Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia to showcase record tourism growth at ATM 2025
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.
Saudi halts short term visas for Hajj for 14 countries
With the Hajj pilgrimage around the corner, Saudi Arabia has temporarily suspended the issuance of certain visas to citizens of 14 countries
Saudi Arabia posts $13.28bln travel surplus in 2024 as visitor spending hits $41bln
Saudi Arabia recorded its highest-ever annual travel surplus in 2024, reaching SR49.8 billion in the balance of payments, according to data from the Saudi Central Bank.
Saudia launches its seasonal flights from Jeddah to Vienna
Saudia, the national flag carrier of Saudi Arabia, has inaugurated its seasonal flight to Vienna, the capital of Austria, departing from Jeddah.
Saudi Arabia continues to strengthen medical response capabilities for the Umrah Season
Saudi Arabia recently unveiled plans to strengthen its care capacity with the launch of two dedicated air ambulance helipads within the Holy Mosque in Makkah
Saudi: GACA imposes $1.01mln in aviation fines in Q1 2025
The report detailed 147 violations issued against airlines and individual travellers who failed to comply with aviation laws, executive regulations, and directives set by the authority.
Saudi Arabian fund to invest $100 million in Malaysia’s AirAsia
Saudi Arabia's sovereign wealth fund is set to invest USD 100 million in Malaysia's Capital A-owned budget airline AirAsia. As informed by a news report in Bloomberg News.
Macao promotes family tourism with Saudi Arabia
A group photo from the Riyadh Roadshow, featuring the Macao Government Tourism Office delegation to Saudi Arabia, led by Cheng Wai Tong, Deputy Director of the Macao Government Tourism Office.
Saudi Arabia expands tourism push with ‘Ramadan Lights’ campaign
The initiative, introduced by Saudi’s national tourism brand, ‘Saudi, Welcome to Arabia,’ is part of its ongoing global promotion under ‘This Land is Calling’ and highlights the country’s Ramadan experience across key destinations
Saudi Arabia sees a 131% surge in travel bookings as Ramadan approaches: Wego
As the holy month of Ramadan approaches, Wego unveils insights into the travel habits of Saudi travellers during this spiritually significant season.
Saudi air travel soars: 128 million passengers recorded in 2024
International travel witnessed the highest growth, with 69 million passengers on global routes compared to 59 million domestic travelers
18,000 projects planned in Saudi Arabia under Vision 2030
Nearly 18,000 projects are expected to be carried out in Saudi Arabia in the next years within its landmark economic transformation scheme known as Vision 2030, according to the Gulf Kingdom’s contractiong sector regulator.
Meet ‘Sara’: Saudi Arabia launches AI-powered smart tour guide
Sara’s launch is expected to enhance the accessibility of Saudi Arabia’s diverse tourism offerings, ensuring that both first-time and returning visitors can navigate the Kingdom with ease
Saudi Arabia enters global art market: Sotheby’s first auction in Riyadh
With high-profile collectors, art lovers, and travelers converging for this event, it’s clear that Saudi Arabia is stepping into the global spotlight in a new way
Saudi Arabia’s first ultra-luxury train to launch by late 2025, redefining rail travel in the region
Saudi Arabia is redefining luxury rail travel with the Dream of the Desert Train, a five-star experience weaving through the Kingdom’s stunning landscapes. Aligned with Vision 2030, this project highlights the nation’s push for high-end tourism and world-class infrastructure.
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