Four Seasons expands in Mideast with new developments in Saudi Arabia
Tue, 18 Nov 2025
Four Seasons, the world’s leading luxury hospitality and branded residential company, continues its expansion in the Middle East, driven by a strong development pipeline across Saudi Arabia.
Al-Khobar set for transformation with $1.8bn tourism projects
Sun, 16 Nov 2025
Al-Khobar Governorate in Saudi Arabia has overseen the signing of several agreements and major projects valued at more than SAR 7 billion ($1.8 billion) for the development of integrated tourism destinations during the TOURISE 2025 Summit in Riyadh.
Midad, Kerzner in JV to bring iconic hospitality brands to Jeddah
Thu, 13 Nov 2025
Midad Real Estate Company has announced a landmark joint venture with Jeddah Central Development Company (JCDC), a PIF entity, and global hospitality leader Kerzner International, to introduce the first-ever Atlantis and One&Only destinations in Saudi Arabia.
Shaza Hotels signs four new projects in Saudi Arabia
Thu, 13 Nov 2025
Shaza Hotels has signed MoUs for four new projects – Shaza Riyadh Stables Resort, Mysk Residences in Riyadh and Mysk Al Haramain Hotels - 3 & 4 in Makkah – during the inaugural TOURISE 2025. They also announced a $950 million global project pipeline.
Mantis expands in Saudi Arabia with Basiqat resort signing
Thu, 13 Nov 2025
Mantis, Accor’s eco-focused brand, announced the signing of Basiqat by Mantis, a 218-key luxury resort near Riyadh, featuring suites, villas, palace suites, and desert tents. Developed with GIB Capital and TDF, the two-site complex is set to open end-2026.
WTM Spotlight in Saudi Arabia to highlight the Kingdom's expanding tourism
Wed, 12 Nov 2025
As Saudi Arabia advances its Vision 2030 agenda, the first WTM Spotlight in Saudi Arabia will convene global travel leaders in Riyadh from September 29 to October 1, 2026. The event will connect international and Saudi travel communities to explore the Kingdom's rapidly expanding inbound and outbound tourism markets.
Saudi Arabia, Bahrain lead regional travel expansion: report
Wed, 12 Nov 2025
Saudi Arabia and Bahrain are now driving the GCC’s outbound travel growth, with Qatar and Oman also experiencing remarkable rises as regional aviation capacity and tourism investments accelerate, according to new traveller insights released by Dragonpass.
Arsenale signs agreement for first Italian luxury train in Saudi Arabia
Wed, 12 Nov 2025
Arsenale has signed an agreement for the "Dream of the Desert," the first ultra-luxury Italian train in Saudi Arabia, starting in 2026. The MoU with the Tourism Development Fund supports financing and enhances global positioning.
Valor charts $1bn global expansion, focusing on Saudi Arabia
Tue, 11 Nov 2025
Valor Hospitality Partners is expanding in Saudi Arabia through a partnership to establish 25 hotels with over 3,000 keys by 2026. Additionally, its global portfolio is set to grow by over $1 billion across multiple regions by 2025.
Starhotels Collezione concludes events in Saudi, UAE
Tue, 11 Nov 2025
Starhotels Collezione, Italy’s luxury hotel group, recently held several events in the GCC, including a Sales Conclave in Saudi Arabia and the UAE, and exclusive Media and Partners Evenings in Abu Dhabi and Dubai.
Japan Festival 2025 in Riyadh honours 70 years of ties with Saudi Arabia
Wed, 05 Nov 2025
Japan National Tourism Organisation (JNTO) Dubai Office co-hosted Japan Festival in Riyadh 2025 on October 31 and November 1, in collaboration with the Embassy of Japan in Saudi Arabia, JETRO Riyadh, and the Riyadh Japanese Association.
Saudi Arabia records 60.9m tourists in first half of 2025
Sun, 02 Nov 2025
Saudi Arabia’s tourism sector recorded a strong performance in the first half of 2025, attracting 60.9 million local and international visitors. Total tourism spending exceeded SAR161.4 billion, reflecting a 4% growth compared to the same period in 2024.
Aleph Hospitality grows in Saudi Arabia with 11 hotels
Wed, 29 Oct 2025
Aleph Hospitality announced its expansion in Saudi Arabia, signing agreements for five hotels and planning six more, at the Future Hospitality Summit in Dubai . This increases its portfolio to 11 hotels with 2,354 keys.
Red Sea Global secures $1.7bn funding for Amaala project
Tue, 28 Oct 2025
Red Sea Global (RSG), a leading developer powered by Saudi PIF, has secured a SAR6.5 billion ($1.73 billion) funding for its ultra-luxury wellness destination, Amaala, featuring more than 1,400 hotel rooms across eight different resorts.
Hilton surpasses 100 hotels in Saudi Arabia, $8bn pipeline
Mon, 27 Oct 2025
Hilton has surpassed the milestone of 100 hotels trading and in the pipeline in Saudi Arabia – representing a combined investment of $8 billion from hotel owners and investors into Hilton’s growing portfolio, and underscoring the company’s long-term commitment to supporting Vision 2030 by expanding its footprint and delivering world-class hospitality throughout the Kingdom.
Saudi Arabia, Cuba to enhance cooperation in air transport services
Mon, 27 Oct 2025
President of Saudi Arabia General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) Abdulaziz Al-Duailej and Cuba’s Ambassador to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Miguel Porto Parga signed an agreement on air transport services between the governments of Saudi Arabia and Cuba at GACA’s headquarters in Riyadh.
Madinah tops Saudi Arabia's hotel occupancy rates
Tue, 21 Oct 2025
In the first half of 2025, the Madinah Region led Saudi Arabia in hotel occupancy rates at 74.7%. An economic report revealed an average daily rate of SAR 538 ($143.45) and revenue per available room reaching SAR 402, highlighting significant growth in tourism.
FIBO Arabia's inaugural event attracts 12,399 visitors
Mon, 20 Oct 2025
The inaugural edition of FIBO Arabia, the Mena region’s international exhibition for health, fitness, and wellness, concluded last week, welcoming 12,399 regional and international visitors to the three-day showcase, which took place at the Riyadh Front Exhibition & Conference Centre, Saudi Arabia.
Saudi Tourism Minister approves policies to localise jobs in sector
Thu, 16 Oct 2025
Minister of Saudi Arabia Tourism Ahmed Al-Khateeb has approved new policies and regulations for registering workers and localising activities in licensed tourism facilities across the Kingdom.
Kyndryl, Auj collaborate on digital innovation in Saudi aviation
Thu, 09 Oct 2025
Kyndryl, a provider of mission-critical enterprise technology services, and Auj, an aviation strategy and operations advisory firm, announced a strategic collaboration at the World Aviation Festival in Lisbon, Portugal, aimed at accelerating digital transformation across Saudi Arabia’s aviation sector.
Saudi Tourism Ministry graduates 50 faculty from UNWTO programme
Wed, 08 Oct 2025
Saudi Arabia Ministry of Tourism celebrated the graduation of 50 tourism teaching and training faculty members from various Saudi educational institutions. The graduates completed a specialised training programme in tourism and hospitality, implemented in Spain and Switzerland in partnership with the United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO)