you could be one! 3.5 million tourist visited Syria last year as the sector recovers

Syria is currently witnessing a renewed tourism movement, reflecting the beginnings of a recovery for a sector that was significantly affected in recent years. The official data and statistics issued by the Ministry of Tourism, in addition to the announced package of investment opportunities, paint a positive picture of the path to revitalizing this important economic pillar.

Encouraging Performance Indicators:

Figures from the Ministry of Tourism until the end of November indicate record numbers in tourism movement since the post-liberation phase. The period saw a notable rise in visitor numbers, with the growth in Arab and foreign tourist numbers reaching 80%, while the number of foreign visitors alone jumped by 79%.

The total number of visitors reached 3.56 million, representing an increase of 18%, which is a strong indicator of the gradual return of confidence and the appeal of Syria as a tourist destination.

Extensive Investment Opportunities:

The tourism sector is currently one of the most attractive sectors for investment. The investment portfolio shows the availability of 1,468 ready establishments, distributed as follows:

· 1,103 restaurants.

· 365 hotels.

· 403 other establishments (cafes, entertainment centers, etc.).

This large inventory of ready assets forms a solid foundation for investors to enter the market or expand their operations with less time and effort.

Ministry of Tourism Initiatives to Support the Sector:

The Ministry of Tourism has launched several initiatives and programs aimed at developing the sector, including:

· Launching new tourist routes in all provinces, expanding options for tourists and activating various regions.

· Developing dozens of hotels and resorts through new partnerships with the private sector.

· Resolving stalled cases and operating suspended projects, to restore non-operational assets to the economic cycle.

· Achieving record profits in internationally affiliated hotels owned by the Ministry, reaching 170%, indicating operational efficiency and improved facility performance.

· Requiring the employment of local personnel at a rate of 70% in tourism investment projects, which supports the local job market and opens new career horizons.

The latest indicators show that the Syrian tourism sector is on the path to recovery, supported by government policies aimed at stimulating investment and developing tourism infrastructure and services. The record numbers of visitors, coupled with the extensive package of investment opportunities, together paint a promising future picture for tourism as a fundamental tributary to the national economy, contributing to job creation, revitalizing economic activity, and re-highlighting Syria's cultural and civilizational image.

Syria news report