Abu Dhabi Cruise Terminal, the operator of local and international cruise and leisure destinations, has recorded more than 700,000 visitors arriving in Abu Dhabi and more than 82,000 visitors beginning their travels from Abu Dhabi as an embarkation port. The numbers for the first quarter of 2023 have surpassed the 2022 numbers by more than 37 per cent. The first quarter saw 363,494 visitors and 120 calls, whereas, in Q1 of 2022, there were 89,953 visitors and 60 calls. Read on to know more.
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The statics and numbers were announced by AD Ports Group, the leading facilitator of global trade, logistics, and industry. The growth is impressive, and the 2022/2023 season registered more than 700,000 visitors and 184 calls, compared to 177,639 visitors and 130 calls in the 2021/2022 season.
There’s A 37% Increase From The 2022 Season
Launched in December 2015, Abu Dhabi Cruise Terminal has restaurants, retail outlets, duty-free shops, Etihad Airline check-in, and baggage storage. Talking about this busy season, Saif Al Mazrouei, Chief Executive Officer – of Ports Cluster, AD Ports Group, said, “The increasing number of visitors is a testament to Abu Dhabi’s position as a world-class hub for maritime tourism and the trust bestowed on us by our partners in the cruise industry to deploy their latest and largest vessels to the region.
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Furthermore, he added, “Both Abu Dhabi Cruise Terminal and Sir Bani Yas Cruise Beach have evolved to offer an incredible and unique cruise experience for all guests, providing them with the opportunity to discover both the extraordinary attractions within Abu Dhabi and the natural beauty of Sir Bani Yas Island.”
Speaking about these impressive numbers and records, Saleh Al Geziry, Director General of the Tourism Sector at the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi, said, “Tourism is a driving force of Abu Dhabi’s economic progress and prosperity, with the growing attractiveness of the emirate to cruise passengers playing a significant role in its success. The solid performance from the 2022-23 season demonstrates the rapid development of this visitor segment and showcases the effectiveness of our robust growth strategy for cruise travel in Abu Dhabi.”
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