Interview with Mohamed Al Zaabi, group CEO, Miral

In an interview with Economy Middle East, at ATM Dubai 2024, Mohamed Al Zaabi, group CEO of Miral, discussed recent developments on Yas Island and Saadiyat Island.

Highlighting 2023 as Yas Island’s strongest year yet, Al Zaabi pointed to the impressive 34 million visits, reflecting a significant 38 percent increase compared to 2022. Notably, even the summer season thrived, with June, July, and August being the busiest months, boasting hotel occupancy rates exceeding 83 percent.

Al Zaabi credited this success to Yas Island’s well-defined vision and comprehensive master plan. The strategic alignment of theme parks and hotels, along with bundled visitor packages, proved to be a winning formula.

Furthermore, Al Zaabi hinted at the arrival of flying taxis, emphasizing Miral’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of innovation and technology, ultimately aiming to provide seamless and unforgettable experiences for visitors.