WORLD TRADE CENTERS ASSOCIATION
WTCA 39th General Assembly
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
November 7-10, 2008

Please Note: The fee to attend the WTCA General Assembly as an accompanying person is the same as a registrant.
Advanced Registration for Delegate/Accompanying Guest:
$600.00 per person until September 15, 2008
$750.00 per person until November 7, 2008
$1,000.00 per person onsite


FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2008
Opening Reception at WTC Dubai
(6:00pm - 8:00pm)


SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2008
Sightseeing Tour of Dubai
Fishing Village to Futuristic City
Visit Gold Souk, Bastikiya, Old Town and New Dubai (9:30am – 2:30pm)

This tour includes Dubai Marina, Marina developments, Palm Island, and the Jumeirah Mosque. Then step back in time for a traditional tour of the historical Bastakiya. Bastakiya is one of the oldest residential areas in Dubai. The architecture dates back to the 1890’s, and has been restored to its former beauty. The area is rich with its architectural elements such as windtowers, air pullers, columns and narrow lanes. Afterwards, you will visit the Dubai Museum and Sheikh Saeed Al Maktoum House. During the tour you will take a ride by traditional ‘Abra’ water taxi across Dubai creek to visit the Spice Market and Gold Souk. There will be enough time to shop for gold, spices, rugs and anything in between!

Trip to Abu Dhabi
(4:30pm - 10:00pm)

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2008
Mall of the Emirates
Shopping Whirlwind
with lunch at the World Famous Burj Al Arab (9:30am – 3:00pm)

Dubai is labeled the "shopping capital of the Middle East". With so many shopping malls, there's no better place to find such great items at tax-free prices. Visit Dubai’s most largest and most elegant Mall which houses over 400 retail outlets along with Ski Dubai, the indoor ski field – a treat for all of those sweltering in the desert sun. This is Dubai – truly a shopper’s paradise and malls don’t come much better than Mall of the Emirates. After wearing yourself (and the credit card) out, sit back, relax, and receive 7 star service at the famous Burj Al Arab’s afternoon tea.

Located at top of the famous Burj Al Arab, The Tameen offers breathtaking views of the Palm Island and World Island developments along with a fabulous overview of Dubai, certainly one of the best and most impressive views in town, 200 metres above the Arabian Gulf. The view, the food and the location are unbeatable, from the moment you drive up to the Burj Al Arab, then race to the top in an express panoramic lift traveling six meters per second, you know you are somewhere special. Sitting in the arguably the most iconic hotel in the world will take your breath away.

Farewell Desert Dinner
at the Dubai Polo Club
(6:30pm – 10:30pm)

The Dubai Polo Club is a very popular and prestigious venue for residents and visitors to Dubai. The Club House, designed as a distinctive Spanish ‘hacienda’, provides a wide variety of options for dining, leisure and entertainment. After watching the sun set and the night sky change into amazing colors, savor the moment with Arabic tea or coffee and dates. Sit back and relax while watching a Polo demonstration the truly allows one to admire the game!

There will be a traditional BBQ and selection of desserts. Move your hips next to the belly dancers, experience the 5 day stain from our henna tattooist and gander at the camels and falcons. Slipping the shoes off and dining under the stars makes this night a memorable experience that reminds people they are truly in Arabia!

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2008
Sightseeing Tour of Dubai –
Fishing Village to Futuristic City
(2:30pm – 6:30pm)

This tour includes Dubai Marina, Marina developments, Palm Island and the Jumeirah Mosque. Then step back in time for a traditional tour of the historical Bastakiya. Bastakiya is one of the oldest residential areas in Dubai. The architecture dates back to the 1890’s, and has been restored to its former beauty. The area is rich with its architectural elements such as windtowers, air pullers, columns and narrow lanes.

Gala Closing Dinner
(7:00pm - 10:00pm)


Please Note: Tours are subject to change without notice.