There may be one hidden treasure in plain sight when you think that there are no more new locations for travelers to explore. The hidden new gem is the Red Sea shoreline that spans over a thousand kilometers from the Gulf of Aqaba, located on Saudi Arabia’s northern border with Jordan, with Yemen in the far south.
The location is on the outskirts of major towns like Jeddah. Large portions of this terrain consist of coral reefs, scenic beaches, offshore islands, and undeveloped coastline with clear waters.
Several ultra-luxury projects, promoted by government-funded developers, with full eco-consciousness being a high priority, are currently under construction on the Red Sea coastlines. This is part of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 goal to diversify the economy, lessen its reliance on oil revenue, and bring about social change.
Firas Jundi, the Middle East regional manager for PADI, the Professional Association of Diving Instructors, describes the opening up to the world of this site as “really exciting.” He stated that he was born and raised in Saudi Arabia and began scuba diving in 1989. At that time, only four-wheel-drive vehicles could travel to the region’s north.
Today, as soon as you reach the shore, you’ll notice that it is undeveloped yet immaculate, and the water has excellent clarity; it resembles a gigantic swimming pool stocked with fish. This is a totally safe diving location.
A Variety Of Blue Hues
About 300 miles north of Jeddah, there are 90 offshore islands and 28,000 square kilometers of shoreline in the Red Sea region. AMAALA is one of Saudi Arabia’s so-called mega projects, and it is located even further north in the Prince Mohammed bin Salman Natural Reserve.
According to the developers, the region will include boutique resorts that will provide a wide range of water sports and other activities centered around the sea. The desert, the dunes, and the mountains provide a breathtaking backdrop. The area will pulsate with arts, culture, and education. Travel will be serviced by the upcoming Red Sea International Airport when it commences operations. Domestic flights in 2023.
Further, Rosana Chopra, executive director of destination development for Red Sea Global, recalled and said, when I first came here and went out to the islands and saw about seven shades of blue, I thought, ‘How many shades of blue can you get in the sea? Even now, I wonder, ‘What on Earth is this glorious place, and why has it been such a secret for so long?'”
“The islands, the fish, the dolphins—it’s like a fantastical world,” the singer said. There is a reason why it is so amazing, priceless, and lovely, which causes you to feel extremely burdened by the duty of attempting to protect it. We must proceed slowly, carefully, and effectively…..this should not be rushed.
After diving around the Red Sea coast of Saudi Arabia, Jundi thinks there is a lot of promise for the industry. He stated that when life stopped during COVID-19, the coral had a break, and now that he has started diving again, he sees a lot more marine life and bigger marine animals.
This provides a general concept of what it may be like in a location that has not been made available for any activity. The fact that Saudi Arabia wants to take its time is exciting. They do not want it to become another crowded tourist destination like Egypt.
Saudi Arabia is filled with historical sites and deserts. Thus, there are many more wonderful activities than diving that Saudi Arabia is attempting to promote.
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Ultimate Luxury
The developer of the Red Sea project claims that it will use only renewable energy and will develop 22 of the 90 islands between the cities of Umluj and Al-Wajh. By 2030, there should be 50 hotels, 8,000 rooms, and up to 1,000 residential structures.
To travel responsibly, protect and improve the local community and environment, and provide transforming experiences for guests, “regenerative” tourism is the term, according to Chopra. Also, she believes that the definition of luxury travel is changing.
When the first Red Sea developments debut in late 2023, they will be located on the sandy spits of the Ummahat Islands. The Kengo Kuma-designed St. Regis Red Sea Resort will be a hotspot for water sports with accommodations in villas on land and the water.
There will be a dive center at the Ritz-Carlton Reserve Nujuma on Ummahat. With 11 low-rise resorts modeled after coral washed up on the beach, Shura Island will serve as a hub island and be accessible from the airport through a 1.2-kilometer bridge. In addition to shopping and restaurants, there will be a golf course and a marina.
The natural scenery of the coast will be fully utilized by two inland resorts, Desert Rock and Southern Dunes. A stretch of over-water pods at Sheybarah, which is 45 minutes by boat from the mainland and is being marketed by developers as a super-luxury, self-sufficient resort, is said by the architecture firm Killa Design to resemble a diver’s bubbles.
According to Chopra, everybody wants to be a part of it, so he challenges them not to ask, “How can I go into it, under it, or over it?” when they see that water. Triple Bay, a wellness “hub” and a hub for other activities, including watersports, will be the first phase of the AMAALA development.
A marine life institute with 10 zones that include augmented reality experiences, underwater walkways, submersibles, and night diving will serve as a tourism destination and a scientific research facility for the international yachting community.
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Amazing People
An additional offshore island and coastal development are planned once Triple Bay opens in 2024. When finished, AMAALA will have over 3,000 hotel rooms spread among 25 hotels and roughly 900 villas and residences, all of which will be powered by what the developers claim is 100% renewable energy and have a zero-carbon footprint.
Guests will be transported from the new airport to their resort for The Red Sea and AMAALA by seaplanes, boats, and electric cars, with their luggage already checked.
The task at hand, according to Chopra, is to open it up sensitively. It’s important to respect the sea. In addition to learning to sail, kite surf, or foil, learn to respect Mother Nature. The more you appreciate Mother Nature, the more you’ll love the sea and the wealth it offers.
It’s not just a playground. It’s Mother Nature’s precious treasure given to us to respect and enjoy.
Chopra stated that their goal is for us to leave with the impression that we’ve not only helped restore our coral reefs and the world but that we have also rejuvenated ourselves, and that’s a very challenging thing to manufacture or retrofit into another location.
People will have a tremendously overwhelming experience when they can explore this area using natural power.
The Red Sea and Amaala have a restriction of 500,000 and one million tourists yearly, respectively, although it’s unclear if these limits will even be necessary. Given its human rights record, are visitors even expected to visit Saudi Arabia? Although headquartered in the UAE, Jundi, born in Syria, affirms that visitors will travel there. (this gives a very negative picture and should be left out.)
You’ll start to feel the diversity happening with this new vision. Chopra concluded by saying we must all live in an environment where people can progress, and I can’t advocate for the kingdom’s youth enough like many nations that have experienced periods that have been troublesome and confusing to other nations. When the public arrives, they will be astounded and thrown off balance by Saudi hospitality.
If you’re looking for a luxurious vacation spot, forget the Maldives. Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea Coast is the place to be. With its pristine beaches and crystal-clear waters, it’s no wonder it’s becoming the next hotspot for luxury tourism.
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