Tourists from GCC countries spent around $418 million in Morocco in 2013 alone, according to Government statistics.
El Jadida, Morocco: Stephan Killinger, President, Mazagan Beach and Golf Resort, and tourism expert in North Africa said announced a tailored luxury stay starting at $100 per person per night for GCC tourists.
The accommodation will be in a double room, with two kids under 12 free and complimentary break-fast. In addition, the resort offers for GCC tourists a free Moroccan Hammam session, complimentary access to fitness centre, including biking and tennis, two spa sessions at the price of one, special kids meals plus two carting tours for one kid per each night stay, and free pick up and drop off at Mohammed V International Airport.”
Killinger added that cultural and family tourism was being fuelled by rising popularity among families, especially from the GCC, an indication of a shift from European tourists.
This was highlighted on the sidelines of the 4th GCC-Morocco Investment Forum, which was held to explore investment prospects and business opportunities between the two regions, experts hailed the growing tourism industry which currently contributes nearly 9% to the Kingdom’s GDP.
Killinger said Mazagan is recording highest footfall from GCC. To capitalize on this, the resort has designed tailored packages for tourists from the 6 GCC states.
“Our strategy is to make it easy for GCC tourists. We have collaborated with a number of airlines to reward tourists coming from GCC with mileage points that are redeemable with actual vouchers,” Killinger, added.
“Morocco is home to some acclaimed authentic cultural and architectural marvels, and the ambience inside Mazagan reflects this true heritage. The potential for cultural tourism in the country is really high and we expect this to be a major contributor to the inflow of tourists to Morocco.”
“Situated 90 km away from Casablanca on a 7-km stretch of beach, Mazagan Beach and Golf Resort has 500 rooms that offer spectacular views of the ocean, lagoons and golf course, surrounded by 67 villas, landscaped gardens and a stunning swimming pool in the center. Mazagan is spread over a 250-hectare site, and includes a golf course, stretch of beach, variety of restaurants, including Morjana, a Moroccan and oriental gastronomy restaurant; Sel de Mer, a seasonal seafood creations; Olives, a Mediterranean and Italian buffet; and Market Place, a world cuisine buffet from Asia, Africa, India and Europe that has a capacity of 400 guests plus many other restaurants and clubs, each offering a different experience.
“Additionally, Mazagan is a leading exhibition and conference destination in North Africa region. The resort also offers to businessmen and their families exceptional entertaining stays where parents can have their own space, while their children enjoy their time in a three dedicated clubs — ‘Baby Club’, ‘Kids Club’ and ‘Club Rush’. The resort incorporates a stunning spa offering relaxation treatments and much more.”