Veselo Festival
An original project of the CITA Travel Company organized in association with Kvartal 95 Studio. Veselo
A place that combines active family leisure with the finest humor brought by the best artists.
The Festival’s daytime program includes sports and entertainment events under the supervision of world class athlete champions, versatile animation activities and an organized excursion program.
The nighttime program is made up of large-scale gigs featuring top artists of the vocal and humor genres with maximum involvement of festival audience; after evening concerts, dance-through-the night rousing parties are fired.
The Participants of Our Festivals Kvartal 95 Studio, Valeriy Meladze, Elena Vayenga, Vladimir Presnyakov and Natalia Podolskaya, Diana Arbenina and Nochniye Snaipery, Jamala, Lolita, Potap and Nas- tia, Vremia I Steklo, Mozgi, Ani Lorak, Tina Karol, Boombox, Gaitana, Okean Elzy, Yolka, Leonid Agutin, Irina Bilyk, TIK, Mashyna vremeni, VV, Vera Brezhneva, Pianoboy, Lyapis-98, Monatik, Mikhail Efremov, Thomas Anders – the front man of the world-famous Modern Talking band, Uma2rman, Dzidzio, Natalia Mogilevskaya, Nino Katamadze, Vakhtang Kikabidze, Olya Polyakova, Bez Obmezhen, Mgzavrebi Band, Nutsa Buzaladze, On I Ona, NuAngels, Vlad Yama, Vasiliy Virastiuk, Ekaterina Serebrianskaya, Aleksey Mikhailichenko, Vadim Yevtushenko, Vladislav Vashchuk, Nina Radzievskaya, Viktor Anisimov, Andre Tan, OK Bar residents, Uyezdnyi Gorod, Banda Dizel, and Bratia Shumakhery teams, Women’s Quarter, Humour Cup, Improv Live Show, Dmitriy Komarov, Anna Zavalskaya, Vincenzo Barba, Aleklsandr Androsov, Laima Vaikule and others. Festival Audience • Successful and popular people, businessmen, sports celebrities, public figures; • The overwhelming majority of Veselo guests come to Veselo Festival with their families; • Many have traveled with the festival more than once and have brought friends along, who, in their turn, spread the word about Veselo Festival in their milieu. May 1-8, 2009 — 1st Veselo 2009 Festival in Greece (Western Peloponnesus), Aldemar Olympian Village Hotel 5*.
nd January 3-10, 2010 — 2 Veselo 2010 Festival in Jordan, Moevenpick Resort & SPA Hotel 5*.
rd May 1-8, 2010 — 3 Veselo 2010 Festival in Greece (Kos Island), Grecotel Kos Imperial & Thalasso Hotel 5.
th January 3-10, 2011 — 4 Veselo 2011 Festival in UAE, Hilton Ras al Khaimah Resort & SPA Hotel 5*.
th May 1-10, 2011 — 5 Veselo 2011 Festival in Greece (Rhodes Island), Atlantica Hotels & Resort 5*.
th April 28 - May 5, 2012 — 6 Veselo 2012 Festival in Greece (Western Peloponnesus), Grecotel Olympia Riviera Resort Hotel Complex 5*.
th April 29 - May 6, 2013 — 7 Veselo 2013 Festival in Turkey (Dalaman), Hilton Dalaman Sarigerme Resort & Spa Hotel 5*.
th April 29 - May 6, 2014 — 8 Veselo 2014 Festival in Greece (Western Peloponnesus), Grecotel Olympia Riviera Resort Hotel Complex 5*.
th May 1-8, 2015 — 9 Veselo 2015 Festival in Ukraine (Bukovel), Bukovel Tourist Complex. 10th Veselo 2016 Festival in Greece (Crete Island), May 1-8, 2016 — Out of the Blue Capsis Elite Resort Hotel Complex 5*.
th May 1-8, 2017 — 11 Veselo 2017 Festival in Turkey (Dalaman), Hilton Dalaman Sarigerme Resort & Spa Hotel 5*.
th January 4-11, 2018 — 12 Veselo 2018 in Azerbaijan (Gabala), Qafqaz Hotels & Resorts.
th April 30 - May 6, 2018 — 13 Veselo 2018 in Turkey (Belek), Sueno Hotels Deluxe Belek 5*. January 2-9, 2019 — 14th Veselo 2019 in Poland (Arlamow), Arlamow Hotel 4*. April 30 - May 7, 2019 — 15th Veselo 2019 in Turkey (Bodrum), Lujo Bodrum 5*. Famous people sharing about the Festival…
…It is nice to realize that the level of the Veselo Festival is on the constant rise. Yet it preserves the atmosphere of a large scout camp. For those who have been festival’s guests more than once, it doesn’t really matter which venue it will take place at next time. As long as it is fun. But these people are actually the ones who create heaps of fun around themselves… Vladimir Zelenskiy, showman
…It is an excellent alternative to any family vacation. It is a chance to reinforce relations within the family, between children and parents. Here, you don’t lie around with a glass of wine bored to the bone; you participate actively in the vibrant festival life, in the company of renowned people… ВVasiliy Virastiuk, athlete, two-time holder of the World’s Strongest Man title
We really love Greece, we like everything about it! We even stayed for one additional day. Today we’re going to taste some fish with Volodia Zelenskiy and Valera Meladze, for some reason, it is particularly good here in Greece!
