Abu Dhabi’s Culture And Tourism Department Hosts Multi-City Roadshow For Indian Travel Industry

by  EVENTFAQS Bureau Industry Watch | October 4, 2024 | News

Multi-City Roadshow Abu Dhabi Indian Travel Industry

The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) recently hosted its ‘Experience Abu Dhabi’ roadshow across three major Indian cities: Delhi, Mumbai, and Bangalore. Engaging over 45 key travel trade stakeholders, including representatives from airlines, cruise lines, hotels, attractions, and destination management companies, the initiative aimed to spark interest in the diverse and enriching experiences that Abu Dhabi has to offer. 

The roadshow included insightful briefings, presentations, and cultural demonstrations that highlighted Emirati heritage, positioning the emirate as a premier destination for leisure, business, and incentive travel. This was complemented by exclusive networking dinners that brought together industry experts and investors to foster long-term partnerships.

Abdulla Mohammad, International Operations Director for DCT Abu Dhabi said, “It is always a pleasure to meet with our valued trade partners in India to discuss the business developments and growth opportunities that Abu Dhabi has in store.  India is among the top focus markets for tourism in the emirate and holds immense potential in the years to come. The roadshow is aimed to empower Indian travelers and operators, increasing awareness of the and enabling engagement with targeted corporates and leading travel agencies. By fostering strong partnerships, we are committed to delivering exceptional experiences for Indian visitors, whether they are seeking luxury, culture or adventure.”

The ‘Experience Abu Dhabi’ India roadshow also offered tailored toolkits, comprehensive services, and an innovative e-learning platform to continue empowering the travel providers with the resources necessary to promote Abu Dhabi. With multiple individual meetings conducted, the three-city India roadshow strengthened existing partner relations and built new connections with key Indian travel trade partners, presenting the emirate as a leading tourism destination for leisure and business, supporting the wider 2030 Tourism Strategy, aiming at increasing visitor numbers to 39.3 million by 2030.