Saudi Arabia News
World’s Sky During Hajj
Six Saudi international airports, four of which are among world’s top 100 airports, are on high alert. These airports will receive 1.7 million pilgrims during Hajj season, via 7,700 flights
New NEOM Head of Tourism revealed
Niall Gibbons concludes 13 years as CEO of Tourism Ireland to become the new NEOM Head of Tourism
Royal Commission for AlUla announces contractor
The Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) has begun construction of its Sharaan Resort and International Summit Centre designed by French architect Jean Nouvel.
Address Jabal Omar Makkah opens for business, adding 1,484 keys to the area
Address Jabal Omar Makkah is Emaar Hospitality Group’s Saudi Arabia debut
Startup Riyadh Air plans trio of new plane orders -CEO
Saudi Arabia’s new airline Riyadh Air is in the midst of a three-part inaugural fleet acquisition including ongoing talks with Airbus (AIR.PA) and Boeing (BA.N) to buy a significant number of narrow-body jets, Chief Executive Tony Douglas said.
New national airline announced by Saudi Crown Prince unveils stunning design
Riyadh Air livery is displayed on Boeing 787-9 and the carrier has secured ‘RX’ airline designator code from IATA
Aviation leaders set to pave way for sustainable travel at IATA’s annual meet
Global aviation leaders are set to pave the way for a more sustainable future in the International Air Transport Association’s 79th annual general meeting that began in Istanbul, Turkiye, on June 4.
PIF’s Cruise Saudi wants to hire 50,000 people
State-owned company Cruise Saudi has announced accelerated growth plans, helping create 50,000 jobs within the next 12 years. The Public Investment Fund (PIF) launched Cruise Saudi just two years ago, already becoming a major contributor to the Kingdom’s tourism transformation plans
Sheybarah Island resort will be one of the most luxurious hotels in the Middle East
The Sheybarah Island resort opens next year, ready to redefine luxury
Saudia Airlines signs deal with Accenture to introduce AI technology
Saudi Arabia’s national carrier will introduce 260 new digital products within two years
Saudi Arabia’s AlUla reveals new eco-resort AZULIK
AZULIK AlUla Resort is part of the Journey Through Time masterplan
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.