Wednesday 20 / August / 2025
Duqm: A youth ideas competition titled "Tourism Hackathon 2025" will kick off in Duqm, Governorate of Al Wusta, from 27 to 31 August 2025.
Organized by the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism in cooperation with the private sector, the competition seeks to develop the sectors of tourism and hospitality in the Sultanate of Oman.
The hackathon aims to provide a platform for youth, entrepreneurs and innovators and develop smart solutions that keep pace with the evolving reality of the tourism sector.
In the long term, the competition is also envisaged to motivate and empower talented Omani youth to think in innovative ways and address challenges through applicable solutions that contribute to the promotion of sustainable growth and the competitiveness of the tourism sector.
The event also provides an opportunity to enhance the Sultanate of Oman's commitment to supporting innovation and honing future skills in the sectors of tourism and hospitality.
The hackathon will be attended by innovators, entrepreneurs and students from universities and colleges. It will focus on types of smart tourism destinations, visitor experiences, tourism events and activities, sustainable tourism, digital innovation and the conservation of heritage and culture.
