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Skift
13-06-2025
- Business
- Skift
The Private Sector's Role in Saudi's Travel Ambitions
Global awareness of Saudi Arabia has grown significantly due to high-profile events. But there are challenges to building a travel business in the country. Skift Podcast Compelling discussions with travel industry leaders and creatives who are helping to shape the future of travel. Compelling discussions with travel industry leaders and creatives who are helping to shape the future of travel. Learn More This bonus episode of the Skift Travel Podcast features a discussion with Muzzammil Ahussain, CEO of Almosafer, Saudi Arabia's largest travel and tourism company. Ahussain offered his thoughts on the evolution of the Saudi travel industry, the importance of Saudi travelers, and Almosafer's vision for the country's tourism development, among other topics, with Skift CEO Rafat Ali. Listen Now Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube | RSS Five Key Points Saudi Arabia's Emerging Global Travel Influence: Saudi travelers are high-spending and increasingly mobile, making them a valuable segment globally. The country is also a major inbound destination, especially for religious tourism. Domestic Tourism Boom Post-Covid: COVID-19 was a catalyst for domestic tourism, shifting Saudis' travel habits from primarily religious or family visits to leisure exploration of their own country. Growth Priorities – Religious Tourism & Leisure Expansion: While consumer travel remains the core revenue driver, Almosafer sees major near-term growth in religious tourism due to improved infrastructure and accessibility. Leisure tourism is projected to see growth, especially with Saudi Arabia's ongoing developments ahead of major events like Expo 2030 and the World Cup. Evolving Global Perceptions of Saudi Arabia: Global awareness of Saudi Arabia has improved significantly due to high-profile events, sports, and cultural openness. Talent Challenges and Investment in Human Capital: Retaining top local talent is a key challenge due to growing opportunities across the country. Significant national investment has been made in training and development, especially in tourism and hospitality. Episode Summary Skift CEO Rafat Ali and Muzzammil Ahussain discussed Almosafer's role as a leading travel company in Saudi Arabia and its position as a key player in the greater region's tourism industry. Ahussain also shared information about his personal journey, including how his international education shaped his global outlook. The Almosafer CEO provided details about the company's rapid growth, which was boosted by its significant investment in technology. Ahussain also addressed the challenges of building a travel business in Saudi Arabia due to the multitude of holidays on the country's calendar. And he touched on the sense of ambition that drives Saudi Arabia's development, especially as the country is poised for an inbound tourism surge.
Arabian Post
27-05-2025
- Business
- Arabian Post
Almosafer Secures Global Role in Saudi Hospitality Drive
Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Saudi Arabia's premier travel company, Almosafer, has been appointed the first global travel agency partner of Hotel Management Company Adeera, a firm backed by the Public Investment Fund . The partnership is designed to bolster the Kingdom's hospitality sector by integrating Adeera's hotel brands into Almosafer's expansive travel platforms, targeting both domestic and international travellers. This collaboration aligns with Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030, aiming to diversify the economy and enhance the tourism industry. By leveraging Almosafer's digital reach and Adeera's commitment to authentic Saudi hospitality, the alliance seeks to offer seamless booking experiences and promote the Kingdom's cultural heritage to a global audience. ADVERTISEMENT Muzzammil Ahussain, CEO of Almosafer, emphasized the significance of the partnership, stating, 'Our expansive digital reach and integrated platforms make us the perfect partner to showcase PIF company Adeera's authentic Saudi hospitality brand and services to the world.' He highlighted the goal of connecting travellers to the unique culture and heritage of Saudi Arabia through this initiative. Stefan Leser, CEO of Adeera, echoed this sentiment, noting, 'Saudi Arabia's unique hospitality culture is an essential part of its identity and integral to the Kingdom's ambitious tourism goals.' He expressed confidence that the partnership with Almosafer would further connect tourists to authentic Saudi hospitality that reflects the Kingdom's unique culture. Adeera, established by the PIF, aims to develop and manage hotel brands that embody Saudi Arabia's rich hospitality traditions while adhering to global standards. The company focuses on creating homegrown hospitality brands and enhancing the capacity of the local sector through training and skills development programs in collaboration with international hospitality specialists. Almosafer, a part of Seera Group, operates a comprehensive travel platform catering to various sectors, including consumer, corporate, and government travel. The company's portfolio includes services for leisure and religious travel, offering a range of travel solutions from flight bookings to hotel reservations and local activities. The partnership between Almosafer and Adeera is expected to play a pivotal role in promoting Saudi Arabia as a premier travel destination. By integrating Adeera's hospitality offerings into Almosafer's platforms, the collaboration aims to provide travellers with access to top-tier Saudi Arabian hospitality experiences.
