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Mandarin Oriental Al Faisaliah, Riyadh wins ‘Best 5 Star Hotel’ at the inaugural edition of the Arabian Travel Awards Saudi Arabia 2025. Mandarin Oriental Al Faisaliah, Riyadh was originally opened in May 2000 as Al Faisaliah Hotel, a landmark in Riyadh’s Olaya district and part of the famous Al Faisaliah Centre. In 2021, the Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group took over its management and led major renovations. In January 2024, the hotel was officially rebranded as Mandarin Oriental Al Faisaliah, Riyadh, marking the brand’s first hotel in Saudi Arabia with refreshed design and luxury facilities.

Fursan Travel wins ‘Best Business and Government Travel Management Company’ at the inaugural Arabian Travel Awards Saudi Arabia 2025. “Winning the Arabian Travel Awards validates our commitment to excellence, strengthens market credibility, and elevates brand trust. It accelerates growth by enhancing partnerships, attracting top clients, motivating teams, and supporting strategic expansion plans across Saudi Arabia and the wider region”- Hani Attia, CEO Fursan Travel & Tourism

Pullman Zamzam Makkah wins ‘Landmark Hotel in Makkah’ at the inaugural Arabian Travel Awards Saudi Arabia 2025. “Winning the Best Landmark Hotel in Makkah award is a proud milestone for Pullman Zamzam Makkah. It reflects our commitment to excellence, builds guest confidence, and gently supports our growth plans by opening doors to new opportunities, partnerships, and wider market recognition”- Ahmed Badr, Resident Manager, Pullman Zamzam Makkah

ATS Travel wins ‘Best Travel Management Company in the KSA’ at the inaugural Arabian Travel Awards Saudi Arabia 2025. “Winning an award at the inaugural Saudi edition of the Arabian Travel Awards is a moment of great pride and honour for us. This recognition reflects the journey we have taken over the years and the trust placed in us by the market. Our company has been in business for nearly 50 years, and in 2019 we identified Saudi Arabia as a high-potential and thriving market. We introduced a fresh approach to corporate travel, built on technology, innovation, and sustainability. The market embraced this vision, and today we are proud to be one of the largest travel agencies in the Kingdom. I dedicate this award to our General Manager and our hardworking team, whose dedication and commitment made this achievement possible.”- Saleem Sharif, Deputy Managing Director, ATS Travel

Fairmont Ramla Riyadh won the title as ‘Best Contemporary Luxury Hotel’ at the inaugural Arabian Travel Awards Saudi Arabia 2025. “Winning the Arabian Travel Awards in KSA is a proud recognition of our commitment to excellence, quality, and hospitality. This award strengthens the Fairmont brand, positions us as a trusted leader in Saudi Arabia’s tourism market, and reflects the dedication of our team in supporting Saudi Vision 2030 through world-class tourism experiences.”- Mohammed Mahalawi, Director of Housekeeping, Fairmont Ramla Riyadh

Saudi International Travel Co. emerged winners as ‘Best MICE Travel Company’ at the inaugural Arabian Travel Awards Saudi Arabia 2025. Established in 1980, Saudi International Travel Company is known for excellent travel and tourism services. With over 42 years of experience, it serves government and private sectors across Saudi Arabia and has supported Hajj and Umrah pilgrims for more than 12 years.

Novotel Riyadh Sahafa was recognised as the ‘Best 4-Star Hotel’ at the inaugural edition of the Arabian Travel Awards  Saudi Arabia 2025. “It’s a great honour to be nominated this evening for this prestigious award. I hope that we will gain many awards by the end of this lovely night. It’s a good recognition and an excellent recognition, not only for me but also for the hotel team. And for me, it’s kind of a coronation of all the efforts that have been happening since.”- Hessa Almazroa, General Manager, Novotel Riyadh Sahafa.

Philippine Airlines wins ‘Best Airline – South East Asia’ at the inaugural Arabian Travel Awards Saudi Arabia 2025. “Winning at the inaugural Arabian Travel Awards in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is a tremendous honour and a proud recognition of our team’s dedication, innovation, and commitment to excellence. This award reflects the hard work of everyone involved and reinforces our mission to deliver exceptional experiences to our guests. Being part of the first edition of these awards makes this recognition even more special. We thank TravTalk for organising this event and look forward to seeing it grow in the future”- Ricky Solomon L Pacquing, Country Manager-KSA, Philippine Airlines, Saudi Arabia

Hesen Al Musafer Travel wins ‘Best Tours and Excursion Provider’ at the inaugural Arabian Travel Awards Saudi Arabia 2025. “I’m very happy for this award, as it represents so much for us in the Saudi Arabia market. It is my pleasure to receive this recognition at the ceremony, and I feel truly honored and grateful. This award is not just a reflection of our work, but also a celebration of the growth, opportunities, and achievements in Saudi Arabia’s tourism industry. I am proud to be part of this journey and excited to continue contributing to the sector’s success.”- Khaled Abdo ALdhabab, Business Development Manager, Hesen Al Musafer Travel.

AlMosafer International Travel & Tourism wins ‘Best OTA’ at the inaugural Arabian Travel Awards Saudi Arabia 2025. “Winning this award reinforces Almosafer’s leadership in the Saudi travel market and reflects a strong focus on local customer needs. It strengthens trust and momentum as we continue enhancing service quality and seamless experiences for travellers across the Kingdom and beyond.”- Mohamad Habhab, Senior Director, Almosafer International Travel & Tourism