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UN Tourism Secretary-General H.E. Shaikha Al Nuwais and H.E. Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, UAE Minister of Economy and Tourism, will join senior government and industry leaders on the Global Stage at ATM 2026 Over 210 speakers and contributors from organisations including Tourism Economics, Euromonitor International, IHG Hotels & Resorts, Trip.com, Sabre, Visa, Tripadvisor, dnata, ICCA and GBTA will address the issues shaping global tourism Conference agenda to explore resilience, AI, traveller behaviour, aviation and connectivity, hospitality, business events, investment and the changing economics of global travel from 14–17 September at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC)   Dubai : Government…

The Saudi National Day celebration offer invites guests to discover a realm of balance, tranquility and renewal. SAUDI ARABIA : This Saudi National Day, Rosewood AMAALA invites guests to experience the occasion at a Saudi riviera of renewal, along Saudi Arabia’s northwestern Red Sea coast where the Tabuk mountains meet the world’s fourth-largest barrier reef. Guided by the restorative rhythm of the Red Sea, the resort offers a setting for unhurried days shaped by the coast, the surrounding landscape and Saudi culture. From September 23 through September 25, 2026, Rosewood AMAALA marks Saudi National Day with a weekend of celebration…

flyadeal highlights its commitment to strengthening travel partnerships and supporting the continued growth of Saudi Arabia’s tourism ecosystem Riyad: flyadeal, Saudia Group’s fast-growing low-cost carrier and one of the largest low-cost airlines in the GCC, will showcase its expanding role in supporting Saudi Arabia’s tourism ambitions at the World Travel Market (WTM) Riyadh. At the event which will take place from 08–10 September 2026, the airline will highlight its role in enabling more accessible and affordable travel across Saudi Arabia, while strengthening connections between key cities, emerging tourism destinations and international markets. Through its growing domestic and international network which…

From transformative wellness on the Red Sea to vibrant city stays in Riyadh and coastal dining experiences in Jeddah, Hyatt invites guests to celebrate the Kingdom through a collection of distinctive experiences this Saudi National Da   Saudi Arabia – As Saudi Arabia prepares to celebrate its National Day, Hyatt invites guests to discover the Kingdom through a diverse portfolio of hotels and resorts. From transformative wellness retreats and coastal sanctuaries to contemporary city stays and family getaways, Hyatt branded properties across Saudi Arabia offer travelers an opportunity to experience the Kingdom through the World of Hyatt. MIRAVAL THE RED…

Tourism Economics, an Oxford Economics company, has revealed the Kingdom recorded 67% growth in international travel between 2019 and 2025, ahead of the Middle East at 20% and the global average of 5% Leisure’s share of international visitor spending in Saudi Arabia increased from 9% in 2019 to 28% in 2025 and is forecast to reach 31% by 2030 Dragon Trail International identifies Chinese luxury travellers as a significant long-term opportunity, while STR forecasts Riyadh hotel RevPAR growth of 18.6% in 2027   Riyadh : Saudi Arabia’s international leisure tourism is forecast to grow by 93% between 2025 and 2030,…

Exclusive ride-hailing partnership will provide dedicated access to Six Flags & Aquarabia Qiddiya City Riyadh : Uber, Six Flags and Aquarabia Qiddiya City announced today a partnership naming Uber the Official Ride Hailing Partner for Qiddiya City. Under the partnership, Uber will be the exclusive ride-hailing partner to facilitate riders’ access to pickups from designated locations across both theme parks, providing visitors with a convenient and reliable option to get to and from the destination. Since Six Flags and Aquarabia Qiddiya City’s launch, Uber has supported the theme parks with tailored mobility solutions and product configurations designed to meet the…

The internationally renowned lifestyle and hospitality brand makes its debut in the Middle East Riyadh : Red Sea Global (RSG), the regenerative tourism developer, today announced the opening of Nammos Resort AMAALA, marking the launch of Nammos’ first resort hotel globally and a significant addition to AMAALA’s growing lifestyle and hospitality offering. Set along the shores of Triple Bay with sweeping views across the Red Sea and Dumega Bay and designed around Nammos’ philosophy of Endless Joy, Nammos Resort AMAALA introduces the brand’s distinctive blend of Mediterranean sophistication and vibrant social energy to one of the world’s most comprehensive wellness…

The three-day conference programme will examine Saudi Arabia’s tourism transformation through dedicated tracks focused on Vision 2030, outbound market opportunities and connected destination experiences The Ministry of Tourism and the Ministry of Culture will be joined by, amongst others, the Federation of Saudi Chambers, Cruise Saudi, flyadeal, Almosafer, Red Sea Global, Qiddiya, the Royal Commission for AlUla and other leading organisations Sessions will address tourism economics, policy and regulation, Saudi outbound travel, luxury, innovation, mobility, sports and religious tourism, talent development and AI   Riyadh : WTM Spotlight Riyadh has unveiled the conference programme for its inaugural edition, bringing together…

The partnership will underscore the Kingdom’s commitment to advancing global tourism collaboration and supporting the ambitions of Saudi Vision 2030 The event will bring together global tourism leaders, investors, buyers and destinations to accelerate collaboration and create opportunities across Saudi Arabia’s rapidly evolving tourism sector WTM Spotlight Riyadh will take place from 8–10 September 2026 at Riyadh Front Exhibition & Conference Center (RFECC), connecting the world to Saudi Arabia and Saudi Arabia to the world Riyadh : WTM Spotlight Riyadh has announced the Ministry of Tourism as Strategic Partner for the inaugural edition of the event, highlighting a shared…

Strong response reinforces the role of Dubai’s residents as ambassadors for the city and the importance of the visiting friends and relatives (VFR) segment Initiative’s success reflects spirit of UAE Year of Family Dubai : The Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) has announced the closure of registrations for ‘A Dubai Invite’, following an exceptional response from residents that saw the programme receive more than 90,000 applications. Although new registrations have now closed, benefits will continue to be issued to residents who successfully registered visitors before the final allocation was reached. With over 30,000 benefit packages already distributed to…