Union Day and COP 28 raise hotel occupancy levels in the Emirates Al Khaleej newspaper

Abu Dhabi: Adnan Najm

Hotels in the UAE announced the launch of a group of offers on the occasion of the celebration of the 52nd Union Day. It is expected that record high occupancy rates will be recorded during the holiday period announced to celebrate this occasion.

Managers and workers in the hotel sector in the country said that hotels have announced a number of offers that are expected to attract large numbers of visitors and guests, in addition to the tourist groups flocking to the country. To enjoy the beautiful atmosphere that characterizes the Emirates during this time of the year.

They pointed out that the country’s embrace of a number of events and activities helped achieve positive and significant performance for hotels.

The hotels affiliated with Ishraq Hospitality, a subsidiary of the Emirati group Mohammed and Obaid Al Mulla, which owns more than 8 five-, four- and three-star hotels, have recorded an occupancy rate of more than 95% so far. This coincides with the launch of the “COP 28” events, which begins in Dubai and attracts large numbers from several countries around the world, and the approaching Union Day holiday, which is an outlet for families and families to spend enjoyable times, in light of the availability of promotional offers and suitable weather, which will contribute to achieving Positive and strong performance of the hotel sector, recording record occupancies that revitalize the service sector in the country.

Sherif Bishara, CEO of the Mohammed and Obaid Al Mulla Group, said: “There is currently a significant increase in demand for hotel rooms for the Union Day holiday, which also coincides with the start of the COP 28 events, which will raise occupancy rates significantly and double in general for the hotel sector in the UAE.” Compared to previous months, we are fortunate that our hotel facilities cover the Emirate of Dubai, which is characterized by business continuity and attracting international events that support tourism. It is a global center of attraction for tourism, business and international exhibitions, and the most important event that Dubai is currently witnessing, “COP 28”, in addition to the Union Day holiday… are all attractive factors that have currently contributed to increasing the occupancy rate, which is expected to reach 100%.

Bishara explained that the promotional offers that will be offered during the Union Day holiday will suit the requirements of family members, which will contribute to increasing the number of guests attracted from the emirates of the country at this time of the year, which is an ideal opportunity to revive domestic tourism and enjoy the wonderful climate that… This is currently characteristic of the country, while the management of hotels distributed in Dubai is completing its final preparations to receive guests and delegations, with privileges for guests and connecting rooms for family members. Some savings offers were provided, amounting to discounts on accommodation and facilities exceeding 30%, in addition to valuable offers for those wishing to go to the restaurants affiliated with the group’s hotels, within an entertainment atmosphere suitable for the family during the days of the Union Day holiday.

While Mohsen Al Shimi, Regional Government Sales Department Manager for St. Regis Hotels in Abu Dhabi, said: With the UAE’s celebrations of Union Day approaching, many parties were keen to organize a celebration of this national occasion dear to our hearts, which prompted us to submit offers to companies to organize their events and activities at the hotel. In addition to offering offers for individuals, families and tourists.

Al-Shimi added: The celebration of Union Day coincides with the organization of a large number of activities and events, including Formula 1 races, exhibitions and conferences, which raised hotel occupancy to record levels.

He continued by saying: The Abu Dhabi Marriott Group is offering many special offers, to celebrate this national occasion, with special prices and benefits for guests and delegations.

Radi Baz, Director of Sales Department at the Sofitel Corniche Hotel – Abu Tabi, said: The month of December witnesses a very active tourist movement in celebration of Union Day, and the holiday announced on this occasion, in addition to the country’s hosting of a group of events, exhibitions and conferences, most notably the Conference of the Parties, which will contribute to achieving occupancy. High in the hotel.

Osama Sharrouf, Vice President of Marketing and Sales at Jannah Hotels Group, confirmed: We expect our hotels to register a large demand from guests and visitors during the Union Day holiday, especially in Ras Al Khaimah and Dubai. We have recorded record occupancy, and we have announced discount offers ranging between 15 and 20% for accommodation in our hotels, and we organize lunch and dinner banquets, especially since the vacation period is long, and guests prefer dining experiences outside the home during this vacation.

Shroff added: We expect the occupancy rate in Ras Al Khaimah to range between 92 and 97%, and 85 to 91% in Dubai and Abu Dhabi.

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Dubai, Business Bay revealed an exclusive offer in three of its prominent dining spaces in celebration of the 52nd Union Day. It welcomes its guests between November 30 and December 2 to participate, in a special festive atmosphere, and allows them to enjoy an attractive discount of 25% on the menus.