UAE positioned itself as global hub for tourism, with innovative forward-thinking and adaptability: Deutsche Hospitality

UAE positioned itself as global hub for tourism, with innovative forward-thinking and adaptability: Deutsche Hospitality

ABU DHABI, 30th May, 2023 (WAM) -- Siegfried Nierhaus, Vice President Middle East, Deutsche Hospitality, affirmed that the UAE has positioned itself as a key player in the GCC hospitality and leisure sectors, quickly becoming a global hub for the tourism industry and hotel developments.

“The UAE’s innovative forward-thinking and adaptability have resulted in a significant influx of international tourists due to its dynamic offerings and unique attractions," Nierhaus told the Emirates News Agency (WAM).

“Cities such as Dubai and Abu Dhabi have rapidly established themselves as the hospitality destination of choice for business and leisure. Emirates such as Ras Al Khaimah are also heavily investing in these sectors, offering international tourists diverse offerings across the leisure and entertainment sectors.”

Asked about his outlook for occupancy rates in 2023, Nierhaus said that “the hotel room demand has been superior to the hotel room offer during many days in the UAE in Quarter 1 2023".

“The results for the hotels have been exceeding expectations and the trend seems to continue. As the hotel room bookings are coming in very late, the forecasting is difficult, but the trend is positive and I do believe that even for the period from May to September we will experience