Abu Dhabi Tourism Authority (ADTA) today announced that all 120 players competing in the Abu Dhabi Golf Championship will be provided complimentary rooms during their stay at the 7-star Emirates Palace Hotel, one of the world's most luxurious hotel in the world. The championship, to be held from January 19 – 22 2006, features some of the world’s leading golfers competing for the prize fund of US$ 2 million and is expected to significantly contribute to Abu Dhabi’s ranking as a leading global sporting, leisure and business destination.
Emirates Palace is an international landmark boasting 302 superior rooms and 92 magnificent suites each combining the ultimate in luxury with 21st century technology.
Mr. Ahmed Hussein, Abu Dhabi Tourism Authority’s Product Development Director, commented, “We are very proud that Abu Dhabi will host this spectacular event. Not only will the world will see our top class facilities, but some of the world’s best players will experience our renowned hospitality. The Emirates Palace is the jewel of Abu Dhabi and an architectural wonder that best showcases the beauty of Arabian culture. “
“This is the first time that the European Tour players will receive such treatment and we are very grateful to the Abu Dhabi Tourism Authority for opening the doors of one of the most stunning world’s hotels to us”, said George O’Grady, Executive Director of the European Tour. “We are very impressed by the hospitality Abu Dhabi has extended so far and we hope that their stay in the Emirates Palace will be an unforgettable highlight on the tour.”
About Abu Dhabi Tourism Authority (ADTA)
The Abu Dhabi Tourism Authority (ADTA), established by Ruler’s Decree in September 2004, is a statutory body with wide ranging responsibilities for building the Emirate’s tourism industry. Its Chairman is HH Sheikh Sultan Bin Tahnoon Al Nahyan. Director General is HE Mubarak Al Muhairi.
The ADTA’s mandate covers three main areas: destination marketing, infrastructure and product development and regulation, and, licensing and classification. While the ADTA assumes a leadership role in the international promotion of Abu Dhabi, it also represents the interests of, and coordinates with, a wide range of stakeholders – including the hotels, Etihad and other airlines serving Abu Dhabi, the destination management companies, exhibition and conference venues, golf courses, the retail trade, Government ministries and departments etc.
Owing to a thoroughly modern infrastructure of highways, telecommunications systems, five-star hotels, restaurants and entertainment complexes, Abu Dhabi has become an active tourist centre. Traditional Arab hospitality, inviting weather, well established infrastructure and crime-free environment have also contributed in recent years to creating an ideal atmosphere for the development of business and leisure tourism.
