Marriott International and Blacksand announce landmark deal to develop 10 hotels in Saudi Arabia
Blacksand and Marriott International have signed an agreement to open 10 new hotels across Saudi Arabia, adding over 1,300 rooms to the Kingdom’s hospitality sector.
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Saudi Arabia tourism sector hits $80 billion in spending with 123 million visitors
Saudi Arabia reports a record $80 billion in tourism spending driven by 123 million visitors, signaling massive sector growth.
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Yas Island launches nationwide appreciation initiative for UAE frontline personnel
Yas Island is offering complimentary theme park access to UAE Police, Civil Defence, and military personnel throughout June 2026 as a gesture of national gratitude.
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GCC unified tourist visa moves closer to implementation across all six member states
The single application Unified GCC Tourist Visa progresses toward implementation, promising simplified travel and reduced entry costs across the Gulf network.
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Saudi Arabia maintains ambitious Vision 2030 infrastructure targets amid regional headwinds
Saudi Arabia drives fiscal investments into Vision 2030 tourism and urban giga-projects to sustain long-term economic diversification.
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Dubai’s tourism industry watches summer bookings closely
Hotels, airlines and tour operators across Dubai are entering the summer season cautiously optimistic despite growing geopolitical uncertainty across the region.
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Oman tourism sector eyes long-term growth despite regional concerns
Tourism operators in Oman say interest in nature tourism, mountain destinations and coastal travel remains relatively steady despite broader geopolitical concerns across the region.
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