DOHA: Qatar Tourism Authority (QTA) showcased Qatar's thriving tourism and hospitality sector at the recent ITB Asia, the largest travel show in Asia. QTA led Qatar's delegation at the annual business-to-business travel trade show and convention, which took place from Wednesday to Friday at Suntec Singapore International Convention Exhibition Centre.
The major developments in Qatar's tourism infrastructure and the growth in tourism were among those highlighted to key travel industry stakeholders at the event.
QTA showcased Qatar as a unique and leading MICE destination, offering state-of-the-art venues with a harmonious blend of upscale leisure and cultural attractions.
"Asia is a significant tourism market for us; it represents Qatar's second largest source market for tourists behind the GCC region. We believe Asia provides substantial opportunities for further growth," said Hamad Al Abdan, Director of Exhibitions at QTA.
"With culture, heritage, sight-seeing and leisure on the agendas of travellers, Qatar is an ideal destination; while for business travellers, through its superior MICE offerings, Qatar is a leading high-end destination, situated centrally between Europe and Asia," added Al Abdan.
The trade show attracted around 8,500 delegates, including more than 750 buyers. Attendees were largely from the Asian region, but were drawn from more than 90 countries. QTA focused on holding buyer meetings and interacting with counterparts in the Asian tourism industry during their stay to raise interest in Qatar as a destination for business and leisure travel.
The Qatari delegation also included the Ministry of Culture, Katara and Qatar Museums Authority (QMA). Six hotels also joined in the exhibition namely Sharq Village & Spa, Best Western Hotel, La Cigale Hotel, Wyndham Grand Regency Doha, Souq Waqif Boutique Hotels Doha, and Intercontinental Doha The City, in addition to three tour operators including Arabian Adventures, Discover Qatar by Qatar Airways, and Regency Travel and Tours.
© The Peninsula 2013
