VOICED: Bringing tourists back to Dubai

Dubai's beaches are iconic, but tourism declined last year. Signs of recovery are emerging, with attractions like shopping and monuments drawing visitors. Dubai expects 10 million visitors this year, a 40% increase from 2009. The tourism trade fair also shows growth. Fly Dubai is leading low-cost air travel in the Middle East. However, the sustainability of this influx depends on the recovery of European and US economies, which remains uncertain.

What was the main reason for the decline in visitor numbers to Dubai last year?

• Natural disasters

• Economic constraints faced by travelers

• Political instability

• Lack of attractions

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as an attraction in Dubai?

• Shopping

• Futuristic monuments

• Historical museums

• Beaches

By what percentage are exhibitor numbers up at Dubai's annual tourism trade fair?

• 10%

• 25%

• 15%

• 20%

Which airline is leading the low-cost revolution in Middle East air travel?

• Emirates

• Qatar Airways

• Fly Dubai

• Etihad Airways

What factor is crucial for the sustainability of the current influx of visitors to Dubai?

• Weather conditions

• New tourist attractions

• Recovery of European and US economies

• Increased hotel capacity