Saudi Ministry of Tourism: The numbers confirm that we are a rising tourist destination globally

Saudi Ministry of Tourism: The numbers confirm that we are a rising tourist destination globally

Exhibition and conference tourism is considered an essential component of the tourism sector in the Kingdom, as the World Travel and Tourism Council expects the growth of the exhibition and conference tourism sector in Saudi Arabia by 11% annually, over the coming years, which makes it the fastest growing in the Middle East region.


The Saudi Ministry of Tourism confirmed that there is a great momentum of diversity and richness that suits all tastes, and makes Saudi Arabia a distinctive tourist destination in today’s world, as the visitor or participant in any of the events, exhibitions, or conferences that Saudi Arabia witnesses throughout the year can now enjoy all Other experiences as a tourist throughout the Kingdom, or as a pilgrim in its holy places, through one visa and during the same visit.

She stressed that the Kingdom has become the focus of the world's attention. It is a distinguished and emerging destination for all groups and segments and at all levels. Visitors from all over the world flock to it throughout the year. For all purposes, whether to perform Umrah or visit the Prophet’s Mosque, or to enjoy tourist destinations and experiences, or to attend exhibitions, conferences, and specific and international events, or to follow sporting events, and perhaps to visit family and friends.


Saudi Tourism stated that the qualitative events witnessed by the Kingdom during the recent period are still awaiting the launch of many distinguished international events that attract millions of visitors from inside and outside the Kingdom. The coming weeks and months still bring new and many activities and events, including international conferences and exhibitions in various and diverse fields, especially if we know that the General Authority for Exhibitions and Conventions in Saudi Arabia has announced about 43 exhibitions and conferences in all parts of Saudi Arabia during the month of October alone, including Climate Week. In the Middle East and North Africa, the Digital Universities Conference, the Electric Cars Exhibition, the Saudi Women’s League, the Made in Saudi Exhibition, Fashion Week, and others, in addition to the activities of the Riyadh Season, which is the largest in the Arab region and the Middle East, in addition to many other fields and topics. Which suits all ages, businesses and tastes.


Exhibition and conference tourism is considered an essential component of the tourism sector in the Kingdom, as the World Travel and Tourism Council expects the growth of the exhibition and conference tourism sector in Saudi Arabia by 11% annually, over the coming years, which makes it the fastest growing in the Middle East region.


This increasing demand comes at a time when issuing a visa and coming to the Kingdom has become easier, smoother, and safer than ever before, with the availability of a number of visas that all allow performing Umrah, visiting, and touring throughout the Kingdom, namely the Umrah visa, tourist visa, transit visa, and family visa. And friends, with citizens of 59 countries being able to issue an electronic visa or upon arrival, in addition to residents of the United States, the United Kingdom, and European Union countries, holders of United States, United Kingdom, and Schengen visas, and residents of the Gulf Cooperation Council countries. Those wishing to come to the Kingdom can visit the special website. With visas on the “Spirit of Saudi Arabia” platform https://www.visitsaudi.com/ar, to learn about the available visas after entering the basic information.




Kingdom Embassy in Japan: The Saudis are fine and we are following the effects of the earthquake


An earthquake measuring 6.6 on the Richter scale struck off the eastern coast of Japan yesterday


The Saudi Embassy in Japan confirmed the safety of Saudi citizens, after the earthquake that struck the eastern coast of Japan yesterday (Thursday).

The embassy said through its account on the “X” platform today (Friday) that it is monitoring the effects of the earthquake, calling on citizens to adhere to the instructions of local authorities related to disasters, calling for communication with Saudi Affairs in the event of any emergency on the following number (09055833862), wishing safety for all.

An earthquake measuring 6.6 on the Richter scale struck off the eastern coast of Japan yesterday, and Japan issued a warning of a tsunami with a height of one meter for the islands located off the Izu Peninsula on the eastern coast of the country.

The Japanese Meteorological Agency explained that the earthquake occurred at 11 a.m. near Torishima Island, and its epicenter was in the Pacific Ocean, about 550 kilometers south of the capital, Tokyo.

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