Tourism

How fiscal policy, increased public spending are shaping GCC economic resilience in 2025

Total public spending in GCC countries is projected to reach $542.1 billion in 2025 

Dubai welcomes 8.68 million tourists in first five months of 2025

The city welcomed 1.53 million international visitors in May alone

Saudi Arabia’s GACA, U.K. forge one-stop security deal to streamline procedures for passengers

Streamlining procedures eliminates re-screening, reducing wait times and optimizing airline scheduling efficiency 

Saudi Arabia welcomes 116 million tourists in 2024, achieves $75.7 billion in tourism spending

Inbound tourism spending totaled SAR168.5 billion, up 19 percent from the previous year

Saudi Arabia launches massive summer 2025 tourism campaign to attract global visitors

Saudi Arabia's “Color Your Summer” invites visitors to explore six key destinations that offer a seamless blend of nature, adventure, and culture

Madinah’s tourism sector posts 18.7 percent growth as visitor numbers surge to 18 million

The growth in Madinah's tourism sector aligns with Saudi Arabia's broader strategy for attracting 150 million visitors by 2030

Saudi Arabia to launch direct flights from Kuwait to Aseer Region this summer

The Saudi Tourism Authority announces direct flights starting July 15 and running through September

Saudi Arabia’s PIF launches new company to build, operate facilities of Expo 2030 Riyadh

Company plans to lead the transformation of the Expo’s gated area into a global village to serve as a multicultural hub

Dubai’s DET partners with Marriott International to strengthen hospitality ecosystem

Dubai will be prominently promoted to guests worldwide through Marriott International’s portfolio of hotels

Skytrax names Emirates as the 4th best airline in the world for 2025

Emirates was named the 3rd most family-friendly airline in the world

flynas named best low-cost airline in Middle East for 8th consecutive year: Skytrax

The airline was also among the top 10 low-cost airlines in the world

Global investors convene in Abu Dhabi to explore infrastructure opportunities at ADIS 2025

ADIS 2025 brought together over 70 global speakers, 30-plus exhibitors, and a diverse assembly of policymakers, investors, innovators, and industry leaders from around the world