What is the event focus?

The congress focuses on business travel strategy, luxury tourism development, travel technology innovation, and corporate mobility transformation.

Where and when is the event taking place?

The Kingdom Business & Luxury Travel Congress will be held on 15–16 September 2026 in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Why you should not miss it?

KBLT 2026 offers direct access to decision-makers shaping corporate travel programs, luxury hospitality development, and destination strategy in the Kingdom.

Is there a dress code for the event?

Business professional attire is recommended due to the executive-level format of the congress.

Which industries are represented at the congress?

Business travel, luxury hospitality, aviation, tourism investment, travel technology, and government tourism authorities.

Kingdom Business & Luxury Travel Congress (KBLT) 2026

Name: Kingdom Business & Luxury Travel Congress (KBLT) 2026
Start: 2026-09-06T09:00:00+00:00
End: 2026-09-07T17:00:00+00:00
Location: Mövenpick Hotel and Residences Riyadh

About this event

The Kingdom Business & Luxury Travel Congress (KBLT) 2026 will take place on 15–16 September 2026 in Riyadh, KSA, bringing together senior leaders from business travel, luxury hospitality, aviation, tourism investment, and corporate mobility sectors. As Saudi Arabia continues to expand its tourism infrastructure and strengthen its position as a global business destination under Vision 2030, KBLT 2026 provides a strategic platform for industry leaders to explore premium travel experiences, corporate travel transformation, digital mobility innovation, and destination development.

Key Highlights

Strategic dialogue on the future of corporate and luxury travel in Saudi Arabia.
Leadership panels featuring global hospitality brands and regional tourism authorities.
Insights into travel technology, digital booking systems, and mobility innovation.
Executive networking connecting corporate buyers, luxury operators, and investors.

Who Should Attend?

Corporate Travel Managers
Luxury Hospitality Executives
Hotel Group Leaders
Airline and Aviation Executives
Tourism Investment Directors
Destination Development Authorities
Travel Technology Providers
Government Tourism Officials
MICE Industry Professionals
Corporate Procurement & Mobility Leaders

Main Event Components

Strategic Keynote Sessions
Industry leaders explore Saudi Arabia’s evolving business travel landscape and premium tourism strategy.
Luxury Travel & Hospitality Panels
Focused discussions on high-end experiences, destination branding, and service innovation.
Corporate Travel Strategy Discussions
Insights into procurement trends, mobility programs, and enterprise travel management transformation.
Executive Networking Forums
Curated B2B networking sessions connecting global suppliers with regional travel buyers.

Kingdom Business & Luxury Travel Congress (KBLT) 2026 was a Lifestyle & Tourism event that took place 6-7 Sep 2026 at Mövenpick Hotel and Residences Riyadh, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Event recap

The fifth Kingdom Business & Luxury Travel (KBLT) Congress took place on 6 and 7 September 2026 at the Mövenpick Hotel and Residences Riyadh, organized by QnA International. The congress brought more than 100 pre-qualified Saudi travel buyers together with international luxury travel and hospitality brands, set against a fast-growing Saudi outbound luxury travel market. Speakers included Sulaiman Al-Romi, chairman of the KBLT advisory board and chairman and CEO of Gulf Reps, and Daniel Ponzo, managing director of Zahid Travel Group.