https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/saudi arabia tourism/ Saudi Arabia Tourism News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-04-19T09:39:44+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tourism-must-be-led-as-economic-infrastructure-to-drive-growth-and-resilien/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tourism-must-be-led-as-economic-infrastructure-to-drive-growth-and-resilien/ At the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2026 in Davos, His Excellency Ahmed Al-Khateeb, Minister of Tourism of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, delivered a clear message to global leaders: tourism must be led as economic infrastructure if it is to drive growth, resilience, and human connection in an increasingly fragmented world. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 08:32:06 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/midad-real-estate-and-diriyah-company-to-co-develop-luxury-827-million-four/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/midad-real-estate-and-diriyah-company-to-co-develop-luxury-827-million-four/ Midad Real Estate has signed a strategic investment and development agreement with Diriyah Company to co-develop Four Seasons Hotel and Private Residences Diriyah on a 235,938-square-meter site in Diriyah, the City of Earth and the Kingdom’s historic and cultural landmark. The signing ceremony was attended by His Excellency Ahmed Al Khateeb, Minister of Tourism for Saudi Arabia, Jerry Inzerillo, Group CEO Diriyah Company, Abdulelah bin Mohammed Al Aiban, President of Midad Real Estate, and a number of executives. Thu, 08 Jan 2026 09:24:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qiddiya-city-announces-the-opening-of-its-first-major-asset-six-flags/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qiddiya-city-announces-the-opening-of-its-first-major-asset-six-flags/ Six Flags Qiddiya City, Saudi Arabia’s first-of-its-kind theme park and entertainment destination, will welcome visitors from the 31st December, 2025. Wed, 26 Nov 2025 11:47:30 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/halo-space-unveils-10-year-plan-to-launch-near-space-tourism-from-saudi-ara/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/halo-space-unveils-10-year-plan-to-launch-near-space-tourism-from-saudi-ara/ HALO Space, a global pioneer in near-space tourism, has unveiled an ambitious 10-year roadmap to make commercial near-space flights a reality—beginning with the first-ever launches from Saudi Arabia. The announcement was made at the inaugural TOURISE Summit in Riyadh, a global platform redefining the future of tourism through innovation and cross-sector collaboration. Wed, 12 Nov 2025 12:19:28 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/knowledge-economic-city-and-maison-privee-announce-strategic-joint-venture/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/knowledge-economic-city-and-maison-privee-announce-strategic-joint-venture/ Knowledge Economic City (KEC), the pioneering publicly listed developer shaping the transformation of Madinah, has signed a landmark joint-venture agreement with Maison Prive Holiday Homes Rental L.L.C. to establish a new company specializing in short-term residential rental (STR) management. Sat, 08 Nov 2025 07:32:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/exclusivelivestream-of-todays-media-roundtable-with-hh-princess-sara-and-mr/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/exclusivelivestream-of-todays-media-roundtable-with-hh-princess-sara-and-mr/ In a pivotal discussion, H.H. Princess Sara bint Salman Al‑Saudi Al‑Saud and Mr. AlHamdan outlined how Saudi Arabia is stepping into the global tourism spotlight by hosting the 26th UN Tourism General Assembly in Riyadh (7-11 November 2025) — coinciding with the 50th anniversary of the UN tourism body. They emphasised Saudi’s intent to leverage this milestone to showcase its transformation under Vision 2030, and to set a new course for the industry under the theme “AI-Powered Tourism: Redefining the Future.” The roundtable highlighted three core areas of focus: deepening international collaboration across 160+ member states; embedding artificial intelligence and sustainable innovation into the travel ecosystem; and using the event as a platform to accelerate Saudi’s role as a global tourism hub and model of responsible growth. Thu, 06 Nov 2025 12:01:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/wttc-2025-his-excellency-ahmed-al-khateeb-minister-of-tourism-for-saudi-ara/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/wttc-2025-his-excellency-ahmed-al-khateeb-minister-of-tourism-for-saudi-ara/ Tue, 30 Sep 2025 19:41:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cimc-modular-building-systems-pioneers-sustainable-modular-hotel-constructi/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cimc-modular-building-systems-pioneers-sustainable-modular-hotel-constructi/ CIMC Modular Building Systems (MBS), a global leader in modular construction, has signed a landmark agreement to deliver the Earth Riyadh Hotel in Saudi Arabia. As the company’s first hospitality project in the region, this milestone reinforces CIMC MBS’s commitment to advancing sustainable building practices and offering innovative solutions to the global hospitality sector. Wed, 21 May 2025 05:36:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihg-hotels-resorts-launches-middle-easts-first-even-hotel-with-a-signing-in/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihg-hotels-resorts-launches-middle-easts-first-even-hotel-with-a-signing-in/ IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hospitality companies, has announced the signing of EVEN Hotel Dammam, bringing its lifestyle wellness-focused brand to the Middle East for the first time. The agreement was signed on the sidelines of Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) in Riyadh. Mon, 19 May 2025 07:39:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-dr.-amr-homoud-almari-deputy-ceo-operations/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/atm-2025-dr.