Middle East Business: Hilton partners with Saudi TDF; signs multiple hotel deals – Gulf Digital News

Middle East Business: Hilton partners with Saudi TDF; signs multiple hotel deals – Gulf Digital News

Hilton, a global hospitality company, has announced a strategic partnership with the Saudi Tourism Development Fund (TDF) – as well as agreements with several public and private developers for new hotels in destinations across Saudi Arabia.

In the coming years, Hilton expects to grow its portfolio to more than 75 hotels in the Kingdom across multiple award-winning brands.

Ahmed Al Khateeb, Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Tourism, said: "Saudi Vision 2030 has set the bar high for the Kingdom’s travel and tourism industry and we are committed to making Saudi Arabia one of the world’s top tourist destinations in the years to come. We are leaving no stone unturned to work on innovative projects with globally leading industry partners and look forward to achieving milestones through our collaboration with Hilton.”

Chris Nassetta, President and CEO, Hilton, said: “It was incredible to be back in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for the WTTC Global Summit and to meet with important partners. Hilton has operated in the Kingdom for more than 25 years, providing world-renowned hospitality and helping to shape an exciting future for tourism with new hotels in exciting destinations.

“The strength of Hilton’s partnerships in Saudi Arabia is testament to the government’s strategic vision and