USAID Developing Sustainable Tourism in Bosnia & Herzegovina (Turizam)

Join us at the Resilience and Innovation Summit 2024, the must-attend international travel event in Southeast Europe! Connect with industry leaders from the USA, Europe, the Middle East, North Africa, and beyond. Explore cutting-edge strategies, investment opportunities, and tech innovation in travel and tourism, with a special focus on Bosnia and Herzegovina. Don't miss out on discussions covering key themes such as resilient industry strategies, destination investment, tech entrepreneurship, and sustainable development imperatives. Elevate your business in tourism and network with leaders shaping the future of global tourism! Register now and secure your spot at the forefront of industry innovation. The Resilience and Innovation Summit is organized by the US Government through the USAID Turizam project in collaboration with partners The Global Travel and Tourism Resilience Council and Travolution.com. Hurry up, register for this premier international travel event in Southeast Europe for 2024: https://lnkd.in/eBf_J9Rv Fedja Begovic Laurie Myers Kate Harden-England Karen Jensen Ibrahim Osta #RISarajevo2024 #TurizamBiH #BosniaAndHerzegovina #TheMostExcitingDestinationInTheWorld #USAIDTurizam #USAID #USAinBiH #USAIDBiH #ResilienceCouncil #Travolution

𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐝𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐁𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐬: 𝐎𝐧𝐥𝐲 𝟏𝟐 𝐃𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐋𝐞𝐟𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐲!   Don't miss the application deadline for the prestigious start-up competition at the Travel and Tourism Resilience & Innovation Summit.   Why should you apply?   * Expert Mentorship: Winners receive personalized guidance from seasoned experts in the field. * Cash Prizes: Secure funding to advance your innovative ideas. * Regional Exposure: Showcase your solutions on a vibrant regional stage within the SEE entrepreneurial landscape. * Expand Your Network: Connect with potential investors, industry leaders, and like-minded entrepreneurs.   𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬: 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝟔, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒   Finalists' Pitch: Hotel Hills, Sarajevo on June 7, 2024   𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐲 𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐤! Click here for details and registration: https://lnkd.in/e5jXRgTE The start-up competition is open for the following countries: Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Greece, Kosovo, Moldova, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Romania, Serbia, Slovenia, Turkey, and Ukraine. Fedja Begovic Ibrahim Osta Laurie Myers Kate Harden-England Karen Jensen #RISarajevo2024 #TurizamBiH #BosniaAndHerzegovina #USAIDTurizam #USAID #USAinBiH #USAIDBiH #ResilienceCouncil #Travolution

“Attending the New Deal Europe 2024 event was highly beneficial for Funky Tours, enabling us to connect with key industry figures and potential partners, thereby opening new avenues for future collaborations. The focus on Southeast Europe was extremely productive, and I hope we can join forces to unlock new opportunities for our region. Additionally, connecting with fellow industry colleagues and participating in discussions about sustainable tourism was incredibly rewarding, perfectly aligning with Funky Tours' core values,” stated Ema Konakovic, Funky Tours CEO. Thanks to the support of the US Government through the USAID Turizam project, the receptive tour operators Funky Tours, EspyBosnia Travel Agency, and Fortuna DMC, as well as the hotels Courtyard by Marriott Banja Luka and Hotel Sunce Neum, have created opportunities to sell their tourist offerings in new markets and/or increase sales in existing markets. Through the presentation of Bosnia and Herzegovina's rich tourism offerings, 90 international tour operators and 65 tourism professionals from Southeast Europe had the opportunity from USAID Turizam project representatives to learn more about numerous initiatives for the Bosnia and Herzegovina’s tourism sector supported by the U.S. Government. ** “Prisustvovanje događaju New Deal Europe 2024 bilo je veoma korisno za Funky Tours i omogućilo nam je da se povežemo s ključnim turističkim djelatnicima i potencijalnim partnerima, čime smo stvorili prilike za buduće saradnje. Fokus događaja na jugoistočnu Europu za nas je bio izuzetno produktivan, i nadam se da možemo udružiti snage kako bismo stvorili nove prilike za naš region. Pored toga, povezivanje s kolegama iz sektora turizma i učešće u diskusijama o održivom turizmu bilo je veoma korisno, posebno zato što je usklađeno s osnovnim vrijednostima Funky Toursa,” navela je Ema Konakovic, direktorica Funky Tours Zahvaljujući podršci Vlade SAD-a putem projekta USAID Turizam, receptivni turoperateri Funky Tours, EspyBosnia Travel Agency i Fortuna DMC, te hoteli Courtyard by Marriott Banja Luka i Hotel Sunce Neum stvorili su prilike za prodaju svoje turističke ponude na novim tržištima i/ili povećanju prodaje na postojećim tržištima. Kroz prezentaciju bogate turističke ponude Bosne i Hercegovine, 90 međunarodnih turoperatera i 65 turističkih djelatnika iz jugoistočne Europe imali su priliku od predstavnika projekta USAID Turizam da saznaju više o brojnim inicijativama za bh. sektor turizma koje podržava Vlada SAD-a. #TurizamBiH #BosnaiHercegovina #BosniaAndHerzegovina #TheMostExcitingDestinationInTheWorld #USAIDTurizam #USAID #USAinBiH #USAIDBiH