Tourism Breaking News
27-05-2025
- Business
- Tourism Breaking News
Almosafer appointed first global travel agency partner of The Hotel Management Company 'Adeera' to promote authentic Saudi Arabian hospitality
Post Views: 33 Almosafer entered into a partnership with Hotel Management Company 'Adeera' to promote world-class Saudi Arabian hospitality to domestic and inbound tourists. The MoU aims to enhance the Kingdom's thriving hospitality and tourism sector in line with the ambitious goals of Saudi Vision 2030. As part of the newly signed partnership, Almosafer, as the first global travel agency, will integrate Adeera's hospitality brands across its portfolio of B2B and B2C travel & tourism businesses to offer domestic and international travellers seamless access to top-of-the-range Saudi Arabian hospitality. The significant collaboration between the PIF entity and the national champion of Saudi Arabia's travel and tourism sector marks a milestone for the Kingdom's luxury hospitality sector. Muzzammil Ahussain, CEO, Almosafer, said, 'As a homegrown company catering to the growing needs of domestic and international travellers, we are proud to connect the world to the unique culture and heritage of Saudi Arabia. Our expansive digital reach and integrated platforms make us the perfect partner to showcase PIF company Adeera's authentic Saudi hospitality brand and services to the world, and we look forward to enabling a seamless booking experience for more people to enjoy Saudi Arabian hospitality at its best.' Stefan Leser, CEO, Adeera: 'Saudi Arabia's unique hospitality culture is an essential part of its identity and integral to the Kingdom's ambitious tourism goals. At Adeera, we are committed to bringing this same spirit of warmth and luxury and further elevating it through our carefully curated selection of homegrown hospitality brands in our role as the national champion of the Saudi hospitality sector. Through our partnership with a leading brand like Almosafer and its immense digital reach, we hope to connect tourists further to authentic Saudi hospitality that truly reflects the unique culture of the Kingdom.' A new kind of purpose-driven hotel group with its roots in Saudi Arabia's rich hosting heritage and its sights set on transforming hospitality, Adeera combines deep cultural insight with world-class hospitality expertise. Almosafer's extensive on-ground knowledge and digitally integrated platforms that offer a seamless booking experience across a range of travel services, from flight bookings to hotel reservations and local activities, make Saudi's leading travel company the perfect partner to further promote the offerings of Adeera to the world.
Mid East Info
20-05-2025
- Business
- Mid East Info
Almosafer partners with Miral Destinations to drive tourism from Saudi Arabia and the region to Yas Island Abu Dhabi
The collaboration aims to leverage Almosafer's reach and expertise in the Kingdom to further elevate Abu Dhabi's status as a tourism hub Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates; May , 2025: Almosafer, the Middle East's leading travel brand, has announced a partnership with Miral Destinations, a subsidiary of Miral, to promote their leading leisure and entertainment destination Yas Island, among travellers from KSA & Kuwait. The partnership aims to enhance tourist footfall in the UAE capital through Almosafer's consumer travel platforms. As part of the agreement, Almosafer will leverage its expertise and reach within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and across the region to promote Yas Island's immersive experiences. This includes its award-winning theme parks – Ferrari World, Yas Waterworld, Warner Bros. World, and SeaWorld Yas Island – along with world-class hotels and other attractions. These will be marketed to travellers from Saudi Arabia and beyond, in addition to Yas Island's calendar of world-class events, sporting spectacles, family entertainment, and other leisure activities. Muzzammil Ahussain, Chief Executive Officer of Almosafer (part of Seera Group), said: 'Our collaboration with Miral Destinations is reflective of our growing clout to drive tourism within the dynamic regional travel ecosystem. Saudi Arabia's robust presence in the global tourism sector has made it a magnet for both inbound and outbound tourism today. We look forward to further enhancing Abu Dhabi's reputation as a global tourism hub by driving more tourists to Yas Island and helping create memorable moments for all who choose to embark on a summer adventure with us and we are confident our digital travel platforms and omnichannel offerings will provide a seamless booking experience.' Liam Findlay, CEO, Miral Destinations said: 'We're pleased to collaborate with Almosafer to welcome more Saudi travellers to Yas Island. Collaborations are key to our success across the global tourism stage, and we look forward to providing all our guests with a truly unforgettable experience. This partnership allows us to further position Yas Island as a must-visit destination, offering memorable moments for every visitor.' Miral Destinations is committed to inspiring and connecting people through