In this session, we will explore different models of how private and public bodies collaborate in tourism in other destinations. After looking at these examples, we want to discuss with you how such a model of collaboration and cooperation could be applied to the East Jerusalem sector in the context of the Palestinian tourism ecosystem...

This session is a follow-up discussion on an important point raised in our December 13th discussion on “Destination Management Organizations” (DMO): What and where is Destination Palestine?! What are the boundaries of the Palestinian tourism sector? Without a clear understanding of what we actually speak about, when we say, “Destination Palestine”, it is arguably impossible...

How many tourists visit Palestine? Where do they come from and how long do they stay? How much money do they spend and where? Which sites are most frequented and what do foreigners think about Palestinian hospitality? Successful destination management relies on accurate and conclusive data and statistical information. Obtaining such information is no simple...

Given the overall size of its sector, Palestine’s tourism industry might arguably be one of the most heavily analysed and studied tourism sectors worldwide. There is hardly an international organization, which has not commissioned a tourism study or a master plan for “destination Palestine”. However, the sheer number of studies and plans might well be...