Meet Our Editorial Team & Authors
Boulevard Riyadh City (boulevardriyadhsa.com) is powered by an independent editorial team of cultural journalists, travel writers, and local entertainment researchers based in Saudi Arabia. Our mission is to provide verified, comprehensive, and timely guides to Riyadh Season, Kingdom Arena, Boulevard World, and premier entertainment destinations.
Editorial Leadership & Destination Specialists
Ishtiaq Turi — Founder & Lead Editorial Director
Beat: Riyadh Season mega-zones, tourism infrastructure, Kingdom Arena event operations, and venue logistics.
Ishtiaq has covered Saudi Arabia’s tourism and entertainment transformation for over seven years. As the founder and lead editor of boulevardriyadhsa.com, he oversees all editorial investigations, fact-checking processes, and on-the-ground visitor guides. His focus is on ensuring international and domestic travelers receive clear, transparent, and accurate travel intelligence.
Contact: [email protected]
Shahzaib Hassan — Senior Entertainment & Sports Editor
Beat: Kingdom Arena championship boxing, Six Kings Slam tennis, WWE fixtures, Esports World Cup, and Al Nassr match days.
Shahzaib specializes in high-octane sports journalism and live entertainment spectacles. He provides technical breakdowns of arena seating layouts, ticket pricing categories, broadcast schedules, and VIP hospitality packages across Riyadh’s primary stadiums.
Contact: [email protected]
Charishma Thankappan — Culture, Arts & Lifestyle Correspondent
Beat: Boulevard World international pavilions, immersive arts, musical theater, family attractions, and gourmet dining.
With an extensive background in cultural reporting and regional culinary arts, Charishma writes comprehensive guides covering the culinary landscape and cultural exhibitions within Boulevard Riyadh City, helping visitors navigate 200+ restaurants, cafes, and pop-up experiences.
Contact: [email protected]
Mahreen Akram — Visitor Experience & Fact-Checking Specialist
Beat: Ticketing verification, transport and parking guides, family accessibility, and regulatory visitor updates.
Mahreen is responsible for verifying opening hours, ticket validity through authorized booking platforms, entry policies, and seasonal transit routes. Her audits ensure that every recommendation published is verified against official municipal announcements.
Contact: [email protected]
Our Editorial Commitments
- Independent Reporting: We are an independent consumer travel publication. Our opinions and reviews are never dictated by advertisers or commercial event sponsors.
- On-the-Ground Verification: Our contributors regularly attend events, inspect venues, and update logistical details in real-time.
- Reader Inquiries & Corrections: Have feedback or a correction to submit? Email our editorial desk directly at [email protected].
