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Hala Abu Dhabi expands promotion across 23 countries

ABU DHABI, January 29, 2015

Hala Abu Dhabi, the destination management division of Etihad Airways, has signed preferred sales agreements across 23 countries including America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia and Australia to promote the UAE capital as a tourist destination.

Hala Abu Dhabi will cooperate with 45 leading tour operators worldwide to expand the reach of Etihad Airways’ popular ‘Stopover in Abu Dhabi’ programme, aimed at passengers transiting in the UAE capital.

The programme allows guests of Etihad Airways and selected partner airlines to break their journeys in Abu Dhabi and enjoy special privileges, such as complimentary visas, overnight hotel accommodation and golf course access, before continuing onto their final destinations. 

As a result of the new partnerships, the incentives can now be booked through the 45 tour operators, in addition to the Etihad Airways website or by emailing Hala Abu Dhabi at halaabudhabi@etihad.ae.

Peter Baumgartner, chief commercial officer at Etihad Airways, said: “We are excited to build on the popularity of our ‘Stopover in Abu Dhabi’ programme with these leading tour operators, which already have a successful track record in selling Etihad Airways flights.

“Our expanded partnerships will increase tourism traffic into Abu Dhabi by showcasing the emirate as a vibrant holiday destination and offering generous incentives to visitors. It also supports Hala Abu Dhabi’s continued growth and we will continue the momentum by partnering with 15 additional tour operators and champions at the end of this year.”

The ‘Stopover in Abu Dhabi’ programme includes:

  • Essential Stopover: Guests are able to enjoy their first night free if staying a minimum of two nights. Rates start at $36 per person for two nights on bed and breakfast basis.
  • Premium Stopover: This is applicable for guests travelling in premium cabins. Visitors in First Class are entitled to a complimentary accommodation for two nights in a five-star hotel in Abu Dhabi whereas guests in Business Class receive one night complimentary in a five-star hotel.
  • Transit Golf: Guests who transit in Abu Dhabi between six to 12 hours can take advantage of playing a nine-hole golf course or pool access at Yas Links until their next flight.
  • Complimentary visa stopovers - For nationals who require a UAE entry visa, Hala Abu Dhabi will facilitate a complimentary UAE visa when booking two nights’ accommodation.  – TradeArabia News Service



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