DESTINATIONS PREVIEW WTM 2016


w MIDDLE EAST Fancy yourself as the next Lewis Hamilton? The Bahrain (ME700) stand is inviting visitors to satisfy their need for speed by having a go on an F1 simulator, to promote the annual grand prix at the Bahrain International Circuit. Visitors can enter a competition to win a luxury holiday to Bahrain, including free Formula One tickets. There’ll also be a traditional Galali band performing, so visitors can enjoy the music and pose for photos with people in traditional Bahraini dress. Visit the Abu Dhabi (ME300)


stand and you could have your picture taken with a falcon, the national bird of the UAE, and meet the 35-plus stand partners from various hotels and attractions. As well as getting to sample dates and Arabic coffee, agents can be decorated in henna and enter competitions to win a wealth of prizes.


At the stand’s ‘digital corner’,


visitors will be able to create their own vision of Abu Dhabi using an interactive ‘surface table’, explore the section on Yas Island, and get a sneak peek of the Louvre Abu Dhabi, scheduled to open in 2017. Dubai’s (ME200) stand activity will include calligraphy classes, henna-painting and a Gahwa cafe serving traditional treats. Agents can sign up to the Dubai Expert training programme on Tuesday and Wednesday, with participants receiving a goodie bag and a £20 shopping voucher. To sign up for the sessions, email clamri@ dubaitourism.co.uk. Meanwhile, feast on pitta


ABOVE: Jordan’s ‘souk’ stand


bread and spice-laden Jordanian delicacies while speaking to local experts about the splendour and mystery of Jordan at the Jordan (ME140 and ME185) stands, which are set to be transformed into a mini pop-up souk for the duration of WTM.


62 travelweekly.co.uk 3 November 2016


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