Special tourism packages for Sur – the Arab Tourism Capital

  • Date: 07-May-2024
  • Source: Muscat Daily
  • Sector:Tourism
  • Country:UAE
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Special tourism packages for Sur – the Arab Tourism Capital

The Ministry of Heritage and Tourism (MHT) has introduced special tourism packages for the wilayat of Sur, the Arab Tourism Capital 2024. The launch took place at the Arabian Travel Market 2024 exhibition in Dubai on TuesdayMuscat – The Ministry of Heritage and Tourism (MHT) has introduced special tourism packages for the wilayat of Sur, the Arab Tourism Capital 2024. The launch took place at the Arabian Travel Market 2024 exhibition in Dubai on Tuesday.

Dr Walid Ali al Hinnawi, assistant secretary-general for Events and Media at the Arab Tourism Organization, expressed optimism about Sur’s success as a major destination for Arab and international tourism in 2024.

“Sur is distinguished by marine and environmental tourism,” he noted.

Dr Hinnawi highlighted the significant development in tourism in Oman, attributed to efforts by those involved in the field.

“These efforts are expected to bring significant returns in the number of tourists during the coming period.”

He explained that cities awarded the title of Arab Tourism Capital usually see a more than 50% increase in tourist numbers compared to previous years.

“There is a cooperation programme between the organisation and MHT, with several activities to be implemented, including training courses, workshops, and various tourism activities,” he added.

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