The Department of Culture and Tourism, Abu Dhabi will be participating at the World Travel Market (WTM) in London, UK from 6-8 November and place cultural tourism high on the exhibition’s agenda. This year’s participation focuses on promoting the Emirate as a destination of distinction for tourists from across the UK and neighbouring European countries.
WTM London is among the largest international exhibitions in the fields of travel, tourism, investment, air transport and travel technologies. Every year, approximately 5,000 bodies from almost 188 countries participate in this event, which attracts more than 3,000 media representatives, 4,200 experts and 50,000 visitors. Last year, the three-day global event generated more than GBP2.8 billion or AED13.6 billion in revenues for participants, as almost 5,000 exhibiting destinations, technology and private-sector companies joined under one roof to network and explore business opportunities.
The Department of Culture and Tourism- Abu Dhabi will be spearheading a delegation comprised of a total of 40 exhibitors including the Emirate’s finest hotels, resorts, attractions, tour operators and destination management companies. The Department’s exhibition stand will cover an area of 609 square metres and will be themed around the Louvre Abu Dhabi to mark the much-anticipated opening of the museum on 11 November.
His Excellency Saif Saeed Ghobash, Director General, the Department of Culture and Tourism- Abu Dhabi, said: “This premier travel and tourism event offers a unique opportunity to reinforce the strong cultural attributes that characterise Abu Dhabi’s tourism scene. The platform also enables us to connect with other exhibitors and visitors to enhance the awareness of Abu Dhabi, Al Ain Region, and Al Dhafra Region on an international level.”
