The “Travel and Tour World” website, specializing in tourism and travel news, described the reopening of Sirte Gulf International Airport as a promising turning point for the tourism and business sectors in Libya. The reopening comes after a 12-year closure in a country making diligent efforts to recover from the repercussions of the 2011 events, according to a report followed and its key contents translated by “Al-Marsad Newspaper.”
A Return After 12 Years… and a Shift in Traffic
The report indicated that the resumption of flights provides an essential air link, strengthening the connection between Tripoli in the west and Benghazi in the east, and places Sirte on the map of domestic travel, which gradually restores confidence in the air transport infrastructure.
Strategic Location and a Gateway to the Oil Coast
“Travel and Tour World” affirmed that Sirte, with its Mediterranean charm and rich history, enjoys a strategic location between the capital and the city of Benghazi, making it an excellent gateway to the Libyan coast and its oil fields and ports, and positioning it for a pivotal role in supply and travel networks.
Tourism Prospects Awaiting Activation
The report suggests that the return of commercial flights revives hope for a promising tourism sector that has been affected by years of declining arrivals and disrupted domestic travel, making it likely that the new traffic will help attract investment and improve logistical services.
A Cautious Recovery in Hospitality… and Beginnings for the Maritime Sector
The report spoke of a gradual recovery in the hotel sector, as investments in hotels, resorts, and hospitality infrastructure have begun to grow cautiously. Meanwhile, the cruise sector remains in its initial stages despite Libya possessing a long and attractive coastline, which leaves ample room for future development.