Hajj Tech Upgrade: Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has launched a “comprehensive package” for foreign pilgrims for Hajj 2027, bundling holy-site services, Makkah/Madinah hospitality, transport and catering under one electronic contract on the “electronic path” platform. Airport Capacity Boost: Jeddah’s King Abdulaziz International Airport has begun phased operations at reopened Terminal 4 (up to 15m passengers/year), with Fly Jinnah and Nesma moving first and more airlines switching through Oct 3—important for travelers to avoid terminal mix-ups. Tourism Momentum: Saudi Arabia climbed three places to 29th in the World Economic Forum’s 2026 Travel and Tourism Development Index, citing Vision 2030-driven expansion and 123m domestic/inbound tourists in 2025. Design & Regenerative Tourism: Riyadh hosts the 2nd Desert Architecture KSA Forum on Oct 12-13, focusing on climate-responsive Saudi design, the “Saudi Architectural Map,” and regenerative tourism. Red Sea Luxury Sailing: Monaco Yacht Show is expanding to Saudi with the inaugural Red Sea Yacht Show in Jeddah (Oct 14-17, 2027), aiming to position the Red Sea as a winter superyacht destination.