Saudi Arabia

The report detailed 147 violations issued against airlines and individual travellers who failed to comply with aviation laws, executive regulations, and directives set by the authority.

Saudi Arabia's sovereign wealth fund is set to invest USD 100 million in Malaysia's Capital A-owned budget airline AirAsia. As informed by a news report in Bloomberg News.

A group photo from the Riyadh Roadshow, featuring the Macao Government Tourism Office delegation to Saudi Arabia, led by Cheng Wai Tong, Deputy Director of the Macao Government Tourism…

The initiative, introduced by Saudi’s national tourism brand, ‘Saudi, Welcome to Arabia,’ is part of its ongoing global promotion under ‘This Land is Calling’ and highlights the country’s…

As the holy month of Ramadan approaches, Wego unveils insights into the travel habits of Saudi travellers during this spiritually significant season.

International travel witnessed the highest growth, with 69 million passengers on global routes compared to 59 million domestic travelers

Nearly 18,000 projects are expected to be carried out in Saudi Arabia in the next years within its landmark economic transformation scheme known as Vision 2030, according to the Gulf…

Sara’s launch is expected to enhance the accessibility of Saudi Arabia’s diverse tourism offerings, ensuring that both first-time and returning visitors can navigate the Kingdom with ease

With high-profile collectors, art lovers, and travelers converging for this event, it’s clear that Saudi Arabia is stepping into the global spotlight in a new way

Saudi Arabia is redefining luxury rail travel with the Dream of the Desert Train, a five-star experience weaving through the Kingdom’s stunning landscapes. Aligned with Vision 2030, this…

flyadeal, Saudi Arabia’s youngest and region’s fastest growing low-cost carrier, has joined IATA, the airline industry’s leading trade association.

U.K.-based travel management company ATPI has partnered with Saudi Arabia-based Arjaa Travel as part of an effort to broaden its presence in the Middle East, the TMC announced.

At the 122nd Executive Council session held from 13-15 November in Cartagena, Colombia, Saudi Arabia has concluded its two-year chairmanship term by calling on the industry to continue to…

As part of its rapid growth following the 2024 summer season, AJet launched new routes to four cities in Saudi Arabia and two popular Egyptian destinations, offering affordable and efficient…

The ancient oasis city of AlUla has been awarded the prestigious International DarkSky Park Certification, recognising its pristine night skies that are among the top 5% of dark sky quality…

Saudi Tourism Authority (STA) is returning with its largest trade networking event in Malaysia, NUSUK, on the 27th of August, at Mandarin Oriental, bringing together over 40 prominent Saudi…

The new Riyadh cloud region will help public and private sector organizations migrate all types of workloads to Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), giving them access to a wide range of cloud…

Air Samarkand has successfully operated an inaugural passenger flight from Samarkand to Jeddah, marking a new milestone in the airline's operations by supporting religious pilgrims.

Jumeirah Jabal Omar Makkah, Saudi Arabia’s newest luxury hotel, has officially opened all four of its towers, welcoming pilgrims from around the world.

Jumeirah Jabal Omar Makkah, Saudi Arabia’s newest luxury hotel, has officially opened all four of its towers, welcoming pilgrims from around the world.

Emirates has officially opened the doors to its first ever lounge in the region at King Abdulaziz International Airport  in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

Delta Air Lines and Riyadh Air,  Saudi Arabia's innovative new full-service global carrier, have signed a Strategic Cooperation  Memorandum of Understanding with the goal of introducing a…

Al Laith Group, one of the Middle East’s leading providers of comprehensive temporary project solutions, has completed its key activities for the 2023/2024 winter events season, during which…

Cathay Pacific is pleased to announce the launch of direct passenger flights to  Riyadh, the capital and financial centre of Saudi Arabia, from 28 October 2024,  further enhancing…

The Dar Tantora The House Hotel, AlUla Old Town, Saudi Arabia is officially open for bookings now.

Hero Balloon Flights, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's only commercial hot air balloon operator, took to the skies in October 2023 and has been offering guests the chance to marvel at AlUla's…

The oasis destination of AlUla, located in the north-west of Saudi Arabia, is launching its 'Summer Untold' campaign, continuing the city’s story of renewal and rejuvenation that began with…

The 'Two Kingdoms' initiative, launched by Saudi Arabia's Royal Institute of Traditional Arts (Wrth) to celebrate the rich shared artistic legacy between the Kingdom and the United Kingdom,…

Akasa Air, India’s fastest-growing airline, expanded its global presence by adding Jeddah as the second international destination to its network.

