Dubai: Dubai will host the 5th edition of the Accessible Travel and Tourism International Conference (ATTIC-2025) under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Chairman of Dubai Airports, Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group, from 7th to 8th October at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC). The Conference aims to advance legislation, policies, infrastructure, and services, particularly in air, land, and sea mobility, as well as accommodation and hospitality, to meet the needs of 1.3 billion People of Determination seeking to enjoy life and explore the world with ease and dignity.

According to Emirates News Agency, speakers include high-level officials and experts from international and local organizations such as UN Tourism, Airports Council International (ACI World), the International Air Transport Association (IATA), and key figures from the travel, tourism, mobility, and marketing sectors. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum expressed pride in Dubai’s recognition as an Autism-Friendly City and the designation of Emirates Airlines and Dubai Airports as inclusive facilities. He attributed these milestones to continuous collaboration and commitment to empowering People of Determination and elevating the UAE’s status as a leader in accessible tourism.

A dedicated session titled “Lessons from Dubai” will feature speakers from Emirates Airlines, Dubai Airports, the Roads and Transport Authority, and the Department of Economy and Tourism, who will present the global city’s achievements in accessible tourism. People of Determination constitute between 10 and 15 percent of societies, representing around 1.3 billion people worldwide, with the figure projected to reach two billion by 2050. The European Network for Accessible Tourism has noted that at least 257 million tourists seek accessible destinations, opening significant opportunities for the global tourism sector to enhance its economic and social role.