Dubai's conferences and incentive facilities showcased in CONFEX 2003

The visitors were exposed to the emirate's facilities and potential largely designed for global conferences, business and trade meetings, that can be availed by incentive travelers. The three-day exhibition was participated by 19 co-participants along with the department.

DTCM Manager Overseas Promotions, Ibrahim Ahli said that the participation of DTCM in this specialised event indicates the seriousness of Dubai to become the most sought after venue for conferences and exhibitions. "Though a new comer in this market, Dubai has successfully hosted a large number of international conferences and exhibitions and is one of the favourite destinations in the list of an incentive traveler. Dubai will be hosting the annual IMF/World Bank Conference this year. This confirms that we are going in a positive direction and should be soon emerging as the most popular venue for conferences and exhibitions," said Mr. Ahli.

Mr. Ahli remarked that the number of visitors to Dubai from UK and British tour operators featuring the emirate in their programme is constantly on increase: "There has been an increase of 15.60 per cent in the number of hotel establishment guests from UK in 2001 compared to the year 2000. Similarly the number of UK tour operators featuring Dubai in their itinerary has also increased by 12.34 per cent in the year 2001 compared to 2000".

Mr. Ahli stated that the event has an established reputation as the industry forum and attracts UK's top meeting planners. "This event is a showcase for international conference and exhibition venues and attracts huge number exhibitors from different parts of the world," said Mr. Ahli.

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