COP28 at the UAE, a Sustainable Tourism Opportunity

COP28 at the UAE made tourism in the UAE more sustainable.

The UAE is preparing to host COP28 from November 30 to December 12, 2023, at Expo City Dubai.

In fact, the conference is an opportunity to showcase the UAE’s eco-friendly tourism destinations and the unique natural reserves.
As well as the huge success story of the UAE transformation from a desert environment to a world-class tourism destination.
Which combines ancient heritage with cutting-edge infrastructure and modern services.

Some of the key benefits expected from the UAE’s hosting of COP28 for the tourism sector include:

• Drawing the world’s attention to the UAE as a sustainable tourism destination:
• Because the conference is an opportunity to introduce the world to the UAE’s efforts in sustainable tourism.
  Which include its investments in eco-friendly infrastructure.
  In addition to its commitment to reducing carbon footprint, and its development of sustainable tourism products and experiences.
• Strengthening the UAE’s position as a leading tourism destination:
  COP28 will surely increase the number of UAE visitors.
  Also it will strengthen its position as a leading tourism destination worldwide.

  

• Supporting the aviation sector:
  COP28 will help to revive the aviation sector in the UAE.
  Because it will welcome more than 70,000 participants from around the world.
• Increasing demand for eco-friendly hotels:
   COP28 is going to lead to an increase in demand for eco-friendly hotels.
  Which will support the country’s efforts in sustainable tourism.

The UAE is a leader in sustainable tourism, with a diverse range of sustainable tourism products and experiences, including:

• Natural reserves: The UAE has 49 natural reserves, which account for approximately 15.53% of the country’s total area.
• Sustainable tourism products: The UAE offers a wide range of sustainable tourism products.
  Including ecotourism, cultural tourism, and also sustainable leisure tourism.
• Sustainable practices in the tourism sector: The UAE is committed to implementing sustainable practices in the tourism sector.
  Including reducing its carbon footprint, using renewable energy, and also sustainably managing natural resources.

By hosting COP28, the UAE is reaffirming its commitment to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals.
Especially the Goal 12 on ensuring sustainable consumption and production patterns.

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