DTCM launches French Language version of Destination Dubai 2003

The Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DTCM), today launched the 2003 edition of the French language version of Destination Dubai, an exhaustive trade manual for the travel professional at the department's Head Office.

"Destination Dubai is the DTCM's premium publication for the international travel trade," said DTCM Director Operations and Marketing, Mohamed Khamis bin Hareb. "It provides extensive information about the emirate's  tourism facilities and services and offers overseas tour operators all the information they need to put together a Dubai package from any corner of the world."

The 2003 edition has been produced on glossy art paper with perfect binding and sports a new look with a change in layout and design.

Destination Dubai covers all essential data on travel and tourism in the emirate, including information on airlines, sightseeing, tours, safaris, sports facilities, shopping, dining, entertainment and hotels.

In addition, there is a section which details important aspects of travel to Dubai including information on the region's history, culture, population, visa and customs regulations, health requirements, climate, clothing and lifestyle.

DTCM has updated many sections of the magazine, which include involvement of the DTCM in promoting and developing tourism of Dubai world-wide.

The tourism directory of this manual has also been updated and provides a list of essential services with phone, fax and P.O. Box numbers.

Destination Dubai is published in English, French and German language and the department will be soon producing the publication in Russian language.