Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.com) -- In accordance with the instructions of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan, given during the visit of the head of state to the Republic of Karakalpakstan on 20-21 August, a training seminar was held by the Association of Private Tourism Organizations of Uzbekistan in conjunction with the State Committee for Tourism Development organizing the activities of family guest houses in Ellikkalinsky district of the Republic of Karakalpakstan on 25-26 August.

The seminar was attended by citizens planning to launch activities to organize family guest houses.

Within the framework of the seminar, experts conducted lectures on organizing family guest houses, improving service in accommodation facilities, on providing food for guests, and master classes.

Following the seminar, all participants were awarded certificates.

Carrying out such events is aimed both at increasing the number of accommodation facilities in the republic, and at improving the quality of the service provided and creating new jobs for citizens.