The weekly regular Board of Directors Meeting of the Alanya Tourist Operators Association (ALTİD) was held under the chairmanship of President Cem Özcan. While the association's weekly activities were evaluated at the meeting, the concept of sustainable tourism in Alanya and the projects planned to be implemented with stakeholders were discussed. Additionally, eco-friendly practices in tourism and social responsibility studies regarding city security stood out on the meeting's agenda.
THE FUTURE OF TOURISM LIES IN SUSTAINABILITY
At the ALTİD Board of Directors meeting, studies that will increase Alanya's competitiveness in tourism and contribute to the future of the destination were evaluated. It was emphasized that tourism should be addressed not only in terms of economic growth but also with its environmental, social, and cultural dimensions.
In this context, the importance of expanding sustainable tourism practices and developing joint projects with stakeholders, primarily sector representatives and public institutions, was evaluated.
ELECTRIC VEHICLES WILL TAKE MORE OF A ROLE IN TOURISM
During the meeting, the cooperation protocol implemented between TÜRSAB and the Eurasia E-Mobility Association was also brought to the agenda. Within the scope of the protocol, the development of charging infrastructure for electric vehicles in tourism destinations and the widespread use of electric vehicles in the sector are aimed for.
It was evaluated that the study, which was welcomed by ALTİD, will contribute to the environmental sustainability of the tourism sector. With the expansion of electric transportation, it is aimed to contribute to reducing the carbon footprint of the tourism sector and creating more environmentally friendly destinations.
ALTİD stated that it will continue to support environmentally sensitive, innovative, and long-term solutions in line with sustainable tourism goals.
“THE SECURITY OF ALANYA IS OUR SHARED RESPONSIBILITY”
In addition to ALTİD’s sustainable tourism efforts, the support it provides in line with its social responsibility approach toward urban security was also evaluated at the meeting.
It was emphasized that, alongside the efforts that increase Alanya's tourism value, contributing to the peace and security of the city is also an important social responsibility.
With this understanding, ALTİD, in cooperation with the Alanya Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ALTSO), donated one Buggy (mobile off-road vehicle) to the Alanya District Gendarmerie Command in order to increase the rapid and effective response capability of the gendarmerie teams serving on the coasts and beaches.
ALTİD President Cem Özcan and ALTSO President Eray Erdem visited Alanya District Gendarmerie Commander Lieutenant Colonel Hüseyin Direk and carried out the delivery of the vehicle.
ÖZCAN: “A SAFE AND PEACEFUL DESTINATION IS THE FUNDAMENTAL ELEMENT OF TOURISM”
ALTİD President Cem Özcan stated that one of the most important elements of the tourism sector is being a safe and peaceful destination, expressing that the element of security holds an important place in the tourism future of Alanya.
Özcan stated, “Security is of great importance for the sustainability of tourism in Alanya and for our guests to have a peaceful holiday. We are happy to provide such a meaningful contribution together with ALTSO. We believe that the vehicle will facilitate the work of our gendarmerie teams serving in our coasts and beaches.”
THANKS FROM THE GENDARMERIE TO ALTİD AND ALTSO
Alanya District Gendarmerie Commander Lieutenant Colonel Hüseyin Direk also stated that the vehicle, which will provide significant contributions to the work of the teams operating on coasts and beaches, will enable patrol services to be carried out more effectively, especially in areas closed to vehicle traffic.
Direk thanked ALTSO President Eray Erdem and the ALTSO management, as well as ALTİD President Cem Özcan and the ALTİD management, for their support contributing to the peace and security of Alanya. He stated that the cooperation between the institutions carries importance in terms of strengthening the security of Alanya.
COMMON GOAL: A STRONG, SUSTAINABLE, AND SAFE ALANYA
The topics discussed at the ALTİD Board of Directors meeting once again demonstrated the importance of a multi-faceted approach regarding the future of Alanya tourism.
While it was noted that sustainable tourism, eco-friendly transportation, strong stakeholder collaborations, and urban security are complementary elements, ALTİD's determination to continue its social responsibility projects, which contribute to the city's quality of life and security in addition to its efforts aimed at developing Alanya's tourism potential, was emphasized.