Sep 6, 2026 The fifth edition of the Kingdom Business & Luxury Travel (KBLT) Congress is set to take place at the Movenpick Hotel and Residences Riyadh on September 6-7, 2026, uniting over 100 pre-qualified buyers from Saudi Arabia with prominent international travel brands, as the Kingdom’s outbound luxury sector continues to grow at a swift pace. Projections indicate that Saudi spending on outbound tourism will surpass $30.7 billion (SAR 115 billion) during 2026, supported by an anticipated 12.3 million trips abroad by citizens. The nation’s luxury travel market, currently estimated at roughly $13.5 billion for this year, is expected to exceed $25 billion by 2033. In this context, the KBLT Advisory Board observes that affluent Saudi travelers are growing more discerning, shifting their focus away from conventional five-star accommodations toward bespoke, genuine, and experience-centric journeys. Sulaiman Al-Romi, who chairs the KBLT Congress Advisory Board and serves as Chairman & CEO of Gulf Reps, Saudi Premier Travel & Tourism Group, remarked that the Congress has developed in tandem with the market. He highlighted that KBLT has grown from a simple meet-up into a fully international congress, drawing unprecedented global interest and high participation demand. This trajectory mirrors the swift maturation of Saudi Arabia’s outbound luxury travel industry, with its travelers now counted among the most selective and coveted worldwide. Al-Romi emphasized that the primary change is not merely increased expenditure but elevated expectations. The key transformation lies in a move away from standard luxury offerings toward tailored, meaningful, and highly individualized experiences. Modern Saudi business and leisure travelers are looking for cultural engagement, well-being, seclusion, and smooth, custom-made services. They are seasoned globetrotters, tech-savvy, and prioritize authenticity and uniqueness over generic premium hotel features. This evolution is also visible in Saudi Arabia’s own expanding tourism landscape. Waleed Bin Huzaim, who advises the government sector in the Kingdom on strategic communication and international protocol, noted that the country’s tourism messaging is shifting from future promises to present-day realities. He explained that, in earlier years, much of the communication centered on outlining ambitions and showcasing planned developments. Now, however, the narrative has changed, with many of those projects having become tangible attractions that visitors can experience directly. This marks a pivotal transition in Saudi tourism communication, moving from discussing aspirations to welcoming guests to witness them firsthand. For international destinations aiming to attract Saudi visitors, the key lies in designing offerings around the traveler’s preferred experiences rather than merely promoting lodging. Daniel Ponzo, Managing Director of Zahid Travel Group in Saudi Arabia, pointed out that Saudi travelers are increasingly picking destinations based on the story and experiences they offer, rather than just the hotel name. He noted that many places continue to market rooms and fixed itineraries instead of crafted experiences, underestimating the importance Saudi clients place on privacy, adaptable schedules, and truly personalized service. A gap remains in how destinations develop products tailored to this audience. Ponzo summed up the sector’s evolution by saying that Saudi luxury travelers now seek the most compelling narrative rather than simply the finest hotel. Those destinations that grasp this change are likely to dominate this market in the coming decade. Sidh NC, Director of QnA International, stated that KBLT’s expansion underscores the significance of the Saudi outbound market and the growing refinement of its travelers. Each edition of the congress has scaled up alongside the industry it serves, and this year continues that pattern. What began as a venue to link Saudi buyers with global travel providers has evolved into one of the region’s most anticipated luxury travel events. The Saudi outbound traveler is now more sophisticated and exacting than before, and this gathering aims to ensure that participating destinations and brands are equipped to satisfy those demands. As Saudi Arabia cements its status as a significant global force in luxury outbound travel, KBLT 2026 serves as a convergence point for the country’s travel industry leaders and international destinations vying for a share of Saudi business. Across its two-day program in Riyadh, the congress seeks to convert insights into the Saudi traveler’s preferences into concrete commercial ties and collaborative ventures. 