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“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 […]
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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 […]
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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, […]
Riyadh hosts the third edition of the “Saudi Tourism Forum”
Under the slogan “To Discover” Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia: The capital of the Kingdom, Riyadh, is all set to host the third edition of the Saudi Tourism Forum, which will take place from January 7 to 9, 2025, at the Riyadh Front, in partnership with the Ministry of Tourism, the Saudi Tourism Authority, and the […]
Wego Unveils Saudi Travel Trends for Winter 2024: Surge in International Travel and Popular Destinations
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 this winter. The data illustrates a significant increase in travel activity among Saudi travelers, reflecting a robust appetite for both regional and international […]
stc Group Uses Artificial Intelligence Solutions during Riyadh Season, Breaking 5G Usage Records
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 29 December 2024: stc Group, the kingdom’s leading digital enabler, recorded a 61% 5G network usage rate during Riyadh Season in 2024, marking one of the highest utilization rates in history. Using artificial intelligence and advanced infrastructure, stc Group’s 5G networks have provided record-breaking connectivity during Saudi Arabia’s largest entertainment festival. stc Group […]
Transforming GCC Airport Retail: Abra’s Role in a Thriving Sector
• UAE airport retail sales expected to reach $161.6 billion by 2028• KSA airport retail sales expected to reach $139.1 billion by 2028• GCC airport market projected to grow at 9.5% CAGR during 2024 to 2032 Dubai, UAE – 19th December 2024: Abra, a leader in luxury retail fit-outs in the UAE and the MENA […]
Riyadh’s Airport Revolution: A New Mega Hub for Middle East
Saudi Arabia is poised to challenge Dubai’s dominance in aviation with massive expansions at Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport. Explore how Riyadh aims to become the next mega hub of the Middle East.
Step into Hong Kong: Experience the “Immersive Hong Kong” Exhibition in Dubai
The “Immersive Hong Kong” exhibition opened today (December 20) in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates, making its fifth stop after successful runs in Jakarta, Indonesia; Bangkok, Thailand; Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia; and Guangzhou, China, staged by the Information Services Department (ISD) of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government. Organized in collaboration with the Hong Kong […]
Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts Set to Make Bahrain Debut
Slated to open in 2028, Waldorf Astoria Bahrain Bay will offer a prime location, luxurious accommodation and anticipatory service next to The Avenues – Bahrain Dubai, UAE – 17 December 2024 – Hilton (NYSE: HLT) and Al Sorouh Hospitality Development Real Estate today announced the signing of Waldorf Astoria Bahrain Bay in the heart of Manama, marking the brand’s […]
JLL secures program management contract on AlUla
JLL will provide project management, cost management, and strategic consulting services to support the ongoing delivery of the landmark development. Riyadh, Saudi Arabia: December 16, 2024 – JLL has been awarded program management consultancy services with AlUla Development Company, a PIF company. The agreement will see JLL provide project management, cost management, and strategic consulting services to oversee AlUla’s transformation into […]
TDF Continues Nationwide Tour, Paving the Way for New Tourism Investments in Al-Ahsa
Al Ahsa, October 2, 2024: The Tourism Development Fund (TDF), the national enabler of Saudi Arabia’s tourism sector, announced today in a press release that it has successfully concluded its latest stop to Al-Ahsa in its ongoing tour of the Kingdom. The visit, aimed at supporting private sector stakeholders and entrepreneurs, has paved the way for […]