DTCM brings another accolade for Dubai

The magazine published the results of the poll on the sidelines of the Moscow International Travel and Tourism Exhibition (MITT-2004) which concluded recently.

The 6th Russian Travel Industry Awards were instituted by TTG-Russia and ITE Travel Exhibitions. MITT is considered as the third biggest travel trade fair in Europe. DTCM has been participating in the MITT right from its inception 11 years ago. This year, Dubai was represented by a 35-member strong delegation.

The Dubai stand with a strong team of 55 co-participants. The DTCM Manager Overseas Promotions, Mr. Khalifa Ali Buamaim, who headed the Dubai delegation to MITT-2004, gave all the credit to the hard work and dedication of the staff of the DTCM Moscow.

"The award reflects our aggressive promotional and marketing agenda for this region where Dubai remained a sought-after year-round destination for business and leisure. This recognition prompts us to further energize our efforts for this market," he said.

He said the emirate's world-class tourism infrastructure and high-standard services came in for praise at the exhibition and Dubai stand remained a cynosure of all eyes at the event which drew travel and tourism industry professionals from across the world.

Mr. Buamaim said "Dubai has remained a favorite destination among the Russians, and tourism companies based in Moscow and elsewhere in the region have been successful in marketing Dubai."

Mr. Bumaiam said the Russian guests staying in Dubai hotel establishments recorded a record 17 per cent increase in 2003 compared with the 2002 figures.