As of 2018, the Emirate of Dubai in UAE led the Middle East region with international tourism receipts of over 21 billion U.S. dollars. The entire Middle East region's international tourism receipts were valued at over 73 billion U.S. dollars.
UAE tourism
 
The average daily fee of hotels in the emirate of Dubai in 2020 was 124 U.S. dollars, while that in Abu Dhabi was 89 U.S. dollars. Dubai is the emirate with the highest number of international visitors in the country. It is well-known for its high-end shopping, vibrant nightlife, and modern architecture. It is home to numerous world-class man-made attractions, including the Burj Khalifa, the Dubai Fountain, Atlantis City, and the Palm resort. The UAE was classified as the most competitive tourist destination in the MENA area in 2018 by the Travel and Tourism Competitiveness Index (TTCI). After adjusting for the COVID-19 pandemic, the tourism sector's gross domestic product share in the UAE was predicted to be about 11.9 percent by 2025 with more than 30 million tourists expected to visit the country.
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