eTN Middle East, 9-20-2006
Economic Development Board (EDB) has shared its plans to develop a new family-focused tourism project on the western coast of Bahrain.
Bahrain, a group of 33 islands, with an area of 707 square kilometers, is situated in the Arabian Gulf, off the east coast of Saudi Arabia.
EDB, according to its deputy chief executive Dr Zakaria Hejris, would be working in partnership with the private sector, represented by Ithmaar Bank on the project. The project will cater to the entire family.
The initiative will provide economic benefits for Bahrain by creating job opportunities apart from enhancing country’s status as a key regional tourism destination.
“In order to encourage family tourism, for both Bahraini citizens and for visitors from across the GCC, the project places great importance on providing a diverse range of activities and entertainment,” Dr Zakaria said. “The project will be developed to provide an exciting and accessible leisure destination that caters to Bahraini citizens and residents first and foremost, as well as to visitors and tourists. The project places great importance on ensuring that AlJazaair Plage is a resource that is developed for the public.”
As per the information avaliable, the top priority is being given to leisure type facilities. Additional details and an action plan for the development will be announced by the end of the year.
