Saudi Tourism Revenue Surges to 82.7B Riyals in Q1

Saudi Tourism Revenue Surges to 82.7B Riyals in Q1

Saudi Arabia’s tourism sector has visualised dramatic growth, generating over 82 billion rials in Q1 2026. Whilst international visitor numbers fell due to regional instability, a high-spending luxury threshold offset low volumes. Kevin Duffield, Director of Built Asset Consulting at Cavendish Maxwell, joins Tim Elliott to analyse how maturing infrastructure, religious tourism, and entertainment sectors are driving massive spending.

DLD's Flexi Rent: The End of Upfront Cheques in Dubai?

Tim Elliott sits down with EVA Real Estate’s Senior Manager Mario Volpi to break down the Dubai Land Department’s groundbreaking Flexi Rent initiative. Designed to ease tenant financial burdens, this new programme introduces flexible monthly or quarterly rental options, challenging the region's traditional upfront cheque system and reshaping future landlord-tenant dynamics across Dubai.

To Buy or to Rent in Dubai? Moving Beyond the Excel Sheet

It’s the ultimate Dubai dilemma: is it better to buy property or keep renting? While calculators and spreadsheets can crunch the upfront costs, the true decision goes far deeper than just financial metrics. In this segment, Ajay Menon, CEO of Luxe Vista, joins the show to look beyond the Excel sheet. We explore the lifestyle factors, long-term stability, and market psychological shifts driving residents to transition from tenants to homeowners in 2026.

Bracing for the Bounce: Inside the UAE’s 2026 Property Rebound with Grovy Developers

Abhishek Jalan, CEO of Grovy Developers, joins the show to break down the post-ceasefire market dynamics. We dive into why the sub-AED 3 million segment is positioned to lead the rebound, how buyer behavior is shifting between end-users and investors, and what current demand reveals about changing priorities in affordability. From shifting luxury sentiment to a comparison of Dubai and Abu Dhabi's resilience, this conversation offers a masterclass on navigating the next phase of UAE real estate.

UAE's Under-15 Social Media Ban: Could It Change Consumer Behaviour?

The UAE has announced a ban on social media access for children under 15, a move that could reshape the way brands market, advertise and connect with young consumers. Could it change consumer behaviour, influence family spending habits, and force marketers to rethink their strategies? Joining Tim Elliott are Sourjo Mukherjee, Assistant Professor of Marketing at the University of Wollongong Dubai, Lourds Adalia-Evertse, Founder of Drippy, and tech journalist Kevin Sebastian.