Abta has chosen Abu Dhabi as the destination for its 2016 Travel Convention.
The event will take place at the Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi Hotel between 10 and 12 October.
Etihad Airways will offer delegates flights from its three main gateways in the United Kingdom – London Heathrow, Manchester and Edinburgh.
The hotel is located within the Yas Marina Circuit, which hosts the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
Noel Josephides Abta chairman said: "I am delighted that Abu Dhabi will be the destination for the 2016 Travel Convention.
“Abu Dhabi leads the world in state of the art luxurious hotels and facilities, and in the Yas Viceroy we will be lucky enough to be able to enjoy one the most iconic buildings in Abu Dhabi."
Sultan Al Dhaheri, Abu Dhabi Tourism & Culture Authority acting executive director for tourism, said: “Hosting the 2016 Abta Travel Convention in Abu Dhabi is testament to the great efforts the Emirate has taken to establish itself as a world-leading and progressive tourism, sporting and cultural hub.
"Welcoming the leaders of the British travel industry here is the perfect opportunity for us to showcase our diverse and colourful home through the UK’s sophisticated and experienced travel trade.”