Tourism & Aviation
Tourism and aviation news — covering travel technology, airline updates, Saudi tourism developments, and hospitality innovations in the Kingdom and the region.
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Endurance Cup puts the eyes of the equestrian world on AlUla
AlUla, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia – March 3, 2023: AlUla’s equestrian credentials are in the spotlight with 200 of the world’s best riders taking part in the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Endurance Cup 2023, the 120km event hosted by the Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) in partnership with the Saudi Arabian Equestrian Federation (SAEF) […]
Four Seasons and Red Sea Global to Introduce New Resort in Saudi Arabia’s Luxury Lifestyle Destination
New resort will be located within The Red Sea destination, stretching across 200 kilometres of stunning coastline along the Kingdom’s western coast Toronto, Canada – March 1, 2023 – Leading luxury hospitality company Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts and Red Sea Global (RSG), a closed joint stock company wholly owned by the Public Investment Fund (PIF) of Saudi […]
Equinox Hotels to open in Saudi Arabia in partnership with KAFD
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 27 February 2023: The King Abdullah Financial District Development and Management Company (KAFD DMC) has signed an agreement to open an Equinox Hotel in Saudi Arabia’s prime financial district. Alongside Gautam Sashittal, KAFD DMC Chief Executive Officer, Equinox Hotels was represented by CEO, Christopher Norton in a signing ceremony held at KAFD. Equinox Hotels embodies a […]
AlUla Moments and Alicia Keys host the second edition of Women to Women
• Bringing together a diverse group of inspirational women to champion collective growth Image: Women to Women at the Wadi Ashar Oasis, AlUla AlUla, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia – February 27, 2023 Global musician, producer, songwriter and multi-Grammy-award winner Alicia Keys hosted the second edition of Women to Women, an afternoon of honest conversation and collaboration on 25 […]
Red Sea Global Launches New Water Sports and Diving Brands to Deliver Above and Below Water Experiences at The Red Sea and Amaala
– WAMA and Galaxea will lead exclusive water sports and diving activities for guests at The Red Sea and Amaala – A series of conservation-based experiences will be available for adults and children to discover one of the world’s least explored coral reefs Red Sea Global (RSG), the multi-project developer behind the world’s most ambitious […]
Collinson Sets the Pace for the New Era of Connected Travel Experiences
Priority Pass and LoungeKey continue to invest in the development of an intelligent and integrated travel ecosystem in the Middle East and beyond Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 23 February: Collinson’s Priority Pass, the world’s leading traveller experiences programme, has entered its fourth decade of operation and is gearing up for the new age of connected travel. […]
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FedEx delivers critical aid, commits more than US$1 million amid earthquake crisis impacting Turkey and Syria
Mobilizes six humanitarian relief flights, five of which transited through the Dubai World Central Airport where FedEx Express new regional Hub is being built Dubai, UAE, February 22, 2023— FedEx Express (FedEx), a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) and the world’s largest express transportation company, is using its network to bring international humanitarian relief to […]
Skyscanner shares travel insights during UAE Half-Term
Travel searches within the GCC – top 3: International travel searches – top 10 Flight bookings made more than 30 days before departure in February 2023 are up 7% compared to 2022, whilst flight bookings made less than 30 days before departure are down 6% from the previous year.
HRH the Governor of Eastern Province inaugurates the 5-star Dana Rayhaan by Rotana in Dammam
Dammam: HRH Prince Saud bin Nayef bin Abdulaziz, Governor of the Eastern Province, inaugurated lately, the newest hotel by Rotana, one of the leading hotel management companies in the region, the 5-star “Dana Rayhaan by Rotana” hotel. His Highness emphasized that the Eastern region has plenty of touristic sites and is undergoing an exponential growth […]
Darb Al-Watan Company, one of Hafil’s transportation companies, signs the Northern concession contract for intercity bus transportation services with the Public Transport Authority.
