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Saudi Arabia is rewriting the supply side of global tourism — giga-projects from the Red Sea to NEOM, sovereign capital flowing into hotels and aviation, and an outbound market of high-spend travellers. Both faces of the Saudi story, investor and source market, are followed through this tag.
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HotelHilton’s 2027 Trends Report reveals why travelers are embracing good ‘ish’ over perfection
Hilton's 2027 Trends Report reveals a broader behavioral shift as travelers redefine what it means to travel well.
HotelStrategic agreements advance Marriott's growth across key global markets
Marriott International accelerates its global expansion with landmark Q2 agreements, adding luxury resorts and midscale hotels across high-demand destinations worldwide.
LifestyleThe story began with a simple curiosity: He became the Royal Head Chef, but he never lost his curiosity
Chef Daniele Chiari, Culinary Director at Saudi Arabia's Royal Protocol, shares his journey from Italy to leading elite culinary teams in a rapidly transforming landscape.
LatestMiddle East travel & tourism faces temporary headwinds but remains the world's strongest long-term growth story
A new WTTC report projects a temporary 14.5% decline in Middle East tourism GDP for 2026, but forecasts the region to become the world's fastest-growing market by 2036.
LatestOver $1 Trillion investment in travel & tourism signals a vote of confidence in the sector's future
A new WTTC report reveals global Travel & Tourism investment exceeded $1 trillion in 2025, driven by major markets like the US, China, India, and Saudi Arabia.
HotelMaldives of the Middle East: Saudi Arabia's Red Sea project takes shape
Saudi Arabia is developing a vast ultra-luxury Red Sea destination featuring pristine islands and coral reefs to attract the world's most exclusive travelers.
DestinationSaudi tourism down 5-6% so far in 2024 due to the Iran conflict
Saudi Arabia's tourism sector has seen a 5% to 6% slowdown in the first five months of the year due to regional conflicts, though religious travel remains strong.
AviationInternational flights have resumed in Iran
Following the reopening of Iranian airspace, international flights have officially resumed at Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport, with foreign airlines returning.
DestinationMiddle East travel & tourism soars as Saudi Arabia fuels growth
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) revealed that the Middle East is experiencing strong Travel & Tourism growth, with the sector expanding by 5.3% in 2025, outpacing the global average of...
DestinationWTTC is bringing together a global Travel & Tourism leaders in Egypt
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) is bringing together a select group of global Travel & Tourism leaders in Egypt in early May for a Leadership event aboard Crystal Serenity, taking place...
LifestyleGloria Guevara appointed to lead WTTC into a dynamic new era as President & CEO
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) announced that Gloria Guevara has been appointed as President & CEO by its Operating Committee, taking the helm to shape the future of the private sector...
DestinationThe number of Russian tourists traveling to Saudi Arabia without a visa will triple
ATOR vice presidents expect a significant increase in mutual tourist traffic between Russia and Saudi Arabia following the removal of visa requirements.
LifestyleSaudi Arabia and Russia sign visa waiver agreement
Saudi Arabia announced that it has signed an agreement with Russia providing for mutual visa exemption.
DestinationSaudi Arabia shares tourism growth plans at WTM 2025
On the first day of World Travel Market (WTM) 2025 in London, Saudi Arabia, led by the Saudi Tourism Authority, showcased developments in tourism and opportunities for cooperation with 71...
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Hilton’s 2027 Trends Report reveals why travelers are embracing good ‘ish’ over perfection
Sep 29Hotel
Strategic agreements advance Marriott's growth across key global markets
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The story began with a simple curiosity: He became the Royal Head Chef, but he never lost his curiosity
Sep 2Latest
Middle East travel & tourism faces temporary headwinds but remains the world's strongest long-term growth story
Aug 7Latest
Over $1 Trillion investment in travel & tourism signals a vote of confidence in the sector's future
Aug 6Hotel
Maldives of the Middle East: Saudi Arabia's Red Sea project takes shape
Jul 10Destination
Saudi tourism down 5-6% so far in 2024 due to the Iran conflict
Jun 19Aviation
International flights have resumed in Iran
Jun 10Destination
Middle East travel & tourism soars as Saudi Arabia fuels growth
Apr 28Destination
WTTC is bringing together a global Travel & Tourism leaders in Egypt
Apr 24Lifestyle
Gloria Guevara appointed to lead WTTC into a dynamic new era as President & CEO
Jan 29Destination
The number of Russian tourists traveling to Saudi Arabia without a visa will triple
Dec 3Lifestyle
Saudi Arabia and Russia sign visa waiver agreement
Dec 3Destination