Tourism & Aviation

Türkiye’s 2025 archaeological season unveiled extraordinary discoveries from Neolithic idols to Ottoman shipwrecks, reshaping our understanding of ancient civilizations across Anatolia.

Mohamed Mosaed · 24 Jan 2026

World of Coffee Dubai 2026 concludes its fifth edition with record 20,000 visits and announces championship winners. Fifty percent of exhibition space for 2027 is already booked, with Brazil and other countries expanding their pavilion spaces.

Nour Elotaiby · 21 Jan 2026

Domestic travel in Saudi Arabia surges 64% this winter, with Riyadh leading destinations at 59.44% growth. Scenic mountain cities Taif and Tabuk also see significant increases, reflecting strong demand for domestic tourism experiences.

Mohamed Mosaed · 21 Jan 2026

Saudi Arabian Airlines and the Saudi Tourism Authority have unveiled the Spirit of Saudi Arabia, a specially branded Boeing 787-9 aircraft designed to promote the Kingdom as a world tourism destination. The aircraft will operate on international routes to over 100 destinations across four continents.

Shima Zamil · 21 Jan 2026

Riyadh Season attracts 14 million visitors, confirming its status as a leading global entertainment destination. The season’s diverse events and experiences contribute to Saudi Arabia’s growing entertainment sector.

Nour Elotaiby · 20 Jan 2026

Saudi Airlines and the Saudi Tourism Authority’s partnership resulted in 27 million tourists in 2025. The “Spirit of Saudi Arabia” campaign aims to boost tourism and support Vision 2030.

Mohamed Ghamdi · 20 Jan 2026

Bridgestone Corporation launches a co-creation initiative with Ethiopian Airlines and Ethiopian Airports to reduce Foreign Object Debris (FOD) at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. The partnership has significantly decreased aircraft tire issues and improved operational efficiency through data-driven FOD management strategies.

Mohamed Ghamdi · 20 Jan 2026

Hilton announces partnership with Saleh Abdulaziz Al Rajhi & Partners to open Hilton Garden Inn Riyadh Olaya and Hampton by Hilton Riyadh Olaya. The two midscale hotels will strengthen Hilton’s presence in Saudi Arabia’s capital, supporting Vision 2030 goals.

Mohamed Ghamdi · 19 Jan 2026

Six Flags Saudi Arabia opens at Qiddiya City with five world-record breaking attractions, marking the first Six Flags park built outside North America and a major milestone for Vision 2030 entertainment goals.

Mohamed Ghamdi · 15 Jan 2026

Tuwaiq Sculpture 2026 returns to Riyadh’s Tahlia Street from January 12 to February 22, featuring 25 international artists creating public artworks through live sculpting under the theme ‘Traces of What Will Be.’

Shima Zamil · 15 Jan 2026

flynas establishes fifth operational hub at Abha International Airport starting March 29, offering 11 international and domestic routes in partnership with Cluster2 and Aseer Development Authority, becoming first Saudi airline with five operational bases.

Shima Zamil · 14 Jan 2026

Alike launches customisable digital tourist passes for Dubai, London, Paris, and Singapore, allowing travellers to build their own itineraries with up to 50% savings compared to traditional fixed bundles.

Mohamed Ghamdi · 13 Jan 2026

Bridgestone Aircraft Tire Europe achieves EcoVadis Gold sustainability rating, placing the company among the top 5% of 130,000 companies globally evaluated across 220 industry sectors, marking significant progress from bronze rating in 2023.

Mohamed Mosaed · 13 Jan 2026

Jeddah Gold Exhibition opens January 8, 2024, at Superdome featuring 130+ exhibitors, Saudi factories, interactive experiences, and cultural workshops, supporting Vision 2030 economic diversification goals.

Shima Zamil · 10 Jan 2026

Nissan Saudi Arabia is set to launch its Winter in Hail driving experience from December 28-30, 2025, highlighting the Hail region’s natural and cultural diversity while demonstrating Nissan vehicle capabilities across various driving conditions during the Kingdom’s winter season. Winter in Hail Experience Details The curated exploration journey will unfold across prominent locations in the […]

Mohamed Mosaed · 28 Dec 2025

The Global 8000 business jet officially enters service with a top speed of Mach 0.95. This ultra-long-range aircraft supports Saudi Vision 2030’s goal of connecting three continents through advanced aviation technology.

Mohamed Ghamdi · 25 Dec 2025

Saudi bank recognized for Shariah-compliant travel credit cards with airline miles and hotel points across global programs.

Mohamed Ghamdi · 22 Dec 2025

New reports show loneliness peaks during holidays despite festivities. Mental health experts explain the paradox and share coping strategies.

Mohamed Mosaed · 22 Dec 2025

Tourism Development Fund awards five projects from Grow Tourism Hackathon. 300 participants competed across Saudi regions. Learn more.

Mohamed Mosaed · 18 Dec 2025

New co-branded card offers high-value travel benefits and zero foreign exchange fees for Saudi customers

Mohamed Mosaed · 17 Dec 2025

Riyadh Air and Huawei sign MoU to build digital travel ecosystem focused on Chinese market. Partnership leverages cloud, AI for 100 destinations by 2030.

Mohamed Ghamdi · 16 Dec 2025

Sustainable aviation fuel production reaches 1.9 million tonnes in 2025, but growth slows amid policy challenges and rising costs.

Nour Elotaiby · 10 Dec 2025