Tourism & Aviation
Tourism and aviation news — covering travel technology, airline updates, Saudi tourism developments, and hospitality innovations in the Kingdom and the region.
PIF launches Al Waha, first Saudi-owned duty-free retailer
PIF today announced the establishment of Al Waha Duty-Free Company (Al Waha), a travel retailer and the first Saudi-owned duty-free operator. Al Waha, a wholly owned PIF company, will become a leader in travel retail and secure a greater share of passenger spending for the Saudi economy. Al Waha will develop luxury retail outlets in […]
Riyadh Air and IBM to build AI-driven enterprise, to elevate guest and employee experiences
RIYADH, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Feb 25, 2025 IBM (NYSE: IBM), — Today, IBM announced a new agreement with Riyadh Air, which will integrate watsonx, IBM’s portfolio of AI products, and IBM Consulting AI solutions to establish an enterprise-wide AI capability to elevate Riyadh Air guest and employee experiences. As Riyadh Air prepares for its inaugural flights in […]
International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA) inducts Discover Saudi into its fold in a boost to the Kingdom’s MICE sector
As the first fully integrated destination management company in KSA to become part of ICCA, Discover Saudi will collaborate with ICCA to amplify Saudi Arabia as a destination of choice for meetings and events Riyadh, Saudi Arabia; February 20, 2025: Discover Saudi, the leading destination management company in Saudi Arabia (part of Almosafer), has been appointed the first […]
12th Arab Aviation Summit Concludes in Riyadh, Driving Regional Growth and Industry Innovation
Two-day summit was held under the theme, “Uniting Leaders, Building Tomorrow: Advancing Global Aviation” Riyadh, Saudi Arabia; February 18, 2025: The 12th edition of the Arab Aviation Summit (AAS), the region’s leading aviation and tourism industry event, concluded today in Riyadh. Under the theme “Uniting Leaders, Building Tomorrow: Advancing Global Aviation,” the summit brought together over […]
Eats & Beats 2025 Returns for a Second Edition at VIA Riyadh
An Evening of Culinary Delights and Vibrant Beats Awaits on Thursday, February 20th [Riyadh] – February 18th – Back by popular demand, Eats & Beats 2025 by Cool Inc. is set to transform VIA Riyadh into a hub of flavor and rhythm on Thursday, February 20th. Following the success of its first edition, this immersive event […]
KSIADC and Huawei Join Forces to Revolutionize Smart Aviation in KSA
Collaboration to drive innovation in AI, 5G-A, and smart airport technologies, aligning with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, February 13, 2025 – The King Salman International Airport Development Company (KSIADC) and Huawei have signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) during LEAP 2025 to drive innovation and digital transformation in the aviation sector. This […]
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Baheej Tourism Development Company Breaks Ground on Multi-Waterfront Destinations in Yanbu
Witnessed by HRH Prince Salman bin Sultan Al Saud, Governor of Al-Madinah Al-Munawwarah Province Yanbu, Jan. 27, 2025 – Witnessed by HRH Prince Salman bin Sultan Al Saud, Governor of Al-Madinah Al-Munawwarah Province, Baheej Tourism Development Company, a joint venture between ASFAR, the Saudi Tourism Investment Company, a Public Investment Fund (PIF) company, and the Tamimi-AWN […]
Ministry of Hajj & Umrah and Zain KSA Sign MoU to Scale-up Digital Experiences
Supporting the Pilgrim Experience Program targets Zain KSA, a leading provider of telecoms and digital services, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah. This partnership aims to enhance visitors’ experiences and contribute to the Pilgrim Experience Program, which serves pilgrims from more than 120 countries worldwide through the single […]
Matternet Receives Approval to Operate M2 Drone in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
The General Authority of Civil Aviation determined that the M2 Drone’s FAA Type Certification met airworthiness standards Matternet expects Type Certification to be recognized by additional countries throughout the Middle East MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Matternet, the developer of the world’s leading urban drone delivery system, today announced that the company has been approved by […]
“Travel and tourism builds diversified and resilient economies”: Saudi ArabiaMinister of Tourism, His Excellency Ahmed Al-Khateeb, tells World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos
Davos, Switzerland – January 24, 2025 – The Travel and Tourism sector’s essential contribution to shaping the global landscape was underscored at the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting in Davos this week with His Excellency Ahmed A. Al-Khateeb, Saudi Arabia Minister of Tourism, urging world leaders to provide the industry with the focus and collaborative solutions it […]
Discover Saudi partners with Jin Jiang International Travel as their
official DMC partner in Saudi Arabia The strategic partnership aims to on-ground service for Destination and MICE tourism for Chinese travellers in the Kingdom Riyadh, Saudi Arabia; January 22, 2025: Discover Saudi (part of Almosafer), has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Jin Jiang International Travel, one of China’s largest tourism consortiums, to be their official Destination Management Company (DMC) partner […]
