Articles tagged “saudi tourism”

The changes come as Saudi has scaled back some Vision 2030 projects and is accelerating efforts to attract foreign direct investment.

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’s tourism ambitions are massive. The question now is whether a well-timed soft-power push in Washington can convert into real investment, credible Western visitor growth, and sustained global demand.

At the Skift Global Forum, Saudi Tourism Authority CEO Fahd Hamidaddin talked extensively about the country's transformational tourism journey that is rooted in sustainability.

Religious tourism is Saudi Arabia's largest international travel segment. Expect more investment from developers, investors, and the government.

Live tourism has taken hold across the global travel industry. With trillions of dollars at stake, travel companies are actively looking to invest in destinations that provide seasonality-proof opportunities for entertainment, sports, and cultural experiences that meet this demand.

We pointed out last year the lack of affordable hotels being built in Saudi Arabia. Wyndham wants to change that with 100 Super 8s in 10 years.

The group has yet to open a hotel, but the new CEO says he's confident in the rollout plan.

Saudi is creating more reasons for travelers to visit - and shop - in the kingdom.

The residentially focused Laheq Island could mark the start of something bigger for Saudi Arabia: getting people to want to buy property in the kingdom.