To commemorate this International Women's Day, Oman introduces ‘Women in Tourism Forum’, where women working in the tourism industry can network and share their experiences, difficulties, and triumphs.

As part of its celebrations of International Women’s Day 2023, Oman has geared up to celebrate the achievements of women in tourism and recognise their contributions to the sector’s growth and development, reports the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism, Oman.

According to a press statement, the Middle Eastern country has made significant progress in empowering women in a number of industries, including tourism.

Oman will be hosting the Women in Tourism Forum, which brings together women from various sectors of the tourism industry. Many events are held in Oman in honour of International Women’s Day, and this particular event among others is aimed at celebrating the achievements of women in tourism, adds the press statement.

Women working in the tourism industry will be able to network and share their experiences, difficulties, and triumphs at the forum. The Women in Tourism Forum will also serve as a platform for women to voice problems that impact their careers and share their experiences. The press release adds that women will also be able to learn from one another and pick up new skills, thus contributing to overall development and growth in their careers.

The statement says that Oman has made substantial investments over the years to promote tourism, which has significantly boosted the economy of the nation. The industry has expanded tremendously, and the number of visitors annually are expanding too. In Oman’s tourism industry, women have been influential in a variety of roles, including tour guides, hotel staff, travel agents, and airline employees. These women have demonstrated their commitment to their work by offering tourists high-quality services and promoting Oman as a welcoming and secure tourist destination, and it is their efforts that the Women in Tourism Forum aims to recognise.

The statement adds Oman’s dedication to supporting women in the tourist sector has benefited the expansion and improvement of the nation’s tourism industry. The industry has expanded its diversity and inclusivity, drawing more travellers from around the globe. As a result, women in the tourism industry have supported the nation’s economic development, says the press release.