Ako ste registrirana kompanija i pružate turističko iskustvo raftinga po bh. rijekama, iskoristite priliku da vaš biznis akredituje Međunarodna rafting federacija. Ova jedinstvena prilika koju pruža Vlada SAD-a putem projekta USAID Turizam omogućit će vam da privučete više gostiju, jer akreditacija potvrđuje da vaš biznis primjenjuje međunarodne standarde za sigurnost, okoliš i kvalitet. Samo neke od koristi akreditacije obuhvataju: popuste na osiguranje, marketinške usluge, softvere za vršenje rezervacija, itd. Saznajte više i prijavite se: https://lnkd.in/eg3_BNK4 Rok za prijave: 5. maj! Napomena: registrirani pružatelji turističkog iskustva raftinga sami plaćaju troškove samoprocjene i godišnje članarine, a USAID Turizam pokriva troškove stručnog pregleda i terenske posjete ocjenjivača akreditacije. Više detalja o samom procesu akreditacije možete naći na: https://lnkd.in/eEkzBskd ** If you are a registered company providing a rafting experience on the rivers of Bosnia and Herzegovina, take the opportunity to have your business accredited by the International Rafting Federation (IRF). This unique opportunity provided by the U.S. Government through the USAID Turizam project will allow you to attract more guests, as the accreditation confirms that your business adheres to international standards for safety, environment, and quality. Some of the benefits of accreditation include discounts on insurance, marketing services, reservation software, etc. Learn more and apply: https://lnkd.in/eg3_BNK4 Application deadline: May 5th! Note: Registered providers of rafting experiences pay for their own self-assessment costs and annual memberships, while USAID Turizam covers the costs of the professional review and field visits by accreditation assessors. #TurizamBiH #BosnaiHercegovina #BosniaAndHerzegovina #TheMostExcitingDestinationInTheWorld #USAIDTurizam #USAID #USAinBiH #USAIDBiH #rafting

The Travel and Tourism Resilience & Innovation Summit brings together young innovators, tech start-ups, universities, and regional business to drive digital innovations, AI-driven ventures, and e-services. Enter now and compete for cash prizes and mentorship! Regional start-ups and businesses less than two years’ old enter competition (Deadline: May 6): https://lnkd.in/e5jXRgTE Selected finalists will pitch live at Hotel Hills Sarajevo on June 7, 2024. The US Government has joined forces through the USAID Turizam project with the The Global Travel and Tourism Resilience Council and Travolution.com to drive innovation in tourism and seize industry potential. Fedja Begovic Ibrahim Osta Laurie Myers Kate Harden-England Karen Jensen #RISarajevo2024 #TurizamBiH #BosniaAndHerzegovina #USAIDTurizam #USAID #USAinBiH #USAIDBiH #ResilienceCouncil #Travolution

Ako imate projektni prijedlog u sektoru turizma, prijavite se kako biste dobili priliku da prezentirate svoju ideju na ovogodišnjem Sarajevo Business Forumu i povežete se s investitorima. Vlada SAD-a putem projekta USAID Turizam i Privredne/Gospodarske komore FBiH omogućit će učešće i prezentaciju deset najboljih investicijskih projekata na Sarajevo Business Forumu 2024 (22. i 23. maja), s ciljem stvaranja novih prilika za kompanije u turizmu i poticanje većeg broja investicija u Bosni i Hercegovini. Ulaganja u sektor turizma i usko povezane aktivnosti ubrzat će ekonomski rast Bosne i Hercegovine i povećati njenu međunarodnu konkurentnost. Ukoliko ste zainteresirani za prijavu projekta ili imate dodatna pitanja, kontaktirajte nas putem e-mail adrese: investicije@turizambih.ba Rok za prijavu je 22. 4. 2024. Za dodatne informacije i kriterije kliknite na: https://lnkd.in/eFTRZBu5 ** If you have a project proposal in the tourism sector, apply for the opportunity to present your idea at this year's Sarajevo Business Forum and connect with investors. The US Government, through the USAID Turizam project and the Chamber of Economy of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina, will facilitate the participation and presentation of the top ten investment projects at the Sarajevo Business Forum 2024 (May 22nd and 23rd). This initiative aims to create new opportunities for companies in tourism and stimulate increased investment in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Investments in the tourism sector and closely related activities will accelerate the economic growth of Bosnia and Herzegovina and enhance its international competitiveness. If you are interested in submitting a project or have additional questions, please contact us via email at: investicije@turizambih.ba The deadline for submissions is April 22, 2024. For further information and criteria, click on: https://lnkd.in/ebX9aSVR #TurizamBiH #BosnaiHercegovina #BosniaAndHerzegovina #TheMostExcitingDestinationInTheWorld #USAIDTurizam #USAID #USAinBiH #USAIDBiH #SBF2024

