While the region’s road to recovery thus far has been longer than originally expected, recent statistics suggest there is a brighter future ahead.
Six Senses Southern Dunes to mark landmark opening
Six Senses Southern Dunes, The Red Sea will take guests on a journey into seldom-experienced nature, wildlife and culture, setting new standards in sustainability and desert hospitality as Saudi Arabia drops its pin on the global tourism map.
UNWTO and NEOM launch ‘Tourism Experiences of The Future’ challenge
UNWTO and NEOM have partnered for a new initiative focused on the future of tourism in Saudi Arabia.
Middle East members meet as UNWTO opens new office
Members of the UNWTO Regional Commission for the Middle East have agreed to work on the creation of harmonized protocols to support the resumption of regional travel in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic.
Preliminary Jeddah hotel data for March
Jeddah’s hotel industry reported one of its highest monthly occupancy levels of the pandemic period.
Marriott to bring three hotels to Saudi Arabia
Anticipated new hotels include the debut of Renaissance Hotels in the Kingdom, the world’s largest Aloft Hotel, and a Courtyard by Marriott in Makkah.
Mandarin Oriental announces management contract in Riyadh
The hotel will undergo extensive renovations after which it will be rebranded Mandarin Oriental Al Faisaliah, Riyadh.
Youth’s support for Saudi Arabia’s emerging hospitality sector
Nine in 10 young Saudis look towards tourism and hospitality careers as the country’s economy diversifies.
Minister of Tourism of Saudi Arabia discusses sector response and recovery
Minister of Tourism of Saudi Arabia discusses travel and tourism sector response and recovery to COVID-19 with global private sector industry leaders.
Radisson Hotel Group expands further in Riyadh
Radisson Hotel Group announced the signing of Radisson Riyadh Airport in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
