Expo 2020 Dubai with an ambition to draw 25 million visitors, has signed up more than 1,000 authorised ticket resellers (ATRs) in key markets around the world.
The global network includes online travel agents, tour operators, hotel groups and airlines and is crucial to Expo 2020 achieving its goal to welcome 70% of visitors from outside the UAE.
By providing this extensive network with the opportunity to secure tickets a year ahead of its opening on 20 October 2020, Expo 2020 is facilitating the creation of travel packages for international visitors to experience the best of the World’s Greatest Show as per their budget and choice.
Sanjive Khosla, chief commercial officer, Expo 2020 Dubai, said: “Expo 2020’s comprehensive ATR network surpasses any previous World Expo at this stage of event preparations. The global travel industry is the main conduit that will drive international visitation, and with our solid start we are on track to attract the most international audience ever to a World Expo.”
Expo 2020 has activated reseller networks in target markets based on how prospective visitors in those countries book tickets at varying stages of their journey-planning process.
So far, the ATR network represents indicative commitments for more than two million tickets.
A single-day adult (ages 18 and over) ticket will cost AED 120 (US$33). A three-day pass, which is valid for a two-week period after first use, will be priced at AED 260 ($71).
Expo 2020 will also offer a range of concessions to students, children aged five and under, seniors aged 65 and over, in addition to people of determination and their assistants. Tickets go on sale next year.
Tickets will give holders access to an experience that includes 60-plus live shows each day, future-shaping technologies, performances from world-famous artists, daily parades, cutting-edge architecture, special celebrations and more than 200 food and beverage outlets serving a world of cuisines, as well as the opportunity to visit 192 country pavilions.
Source : media.expo2020dubai.com
