Full Video: Abu Dhabi’s $7 Billion Bet on Tourism Growth

Key Points

• Abu Dhabi has launched a $7 billion strategy to boost tourism, aiming for 7% annual visitor growth and to double tourism’s GDP contribution to $24.5 billion by 2030.
• The plan features significant investment in hotel development, airport modernization, expanded airline routes, and the promotion of cultural heritage sites.
• By 2030, Abu Dhabi aims to create over 216,000 tourism jobs through a personalized, data-driven, and talent-focused approach.

Summary

Abu Dhabi has unveiled a $7 billion tourism growth strategy targeting 7% annual visitor growth, 18,000 new hotel rooms, and a doubling of tourism’s GDP contribution to $24.5 billion by 2030. The emirate’s plan emphasizes culture, sustainability, and innovation through investments in airport technology, airline expansion, hotel development, and cultural projects. By the end of the decade, Abu Dhabi aims to create more than 216,000 tourism jobs with a focus on personalization and talent development.