Concerns Over Illegal Tourism Practices
Amid escalating debates surrounding the chaos of unregulated tourism operations, Barada Silwan Afandi, the president of the Regional Association of Travel Agencies in the Marrakech-Safi region, has raised an alarm regarding the troubling rise of what is locally termed 'blayk.' He emphasizes that this phenomenon poses a significant threat to the balance of the tourism sector within the region. In an exclusive statement to kech24.com, Afandi noted that professionals in the industry have submitted numerous complaints regarding these illegal practices, yet, alarmingly, there has been minimal response or engagement from the authorities. He indicated that the situation has deteriorated considerably, and despite the plethora of complaints, there has been no effective intervention aimed at curbing this issue.
The Impact of Lawlessness on the Tourism Sector
According to Afandi, various stakeholders in the tourism industry are suffering due to this prevailing disorder. He asserts that the lack of strict enforcement of existing laws has emboldened many outsiders to intrude upon the sector, allowing individuals with no legitimate ties to the profession to engage in tourism activities in a haphazard manner. The regional association continues to condemn these practices, but the absence of real deterrent measures exacerbates the situation and negatively impacts the image of the tourism sector in the region.
As highlighted in his remarks, some individuals are organizing trips and excursions using private vehicles without the necessary legal permits. Furthermore, others exploit rental cars or even hotel facilities to offer tourism services outside the legal framework governing the profession. Drawing comparisons with international experiences, Afandi pointed out that several countries, including Spain, have implemented stringent laws mandating that operators in the sector obtain the required licenses, strictly prohibiting any tourism activity outside this regulatory framework. He stressed the urgent need for Morocco to adopt a similar approach to regulate the sector effectively.
In conclusion, Barada Silwan Afandi reaffirmed that the ongoing chaos threatens genuine professionals and undermines efforts to promote tourism in the region.
As reported by kech24.com.
