Türkiye continues to grow in tourism despite regional crises

Ersoy, in his statement to the AA correspondent in the city where the Turkish Culture Road Festival is located within the scope of Antalya events, stated that Türkiye faces regional crises today, as in the past, and that these risks may continue in the future.

Drawing attention to the Russia-Ukraine War, the war in Iran and the developments in the Gulf region, Ersoy stated that Türkiye maintains its stability in the region with its foreign policy, contributions to peace and strong structure.

Explaining that they have made a change in strategy regarding the way the tourism sector is affected by crises, Ersoy noted that in the past, during crisis periods, the season was closed and the next year was waited, but now this approach has changed.

Ersoy stated that they have taken steps to increase the resilience of the sector against crises since 2018, and emphasized that the Turkish Tourism Promotion and Development Agency, established in 2019, played an important role in increasing product diversity, developing new markets and promotional activities.

Stating that there were reservation cancellations after the start of the war in Iran, but the losses were compensated with rapid steps, promotional activities and sales campaigns, Ersoy said:

"Knowing the requirements of living in the region, maintaining our stability in a way that has increased our immunity against crises, we continue on our way with the goal of always growing. This year, in the third quarter of this year, we achieved a tourism income of 25.5 billion dollars with an increase of 5 percent. In the 9 months of the year, we reached an income of 51.3 billion dollars with an increase of 2.4 percent."

Stating that Türkiye stands out with international organizations, Ersoy stated that COP31 will be held after the NATO Summit and Formula 1 will be held in Türkiye next year.

Emphasizing that COP31 brought significant gains and investments to Antalya, Ersoy stated that road and infrastructure works were completed in Serik, Belek and Aksu regions within the scope of the organization.

Stating that the EXPO area has been transformed into a center that can host international congresses, Ersoy stated that after the organization, the area will be transferred to the Ministry of Culture and Tourism and efforts will be made to organize international congresses throughout the year.

Ersoy said, "One of our important goals in tourism is sustainability. In addition to sustainability, we can realize tourism spread over 12 months." he said.

The new building of Antalya Museum is planned to open in 2027

Providing information about the reconstruction of the Antalya Museum, Ersoy stated that the new museum is planned to be opened in 2027.

Stating that the new museum will have twice as much indoor space and three times as much exhibition space as the previous building, Ersoy stated that many works in warehouses will be presented to visitors.

Ersoy added that the new museum will be an important cultural center for Antalya residents and tourists visiting the city.