The tourist potential of the Oriental region is particularly strong. Moroccan and foreign journalists, influencers and travel agents were able to discover it during a roadshow organized by the Regional Tourism Council (CRT) with the support of the Moroccan National Tourism Office (ONMT). Saïdia seaside resort housing one of the largest marinas in the entire Mediterranean, golf course in Saïdia, the resort of Ras El Ma (Cap de l’Eau) and the Marchica lagoon in Nador which is of economic, biological, ecological and tourist interest, natural landscapes and mountains of Beni Snassen, old medina of Oujda and its rich architectural heritage, sites with strong cultural and historical significance… Journalists, influencers and Moroccan and foreign travel agents were able to discover the great multi-product tourism potential of the Oriental region and a unique diversity of landscapes as part of a roadshow organized by the CRT last Saturday, reports La MAP. the occasion of this promotional action, specifying that the Oriental region has experienced a significant leap in terms of structuring the tourism sector. According to him, the Oriental region has 147 hotels offering an accommodation capacity of more than 13,500 beds, making it possible to accommodate a varied clientele and meet the expectations of each segment of visitors.
In the first half of the past year, the region recorded 252,608 overnight stays, an increase of 1.36% compared to the same period of 2023, said for its part. Mounir Kodiji, member of the CRT and director of a travel agency, noting that the month of June was particularly dynamic, with 97,147 overnight stays, representing an increase of 3.8%. The region is pleased with this improvement, but it does not intend to rest on its laurels. She aims far. According to Kodiji, structuring projects are underway, including the enhancement and upgrading of beaches, as well as the operationalization of the “Oriental Express” desert train, which will offer unique experiences to visitors.
