The resort, which currently boasts 70 tents, presents itself to us as a collection of large tents that blend seamlessly with the sands and imposing rocks that characterize the region.
Our journey begins in bustling Riyadh, the capital of the kingdom, from where we fly to the heart of the Saudi desert. After an hour of flight, we land in AlUla, an ancient oasis and archaeological region in northwestern Saudi Arabia that has become a top-tier tourist destination
Since opening up to tourism in 2019, the country has gone from receiving 16.7 million tourists in 2022 to a surprising 9 million in just the first quarter of 2023
AlUla, Saudi Arabia - An unforgettable night will be etched in the memories of thousands of attendees at the extraordinary spectacle delivered by Bruno Ma
The Secretary-General of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), Zurab Pololikashvili, emphasized that tourism is a diverse but united sector in its commitment to sustainability and highlighted the importance of investment in green tourism. "Tourism and Green Investments make it clear what our sector needs to fulfill our sustainability ambitions," he said.
Gloria Guevara highlighted the unprecedented transformation that Saudi Arabia is undergoing in the tourism sector and the significance of Vision 2030 led by Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman to diversify the economy and create new employment opportunities. She also emphasized the investment in sports as part of the strategy to attract tourism and enhance the country's economy.
The World Tourism Day agenda is broad and covers a variety of crucial topics for the future of tourism. Discussions will revolve around issues related to environmental sustainability, attracting human talent to the tourism sector, investing in lesser-known destinations, and technological innovation in the industry.
This event represents a significant milestone for Saudi Arabia on its path towards economic diversification and the promotion of sustainable practices in the tourism industry.
