Saudi Public Investment Fund launches Asfar to boost the hospitality and tourism sector
The Public Investment Fund (PIF) has announced the establishment of the Saudi Tourism Investment Company Asfar to support the growth of the country’s tourism sector.
The hottest trends and F&B concepts in KSA revealed
The talk “What’s new? Uncovering hot trends and the latest F&B concepts in KSA” was held during the 11th edition of Saudi HORECA Riyadh, the kingdom’s largest hospitality and foodservice trade event. Experts in the field were invited to participate in a panel discussion that delved into subjects ranging from the secrets behind a successful restaurant business to managing franchises.
How HR is evolving in Saudi Arabia
Senior Saudi HR professionals were invited to participate in a discussion on human resource opportunities, challenges and how the hospitality industry is responding to Saudization. “Human resources in the spotlight and understanding Saudization” was held on November 24, 2022, during the 11th edition of Saudi HORECA Riyadh, the kingdom’s largest hospitality and foodservice trade event.
Saudi Vision 2030 and the role of hotel operators
“How hotel operators are contributing to Vision 2030” brought hotel operators together to address the goals of Vision 2030, as well as their development pipelines and investment opportunities in the sector. The engaging and informative talk was held during Saudi HORECA Riyadh in November 2022.
How women are shaping KSA’s hospitality landscape
“How hotel operators are contributing to Vision 2030” brought hotel operators together to address the goals of Vision 2030, as well as their development pipelines and investment opportunities in the sector. The engaging and informative talk was held during Saudi HORECA Riyadh in November 2022.
Skyscanner forecasts Saudi travelers’ wants and expectations
New research from global travel site Skyscanner has revealed that Saudi Arabian holidaymakers will travel significantly in 2023 despite economic uncertainty, but price-led decision making will drive change. With 62 percent of travelers in Saudi Arabia planning to spend the same if not more on overseas travel next year, how they are going to spend this money will differ.
10K new rooms to boost IHG Hotels & Resorts’ Saudi portfolio until 2025
IHG is adding +10,000 rooms to the KSA’s supply in the next two to three years, boosting tourism infrastructure to cater to diverse audiences.
Italian Pinsa brand Pinsanity debuts in Saudi Arabia
Pinsa was created before the invention of pizza using a mix of cereals. Its flours and high water content makes it low in calories.
The Saudi F&B industry, from vision to reality
Duncan Fraser Smith, author of “Create to Plate,” reflects on F&B development in Saudi Arabia.