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Tourism and culture achievements highlight Abu Dhabi’s evolution into a global cultural and tourism centre The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) is continuing its transformative journey of growth, with the emirate’s hotels welcoming 4.8 million guests and seeing a 26 per cent increase in international guests year-to-date (YTD) as of October 2024. DCT Abu Dhabi also welcomed more than 3.9 million visitors across its cultural events and landmarks YTD October, a 21 per cent increase compared to the same period last year, highlighting the success of cultural initiatives that draw inspiration from traditional and modern elements. These achievements highlight Abu Dhabi’s evolution into a global cultural and tourism centre, driven by DCT Abu Dhabi’s strategic vision and successful collaborations with partners across the private, government and semi-government ecosystem. In a media briefing, H.E. Saood Abdulaziz Al Hosani, Undersecretary of DCT Abu Dhabi, detailed the emirate’s accomplishments and initiatives, while also outlining strategic plans aligned with Abu Dhabi’s Tourism Strategy 2030 to further enhance the emirate’s global standing as a cultural and travel destination. H.E. Saood Abdulaziz Al Hosani, Undersecretary, DCT Abu Dhabi, said, “Our journey so far has been transformational as we continue to share Abu Dhabi with the world. We are guided by a bold vision set forth in the refreshed Tourism Strategy 2030 and Culture Strategy, and the results we have shared underscore Abu Dhabi’s commitment to excellence and sustainable growth, and highlight the impact of coordinated efforts in destination and cultural development.” “By crafting authentic experiences, developing our infrastructure, and fostering talent, community engagement, and key partnerships, we are shaping the emirate into a thriving global leader in the tourism and …

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