For the first time, Qatar hosted the Arabia Luxury Travel Show in Doha, held from January 12 to 15, showcasing the country’s position as a premier luxury destination in the Middle East. The event attracted over 160 luxury tour operators and MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) agents from key markets including Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Ukraine, Uzbekistan, Azerbaijan, Armenia, Georgia, Moldova, and the Baltic States.
More than 50 prominent hotels, destination management companies, and tourism boards from across the Middle East, including Qatar, the UAE, Oman, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Turkey, and the Indian Ocean, participated in the show, spotlighting the region’s world-class luxury tourism offerings.
Highlights of the Event
The four-day event, hosted at the Ritz Carlton - Doha, featured a robust agenda:
Two Days of B2B Meetings: Facilitating high-level business engagements between buyers and exhibitors.
Networking Events: Building relationships and fostering collaborations within the luxury travel industry.
Participants also had the opportunity to explore Qatar’s luxury tourism assets, visiting:
Vibrant Souqs
World-Class Museums
Immaculate Desert Landscapes
Qatar’s Iconic Skyline
Strengthening Qatar’s Luxury Tourism Goals
Eng. Abdulaziz Ali Al-Mawlawi, Chief Executive Officer of Visit Qatar, commented on the success of the event:"The Arabia Luxury Travel Show has provided Visit Qatar a platform to showcase Qatar’s unique luxury offerings to key international markets. By engaging directly with influential buyers and travel professionals, we continue to position Qatar as a leading destination for discerning travellers. This event aligns with our strategic vision to expand Qatar’s footprint in the global luxury tourism sector while strengthening our presence in key markets."
The show emphasized luxury travel and highlighted Doha’s family-friendly appeal, aligning with Qatar’s Tourism Strategy 2030 to solidify its reputation as a global luxury hub.
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