RIYADH: The World Tourism Organization praised the Saudi Ministry of Tourism’s initiative for tourism education, “School Enrichment Programs,” as an ideal model for exploring students’ professional ambitions in the sector. The organization said that the Ministry of Tourism’s initiative in Saudi Arabia serves an exemplary model for other UNWTO member states. According to the Saudi Press Agency, the UNWTO said that integrating tourism in education contributes to economic and cultural prosperity, and enables students to find career paths and learn skills. The Saudi initiative, launched by the ministry’s Human Capability Development Program, directed students toward careers in tourism through cooperation agreements with four international schools. The schools also aim to promote the Kingdom as a tourist destination, and help Saudi students highlight the cultural heritage and spirit of authentic hospitality in their country.