TÜRKIYE-BURDUR-TOURISM

TÜRKIYE-BURDUR-TOURISM

(231214) -- BURDUR, Dec. 14, 2023 (Xinhua) -- People visit the ancient city of Sagalassos in Burdur province, Türkiye, on Dec. 14, 2023. Turkish tourism companies are working hard to double the number of Chinese tourists to half a million next year by launching promotion and early booking campaigns, Vice President of the Turkish Hoteliers Federation Murat Toktas said on Thursday. (Photo by Mustafa Kaya/Xinhua) TO GO WITH Roundup: Türkiye seeks to double number of Chinese tourists in 2024: hoteliers federation

TÜRKIYE-BURDUR-TOURISM

TÜRKIYE-BURDUR-TOURISM

(231214) -- BURDUR, Dec. 14, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A man visits the ancient city of Sagalassos in Burdur province, Türkiye, on Dec. 14, 2023. Turkish tourism companies are working hard to double the number of Chinese tourists to half a million next year by launching promotion and early booking campaigns, Vice President of the Turkish Hoteliers Federation Murat Toktas said on Thursday. (Photo by Mustafa Kaya/Xinhua) TO GO WITH Roundup: Türkiye seeks to double number of Chinese tourists in 2024: hoteliers federation

TÜRKIYE-BURDUR-TOURISM

TÜRKIYE-BURDUR-TOURISM

(231214) -- BURDUR, Dec. 14, 2023 (Xinhua) -- People visit the ancient city of Sagalassos in Burdur province, Türkiye, on Dec. 14, 2023. Turkish tourism companies are working hard to double the number of Chinese tourists to half a million next year by launching promotion and early booking campaigns, Vice President of the Turkish Hoteliers Federation Murat Toktas said on Thursday. (Photo by Mustafa Kaya/Xinhua) TO GO WITH Roundup: Türkiye seeks to double number of Chinese tourists in 2024: hoteliers federation

Türkiye's hoteliers worry about fallout of Gaza crisis

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Türkiye to meet targets for 2023 tourism season: industry insider

STORY: Türkiye to meet targets for 2023 tourism season: industry insider DATELINE: Sept. 21, 2023 LENGTH: 00:03:17 LOCATION: Ankara CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of tourists at Antalya airport (courtesy of ihlas news agency) 2. various of tourists at the beaches of Antalya (courtesy of ihlas news agency) 3. various of tourists from a cruise ship at Bodrum, Mugla (courtesy of ihlas news agency) 4. various of tourists at the beaches of Antalya (courtesy of ihlas news agency) 5. various of tourists at the Black Sea (courtesy of ihlas news agency) 6. various of tourists at Cappadocia (courtesy of ihlas news agency) 7. SOUNDBITE (Turkish): MURAT TOKTAS, Vice president of Turkish Hoteliers Federation STORYLINE: Murat Toktas, vice president of the Turkish Hoteliers Federation and chairperson of the Black Sea Tourism Operators Association, said that Türkiye will meet the targets for this year's tourism season. Official data show that the number of tourists visiting Türkiye in the first half of this year

Türkiye expects thriving tourism season despite earthquake

STORY: Türkiye expects thriving tourism season despite earthquake DATELINE: April 10, 2023 LENGTH: 00:02:38 LOCATION: Ankara CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of tourists at the Antalya airport last year (edited) 2. various of tourists at the beaches of Antalya, Türkiye (courtesy of ihlas news agency) 3. various of tourists at Cappadocia, Türkiye (courtesy of ihlas news agency) 4. SOUNDBITE 1 (Turkish): BURHAN SILI, Chair of Alanya Touristic Hoteliers Association Hotel Owner 5. various of tourists at the Pamukkale Travertines in Türkiye (courtesy of ihlas news agency) 6. SOUNDBITE 2 (Turkish): BURHAN SILI, Chair of Alanya Touristic Hoteliers Association Hotel Owner STORYLINE: Türkiye's Mediterranean coast is expected to see a large number of tourists flowing this summer despite the devastating earthquakes in February, industry professionals said. As temperatures rise, "Turkish Riviera," the southern part of the country famed for its Turquoise coast and ancient heritage sites, is entering its peak tou