Riyadh, February 15, 2023: The Northern concession contract for intercity bus transport services was signed between the General Transportation Authority and “Darb Al-Watan” company for transport services wholly owned by Hafil Transport Company. The signing ceremony was attended by His Excellency the Minister of Transport, Eng. Saleh bin Nasser Al-Jasser, and His Excellency Acting Chairman […]
AlUla Trail Race brings together sport, heritage, and nature for more than 1,000 athletes in the most stunning of settings
• Event spread across six categories – 100km ultramarathon, 50km marathon, 20km half marathon, 10km fun run, and 1.4km kids’ race – on February 23 & 24 ALULA, KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA, 14th FEBRUARY 2023: AlUla Trail Race, an invigorating pursuit through beautiful landscapes that pass by the most famous landmarks of stunning AlUla, returns this year […]
Legendary Alicia Keys to host women’s empowerment town hall and to perform at Maraya in AlUla
• On the Night of February 24th the Stars of AlUla Await the Keys of Alicia AlUla, Saudi Arabia – February 13th, 2023: The awe-inspiring Maraya in AlUla will host global musician, singer, songwriter and multi-Grammy-award winner Alicia Keys on Friday, February 24th, 2023. This is the second time that Keys will perform in the Kingdom at […]
EVOPS Hotel Consultancy Wins Interior Design Project for Grand Chortoq Resort and Sanatorium Managed by ATECA Hotels in Uzbekistan
Following the successful completion of the interior design of Chortoq Boutique Hotel, Dubai-based EVOPS Hotel Consultancy DMCC has won the interior design contract for the prestigious Grand Chortoq Resort and Sanatorium managed by ATECA Hotels in Uzbekistan. Enjoying an extraordinary location in Chartak area of Namangan region in Fergana Valley, the sprawling Grand Chortoq Resort is spread over 60 hectares of land […]
Jeddah Historic Waterfront Development Project Kicks Off
The project will revitalize the historic Al Bant Port –Minister of Culture. Jeddah, Sunday, 12 February 2023 – Jeddah Historical District Program (JHD) of The Ministry of Culture has launched its Jeddah Historic district’s Waterfront Project today. The project is part of the larger Jeddah Historical Rejuvenation Project, launched in September 2021 by His Royal Highness […]
ATM launches ‘Exhibitor Environmental Checklist’ and ‘Most Sustainable Stand’ award
The organisers behind Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2023 have implemented an ‘Exhibitor Environmental Checklist’ and introduced a brand-new ‘Most Sustainable Stand’ award as part of their commitment to ensuring the upcoming show is the most climate-conscious in its history. The 30th edition of ATM will take place at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) from 1-4 May. Developed by […]
HISTORIC SAUDI AIRLINES AIRCRAFT LANDS AT JEDDAH AIRPORT
IN SYMBOLIC GESTURE OF NATIONAL UNITY AHEAD OF WORLD-FIRST ISLAMIC ARTS BIENNALEJeddah, Saudi Arabia, 22nd January 2023: In an extraordinary show of collaboration and unity, national airline Saudia, a principal partner of the Diriyah Biennale Foundation’s Islamic Arts Biennale, landed a historic Boeing 777-300ER aircraft featuring retro livery design, at the King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah today, parked in direct proximity to the Biennale site, to celebrate […]
Business aviation movements in Dubai South maintain its position as the busiest in the region
December 2022 recorded a 36% growth in movement compared to the same period last year, the highest in a single month in 2022 Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 30 January 2023: The Mohammed bin Rashid Aerospace Hub (MBRAH) at Dubai South announced that private jet movements continued to grow in 2022, recording a 3% increase compared to 2021, […]
Rosewood Jeddah celebrates International Day of Education
Speaking on the occasion Development Manager said to human cadres: We strongly emphasize offering luxury hospitality here in Rosewood, Jeddah, because we are convinced that genuine hospitality stems from sustaining solid and lasting relationships with all colleagues, guests, partners, and the community. To achieve Rosewood’s objectives, we’ve provided a Set of appropriate training programs to […]
Under the patronage of His Excellency the Minister of Hajj and Umrah, “Al Bait Guests” launches and inaugurates its identity at Hajj Expo 2023
Jeddah 11th January 2023 -Under the patronage of His Excellency the Minister of Hajj and Umrah, Dr. Tawfiq Al-Rabiah, Al-Bait Guests Company for the Hajj Services was inaugurated during its participation in the second edition of the Hajj and Umrah Services Conference and Exhibition held during the period 9-12 January. The company is an affiliate of The […]
Under patronage of Governor of Makkah Region
Minister of Hajj and Umrah: Kingdom has harnessed all technologies and innovative advancements to serve pilgrims and Umrah performersKingdom of Saudi Arabia – 10 January 2023 – His Royal Highness Prince Khaled Al-Faisal, Advisor to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques and Governor of Makkah Region has, together with His Royal Highness Prince Dr. Faisal Salman Abdulaziz Al-Saud, Governor of Madinah Region, inaugurated the Hajj and Umrah Services Conference and Exhibition “Expo […]
Enjoy some unique New Year celebrations with a weekend at AlUla
From high-end luxury gown shopping to rock climbing in the canyons, night-time chariot rides and blindfold taste testing, there is no better way to usher in the New Year Image: Tantora Celebrations 2022, AlUla Old Town AlUla, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, December 30, 2022: With 2023 just around the corner, AlUla’s Winter at Tantora schedule has […]
IATA Statement on Imposition of Travel Restrictions for Travelers from China
04 January 2023 (Geneva) – “Several countries are introducing COVID-19 testing and other measures for travellers from China, even though the virus is already circulating widely within their borders. It is extremely disappointing to see this knee-jerk reinstatement of measures that have proven ineffective over the last three years. Research undertaken around the arrival of the […]