Abu Dhabi - UAE
The Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi signed an agreement with the “Short-Term Rentals Club”, under which it became the main sponsor of the events and activities organized by the club locally and internationally during the year 2026.

A global platform for showcasing tourism potential

The sponsorship includes a series of global electronic seminars, leadership workshops, and specialized events, which provide a platform to showcase Abu Dhabi’s tourism potential, short-term rental options, and alternative accommodations there, to the most prominent operators and decision-makers, thus contributing to strengthening the emirate’s position as a leading global destination in this sector.

Wider international presence

The agreement gives the department a broader international presence for its corporate identity, and the possibility of benefiting from studies and statistics related to the sector, in addition to participating on the list of speakers in a number of “Skill” events during the year 2026, including “Skill Middle East Conference”, “Skill Barcelona Festival”, and “Skill Abu Dhabi Forum”, scheduled to be held on November 19.

Saleh Mohammed Al Jaziri, Director General of Tourism at the Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi, said: “
We continue our efforts to diversify the hospitality system in Abu Dhabi, and this agreement gives us an opportunity to enhance the emirate’s competitiveness in the short-term rental sector, and consolidate its position as a leading global destination that provides multiple accommodation options that meet the aspirations of visitors.

Support tourism promotion

The Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi’s sponsorship of the “Short-Term Rental Club” activities for the year 2026 contributes to supporting the emirate’s tourism promotion efforts and enabling dialogue with operators, in an effort to stimulate growth and adopt best international practices and standards.

What does this mean for Arab tourists and investors?

This trend opens new horizons for Arab tourists looking for flexible accommodation options in Abu Dhabi, as the short-term rental sector enhances the diversity of hotel offers and gives the visitor alternatives that suit different periods of stay. The sector also represents a promising investment opportunity for the Arab investor, especially in light of the growth in demand for alternative accommodation and the department’s support for adopting international standards and stimulating partnerships with operators, which makes Abu Dhabi an attractive destination for investment in this vital sector.