the power of shared experiences. As a trusted destination partner, they strive to deliver memorable moments to guests across leisure, entertainment, tourism attractions and landmarks throughout Abu Dhabi and beyond. The UAE's rapidly growing prominence within the global travel ecosystem has made it a lucrative market for international travel and tourism companies. Almosafer's leading status in the regional travel sector has made it the go-to omnichannel travel brand for those seeking access to top-tier travel destinations. About Almosafer: Almosafer is the Middle East's leading travel brand offering consumers seamless user experiences for domestic and international travel bookings through its omni-channel offerings across state-of-the-art online platforms, call centre, WhatsApp and retail locations. Providing hotel booking options for over 1.5 million properties around the globe, flight bookings on over 450 airlines, domestic chalet and istiraha reservations, complete holiday packages, domestic activities, car rental, transfers, concierge planning services and more, Almosafer boasts various convenient booking solutions for any type of travel need. With the heritage of being a homegrown business and harnessing extensive experience in the region, the brand has developed a deep understanding of local travel needs, preferences and traveller segments. Tailored holiday packages for Saudi travellers, dedicated offers and deals, alongside one-on-one consultation across WhatsApp, a 24/7 call centre and in-branch travel advisors, add to the sense of personalised service only a local business such as Almosafer can provide, to help customers find richer and more memorable experiences wherever and whenever they travel. This personalised service, in addition to a simple payment process across the latest secure payment options, makes Almosafer the travel brand of choice for leisure trips, business travel, or family vacations with complex itineraries. Miral Destinations: Miral Destinations, a subsidiary of Miral, is the trusted one-stop destination partner that inspires and connects people through the power of shared experiences, delivering countless memorable moments and joy to guests across leisure, entertainment, and tourism attractions and landmarks throughout Abu Dhabi and beyond. The Miral Destinations umbrella encompasses the two key destinations; Yas Island, which is home to world-class theme parks such as Ferrari World Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, Yas Waterworld Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, Warner Bros. World™ Yas Island, Abu Dhabi and SeaWorld® Yas Island, Abu Dhabi. It is also home to incredible attractions such as the record-breaking CLYMB™ Yas Island, Abu Dhabi and the thrilling Yas Marina Circuit home to the Formula 1® Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. Whereas Saadiyat Island is the middle east's most beautiful beach and cultural destination where transformative luxury is met with a beacon of sophistication and exclusivity. Miral Destinations aims to contribute to Abu Dhabi achieving international recognition and commercial success, strengthening the emirate's reputation as a global tourism hub.
Arabian Business
20-05-2025
- Business
- Arabian Business
Almosafer, Miral sign deal to drive GCC tourism to Abu Dhabi's Yas Island
Almosafer, the Middle East's leading travel brand, has announced a partnership with Miral Destinations to promote its premier leisure and entertainment destination, Yas Island, among travellers from Saudi Arabia and Kuwait. The partnership aims to enhance tourist footfall in the UAE capital through Almosafer's consumer travel platforms. As part of the agreement, Almosafer will leverage its expertise and reach within Saudi Arabia and across the region to promote Yas Island's immersive experiences. This includes its award-winning theme parks – Ferrari World, Yas Waterworld, Warner Bros. World, and SeaWorld Yas Island – along with world-class hotels and other attractions. These will be marketed to travellers from Saudi Arabia and beyond, in addition to Yas Island's calendar of world-class events, sporting spectacles, family entertainment, and other leisure activities. Muzzammil Ahussain, Chief Executive Officer of Almosafer, said Saudi Arabia's robust presence in the global tourism sector has made it a magnet for both inbound and outbound tourism today. 'We look forward to further enhancing Abu Dhabi's reputation as a global tourism hub by driving more tourists to Yas Island and helping create memorable moments for all who choose to embark on a summer adventure with us and we are confident our digital travel platforms and omnichannel offerings will provide a seamless booking experience,' he said. Liam Findlay, CEO, Miral Destinations, said the company is pleased to collaborate with Almosafer to welcome more Saudi travellers to Yas Island. 'This partnership allows us to further position Yas Island as a must-visit destination, offering memorable moments for every visitor,' he said. The UAE's rapidly growing prominence within the global travel ecosystem has made it a lucrative market for international travel and tourism companies.
