Sunday, July 7, 2024 Bahrain , an archipelago in the Persian Gulf, is witnessing a significant boost in its inbound tourism, thanks to its rich cultural heritage and modern attractions. The Kingdom offers a blend of ancient and contemporary experiences, from the historic Bahrain Fort and the traditional Manama Souq to the ultramodern Bahrain International Circuit and sprawling shopping malls. Bahrain, has been officially designated as the GCC Tourism Capital for 2024 , along with an easy visa free policy for countries, signifies a major milestone in Bahrain’s journey to becoming a premier global tourist destination.
Tourists can explore the natural beauty of the Al Areen Wildlife Park and the serene Tree of Life, or indulge in water sports along its pristine beaches. With its welcoming visa policies and year-round warm climate, Bahrain is becoming an increasingly popular destination for travelers seeking a unique blend of history, culture, and leisure. Bahrain, an island country in the Arabian Gulf, consists of 50 natural and 33 artificial islands.
It boasts a growing Travel & Tourism sector, anticipated to reach a revenue of US$159.00m by 2024 and a compound annual growth rate of 5.42% through 2028, culminating in a market volume of US$196.
40m. The primary segment in this market is the Package Holidays, projected to achieve US$58.07m by 2024.
As part of its economic recovery strategy initiated in 2021, Bahrain aims to boost tourist numbers to 14 million by 2026, increase t.
