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Saudi Arabia made a bold statement in the fashion world by hosting its inaugural fashion show, featuring swimsuit models for the first time in the country’s history. The event showcased the collection of Moroccan designer Yasmina Qanzal and marked a significant departure from the nation’s conservative traditions, where women were once required to wear body-covering abayas. The fashion show was held during the second day of the inaugural Red Sea Fashion Week and aligns with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s Vision 2030 social and economic reform program, which aims to soften Saudi Arabia’s austere image and expand its fashion and tourism sectors.

Jeddah Tower, a groundbreaking skyscraper planned in Saudi Arabia, aims to dethrone Burj Khalifa as the world’s tallest building. With an astonishing height of 3,281 feet, designed by renowned architects Adrian Smith and Gordon Gill, the tower symbolizes Saudi Arabia’s future growth with its sleek, asymmetrical form inspired by palm fronds. Set to become a prominent feature of Jeddah’s skyline, the tower represents progress and innovation, embracing a neo-futuristic aesthetic with avant-garde elements and advanced technology. Despite construction setbacks, the project is back on track, with completion expected in the next four to five years.

The ‘New Silk Road’ region, encompassing Asia, the Middle East, and North Africa (MENA), is poised for unprecedented growth and connectivity, significantly impacting travel and tourism. This area, home to 4.9 billion people and representing over 40% of the global economy, is experiencing economic diversification and increased collaboration, driven by strategic plans and regional initiatives. The report highlights six major themes driving this growth, including high energy prices, supply chain relocations, clean tech exports, and regional infrastructure development.

The Saudi Red Sea Authority (SRSA) has issued its first marina operator licenses, marking a significant step towards enhancing coastal tourism in the Kingdom. These licenses aim to establish robust operational and technical procedures, elevate the quality of services provided to tourists, and promote sustainability. The initiative is expected to position the Red Sea as a premier global tourist destination, attracting both local and international visitors.

Britain’s VisitBritain and the Saudi Tourism Authority have signed a Declaration of Intent to collaborate on tourism development between the two nations, focusing on the exchange of knowledge and expertise in both domestic and international tourism. The agreement was signed at the GREAT FUTURES trade expo in Riyadh, an event sponsored by the UK Government’s GREAT campaign in partnership with the Government of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Ithraa Alkhair Company for Pilgrims Services, a provider of Hajj services for non-Arab African pilgrims, recently held a seminar in Birmingham, UK. The event was organized in collaboration with the company’s UK strategic partners and highlighted the company’s commitment to providing high-quality services to pilgrims in line with Saudi leadership directives. The seminar emphasized the importance of the Pilgrim Experience Program as a key aspect of Saudi Vision 2030, with a focus on ensuring the comfort and safety of guests.

The General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) of Saudi Arabia will present its General Aviation Roadmap at the upcoming Future Aviation Forum 2024. The roadmap aims to enhance the general aviation sector’s contribution to the national GDP by aspiring to increase its value to $2 billion by 2030. This strategic plan includes supporting aircraft owners, investors, operators, and service providers within the business aircraft sector.

The Riyadh Metro, a massive rapid transit system, is a key component of Saudi Arabia’s ambitious plan to transform its capital into a major international business and tourism destination. The project, valued at billion, is one of the largest public transport systems under development globally and is expected to be operational by next year. The comprehensive network of six metro lines with 85 stations is designed to facilitate seamless travel across the desert terrain of Riyadh. The metro system, along with supplementary bus services and other transport modes, aims to provide efficient and reliable public transportation options for residents and tourists alike.

At the Arabian Travel Market exhibition in Dubai, the Saudi Tourism Authority and Jetex signed a memorandum of understanding to boost cooperation and increase visitor numbers to luxury destinations in Saudi Arabia. The collaboration will leverage Jetex’s Elite program database and develop effective marketing strategies to promote these destinations and Jetex’s airline products among tourism companies and business partners.

The Saudi Tourism Authority (STA) participated in the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2024 with a delegation of over 72 partners, showcasing summer destinations and forging partnerships to boost tourism. The agency signed over 40 agreements, including collaborations with Flyadeal, Noon, and China i2i Group, and strategic alliances with Saudia and Riyadh Air. STA’s CEO and Board Member, Fahd Hamidaddin, emphasized the importance of regional collaboration and pledged to position the GCC as a global tourism hub.