DCT Abu Dhabi Organises Three-City Roadshow in India
Roadshows in Hyderabad, Chandigarh, and Pune reinforced Abu Dhabi’s position as a destination for Indian travellers
The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) extended its Experience Abu Dhabi Roadshow in India to the cities of Hyderabad, Chandigarh, and Pune, engaging over 30 stakeholders from Abu Dhabi and with over 600 trade partners from India in attendance.
In 2024 alone, India was the leading source market for hotel bookings in Abu Dhabi, contributing 12% of all international guests—a 43% year-on-year increase.
The Experience Abu Dhabi Roadshow was a huge success in Hyderabad on 7 April, followed by Chandigarh and Pune on 9 and 11 April respectively, providing invaluable insights and fostering stronger connections with key travel partners in these Tier 2 markets.
Abdulla Mohammad, International Operations Director for DCT Abu Dhabi, said: “India remains a priority focus market for tourism in Abu Dhabi. The engagement from travel partners in this region and their positive response to the Experience Abu Dhabi Roadshow across Hyderabad, Chandigarh, and Pune was truly encouraging. The roadshow highlighted Abu Dhabi as a destination that seamlessly blends tradition and contemporary, offering something for every type of traveller. We are committed to strengthening relationships to ensure that Abu Dhabi remains a key destination for Indian travellers seeking unforgettable experiences.”
Leveraging this momentum, DCT Abu Dhabi is pleased to announce another Experience Abu Dhabi Roadshow in India, scheduled for 8-12 September 2025 in New Delhi, Bangalore, and Mumbai. This next phase of engagement will further solidify Abu Dhabi’s presence in the Indian market and provide additional opportunities for collaboration with key industry partners.
DCT Abu Dhabi remains committed to continued investment in trade partnerships, enhanced connectivity, and targeted promotional campaigns to drive visitor growth in key markets, supporting its wider 2030 Tourism Strategy, aimed at increasing visitor numbers to 39.3 million by 2030.