Arab Aviation Summit 2025 to Chart Industry Transformation under Saudi Vision 2030
Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia; 16, 2025: The 12th edition of the Arab Aviation Summit (AAS), the region’s leading industry event, will take place this year on the 17th and 18th of February in Riyadh hosted by H.E. Abdulaziz bin Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Al-Duailj, President of the Saudi General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA). This year’s summit is hosted […]
Wego Insights: Here’s Where Saudi Travelers Are Flying to in Q1 2025
Wego, the number 1 travel app and the largest online travel marketplace in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), has unveiled the latest insights into the travel trends of Saudi travelers for the first quarter of 2025. The data reflects a marked rise in travel activity during a key period that coincides with Ramadan […]
The Ministry of Hajj & Umrah Partners with Almosafer to Enhance Pilgrim Travel Experience in the Kingdom
The collaboration strengthens Almosafer’s position as key flight partner and paves the way for exploring new areas of collaboration to enrich the pilgrim journey Riyadh, Saudi Arabia; January 19, 2025: The Ministry of Hajj & Umrah has signed a partnership with Almosafer, Saudi Arabia’s leading travel company (part of Seera Group), to enhance the travel experience […]
Fly Khiva Group Appoints Almosafer as Exclusive General Sales Agent in Saudi Arabia
The partnership enables both entities to work together to serve travellers from Uzbekistan and Saudi Arabia Riyadh, Saudi Arabia; January 15, 2025: Fly Khiva Group, the Uzbekistan-based private airline, has announced Almosafer, Saudi Arabia’s leading travel company (part of Seera Group), as its exclusive general sales agent (GSA) in the country. The partnership highlights the growing significance of […]
Hilton and Saudi Tourism Authority Launch International Destination Campaign to Showcase Saudi Arabia’s Diverse Travel Experiences
In a first-of-its-kind collaboration, the two entities partner to create engaging visual content that showcases the range of attractions visitors can explore in the Kingdom Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – 15 January 2024: Hilton (NYSE: HLT) and the Saudi Tourism Authority (STA) have partnered to showcase the diverse travel experiences tourists can enjoy in Saudi Arabia through […]
Almosafer Becomes the Travel Partner for Tasheer to Enhance Travel Experiences for Visitors to Saudi Arabia
The partnership enables Almosafer to offer seamless travel services to visitors to Saudi Arabia Riyadh, Saudi Arabia; January 14, 2025: Almosafer (part of Seera Group), Saudi Arabia’s leading travel company, has announced its partnership with Tasheer, the Saudi Visa and Travel Solutions Company, at the Hajj Conference and Exhibition 2025 in Jeddah. The two companies will collaborate on various initiatives to enhance the travel […]
TDF Drives Tourism Future at Saudi Tourism Forum 2025
Riyadh – January 12, 2025: The Tourism Development Fund (TDF), the national enabler of Saudi Arabia’s tourism sector, successfully concluded its role as an official partner of this year’s Saudi Tourism Forum, held January 7 to 9 in Riyadh. The high-profile event brought together key players from the global and local tourism industries, including investors, […]
Al Madinah Region Development Authority and Almosafer Enter Strategic Partnership to Enhance Tourism to the Holy City
The Partnership aims to Boost Tourism in Madinah and Offer a Comprehensive Visitor Experience Riyadh, Saudi Arabia; January 9, 2025: The Madinah Region Development Authority has announced a strategic partnership with Almosafer, the leading travel company in Saudi Arabia and a subsidiary of Seera Group, to enhance tourism in Madinah. Unveiled during the Saudi Tourism Forum […]
Saudi Domestic Tourism Thrives in 2024 – Fuelled by Rise in Family & Group Leisure Travel
Almosafer’s comprehensive trends report highlights domestic tourism trends in KSA for 2024 Riyadh, Saudi Arabia; 7 January 2025: Almosafer’s latest travel trend report reveals a robust 44% growth in domestic bookings in 2024, marking a significant contribution (over 40%) to the overall travel landscape in Saudi Arabia. The Kingdom’s rapidly growing and evolving tourism offerings continue to shape domestic travel behavior, […]
First Resumed Flight between Abha and Doha, Lands at Abha International Airport
Air Connectivity Program (ACP) welcomes Qatar Airways for the resumption of direct flights between Doha and Abha, in cooperation with Discover Aseer and the Abha International Airport. The Air Connectivity Program, alongside its partners, Discover Aseer, the Abha International Airport, the Saudi Tourism Authority, and Qatar Airways, celebrated the resumption of direct flights between Doha and Abha. […]
Canon Showcases Comprehensive Hospitality Solutions at MEA Stakeholder Conference
Dubai, UAE, January 05, 2025 – Canon Middle East recently demonstrated its extensive portfolio of print and design solutions tailored for the hospitality sector at the MEA Stakeholder Conference in Dubai. The conference, a key gathering of hospitality decision-makers in the Middle East, Africa, and Europe, provided the ideal platform for Canon to connect with owners, operators, […]