Dubai to host tourism marketing bonanza in three East Africa capitals
The Dubai Department of Tourism and Commerce has picked three East Africa’s capital cities in its marketing drive as it remains a top tourism destination for East African tourists.
Nairobi, Dar es Salam and Uganda will this week witness road shows organized for the first time by the Dubai tourism department, offering a chance for local operators to meet directly with the Gulf city’s top partners.
According to Dubai Tourism Chief Executive Officer, Mr Issam Kazim, Dubai continues to be a popular tourist destination for East Africa travelers, with a13.7 per cent increase in travelers from the three East African countries last year. “The aim of the trip is to highlight and promote the wide array of new and upcoming family attractions, experiences and hotels in Dubai that will further enhance the visitor experience,” he said.
The road shows are being conducted this week. Flydubai SVP Commercial Operations, Mr Sudhir Sreedharan, “We are very pleased to take part in Dubai Tourism’s first-ever road show to East Africa and to showcase brand Dubai and flydubai.