-amr-homoud-almari-deputy-ceo-operations/ Thu, 01 May 2025 22:53:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saudi-arabia-to-showcase-record-tourism-growth-at-atm2025/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saudi-arabia-to-showcase-record-tourism-growth-at-atm2025/ Saudi Arabia’s travel and tourism sector continues on an upward trajectory, with the Kingdom welcoming 30 million international visitors in 2024, representing a 9.5 percent increase from the previous year. This impressive growth will be under the spotlight at the upcoming Arabian Travel Market (ATM), where Saudi Arabia will present its latest tourism milestones, showcase new projects and highlight its vision to become a premier destination. Sat, 19 Apr 2025 06:09:51 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/play-qiddiya-city-joins-the-world-travel-tourism-council/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/play-qiddiya-city-joins-the-world-travel-tourism-council/ The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) is proud to welcome Play Qiddiya City as a new Destination Partner, marking a significant milestone in the evolution of Saudi Arabia’s tourism landscape. As the destination marketing and management organisation (DMMO) for Qiddiya City, Play Qiddiya City is dedicated to positioning this dynamic destination as a world-class Travel & Tourism hub and the home of Play. Wed, 09 Apr 2025 06:14:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saudi-arabia-set-to-deliver-362000-new-hotels-rooms-by-2030/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saudi-arabia-set-to-deliver-362000-new-hotels-rooms-by-2030/ The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is poised to develop 362,000 new hotel rooms by 2030 as part of its US$110 billion hospitality sector transformation, according to data released ahead of the 2025 edition of the Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) Saudi Arabia. Saudi Arabia’s ongoing and unprecedented expansion across infrastructure, real estate, tourism, and hospitality, in line with Vision 2030, is positioning the Kingdom as a global leader in the travel and tourism sector. This strategic growth is setting new industry standards while creating significant investment opportunities, enabling investors to actively participate in the country’s long-term economic transformation, according to industry experts. Mon, 17 Mar 2025 16:12:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/globant-partners-with-red-sea-global-to-reinvent-sustainable-luxury-tourism/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/globant-partners-with-red-sea-global-to-reinvent-sustainable-luxury-tourism/ Globant, a digitally native company focused on reinventing businesses through innovative technology solutions, has partnered with Red Sea Global (RSG) to create a cutting-edge digital program designed to transform the connected visitor experience at one of Saudi Arabia’s most ambitious tourism destinations. Sun, 16 Feb 2025 06:01:58 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saudi-arabia-looks-to-influencers-to-boost-tourism-sector/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saudi-arabia-looks-to-influencers-to-boost-tourism-sector/ Saudi Arabia will turn to social media influencers in an effort to boost tourism in the Kingdom. The Saudi Tourism Authority (STA) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with a national marketing services company to strengthen its efforts to reach target audiences in international markets and solidify the Kingdom’s standing on the global tourism map. Mon, 30 Dec 2024 06:46:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/inaugural-international-mice-summit-ims-convenes-to-drive-business-events-s/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/inaugural-international-mice-summit-ims-convenes-to-drive-business-events-s/ The inaugural International MICE Summit (IMS24) will bring together over 1,000 global leaders from the Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions (MICE) industry between 15-17 December at Mohammed Bin Salman Nonprofit City (MISK) in Riyadh, hosted by the Saudi Conventions & Exhibitions General Authority (SCEGA). Fri, 22 Nov 2024 07:03:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/culture-is-saudi-arabias-new-commodity-and-creativity-its-new-currency/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/culture-is-saudi-arabias-new-commodity-and-creativity-its-new-currency/ Athar Festival 2024 spotlights the power of creative storytelling, combined with the intersection of creativity and technology, as a key driver of consumer marketing. Manchester United’s Matt McKie and Sir Martin Sorrell led a strong lineup of industry leaders and visionaries in unveiling the impact of creativity on tourism, entertainment, sport, and other key sectors Tue, 05 Nov 2024 21:19:30 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/neom-unveils-sindalah-yacht-club-by-stefano-ricci-setting-a-new-standard-in/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/neom-unveils-sindalah-yacht-club-by-stefano-ricci-setting-a-new-standard-in/ As Sindalah, the first island destination in NEOM, prepares to open later this year, NEOM has revealed exquisite interior designs for the Sindalah Yacht Club, offering a glimpse into the jewel of the island’s marina. Developed in collaboration with world-renowned Italian designer Stefano Ricci, the Sindalah Yacht Club is set to become a premier destination for yacht owners, offering an unmatched gateway to the Red Sea. Wed, 02 Oct 2024 06:48:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qatar-airways-expands-network-in-saudi-arabia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qatar-airways-expands-network-in-saudi-arabia/ Qatar Airways is pleased to announce the expansion of its operations in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with the resumption of services to Abha, operating two weekly flights to Abha International Airport, effective 2 January 2025. In addition, the national carrier of the State of Qatar will also increase its flights to NEOM from two to four weekly flights during the winter season. Mon, 16 Sep 2024 07:15:57 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saudia-unveils-up-to-50-discounts-on-international-routes-for-business-and/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saudia-unveils-up-to-50-discounts-on-international-routes-for-business-and/ Saudia, the national flag carrier of Saudi Arabia, has introduced an exceptional promotional offer with discounts of up to 50% on international flights via King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah and King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh. This initiative reflects Saudia’s commitment to providing exclusive deals and competitive prices to its guests throughout the year. The offer also connects guests to the Kingdom through the “Your Ticket Your Visa” service, which allows visitors to stay in the Kingdom for up to 96 hours, explore its various regions, and even perform Umrah. Mon, 19 Aug 2024 06:44:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/action-packed-fun-awaits-at-riyadhs-esports-world-cup/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/action-packed-fun-awaits-at-riyadhs-esports-world-cup/ The Esports World Cup (EWC) in Riyadh is not just about thrilling competitive gaming; it’s an all-encompassing festival of fun, excitement, and unforgettable experiences. Whether you’re a die-hard gamer, a casual player, or just looking for some family-friendly entertainment, there’s something exciting for every age and skill level. Check out these top activities at the Esports World Cup that you won’t want to miss, perfect for filling the time between matches or jumping in to play yourself: Sun, 04 Aug 2024 05:17:16 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/discover-saudis-newest-world-heritage-site/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/discover-saudis-newest-world-heritage-site/ Set in a strategic point of the ancient trade routes that used to crisscross the Heart of Arabia and abruptly abandoned around the 5th century CE, the site of Al-Faw – which includes the vestige of the city of Qaryat al-Faw – is full of mysteries waiting to be uncovered. This historic site offers a captivating glimpse into the rich heritage and culture of Saudi, a land of discovery and endless possibilities. Almost 12,000 archeological remains have been found from prehistoric times to late pre-Islamic area testifying to the successive occupation of at least three different populations stretching more than 6,000 years. Once a thriving trade hub at the crossroads of ancient caravan routes, Al-Faw’s well-preserved ruins and water management system, tools and artifacts, intricate carvings, make it a must-visit destination for history enthusiasts and travelers alike. Sun, 04 Aug 2024 05:13:17 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/flynas-signs-agreement-for-additional-75-a320neo-family-aircraft-and-15-a33/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/flynas-signs-agreement-for-additional-75-a320neo-family-aircraft-and-15-a33/ flynas, Saudi Arabia’s leading low-cost carrier, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Airbus for 75 A320neo family aircraft and 15 A330-900. This strategic agreement will expand the airline’s capacity, range and enhance its overall fleet capabilities. Wed, 31 Jul 2024 06:01:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wego-collaborates-with-aseer-region-development-authority/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wego-collaborates-with-aseer-region-development-authority/ Wego,  the number 1 travel app and the largest online travel marketplace in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) , is excited to announce its collaboration with Aseer Region Development Authority (ASDA), aimed at showcasing the enchanting landscapes and cultural richness of Aseer region in Saudi Arabia. Mon, 29 Jul 2024 06:59:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/discover-jeddahs-best-with-unbeatable-jeddah-summer-deals/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/discover-jeddahs-best-with-unbeatable-jeddah-summer-deals/ Get ready to seize summer, with exclusive ‘Jeddah Summer Deals!’ available until August 10, 2024. Jeddah has everything you need for an unforgettable summer adventure, with incredible discounts of up to 70% on a wide array of attractions and products across the coastal city. From accommodations and enticing F&B offers to vibrant entertainment and diverse shopping discounts, Jeddah promises to keep you engaged and entertained. Here’s your ultimate guide to the hottest summer deals and activities in Jeddah. Thu, 25 Jul 2024 06:21:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/equinox-hotels-and-neom-announce-equinox-resort-treyam-in-magna-the-coast-o/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/equinox-hotels-and-neom-announce-equinox-resort-treyam-in-magna-the-coast-o/ Equinox Hotels, a revolutionary leader in high-performance luxury hospitality, is proud to announce plans for the opening of Equinox Resort Treyam, one of Magna’s twelve destinations, located on the coast of the Gulf of Aqaba. Magna’s destinations, including Treyam, are part of NEOM, the evolving regional development, taking shape in northwest Saudi Arabia. Wed, 24 Jul 2024 08:11:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/radisson-hotel-group-strengthens-its-footprint-in-saudi-arabia-with-another/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/radisson-hotel-group-strengthens-its-footprint-in-saudi-arabia-with-another/ Radisson Hotel Group is pleased to announce the opening of Park Inn by Radisson Makkah Thakher Algharbi, marking another significant milestone in the Group’s expansion in Saudi Arabia. This opening also follows the recent launch of Park Inn by Radisson Makkah Thakher Alsharqi, and helps further cement the Group’s presence in the Holy City. Tue, 23 Jul 2024 06:08:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/heading-to-riyadh-for-the-esports-world-cup-dont-miss-dining-at-these-must/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/heading-to-riyadh-for-the-esports-world-cup-dont-miss-dining-at-these-must/ With the Esports World Cup (EWC) in full swing, Riyadh is welcoming gamers and fans from all over the world. While the EWC will certainly be the highlight of your visit, Riyadh offers an abundance of culinary delights that you won’t want to miss. To ensure your visit is unforgettable, we’ve curated a list of the top three must-visit spots closest to the EWC games so you don’t have to go too far to get the best of both worlds as you immerse yourself in an unmatched dining experience. Sun, 14 Jul 2024 06:50:08 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/riyadh-air-and-delta-to-work-together-on-expanding-connectivity-and-premium/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/riyadh-air-and-delta-to-work-together-on-expanding-connectivity-and-premium/ Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s new digitally native airline and Delta Air Lines, the world’s leading premium airline, and have signed a Strategic Cooperation Memorandum of Understanding with the goal of introducing a broad range of benefits for customers traveling between North America, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and onward destinations. The agreement signed today at a ceremony at the Delta Flight Museum in Atlanta, serves as the foundation for a strategic partnership that will enable both airlines to strengthen connectivity, expand their networks and drive future growth. Tue, 09 Jul 2024 18:55:15 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/riyadh-air-and-saudi-arabian-creative-director-ashi-reveal-stunning-collect/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/riyadh-air-and-saudi-arabian-creative-director-ashi-reveal-stunning-collect/ Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s