Articles tagged “saudi arabia”

Two startups from two different worlds are quietly rewriting the rules of who controls the travel transaction, with fascinating implications.

Flyadeal's CEO believes the airline has seen the worst of the aircraft delivery delays, but engine reliability and spare parts shortages remain a concern.

Reports of delays at Neom — often citing unnamed sources — have circulated frequently. Now we have the confirmed postponement of the Asian 2029 Asian Winter Games in Trojena.

With nearly 80% of the upcoming hotel supply concentrated in the luxury and upscale tiers, there is a need to rebalance the pipeline.

Growth may slow down to more modest levels, but the region is becoming a global travel hub for sports, tech, and entertainment.

Saudi Arabia’s tourism ambitions won’t be won by trophy hotels. Marriott’s midscale-heavy deal shows a belief that filling rooms, not adding gold bling, will determine whether the kingdom's tourism development goals succeed.

Saudi Arabia and Qatar plan a high-speed rail link connecting Riyadh and Doha, promising faster travel, tourism growth, and lower emissions if powered by clean energy.

Saudi-Russia relations are no longer defined only by oil. Flight expansions and visa deals show the partnership widening into travel and tourism, giving both countries new levers of influence beyond energy markets.

Global exhibition organizers have announced more new shows along with office openings in Saudi Arabia, but Riyadh’s limited convention capacity remains a barrier to growth.

Chinese travelers are driving a sharp tourism surge in the Middle East and North Africa. The growth hinges on simple fixes: easier visas, more flights, and clear safety signals. The places that cut the hassle are winning.