WINGIE, a Mena-based travel marketplace, is seeing a significant surge in travel bookings from Saudi Arabian citizens and residents as Saudi National Day approaches.
WINGIE has reported 11 per cent increase in bookings during September, compared to the same period last year, underscoring the growing demand for both domestic and international travel.
Although domestic bookings have seen a slight decline, international travel has surged, with bookings increasing by 30 per cent.
Additionally, mobile bookings have risen by 35 per cent, with iOS leading the charge, while Android and desktop usage grew by 15-20 per cent.
Although domestic searches have experienced a slight decline, Jeddah, Riyadh, and Dammam continue to top the list of most searched domestic routes, highlighting sustained interest in regional travel.
For international travel, Saudi travelers are most interested in Cairo, Dubai, and Kuwait.
The peak travel period is expected to occur between September 20-24, with September 20 being the busiest travel day.
The season kicked off early on September 5, with the highest basket values recorded during this period.
Istanbul has seen a 25 per cent increase in bookings, reflecting growing interest in international leisure travel.
Meanwhile, Abha has experienced a 65 per cent rise, establishing itself as a leading cultural destination for this National Day. -TradeArabia News Service
