The Trend in the News: The Middle East’s Wellness Ambitions
‘UN Tourism Hosts First Regional Workshop on Wellness Tourism in the Middle East’ – Hospitality Net
UN Tourism hosted its first Middle East Workshop on Wellness Tourism to enhance regional collaboration and develop innovative wellness-focused tourism offerings. Held at the UN Tourism Regional Office in Riyadh from 9–10 September, the two-day event gathered over 30 participants, including representatives from 12 Member States, industry experts, and regional stakeholders. The workshop highlighted the expanding role of wellness tourism in driving economic growth, diversifying tourism markets, and supporting sustainability across the region.
‘Red Sea Global Announces the Opening of Amaala’ – Breaking Travel News
The launch of Amaala will introduce six world-class luxury resorts along with a yacht club, a marine life institute, a state-of-the-art marina, and a vibrant Marina Village. Among the first properties and experiences set to open are Equinox Resort and Residences, Four Seasons Resort and Residences, Nammos Resort and Residences, Rosewood Resort, and Six Senses Resort. The Wellness Route—a 5km linear park linking these destinations through pristine natural landscapes—will also debut in the coming months.
‘The Best Wellness Experiences in the Middle East for 2025’ – Conde Nast Traveller
From one-night escapes to inspire better sleep and educational healing festivals led by experts to week-long tailor-made programmes that call for a more drastic change in lifestyle, the Middle East is fast becoming home to wellness-focused experiences to suit everyone, from the time-poor stressed CEO to the stay-at-home mum with burnout.
‘Kerzner International Announces Atlantis and One&Only Brands to Debut in Jeddah’ – Hotel and Catering
The site is part of the wider Jeddah Central masterplan, and will feature an Atlantis Resort with a holistic spa and wellness sanctuary and Branded Residences, as well as a One&Only Resort and Private Homes. In alignment with Saudi Arabia’s 2030 Vision, these projects are designed to contribute to the Kingdom’s goal of attracting global tourism and urban living.
‘UAE to see highest jump in consumer spending this year as Gulf region becomes new global wellness hub’ – Arabian Business
The rising trend of consumers prioritizing wellbeing and preventive health is triggering a surge in investments in the region.