Abu Dhabi’s Department of Culture & Tourism takes aim at heavy GCC visitor turnout for Summer

Abu Dhabi’s Department of Culture & Tourism takes aim at heavy GCC visitor turnout for Summer

Dubai: The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi is getting the word out nice and early among potential visitors from the Gulf seeking a summer getaway. The government entity hosted events in major Gulf cities to launch the SeaWorld on Yas Island, and Experience Abu Dhabi’s ‘One Summer Isn’t Enough’ offering. The events were done in tandem with 20 key partners, including hotels and city attractions. The roadshows provided GCC travel trade professionals with a chance to ‘learn more about the various attractions and experiences’ Abu Dhabi has to offer as well as new promotions. The SeaWorld Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, opens May 23. “This GCC roadshow will be an effective tool for promoting the new, highly anticipated SeaWorld Abu Dhabi, as well as Abu Dhabi’s exciting summer season offers,” said Abdulla Yousef, Director of Travel Trade and Market Development at DCT Abu Dhabi. “With the ‘Kids Go Free’ and ‘Stay More, Pay Less’ offers, and with our location just a short flight away, we are confident that the emirate will be recognised as a top destination for families and friends looking to create memorable summer vacation experiences.” The ‘Stay More, Pay Less’ offers visitors a free night’s