A Vatel Bahrain delegation participated in the 19th Vatel International Convention in Nantes, France, followed by a visit to Vatel Academy in Lyon. Led by Shaikh Khalid bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, General Manager, and Fatema Frutan, Director of Academic Affairs, the delegation engaged with global Vatel representatives to exchange insights on hospitality and tourism education trends.
Held under the theme
“Vatel, quality without borders,” the convention focused on strengthening
international academic standards and developing future hospitality talent
through collaborative learning and professional training initiatives.
Sheikh Khaled bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, said:
“We are proud to participate in the 19th Vatel International Convention, which
represented an important opportunity to reinforce Vatel Bahrain’s presence
within the global Vatel network and to engage with the latest educational and
training practices that support the preparation of young professionals for the
future of the hospitality industry. Through this participation, we aimed to
bring valuable international insights back to the Kingdom of Bahrain.”
Sheikh Khaled further added: “The theme of
this year’s convention, ‘Quality Without Borders’, reflected Vatel Bahrain’s
vision of delivering excellence in academic education that transcends
geographical boundaries and ensures that students in Bahrain are benefiting
from the highest national and international standards as part of their journey in
Vatel . This is particularly important at a time when the hospitality sector
requires a new generation equipped with knowledge, skills, confidence and the
ability to respond to rapid changes in this vital industry. Exploring Vatel
Academy offerings opens the door for offering specialized training in this
promising field.”
Fatema Frutan, Director of Studies, said:
“The convention served as a strategic global platform for strengthening
academic and practical cooperation among Vatel campuses worldwide. At Vatel
Bahrain, we place great importance on the integration of academic learning and
practical training, as this remains a key pillar in preparing students for
successful careers in the hospitality sector.”
Frutan added: “Through our participation in this international gathering, we exchanged expertise with colleagues across the Vatel network, benefiting from global experiences that support the development of the learning environment and enrich the student experience. We also aimed to further explore student exchange opportunities and gain insights into the latest French and international curricula, ensuring that our programmes continue to respond to the evolving needs of the tourism and hospitality labour market.” -TradeArabia News Service