Riyadh - Sharikat Mubasher: The inaugural edition of WTM Spotlight Riyadh will take place in the Saudi capital from 8 to 10 September, bringing together global and regional travel leaders, buyers, and suppliers to evaluate the expansion of the Saudi hotel sector.

The event will welcome over 450 exhibitors, attract 6,500 regional and international visitors, and feature 150 international hosted buyers, serving as a dedicated platform for collaboration, sharing insights, and business development within the tourism and travel industry.

It will showcase key trends shaping the $27.14 billion hospitality market in Saudi Arabia and highlight how Saudi travel demand is influencing both the local and international markets.

WTM Spotlight Riyadh will also examine the travel preferences of Saudi travelers and their growing impact on international hospitality markets.

Danielle Curtis, Exhibition Director for the Middle East at RX Global, the organizer of Arabian Travel Market and WTM Spotlight Riyadh, said: “WTM Spotlight Riyadh aims to create a focused environment where these developments can be thoroughly explored and meaningful connections can be made across the travel and hospitality value chain.”

The exhibition, conference program, and curated networking opportunities at the event will provide a platform for industry leaders to explore market trends, investment priorities, and evolving traveler expectations in Saudi Arabia and international markets.

Moreover, WTM Spotlight Riyadh will reinforce Saudi Arabia’s position as a key hub for global collaboration in the tourism and travel industry.