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The Theater & Performing Arts Commission in Saudi Arabia announces “Zarqa Al Yamama”
The Theatre and Performing Arts announces Zarqa Al Yamama – the first grand opera to be produced by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the world’s largest grand opera in Arabic performed by international and locally trained artists.
AlUla strides forward as the premier destination for desert polo
The Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) has signed a new strategic partnership with leading Argentine polo team, La Dolfina, that will greatly empower and expand AlUla’s developing status as the number one destination for desert polo among other heritage and equestrian sports.
Saudia secures 9th Global Position in On-Time Performance Review for 2023
Saudia, the national flag carrier of Saudi Arabia, ranked 9th among global airlines in the On-Time Performance for the year 2023, according to the annual report by the independent aviation monitoring website Cirium.
Royal Commission for AlUla’s Governor formally inaugurates Qatar Airways direct flight connecting Doha and AlUla
The Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) announced the official inauguration of direct flights between Doha and AlUla by Qatar Airways.
IHG Expands Premium Portfolio in Saudi Arabia with the signing of voco & Suites Jeddah
IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced the signing of a management agreement to open voco & Suites Jeddah, in partnership with Rusd Group.
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.
Knowland expands further in the Middle East, opens Riyadh Market
Knowland, the world’s leading provider of data-as-a-service insights on meetings and events for hospitality, announced its expansion in the Middle East with data collection in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, to accommodate the growing demand and fierce competition facing new hoteliers in the market.
Norway, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE have the highest internet adoption rates globally, with 99% of their population being online
The global internet population has grown by 189 million, or 3.7% year-over-year, reaching an impressive 5.3 billion in October. That means over 65% of the world`s population has internet access. However, the internet adoption rates still significantly vary from one country to another.
Saudi Arabia to Host Expo 2030 in Riyadh, Unveiling ‘The Era of Change’
In a landmark announcement made at the 173rd General Assembly of the Bureau International des Expositions, Saudi Arabia’s capital city Riyadh has been named as the host city for the highly anticipated Expo 2030.
Royal commission for AlUla strengthens and expands partnership of cross-cultural exchange with France’s centre Pompidou
The Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) has signed an agreement with Paris-based Centre Pompidou to formalise, strengthen, and expand collaboration and knowledge sharing ahead of the establishment of a new contemporary art museum in AlUla in 2027.
The Royal Commission for AlUla to share conservation insights at Saudi Green Initiative, COP28 conference in Dubai
The Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) is set to play an active role in the upcoming Saudi Green Initiative (SGI) and COP28 events in Dubai.
AlUla Tour to welcome world’s elite back to one of cycling’s most unique destinations
The unique desert tracks of AlUla, a region of major historical and geological significance in Saudi Arabia, await the biggest names from the world of professional cycling for the revamped AlUla Tour in early 2024.
Riyadh Air and Saudia sign a Strategic Cooperation MoU
Riyadh Air and Saudia, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s national flag carriers, inked a Strategic Cooperation Memorandum of Understanding as part of
IHG Hotels and Resorts boosts presence in Al Shafa, Taif with dual hotel signing
IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced the signing of Holiday Inn & Suites Taif and Staybridge Suites Taif, in partnership with Al Jumaiah Group.
More than 100 local and international artists will create over 120 public light pieces for Noor Riyadh 2023
For the third edition of Noor Riyadh, the largest festival of light and art in the world, renowned and up-and-coming artists from more than 35 countries are convening in the capital of Saudi Arabia, joining over 35 emerging and established Saudi talents.
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