Targets 15-20% rise in tourists from Germany

Targets 15-20% rise in tourists from Germany

BERLIN: The Sultanate of Oman received 4 million visitors last year, which had a positive economic impact and this has encouraged the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism to implement various promotion programmes, including participation in this global exhibition.This was stated by Salim bin Mohammed al Mahrouqi, Minister of Heritage and Tourism, as the Sultanate of Oman’s pavilion at ITB Berlin 2024 was opened on Tuesday, with the participation of about 70 companies and tourism and hotel establishments.The pavilion showcases Oman’s tourism attractions and landmarks that abound in different governorates, as well as the services offered by travel and tourism companies to inbound visitors.The event also provides an opportunity for Oman to explore investment opportunities available in the tourism sector. The exhibitors allocate galleries in the pavilion for adventure tourism and Omani culinary arts, along with related products of small and medium enterprises (SMEs).The opening ceremony was held under the auspices of Kai Wenger, Mayor of Berlin and attended by Salim bin Mohammed al Mahrouqi, Minister of Heritage and Tourism, Azzan bin Qasim al

A view of Oman's Pavilion at ITB Berlin.

Busaidy, Under-Secretary of the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism for Tourism, Maitha bint Saif al Mahrouqiyah, Oman's Ambassador to Germany,