Overall, Veselo Festival is awesome! People are friendly and fun!))) We had a great concert, a positive and kind one! We enjoyed every bit of it! Thank you for the invitation! We hope to continue as the good friends of Kvartal! Vladimir Presnyakov, a singer, composer, actor, and Natalia Podolskaya, a singer The organizers came up with an excellent idea of combining active leisure with an entertainment program, what could be better! My family and I visited the festival twice; I enjoyed both working and resting there. We organized football tournaments for children and adults, at which the finalists played in a super match against the “all-star” team. We experienced tons of positive emotions and unforgettable impressions! I wish Veselo Festival movement to welcome each year more and more people willing to have a good time! Aleksey Mikhailichenko, football player, Olympic champion and Cup Winners’ Cup Holder
...I’d like to thank the organizers for inviting me to perform on the stage of an ancient amphitheater on one of the most picturesque Greek islands – Rhodes. Splendid atmosphere and grateful audience! I really enjoyed socializing with the Ukrainians! My best wishes to the Festival! Thomas Anders, singer, Modern Talking front man
... Veselo Festival is a genuine feast of music, sports and great mood. The organizers managed to create an incredibly unforgettable atmosphere. The event gave you the opportunity to hang out with friends, have a good time and to simply rest from everyday worries! Ani Lorak, singer ...I am often asked, “What’s your perfect vacation?” And it seems to me that it’s easy to find an answer to that question by going to Veselo Festival at least once! Dances in the morning, sports and games in the afternoon, concerts in the evening, and other kinds of dances at night, and all that is in the company of wonderful people and non-stop humor. I talked about the festival excitedly and at great length to my friends; next time I am bringing them along, to prove that I wasn’t giving them a say-so! I am excited and recommend everyone going to the festival! :-))) Vladislav Yama, dancer and choreographer
…Veselo is an amazing festival, a vivid, incredibly red hot and positive one. Many thanks to all organizers for creating a great atmosphere of a holiday, unforgettable vacation and entertainment! Potap and Nastia Duo will be happy to go to the festival again, to make the event still more fun! Potap, producer and Potap and Nastia Duo performer, director, showman
...I was invited to the festival in Emirates to give a solo concert, but alongside that, I really enjoyed participating in multiple events and contests of this big-time feast. For example, there was a surprise in store for the Karaoke contest winner – together we performed a song at my concert. I wish to Veselo Festival new successes and prosperity!... Tina Karol, singer
...It’s a great festival! From morning to evening, the day is packed with all sorts of events. People have what to choose from – whether it is sports, dancing, star concerts or the disco! In a word, VESELO is FUN!... Elka, singer Our flight landed in Athens at 11 a.m. and instead of 3.5 hours, our trip to hotel took around eight hours, as we stopped by in different villages, enjoyed the most delicious food in national taverns, and drank Greek wine! And it felt so peaceful and heartfelt… My impressions of the festival are the best! But most memorable to me was breakfast time when artists and festival guests mingled together. Everyone is equal! People greet each other, say hello, smile, like one large amicable company. On the whole, the atmosphere is very good and positive))). I heard that great DJs work with you, so I am going to the night disco party. I hope the impressions will be still brighter! I wish good luck and many future successes to Veselo Festiva! Valeriy Meladze, singer
Around me are great people! They realize that I am just like anyone else. I eat, I sleep and I walk, like everybody! We live next door to the Ukrainians, we socialize, discuss things. Everything is good, most importantly, people are kind and open! In our turbulent time, if you ask me, “Do I like here at Veselo Festival?” My answer will be, “I sure do! I like it a lot!” The spectators are superb, the equipment is finely tuned, everything is organized on the highest level! Great job! Keep it up! Elena Vayenga, singer, songwriter, composer
It was all in high gear, loads of positive emotions. I really liked it! All Ukrainian regions are represented in the festival, moreover, it welcomed foreigners who had first 3-4 songs translated to them, and then they danced with the rest of the crowd, because music is an international thing. Veselo Festival offers special energy and drive. Good luck to everyone! The TIK Band ...We had so much fun! It is especially delightful to see so many fellow countrymen around, who speak your language and understand you at once. But most importantly, everyone will find something to do at the festival – kids and adults, parents and children rest and have fun together, feeling very comfortable at the same time!.. The Boombox Band
...It was a superb, inspiring and vivid vacation that brought unforgettable emotions, energy and strengths for new creative endeavors, new songs and videos. In our life, it is crucial to move, to walk in sync with nature and the heart. CITA created that exact kind of atmosphere for people. Active, rich, colorful vacation, which, in its endless whirl of activities, games, contests, concerts, brings sweet fatigue and happiness from life! Thank you! I wish organizers prosperity, inspiration and success in all matters! Gaitana, singer
