Ashraf Bakri

Sabastia Guesthouse

The “Sabastia Guesthouse” project involved providing digitalization and website development support for a Private Public Partnership commissioned by the local council of Sabastia. My role encompassed a comprehensive digitalization assessment, needs analysis, and the formulation of a strategic roadmap. This included developing a website with rich media content showcasing the local council, the guesthouse’s historical […]

Car Rental Jerusalem

Introducing the innovative project “Car Rental Jerusalem,” a dynamic entrepreneurial solution addressing a significant obstacle to tourism development in Palestine. Recognizing that tourism traffic to Palestinian territories hinges on Israeli borders, travel routes, and service regulations, particularly with Jerusalem as a gateway, we identified a critical challenge. Independent travelers flying into Israel, eager for self-driven […]

Nabi Musa

Hired as an external Community-Based Tourism (CBT) expert by the bidding company, my role encompassed the entire project life cycle — from the initial stages of crafting the bid proposal to the ultimate success of negotiating and winning the contract. Working closely with the bid-winning contractor, I contributed strategic insights and expertise to guide their […]

Enjoy Jenin

Enjoy Jenin: Showcasing the Hidden Gems of Rural and Community-Based Tourism Enjoy Jenin is a remarkable project commissioned by Caritas Jerusalem in collaboration with three local councils in the Jenin province of the northern West Bank. This collaborative effort aimed to map and document 110 tourism assets within the region, encompassing 13 villages in the […]

Hantourism

Hantourism: Palestine’s First Community-Based Tourism Platform Hantourism traces its roots back to a single experiment—an eco-friendly city tour of Jericho using local farmers’ horse-drawn carriages as a sustainable tourism product. This initiative, an extension of the Auberg-Inn Guesthouse in Jericho, sought to add value to the local community while providing visitors with an authentic and […]

Area D Hostel

Area D Hostel: A Story of Passion and Transformation Area D Hostel holds a special place in the realm of community-based tourism in Palestine. Founded by a Swiss-American NGO worker, the hostel was born out of a deep love for the region and a desire to showcase Palestine as an enchanting destination. With the slogan […]

Auberg-Inn

The Auberg-Inn Guesthouse in Jericho holds a special place in my portfolio as a tourism consultant. This project is not only a family endeavor but also a significant milestone in my career, marking a transition from the Telecom industry to community-based tourism entrepreneurship. Beyond its entrepreneurial significance, Auberg-Inn Guesthouse stands out as the first property […]