential for tourists to discover new destinations such as those that exist in Santa Catarina. With this, it is expected that the state will be chosen more frequently by international tourists, ”he cites.
The expectation is that, after the trip, journalists write articles and publications with their impressions about the different destinations they visit and experience.
Meet the Press Trip participants
Stephanie Bonacina
A freelance journalist who has worked for several years for Elle Italy Magazine, and focuses its content on tourism news. Elle is one of the most popular weekly women’s fashion magazines in the world. The international brand present in 45 countries is able to intercept the tastes and passions of the female universe, in addition to publishing several articles on destinations around the world.
Silvia Gavino
He has worked for years as head of reporting at Magazine F, also covering current news and tourism. The weekly women’s magazine devotes ample space to subjects and points of view that interest its audience: current affairs, fashion, beauty, well-being and nutrition.
Amber Ronzoni
He is a freelance journalist and has been working as a travel reporter for over seven years for Revista National Geographic. The magazine is an Italian edition of the American magazine of the same name, published since 1888, and distributed in over 150 countries. National Geographic’s objective is to expand and disseminate knowledge of the planet and civilizations, through its reports of high scientific value and the great prestige it is recognized for: landscapes, peoples and cultures expressed through exclusive images.
Mark Perna
Author of television, radio and theater and director of documentaries. It tracks topics related to innovation, digital lifestyle and travel for Italy’s leading newspapers. Collaborates with Panorama Magazine, Wired, Vanity FairII Giornale, and also with Rai, Mediaset and BBC.
A group of four Italian journalists will come to Santa Catarina to see the state’s main tourist attractions in the coming weeks. Between January 28th and February 8th, tourism journalists from renowned Italian magazines, such as Elle Italia, National Geographic, Panorama and Revista F, will arrive in Florianópolis for a Press Trip organized by Sebrae/SC and by Embratur, in partnership with Santur, State Chamber of Tourism of Santa Catarina, Federation of Conventions Bureau, Floripa Airport and several Municipal Secretariats of Tourism.
The purpose of the action is to project the state internationally, favoring the generation of business and the inclusion of entrepreneurs in the tourist economy. The route includes the municipalities of Balneário Camboriú, Bombinhas, Bom Jardim, Florianópolis, Imbituba, Garopaba, Itajaí, Itapema, Joinville, Laguna, Praia Grande, Porto Belo, São Joaquim, Urubici and Urussanga, including mountains, beaches, mountains, historic centers , events and restaurants, demonstrating all the richness of natural, cultural and gastronomic beauties of Santa Catarina.
According to Alan Claumann, Tourism Project Manager at Sebrae/SC, journalists come to the state for exclusive and diversified experiences, both in terms of tourism and in other aspects. “At this time of economic recovery – and tourism – due to the covid-19 pandemic, actions of this nature are essential for tourists to discover new destinations such as those that exist in Santa Catarina. With this, it is expected that the state will be chosen more frequently by international tourists, ”he cites.
The expectation is that, after the trip, journalists write articles and publications with their impressions about the different destinations they visit and experience.
Meet the Press Trip participants
Stephanie Bonacina
A freelance journalist who has worked for several years for Elle Italy Magazine, and focuses its content on tourism news. Elle is one of the most popular weekly women’s fashion magazines in the world. The international brand present in 45 countries is able to intercept the tastes and passions of the female universe, in addition to publishing several articles on destinations around the world.
Silvia Gavino
He has worked for years as head of reporting at Magazine F, also covering current news and tourism. The weekly women’s magazine devotes ample space to subjects and points of view that interest its audience: current affairs, fashion, beauty, well-being and nutrition.
Amber Ronzoni
He is a freelance journalist and has been working as a travel reporter for over seven years for Revista National Geographic. The magazine is an Italian edition of the American magazine of the same name, published since 1888, and distributed in over 150 countries. National Geographic’s objective is to expand and disseminate knowledge of the planet and civilizations, through its reports of high scientific value and the great prestige it is recognized for: landscapes, peoples and cultures expressed through exclusive images.
Mark Perna
Author of television, radio and theater and director of documentaries. It tracks topics related to innovation, digital lifestyle and travel for Italy’s leading newspapers. Collaborates with Panorama Magazine, Wired, Vanity FairII Giornale, and also with Rai, Mediaset and BBC.
