Jeddah:The Museums Commission has entered into a collaborative agreement with the Tour Guides Cooperative in Jeddah to bolster cultural tourism and enhance visitor experiences at museums across Saudi Arabia. This partnership aims to introduce specialized tour packages and guided tours in museums managed by the commission.
According to Saudi Press Agency, the collaboration will also focus on organizing workshops and events to support museum cultural tourism. Additionally, training programs will be launched for volunteers at the Red Sea Museum to elevate the quality of guided experiences offered. The agreement includes joint media campaigns to increase awareness of the Kingdom's museums, with a dedicated working team of specialists from both organizations tasked with planning and executing these initiatives.
Eng. Abdullah Al-Hammad, CEO of the Museums Commission, emphasized the importance of tour guides in narrating museum stories to visitors. He stated that the memorandum aims to enhance guided experiences, thereby strengthening museums as vital cultural tourism destinations within the Kingdom.
Sami bin Mohammed Khiari, Chairman of the Board of the Tour Guides Cooperative, expressed appreciation for the collaboration, highlighting its role in utilizing the cooperative's guiding expertise. This includes training volunteer teams at the Red Sea Museum, ensuring that visitors experience the rich history and heritage consistently across all museums.
This agreement is a part of the Museums Commission's broader strategy to expand partnerships with specialized organizations and increase access to cultural experiences throughout Saudi Arabia.