The UAE’s tourism sector continues to thrive, with hotel establishments generating AED 33.5B ($9.1B) in revenue during the first nine months of 2024.
This reflects a four per cent growth compared to the same period in 2023.
The average hotel occupancy rate across the seven emirates increased to 77.8 per cent, placing it among the highest worldwide. Hotel stays reached around 75.5 million from January to September 2024, representing an eight per cent year-on-year rise.
The UAE delegation announced this during their participation in the 27th session of the Arab Ministerial Council for Tourism at the League of Arab States General Secretariat headquarters in Cairo.
The UAE delegation reiterated the nation’s dedication to promoting joint Arab efforts in tourism, underscoring its role as a crucial economic driver and significant contributor to sustainable development in the Arab world.
The delegation further emphasised that collective Arab tourism initiatives go beyond economic gains, serving as a means to enhance cultural exchange, preserve the region’s rich heritage, and reinforce the shared identity of Arab nations.
