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11/4/24, 2:24 PM Ajman Tourism Development Department Highlights Emirate’s tourism growth at World Travel Market – Executive Bulletin
H.E. Mahmood Khaleel Alhashmi, Director General of Ajman Tourism Development Department, said:
“The World Travel Market exhibition serves as a vital forum that convenes travel and tourism industry
experts and leaders around the world. It paves the way to reinforce our key partnerships in the sector,
exchange expertise and insights, and explore recent developments and innovations that are steering the
global tourism industry.”
H.E. Alhashmi added, “Our participation in the event comes in line with our effort to highlight the
emirate’s tourist attractions and strengthen its position on the global tourism landscape. We aim to
showcase our major efforts to advance the sector by implementing projects and initiatives that support the
development of tourism infrastructure, further opening avenues for new and sustainable growth. These
efforts are in line with the goals of Ajman Vision 2030 to boost the emirate’s status as an attractive and
sought-after living destination.”
Apart from ATDD’s involvement in the event, various hotels and companies will be participating in the
event. This year, hotels including Ajman Saray Hotel, The Oberoi Beach Resort Ajman, Ajman Hotel by
Blazon Hotels, Bahi Ajman Palace Hotel, Wyndham Garden Ajman Corniche, Fairmont Ajman Hotel,
Rida International Tourism and Travel, Bronze Tourism LLC, Darina Holidays LLC, and Musandam Sea
Adventure Travel and Tourism, will be taking part in the event.
In 2024, Ajman witnessed a notable surge in visitors from the United Kingdom. The emirate witnessed an
11 per cent rise in tourist arrivals between January and September 2024 as compared to the same period in
2023. Furthermore, the average duration of their stay grew by 8.1 per cent in 2024 when compared to
2022.
Meanwhile, the emirate tourism sector has shown remarkable growth in September 2024 as compared to
the same period last year, with a 5 per cent rise in total revenue. Furthermore, the sector marked a 3 per
cent increase in occupancy and 11 per cent surge in the number of guests, reflecting Ajman’s growing
appeal as the prime tourist destination.
The Department is responsible for managing and advancing Ajman’s tourism sector, as well as planning a
range of tourist, community and entertainment events. Through these efforts, it seeks to ensure
comprehensive and remarkable experiences for locals, residents and visitors of the emirate. The
department is committed to providing cutting-edge tourist services with the goal of delivering great
tourism experiences that meet the expectations of visitors and elevate the emirate’s status as a premier
tourist destination.
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