Year: 2026

Saudi National Day 2026 will bring cities, businesses, families and communities across the Kingdom together on Wednesday, September 23. Unlike an event held in one stadium or festival zone, National Day belongs to the entire country. Saudi flags appear on streets and buildings. Landmarks turn green. Families gather. Hotels, restaurants and shopping centers create special

Swissotel Al Maqam Makkah sits in one of the most recognizable parts of the Holy City. Located within the Abraj Al Bait complex, the hotel combines direct access to Masjid al-Haram with views across the Kaaba, Haram and Makkah skyline. For pilgrims, those details matter. A hotel can be luxurious, but if reaching the Haram

Saudi Arabia emerged as one among the world’s top 10 countries for private AI investment, according to the latest World Bank report. The World Bank Group’s World Development Report 2026, titled “The Promise of Artificial Intelligence,” highlighted Saudi Arabia’s growing position in the global AI landscape. “The Kingdom has become an attractive destination for AI

Alshaya Group, the leading international franchise retail operator in the region, is proud to announce the launch of Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE: CMG) in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with its first restaurant opening in Riyadh this August.  This highly anticipated launch will bring Chipotle’s responsibly sourced, classically cooked real food to guests in Saudi

Noor Riyadh has turned the Saudi capital into something unusual: a citywide gallery that becomes most visible after dark. Buildings, public spaces, historic districts and transport hubs become locations for light installations created by Saudi and international artists. Some works are enormous. Others are interactive. Some use projections, video or digital technology, while others use

Anjum Hotel Makkah is designed around one of the biggest priorities for visitors to the Holy City: staying close to Masjid al-Haram. The hotel combines that location with a broad choice of rooms, suites, dining options and facilities aimed at pilgrims, families and longer-stay visitors. For many travelers coming to Makkah for Umrah or Hajj,

The Hub – Transport Advisory, a UK-headquartered specialist transport sector consultancy, has expanded into Saudi Arabia with the support of AstroLabs, the Gulf’s leading business setup and growth platform.  The move marks a significant milestone in The Hub’s international growth, aligning with the National Transport and Logistics Strategy’s vision to position Saudi Arabia as a