Sustainability is becoming an increasingly important consideration within the Middle East, Gulf, and Saudi Arabia’s luxury travel sector.
Especially in Saudi Arabia, one Mega Tourism Project after the other makes the Saudi Kingdom a tourism country of unlimited possibilities.
Travel and Tourism response to climate change, net zero, and a luxury travel trend are getting added to the unlimited possibilities.
61% of Saudi Arabia, the Gulf Region, and Middle East residents say they are willing to pay a premium for more responsible, eco-friendly, sustainable tourism experiences.
In luxury travel post-pandemic, one in 10 consumers has stayed in luxury eco-friendly accommodation during the past three years.
This is especially prevalent among high-income travelers, whose sustainable luxury hotel stays have increased by 50% during the same period, according to a study by ATM.
In the Middle East, Gulf, and Saudi region, travel has become more important since the Covid-19 pandemic.
Regarding luxury travel priorities, a quarter of those living in the region are looking for great entertainment, whereas 19% place the most significant emphasis on premium-quality accommodation when booking trips.
Tags: Saudi Arabia, Gulf Region, Middle East, sustainable tourism, luxury travel