Saudi Arabia: Top Tourism for A winter Getaway
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When one thought of winter holiday destinations, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia was rarely the first place that sprang to mind. But with a packed schedule of events lined up in the tourism and entertainment calendar this season, that appears set to change.
The Saudi Tourism Authority is holding a groundbreaking 17,000 events, making the Kingdom one of the world’s most happening winter destinations. From “Winter at Tantora” in AlUla to folklore festivals, Saudi Arabia is fast emerging as an unlikely favorite.
Just a few years ago, picnics on the corniche or gatherings in the desert were the pinnacle of winter entertainment in Saudi Arabia. This winter, however, travelers are arriving from all corners of the globe, drawn by the breadth of activities now on offer.
Just a few years ago, gatherings in the desert were the pinnacle of winter entertainment in Saudi Arabia.
“Tourism in Saudi Arabia is going from strength to strength, playing a pivotal role in diversifying our economy through the creation of numerous job opportunities and supporting the private sector,” Abdullah Al-Dakhil, spokesperson and corporate communications director at the Saudi Tourism Authority, told Arab News.
“We’re rapidly advancing towards our Vision 2030 targets, with the support of the tourism ecosystem, now aiming for 150 million visits by 2030.”
The past year has been marked by several notable achievements. The Saudi Central Bank recently reported that visitor spending exceeded SR 100 billion ($26.6 billion) in the first three quarters of 2023.