1. INTRODUCTION Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business REPORT DESCRIPTION RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND THE AI PLATFORM DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY A Quick Overview of Market Performance KEY FINDINGS MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional EditionPRO 3. MARKET OVERVIEW Understanding the Current State of The Market and its Prospects MARKET SIZE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2025) AND FORECAST (2026–2035) CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2025) AND FORECAST (2026–2035) MARKET FORECAST TO 2035 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCTS FOR DIVERSIFICATION Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS MOST CONSUMED PRODUCTS MOST TRADED PRODUCTS MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCTS FOR EXPORT 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Export TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT TOP CONSUMING MARKETS UNSATURATED MARKETS TOP IMPORTING MARKETS MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS 7. PRODUCTION The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2025) AND FORECAST (2026–2035) PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2025) AND FORECAST (2026–2035) 8. IMPORTS The Largest Import Supplying Countries IMPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2025) AND FORECAST (2026–2035) IMPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2025) AND FORECAST (2026–2035) IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2025) AND FORECAST (2026–2035) 9. EXPORTS The Largest Destinations for Exports EXPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2025) AND FORECAST (2026–2035) EXPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2025) AND FORECAST (2026–2035) EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2025) AND FORECAST (2026–2035) 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles 11. COUNTRY PROFILES The Largest Markets And Their Profiles This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO 11.1 United States Market Size Production Imports Exports 11.2 China Market Size Production Imports Exports 11.3 Japan Market Size Production Imports Exports 11.4 Germany Market Size Production Imports Exports 11.5 United Kingdom Market Size Production Imports Exports 11.6 France Market Size Production Imports Exports 11.7 Brazil Market Size Production Imports Exports 11.8 Italy Market Size Production Imports Exports 11.9 Russian Federation Market Size Production Imports Exports 11.10 India Market Size Production Imports Exports 11.11 Canada Market Size Production Imports Exports 11.12 Australia Market Size Production Imports Exports 11.13 Republic of Korea Market Size Production Imports Exports 11.14 Spain Market Size Production Imports Exports 11.15 Mexico Market Size Production Imports Exports 11.16 Indonesia Market Size Production Imports Exports 11.17 Netherlands Market Size Production Imports Exports 11.18 Turkey Market Size Production Imports Exports 11.19 Saudi Arabia Market Size Production Imports Exports 11.20 Switzerland Market Size Production Imports Exports 11.21 Sweden Market Size Production Imports Exports 11.22 Nigeria Market Size Production Imports Exports 11.23 Poland Market Size Production Imports Exports 11.24 Belgium Market Size Production Imports Exports 11.25 Argentina Market Size Production Imports Exports 11.26 Norway Market Size Production Imports Exports 11.27 Austria Market Size Production Imports Exports 11.28 Thailand Market Size Production Imports Exports 11.29 United Arab Emirates Market Size Production Imports Exports 11.30 Colombia Market Size Production Imports Exports 11.31 Denmark Market Size Production Imports Exports 11.32 South Africa Market Size Production Imports Exports 11.33 Malaysia Market Size Production Imports Exports 11.34 Israel Market Size Production Imports Exports 11.35 Singapore Market Size Production Imports Exports 11.36 Egypt Market Size Production Imports Exports 11.37 Philippines Market Size Production Imports Exports 11.38 Finland Market Size Production Imports Exports 11.39 Chile Market Size Production Imports Exports 11.40 Ireland Market Size Production Imports Exports 11.41 Pakistan Market Size Production Imports Exports 11.42 Greece Market Size Production Imports Exports 11.43 Portugal Market Size Production Imports Exports 11.44 Kazakhstan Market Size Production Imports Exports 11.45 Algeria Market Size Production Imports Exports 11.46 Czech Republic Market Size Production Imports Exports 11.47 Qatar Market Size Production Imports Exports 11.48 Peru Market Size Production Imports Exports 11.49 Romania Market Size Production Imports Exports 11.50 Vietnam Market Size Production Imports Exports LIST OF TABLES Key Findings In 2025 Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2025) and Forecast (2026–2035) Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2025) and Forecast (2026–2035) Per Capita Consumption, by Country, 2022–2025 Production, In Physical Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2025) and Forecast (2026–2035) Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2025) and Forecast (2026–2035) Imports, In Value Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2025) and Forecast (2026–2035) Import Prices, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2025) and Forecast (2026–2035) Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2025) and Forecast (2026–2035) Exports, In Value Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2025) and Forecast (2026–2035) Export Prices, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2025) and Forecast (2026–2035) LIST OF FIGURES Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2025) and Forecast (2026–2035) Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2025) and Forecast (2026–2035) Consumption, by Country, 2025 Market Volume Forecast to 2035 Market Value Forecast to 2035 Market Size and Growth, By Product Average Per 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