Jeddah Islamic Port is the first terminal for Cruise Saudi . The first cruise set sail from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in 2021 aboard a giant cruise ship named 'MSC Bellissima,' heading to local and regional destinations, reaching Aqaba in Jordan and Safaga in Egypt. Cruise Saudi comprises various tourist facilities, such as swimming pools, restaurants, malls, cinemas, entertainment programs, and theaters for exclusive performances. The MSC Bellissima cruise ship features a ninety-si...
The Saudi Tourist Visa is one of the Saudi Visas launched in September 2019 that allows tourists from around the world to stay in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for up to ninety days. The visa can be used for tourism-related activities and Umrah (excluding Hajj season ) and excludes other activities such as studying. In 2019, the Kingdom has set a strategic goal to reach 100 million visits annually by 2030. In 2023, it was announced that the targets had been increased to achieve 150 mill...
Epicon is a project announced by the NEOM Board of Directors on November 15, 2023. It is one of the luxury tourism projects located on the Gulf of Aqaba, featuring innovative designs and multiple entertainment options. The project sets new standards for architectural designs in the hospitality sector. Description of the Epicon Project The Epicon project includes a comprehensive range of distinctive facilities, all designed sustainably to offer a variety of entertainment options and futuristic t...
Tourism in Tabuk Province , located in the northwest of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, relies on heritage tourism and holds significant importance due to its historical significance and diverse tourist attractions. 1 Tabuk Province also boasts diverse geographical features, including seas, plains, mountains , and historical sites, as well as moderate weather throughout the year. 2 Tabuk Province is bordered to the north by Jordan, to the east by al-Jawf and Hail , to the south by al-Madinah al-Mu...
The Tourist Hospitality Facility in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is a place that provides accommodation services to tourists for a fee. It operates either permanently or temporarily in the Kingdom. These facilities operate under the regulation and supervision of the Ministry of Tourism, which issues licenses to establishments and workers in the tourism sector after they meet a number of requirements and standards for classifying tourist hospitality facilities. Additionally, the ministry monitors...
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's Digital Tourism Strategy is a strategy aimed at adopting digital business models to increase demand for tourism services. It was launched by the Ministry of Tourism of the Kingdom on February 1, 2022, during the global technology event 'LEAP'. The strategy includes the establishment of innovative regulations for smart hotels, providing seamless travel experiences for tourists, businessmen, and government officials, adopting flexible procedures for di...
Tourism in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is one of the pillars supporting the national economy, achieving Saudi Vision 2030 . It contributes to diversifying the Kingdom's economy, attracting investments, increasing income sources, and providing employment opportunities. Saudi tourism system The tourism sector in the Kingdom operates within a unified system that includes three government entities working collaboratively to enhance and elevate the tourism system's efficiency. These entiti...
The Edge of the World, located near al-Uyaynah west of Riyadh City, the capital of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, is one of the peaks of the Tuwayq Mountains. It rises to an altitude of 1,131 m above the surrounding plains and is considered one of the tourist destinations in the Kingdom. Location The Edge of the World is about one hundred km away from Riyadh City, and it is a part of the vast Tuwaiq Escarpment, stretching for over eight hundred km across the center of the Kingdom. Historically, i...
Tourism in Hail Province , the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, relies on several natural, cultural, historical, and heritage components. Within its territories, landmarks dating back to different eras, extending from prehistoric times through various historical periods, emerge. This is accompanied by a rich urban heritage of cities and villages, containing traditional houses and palaces distinguished by their architectural and decorative styles. Strategic location in Hail Hail Province is situated in ...
The Waterfronts in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia are tourist destinations along the eastern coasts of the Arabian Gulf and the western coasts of the Red Sea, stretching over a length of up to 3,400 km. Waterfront provinces The coastal provinces of the Kingdom utilize the natural advantages of their seaside vistas for various tourist activities. Six of its provinces boast waterfronts within their governorates. These provinces are Makkah al-Mukarramah and al-Madinah al-Munawwarahin the west, Jaz...
Visit Saudi is the official identity of the Saudi Tourism Authority. It aims at attracting tourists to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and promoting it as a global tourist destination by highlighting the characteristics, rich culture, and diverse natural terrain of Saudi cities. Moreover, Visit Saudi also creates agreements with public and private entities in the tourism industry. Visit Saudi programs and initiatives Visit Saudi organizes many winter and summer programs, competitions, and activit...
Snow season in Tabuk , in the northwest of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, usually begins in January each year. Snow falls on some of the province's high wilderness areas and mountains, with temperatures plummeting to zero degrees Celsius. The winter in the Kingdom begins around mid-December and ends by mid-March. Known as the North Gateway, Tabuk Province is located in the northwest of the Kingdom between the Hasma mountain to the west and the Sharorah mountain to the east. The region includ...