By bne Gulf bureau The unavailability of alcohol has been identified as a constraint for tourists in Saudi Arabia, according to Russian tourism officials on September 20. Taras Kobishchanov, vice-president of the Association of Tour Operators of Russia (ATOR), told RIA Novosti that the absence of alcohol in Saudi Arabia is a significant obstacle to growing tourist flow. Kobishchanov said the destination has ‘enormous’ potential, but several factors are hindering growth. He noted that Saudi Arabia’s policy is the primary reason, although rules are already changing. Additionally, the authorities…