Travel agents in Tunisia expect Chinese tourists after China's optimization of COVID-19 response

STORY: Travel agents in Tunisia expect Chinese tourists after China's optimization of COVID-19 response DATELINE: Jan. 16, 2023 LENGTH: 0:01:39 LOCATION: Tunis CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of Tunisia 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): AMIR BEN ARIBIA, Manager, Blue Sky Travel Agency 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (English): AMIR BEN ARIBIA, Manager, Blue Sky Travel Agency STORYLINE: China's latest COVID-19 response measures are warmly welcomed by hoteliers and travel agents in Tunisia, which are gearing up for the arrivals of Chinese tourists. China has optimized its COVID-19 response, with restrictions on international flights lifted starting from Jan. 8. Amir Ben Aribia, general manager of travel company Tunisia Blue Sky, said that he is so happy to hear the good news, as Chinese customers contribute most to the company's business. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): AMIR BEN ARIBIA, Manager, Blue Sky Travel Agency "Our travel agency is a family business, family travel agency, and we are more focused on package tours for the Chi

Türkiye's Antalya seeks to attract more European tourists

STORY: Türkiye's Antalya seeks to attract more European tourists DATELINE: Aug. 30, 2022 LENGTH: 00:03:58 LOCATION: Ankara CATEGORY: SOCIETY/ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the seaside hotels, beaches and tourists at some touristic destinations of Türkiye 2. SOUNDBITE (Turkish) : RECEP YAVUZ, Chairman of Antalya City Council's Tourism Working Group STORYLINE: Tourism companies and hoteliers in Türkiye's southern province of Antalya, a major tourism hub, are seeking to attract more European tourists. The country's tourism industry is headed for a good year as revenues nearly tripled in the second quarter, which is a boon for the vulnerable economy hit by both the COVID-19 pandemic and a sharp decline of local currency. SOUNDBITE (Turkish): RECEP YAVUZ, Chairman of Antalya City Council's Tourism Working Group "As pensioners from northern Europe don't have to stay at home during the winter season, they can more easily go on holiday. Middle-aged and older tourists from different countries, especially Europea

Hoteliers, mountain resort managers, Giant Mountains , symbolic coffin, protest, government closure

Hoteliers, mountain resort managers, Giant Mountains , symbolic coffin, protest, government closure

Hoteliers, mountain resort managers and other businesspeople from the Giant Mountains drove with a symbolic coffin in protest against the government closure of ski resorts and services in the mountains in Harrachov, Czech Republic, December 27, 2020. (CTK Photo/Vit Cerny)

Hoteliers, mountain resort managers, Giant Mountains , symbolic coffin, protest, government closure

Hoteliers, mountain resort managers, Giant Mountains , symbolic coffin, protest, government closure

Hoteliers, mountain resort managers and other businesspeople from the Giant Mountains drove with a symbolic coffin in protest against the government closure of ski resorts and services in the mountains in Harrachov, Czech Republic, December 27, 2020. (CTK Photo/Vit Cerny)

Hoteliers, mountain resort managers, Giant Mountains , symbolic coffin, protest, government closure

Hoteliers, mountain resort managers, Giant Mountains , symbolic coffin, protest, government closure

Hoteliers, mountain resort managers and other businesspeople from the Giant Mountains drove with a symbolic coffin in protest against the government closure of ski resorts and services in the mountains in Harrachov, Czech Republic, December 27, 2020. (CTK Photo/Vit Cerny)

Hoteliers, mountain resort managers, Giant Mountains , symbolic coffin, protest, government closure

Hoteliers, mountain resort managers, Giant Mountains , symbolic coffin, protest, government closure

Hoteliers, mountain resort managers and other businesspeople from the Giant Mountains drove with a symbolic coffin in protest against the government closure of ski resorts and services in the mountains in Harrachov, Czech Republic, December 27, 2020. (CTK Photo/Vit Cerny)

Hoteliers, mountain resort managers, Giant Mountains , symbolic coffin, protest, government closure