 TAG (The Appointment Group for Travel & Tourism LLC), an award-winning travel and event management company, has successfully opened an office in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

flydubai, the Dubai-based carrier, has announced today the launch of services to two destinations in Saudi Arabia. This includes the resumption of flights to Al Jouf and the start of…

Rotana, the hotel management companies in the region with over 100 properties in the Middle East, Africa, Eastern Europe, and Türkiye (MENAT), announces today the soft opening of Dar Rayhaan…

The ancient city of AlUla, nestled in the northwest of Saudi Arabia, invites visitors to immerse themselves in the sacred tranquillity and contemplation of Ramadan while exploring the depth…

Saudia, the national flag carrier of Saudi Arabia, has launched the world’s first sanitizing prayer beads just in time for the holy month of Ramadan and Umrah season – where Saudia and the…

IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, was ranked first in the Saudi Arabia’s Best Workplaces Survey for large organizations, led by Great Place to Work® — the…

In the wake of its recent rebranding, Saudia, the national flag carrier of Saudi Arabia, has intensified its commitment to providing an extraordinary travel experience, particularly for…

Turkey has unveiled a visa-free regime for citizens from six nations, including the United States, Canada, Bahrain, the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, and Oman.

New research from the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) and Sustainable Tourism Global Center (STGC), initiated by the Ministry of Tourism of Saudi Arabia, reveals that the global…

The global internet population has grown by 189 million, or 3.7% year-over-year, reaching an impressive 5.3 billion in October. That means over 65% of the world`s population has internet…

Boutique Group, the first ultra-luxury hospitality group of its kind in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, announces its participation at the upcoming  International Luxury Travel Market Cannes…

Saudi Arabian Airlines (Saudia), the national flag carrier of the kingdom of Saudi Arabia, believes in keeping families happy on board with a special in-flight experience for children.

More than 600 young people from 100 countries have been brought together by the Sustainable Tourism Global Center (STGC) to engage in solutions for reaching net zero in travel and tourism,…

IHG’s new office located in King Abdullah Financial District is part of the company’s wider expansion plans in the Kingdom to transform the hospitality sector and meet Saudisation goals in…

In a significant milestone, the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) and the Ministry of Tourism of Saudi Arabia have announced the extension of their partnership through the signing of…

The inclusion of Kaunas modernist architecture (Modern Kaunas: The Architecture of Optimism, 1919–1939) on the World Heritage List, approved by the members of the World Heritage Committee,…

Delegates at the opening day of the inaugural AlUla World Archaeology Summit heard that archaeology has immense power to shape cultural identity and shared human experience – while…

2023 will go down as the year Saudi Arabia truly came into its own as a regional creative hotspot. From fine arts and fashion to entertainment and e-sports, the Kingdom’s achievements can be…

SAUDIA, the national flag carrier of Saudi Arabia, announced the expansion of its fleet with the addition of new aircraft type, Airbus A321neo under the slogan “A neo-way of flying.”

The historic destination of AlUla in north-west Saudi Arabia has been immortalised in AlUla Ever, the latest release from luxury publisher Assouline.

AZIMUTH amplified by MDLBEAST, the highly anticipated music event, reveals an electrifying lineup showcasing the best regional stars including Dish Dash, Baloo, KAYAN and many more. 

Air Astana has opened ticket sales for a new direct flight from Almaty to Jeddah in Saudi Arabia, which will commence on 1st October 2023.

With the commencement of the Hajj season and upcoming Eid Al Adha celebrations, Emirates is layering on additional flights to key regional destinations to meet significant travel demand…

Saudi Arabia recently announced new instant e-visa options that will facilitate UK, US, and Schengen visa holders, as well as permanent residents of the UK, US, and any EU country to obtain…

Promising minimum human impact on precious eco-systems, yet offering luxury tourism and sustainability, Red Sea Global (RSG) is forging a new model of development in Saudi Arabia. TD…

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Investment and Ministry of Foreign Affairs are preparing to host the 10th Arab-China Business Conference and the 8th Investment Symposium from June 11-12 in…

Qatar Airways, the national carrier of the State of Qatar held a strong presence on the first day of the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) conference.

GCC-based travel conglomerate Kanoo Travel and premium destination management company Desert Adventures Tourism have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a joint venture…

Crystal Lagoons enters the largest country in the Middle East, Saudi Arabia, with a new mega deal to develop real estate, hospitality, and Public Access Lagoons, also called PAL, projects.

Will Smith, the Hollywood star and multi-award-winning actor, enjoyed a day out in the ancient desert city of AlUla and attended the inaugural AlUla Camel Cup, the pinnacle of camel racing. 

AlUla, the ancient crossroads of civilisations in north-west Arabia that is now emerging as a global destination for cultural and natural heritage, will be the site of the first-ever…

Saudi’s awe-inspiring natural phenomena beckons travellers to venture into unspoilt landscapes and experience adrenaline, culture, and history off the beaten tourist track.  

