Saudi Tourism News
Saudi tourism revenues reach US$10 billion in Q1 2023
There were 7.8 million visitors to Saudi Arabia from January to March
Saudi Arabia creates a tourism investment company, Asfar
In preparation for a significant surge in tourism, Saudi Arabia has established a new investment firm. The Public Investment Fund (PIF) has proudly introduced the Saudi Tourism Investment Company (Asfar), aimed at bolstering the growth of the country’s tourism sector.
Saudi Arabia to invest further US$800bn into tourism in order to hit targets
Saudi Arabia’s Tourism Minister, HE Ahmed Al-Khateeb revealed that the Kingdom is investing US$800 billion in the sector over the next ten years.
Saudi Arabia on an unstoppable tourism rise, surpassing Dubai
In terms of visitor numbers, Saudi Arabia’s tourism industry remains bigger than Dubai’s. In the first quarter of this year, the Kingdom had 7.8 million tourists, while Dubai had 4.7 million.
MESSI’S RIYADH TRIP UNCOVERS THE FAMILY SIDE OF THE WORLD’S MOST EXCITING NEW DESTINATION
Lionel Messi joined by his family on his second thrilling adventure in Riyadh, Saudi, experiencing the best of all worlds – rich cultural heritage as well as contemporary lifestyle & entertainment.
IHG Hotels signs agreement with Saudi Tourism
IHG Hotels & Resorts, a leading global hotel company with more than 6,000 hotels across 18 distinct brands, has signed an agreement with the Saudi Tourism Authority (STA) at the Arabian Travel Market 2023 in Dubai, UAE.
Saudi Arabia showcases over 500 offerings at ATM
Saudi Arabia has kicked off its largest and most impressive presence at an international trade event to date at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) with 67 partners, showcasing more than 500 bookable experiences and packages. The 30th edition of ATM runs from May 1 to 4 at Dubai World Trade Center.
Visa and Saudi Tourism Authority sign MoU at Arabian Travel Market 2023
The two entities will explore opportunities to establish the first Tourism Data Lab in Saudi Arabia, enable digital payment solutions for tourists, and provide Visa cardholders with exclusive bundles for major tourism events and activations in Saudi Arabia
Saudi Celebrates Unprecedented Success at ITB Berlin 2023 with Award-Winning Stand
Saudi stand awarded ‘best exhibitor’ for Best of the Best out of 5,500 exhibitors from 161 countries and ‘best exhibitor’ for Near/Middle East during first ITB Berlin participation, featuring 45+ trade partners, 200+ bookable products, interactive Saudi Talks, date tastings and the renowned Saudi Café.
SAUDI BRINGS THE BEST OF THE COUNTRY TO ITB BERLIN 2023 WITH RECORD NUMBER OF PARTNER AND PRODUCTS
Saudi kicks off its first participation at ITB Berlin, the world’s biggest travel show and convention, celebrating key milestones for Saudi’s tourism growth story and showcasing the breadth and depth of Saudi’s extraordinary destination offering.
Boulevard World Contributes to Saudi Vision 2030
Riyadh Season, a pivotal step in achieving Saudi Vision 2030, seeks to attract more tourists and boost tourism growth in Saudi Arabia through various cultural and entertainment experiences and diverse cultural contents.
BMOTIA signs MOU with Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Tourism
The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, Investments & Aviation (BMOTIA) has today concluded a successful week at the World Travel and Tourism (WTTC) Global Summit in in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia where they have signed a Memorandum of Understanding on Cooperation in the field of tourism between the two destinations, The Bahamas and Saudi Arabia.