Exercise in Ramadan? More people than ever are saying “yes” to feeling healthy and energized all-year-round, “yes” to spending more quality time taking part in activities with family and friends, and “yes” to the happy buzz of endorphins that even a gentle workout brings. During Ramadan, the key is to take exercise that is light, manageable and enjoyable — as simple as a short walk.
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts is joining the action with the launch of #MoveThisRamadan — an initiative encompassing 15 Four Seasons locations across the Middle East and North Africa, as well as Istanbul and Jakarta. Each property will host weekly wellness activities led by a resident fitness expert, open to both local communities and hotel guests. From jogging to yoga, stretching and strolls — the choice of fitness sessions has been carefully designed taking into consideration local climates and activity levels that are appropriate when fasting.
Riyadh residents have the choice of not one but two different exercise classes offered by the expert fitness team at Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh at Kingdom Center. Those with the energy for a lively group activity can head to Body Bump led by Bahaa Mahmoud, taking place every Monday and Wednesday throughout Ramadan at 5 p.m. For those looking for a calming, stretching session, a dedicated Yoga Class led by Kesavadas Das will run at 5:00 p.m. every Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday.
From the opening of its first hotel in 1961, the story of Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts is defined by the constant pursuit of guest happiness through understanding their needs — including wellness. In fact, Four Seasons was the first hospitality company to integrate fitness centers and spas into its hotels, and the first to introduce a choice of healthy dishes on the menu. Today, the story continues with #MoveThisRamadan.
In addition to enabling people to come together and enjoy exercise, #MoveThisRamadan celebrates the region’s cultural sites and spectacular landscapes with activities that make the most of a stunning collection of locales. Whether it’s joining the group of “Beachside Strollers” at Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach or “City Striders” at Four Seasons Hotel DIFC, taking a Pranayama Class against the stunning skyline of Manama at Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay, or jogging along the Nile with the Cairo Runners and the Four Seasons Egypt Collection, #MoveThisRamadan journeys make a photo-worthy treat at the magical hour of sunset.
Drawing on the holy month’s key values of togetherness, sharing and finding inner peace, #MoveThisRamadan supports physical activity as a natural component of everyone’s Ramadan ritual.
Staying healthy and energized with light fitness activities
Staying healthy and energized with light fitness activities
Saudi Arabia world’s safest and most attractive investment destination, says chairman of Sumou Holding
Saudi Arabia has emerged as one of the world’s safest and most attractive destinations for investment, supported by the strength and resilience of its economy, according to Ayed bin Farhan Al-Qahtani, chairman of Sumou Holding.
Al-Qahtani said the Kingdom’s economy has consistently demonstrated its ability to navigate global and regional crises. He noted that Saudi Arabia has historically adapted to challenging conditions and emerged stronger, thanks to prudent economic policies and effective governance, both of which have reinforced the market’s financial strength. Al-Qahtani added that Saudi Vision 2030 has reshaped the structure of the national economy by diversifying income sources and leveraging the country’s core strengths, creating a more flexible and sustainable economic environment capable of withstanding global volatility.
According to Al-Qahtani, business activity across Saudi Arabia continues to operate normally despite current global uncertainties, highlighting the adaptability and experience of Saudi companies across multiple sectors.
Sumou Holding currently manages an investment portfolio valued at about $10 billion. Al-Qahtani said that the group plans to expand its investments in the Kingdom while seeking to attract additional foreign capital through international partnerships and joint ventures.
The company is evaluating a range of new opportunities across key sectors and particularly in real estate, which Al-Qahtani described as one of the most secure and attractive investment sectors in the Saudi market amid rising demand for residential, commercial, and development projects.
Saudi Arabia’s property market has also undergone significant regulatory reforms aimed at boosting its appeal to international investors. A new foreign property ownership law, which came into effect in early 2026, allows non-Saudis — individuals and companies, residents and non-residents — to own residential, commercial, and agricultural properties across designated areas of the Kingdom.
The framework will increase capital inflows into the real estate sector while introducing specific ownership rules for the holy cities of Makkah and Madinah, two markets Al-Qahtani said remain among the most secure and globally attractive for long-term investment.
Sumou Holding owns two companies listed on the Saudi Exchange: Sumou Real Estate Co. and Ader Real Estate Co.
Al-Qahtani added that the group’s international arm, Ader Global, is building partnerships with global investors and directing capital toward promising opportunities in the Saudi market, reinforcing the Kingdom’s role as a regional hub for investment and multinational companies.
With its strong regulatory framework, investment security, and continued government support for the private sector, Saudi Arabia is well positioned to attract further foreign capital in the coming years, Al-Qahtani said, cementing the country’s status as a leading global investment destination both today and in the future.