…I am surprised and joyous each time. Excellent organization, grateful audience – that’s what an artist needs. You always discover something new at the festival. New countries, new friends, new sensations. Excellent vacation that everyone should experience… Sergey Pisarenko, showman, comedian actor
...For me, days spent at Veselo Festival are unforgettable…, because I felt not like the “star” Irina Bilyk, but like an ordinary person, I sunbathed with my son, picked pebbles, and swam in the sea! It seems to me that at the festival, people rejoice at meeting one another, because everyone looks forward to the festival all year long, and May holidays do not pass in a boring way in Kyiv, Odessa or Donetsk, but at sea, under the sun, and in a merry company of favorite artists. Thanks go to the festival for socializing opportunities and meeting new people! Irina Bilyk, singer Salute to all those inspired by the Greek Festival! To express my impressions without unnecessary words, it suffices to say that upon return, a Mandola Rosa has found its home on my bedside table. I look at it late in the evening and smile recollecting the great time I’ve had, and when I wake up I want to go back to Greek dawns again. It was awesome indeed! It was awesome singing for you, a great effervescent audience. It was awesome getting you acquainted with my twins and watching you examine each other. It was awesome falling from laughter, looking at the festival diary – it was convincing and funny! It was awesome living those short young may days with you … I do not know what the world rests upon, but I am confident that witty joyful young guys and girls – just like the ones I’ve met this Greek spring – make it a better place. Thank you! Diana Arbenina and Nochniye Snaipery Band
...I’ve never been to Greece, but I really wanted to visit the country! It was interesting for me to meet the Greeks – they are great dreamers))) So many myths and legends have come into existence here, that I call Greece the Land of Dreamers! Veselo Festival is a great thing! Imagine: you can come, have rest and go to a concert, which you can’t do in everyday life due to work or some problems. And here, you come to the seaside, the sun shines, you see the content faces of your countrymen around having fun non-stop! I think it’s superb!.. Jamala, singer …I’ve visited the festival once, but really want to go again. Of all products offered in the tourist market, objectively, I haven’t found an alternative. Good organization and maximum involvement of tourists and guests… Ekaterina Serebrianskaya, athlete, Olympic champion
We were invited to Veselo Festival in Bukovel and we felt at home here, because the audience here knows and loves us! We’ve had a very interesting experience performing on the same stage with Kvartal 95; the guys, just like our band, appreciate genuine humor and are not afraid to joke about anything. We’ve managed to combine useful things with pleasant things, that is, to perform and rest all at once. Invite us again!
Dzidzio, musician, DZIDZIO Band lead singer
Veselo Festival is an incredible symbiosis of creativity and humor. I enjoyed the time in the company of positive, light and kind-hearted people. Thank you everyone for amazing emotions, it was great! Natalia Mogilevskaya, singer, producer, People’s Artist of Ukraine …The festival in Jordan became a real breakthrough in tourist relations of the two countries. This was the first large-scale visit of Jordan by tourists from the entire post-Soviet space. Yuriy Feodoseyevich Malko, Ambassador Extraordinary & Plenipotentiary of Ukraine in Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan
…The experience of work with Veselo Festival opened up a totally different approach to organizing tourist leisure. What the festival organizers do, no one else does in Ukraine so far. Valeriy Ivanovich Tsybukh, Ambassador Extraordinary & Plenipotentiary of Ukraine in the Republic of Greece, 2005 - 2010.
…It is great honor and joy to be invited to Veselo Festival. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all those present here! Many thanks to organizers and participants for an excellent feast that united all of us regardless of nationality or place of residence. I sincerely wish you further success! Yuriy Vladimirovich Polurez, Ambassador Extraordinary & Plenipotentiary of Ukraine in United Arab Emirateх
...It is nice to see my fellow countrymen here on the Greek land. I would like to express sincere gratitude to the director and the team of CITA Travel Company for the invitation and hospitality. My congratulations on the Victory day to all of you; I wish you good mood at this remarkable feast – Veselo Festiva! Vladimir Anatolyevich Shkurov, Ambassador Extraordinary & Plenipotentiary of Ukraine in the Republic of Greeceе
...The organization of the festival in Turkey was above the highest of accolades. A great place, an elaborate program, clear arrangements – all that facilitated the establishing of the atmosphere of a true feast. It is obvious that CITA is one of the best companies, a genuine leader in this segment of tourism. Thank you so much for the invitation. Come again! Sergey Korsunskiy, Ambassador Extraordinary & Plenipotentiary of Ukraine in the Republic of Turkey Festival Achievements
• The festival has welcomed more than 15,000 visitors;
• Veselo tours can be purchased from more than 3,500 Ukrainian travel agencies nationwide;
• More than 3 million Internet users within and without Ukraine take interest in the events of the festival;
• Veselo Festivals gather the most popular artists and public figures of Ukraine.
You are welcome to look at festival video and photo reports online at http://www.cita.com.ua/projects-festival_veselo.html Thank you for your attention! The feast goes on!