Arabia Innovation Trip 2026

Innovation Journey Arabia – May 2026

Every year we discover a new, innovative world region with our clients. In 2026 our journey takes us to the Arabian Peninsula, and we're still looking for fellow travelers!

Stops (planned):

• Riyadh – capital of Saudi Arabia and a vibrant business hub

• NEOM – insights into the gigantic future project in the desert

• Dubai & UAE – meetings with international companies and a look at the region's dynamic development

• Qatar – final stop with a focus on innovation, culture and economy

Goals of the trip:

• Understand how the region works economically and culturally (a presence-oriented business culture, the dynamic between tradition & future)

• Meet local and international players

• Insights into state innovation projects & mega-investments

• Inspiration and networking in one of the most exciting regions in the world

Framework:

• Timeframe: May 2026 (one week, Saturday to Saturday)

• Cost: approx. 10,000 € incl. flights, hotels, transport, meals & program

• Participants: limited group (currently 6–7 interested people)

If you'd like to join or want more info, feel free to get in touch with me directly.

nick@futurecandy.com

We promise: it will be a varied, intense and inspiring spring trip, with sun, future projects and exciting business impressions.

In short:

The Innovation Journey Arabia 2026 takes entrepreneurs, innovators and decision-makers through the most dynamic regions of the Middle East for a week. Stops include Riyadh, the future project NEOM, the United Arab Emirates and Qatar. Participants experience the local business culture up close, meet international companies, gain insights into state innovation projects and discover new growth markets. Flights, hotels, transfers and program are organized. The trip offers inspiration, networking and exclusive impressions of a region on the rise.