China expects a surge in cross-border travel during the May Day holiday, with daily flows averaging 2.25 million and peaking above 2.4 million, driven by tourism and family visits.
The Saudi Red Sea Authority (SRSA) issued three new yacht charter licences to Mayassar Nooraldeen Al-Haddad Company, Seem Prime Company, and Ocean Breeze Company, further strengthening its regulatory role in navigational and maritime tourism activities across the Kingdom.
Dubai Safari Park is offering two limited-time promotions as it approaches the end of its seventh season, closing on May 31.
HPE announced Red Sea Global is adopting its self-driving networking as the foundation for large-scale resort expansion The AI-native secure switching and Wi-Fi system enables scalable, sustainable operations and premium guest digital experiences efficiently delivery.
Tourist-focused establishments can choose to postpone payment of their Q1 fees to the Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority (BTEA). The optional measure applies to hotels, hotel apartments, furnished apartments, and tourist restaurants.
Saudi Arabia’s tourism, hospitality, and events sectors have transformed under Vision 2030. By 2025, tourism contributed 5% of GDP, attracted 123 million visitors, generated SAR300 billion ($80 billion), and supported strong non-oil economic growth.
flynas has signed an agreement with Airbus to adopt Evidence-Based Training (EBT) and the Airbus MATe Suite digital platform, becoming the first Saudi airline to implement these advanced training methods and enhance aviation safety and innovation.
Qatar Airways continues to reinstate its global network, announcing the return of daily flights to Bahrain (BAH) and Kozhikode (CCJ), starting May 1, 2026.
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) reports that Middle East Travel & Tourism grew 5.3% in 2025, surpassing global rates. Strong visitor spending lifted the GDP contribution to $385.8 billion and supported 7.1 million jobs, with Saudi Arabia leading regional growth, accounting for $178 billion in GDP.
Al-Urumah Season has cemented its standing as one of Saudi Arabia's most prominent eco-tourism destinations, with visitor numbers exceeding 1.7 million since its launch.
