Saudi Arabia’s hotel sector moves beyond keys toward experience
Saudi Arabia’s hospitality sector is in the midst of transformation, driven by an expanding tourism market that now reaches well beyond the religious and business segments that once defined it. As guest expectations evolve and new destinations emerge, we examine what lies ahead for hotel development across the kingdom, with insights from senior industry executives.
Saudi Arabia’s journey toward culinary maturity
Saudi Arabia’s restaurant scene is expanding rapidly, with new concepts and international brands opening at pace. As the kingdom’s dining landscape evolves, the focus is moving toward deeper questions around culinary identity, professional development and the business models that will support long-term success. With insights from leading professionals, we explore what’s next for Saudi gastronomy.
HORECA Lebanon’s Landmark 30th Edition
From April 21 to 24, 2026, HORECA Lebanon returns to Seaside Arena, Beirut, marking a defining milestone: 30 years as the region’s premier meeting place for the hospitality and foodservice industries.
SIGEP World 2026 to reshape the global foodservice scene from 16–20 January 2026
SIGEP World returns to Rimini Expo Centre from 16–20 January 2026, positioning foodservice innovation at the center of global hospitality.
World of Coffee Dubai 2026 announced from January 18 to 20, 2026 at the DWTC
DXB LIVE has announced the 5th edition of World of Coffee Dubai 2026, taking place from January 18 to 20, 2026, at the Dubai World Trade Centre. The event will span Za’abeel Halls 1, 4, 5, and 6, marking its largest footprint since launch.
Middle East Airlines marks 80 years
Middle East Airlines has reinforced its position as one of Lebanon’s most strategic national institutions, as the flag carrier recently marked the 80th anniversary of its first flight,
Saudi Feast Food Festival returns from November 27 to December 6, 2025
Located in The Avenues, Kuwait City, Midar offers a sophisticated yet nostalgic seafood experience that draws inspiration from Kuwait’s golden era of the 1960s and 1970s, a time of prosperity in design and culture.
A sweet return for Salon Du Chocolat et de La Pâtisserie Riyadh
From December 15-17, 2025, HORECA Riyadh is set to transform Riyadh Front Exhibition & Conference Center into the kingdom’s most anticipated stage for hospitality and foodservice. Over three eventful days, Saudi Arabia’s hospitality community will gather chart what’s next for the industry under Vision 2030. We learn more.
HORECA Riyadh to span 40,000 sqm
From December 15-17, 2025, HORECA Riyadh is set to transform Riyadh Front Exhibition & Conference Center into the kingdom’s most anticipated stage for hospitality and foodservice. Over three eventful days, Saudi Arabia’s hospitality community will gather chart what’s next for the industry under Vision 2030. We learn more.
Insights from talks at HORECA Riyadh
HORECA Riyadh and Salon du Chocolat et de la Pâtisserie Riyadh (15–17 December 2025) at Riyadh Front Exhibition and Conference Center successfully gathered the region’s hospitality and foodservice industry.