By Taiye Olayemi
The Lagos State Government and the Nigeria Association of Tour Operators (NATOP) have expressed readiness to showcase and market the state’s tourism websites to the worldwide viewers on the World Travel Market (WTM).
The nationwide president of NATOP, Mrs Bolaji Mustapha, throughout a gathering with the commissioner on Monday in Lagos, stated no fewer than 50 tour operators will probably be attending the worldwide occasion.
Mustapha famous that every of the members would discover exposing Lagos tourism choices, together with its wealthy cultural heritage websites, beautiful pure landscapes, vibrant leisure and nightlife in addition to historic landmarks and monuments.
She defined that NATOP had all the time taken pleasure in projecting native tourism websites for improved patronage.
“We seek your consent as the commissioner for tourism to showcase Lagos as a cultural and tourism hub during the World Travel Market.
“At WTM, we plan to target international tourists; travel agents and operators; travel enthusiasts; and tourism board as we showcase the unique experiences Lagos has to offer.
“We intend to increase tourist arrivals into Lagos, enhance revenue generation, promote cultural exchange and foster economic growth.
“Our expertise will help attract global attention and drive patronage,” she stated
Earlier, Benson-Awoyinka famous that the initiative of selling the state’s tourism and cultural choices at such a laudable platform was a welcome thought.
She appreciated the tour operators as she equipped a few of the advertorial supplies.
“We are open to NATOP, assisting the state in marketing our tourism destinations. We will be doing this together and we hope to attract the needed result,” she stated.
The World Travel Market is to carry from Nov. 5 to Nov. 7, at Excel, London, United Kingdom.
