Ethiopia Promotes Tourism Potential at Bahrain Forum

Travel industry stakeholders explored new cooperation opportunities

The Ethiopian Consulate and Ethiopian Airlines hosted a Tourism and Travel Forum in Bahrain, bringing together travel agencies, tour operators, and tourism professionals to strengthen tourism ties between Bahrain and Ethiopia.

Held at the Golden Tulip Hotel, the forum showcased Ethiopia’s tourism offerings, highlighting its cultural heritage, historical landmarks, UNESCO-recognized sites, and year-round moderate climate. Participants were introduced to major attractions in Addis Ababa and other destinations, including Harar Jugol, Sof Omar Caves, Lalibela, Gondar, and Aksum.

The event also featured a range of tourism packages covering cultural, historical, adventure, nature, and Islamic tourism experiences.

Yoftahie Araya, Area Manager of Ethiopian Airlines Bahrain, said the forum aimed to connect tourism stakeholders from both countries and create new opportunities for collaboration. He noted that Ethiopian Airlines offers tourism, business, medical, and stopover travel packages for Gulf travelers.

Araya added that plans are underway to organize a familiarization trip to Ethiopia and a roadshow in Bahrain to further promote tourism and strengthen partnerships between the two countries.

The forum concluded with networking sessions focused on expanding cooperation and increasing tourism flows between Bahrain and Ethiopia.