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22.05.2024 - 12:01 / traveldailynews.com / Theodore Koumelis
Buddie, a new AI-driven digital platform, aims to revolutionize Saudi Arabia’s tourism by offering personalized, sustainable travel experiences tailored to individual needs and preferences.
DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES – Buddie, an innovative digital platform poised to redefine the tourism landscape in Saudi Arabia, was announced. Leveraging advanced technology, including AI, Buddie connects tourists with a comprehensive array of services and activities, making it the first of its kind to offer a fully integrated, accessible, and Sustainable tourism experience.
Designed to be universally accessible and user-friendly, Buddie is dedicated to providing exceptional experiences that are tailor-made to meet the needs and preferences of each user. By Integrating AI, the platform offers personalized travel recommendations, ensuring every tourist can enjoy a unique and fulfilling journey through the Kingdom.
Buddie co-founders
“Buddie is not just a platform; it’s a movement towards more responsible and inclusive tourism,” said Mohammed Huraib, CEO of Buddie. “We are committed to supporting the Saudi Vision 2030 by promoting sustainable tourism practices that respect our environment and cultural heritage while providing substantial growth opportunities for local SMEs and specialized communities.”
Co-founder Abdulghafoor Abdulhaleem added, “The platform also emphasizes sustainability, featuring eco-friendly options and initiatives that contribute to conservation efforts and promote environmental awareness among travelers and local communities alike.”
Key Features of Buddie:
Buddie’s official launch event will take place at the beginning of the fourth quarter this year and will be attended by key stakeholders from the tourism sector, technology innovators, sports and activities federations chairmen and chairwomen, and government sector representatives. The event will showcase the detailed functionalities of the platform and its benefits to
the tourism ecosystem in Saudi Arabia.
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