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Al Etihad
02-05-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
Free Abu Dhabi stay: Etihad Airways, DCT celebrate success of Stopover Programme
2 May 2025 14:43 ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) and Etihad Airways celebrated the success of the Abu Dhabi Stopover Programme at Arabian Travel Market 2025, with visitor numbers continuing to accelerate at an impressive Stopover Programme has achieved 25,000 bookings in the first four months of 2025, representing a 47% growth in sales compared to the same period in significantly, the number of visitors has surged to 44,000 between January and April 2025, marking a substantial 76% increase over the 25,000 visitors recorded during the same period last success of the Abu Dhabi Stopover Programme extends beyond initial visits, with many travellers who first experienced the emirate during a short stopover returning for longer dedicated holidays. This growth builds on the strong performance throughout 2024, which welcomed 85,000 international stopover visitors compared to 12,000 in Airways anticipates hosting more than 130,000 stopover guests in programme attracts visitors from across Etihad's global network, with notable interest from the United States and Canada, where travellers are increasingly breaking their journey to experience Abu Dhabi's cultural attractions. European visitors from the United Kingdom, Germany, and France are discovering the emirate's unique blend of tradition and programme also resonates with travellers from India, Japan, and South Korea, highlighting Abu Dhabi's diverse appeal to international visitors. Abu Dhabi Pass: Free services, discounts The programme's appeal has been further enhanced by the new Abu Dhabi Pass launched in March, which provides additional benefits for travellers seeking to maximise their time in the digital Abu Dhabi Pass provides visitors with free airport transfers, a tourist SIM card with data connectivity, unlimited access to public buses, and 24-hour unlimited access to the hop-on-hop-off tourist bus network. Pass holders also enjoy exclusive discounts of up to 15% at leading attractions including Qasr Al Watan, Louvre Abu Dhabi, and Yas Island's entertainment destinations such as Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi, SeaWorld Yas Island, Abu Dhabi and Yas Excellency Saleh Mohamed Al Geziry, Director General for Tourism at DCT Abu Dhabi, said: "Abu Dhabi's strategic investment in data-led marketing, diverse programming, and a culture-first approach is yielding significant tourism growth, evidenced by 1.4 million Q1 2025 overnight guests. With the success of our stopover programme, we aim to strengthen partnerships and broaden our global reach, ensuring our unique cultural identity remains central to our long-term tourism vision.'The multi-sensory teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi opened on April 18 and is the newest addition to Saadiyat Cultural District. This 17,000 sqm immersive art space features transformative exhibits at the intersection of art, science, and technology, adding to the emirate's growing portfolio of world-class experiences.'Antonoaldo Neves, Etihad Airways Chief Executive Officer, said: "Our Stopover Programme continues to exceed expectations as more travellers choose to break their journey and discover Abu Dhabi. The 76% growth in visitors during the first four months of 2025 demonstrates the programme's accelerating momentum. "By offering up to two complimentary hotel nights, we're giving visitors the perfect opportunity to experience our remarkable destination. The introduction of the Abu Dhabi Pass has further enhanced this experience, providing practical benefits and exclusive discounts that allow visitors to make the most of their time in the emirate." Abu Dhabi's Tourism Strategy 2030 The average length of stay for stopover visitors has increased since 2024, with travellers exploring more attractions during their growth supports the objectives of Abu Dhabi's Tourism Strategy 2030, which aims to attract 39.3 million visitors, create 178,000 new jobs in the tourism sector, and contribute Dh90 billion to Abu Dhabi's GDP by 2030. DCT Abu Dhabi and Etihad Airways plan to further enhance the visitor experience through continued collaboration, with ambitious targets set for international visitor arrivals in the coming years.
CairoScene
16-04-2025
- Business
- CairoScene
Etihad Announces Summer Sale With Up to 30% Off Flights
The offer is valid for bookings made before April 18th, with travel dates spanning from May to September 2025. Etihad Airways has announced its biggest annual summer sale, offering travellers up to 30% off flights across its global network. The limited-time offer is valid for bookings made before April 18th, 2025, with travel dates spanning from May 1st to September 30th, 2025. The sale includes newly added destinations launching this June, such as Prague and Warsaw, alongside many other popular summer getaways. Travellers booking through Etihad's website can also take advantage of the airline's Abu Dhabi Stopover Programme, which offers up to two complimentary nights at select premium hotels in the UAE capital—an opportunity to turn a layover into a mini escape.
