Dubai sets new record with 9.3 million visitors so far in 2024, breaking its own record with a 9% increase compared to the same time last year. According to the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), Dubai is on track for a record-breaking performance this year. The city continues to attract tourists with its growing array of attractions and experiences.
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His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, said, “Guided by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum’s strategic vision, Dubai’s tourism sector continues to demonstrate its robust growth potential and attractive proposition for global travelers. We remain committed to maintaining this successful trajectory and boosting the tourism sector’s contribution to Dubai’s GDP. By further developing our infrastructure and providing exceptional services for visitors, we aim to set new benchmarks and records in 2024.”
Dubai continues to set new tourism records, welcoming over 9.3 million international visitors in the first half of 2024. Growing an impressive 9% from the same period last year, this performance reflects Mohammed bin Rashid’s strategic vision for growth embodied in the Dubai… pic.twitter.com/hTNRXHpjRj
— Hamdan bin Mohammed (@HamdanMohammed) July 28, 2024
In 2024, Dubai was named the No. 1 global destination for the third year in a row by Tripadvisor Traveller’s Choice awards, making it the first city to win three consecutive years. Dubai Mall has also been smashing records, welcoming 57 million visitors in the first half of 2024, an 8% increase from the same time last year.
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Dubai’s growth shows no signs of slowing down, and it’s clear that the city is on a path to even greater success in the tourism industry.
