Remember Saudi Arabia? The land of vast deserts and seemingly endless oil reserves? Well, there’s a new story emerging — and it involves millions of tourists! The Saudi Arabia tourism boom is shattering records and exceeding expectations.
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Everything you need to know about the Saudi Arabia tourism boom
According to the World Travel & Tourism Council’s 2024 report, Saudi Arabia’s tourism sector saw a staggering 32% growth in its contribution to the country’s GDP in 2023. This translates to a whopping SAR 444.3 billion (S$159 billion), making tourism a significant player in the Saudi economy,…