The Royal Commission for AlUla's (RCU) recent debut in the world of the Metaverse invited visitors to discover and explore a to-scale and completely immersive 3D model of Hegra's Tomb of…

JAGGAER has confirmed its participation at LEAP, Saudi Arabia’s global technology event, where the company will showcase its industry-leading spend management platform and its investment in…

Saudi Arabia registered more international arrivals than any other Arab nation during the first nine months of 2022, as government officials target 100 million annual visitors by the end of…

flyadeal, Saudi Arabia’s newest low-fares airline, has renewed its agreement with Navitaire for the Navitaire Airline Platform, including the New Skies® digital retailing system, to help…

Saudi Arabia's PIF already had a 5.01% stake in the platform holder, which was announced in May 2022 "for investment purposes," and now stands at 6.07% precisely.

Dubai ended its 30 per cent tax on alcohol sales in the sheikhdom on January 1 and made its required liquor licenses free to obtain, ending a long-standing source of revenue for its ruling…

GO FIRST, erstwhile GoAir has announced that it has signed an exclusive General Sales Agreement with EaseMyTrip, one of India’s largest online tech travel platform to sell, promote and…

The airport is expected to become one of the largest in the world featuring six parallel runways. Saudi Arabia has revealed a masterplan for King Salman International Airport (DWD), which is…

dnata Travel reveals the most popular holiday hotspots for UAE National Day breaks in 2022. In order of popularity, the five most booked destinations are: UAE, Maldives, Thailand, UK and…

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has unveiled ground-breaking new data detailing the climate footprint of the global Travel & Tourism sector.

Qatar Airways has announced that it will resume services to Taif starting 3 January 2023 with three weekly flights. This is the airlines’ sixth destination in Saudi Arabia. 

The 22nd World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) kicks off its Global Summit in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The annual Global Summit continues through 1st December and is the most influential…

This month marks five years since Emirates and flydubai activated their extensive partnership and joined forces to offer customers unrivalled travel options to every corner of the globe.

Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Czech Tourist Authority – CzechTourism in cooperation with the Embassy of the Czech Republic and in association with Flynas successfully concluded its…

Fruit Attraction 2022, the  event for the global fruit and vegetable sector, has concluded following a successful event in Madrid, which welcomed international participants from the United…

The Misk Global Forum (MGF) will return on 9-10 November with a hybrid format, hosting people in-person for the first time since 2019, with an array of world-renowned speakers set to take…

Saudi Arabia has updated travel procedures for those wishing to travel to Qatar as of November 1 as they must obtain a Hayya card to enter the gulf country hosting the World Cup for the…

The 22nd World Travel and Tourism (WTTC) Global Summit to take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia from 28 November to 1 December 2022.

"Luxury travel is rebounding at an incredible rate, and we're ready to serve the demand," says Martin Froggatt, executive vice president of destination management – he adds, "A&K's…

Most executives in the United Arab Emirates and Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (78%) are confident in their company’s ability to withstand disruptive forces as per AlixPartners.

Saudi Arabia's exponential sector growth has seen an extraordinary +121% increase from pre-pandemic international tourism levels as recognized by the newly published UNWTO Tourism Barometer.…

Designed by leading architect Foster + Partners, the marine life institute on the Red Sea coast combines futuristic lab spaces with unmatched underwater expeditions.

Nusuk is an integrated digital platform, to facilitate pilgrim journeys for visitors from around the world.

The Cultural Development Fund (CDF)’s participation in the summit served as an extension of CDF’s goal to enhance Saudi Arabia’s cultural scene and empower people and organisations within…

Javeria Aijaz, managing director of HITEK, a UAE-based smart FM technology solutions company, will deliver the keynote address at the Middle East FM Association (MEFMA) one-day conference…

The Red Sea Development Company (TRSDC), the developer behind ultra-luxury tourism destination AMAALA, has signed over 300 contracts to date, worth more than SAR 6.62 billion (USD1.7bn).

In a ‘wow’ for tourism, Ahmed Al Khateeb, Minister of Tourism for Saudi Arabia has signed a Ministerial Decree that will make it quicker, easier, and more accessible to visit Saudi Arabia.

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia will grant visas to those holding tickets to the World Cup in neighbouring Qatar.

Saudi Arabia plays an increasingly more prominent role in global tourism, such as the recent hosting of the 116th United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) Executive Council Meeting…

Despite a drop in earning across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) hospitality sector in May, Saudi Arabia’s hotel market emerged as the top performer, recording the highest…

Adventure awaits in the heart of the Arabian Desert as the new Extraordinary Experience takes guests through Bedouin history and a breath-taking landscape.

The Ritz-Carlton, which has been a detention centre for princes and top officials, is taking bookings again after being on lockdown since November 2017.

Hotels in the Middle East reported negative year-end 2015 results, while hotels in Africa recorded mostly positive results in the three key performance metrics, according to data from STR…