Hoteliers, mountain resort managers, Giant Mountains , symbolic coffin, protest, government closure

Hoteliers, mountain resort managers and other businesspeople from the Giant Mountains drove with a symbolic coffin in protest against the government closure of ski resorts and services in the mountains in Harrachov, Czech Republic, December 27, 2020. (CTK Photo/Vit Cerny)

Hoteliers, mountain resort managers, Giant Mountains , symbolic coffin, protest, government closure

Hoteliers, mountain resort managers, Giant Mountains , symbolic coffin, protest, government closure

Hoteliers, mountain resort managers and other businesspeople from the Giant Mountains drove with a symbolic coffin in protest against the government closure of ski resorts and services in the mountains in Harrachov, Czech Republic, December 27, 2020. (CTK Photo/Vit Cerny)

Hoteliers, mountain resort managers, Giant Mountains , symbolic coffin, protest, government closure

Hoteliers, mountain resort managers, Giant Mountains , symbolic coffin, protest, government closure

Hoteliers, mountain resort managers and other businesspeople from the Giant Mountains drove with a symbolic coffin in protest against the government closure of ski resorts and services in the mountains in Harrachov, Czech Republic, December 27, 2020. (CTK Photo/Vit Cerny)

Hoteliers, mountain resort managers, Giant Mountains , symbolic coffin, protest, government closure

Hoteliers, mountain resort managers, Giant Mountains , symbolic coffin, protest, government closure

Hoteliers, mountain resort managers and other businesspeople from the Giant Mountains drove with a symbolic coffin in protest against the government closure of ski resorts and services in the mountains in Harrachov, Czech Republic, December 27, 2020. (CTK Photo/Vit Cerny)

Hoteliers, mountain resort managers, Giant Mountains , symbolic coffin, protest, government closure

Hoteliers, mountain resort managers, Giant Mountains , symbolic coffin, protest, government closure

Hoteliers, mountain resort managers and other businesspeople from the Giant Mountains drove with a symbolic coffin in protest against the government closure of ski resorts and services in the mountains in Harrachov, Czech Republic, December 27, 2020. (CTK Photo/Vit Cerny)

Hoteliers, mountain resort managers, Giant Mountains , symbolic coffin, protest, government closure

Hoteliers, mountain resort managers, Giant Mountains , symbolic coffin, protest, government closure

Hoteliers, mountain resort managers and other businesspeople from the Giant Mountains drove with a symbolic coffin in protest against the government closure of ski resorts and services in the mountains in Harrachov, Czech Republic, December 27, 2020. (CTK Photo/Vit Cerny)

Hoteliers, mountain resort managers, Giant Mountains , symbolic coffin, protest, government closure

Hoteliers, mountain resort managers, Giant Mountains , symbolic coffin, protest, government closure

Hoteliers, mountain resort managers and other businesspeople from the Giant Mountains drove with a symbolic coffin in protest against the government closure of ski resorts and services in the mountains in Harrachov, Czech Republic, December 27, 2020. (CTK Photo/Vit Cerny)

Traveller at the Charles Bridge in Prague

Traveller at the Charles Bridge in Prague

A traveller wears a mouth mask at the Charles Bridge in Prague, Czech Republic, today, on Thursday, January 29, 2020. Drop in the number of Chinese tourists caused by the spread of the coronavirus should not hurt Czech hoteliers and restaurateurs significantly, Czech Association of Hotels and Restaurants president Vaclav Starek told CTK. Chinese tourists form about 6 percent of the overall number of guests of Czech accommodation facilities. (CTK Photo/Ondrej Deml)

Traveller at the Charles Bridge in Prague

Traveller at the Charles Bridge in Prague

A traveller wears a mouth mask at the Charles Bridge in Prague, Czech Republic, today, on Thursday, January 29, 2020. Drop in the number of Chinese tourists caused by the spread of the coronavirus should not hurt Czech hoteliers and restaurateurs significantly, Czech Association of Hotels and Restaurants president Vaclav Starek told CTK. Chinese tourists form about 6 percent of the overall number of guests of Czech accommodation facilities. (CTK Photo/Ondrej Deml)