News
Blending tradition with innovation, the world's first 3D-printed mosque in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, sets a new construction standard.
By Pyusha Chatterjee
Destinations
At a time when more women are travelling, Saudi Arabia is embracing this change at its many historical, cultural, gastronomical experiences.
By Bayar Jain
The world's first floating theme park in Saudi Arabia, The Rig, promises exciting adventures and thrilling rides, as well as untold luxuries.
By Esha Dasgupta
After welcoming 1.5 million Indian tourists in 2023, Saudi Arabia has set an ambitious target for 2030 while offering free 96-hour visas.
By Yashita Vashishth
Prepare to experience unparalleled luxury as Saudi Arabia will debut its first 5-star train, the 'Dream of the Desert', in 2025.
By Paint Chayanin and Priyaja Bakshi
Saudi Arabia's Jeddah Tower, or Kingdom Tower, is anticipated to surpass Dubai's Burj Khalifa by at least 173 metres (568 feet)
By Anushka Goel
Trips
A new all-inclusive private jet tour takes travellers to nine remote destinations around the world for INR 1,91,10,562.
By Rachel Chang
Saudi Arabia's Neom unveils a new eco-tourism destination, Leyja, and its sustainable hotels that blend with nature.
People
Actor Jacqueliene Fernandez spills the beans on her connection with the Middle East, facing criticism, and her foundation YOLO.
By Simrran Gill
Bollywood star Jacqueliene Fernandez explores her Middle Eastern roots in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia with Travel+Leisure India & South Asia.
Explore the captivating shooting locations of Dunki as Shahrukh Khan leads an ensemble cast in this upcoming comedy-drama.
In a strategic effort to boost tourism, the government of Iran has now extended visa-free entry to citizens of 45 countries.
India
The new Umrah visa facility, valid for 90 days, enables tourists to easily visit any city in Saudi Arabia or conduct the Umrah.
Middle-East
Epicon, a luxury retreat of the future, is the latest region unveiled from Saudi Arabia's NEOM project city. Here's all that we know.
By Trinetra Paul
Saudi Arabia said it would organise the eSports World Cup 2024, the latest boost to a sector Riyadh hopes will create local jobs.
By Travel + Leisure
The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries are in talks to introduce a ‘Schengen style' visa in an attempt to boost tourism.
By Ayushi Anand
In an exclusive interview with John Pagano, Group CEO, Red Sea Global, sheds light on Vision 2030 for Saudi Arabia, and the future of travel.
By Aindrila Mitra
Alhasan Aldabbagh, Saudi Tourism Authority's (STA) president was in India recently and we caught up with him to find out about Saudi Arabia.
By Chirag Mohanty Samal
People who have a US, UK or Schengen visa or are permanent residents of any European country, can avail an instant Saudi Arabia e-visa.
Saudi Arabia has launched e-visa services for seven countries, including India. The service replaces the traditional visa sticker with e-visa.
Travellers
Football icon Lionel Messi and his family were recently in Riyadh. Here's what the itinerary of the Saudi tourism brand ambassador looked like
By Ralan Kithan
Saudi Arabia has opened reservations to perform Umrah and clarified that duration of visa starts from the day a visaholder enters the country.
Saudi Arabia has announced a new temporary work visa that allows employers to hire foreign workers for a period of three months
Ever dreamed of gliding across the far-reaching dunes? Dream no more, because Saudi Arabia is about to welcome a luxury train travel in 2025
By Paint Chayanin
The new megacity Neom will be home to a region called Trojena where visitors can ski all year round. Here's what we know.
By Eric E. Subrano
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