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...
An open exchange and knowledge transfer in the group makes each individual stronger and especially women in tourism as a community resilient and innovative. The idea: women from tourism and beyond come together on this day to work on their projects and tasks and at the same time have the space to exchange with other...
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...
The East Jerusalem Tourism Development Programme HUB invites female tour guides of East Jerusalem and beyond for two workshops on BEING A FEMALE GUIDE, BEING UNIQUE After three inspiring workshops last December we continue our sharing of experiences and challenges of working as a female tour guide. We invite you to discuss topics such as...
The East Jerusalem Tourism Development Programme HUB invites female tour guides of East Jerusalem and beyond for two workshops on BEING A FEMALE GUIDE, BEING UNIQUE After three inspiring workshops last December we continue our sharing of experiences and challenges of working as a female tour guide. We invite you to discuss topics such as...
In cooperation with the Arab Hotel Association, the East Jerusalem Tourism Development Programme is organizing a photography workshop for Hotel and Restaurant owners with renowned photographer Frits Meyst. Frits Meyst is a Dutch photographer with 30 years of experience working for travel media such as National Geographic Traveler. During those years he has noticed that...
The East Jerusalem Tourism Development Programme (EJTDP), in cooperation with the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities (MoTA), is developing a Digital Asset Management (DAM) system with our international tourism marketing experts. The DAM system is software that will help support Palestinian tourism businesses with safely storing, organizing, and downloading high-quality touristic digital content, such as...
Sustainable tourism is about finding a balance between economic benefits and negative social and environmental impacts. Increasing demand for sustainable holidays is an important market trend. Travellers have become more and more aware of sustainability. This has led to an increase in demand for eco-friendly, climate-neutral tourism services and products. This offers interesting opportunities for...
Before the corona pandemic, the global tourism industry was not only one of the biggest economic sectors worldwide, but it has also provided job opportunities, especially for people in developing countries who struggled to find work in other sectors. International travel has been at a complete standstill for almost 2 years, which has severely affected...
The East Jerusalem Tourism Development Programme HUB invites you to our Summer Get Together! Join us at our HUB for an open floor discussion about the prospects and expectations of the Palestinian tourism sector post-COVID-19 and what the future may bring. We welcome all tourism practitioners from the public and private sides as well as...