new world-class airline and fully owned by the Public Investment Fund (PIF), in collaboration with the Saudi fashion designer Ashi, founder of Parisian couture house ASHI Studio, has unveiled its first-ever fashion collection, during Haute Couture Week in Paris. Sun, 30 Jun 2024 06:11:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/how-to-spend-96-hours-in-jeddah-this-summer/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/how-to-spend-96-hours-in-jeddah-this-summer/ The city of Jeddah, Saudi’s coastal cosmopolitan hub and, historically, the home to worldwide arts and music, is a gathering spot for a variety of vibrant cultures. Al Balad, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is Jeddah’s historical quarter where ancient coral stone houses are being restored, and new heritage-focused galleries, restaurants, luxury stores and cafes are emerging to create a buzzing cultural scene. Wed, 26 Jun 2024 06:15:41 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/radisson-hotel-groups-newest-hotel-in-makkah-reinforces-the-groups-saudi-ex/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/radisson-hotel-groups-newest-hotel-in-makkah-reinforces-the-groups-saudi-ex/ Radisson Hotel Group is proud to announce the opening of its newest hotel, Park Inn by Radisson Makkah Thakher Alsharqi. Strategically located in the heart of Thakher City, a mere 2.2 km from the revered Great Mosque, the hotel promises to set a new standard for contemporary accommodation in Makkah. Sun, 16 Jun 2024 06:16:28 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-ramps-up-preparations-for-a-seamless-hajj-centric-experience/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-ramps-up-preparations-for-a-seamless-hajj-centric-experience/ This Hajj season, Emirates is geared up to serve the large volume of pilgrims making their way from the airline’s global network through Dubai, to Jeddah and Medina to perform the once in a lifetime Muslim pilgrimage. Emirates has been working hard throughout every travel touchpoint of the journey to ensure comfortable experience, both in the air and on the ground for pilgrims heading to Makkah for this significant trip Tue, 11 Jun 2024 07:12:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saudi-arabias-travel-tourism-breaks-all-records/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saudi-arabias-travel-tourism-breaks-all-records/ The World Travel & Tourism Council’s (WTTC) 2024 Economic Impact Research (EIR) has revealed a record-breaking year for Travel & Tourism in Saudi Arabia, with new records in GDP contribution, sector jobs and visitor spend. Tue, 11 Jun 2024 07:01:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/saudi-tourism-leaders-honoured-by-world-travel-awards/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/saudi-tourism-leaders-honoured-by-world-travel-awards/ Breaking Travel News is running a series of in-depth reports, looking at the winners from the Middle East & Indian Ocean World Travel Awards. Here we take a look at Saudi Arabia Mon, 27 May 2024 15:38:06 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/reset-rejuvenate-with-a-saudi-retreat-and-give-yourself-the-gift-of-wellnes/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/reset-rejuvenate-with-a-saudi-retreat-and-give-yourself-the-gift-of-wellnes/ Saudi is emerging as a wellness capital, with its diverse regions championing bespoke wellness experiences. Its awe-inspiring natural landscapes are the perfect backdrop to reset and restore travellers – think pristine waters, lush green mountains, fresh air, outdoor oases and rolling desert dunes, plus a boost of vitamin D to mark the end of winter. Mon, 29 Apr 2024 06:50:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sustainable-horizons-how-the-saudi-hospitality-industry-is-helping-to-ensur/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sustainable-horizons-how-the-saudi-hospitality-industry-is-helping-to-ensur/ With the spotlight on sustainability like never before, the hospitality industry the world over can – and is – playing a key role in supporting government ESG initiatives and green goals. Wed, 24 Apr 2024 07:21:02 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/luxury-ecotourism-in-saudi-arabia-takes-a-major-step-forward-with-zardun/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/luxury-ecotourism-in-saudi-arabia-takes-a-major-step-forward-with-zardun/ The latest announcement from the NEOM Board of Directors, Zardun has been designed as a restorative nature and wildlife retreat for discerning guests Thu, 25 Jan 2024 06:23:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/strong-representation-from-the-kingdom-expected-at-arabian-travel-market-20/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/strong-representation-from-the-kingdom-expected-at-arabian-travel-market-20/ Strong representation from the Kingdom expected at Arabian Travel Market 2024 as Saudi Arabia increases its 2030 visitor target to 150 million Thu, 18 Jan 2024 12:12:16 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-first-caricom-summit-kicks-off-in-riyadh-including-minister-of-tourism/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-first-caricom-summit-kicks-off-in-riyadh-including-minister-of-tourism/ The first CARICOM summit in Riyadh included 14 heads of government from the Caribbean, who met with the Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister HRH Mohammed Bin Salman Al Saud and his cabinet ministers as well as leading private sector leaders. Caribbean & Saudi Arabia made history at the first CARICOM meeting in the Kingdom. Caribbean nations’ main export is tourism, and Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 is to transform the Kingdom from oil dependency. Tourism plays a major role, and hosting World EXPO 2030 in Riyadh is high on the wish list, and the support by Caribbean nations were welcomed in support of Riyadh as a venue. Fri, 17 Nov 2023 08:50:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/red-sea-global-reveals-in-house-managed-brand-shebara/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/red-sea-global-reveals-in-house-managed-brand-shebara/ The resort is taking shape on Sheybarah Island and will feature 73 keys including overwater and beach villas Tue, 07 Nov 2023 06:52:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-explores-future-hospitality-summit-to-return-to-saudi/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-explores-future-hospitality-summit-to-return-to-saudi/ Saudi Arabia will this