About Us

About Us

Unique Destination Travel Network (UDTN) is a multi-award-winning Umrah and leisure travel network operating within a diversified tourism group with over 30 years of proven industry experience. Recognised for operational excellence, ethical leadership, and consistent delivery, UDTN is trusted by partners and travellers across global markets to manage complex journeys with clarity, accountability, and care.

A vision to transform

Our vision is to set the global benchmark for ethical, high-quality travel experiences that strengthen communities. We aim to lead through standards, governance, and execution; building confidence in how travel is planned, delivered and experienced at scale.

What drives us

UDTN is driven by integrity, discipline, and a commitment to getting the fundamentals right. We prioritise transparency over volume, long-term value over short-term gain, and people over process; ensuring every decision is responsible, measurable and aligned with the trust placed in us.

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UDTN Leadership Team

Our Mission to Deliver

Our mission is to deliver travel experiences that are reliable, well-managed, and accessible. Guided by ethics and operational excellence, we continuously improve systems, partnerships, and service models to reduce friction, manage expectations and deliver consistent outcomes for customers, partners and communities worldwide.

Exceeding expectations

We exceed expectations by combining experience, technology, and human oversight to deliver journeys that work as promised. Through strong governance, responsive support and continuous improvement, UDTN creates confidence, builds long-term partnerships and delivers lasting value beyond the journey itself.

Our Partners

Hajj With AE
Flight Express Travel
Inspired Tours
Al Aman
Al-Hidaayah
Dome Tours
Ikhlas
Assonna
Meaningful
Visit Makkah by MKH Voyages
Tawhid Voyages
Rihab Travel
Ourworld Travel Wollongong
Miraj Travel and Tours LLC
SISG
Britannica
Pattern
30+

Years of
Travel Industry
Experience

Meet the
Executive Team

Our leadership team brings together over a century of combined expertise across travel, aviation, and digital transformation. Each leader contributes a unique blend of strategic insight, industry knowledge, and innovation - shaping UDTN's vision to redefine spiritual and leisure travel across Saudi Arabia and beyond.

Omar Akbar

Omar Akbar

FOUNDER & CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

With over 25 years of experience in the travel and tourism industry, Mr. Omar Akbar founded UDTN with a vision to elevate the

Dr. Mohammed Abed

Dr. Mohammed Abed

CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER

Holding a PhD in Industrial Engineering from the United Kingdom and boasting over 23 years of experience, Dr. Abed brings deep

Abdulrahman Helbawi

Abdulrahman Helbawi

CHIEF PLANNING OFFICER

With more than 25 years in the travel and hospitality sector, Mr. Helbawi leads UDTN's strategic and business

Mohammed Naeem

Mohammed Naeem

HEAD OF PARTNERSHIPS

A seasoned leader in the Hajj and Umrah industry spanning over 2 decades, renowned for his dedication to exceptional service and spiritual fulfillment. With a wealth of experience, he ensures seamless journeys for pilgrims, combining extensive logistical knowledge with a strong commitment to customer satisfaction.

Silvia Ramenzoni

Silvia Ramenzoni

Chief Strategy Officer

With a deep understanding of the Umrah industry, Silvia brings a wealth of experience to UDTN, ensuring that the company's strategic vision is aligned with the needs of the market.