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Thinking of moving to UAE, Saudi, or Qatar? Here's what you need to know
The Times of India
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An expat family begins a new chapter in the Gulf, adjusting to work, culture, and daily life in a new environment/Representative Image TL;DR: Moving to the Gulf isn’t just about salary. You’ll need to plan for housing, schools, healthcare, daily...
Saudi cultural week brings art and heritage to Osaka
TravelDailyNews Asia-Pacific
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July 9, 2025
Saudi Cultural Week in Osaka (July 12–15) celebrates Saudi heritage, arts, and 70 years of Saudi-Japan relations through exhibitions, music, and craft demonstrations. Osaka, Japan – The Saudi Ministry of Culture will host Saudi Cultural Week in...
18 Afghan die during hajj pilgrimage: MoHRA
Pajhwok Afghan News
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July 10, 2025
KABUL (Pajhwok): Eighteen Afghan pilgrims died during this year’s Hajj ritual in Saudi Arabia, says the Ministry of Hajj and Religious Affairs (MoHRA). Around 30,000 Afghan pilgrims performed this year’s Hajj pilgrimage, with their transportation...
Dammam-London direct flights to start in November via Saudia
Zawya
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The Saudi Air Connectivity Program, in cooperation with the Saudi Tourism Authority, Dammam Airports Company, and Sharqia Development Authority (SDA), announced the launch of flights connecting King Fahd International Airport in Dammam with...
Need in-depth study on sea voyage for Hajj pilgrims: govt
Antara
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July 10, 2025
Jakarta (ANTARA) - The government will comprehensively study the time and financial aspects of sending Hajj and Umrah pilgrims to Saudi Arabia via sea routes before moving forward with the option, Religious Affairs Minister Nasaruddin Umar has...
A mega new airport in Riyadh is ready to steal the spotlight
What's on Saudi Arabia
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July 10, 2025
King Salman International Airport is expected to become one of the largest in the world As Saudi Arabia continues to develop as a tourist destination, it’s making plans for big things. Giga projects aside, we’re talking specifically about one of...
Britain's worst airport revealed - and over 100,000 passengers travel through it per day
Daily Mail
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July 10, 2025
Gatwick Airport is the UK travel hub where travellers are most likely to experience a flight delay this summer, according to new research. The UK's second busiest airport, which saw 43 million people jet away from it last year and has 100,000...
HoW’s “Travelogues” exhibition draws 13,000 visitors over 4 months
Sharjah24
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“Chapters from Islamic Art” initiative The exhibition came as part of the “Chapters from Islamic Art” initiative, graciously inaugurated by His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah. It...
'Travellers are expected to spend more than ever before' in 2025, says WTTC
Globetrender
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July 9, 2025
International visitor spending is forecast to reach a historic US$2.1 trillion in 2025, surpassing the previous peak by US$164 billion, according to new research from the World Travel & Tourism Council. Olivia Palamountain reports The latest...
Hajj Ministry suspends 2 Umrah companies for accommodating pilgrims in unlicensed facility
Saudi Gazette
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July 9, 2025
Saudi Gazette report MAKKAH — The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has suspended two Umrah companies for violations including accommodating pilgrims in unlicensed housing facilities. The ministry considers this as a serious violation that directly...
Saudi Arabia’s Esports World Cup Is Courting ‘Non-Hardcore’ Gamers, Traditional Sports Industry and Showbiz Elite With Stars and More Than $70 Million in Prizes
Variety
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July 9, 2025
The 2025 Esports World Cup is in full swing in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia with the second day of the second annual video-game-centric competition underway. At stake across 26 events for 25 different esports is more than $70 million in prize money and...
Saudi Arabia to allow foreign property ownership in Riyadh and Jeddah
Middle East Eye
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July 9, 2025
Saudi Arabia approved a new law allowing foreigners to own real estate as part of the kingdom’s plan to diversify its economy and open it to foreign investment. The long-awaited reform, passed on Tuesday, allows foreigners to buy property in...
Sri Lanka Rises as Top Summer Travel Hotspot in Emirates Global Rankings
Lanka News Web
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July 10, 2025
By: Staff Writer July 10, Colombo (LNW): Sri Lanka has emerged as one of the top three global summer travel destinations for July and August, according to Emirates, the world’s largest international airline. The island nation has seen a remarkable...
IDeaS Accelerates Expansion in Saudi Arabia with Elaf Group Partnership
Hospitality Net
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July 10, 2025
Dubai - IDeaS, a SAS company and the world’s leading provider of hospitality revenue management software and services, has announced a new partnership with Elaf Group, a leading hotel group in Saudi Arabia, for the implementation of IDeaS’ G3...
Saudia opens dedicated lounge at London Heathrow
UK Aviation News
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July 9, 2025
The Saudia Lounge ay London Heathrow Saudia, the national flag carrier of Saudi Arabia, has officially unveiled its first dedicated lounge in Europe at London Heathrow Airport (LHR/EGLL), marking a significant milestone in the airline’s...
Tajikistan Getting Back In Saddle With Flights To Saudi Arabia's Jeddah
MENAFN
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July 10, 2025
(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) DUSHANBE, Tajikistan, July 10. The Somon Air airline of Tajikistan has declared that as of July 20, 2025, regular direct flights between Dushanbe and Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, will once again be available, Trend reports....
New Saudi Arabia real estate law: Foreigners can own property from January 2026
Khaleej Times
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In a landmark decision on July 8, the Saudi Cabinet approved an updated system that will allow non-Saudis to own properties in the Kingdom from January 2026. The new system is part of ongoing reforms aimed at boosting the real estate sector and...
Saudi Arabia's new work permits to improve flexibility in hiring talent from overseas
The National News
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Saudi Arabia's new work permit classification system will introduce a more flexible approach to hiring high-skilled expats and attracting global talent but less-skilled workers may face more scrutiny, recruiters say. The kingdom's Ministry of...
Hajj agency’s license cancelled for failing to send pilgrims to Hajj
Bangladesh Post
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The Ministry of Religious Affairs has cancelled the registration certificate of a Hajj agency for failing to send pilgrims to Saudi Arabia for Hajj and then delaying refund of their money while intimidating complainants. According to an official...
Saudi Arabia sees 101 pc rise in foreign pilgrim arrivals in 2024
The Siasat Daily
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July 9, 2025
Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) recorded a 101 percent increase in pilgrim arrivals in 2024 compared to 2022, according to the Pilgrim Experience Programme’s annual report. The sharp rise is attributed to Vision 2030-driven reforms,...