week welcome the return of the Future Hospitality Summit, with the event headed for Al Faisaliah Hotel in Riyadh. Here Breaking Travel News finds out more about the show - and host city, Riyadh Sun, 07 May 2023 11:35:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saudi-tourism-authority-and-careem-company-sign-a-memorandum-of-understandi/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saudi-tourism-authority-and-careem-company-sign-a-memorandum-of-understandi/ Saudi Tourism Authority and Careem Company sign a memorandum of understanding during the participation of the Saudi pavilion at the Arabian Travel Market exhibition in Dubai, with the aim of discussing ways of cooperation between the two parties and providing promotions, packages, and special discounts to improve the tourist experience in Saudi and make it richer. Wed, 03 May 2023 14:38:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-explores-saudi-arabia-prepares-for-wttc-global-summit/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-explores-saudi-arabia-prepares-for-wttc-global-summit/ The World Travel & Tourism Council will this week convene in Riyadh, capital of Saudi Arabia, for the annual Global Summit. Here Breaking Travel News takes a look at how preparations are going Sun, 27 Nov 2022 14:27:14 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-explores-diriyah-gate-saudi-arabia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-explores-diriyah-gate-saudi-arabia/ The World Travel & Tourism Council will this week convene in Riyadh, capital of Saudi Arabia, for the annual Global Summit. Ahead of the event, Breaking Travel News is publishing a series of features on the leading attractions in the destination – today exploring Diriyah Gate in the capital Riyadh Sun, 27 Nov 2022 13:22:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-explores-amaala-saudi-arabia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-explores-amaala-saudi-arabia/ The World Travel & Tourism Council will this week convene in Riyadh, capital of Saudi Arabia, for the annual Global Summit. Ahead of the event, Breaking Travel News is publishing a series of features on the leading attractions in the destination – today exploring AMAALA Sun, 27 Nov 2022 11:37:43 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-explores-the-red-sea-saudi-arabia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-explores-the-red-sea-saudi-arabia/ The World Travel & Tourism Council will this week convene in Riyadh, capital of Saudi Arabia, for the annual Global Summit. Ahead of the event, Breaking Travel News is publishing a series of features on the leading attractions in the destination – today taking a look at the Red Sea Sun, 27 Nov 2022 11:11:47 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-explores-neom-saudi-arabia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-explores-neom-saudi-arabia/ The World Travel & Tourism Council will this week convene in Riyadh, capital of Saudi Arabia, for the annual Global Summit. Ahead of the event, Breaking Travel News is publishing a series of features on the leading attractions in the destination – today looking at NEOM Sun, 27 Nov 2022 10:50:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-explores-alula-saudi-arabia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-explores-alula-saudi-arabia/ The World Travel & Tourism Council will this week convene in Riyadh, capital of Saudi Arabia, for the annual Global Summit. Ahead of the event, Breaking Travel News is publishing a series of features on the leading attractions in the destination - beginning with AlUla Sun, 27 Nov 2022 10:24:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-explores-riyadh-saudi-arabia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-explores-riyadh-saudi-arabia/ The World Travel & Tourism Council will this week convene in the capital of Saudi Arabia, for the annual Global Summit. Ahead of the event, Breaking Travel News is publishing a series of features on the leading attractions in the destination – today exploring Riyadh itself Sun, 27 Nov 2022 03:43:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-explores-jeddah-saudi-arabia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-explores-jeddah-saudi-arabia/ The World Travel & Tourism Council will this week convene in Riyadh, capital of Saudi Arabia, for the annual Global Summit. Ahead of the event, Breaking Travel News is publishing a series of features on the leading attractions in the destination – today exploring the cosmopolitan city of Jeddah Sun, 27 Nov 2022 02:10:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/four-seasons-hotel-riyadh-ready-to-welcome-guests-to-spectacular-kingdom-su/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/four-seasons-hotel-riyadh-ready-to-welcome-guests-to-spectacular-kingdom-su/ Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh at Kingdom Centre has undergone an extensive US$150 million renovation over the past 18 months, launching itself into a whole new dimension of excellence. Fri, 22 Jul 2022 08:14:58 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/largest-delegation-of-investors-from-the-middle-east-to-visit-jamaica/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/largest-delegation-of-investors-from-the-middle-east-to-visit-jamaica/ Efforts by Jamaica and Saudi Arabia to facilitate cooperation and investment in tourism have hit top gear with Jamaica set to welcome its largest delegation of potential investors from the Middle East this week. Wed, 06 Jul 2022 19:24:29 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saudi-arabias-travel-tourism-to-see-fastest-growth-in-the-middle-east/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saudi-arabias-travel-tourism-to-see-fastest-growth-in-the-middle-east/ The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has revealed the travel and tourism sector in Saudi Arabia is expected to grow at an average of 11% annually over the next decade, making it the fastest growing travel and tourism economy in the Middle East. Tue, 05 Jul 2022 12:25:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/melia-hotels-to-develop-tourism-concepts-in-saudi-arabia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/melia-hotels-to-develop-tourism-concepts-in-saudi-arabia/ Saudi Arabia’s Tourism Development Fund has signed a MoU with Melia Hotels for the development of tourism and entertainment concepts in Riyadh, Jeddah and the Eastern Province. Wed, 15 Jun 2022 12:10:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saudi-tourism-launches-nft-souvenirs-aft-world-tourism-organizations-execut/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saudi-tourism-launches-nft-souvenirs-aft-world-tourism-organizations-execut/ The Saudi Ministry of Tourism and Saudi Toursim Authority has announced the creation of NFT souvenirs, in a move that reflects the Kingdom’s advancement in digital tourism. Mon, 13 Jun 2022 12:05:26 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saudi-arabia-invests-in-training-of-tourism-next-generation/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saudi-arabia-invests-in-training-of-tourism-next-generation/ Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Tourism has launched a new programme to equip 100,000 young Saudis with the key hospitality skills needed to pursue careers in the kingdom’s flourishing tourism industry.