Future Hospitality Summit Saudi Arabia Marks Ninth Edition in Riyadh
The conference will return to Riyadh in April 2026, following this year's event that generated USD 1.6 billion in business opportunities and 11 hotel signings.
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Rua Al Madinah Holding and Adeera Partner to Operate Hotels at Rua Al Madinah Project
Adeera will operate 370 units under its Alia brand at the massive development near Prophet's Mosque, joining global brands like Marriott and Hilton.
Sommet Education & Tanmeya Capital: Saudi-Swiss Partnership Launched to Build National Talent and Educational Ecosystem in Tourism, Hospitality, and Culinary Arts
Under the patronage of His Excellency Mr. Ahmed bin Aqil Al-Khateeb, Minister of Tourism, a landmark Saudi-Swiss partnership was announced at the "TOURISE 2025" Summit in Riyadh to advance innovation, develop national talent, and build human capital in tourism, hospitality, and culinary arts, in line with Saudi Vision 2030.
Shaza Hotels Expands in Saudi Arabia with the Signing of MoUs for Four New Projects at TOURISE 2025
Under the patronage of the Ministry of Tourism Saudi Arabia (MoT) and TOURISE 2025, Shaza Hotels has signed Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) for four new projects – Shaza Riyadh Stables Resort, Mysk Residences in Riyadh and Mysk Al Haramain Hotels - 3 & 4 in Makkah – during the inaugural TOURISE 2025 summit, held from 11 to 13 November 2025 in Riyadh. The signings represent a significant step in Shaza Hotels’ expansion across the Kingdom and underscore the brand’s alignment with Saudi Arabia’s long-term vision 2030 to advance tourism and destination development. Shaza also announced an ambitious pipeline of USD 950 million worth projects across the globe in key destinations like Maldives, Turkey, Kuwait, Indonesia, Iraq, USA, Kenya and Libya at TOURISE 2025.
Red Sea Global Announces the Opening of AMAALA: the World’s New Coastal Lifestyle Destination
Red Sea Global (RSG), the real estate developer and pioneer of regenerative tourism, announced the highly anticipated opening of AMAALA Triple Bay during the inaugural TOURISE Summit.
Hilton Surpasses 100 Hotels in Saudi Arabia, with a Growing Pipeline Representing a Combined Owner Investment of USD $8 Billion
Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announced it has surpassed the milestone of 100 hotels trading and in the pipeline in Saudi Arabia – representing a combined investment of USD $8 billion from hotel owners and investors into Hilton’s growing portfolio, and underscoring the company’s long-term commitment to supporting Vision 2030 by expanding its footprint and delivering world-class hospitality throughout the Kingdom. The announcement was made ahead of the Future Investment Initiative (FII) in Saudi Arabia, a global forum that convenes world leaders, policymakers, and investors to discuss the future of global investment and economic trends.
Welcoming Travelers to Shura Island: The Beating Heart of The Red Sea
Set among coral reefs, turquoise lagoons, and soft white sands, Shura Island opens as the beating heart of The Red Sea, the place where the destination truly comes alive. As the vibrant hub of this pioneering new world of travel, the island brings together world-class hospitality, adventure, and relaxation across one extraordinary setting. Master planned by Foster + Partners, the island’s design takes inspiration from the Coral Bloom vision. Shaped to blend seamlessly with its surrounding land and sea, Shura captures the destination’s spirit of energy, culture, and connection, an island alive with beauty and purpose.
Hilton Set to Double Its Presence in Oman with Trio Signing, Including the Sultanate’s First Waldorf Astoria
Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announced the signing of an agreement with The Zubair Corporation to open three hotels in Muscat under the Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, Hilton Hotels & Resorts, and DoubleTree by Hilton brands – doubling its footprint in the Sultanate. The signings mark the debut of the iconic Waldorf Astoria brand in Oman and underscore Hilton’s plans to diversify its portfolio and deliver trusted hospitality to emerging and established destinations across the region.
Knight Frank: More hotel investment deals expected as UAE hospitality sector enjoys double-digit growth
Knight Frank is anticipating an active market for hotel deals in the UAE as the Emirates continue to be a magnet for hospitality capital. In its UAE Hospitality Market Review – Autumn 2025, the global property consultancy says an increasing range of regional and international investors are being attracted to a maturing market characterised by strong growth fundamentals and a deepening pool of institutional capital.
