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Rocket DMC Uzbekistan Promotes Country's Potential To Turkish Travel Agents

Uzbek travel firm Rocket DMC Uzbekistan recently hosted a promotional event touting the country's tourism potential to travel agencies in Turkey.

Over 60 Turkish travel agencies were given a presentation regarding Uzbekistan's unique culture at the headquarters of the Association of Travel Agencies of Turkey (TÜRSAB.) 

Turkish tour operators received detailed information about Rocket DMC Uzbekistan tour packages, learned about the advantages of traveling to Uzbekistan, and brought up to date on modern conditions for tourists. 

Air Samarkand and airport management company Air Marakanda were also highlighted as a quality airline and for airport services.

Rocket personnel showcased national dishes, fruits, sweets from the 'sunny land', local art and cultural objects, colourful outfits, Suzani textiles and fragments of historical significance. This drew guests into an atmosphere of the 'hospitable Uzbekistan' that awaits international visitors.

The interactive presentation also included a video highlighting the history of Uzbekistan, which was accompanied by traditional dancers and a short play by actors.

Rocket DMZ Uzbekistan general director Negina Mukhtarova remarked that the event exceeded their expectations, with Turkish companies proposing several ideas for a joint pilgrimage tourism program to the country's key Islamic sites.

Mukhtarova added: "We hope that after such fruitful meetings and presentations, the number of Turkish tourists to Uzbekistan will increase even more. With Air Samarkand, we intend to offer two or three services that will make the Istanbul-Samarkand flight connection even more popular."

Turkey's Q2 2024 Tourism Income Hits $14.9 Billion

Turkey's tourism sector continues to shine, with the latest figures from the Turkish Statistical Institute revealing a significant boost in revenue.

For the second quarter of 2024, encompassing the months of April, May, and June, Turkey's tourism income reached a remarkable $14.9 billion, marking an 11.8% increase compared to the same period last year.

This growth is driven by a surge in visitor numbers, which rose by 15% year-on-year to 16.1 million. Of these visitors, 14.9% were Turkish citizens residing abroad, contributing notably to the overall tourism income. The country's diverse offerings, from historical landmarks to picturesque beaches, continue to attract a mix of tourists organizing their trips through both personal arrangements and package tours.

Spending patterns among visitors showed that personal expenditures accounted for $10.3 billion, while package tour expenditures contributed $4.5 billion to the total tourism revenue. Notably, the average expenditure per night for visitors was $101, with Turkish residents living abroad spending an average of $69 per night during their stays.

Turkey's Deputy Minister of Culture and Tourism, commented on the robust performance, highlighting the importance of the tourism sector to the nation's economy. "The consistent growth in tourism revenue is a testament to Turkey's enduring appeal and the effective promotion of our rich cultural heritage and natural beauty," he stated.

The breakdown of tourism spending reveals that package tour expenditures made up 30.6% of the total revenue, followed by food and beverage spending at 18.5%, and international transportation expenses at 12.2%. Year-on-year, there was a notable 32.5% increase in package tour spending, a 10.6% rise in food and beverage expenses, and a 1.9% uptick in international transportation costs.

When it comes to travel motives, visiting friends and relatives was the second most popular reason, accounting for 19.1% of all visits, followed by shopping at 5.4%. Among Turkish citizens living abroad, family visits dominated, representing 66.5% of their travel purposes.

On the other side of the coin, Turkish citizens traveling abroad spent slightly less in the same period, with outbound tourism expenses declining by 3.9% to $1.96 billion. Personal expenditures formed the bulk of these expenses at $1.6 billion, while package tour spending accounted for $345 million. Despite the decrease in overall expenditure, the number of Turkish citizens traveling abroad rose by 3% compared to the previous year, reaching nearly 3 million, with an average expenditure of $660 per person.

As Turkey continues to solidify its status as a top global destination, these positive trends in tourism revenue and visitor numbers are likely to sustain the momentum, contributing significantly to the country's economic growth.

Rocket DMC Uzbekistan Highlights Tourism Potential Of Uzbekistan To Tour Operators In Turkey

SAMARKAND, Uzbekistan, July 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Travel company Rocket DMC Uzbekistan, with the support of the Association of Travel Agencies of Turkey (TÜRSAB), has highlighted the significant tourism potential of Uzbekistan to travel agents in Turkey.

More than 60 Turkish travel agencies and 10 representatives of the media were updated on Uzbekistan's unique culture and heritage during an event held within the headquarters of the TÜRSAB Association. Rocket showcased national dishes, fruits, sweets from the 'sunny land', local art and cultural objects, colourful outfits, Suzani textiles and fragments of historical significance. Guests, from the outset, were plunged into an atmosphere of the 'hospitable Uzbekistan' that awaits international visitors.

The interactive presentation included a video highlighting the history of Uzbekistan, which was accompanied by traditional dancers and a short play by actors. Guests were presented with gift boxes that highlighted elements of the culture and history of Uzbekistan, revealed during different points of a video sequence on the screen.

Turkish tour operators also received detailed information about Rocket DMC Uzbekistan tour packages, learned about the advantages of traveling to Uzbekistan and were updated on modern conditions for tourists. Air Samarkand and airport management company Air Marakanda were also highlighted as a quality airline and for airport services.

"The event demonstrated the tourism opportunities of our company and the country for colleagues in Turkey. We hope that after such fruitful meetings and presentations, the number of Turkish tourists to Uzbekistan will increase even more. With Air Samarkand, we intend to offer two or three services that will make the Istanbul-Samarkand flight connection even more popular. The meeting exceeded all our expectations, with Turkish colleagues proposing several ideas for preparing a pilgrimage tourism program," said Negina Mukhtarova, General Director of Rocket DMC Uzbekistan.

After the video presentation, B2B meetings and an exchange of contacts, the evening proceeded with a taste of Uzbek pilaf and sweet treats.

About Rocket DMC Uzbekistan

Founded in May 2023, Rocket DMC Uzbekistan is a travel company that manages DMC destinations and is a member of the Rocket DMC international network that is headquartered in Dubai. Rocket DMC Uzbekistan is already operating in the tourism markets of Egypt, Turkey, Tunisia, and Spain, while also preparing to enter the markets of Qatar, Saudi Arabia and Greece. Its goal is to support the image of Uzbekistan by spreading information about the country's tourism potential on a global scale, providing attractive offers for foreign tourists and creating high-quality conditions for them to explore the country. One of the company's local strategic partners is the Silk Road Samarkand tourist center.

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