Saudi Arabia showcases culinary tourism at London fair

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The Culinary Arts Commission is participating in the World Travel Market exhibition in London from Nov. 6 to 8. (SPA)
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The Culinary Arts Commission is participating in the World Travel Market exhibition in London from Nov. 6 to 8. (SPA)
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The Culinary Arts Commission is participating in the World Travel Market exhibition in London from Nov. 6 to 8. (SPA)
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Updated 07 November 2023
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Saudi Arabia showcases culinary tourism at London fair

  • Commission aims to boost culinary tourism in Saudi Arabia through culinary arts tours across the Kingdom, attracting international visitors
  • Saudia airline launched a dedicated Umrah website in the American and Canadian markets at the World Travel Market in London

RIYADH: The Culinary Arts Commission, in partnership with the Saudi Tourism Authority, is participating in the World Travel Market exhibition in London from Nov. 6 to 8.

The commission aims to boost culinary tourism in Saudi Arabia through culinary arts tours across the Kingdom, attracting international visitors.

The commission is showcasing the culinary arts tours project at the exhibition, promoting culinary tourism in the Kingdom and highlighting Saudi dishes and products to interested visitors in the culinary profession.

Meanwhile, Saudia airline launched a dedicated Umrah website in the American and Canadian markets at the World Travel Market in London, as part of their mission to expand globally and support Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 goal of accommodating 30 million Umrah performers.

Saudia’s Umrah websites, umrahbysaudia.us and umrahbysaudia.ca, streamline Umrah package planning and booking for North American travelers, enhancing accessibility and convenience.

The platform provides extensive info on Umrah, including rituals, visas, accommodation, and transportation. It also offers personalized guest support for a seamless Umrah experience.

On Monday, Saudi Tourism Minister Ahmed Al-Khateeb opened the Saudi pavilion at the London exhibition, emphasizing Saudi Arabia’s emergence as a top global tourist destination with rich culture, natural beauty, and attractions.


KSrelief aid reaches thousands in crisis zones

Updated 18 January 2026
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KSrelief aid reaches thousands in crisis zones

  • Since 2015, KSrelief has implemented 4,066 projects in 109 countries, spending over $8.28 billion

RIYADH: Saudi aid agency KSrelief continues to provide vital assistance to some of the world’s most vulnerable communities.

In Yemen, the organization distributed 1,850 shopping vouchers in Marib governorate, enabling beneficiaries to purchase winter clothing. The aid reached hundreds of displaced individuals living in camps.

In Lebanon, the KSrelief-funded ambulance service of the Subul Al-Salam Social Association in Miniyeh district, northern Lebanon, carried out 34 emergency missions last week.

In Chad, the Saudi aid agency distributed 1,600 cartons of dates and women’s hygiene kits in Chari-Baguirmi province, benefiting 800 families from the most vulnerable groups, including people with disabilities, refugees, and widows.

KSrelief also distributed 803 food baskets in Dandadji village, Maradi, Niger, benefiting 5,621 individuals from 803 families.

In Sudan, the agency distributed 2,513 food baskets to vulnerable and displaced families in Kosti locality, White Nile state, reaching 18,678 individuals.

Since 2015, KSrelief has implemented 4,066 projects in 109 countries, spending over $8.28 billion on food security, health, education, water and sanitation, shelter and early recovery.