Riyadh, Saudi Arabia · Available Now

Abdulaziz
Alhawsa

I help Saudi tourism businesses grow their bookings through digital marketing.

Digital Marketing Specialist. Ministry of Tourism licensed guide. Saudi Tourism Authority Ambassador. Part-time engagements welcome.

Abdulaziz Alhawsa
STA Ambassador Spirit of Saudi · Dubai 2022
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About

Where tourism
meets digital
strategy.

8+
Road Shows Globally
6+
Digital Certifications

My journey into tourism began in Seattle in 2013, when I co-founded the Saudi Students Club at Seattle Central College on a King Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Scholarship. Building that cultural exchange platform shaped how I think about representing a country and making people feel genuinely welcome somewhere that isn't their own.

When I returned to Saudi Arabia in 2018, I joined the Saudi Tourism Authority's international road show circuit: Dubai, Istanbul, Cairo, Oslo, Copenhagen, Stockholm, Helsinki, and Muscat. Through thousands of conversations with visitors and trade professionals, one pattern became clear: the difference between a good trip and an unforgettable one comes down to information and how well it reaches the right person.

That drove me to get certified in digital marketing through Google, Microsoft, HubSpot, the Saudi Digital Academy, and UN Tourism / IE University, and to obtain my Ministry of Tourism guide license after completing the 56-hour qualification program.

I apply both sides, marketing and guiding, to help Saudi tourism businesses reach more clients and convert them. I also founded Bucket List, an AI-powered marketplace connecting travelers with licensed guides across Saudi Arabia, aligned with Vision 2030.

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Services

Three things
I do well.

Part-time engagements. Official freelance license. Legal invoices issued.

Social Media Management
Full management of all your social accounts: strategy, content creation, scheduling, community engagement, and monthly reporting. Arabic and English handled natively. Tourism-specific audiences only.
InstagramXLinkedInTikTokSnapchatArabic · English
Digital Campaigns
End-to-end paid campaign planning and execution for tourism brands targeting domestic and inbound travelers. Meta Ads, Google Ads, and performance tracking built around bookings, not vanity metrics.
Meta AdsGoogle AdsAnalyticsPaid Strategy
Digital Presence
Build and manage your complete digital footprint. Google Business profile setup and optimization, website copywriting, online reputation management. This positions your business to be found and trusted before first contact.
Google ProfileSEOCopywritingReputation
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What People Say

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The outcome that Abdulaziz generates is always clear and to the point. He is a team player and a good teacher to his teammates. Abdulaziz has a big passion and I can foresee a bright and successful future for him wherever he goes.

Rayan Almushayqih Destination Marketing at Diriyah, managed Abdulaziz directly
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Abdulaziz was great to work with during the Fashion Futures Summit. He was adaptable, dependable, and maintained the utmost professionalism while interacting with event speakers, VVIP guests, and local vendors. He remained calm and friendly in times of stress.

Catelin Blowers Senior Logistics Manager, Richard Attias & Associates
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Abdulaziz demonstrates great skills in commitment, teamwork, and collaboration. I have worked with him across multiple events and projects. He has the ability to handle complicated situations every day. I am sure he will be a valuable asset to any organization.

Khaled Alsumait, Ph.D Strategic Planning · Hospitality & Tourism Management, managed Abdulaziz directly
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Background

2013
Co-Founder, Saudi Students Club
Seattle Central College, Seattle, USA
Selected for the King Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Scholarship. Co-founded a cultural exchange platform representing Saudi identity to international students.
2018
Digital Marketing Specialist
International Events, Riyadh, KSA
Returned to Saudi Arabia. Built hands-on expertise across campaign strategy, content, and paid channels supporting high-profile international events in the tourism and government sectors.
2022
Tourism Ambassador
Saudi Tourism Authority, 8 Countries
Represented Saudi Arabia at STA road shows across Dubai, Istanbul, Cairo, Oslo, Copenhagen, Stockholm, Helsinki, and Muscat. Formally recognized with the STA Ambassador certificate for the Spirit of Saudi campaign at Expo 2020 Dubai.
2024
Licensed Tour Guide
Ministry of Tourism, KSA
Completed the 56-hour MT Tour Guide Qualification Program, Tourism Pioneers Camp, and TDF GROW. Certified on Al-Riyadh Trail and Diriyah Trail. Holds a Professional Photography License from GAMR.
2025
Founder & CEO, Bucket List
bucketlist.sa, Riyadh, KSA
Founded Saudi Arabia's AI-powered marketplace connecting international travelers with MT-licensed guides. B2B2C platform built for Vision 2030, currently at pre-seed stage.
STA
Amb.
Official Recognition · 2022
Saudi Tourism Ambassador
Formally recognized by STA CEO Fahd Hamidaddin for representing Saudi Arabia at Expo 2020 Dubai as part of the Spirit of Saudi destination marketing campaign.
Guide License
Ministry of Tourism, Active
56-hour qualification program completed. Al-Riyadh Trail and Diriyah Trail certified. Professional Photography License from the General Authority of Media Regulation.
Freelance Status
Watheeqa Amal Hurr, Active
Official Saudi freelance permit. Legal invoices issued. Available for formal contracts with companies and organizations.
Digital Certifications
Google · Microsoft · HubSpot · UN Tourism
Certified through the Saudi Digital Academy, Google, Microsoft, HubSpot, and UN Tourism / IE University. Strategy & Business Development with Les Roches and Ministry of Tourism.
Education
KFU · Montana State · Seattle Central
Intermediate Diploma in Travel & Tourism, King Faisal University (2026). Industrial & Management Systems Engineering, Montana State (2015–2018). English Language Studies, Seattle Central (2013–2015).

Let's work
together.

Part-time engagements, project-based work, or ongoing retainers. Based in Riyadh. Available now.