Riyadh Hosts UN Tourism Plenary: Affiliate Members Forge the Path for 2026–2027
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – November 2025 – More than 100 Affiliate Members of UN Tourism convened in Riyadh for the 45th Affiliate Members Plenary Session, held as pa
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Saudi Arabia Welcomes Global Tourism: 26th UN Tourism General Assembly and TOURISE 2025 Summit Kick Off in Riyadh
Riyadh, November 7, 2025 – Under the theme “AI-Powered Tourism: Redefining the Future,” the city of Riyadh hosted over 160 global delegations from November 7 to 1
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Gloria Guevara: "We are on track to make Saudi Arabia one of the top 10 international tourist destinations"
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia achieved the goal of 100 million domestic and international tourists by the end of 2023, thereby reaching the target set seven years ahead of what was established in its original plan, positioning itself as a global tourist destination.
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Saudi Arabia increases its commitment and investments following the selection of Riyadh as the host city for the World Expo 2030
The World Expo 2030 is scheduled from October 1, 2030, to March 31, 2031, in Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia, aligning with the Saudi government's Vision 2030 plan. Gloria Guevara, Advisor to the Minister of Tourism, Ahmed Al Khateeb, revealed the challenges, objectives, and significance of this designation, enhancing the plan as a tourist destination.
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Sustainable Tourism Global Center and WTTC Unveil Pioneering Global Research on Travel & Tourism
In a significant development for the global Travel & Tourism sector, the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) and the Sustainable Tourism Global Center (STGC), launched by the Ministry of Tourism of Saud
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Youth from 100 countries are participating in the activities of the MENA 2023 Climate Week in Riyadh
Ahmed Al Khateeb, Minister of Tourism of Saudi Arabia, underscored the importance of providing resources to young leaders to support the net-zero transition of the industry. The initiative aims to invest not only in their future but also in the future of the planet
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The Line: Unveiling Details of the Construction of the Future Megacity in Saudi Arabia
The megacity of the future is currently taking shape in the deserts of Saudi Arabia, and the ABC Mundial team had the opportunity to witness its wonders firsthand at the "The Line" exhibition in Riyadh. Karina Giorgenello and Pablo Pla were left amazed as they explored the intricate details of this innovative urban project.
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- World
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- Society
- Author/s:
- By Karina Giorgenello @losviajesdekarina, Pablo Pla @pablitopla
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An adventure in the AlUla desert led us to the archaeological treasure of Saudi Arabia
Our journey begins in bustling Riyadh, the capital of the kingdom, from where we fly to the heart of the Saudi desert. After an hour of flight, we land in AlUla, an ancient oasis and archaeological region in northwestern Saudi Arabia that has become a top-tier tourist destination
- Region:
- World
- Category:
- Tourism
- Author/s:
- By Karina Giorgenello @losviajesdekarina, Pablo Pla @pablitopla
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