Saudi tourism is building a shared distribution layer
An API integration between Almosafer Activities and the Saudi Partner Tourism Exchange Portal will route Saudi experience inventory across B2B and consumer channels.
The New Gulf Playbook — field notes from the people shaping the Gulf’s next hospitality, tourism, culture, and leisure stories.
Why grocery shopping still breaks down inside busy UAE households
For many working parents, the hardest part of the weekly shop is not the checkout — it is getting the right list in the first place.
Why Eid Al Etihad Workshops Matter: The UAE Is Inviting People to Shape Its 55th National Day Story
Across all seven emirates, the new workshops turn National Day into a participatory cultural project — and that says a lot about how the UAE builds belonging.
Why a Dubai Metal Band at MEFCC Says More Than You Think About Gulf Fan Culture
Metarust’s appearance in MEFCC’s live entertainment lineup points to a bigger shift: fandom events are becoming discovery platforms for local music scenes.
Beyond the Expo Floor: Where LEAP Visitors Can Unwind in Riyadh
From Diriyah and Al Masmak to KAFD and Via Riyadh, these are the places I would point LEAP visitors toward when the day’s meetings end.
More from every desk
Tourism
- Saudi travel demand is shifting inward — and becoming more connected
- Dubai Is Becoming a Longer-Stay Destination, Not Just a Stopover
- Dubai is no longer just selling a holiday — it is selling a future
- Synthetic Audiences Could Become a New Pre-Launch Layer for Gulf Communications
- The Gulf is discovering a new tourism asset: cool weather
Hospitality
- Saudi Hospitality Is Becoming a Smart-Building Story
- Luxury hospitality in the Gulf is moving beyond service towards access
- Where to Stay in Riyadh for LEAP 2026: The Best Hotels for Business Travelers and Visitors
- At.mosphere Makes High Tea Feel Like a Destination, Not a Detour
- Why JAX in Riyadh Could Become a Business Spillover Zone for Diriyah
F&B
- JAX Is Turning Warehouses Into a Cultural District, Not Just a Destination
- JAX Is Emerging as a New Dining Cluster Near Diriyah
- Saudi Arabia’s food scene is expanding beyond expectation
- Great food can still lose its edge when a restaurant feels cramped
- Via Riyadh Is Becoming a Signal for Where Fine Dining in Riyadh Is Headed
Entertainment
- The UAE’s autumn live calendar is still anchored by Arabic pop — and that matters for the whole season
- Spider-Man’s AlUla Activation Shows How Entertainment Can Reposition a Destination
- Qiddiya’s Summer Discount Points to a Bigger Shift Toward Off-Peak Demand!
- Qiddiya City Signals How Saudi Arabia Is Reframing Leisure as a Destination Economy
Culture
- LEGO Meets Deep Time in Abu Dhabi
- Dubai Is Not Just Showcasing Innovation — It Is Teaching Innovators How to Think Bigger
- Why Diriyah’s Next Chapter Depends on Blending Heritage With Modern Living
- Why Dubai Museum still belongs on a Dubai itinerary
- Diriyah Is Emerging as Saudi Arabia’s Cultural and Hospitality Anchor