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The Saudi Tourism Sector by the Numbers Metric Figure
Why It Matters
Record-breaking milestone that positions Saudi Arabia as a global tourism hub Core Vision 2030 goal, requiring a skilled workforce in tourism and hospitality Tourism set to become a key driver of economic diversification Expanding opportunities for Saudi youth in service, management, and cultural tourism Ambition to place Saudi Arabia among the world’s leading tourism destinations
Visitors in 2023
100 million+
Target for 2030
150 million visitors
Contribution to GDP 10% by 2030
Jobs Forecast
1 million+ roles by 2030
Jobs Forecast
Top 10 by 2030
A Welcoming Future Saudi Arabia is not only investing in airports, hotels, and cultural sites. It is also investing in its people. By embedding Tourism and Hospitality into the national curriculum, the Kingdom ensures that tomorrow’s workforce will be prepared to welcome the world with both professionalism and authenticity. For visitors, this means unforgettable experiences rooted in Saudi warmth and tradition. For students, it means opportunity, empowerment, and the chance to be part of one of the most dynamic chapters in the Kingdom’s transformation.
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