MADRID, October 9, 2023 (WAM) — The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) invites Bahrain to host the world’s largest gastronomic tourism event, the 9th UNWTO World Forum on Gastronomic Tourism, in 2024. Admitted.
According to Bahrain News Agency (BNA), UNWTO’s announcement was made on the sidelines of the 8th World Forum on Gastronomy and Tourism, to be held by the World Tourism Organization and its affiliates in San Sebastian, Spain, from October 5 to 7. , the Basque Culinary Center (BCC) facilitates the exchange of tourism and gastronomy expertise, identifies good practices and promotes gastronomic tourism as a key element of destination development.
Bahrain Tourism and Exhibition Authority (BTEA) will host the 9th UNWTO Gastronomy Tourism World Forum 2024 at Exhibition World Bahrain in Sakhir, the newest and largest convention and exhibition center in the Middle East.
This outstanding international recognition supports Bahrain’s pursuit of innovation and excellence in gastronomic tourism on a global scale, strengthens Bahrain’s competitiveness in various conferences and exhibitions around the world, and raises awareness about and improves food and beverage culture. reflects the insightful vision of the Ministry of Tourism and BTEA to participate in this initiative. It aims to promote gastronomic tourism globally and ideally position Saudi Arabia as one of the most popular international destinations for gourmets and gastronomy lovers.
This direction is well aligned with the Tourism Strategy 2022-2026 objective of transforming Bahrain into a leading regional and global tourism hub.
“We are very pleased to be hosting the Forum in the Middle East for the first time.As the region is rapidly developing in the tourism sector, we are proud to share Bahrain’s rich heritage and unique spirit of sharing embedded in its gastronomy. , we are excited to introduce the driving force of inclusivity in “Tourism Development,” said UNWTO Secretary-General Zurab Pololikashvili.
Dr Nasser Qaidi, CEO of BTEA, said: “Bahrain has such a diverse range of culinary flavor combinations that reflect its rich heritage and attractive spotlight for gourmet and gourmet tourists. “We are proud to have this prestigious event, which will serve as an ideal platform to offer a variety of cuisines.” It is the best innovative solution to improve gastronomic tourism,” he added.