Abu Dhabi:An upsurge in tourist arrivals from Russia and Belorussia is predicted for Abu Dhabi following a mega, four-day familiarisation trip of the UAE capital by 120 travel agents from 20 cities in the two countries. The trip, which included a destination conference, was arranged by Russia’s biggest tour operator, Russia Express, with the support of the joint Abu Dhabi Tourism and Culture Authority (TCA Abu Dhabi) and Etihad Airways Marketing initiative, Access Abu Dhabi. “Russia Express has around 8,500 travel agencies in its network and is a very influential partner for us to support,” said Mubarak Al Nuaimi, Director, Promotions and Overseas Offices, TCA Abu Dhabi.