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Jordan's Tourism Crisis: Petra Hotels Struggle to Survive

Jordan's tourism industry faces a severe crisis due to regional conflicts, impacting businesses like Enas Al Hinti's hotel in Petra, which is struggling to survive.

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What are the main reasons for the decline in tourism to Jordan?: The decline in tourism is attributed to Western holidaymakers shunning Middle Eastern destinations due to fears of conflict, causing businesses in Petra to struggle and some to close.
What is the predicted long-term impact on Jordan's tourism sector?: While some tourists remain undeterred, the long-term damage to Jordan's tourism sector is predicted to be substantial, with future bookings plummeting and businesses facing a potential 90-95% drop.
What is the approach of Jordan's tourism minister to address this crisis?: Jordan's tourism minister acknowledges the crisis but emphasizes focusing on resilient markets less affected by the regional conflicts to mitigate the impact.
What is the overall impact of the regional conflicts on Jordan's tourism industry?: The Israel-Hamas war and subsequent regional conflicts have significantly impacted Jordan's tourism industry, with flight bookings down 35% year-on-year and hotel occupancy rates in Petra as low as 10%.
What measures has Enas Al Hinti taken to keep her hotel open amidst the tourism crisis?: Enas Al Hinti, owner of the Nomads hotel in Petra, Jordan, has reduced staff pay and implemented unpaid leave to keep her business afloat amidst a tourism crisis.

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