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Spectacular Saudi, the three-day, five-city experiential showcase by ‘Saudi, Welcome to Arabia’, the consumer-facing brand of the Saudi Tourism Authority (STA), is set to return to India this festive season. The event showcases the colours and flavours of modern Saudi Arabia, with its rich culture, entertainment, and hospitality. Organised simultaneously across Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad and Ahmedabad from 21–23 November, this immersive event marks one of STA’s largest and most ambitious destination activations ever hosted in India, reinforcing Saudi’s long-term commitment to one of its fastest-growing tourism markets. For three action-packed days, each host city will experience a vibrant showcase of Saudi culture, artistry and world-class hospitality. Visitors can step into Brewtopia: A Qahwa Experience, where the air hums with the scent of bakhour and freshly poured Saudi coffee. At the Epicurean-Culinary Corner, guests will discover Saudi’s evolving food story, a blend of tradition and modern flair served with characteristic generosity. What’s even better is that fans will get a chance to get to know more about Qiddiya City. The event will be held across five landmark venues in India: Delhi:                      Select CityWalk Mall Mumbai:             Phoenix Palladium Mall Bengaluru:          Lulu Mall Hyderabad:             Sarath City Capital Mall Ahmedabad:            Nexus Ahmedabad One Mall   For travellers tempted to experience Saudi first-hand, Spectacular Saudi makes the journey easier than ever. On-site Tasheer kiosks will provide information and assistance for those seeking seamless travel planning, helping turn spontaneous travel dreams into reality. If you are looking to travel to Saudi, don’t forget to …

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Tourism, in collaboration with the World Economic Forum (WEF), has launched the Beyond Tourism initiative — a global, multi-sector effort aimed at shaping the future of travel and tourism. Developed around ten core principles, the initiative underscores tourism’s vital role as a bridge between cultures, a driver of community empowerment, and a source of opportunity for future generations. Beyond Tourism seeks to establish a new framework for the industry, encouraging collaboration across governments, private sectors, and civil society to promote sustainable and inclusive growth. Positioned as part of the Kingdom’s ongoing efforts to contribute to global tourism leadership, the Beyond Tourism initiative aligns with broader goals to strengthen cross-cultural connections and ensure the long-term resilience of the sector.

Bullish on the fast-growing Indian aviation market, Saudi Arabia’s no-frills carrier flyadeal will start flights to Indian cities, including Mumbai, from the first quarter of 2026. Steven Greenway, CEO, said that India is one of the “most hyper-competitive markets” in the world and there is a need to have an “absolute, brutal focus on unit cost”.  We expect to cover metropolises like Mumbai and Delhi, as well as focus on secondary cities in India.