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Saudi Arabia Travel & Tourism Updates
Here you will find the latest news about what there is to see and do in Saudi Arabia. This is your one-stop shop for luxury Saudi Arabia hotels in Saudi Arabia, updated flight routes, upcoming events in Riyadh, Jeddah, and more. Be sure to check back as these Saudi news updates are ongoing.
Royal Reserve of KSA to Open Tourist Activities
The authority of the Imam Turki bin Abdullah Royal Nature Reserve has announced an array of tourist activities and facilities to be offered at the reserve. These include paragliding, horseback riding, food stalls, trekking trails, sand skiing, camel riding, cycling, and so much more. Additionally, the reserve presents cultural immersion, enabling visitors to engage with... Read More
Over 20 Blue Holes Discovered in the Red Sea
Officials have announced the discovery of more than 20 blue holes along the southern coast of the Red Sea. Blue Holes are deep underwater sinkholes with distinct blue colors and unique characteristics. These formations, resulting from processes like limestone erosion or cave collapses, have significant importance for biodiversity, making them appealing to marine researchers and... Read More
Cruise Saudi to Launch as Part of Vision 2030
Cruise Saudi and the Royal Commission for Jubail and Yanbu have recently formed a partnership to launch tourism in Saudi Arabia’s unexplored southern region. This exciting collaboration seeks to establish a stronger interest in a territory with the potential for great economic advancement. This is a pivotal step in the development of JCDPI’s Waterfront (Jazan... Read More
Flynas New Flight Connecting Osh, Kyrgyzstan and Jeddah
Flynas, Saudi Arabia’s budget airline introduced direct flights between Jeddah and Osh, Kyrgyzstan’s second-largest city. The route, operating from King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah to Osh International Airport, will run three times a week - Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays - as a result of a collaboration between Saudi Arabia’s Air Connectivity Program and Flynas’... Read More
E-Visas to Saudi Arabia Extends to 8 More Countries
To enhance its global reach, Saudi Arabia has extended its visitor e-visa program, now extending its welcome to eight new countries: These nations’ citizens are now allowed to apply for an electronic visitor’s visa in order to tour Saudi Arabia and perform Umrah. This is helping boost tourism and business endeavors, allowing multiple entries with... Read More
Flights Connecting India and Saudi Arabia Jumps to 290 per Week
In a strategic move to boost tourism and facilitate travel from India, Saudi Arabia raised inbound flights from Asia’s second-largest economy by an impressive 19%. According to a senior official, this initiative has already resulted in 400,000 Indian travelers in the first quarter of 2023 alone. With ambitious aspirations, the goal is to attract over... Read More
Celebrate Saudi National Day. September 23, 2023
Get ready to celebrate Saudi’s 93rd National Day on Saturday, September 23, 2023 with a burst of festivities, coinciding with the vibrant Azimuth Festival in Al Ula. National Day is a joyful expression of Saudi pride, commemorating the unification of Najd and Hijaz into the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. As the nation comes together, expect... Read More
Desert Blaze Run in Al Ula. August 26, 2023
The Desert Blaze Run in Al Ula is a pioneering endeavor that will test the endurance of runners, starting from age 16. On Saturday, August 26, 2023, Al Ula will host this scorching running challenge in the heart of the ancient oasis city. From a speedy 5-km dash to a full-marathon covering 42 kilometers, participants... Read More
Desert Sound Music Festival in Riyadh. September 8, 2023
Mark your calendars for next month’s Desert Sound Music Festival which will take place on Friday, September 8, 2023. The vibrant event will return to Riyadh and promises to be full of sensational performances. Desert Sound isn’t just a festival, it’s a local entertainment powerhouse dedicated to showcasing both regional and international artists in the... Read More
New Direct Flights from Beijing, China to Riyadh & Jeddah
Saudia, Saudi Arabia’s main airline, has introduced new direct flights connecting Riyadh and Jeddah with Beijing, strengthening the bilateral ties between the KSA and China. The flights debuted on August 4 and August 6, 2023, and the countries hope this leads to enhanced tourism. These routes grant direct access to Saudi Arabia for northern China’s... Read More
New Flights from Casablanca, Morocco to Jeddah
Flynas, a Saudi-based airline, is set to launch direct flights connecting Casablanca, Morocco with Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The flights will be set to operate three times a week starting August 3, 2023 as part of a partnership with the Air Connectivity Program (ACP). This collaboration aims to contribute to Saudi Arabia’s tourism growth and strengthen... Read More