FHS World delivers its most dynamic agenda to date
Future Hospitality Summit - FHS World has unveiled its line-up of over 200 high-level speakers and an action-packed agenda for its biggest summit to date, which will see more than 1,600 hospitality and tourism leaders descend on Dubai’s Madinat Jumeirah, 27-29 October.
Minor Hotels Expands Footprint in Egypt with SUNRISE Resorts & Cruises Joint Venture
Minor Hotels, a global leader in the hospitality industry across hotels, resorts and branded residences in 59 countries, has signed an agreement with SUNRISE Resorts & Cruises to form a new joint venture company. The signing ceremony took place at the office of H.E. Prime Minister of Egypt Mostafa Madbouly in the attendance of H.E. Minister of Tourism and Antiquities, Sherif Fathi; underscoring the importance of this partnership for the country’s growing tourism sector.
HMH Unveils Corp Hotels Expansion: Blending Business & Leisure to Fuel Saudi Arabia’s Hospitality Boom Under Vision 2030
Saudi Arabia’s hospitality sector is undergoing a dynamic transformation, fuelled by the Kingdom’s Vision 2030, which is creating new opportunities for tourism, business, and investment. With business travel becoming one of the fastest-growing segments of the market, Hospitality Management Holding (HMH) is strengthening its presence in the Kingdom through the expansion of its Corp Hotels brand. This expansion is guided by HMH’s pioneering Business Leisure concept, designed to seamlessly blend the efficiency of business travel with the comfort and enrichment of leisure hospitality.
Wego Data: Hotels Capture 37.3% of Saudis’ International Bookings This Summer and Over 50% Domestically
The latest travel data reveals a surge in Saudis’ interest in destinations during the Summer 2025 season. Search and booking volumes recorded notable increases for both local and international cities, alongside clear accommodation preferences and practical rate trends that can inform end-of-summer and early-autumn plans, making this period rich with travel opportunities that reflect travelers’ passion for discovery and diverse experiences.
HFTP Dubai Chapter Hosts Insightful Session on USALI 12th Revised Edition
This week, the HFTP and the HFTP Dubai chapter successfully hosted an event at the Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah on September 23. The gathering brought together 87 hospitality leaders from across Dubai’s leading hotel brands, reinforcing HFTP’s commitment to knowledge-sharing and professional development within the hospitality finance and technology community.
The Red Sea destination unveils Shura Island: A new era of luxury tourism begins this September
The Red Sea destination announces that the first resorts and attractions on Shura Island will begin opening to guests in the coming weeks.
UN Tourism Hosts First Regional Workshop on Wellness Tourism in the Middle East
Held at the UN Tourism Regional Office for the Middle East in Riyadh, the two-day event (9–10 September) brought together representatives from National Tourism Administrations and Organizations (NTAs/NTOs) from 12 Middle East Member States, with more than 30 participants in total, alongside industry experts and key stakeholders from across the region. The workshop explored the growing potential of wellness tourism as a driver of economic growth, tourism diversification, and sustainability for the Middle East.
Abu Dhabi hotel occupancy reached record-high for August
Helped by a Limp Bizkit concert, Abu Dhabi’s hotel industry posted its highest August occupancy on record, according to preliminary data from CoStar. CoStar is a leading provider of online real estate marketplaces, information, and analytics in the property markets.
Aleph Hospitality to Manage 338-Room Hotel in Makkah
Aleph Hospitality has entered the Makkah market by signing a hotel management agreement with Diyar Al Khalidiyah Hotel Services Company for the Diyar Al Khalidiya hotel. The hotel, located on Ibrahim Khalil Street near the Great Mosque of Makkah and the Abraj Al-Bait Towers, comprises 338 rooms. This agreement marks Aleph Hospitality's second operational hotel in Saudi Arabia, following the Four Points by Sheraton Jeddah.
Saudi Arabia Tops 100 Million Domestic And Inbound Tourist Mark For The Second Year In A Row In 2024
The Ministry of Tourism has released its 2024 Annual Statistical Report on the tourism sector in Saudi Arabia, highlighting key indicators of tourism activity and underlining the sector’s continued growth following the significant progress recorded in 2023.
78.8% of Saudi Travelers Go Solo This Summer, Wego Reports
As temperatures soar in the Kingdom during the summer, Saudi travelers are heading abroad in record numbers, not only to traditional destinations, but also to emerging tourism destinations that offer cooler weather, cultural depth, and affordability. New data from Wego, the Middle East’s largest online travel marketplace, reveals shifts in travel patterns for summer 2025, marked by a sharp rise in solo travel and a growing demand for luxury accommodation.