Dubai's tourism industry is experiencing a white-hot surge, propelled by a strategic plan that promises a future of 'astronomical' growth.
According to Emirates News Agency - WAM, the industry broke records in 2023, welcoming an unprecedented number of visitors from both traditional and emerging markets, with hotels exceeding pre-pandemic performance across all key areas.
Accommodation and food services, a key sector in tourism, saw a big 11.1% growth, highlighting Dubai's status as a top tourist destination.
The emirate is also expanding its hospitality and leisure offerings with new mega-projects, including island destinations and waterfront communities. A few of the upcoming projects include Palm Jebel Ali, Dubai Creek Tower and Burj Binghatti etc.
Arabian Travel Market 2024: Key announcements
- Emirates Airline unveiled the initial destinations for its brand new A350 fleet, set to take to the skies in September 2024, particularly for short and medium haul routes in the Middle East and GCC, West Asia and Europe.
- Dubai's tourism sector is expected to receive a significant boost with the upcoming launch of the GCC Grand Tours Visa. Industry experts anticipate that the Grand Tours Visa will encourage longer stays and increased spending, as tourists can explore the diverse offerings of the entire region with a single visa.
- Additionally, the new $35 Billion Al Maktoum International Airport is expected to propel Dubai's growth with increased capacity and is said to be capable of handling more than 160 million passengers per year.
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