Abu Dhabi suspends tourism activities to prevent spread of coronavirus

Abu Dhabi suspends tourism activities to prevent spread of coronavirus
The ban includes sea cruises, desert camps, safaris and floating restaurants. (File/AFP)
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Updated 20 March 2020
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Abu Dhabi suspends tourism activities to prevent spread of coronavirus

Abu Dhabi suspends tourism activities to prevent spread of coronavirus
  • The department said it will monitor tour operators to ensure the ban is implemented, and will impose penalties to those who will not comply

DUBAI: Abu Dhabi’s tourism department has suspended sea cruises, desert camps, safaris and floating restaurants on Thursday evening, as a preventive measure against COVID-19.

“The suspension of activities and services comes into force with immediate effect and will be in place until further notice,” according to a statement by the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi.

The department said it will monitor tour operators to ensure the ban is implemented, and will impose penalties to those who will not comply.