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Taif sees 25% rise in summer tourism spending
The Taif Governorate experienced a surge in the tourism sector during the summer of 2026, driven by increased tourism investments and higher spending levels. The expenditure on entertainment rose by 25%, reaching 27.2 million riyals in June 2026. Indicators of spending and the expansion of investment projects also grew, with 23 new restaurants opening and total sales exceeding 25 million transactions, generating revenues of 1.3 billion riyals—an increase of 1% compared to the previous month. The airline sector recorded the highest growth, with sales increasing by 33%, followed by entertainment and culture at 12.8%, and hotels at 11.2%. Current projects include developing King Fahd Park, recreational parks, and tourism resorts, as well as upgrading several destinations such as Othaim Hills and the National Park, aimed at enhancing capacity and improving the quality of tourism services, amid ongoing growing demand for food services, accommodations, and entertainment.
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