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According to the report, the Philippines is strengthening its tourism ties with Saudi Arabia as part of its bid to capture a bigger share of the Middle East travel market, the Department of Tourism (DOT) said Thursday. Earlier this month, the DOT held high-level meetings with Saudi Airlines and Riyadh Air to discuss air connectivity expansion and possible joint tourism promotions.
The report also stated that the DOT delegation met separately with Saudi Airlines General Manager Abdulrahman Alabdulwahab and Riyadh Air Vice President for Network Planning and Partnerships Wolfgang Reuss during the 26th UN Tourism General Assembly in Riyadh from Nov. 7 to 11.
According to the DOT, there are two existing direct flights connecting the two countries: Riyadh–Manila and Jeddah–Manila.
Frasco said in a message that, as a destination, the Philippines continues to gain ground among Saudi travelers, recognized for its warm hospitality, competitive value, English-speaking service culture, and growing Halal-friendly tourism infrastructure. Saudi nationals enjoy visa-free entry to the Philippines for up to 30 days, making travel easier and more accessible.
The report also said that Saudi Arabia has emerged as one of the world’s fastest-growing outbound tourism markets, driven by a young and affluent population with high disposable income for travel. It represents one of our most dynamic and high-value markets in the Middle East."
Source: PNA
EXPANDED TOURISM. Department of Tourism (DOT) Undersecretary Verna Buensuceso (second from right) represents Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco in high-level meetings with Saudi aviation executives on the sidelines of the 26th United Nations (UN) Tourism General Assembly in Riyadh from Nov. 7 to 11, 2025. The executives discussed the expansion of air connectivity between the Middle East and the Philippines, as well as the development of joint tourism promotion initiatives. (Photo courtesy of DOT)
The report also stated that the DOT delegation met separately with Saudi Airlines General Manager Abdulrahman Alabdulwahab and Riyadh Air Vice President for Network Planning and Partnerships Wolfgang Reuss during the 26th UN Tourism General Assembly in Riyadh from Nov. 7 to 11.
According to the DOT, there are two existing direct flights connecting the two countries: Riyadh–Manila and Jeddah–Manila.
Frasco said in a message that, as a destination, the Philippines continues to gain ground among Saudi travelers, recognized for its warm hospitality, competitive value, English-speaking service culture, and growing Halal-friendly tourism infrastructure. Saudi nationals enjoy visa-free entry to the Philippines for up to 30 days, making travel easier and more accessible.
The report also said that Saudi Arabia has emerged as one of the world’s fastest-growing outbound tourism markets, driven by a young and affluent population with high disposable income for travel. It represents one of our most dynamic and high-value markets in the Middle East."
Source: PNA
EXPANDED TOURISM. Department of Tourism (DOT) Undersecretary Verna Buensuceso (second from right) represents Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco in high-level meetings with Saudi aviation executives on the sidelines of the 26th United Nations (UN) Tourism General Assembly in Riyadh from Nov. 7 to 11, 2025. The executives discussed the expansion of air connectivity between the Middle East and the Philippines, as well as the development of joint tourism promotion initiatives. (Photo courtesy of DOT)