​​​ Wed, 08 Jun 2022 14:40:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saudi-arabia-host-un-meeting-on-tourism-recovery/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saudi-arabia-host-un-meeting-on-tourism-recovery/ Saudi Arabia hosted the official opening of the 116th UNWTO Executive Council Meeting. Global leaders discussed how tourism is key to a stronger and more sustainable world and called for greater collaboration to accelerate recovery. Wed, 08 Jun 2022 11:30:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saudi-arabia-jumps-10-places-in-global-tourism-ranking/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saudi-arabia-jumps-10-places-in-global-tourism-ranking/ Saudi Arabia progresses 10 ranking places in the World Economic Forum’s Travel and Tourism Development Index from 43rd in 2019 to 33rd in 2021. Fri, 27 May 2022 10:40:26 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/malaysian-tourism-roadshow-heads-to-saudi-arabia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/malaysian-tourism-roadshow-heads-to-saudi-arabia/ Tourism Malaysia is organising a series of roadshows in the Middle East to woo international tourists to Malaysia in conjunction with the country’s border reopening on 1 April 2022. This time around, the roadshow will kick off from 21 to 29 May 2022 in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia – the cities of Damman, Riyadh, and Jeddah. Wed, 25 May 2022 14:45:07 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/accor-to-add-6000-rooms-to-its-saudi-arabia-portfolio-by-2025/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/accor-to-add-6000-rooms-to-its-saudi-arabia-portfolio-by-2025/ Accor is scheduled to open over 6,000 new rooms in Saudi Arabia over the next three years, with key properties including Banyan Tree AlUla and Swissotel Living Jeddah. The expansion forms part of kingdom’s vision for 2030. Wed, 25 May 2022 12:20:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/nobu-complex-agreed-for-saudi-arabia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/nobu-complex-agreed-for-saudi-arabia/ Saudi Arabia’s hospitality sector has received another boost with plans unveiled for a new Noblu complex in its Eastern Province. The project will include a five-star hotel, residential units, Nobu restaurant, pools, health centre and event venues. The announcement was made at Future Hospitality Summit 2022, currently taking place in Riyadh. Wed, 25 May 2022 12:15:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/envi-lodges-al-rasim-to-open-ecolodge-on-saudi-arabias-red-sea-coast/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/envi-lodges-al-rasim-to-open-ecolodge-on-saudi-arabias-red-sea-coast/ ENVI Lodges, the ecolodge brand, and Al Rasim Hotels & Resorts, have announced plans to develop a waterfront ecolodge project on the Red Sea coast of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Wed, 25 May 2022 11:00:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sophos-hotels-sa-and-aims-hospitality-to-form-independent-hotel-group-in-ks/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sophos-hotels-sa-and-aims-hospitality-to-form-independent-hotel-group-in-ks/ Sophos Hotels and AIMS Hospitality have announced the signing a memorandum of understanding to launch and develop the first international independent hotel management company in KSA. They have initially agreed on developing and operating several properties located in Jeddah and Makkah cities that comprise over 2,000 keys. Tue, 24 May 2022 16:00:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hospitality-leaders-take-the-stage-at-the-future-hospitality-summit-saudi-a/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hospitality-leaders-take-the-stage-at-the-future-hospitality-summit-saudi-a/ The Future Hospitality Summit in Saudi Arabia has started with a flurry of discourse, with over 50 leading hospitality brands attending the two-day gathering in Riyadh. Tue, 24 May 2022 12:25:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ritz-carlton-reserve-to-debut-in-the-red-sea-project-saudi-arabia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ritz-carlton-reserve-to-debut-in-the-red-sea-project-saudi-arabia/ Marriott will debut its distinguished Ritz-Carlton Reserve brand in the eagerly-anticipated Red Sea destination. Slated to open in 2023, Nujuma, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve will be the brand’s first property in the Middle East to join an exclusive collection of only five Ritz-Carlton Reserves worldwide. Tue, 24 May 2022 11:55:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hospitality-leaders-head-to-saudi-arabia-for-future-hospitality-summit-2022/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hospitality-leaders-head-to-saudi-arabia-for-future-hospitality-summit-2022/ Saudi Arabia welcomes government leaders, hospitality investors and operators for the 2022 edition of the prestigious Future Hospitality Summit, taking place in Riyadh this week. Tue, 24 May 2022 11:45:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/watch-live-future-hospitality-summit-2022/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/watch-live-future-hospitality-summit-2022/ Future Hospitality Summit returns to Saudi Arabia, with a monumental programme that focuses on the wider Arabian region. A hybrid format is available for those who would like to access some of the conference sessions remotely. Tue, 24 May 2022 08:40:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/amaala-reveals-new-yacht-club-designs/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/amaala-reveals-new-yacht-club-designs/ AMAALA, the ultra-luxury development on Saudi Arabia’s north-western coast, has revealed the design for its Triple Bay Yacht Club. The free-flowing structure aims to create a one-of-a-kind meeting point between land and sea. Mon, 23 May 2022 