Aussie agents take on Abu Dhabi

Aussie agents take on Abu Dhabi
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Abu Dhabi Tourism and Culture Authority led these 100 Australian agency top performers on a whistle-stop tour of the destination during a recent mega famil, jointly organised with Virgin Australia and Etihad Airways.

The group travelled to World Heritage site al Ain and Yas Island's Yas Waterworld and Ferrari World along with the renowned Emirates Palace Hotel and Qasr al Sarab in the Liwa Desert.

The aim was to show the agents the range of product and experience in the emirate, according to Mubarak Al Nuaimi, TCA Abu Dhabi director promotions and overseas offices.

"We want these agents to be our moutpieces in the Australian market, encouraging Australians to stay here even longer," he said.

"These Abu Dhabi experts are a front-line force in pushing the message to consumers that the emirate can deliver exceptional experiences, the highest quality service and world-beating welcome."

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