Women in tourism are breaking barriers and shaping the future! Surely, each of us knows a woman who works diligently in the tourism sector and enhances it with her creative and comprehensive approach. According to data from the company Kolektiv d.o.o. - (MojPosao.ba), women make up 52% of the workforce in the tourism sector, but the average salary of women in tourism is 10% lower than that of men. As part of the efforts of the US Government through the USAID Turizam project and in collaboration with UN Women BiH to strengthen gender equality and support the progress of women in the tourism sector, the first conference dedicated to women in this rapidly growing sector of Bosnia and Herzegovina was recently held. Together, we are breaking stereotypes, supporting women's entrepreneurship, creating equal rights, equal access to finances, and shaping the future! *** Žene u turizmu ruše prepreke i oblikuju budućnost! Sigurno svako od nas poznaje ženu koja vrijedno radi u sektoru turizma i unapređuje ga svojim kreativnim i sveobuhvatnim pristupom. Prema podacima kompanije Kolektiv d.o.o. - (MojPosao.ba) žene čine 52% radne snage u sektoru turizma, ali prosječna plata žena u turizmu je za 10% manja od plate muškaraca. U sklopu napora Vlade SAD-a da putem projekta USAID Turizam i zajedno s UN Women BiH radi na jačanju rodne ravnopravnosti i podržavanju napretka žena u sektoru turizma, nedavno je održana prva konferencija posvećena ženama u ovom brzo rastućem sektoru Bosne i Hercegovine. Zajedno rušimo stereotipe, podržavamo poduzetništvo žena, stvaramo jednaka prava, jednak pristup finansijama i oblikujemo budućnost! #TurizamBiH #BosnaiHercegovina #BosniaAndHerzegovina #TheMostExcitingDestinationInTheWorld #USAIDTurizam #USAID #USAinBiH #USAIDBiH #womenintourism

USAID Turizam tim upućuje iskrene čestitke povodom Ramazanskog bajrama sa željom da predstojeće dane provedete u slozi, ljubavi, sreći i dobroti. USAID Turizam team wishes you a very happy Eid al-Fitr with the wish that you spend the coming days in harmony, love, happiness, and kindness.

Odlične vijesti za sektor turizma u Federaciji BiH! Federalno ministarstvo okoliša i turizma izdvojilo je milion konvertibilnih maraka za pokrivanje kamatne stope i za troškove obrade kredita odobrenih u okviru postojeće kreditne linije za turizam u Razvojnoj banci FBiH. Vlada SAD-a kroz projekt USAID Turizam pruža podršku realizaciji ovog programa kako bi pomogli razvoj turističkih preduzeća, smanjujući rizik investicija i jačajući brend BiH kao destinacije. Sektor turizma zahtijeva značajna ulaganja kako bi se iskoristili potencijali Bosne i Hercegovine i ojačao brend destinacije. *** Great news for the tourism sector in the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina! The Federal Ministry of Environment and Tourism has allocated one million convertible marks to cover the interest rate and processing costs of loans granted under the existing credit line for tourism at the Development Bank of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina. The U.S. Government through the USAID Turizam project is providing support for the implementation of this program to assist in the development of tourism enterprises, reducing investment risk, and strengthening the brand of Bosnia and Herzegovina as a destination. The tourism sector requires significant investment to harness the potential of Bosnia and Herzegovina and strengthen the destination brand. https://lnkd.in/euP8wKCU?

Calling all registered DMCs in Bosnia and Herzegovina specializing in adventure tourism! Grab your chance for FREE registration to the Adventure Travel Trade Association’s (ATTA) first-ever AdventureELEVATE event in Europe. To enhance international exposure and create networking opportunities for Bosnia and Herzegovina’s adventure tourism sector, the U.S. Government, through the USAID Turizam project, is covering the participation fee for a limited number of selected DMCs that meet specific criteria. Note that DMCs with team members who have completed or are in the process of completing ATTA training will be prioritized. Additionally, having green/sustainable certifications, or being in the process of acquiring them, will be considered an advantage. Elevate your business and connect with the global adventure tourism community! For more information on criteria and to apply, follow this link: https://lnkd.in/eshiTBeq  Application deadline: April 16, 2024! #TurizamBiH #BosnaiHercegovina #BosniaAndHerzegovina #TheMostExcitingDestinationInTheWorld #USAIDTurizam #USAID #USAinBiH #USAIDBiH #adventuretourism