11:20:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saudi-arabia-poised-for-hospitality-boom/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saudi-arabia-poised-for-hospitality-boom/ The number of brand hotel rooms in Saudi Arabia is set to reach 69,300 by the end of 2022, representing a 15 percent year-on-year increase. The figures from Colliers come ahead of the Future Hospitality Summit taking place in Riyadh on 24-25 May. Wed, 18 May 2022 12:20:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/seera-group-and-amadeus-launch-post-booking-technology-in-saudi-arabia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/seera-group-and-amadeus-launch-post-booking-technology-in-saudi-arabia/ Seera Group, the provider of tourism services in the Middle East, and Amadeus, the travel technology company, are launching new technology in Saudi Arabia to improve the customer post-booking experience. Fri, 13 May 2022 12:20:09 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saudi-arabia-calls-for-multi-lateral-cooperation-to-drive-sustainable-touri/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saudi-arabia-calls-for-multi-lateral-cooperation-to-drive-sustainable-touri/ HE Ahmed Al Khateeb, Minister of Tourism, Saudi Arabia delivered a keynote speech ​at the 76th session of the UN General Assembly emphasizing the critical need to accelerate climate action to ensure a sustainable future for the tourism sector. Sun, 08 May 2022 09:00:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jamaica-and-saudi-arabia-sign-landmark-mou-to-develop-sustainable-and-resil/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jamaica-and-saudi-arabia-sign-landmark-mou-to-develop-sustainable-and-resil/ Jamaica and Saudi Arabia have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to collaborate on the development of sustainable and resilient tourism between the two nations. Fri, 06 May 2022 15:00:06 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hospitality-leaders-to-gather-in-saudi-arabia-for-future-hospitality-summit/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hospitality-leaders-to-gather-in-saudi-arabia-for-future-hospitality-summit/ Government leaders and hospitality heads are set to gather in Riyadh 24-25 May 2022 for the Future Hospitality Summit to discuss and network under the theme ‘Reimagined Horizons’. Wed, 04 May 2022 11:40:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saudi-arabia-to-host-wttc-global-summit-in-november/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saudi-arabia-to-host-wttc-global-summit-in-november/ The WTTC has announced its next Global Summit will take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from 29 November to 2 December 2022. The announcement was made at the closing session of its Global Summit in Manila, Philippines. Fri, 22 Apr 2022 21:19:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/almatar-the-new-saudi-online-travel-agency/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/almatar-the-new-saudi-online-travel-agency/ Almatar is a new Saudi online travel agency. Providing travel services, information and resources about travelling anywhere around the world. Almatar let’s you make hotel reservations, book flights, and get detailed accurate information about hundreds of destinations worldwide. Thu, 07 Apr 2022 16:50:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/armani-hotels-signs-for-new-property-in-saudi-arabia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/armani-hotels-signs-for-new-property-in-saudi-arabia/ Armani Hotels & Resorts and Diriyah Gate Development Authority have announced plans for a signature Armani Hotel to be built in the city of Diriyah within Saudi Arabia. Thu, 31 Mar 2022 07:13:18 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saudi-arabian-reintroduces-visa-on-arrival-scheme/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saudi-arabian-reintroduces-visa-on-arrival-scheme/ The move comes two weeks after the country lifted all Covid-19-related entry restrictions and returns the destination to pre-pandemic levels of openness. Mon, 28 Mar 2022 08:50:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/atm-2022-saudi-arabia-preparing-for-return-of-religious-tourism/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/atm-2022-saudi-arabia-preparing-for-return-of-religious-tourism/ A total of 32,621 hotel rooms are currently under construction in Saudi Arabia, as the kingdom prepares to meet pent-up demand from pilgrims returning to its holy cities. Wed, 23 Mar 2022 00:55:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/future-hospitality-summit-to-return-to-saudi-arabia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/future-hospitality-summit-to-return-to-saudi-arabia/ Following the success of the inaugural Future Hospitality Summit in October 2020, the event will return in a new format for its second edition on May 24-25. Tue, 22 Mar 2022 09:59:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/playa-hotels-resorts-signs-for-new-saudi-properties/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/playa-hotels-resorts-signs-for-new-saudi-properties/ The Tourism Development Fund of Saudi Arabia has announced the signing of a framework agreement with Playa Hotels & Resorts to introduce its all-inclusive resort offering to the destination. Tue, 15 Mar 2022 10:48:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/amaala-earns-global-certification-for-risk-and-resilience/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/amaala-earns-global-certification-for-risk-and-resilience/ Amaala has been awarded two ISO certifications covering Risk management and business continuity management systems – the highest level of certification available by the awarding body. Wed, 09 Mar 2022 02:26:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saudi-arabian-lifts-all-covid-19-travel-restrictions/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saudi-arabian-lifts-all-covid-19-travel-restrictions/ The Saudi Arabian government has lifted all Covid-19-related entry restrictions for holders of tourism visas. Visitors to Saudi will no longer need to present proof of vaccination or a PCR test. Tue, 08 Mar 2022 10:01:29 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saudi-arabia-seeks-to-build-ski-tourism-industry/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saudi-arabia-seeks-to-build-ski-tourism-industry/ Mohammed bin Salman, crown prince of Saudi Arabia, has launched Trojena, a new global destination for mountain tourism and winter sports in the heart of the desert. Fri, 04 Mar 2022 