Qatar is the most open tourist destination in Middle East

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Qatar is the most open tourist destination in Middle East

Last year, it opened representative offices in China, Russia and India, which represent more than a quarter of the world's population, he said, adding that opening of these representative offices has resulted in an increase in the number of visitors from these countries to Qatar during the third quarter of this year.

He described the maritime tourism sector as an integral part owing to Qatar's geographical position in the heart of the Arabian Gulf.

This sector is one of the most important factors in developing tourism companies in preparation for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, he said, citing the use of some cruise ships to accommodate some of the fans during the event.

QTA acting chairman pointed out that maritime tourism has achieved a phenomenal growth as the number of visitors arriving by cruise ships has increased.

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During the 2017-2018 season, there were 22 cruises, and Qatar received more than 65,000 visitors, a growth rate of 39% from the previous season, he said, adding that estimates indicate that during the current 2018-2019 season the number of tourists will reach 140,000, a record high of more than 155% compared with last season.

It is expected that it will reach 200,000 visitors in the 2019 season, he said.

By 2021-2022, QTA intends to get 300,000 voyagers, al-Ibrahim brought up.

Qatar, he noted, has turned out to be a standout amongst the most alluring goals for business tourism, meetings and shows, which are seeing a momentous ascent particularly in the Indian and Chinese markets.

He focused on that the game tourism is vital inside the division, focusing on Qatar's capacity to arrange sports occasions particularly.

He brought up that the QTA is attempting to make Qatar a worldwide games capital and not only for occasions.

It has concentrated on beginner and non-proficient big showdowns, for example, Ooredoo Marathon, the Desert Marathon and mind sports. Qatar has turned out to be a standout amongst the most imperative nations in drawing as a primary concern and recreational games.