Sustainable model of tourist information centers in the Republic of Macedonia
Sustainable model of tourist information centers in the Republic of Macedonia

Summary/Abstract: This article is focused on functioning of TIC in the Republic of Macedonia and creation of sustainable model of TIC applicative in local circumstances. For this purpose, the operating of thirteen TIC in the Republic of Macedonia is analyzed. Generally the method of observing of their organization and operation is used, from which arise main characteristic of their present functioning and the problems that they are facing till now are identified. For more specific issues the method of interview with TIC representatives is used, also. The research shows that the present situation of TIC is not favorable, and they are facing with problems relating to their organization, locations, formal cooperation with real sector, promotion, but significant problem is providing financial sources for normal functioning of TIC. Therefore, different model for sustainable TIC ongoing is needed. Namely, the sustainable model of TIC will provide its successful operating in market circumstances.

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