The Tatra Chamber of Commerce does not hide that guests from the Arabian Peninsula are tourists who spend a lot of money in Podhale. They travel, explore, consume, and are willing to pay extra to fulfill their desires. This year, local restaurants and tourism service providers want to introduce several conveniences. Plans include diversifying the gastronomic offer with halal dishes and introducing menus in Arabic. What else can be expected?
Arab Tourists in Podhale
As Agata Wojtowicz, president of the Tatra Chamber of Commerce, tells Business Insider, tourists from the Arabian Peninsula choose various forms of accommodation in Zakopane: both apartments and 5-star hotels. They usually travel with their entire families. - A family usually consists of at least two or three wives and a minimum of six children - she said.
With the needs of new clients, the local market is changing. Banners aimed at Arab tourists are appearing in Zakopane, and the Tatra Chamber of Commerce is considering introducing Arabic language courses for local service providers and training to help understand different cultural customs. Several restaurants already offer halal dishes and menus in Arabic.
Arab Tourists Love Polish Landscapes
The ways of spending free time also differ. Arab tourists avoid trekking and mountain hiking. Instead, they stroll through towns, relax by the river, and enjoy nature. They eagerly buy handicrafts and local souvenirs. - On Krupówki Street, when it starts to rain, Poles run to restaurants and taverns, while tourists from Arab countries are happy it rains and don’t hide at all. Last year, I witnessed a family taking photos by flower beds. It seems strange to us, but they don't have that back home - Agata Wojtowicz told Business Insider.
