VISION OF THE INDIAN MARKET

Qatar's growing relationship with the Indian market

- BERTHOLD TRENKEL

Qatar, one of the Middle East’s fastest-growing destinations, has become a top choice for Indian tourists. With its bustling atmosphere and a variety of tourism assets, the country overs the best of the Middle East all in one safe and accessible place. Qatar is a destination that evokes emotions, making it an ideal choice for discerning Indian travellers who seek to discover the country’s intriguing heritage and natural beauty. It appeals to a wide range of visitors, including families, independent travellers, couples, groups of friends, and business travellers.

With over 2.5 million tourists visiting the destination last year, and more international visitors expected in 2023, the destination aims to maintain its momentum, and the Indian market is a priority for Qatar in this regard. We are confident that the recent openings of new hotels, theme parks, cultural hotspots, shopping malls, and other attractions will leverage tourism assets to cater to Indian visitors. We are also planning multiple exciting events this year, which will further boost interest across all markets, including India. To mention a few, The Grand Prix 2023 Formula One and 2023 MotoGP Grand Prix are planned for October and November, respectively.

Some of the trends that we are noticing in the Indian outbound tourism market are the interest in sustainable travel, affordable luxury experiences, MICE tourism and destination weddings, as well leisure trips with a penchant for adventure. And Qatar's tourism offerings can cater to these demands.

SUSTAINABLE TRAVEL