04:28:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saudi-arabian-airlines-launches-new-thai-connection/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saudi-arabian-airlines-launches-new-thai-connection/ Guests were welcomed aboard the historic first flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah to Suvarnabhumi Airport in Bangkok earlier today. Tue, 01 Mar 2022 03:32:06 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/amaala-begins-work-on-employee-village-at-triple-bay/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/amaala-begins-work-on-employee-village-at-triple-bay/ Amaala has signed a major contract for the infrastructure development of the first phase of its accommodations at the employee village in Triple Bay. Mon, 28 Feb 2022 04:12:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/shangri-la-jeddah-takes-brand-into-saudi-arabia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/shangri-la-jeddah-takes-brand-into-saudi-arabia/ Shangri-La is making its brand debut in Saudi Arabia with a new property. It offers 220 new light-filled accommodations, three restaurants, extensive wellness facilities and a dedicated kids’ club. Tue, 22 Feb 2022 14:57:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/kempinski-unveils-plans-for-al-qeshan-hotel-in-saudi/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/kempinski-unveils-plans-for-al-qeshan-hotel-in-saudi/ With the signing of a management agreement for a prestigious luxury hotel in Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia, another milestone in the expansion of the international hotel group has been set. Thu, 17 Feb 2022 01:24:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jamaica-poised-for-saudi-arabia-tourism-deal/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jamaica-poised-for-saudi-arabia-tourism-deal/ Saudi Arabia and the Caribbean destination of Jamaica are moving toward the signing a memorandum of understanding to bring the two closer together in the tourism sector. Wed, 02 Feb 2022 12:51:18 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saudi-arabia-to-convert-palaces-to-luxury-hotels/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saudi-arabia-to-convert-palaces-to-luxury-hotels/ A new hospitality brand will manage and convert a collection of historic and cultural palaces in Saudi Arabia into ultra-luxury hotels. Three planned properties have been revealed. Fri, 21 Jan 2022 05:41:06 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/btn-interview-wojciech-orlowski-country-manager-saudi-arabia-bateel-interna/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/btn-interview-wojciech-orlowski-country-manager-saudi-arabia-bateel-interna/ Café Bateel in Saudi Arabia has been honoured with the title of Saudi Arabia’s Best Restaurant by voters at the World Culinary Awards. Here Breaking Travel News speaks to Wojciech Orlowski, country manager for Saudi Arabia at parent company Bateel International, to find out how it feels to have taken the prestigious honour Thu, 20 Jan 2022 14:21:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/steigenberger-hotels-set-for-saudi-expansion/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/steigenberger-hotels-set-for-saudi-expansion/ The Saudi Arabia Tourism Development Fund has signed a memorandum of understanding with Deutsche Hospitality to develop and operate Steigenberger Porsche Design Hotels projects. Mon, 17 Jan 2022 10:04:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/rixos-set-for-saudi-arabia-debut-following-dur-hospitality-deal/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/rixos-set-for-saudi-arabia-debut-following-dur-hospitality-deal/ The company will upgrade and restyle the Makarem Annakheel Village, transforming it into a full-fledged tourist resort with a five-star luxury hotel, water park, swimming pools and villas. Sat, 01 Jan 2022 07:15:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihg-signs-second-hotel-indigo-resort-in-saudi-arabia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihg-signs-second-hotel-indigo-resort-in-saudi-arabia/ IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced the signing of a management agreement with Dallah Real Estate Company for a Hotel Indigo resort in Durrat Al Arus, Jeddah. Tue, 21 Dec 2021 09:45:17 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hilton-boosts-saudi-hotel-development-plans/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hilton-boosts-saudi-hotel-development-plans/ Hilton has reaffirmed its commitment to continued development in Saudi Arabia, creating more than 10,000 new jobs, as part of an ambitious expansion plan across the kingdom. Wed, 08 Dec 2021 00:19:05 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihg-signs-latest-saudi-property-in-riyadh/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihg-signs-latest-saudi-property-in-riyadh/ IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced the signing of a management agreement with Al Aqeeq Real Estate Development Company for Crowne Plaza Taiba Riyadh. Wed, 24 Nov 2021 09:01:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/alula-welcomes-first-international-flight/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/alula-welcomes-first-international-flight/ AlUla Airport has received its first-ever direct international flight, operated by low-cost Saudi airline, flynas. The three-weekly Dubai-AlUla route is timed to coincide with the winter event season. Mon, 22 Nov 2021 09:06:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/flynas-takes-off-for-alula-in-saudi-arabia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/flynas-takes-off-for-alula-in-saudi-arabia/ flynas has announced its latest network expansion, featuring the first ever direct international flights into AlUla International Airport. New flights will take off from Dubai and Kuwait. Thu, 11 Nov 2021 09:54:06 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/jerry-inzerillo-chief-executive-diriyah-gate-development-authority1/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/jerry-inzerillo-chief-executive-diriyah-gate-development-authority1/ Breaking Travel News speaks to Jerry Inzerillo, chief executive of the Diriyah Gate Development Authority, about the project and what it offers to the Saudi Arabia hospitality market. Wed, 03 Nov 2021 14:14:43 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/fawaz-farooqui-chief-executive-cruise-saudi/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/fawaz-farooqui-chief-executive-cruise-saudi/ Fawaz Farooqui, chief executive of Cruise Saudi, tells Breaking Travel News how important the sector will be as the destination continues to develop its hospitality sector. Wed, 03 Nov 2021 06:26:01 +0000