Simple Tips to Make the Most of this Dubai Expo Season

By Manoj Tudu, Marketing

Dubai Expo 2020 observed a grand opening with more than 4 lakh ticketed visits from more than 175 nations in just the first 10 days. The Expo fair has successfully created a wave of excitement and urge to travel, with pavilions spread across 4 kilometres, featuring the best of the world in one place. 

The Indian Pavilion has managed to create a riot of colours and spectacle, displaying the perfect amalgamation of technology, history, tradition and culture. An innovation that stole the show was a machine that allows visitors to drink water from the atmosphere!

The celebrations are all set to get bigger and better with more than 62 live sessions spread across 182 days. The event has a little something for everyone, ranging from food, dance, music, technology, culture and much more.

As travel is picking up pace, Indians are spending more and more money on travel, giving rise to the urge to explore overseas destinations. This can be seen as a perfect opportunity to exploit and make a profit from the Dubai Expo.

1. Regulations Made Easy

One of the biggest challenges for the tourism industry in the post-pandemic world has been to keep up with the rules and regulations. Thankfully, the problem has been taken care of in Dubai. 

The UAE authorities announced special relaxations on Covid norms for Indian travellers in lieu of the upcoming expo. Indian travellers with tourist visas or work visas will be allowed to enter the UAE without too many restrictions during this period of time.

Requirements for passengers from India include:

  • A valid negative COVID‑19 PCR test certificate with a QR code for a test conducted within 48 hours, validity should be calculated from the time the sample was collected, prior to departure from an approved health facility
  • A rapid PCR test report with a QR code for a test conducted at the departure airport within six hours of departure

2. Sell Tailor-Made Itineraries!

The ultimate key to happy and satisfied customers has always been flexibility. Adding a slight hint of personal touch to itineraries based on customer needs would make you stand out in the crowd.

While it may be tempting to opt for a ready-made package, it often limits the possibilities of exploration for the traveller. We at TravClan understand the real-world challenges faced by agents, therefore we have come up with a simple solution!

Now you can get Instant Quotes for Dubai, as per the needs of your customer in 3 simple steps.  All you need to do is, 

  1. Pick the Package of your preference. Share details like the number of days, preferred hotel and category. 
  2. Choose the sightseeing options as per your customer needs. Feel free to include additional options. 
  3. Click on submit and get Instant Quotes on your email. 

3. Offer Affordable Flights

One of the reasons why Dubai remains a favourite destination for Indians is the affordability factor. Return flights are often as cheap as INR 12,000 per head. As Indians gear up to flock to Dubai this season, make the best of discounts offered by flight companies.

Popular non-stop flights operate from Delhi, Mumbai, Kochi and Hyderabad. You can offer affordable options by opting for indirect flights connecting from domestic destinations like Amritsar, Lucknow etc.

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4. Know-How to Pitch Dubai to Your Customer

The global city of Dubai is filled with culture, architecture and adventure. The paradise to travellers is home to skyscrapers, shopping malls and luxurious hospitality. 

The city has something for all. Romantic evenings at Dhow Cruise, Adventure filled Desert Safari, Exciting Theme Parks for Kids and much more. 

Dubai’s popularity in the Indian market can be attributed to its extremely tolerant and inclusive culture. It offers endless dining options suitable for the Indian palette. One can find a plethora of Indian vegetarian restaurants. 

Culturally, Dubai can be seen as a home away from home, with a dense population of familiar faces and Hindi speakers. Even shopping for Indian attire is super easy, with malls flocked with sarees, Kurtis etc.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Dubai Expo 2020

What is the Dubai Expo?

Expo 2020 Dubai will be the first World Expo ever hosted in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region. The theme for the year is “Connecting Minds, Creating the Future”. The events would include seminars, innovators meet, cultural shows, musical events etc. 

When is the Expo and who is participating?

Expo 2020 will run for six months from 1 October 2021 to 31 March 2022. It will be open seven days a week, from 10:00 to 00:00 on Saturday to Wednesday, and 10:00 to 02:00 on Thursday and Friday. Around 300+ participants will be collaborating including universities, companies and countries. 

Which are the best events that will excite Indian Customers?

Where is Expo 2020 Dubai and what methods of transport one should take to reach there?

Measuring 4.38 sqm, the Expo 2020 site is located in the Dubai South district. It is close to Al Maktoum International Airport and within easy reach of Dubai International Airport, Abu Dhabi International Airport and Dubai and Abu Dhabi Cruise Terminals. The site also has its own Metro station, capable of transporting 22,000 passengers per hour in each direction.

Do I need to be vaccinated or have a PCR test to enter the site?

This only applies to visitors ages 18 and above. If you are unvaccinated, you must present a negative PCR test certificate for a test conducted within the last 72 hours. If you are vaccinated, you must present proof of at least one dose of any COVID vaccine recognised by any Expo 2020 participating country or the World Health Organisation (WHO).

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Fill this form below to get an Exclusive Expo Special Catalogue which you can share with your customers and make them fall in love with this destination! 

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