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Saudia named ‘Most Trusted Organisation’ in the Kingdom
Saudia has achieved first place in the Ipsos Saudi Arabia Reputation Monitor 2023 Survey.
ALULA’S STATUS AS PREMIER HOME FOR HERITAGE SPORT IN SAUDI ARABIA BOOSTED
KSA-based and international falconers will compete for record total prize pot of SAR 60m ($16m) at AlUla’s Mughayra Heritage Sports Village from December 28th to January 5th
AROYA Cruises Unveils its First Cruise Ship
AROYA Cruises, the new Arabian cruise line operated by Cruise Saudi, a Public Investment Fund Owned company responsible for the development of Saudi’s cruise industry, has unveiled the first cruise ship in its fleet.
flynas Takes Delivery of 3 Airbus A320neo Aircraft
flynas, the national air carrier and the leading low-cost airline in the Middle East and the world, announced taking delivery of three Airbus A320neo aircraft last November, further upscaling its fleet to 63 aircraft,
REGION’S CUTTING-EDGE JET PROPULSION CENTER LAUNCHES
His Excellency Engr. Saleh Al-Jasser, the Minister of Transport and Logistic Services and Chairman of Saudi Arabian Airlines Corporation, inaugurated the new Jet Propulsion Center (JPC), in Saudia Technic’s Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) Village.
The Future Hospitality Summit Returns to Saudi Arabia
Bringing together the Kingdom’s leading industry experts, the 2024 edition of the event is set to take place from 29 April to 1 May at the Al Faisaliah Hotel in Riyadh
NEOM announces Siranna, its exclusive tourism escape
The Board of Directors of NEOM has unveiled Siranna, an exclusive tourism escape, and the latest destination to be announced by the sustainable regional development evolving in northwest Saudi Arabia.
SAUDI UNLOCKS OPPORTUNITIES FOR PARTNERS IN USA AT PHOCUSWRIGHT CONFERENCE
For the first time, a Saudi delegation attended the Phocuswright Conference – one of the industry’s leading travel and technology forums in Florida, to showcase Saudi’s tourism offering and the scale of opportunities for US partners.
The first CARICOM summit kicks off in Riyadh
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.
NEOM announces Epicon - its luxury coastal tourism destination on the Gulf of Aqaba
The Board of Directors of NEOM, the sustainable regional development taking shape in northwest Saudi Arabia, have announced Epicon, its latest luxury coastal tourism destination, including a residential offering.
IHG Announces Signing of Holiday Inn & Suites and Staybridge Suites in Taif, Saudi Arabia
IHG Hotels & Resorts, a global hotel company, has signed an agreement with Al Jumaiah Group to introduce Holiday Inn & Suites Taif and Staybridge Suites Taif in Taif, Saudi Arabia. These two properties are set to open in Q4 2025 and will mark the debut of the Holiday Inn & Suites and Staybridge Suites brands in the city.
The St. Regis Riyadh Unveils Its Grand Opening
The St. Regis Hotels & Resorts, a prestigious brand within Marriott Bonvoy’s extensive portfolio, has officially opened The St. Regis Riyadh, marking Marriott International’s 500th luxury property across the globe. This opulent addition brings the St. Regis brand’s renowned traditions and signature attributes to Saudi Arabia’s capital city, offering guests a modern perspective on luxury, bespoke service, sophisticated dining, and avant-garde design.