Elite Holidays wins ‘Best Innovative Sales Agent’ at the inaugural Arabian Travel Awards Saudi Arabia 2025. “All thanks and gratitude to the Almighty, who has guided us toward growth, enlightenment, and achievement. It was truly an unforgettable evening for me, as the Team Leader of Elite Holidays, to receive the Best Innovative Sales Agent Award at the Arabian Travel Awards – Saudi Arabia. We are a dedicated team of 57 professionals in the travel division and are proud to be part of the Alnasser Group. I would like to express my sincere appreciation to Mr. Abdullah Alnasser—our Chairman, mentor, and guiding force—whose vision and leadership have been instrumental in helping us reach this important milestone. I am especially proud that over the past 20 years, we have grown steadily as a low-profile yet emerging travel agency—starting from a small office in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and expanding our presence to the UAE, Bahrain, India, and Canada. Being recognised with a prestigious professional award at this stage of our journey is truly an honor. Once again, our heartfelt thanks to the Arabian Travel Awards for this recognition and encouragement. This achievement motivates us to continue striving for excellence and innovation in the travel industry.”- Faisal Yoosuf, CEO, Elite Holidays Travel and Tourism
Dr Shehara Rizly Fernando manages Middle East content, bringing over three decades of experience across print, broadcast, and digital journalism in Asia and the Middle East region. Beginning as a broadcast journalist, she transitioned into print and digital platforms, covering news, travel, tourism and destinations, hotel development, and aviation. She is also a strong advocate for women in the industry, consistently championing their growth and empowerment throughout her career.
