Saudi travellers turn to domestic tourism this summer – The National

Saudi travellers turn to domestic tourism this summer – The National

Overseas holidays are off-limits due to the pandemic so local providers are preparing for a busy season in Saudi Arabia

















































Abundant marine life in the Red Sea. Courtesy Saudi Commission for Tourism and National Heritage (SCTH)







A lone tent in the Ad Dahna desert, which extends about 1,000 kilometres through Saudi Arabia. Courtesy SCTH







Balloons flying over the Unesco World Heritage Site of Al Ula. Courtesy SCTH







The cliff formations known as 'The Edge of the World', located 100km from Riyadh. Courtesy SCTH







The road to Tabuk, home to spectacular rock formations. Courtesy SCTH







Madain Saleh is the first ever archeological site in Saudi Arabia to join Unesco's World Heritage List. Courtesy SCTH







Stunning cabins located in the wilderness of Saudi Arabia. Courtesy SCTH







The region of Jazan is known for its lush greenery which resembles the rice terraces of Bali. Courtesy SCTH







The old city of Jeddah with its signature architecture. Courtesy SCTH







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