Mid East Info
08-02-2025
- Business
- Mid East Info
Discover Qatar Stopover Programme Achieves Record-Breaking Growth, Amplifying Qatar's Appeal as a Premier Tourism Destination
The remarkable growth demonstrates the exceptional success of Qatar Stopover Programme. Doha, Qatar – Discover Qatar, the destination management arm of Qatar Airways Group, has achieved a significant milestone, welcoming over 10,000 stopover visitors in a single month for the first time since the Qatar Stopover Programme's relaunch in August 2021. This achievement reflects Qatar's growing appeal as a world-class destination and the programme's growing popularity. In January 2025, the programme recorded more than 10,500 visitors, compared to 6,651 in January 2024. The number of visitors in the stopover programme increased an impressive 165% from April 2024 to January 2025 – as compared to the same timeframe in the previous year. The programme has also driven exceptional growth in hotel bookings, with over 100,000 room nights sold so far this year – doubling the figures from the previous year. Qatar Airways Holidays is driving this success as the largest contributor to the programme's sales, delivering over a third of all bookings, leveraging the marketing strength of Qatar Airways around the globe. Stopover is proving incredibly popular with Qatar Airways frequent flyers too, with 20% of customers using the popular loyalty currency Avios to pay for their bookings, with logged in Privilege Club members earning Avios and Qpoints with every transaction. Discover Qatar Senior Vice President, Steven Reynolds, said: 'Qatar Stopover Programme is central to positioning Qatar as a leading global destination, in line with Qatar National Vision 2030. By leveraging Qatar Airways' extensive network of over 170 destinations and the outstanding travel experiences we offer, we have firmly established Qatar as a must-visit destination. At Discover Qatar, we are committed to delivering tailored packages that combine cultural discovery, world-class hospitality, and unforgettable experiences for travellers from around the world.' The growth of the Stopover programme has been attributed to a combination of financial support from Visit Qatar coupled with strong demand from key source markets, driven by strong marketing campaigns from the Qatar Airways teams in Doha and in outstations across the globe. Leading global source markets include the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, Germany, and the Netherlands. The stop over programme has also received significant support from the travel trade, with particularly strong contributions coming from Australia, South Africa, Iran, Saudi Arabia, and New Zealand, showcasing its wide-ranging appeal to both leisure and business travellers. This accomplishment also highlights the world-class transit experience at Hamad International Airport, recognised as the World's Best Airport by Skytrax in 2024. Together, these elements enhance Qatar's position as a premier destination, offering a seamless blend of cultural heritage and modern luxury. About Stopover: Discover Qatar's Stopover programme offers a range of packages designed for travellers transiting through Doha with layovers of 12 to 96 hours. The packages start from just $14 for Standard hotels, in addition to three more package types – Premium, Premium with Doha Sands Beach access and Luxury, providing the perfect opportunity for visitors to indulge and explore Qatar's unique attractions. About Qatar Airways Holidays: Qatar Airways Holidays, the leisure division of Qatar Airways, a multi award-winning airline, operates from 84 countries globally. Offering unrivalled choice and unmatched quality, Qatar Airways Holidays features a diverse portfolio of holiday products including Flight + Hotel packages, cruise vacations, Qatar Stopovers, tours, and transfers. A one-stop-shop for exclusive Fly + Stay packages, Qatar Airways Holidays has an inspiring selection of 170+ destinations, 300,000+ hotels and 40+ cruises. When booking your packages, expect unbeatable prices with guaranteed lowest package prices when you combine flights and accommodation in one itinerary. Qatar Airways Holidays also provides convenient packages including flights, hotels and event tickets for global sporting events such as FIFA and Formula 1® – with unforgettable experiences. Privilege Club members can double-dip by collecting Avios on flights, plus Avios and Qpoints on the total holiday package value. Members can also use Cash + Avios to book packages at an unparalleled exchange rate, saving more and earning greater rewards. From irresistible offers on a wide range of trusted properties around the world to brilliant sporting experiences, you can fully customise your package and create truly memorable holidays. About Discover Qatar: Discover Qatar is the Destination Management Company (DMC) for the Qatar Airways Group. Discover Qatar strives to make Qatar stand out on the world stage as a premium tourist destination and takes immense pride in developing and showcasing the best experiences available here. Discover Qatar has built an excellent network of partnerships which enables it to offer: An exceptional and comprehensive selection of hotels including Stopover A unique range of tours and excursions Airport services including Transit Tours, Meet and Assist and Transfers Stopovers, long and short stays to ensure every customer is able to experience Qatar at its best A growing range of sporting events End to end service for MICE events, Cruise handling and Educational Travel
