There has been a surge in tourists opting to visit Dubai, according to new figures.
There has been a three per cent increase in European travellers, with visitors from the UK accounting for the largest proportion.
Those taking cheap flights to Dubai may also be pleased with the growth in accommodation on offer in the region, as the total number of hotels increased to 566 – up from the 530 operating in 2009.
DTCM director general Khalid Ahmed Bin Sulayem explained Dubai remains a popular tourist destination even though there has been a global decline within the industry.
He added that the strong private sector has helped and the growth “would not have been possible without their sincere efforts and co-operation, especially given the challenges faced by the global tourism industry in general”.
Dubai has benefited from substantial investment its transport network in recent years. In particular, holidaymakers have made regular use of the Dubai Metro which stops inside terminals 1 and 3 of Dubai International Airport.
Written by Ruth Norris.
