Play Qiddiya City DMMO | How Play and Live Tourism Are Reshaping Travel | Skift Megatrends 2025

Описание: For a session presented by Play Qiddiya City, Ross McAuley, Director General of Qiddiya City, joins Carolyn Kremins, President of Skift, to discuss the Skift Megatrend: “The Power of Play Is Inspiring a New Generation of Travelers.”

Key points from the session:

Qiddiya City: A new destination near Riyadh, built around sports, entertainment, and culture. It will feature the world’s tallest roller coaster at Six Flags theme park.

The Power of Play: Play is a universal human instinct that fosters connection and competition. Qiddiya embraces this for all ages and economic backgrounds.

Live Tourism: Travelers want immersive, emotional experiences. Qiddiya City is designed to offer authentic, engaging cultural moments.

Inclusivity & Authenticity: Qiddiya welcomes all visitors, reflecting Saudi Arabia’s youthful, dynamic culture.

Discover how Qiddiya City is setting the stage for the next generation of tourism!

View the full editorial write-up at https://skift.com/2024/12/10/qa-the-p...

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