The Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) announced a significant increase in hotel guests and cultural visitors in 2024. As of October, 4.8 million hotel guests visited, marking a 26% rise in international visitors compared to 2023. Additionally, over 3.9 million people attended cultural events and landmarks, a 21% increase from the previous year.
Saood Abdulaziz Al Hosani, Under-Secretary of DCT Abu Dhabi, emphasized the emirate's commitment to excellence and sustainable growth, guided by the Tourism Strategy 2030 and Culture Strategy. The strategy aims to attract 39.3 million visitors, create 178,000 jobs, and contribute AED90 billion to the GDP by 2030 through initiatives in city activation, promotion, infrastructure, and regulation.
The City Tourism Briefing highlighted Abu Dhabi's growing tourism and aviation sectors. Zayed International Airport now hosts 24 airlines, and Etihad Airways launched 10 new routes in 2024. Wizz Air Abu Dhabi and Air Arabia also expanded their destinations, enhancing Abu Dhabi's status as a travel hub.
Future projects include expanding Warner Bros. World with Harry Potter World, developing the Saadiyat Cultural District, and enhancing Hudayriyat Island and Yas Waterworld. These efforts aim to position Abu Dhabi as a leading global destination for leisure, culture, and adventure.
Abu Dhabi is the capital city of the United Arab Emirates, a country in the Middle East. It is known for its modern architecture, shopping, and cultural attractions.
Cultural tourism is when people travel to learn about and experience the culture, history, and heritage of a place. This can include visiting museums, historical sites, and attending cultural events.
Tourism Strategy 2030 is a plan created by Abu Dhabi to increase the number of visitors and boost the economy by 2030. It includes developing attractions and improving services for tourists.
AED stands for Arab Emirates Dirham, which is the currency used in the United Arab Emirates. It is similar to how India uses the Indian Rupee.
GDP stands for Gross Domestic Product, which is the total value of all goods and services produced in a country. It is used to measure the economic health of a country.
Warner Bros. World is a large indoor theme park in Abu Dhabi. It features rides and attractions based on popular Warner Bros. characters like Batman and Superman.
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