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Custodian of Two Holy Mosques Endurance Cup 2023 proves AlUla’s credentials as world-class equestrian destination
Plans for a new cutting-edge permanent equestrian location confirmed post event Activities build on area’s rich heritage, improving infrastructure and developing local capabilities AlUla, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia – March 20, 2023: The successful staging of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Endurance Cup, the fourth edition of Saudi Arabia’s flagship endurance race, is […]
Radisson Hotel Group solidifies its presence in Saudi Arabia with the opening of Radisson Blu Hotel, Riyadh Convention & Exhibition Center
Radisson Hotel Group is proud to announce the opening of its eighth hotel in Riyadh, Radisson Blu Hotel, Riyadh Convention & Exhibition Center. This new addition forms an integral part of the Riyadh International Conference and Exhibition Center. Situated in the capital city of Saudi Arabia and within walking distance of the city center and […]
New Saudi Arabian Carrier Riyadh Air to Launch with All-Boeing Fleet of up to 72 787-9 Dreamliners
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, March 14, 2023: Boeing [NYSE: BA] and Riyadh Air announced today that the new Saudi Arabian carrier has chosen the 787 Dreamliner to power its global launch and support its goal of operating one of the most efficient and sustainable fleets in the world. Owned by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF), Riyadh […]
SAUDIA to Grow Long-Haul Fleet with up to 49 Boeing 787 Dreamliners
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, March 14, 2023 — Boeing [NYSE: BA] and Saudi Arabian Airlines (SAUDIA) today announced the national flag-carrier will grow its long-haul fleet with the selection of up to 49 787 Dreamliners. SAUDIA is set to purchase 39 787s, with a further 10 options, utilizing the outstanding efficiency, range and flexibility of the Dreamliner to […]
RIYADH AIR ANNOUNCES FIRST FLEET ORDER OF 72 BOEING 787-9 DREAMLINERS
NEW PIF-OWNED AIRLINE AIMS TO TRANSFORM SAUDI ARABIA INTO GLOBAL AVIATION HUB Riyadh, (14 March 2023): Riyadh Air, the new world-class airline launched by the Public Investment Fund (“PIF”), today announced an order of up to 72 Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner airplanes in a multi-billion dollar deal. This unprecedented order for a new carrier – 39 confirmed aircraft with an […]
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Chef Rudolf Segers appointed as Executive Chef at Rosewood Jeddah
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia February 2023 Saudi Arabia – Rosewood Jeddah appoints Chef Rudolf Segers as Executive Chef Rosewood Hotel Jeddah has announced the appointment of Rudolf Segers as their new Executive Chef, as part of the hotel’s Ambitious plans to reinvent the Culinary and Food & Beverage Guest experiences. With more than 25 years in […]
Details of the revamped AlUla Camel Racing Field, fashion guidelines, and dining and retail offerings unveiled ahead of the March 14-17 pinnacle event
Countdown on for the inaugural AlUla Camel Cup: ALULA, 13 March 2023: The countdown is on for the inaugural AlUla Camel Cup, the pinnacle of camel racing, as details of the revamped AlUla Camel Racing Field are unveiled along with the fashion guide, retail offering and dining outlets. Held under the patronage of His Royal Highness the […]
HRH Crown Prince Announces “Riyadh Air” New National Carrier to Further Expand Saudi Aviation Ecosystem Locally and Globally
Riyadh, KSA – 12 March 2023 His Royal Highness Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, Prime Minister and Chairman of the Public Investment Fund (“PIF”) announced today the establishment of “Riyadh Air,” a wholly owned PIF company. The new national carrier will leverage Saudi Arabia’s strategic geographic location between the three continents of Asia, […]
The Business Year launched its special report ‘The New Era’ for Saudi Arabia’s revolutionary sectors of Sports, Culture, Tourism, and Entertainment
Bringing Together High-Profile Dignitaries from the public and private Sectors: Leading global media group, The Business Year organized a grand ceremony on March 6, 2023, at Mrsool Park, in Riyadh. The event highlighted the revolutionary sectors of Sports, Culture, Tourism and Entertainment and the milestones the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has achieved in its journey […]
flynas Adds 10 New Destinations & Routes During Summer 2023 Starting from June
Includes Maldives, Armenian, Antalya, and Tivat in Montenegro Riyadh, March 6, 2023: flynas, the Saudi air carrier, and leading low-cost airline in the Middle East, has announced adding 10 new destinations and routes in Asia and Europe during the 2023 summer season as of next June, boosting its ever-growing flight network. Four new destinations will […]
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Bloomberg hosts forum on ‘Transformation in Saudi Arabia: infrastructure and Transport’
Riyadh, KSA; 5 March 2023: Bloomberg hosted a successful discussion on the future of Saudi Arabia’s $500 billion five-year infrastructure pipeline and its impact on the banking sector. The forum brought together a diverse group of industry experts and provided a comprehensive overview of the challenges and opportunities presented by the Kingdom’s transformative reforms and the […]
Uber Reveals Boulevard Riyadh City as the most popular Riyadh Season destination among riders in the Kingdom
Riyadh, March 05, 2023 Uber, has announced the latest rider trends that reveal the top five destinations visited by riders in the Kingdom during Riyadh Season. Trips completed via the ride-hailing app show Boulevard Riyadh City as the Kingdom’s go-to destination during the annual entertainment festival. According to Uber, between October 21, 2022 and March 02, 2023, […]
Bahrain’s Al Hashemi crowned Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Endurance Cup champion in AlUla
AlUla, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia – March 4, 2023: Mohamed Abdulhameed Al Hashemi from Bahrain held off a strong Spanish challenge to claim overall victory in the 2023 edition of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Endurance Cup, the flagship endurance equestrian event which took place at Saudi Arabia’s ancient city of AlUla, home to the […]
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. […]
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 […]