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Abu Dhabi targeting marine leisure tourists
25 Feb 2010
Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates is aiming to attract more marine leisure tourists over the coming year.
The destination's Yas Marina complex on Yas Island is currently hosting the second Abu Dhabi Yacht Show, which will run until 27 February.
Tourism leaders are targeting the event as an opportunity to showcase the emirate's marine leisure facilities and attract the interest of sailors and yacht owners.
Sheikh Sultan Bin Tahnoon Al Nayhan, chairman of the Abu Dhabi Tourism Authority (ADTA), said: 'Yas Marina and the infrastructure on Yas Island are testaments to Abu Dhabi's ability to deliver the best infrastructure and facilities management.
'We intend to turn this now proven expertise to the advantage of all, as we leverage our natural assets of premier geographic location, stunning coastline and islands and complement them with luxurious, efficient and competitive onshore support facilities.'
Several other marine leisure hubs are currently under development in the emirate.
The ADTA chairman said the industry is setting out on 'what will be an invigorating and rewarding journey'.
Opodo cheap flights, hotels and car hire - let the journey begin!
The destination's Yas Marina complex on Yas Island is currently hosting the second Abu Dhabi Yacht Show, which will run until 27 February.
Tourism leaders are targeting the event as an opportunity to showcase the emirate's marine leisure facilities and attract the interest of sailors and yacht owners.
Sheikh Sultan Bin Tahnoon Al Nayhan, chairman of the Abu Dhabi Tourism Authority (ADTA), said: 'Yas Marina and the infrastructure on Yas Island are testaments to Abu Dhabi's ability to deliver the best infrastructure and facilities management.
'We intend to turn this now proven expertise to the advantage of all, as we leverage our natural assets of premier geographic location, stunning coastline and islands and complement them with luxurious, efficient and competitive onshore support facilities.'
Several other marine leisure hubs are currently under development in the emirate.
The ADTA chairman said the industry is setting out on 'what will be an invigorating and rewarding journey'.
Opodo cheap flights, hotels and car hire - let the journey begin!
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