Mongolia, is the emerging destination for Americans seeking experiences from the adventurous to the luxurious. 

The Mongolia National Tourism Organization (MNTO) and Mongolia's Ministry of Roads, Transport, and Tourism (MRTT) hosted the first ever U.S. press event.

The event also marked the opening of MNTO's U.S. tourism office, operated in partnership with The Bradford Group, a NY-based Marketing/Advertising/PR firm. The office will serve as a hub for industry professionals. MNTO has become a member of three prestigious travel industry groups: US Tour Operators Association (USTOA), American Tourism Society (ATS), and Adventure Travel & Trade Association (ATTA).

H. E. Enkhtsetseg Ochir, Ambassador, Permanent Representative of Mongolia to the U.N., believes the US market is ideal for Mongolia: "Americans are travel trendsetters, and the allure of Mongolia's vast landscapes and nomadic culture offers the opportunity to explore the unexplored," said the Ambassador.

"There aren't many places where you can ride a horse, visit a nomadic family, then enjoy French cuisine and a massage at a brand-name hotel like Kempinski or Hilton all in the same day," added MNTO Governing Board Member Indraa Bold. "Mongolia routinely exceeds visitors' expectations!"

At this event, National Geographic Adventure Magazine presented Mongolia with their "Best of 2008 Adventure Destination" award.

About Mongolia

Independent, parliamentary republic located in Central Asia between China and Russia Home of the legendary Chinggis Khan, nomadic herders, the Gobi desert, and unique traditions Capital city, Ulaanbaatar, offers five-star accommodations and direct links to international hubs.

Travel highlights: horse trekking, visits with nomads, dinosaur fossils, archeological ruins, festivals, & temples
Mongolia offers ideal viewing of the August 2008 solar eclipse.