Dubai: The Dubai Tourism Police has recently visited four hotels of the Accor Hotels across the emirate to familiarise hospitability personnel with the security services.  

Colonel Khalfan Obaid Al Jallaf, Director of Dubai Tourist Police, said the initiative aligns with Dubai Police keenness to maintain reliable communication channels between Dubai hotels and the force. 

"Dubai Police is keen on providing necessary support to this vital industry, whether in the form of security services, raising awareness or providing guidance," he said. 

Col Al Jallaf said their visits included: The Fairmont Hotel the Palm, Movenpick Hotel Jumeirah Lakes Towers, Th8 Palm, and the RIVA Beach Club. He explained that they briefed hotels managers and employees on recommended security measures and the role of the Tourism Police in securing Dubai visitors. 

"We also made sure that the hotels were briefed on smart services provided by Dubai Police at the SPS (Smart Police Station) and other means to reach us any time in case of emergency," Col.  Al Jallaf concluded.