Agreement with Zawaya Properties Company for a 240-apartment upscale development marks The Residences by Rotana’s first entry into the Kingdom, as Saudi Arabia’s branded residences sector attracts USD 3.4 billion in foreign private capital Riyadh – Rotana, one of the leading hotel management companies in the Middle East, Africa, Eastern Europe and Türkiye, has signed an agreement with Zawaya Properties Company, a Saudi real estate developer with more than a decade of experience delivering commercial, residential and mixed-use projects across the Kingdom, to develop The Residences by Rotana at Thakher, a SAR 26 billion mixed-use destination located 1.5 kilometres from…
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A fully digital initiative connecting visa application directly to travel bookings, making it easier to visit Saudi than ever before Designed to make traveling to Saudi seamless and more accessible Part of Saudi’s wider effort to deliver experience-led tourism Riyadh : Saudi has announced the launch of Package Visa, a new digital initiative designed to simplify travel to Saudi by integrating tourist visa application directly into curated travel bookings. The launch is currently underway through qualified travel and tourism service providers across selected international markets ahead of a broader rollout. The initiative builds on Saudi’s wider efforts to simplify…
As the 2026 FIFA World Cup™ unfolds across North America, the global spotlight once again falls on football’s greatest stage. Yet for many fans, commentators and media, the conversation continues to return to Qatar 2022. Four years later, the tournament is remembered for far more than the action on the pitch. It also stands out as the only FIFA World Cup™ hosted across a single, connected destination, allowing fans to attend multiple matches in one day while discovering Qatar’s culture, heritage and hospitality, and introducing millions of visitors to Qatar for the first time. What began as the world’s biggest…
Abha : Asir is welcoming visitors this summer as one of the featured destinations in the Saudi Summer 2026 program, launched by the Saudi Tourism Authority under the slogan “Our Summer, Our Way.” The initiative offers a well-rounded getaway shaped by mild weather, stunning natural landscapes, deep cultural heritage, and a variety of activities designed for families, children, and adventure lovers alike. With summer vacations becoming increasingly focused on destinations that keep children engaged, Asir stands out for the breadth of experiences it offers. Young visitors can enjoy easy mountain hikes, visits to parks and gardens, outdoor recreation, and opportunities…
Taif : His Excellency the Minister of Tourism, Ahmed bin Aqeel Al-Khatib, conducted an inspection visit to Taif Governorate following his family summer vacation on the Red Sea islands of Shura and Adrena. Arriving from the Red Sea, the Minister’s visit to Taif comes as the governorate experiences peak tourism activity during the summer season. It highlights Taif’s rising status as one of the Kingdom’s foremost summer destinations, driven by the accelerated development of tourism projects and experiences that cater to visitors of all ages. During the visit, His Excellency carried out an on-site field tour covering a range of…
Watch out, burgers. During the biggest football tournament, shawarma is the real breakout star. UAE : As the world’s biggest football tournament captivates fans across the UAE, another competition has quietly been unfolding off the pitch: what the nation is ordering on match nights. From last-minute kick-off panic orders and late-night second dinners to post-match desserts and watch-party feasts, the data paints a picture of how football fans are turning every fixture into a food occasion. Shawarma is the tournament’s MVP While cheeseburgers continue to top the overall leaderboard, one local favourite has enjoyed the biggest surge in popularity.…
Colombo : Emirates will introduce a second daily A350 service between Dubai and Colombo from 8 August, further elevating the travel experience for customers with expanded access to the airline’s latest-generation aircraft and its highly sought-after Premium Economy cabin. The A350 aircraft will replace the current Boeing 777 aircraft operating the flight. The deployment of the additional A350 on flight EK648/649 will double the number of daily flights with Premium Economy cabins on the route, reinforcing Emirates’ commitment to delivering enhanced comfort, choice and connectivity for travellers to and from Sri Lanka. Emirates currently operates four daily flights to Colombo with…
New agreements and a memorandum of understanding bring together Saudi ownership, local hospitality expertise, and Hyatt’s global brand portfolio in the Kingdom’s capital. Riyadh : Amsa Hospitality and Artal Hotels announce the signing of hotel management agreements for three properties in Riyadh, as well as a memorandum of understanding between Hyatt and Artal Hotels, in connection with plans for the hotels to join Hyatt’s portfolio of brands. The announcement reflects the growing collaboration between Saudi companies and global hospitality players, as the Kingdom’s hotel sector continues to attract rising regional and international interest. The signing covers three properties in…
Riyadh : The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has taken a significant leap forward in enhancing visitor experiences with the launch of the pilot phase of its tourist package visa service. This new offering allows eligible travelers to secure a tourist visa as part of a comprehensive travel bundle, aligning with the Kingdom’s broader strategy to simplify entry procedures and strengthen its appeal in global tourism markets. The service integrates flight bookings, licensed hotel accommodations, and electronic visa issuance into a single, streamlined booking process. Travelers can also add events, attractions, and curated activities to their packages, minimizing administrative hurdles and ensuring…
Two hotels, three ways to stay, and one summer campaign inviting guests to choose their own scene across Paramount Hotel Midtown and Paramount Hotel Dubai Dubai : This summer, the city staycation gets a new script as Paramount Hotels Dubai launches Paramount Ticket – Summer Spotlight, a seasonal campaign across Paramount Hotel Midtown and Paramount Hotel Dubai that transforms the traditional hotel offer into a Hollywood-inspired escape. Built around the idea that every guest can choose their own ticket to summer, the campaign places choice at the centre of the experience. Whether it is a skyline stay above the city, a breakfast-led break, a dining-focused escape,…