The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has expanded its electronic visa services to seven additional countries as part of its efforts to attract more tourists beyond religious visitors. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has launched an initiative to use the […]
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Hyatt Hotels will manage three new hotels in Saudi Arabia, including Grand Hyatt Madinah, Hyatt Regency Madinah and Hyatt Place Madinah. Upon opening, these properties will participate in the World of Hyatt loyalty program and will add a combined
The Government of Saudi Arabia has announced the launch of a new “Your ticket is a visa” program with Saudia airline. Under this project, foreigners booking Saudia tickets will be allowed entry into Saudi Arabia for four days (or
Marriott International, Inc. today announced it has signed an agreement with Sela Sport Company to develop two new luxury hotels in Saudi Arabia. Slated to open in 2022, The St. Regis Riyadh will be located at the entrance of
The Russian Direct Investment Fund (RDIF, Russia’s sovereign wealth fund) announces that the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has granted approval for entry of individuals vaccinated with the Russian Sputnik V vaccine starting from January 1, 2022. Saudi Arabia joined 101 other countries approving entry of
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The COVID-19 reviews and protocols have been updated to allow Umrah pilgrims to go to Saudi Arabia. In Medina, the Saudi Kingdom began accepting trip requests from overseas guests on August 9th, 2021. 1. Covid-19 Containment Measures Foreign travelers
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Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced today that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a management agreement with The Red Sea Development Company for a 430-room Grand Hyatt hotel on Shaura Island, the hub of the ambitious Red Sea Project on Saudi
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Saudi Arabia, a fascinating Middle Eastern country, once was a destination that was reserved only for the worldwide Muslim community. But thanks to the recent issuing of tourist visas, it is open to worldwide travelers despite their religion. Currently,
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Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced today the opening of Grand Hyatt Al Khobar Hotel and Residences in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia—the first Grand Hyatt hotel in the Kingdom. The 368-room luxury hotel including 54 residential units is situated in
Saudi Arabia has announced it will reopen its borders and resume international flights after a two-week suspension. Riyadh suspended international flights and access through land crossings and ports on December 21 2020. Upon arrival in the Kingdom of Saudi
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has signed a management agreement with Al Khozama Company to handle operations of the Al Faisaliah Hotel in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Once rebranded and renovated, it will be the group’s first hotel in the Kingdom.
Gulf Air announces the resumption of its direct flights to and from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia starting with Jeddah on 27 September 2020 along with plans to announce a further expansion into more destinations within Saudi Arabia soon.
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From 28 September 2020, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines will adjust the schedule for flights between Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and the Gulf States in the Middle East. KLM will also expand its network with the opening of Riyadh in Saudi
IHG® announces the opening of the 5-star voco Riyadh, the first voco™ hotel in Saudi Arabia’s capital city, in partnership with KSA-based developer Wasata Al Wosta Real Estate Co. The 5 star flagship property in the Kingdom underwent major
The restoration and reimagining of Diriyah, Saudi Arabia, a sweeping 18th-century adobe city that once served as the capital and stronghold of the First Saudi State, will be officially inaugurated at a special November 19th gathering. This cornerstone-laying event comes as
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