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WTTC and Saudi Arabia extend partnership through MoU
In a significant milestone, the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) and the Ministry of Tourism of Saudi Arabia have announced the extension of their partnership through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).
Kaunas Modernism listed as UNESCO World Heritage Site
The inclusion of Kaunas modernist architecture (Modern Kaunas: The Architecture of Optimism, 1919–1939) on the World Heritage List, approved by the members of the World Heritage Committee, was announced at the 45th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee in Riyadh (Saudi Arabia).
The Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) to highlight successes in revitalising arid environments
The Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) will showcase its extensive environmental regeneration projects at the upcoming Society for Ecological Restoration's 10th World Conference (SER2023) in Darwin, Australia.
First AlUla World Archaeology Summit wraps up
Delegates at the final day of the first AlUla World Archaeology Summit participated in a series of lively discussions on the future of archaeology and its ability to enact meaningful change for society.
SAUDIA takes 3rd position among top 10 Global Airlines in on-time performance
Saudi Arabian Airlines (SAUDIA) has taken third position among the top 10 international airlines in terms of on-time performance in July 2023, according to Cirium’s monthly On-time Performance Report.
VFS Global brings Passport and Attestation services closer to home for Indian citizens in KSA
VFS Global to organise scattered tours to collect passport renewal applications & Documents Attestations for Indian communities residing in the remote locations of the central, eastern and western regions of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
First AlUla World Archaeology Summit gathers over 300 delegates from 39 countries
Delegates at the opening day of the inaugural AlUla World Archaeology Summit heard that archaeology has immense power to shape cultural identity and shared human experience – while archaeologists must also seek greater interconnection and avoid cultural bias.
SITA and Aruba demonstrate how physical passports can be held as a digital identity on your mobile device
SITA and the Government of Aruba showcased the successful implementation of verifiable digital credential technology, eliminating the need for passengers to show their physical passport when arriving on the island.
AlUla Development Company signs agreement with Marriott International to bring Autograph Collection Hotels to AlUla in Saudi Arabia
AlUla Development Company (UDC), fully owned by the Public Investment Fund (PIF), has signed recently an agreement with Marriott International to open an Autograph Collection property in Saudi Arabia
Noor Riyadh 2023 to be held from 30 Nov to 16 Dec in Saudi Arabia
Noor Riyadh, the Largest Light Art Festival in the World, will return for its third edition in Riyadh, with the festival running from November 30 to December 16, 2023, and the exhibition from November 30, 2023 to March 2, 2024.
Top Japanese architect to showcase landmark projects at Cityscape Global in Riyadh
Leading Japanese architectural, engineering, and urban design firm Nikken Sekkei, is showcasing some of its innovative projects at Cityscape Global, which takes place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia from 10-13 September 2023.
Complex cultural heritage of north-west Arabia, especially AlUla revealed
Recent discoveries by leading international archaeologists and researchers have helped to shed new light on the complex cultural heritage landscape of ancient AlUla and the wider north-west Arabia region.
Royal Commission for Alula announces new strategic partnership with developer Red Sea Global
The Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) has entered into a new, far-reaching and long-term strategic partnership with Red Sea Global (RSG) to develop and expand Saudi Arabia’s rapidly growing tourism landscape
AlUla World Archaeology Summit announces roster of speakers
The AlUla World Archaeology Summit has announced an outstanding roster of Saudi and international speakers and delegates for its inaugural edition, taking place in AlUla from 13-15 September.
AlUla Moments unveils third edition of AlUla Wellness Festival 2023
AlUla Moments announced the return of the much-anticipated AlUla Wellness Festival 2023, taking place from October 19th to November 04th.
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