Sheikh Khaled bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, General Director of Vatel Bahrain, was honoured at the annual Bahraini Tourist Guides Day celebration, organised by the Dilmun Friends Tourist Guides at Bahrain Sports Club.

The ceremony was attended by Salman bin Isa bin Hindi Al Mannai, Governor of Muharraq; prominent businessman Jawad Al Hawaj; a delegation of tourist guides from Saudi Arabia; and representatives of Bahrain’s Tourism and Cultural sectors.

The event recognised the contribution of Tourist guides to Bahrain’s tourism industry, featuring a presentation of the Dilmun Friends Tourist Guides’ activities and educational excursions.

The programme also included an awards ceremony honouring distinguished guides and supporting organisations for their contributions to promote the Kingdom’s heritage and historical landmarks.

Commenting on the occasion, Sheikh Khaled emphasised the complementary roles of Tourist guiding and hospitality education in enriching the visitor experience and showcasing Bahrain’s cultural identity and heritage.

He noted that this approach supports Vatel Bahrain’s mission to prepare hospitality professionals with industry expertise and a strong understanding of the Kingdom’s history and culture.

Sheikh Khaled also commended the Dilmun Friends for their efforts to promote Bahrain’s diverse attractions and praised their professionalism in sharing accurate historical insights and introducing visitors to the Kingdom’s modern landmarks.

He further acknowledged their contribution to strengthening Bahrain’s tourism appeal, supporting the sector’s growth and contributing to the national economy. -TradeArabia News Service