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Umrah housing violations
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Saudi Arabia Enforces Legal Action Over Umrah Housing Violations

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has begun legal proceedings against several Umrah service providers after identifying serious gaps in the quality...

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Pickl takes a big bite into Saudi Arabia

UAE-grown burger brand Pickl has officially made its debut in Saudi Arabia with the launch of two outlets in Riyadh. This marks a...

Riyadh Metro Orange Line
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Riyadh Metro Expands Orange Line With Hassan bin Thabet Street Station

Saudi Arabia continues to invest in its capital’s public transport network with the launch of a brand-new metro stop—Hassan bin Thabet Street Station,...

Bayfront Al Khobar Blue Flag beach
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Bayfront Al Khobar Becomes Saudi Arabia’s First Blue Flag Beach Destination

Saudi Arabia has just made waves in the regional tourism landscape. Bayfront, the premium beachfront project along the Al Khobar Corniche, has officially...

Saudi Arabia credit card rules
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Saudi’s Updated Credit Card Rules Could Influence Banking Norms Across the Gulf

The Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) has introduced a new framework governing credit card transactions, fee structures, and consumer rights. The new rules, effective...

Saudi Road Code
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Saudi Arabia introduces major national Road Code reform

Saudi Arabia’s Roads General Authority (RGA) has introduced a sweeping reform to its transport sector with the official launch of the Saudi Road...

Riyadh Air
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Riyadh Air partners with Blacklane to elevate premium travel

Riyadh Air has officially teamed up with global chauffeur service Blacklane to offer a new level of luxury and convenience to its premium...

Saudi Arabia summer travel
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5 Reasons to Spend Summer 2025 in Saudi Arabia

Still finalising your summer plans? A growing number of UAE residents are setting their sights on an unexpected destination—Saudi Arabia. And for good...

Hajj UAE 2025
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UAE Issues Post-Hajj Health Advisory to Returning Pilgrims

Following the return of thousands of pilgrims from the Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia, health authorities in the UAE have issued a public...

Umrah visa resumption
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Saudi Arabia Resumes Umrah Visas from June 10

Saudi Arabia has officially resumed issuing Umrah visas from Tuesday, June 10, 2025, marking the beginning of a new season for Muslims looking...