The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) is continuing its transformative journey of growth, with the emirate’s hotels welcoming 4.8 million guests and seeing a 26% increase in international guests year-to-date (YTD) as of October 2024 . DCT Abu Dhabi also welcomed more than 3.9 million visitors across its cultural events and landmarks YTD October, a 21% increase compared to the same period last year, highlighting the success of cultural initiatives that draw inspiration from traditional and modern elements.