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With 2022 Just Moments Away, Here Are The Kingdom’s Milestones of 2021
Despite the ongoing pandemic, Saudi Arabia was able to maintain ultimate success in all sectors of the Kingdom. From concerts, to innovative environmental projects, to even re-openings of tourists spots, these events are some of the many that have lead the nation into big milestones, paving a better way for 2022. The “Saudi Green Initiative” …
Tags: Dammam, Dhahran, Jeddah, Khobar, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Saudi in 2021, Saudi's Innovation
December 28, 2021
This Crater’s Pictures Will Make You Want to Visit It ASAP
Did you know Saudi had volcanoes? Well, Al Wahbah is home to a 4km volcanic crater just a few hours from Jeddah. The crater is located exactly 250 km from Ta’if, a four hour drive from Jeddah city, and is carved into the western edge of Hafer Kishb basalt plateu. The climb to get there …
Tags: adventure in jeddah, best things to do in jeddah, Crater, Jeddah, Taif, Things To Do, Wahbah Crater
December 27, 2021
Thousands Of People Came Out For ‘Jeddah Moves’ Run Last Week And It Looked Amazing
In attempt to promote health awareness and benefits of running, Jeddah Moves hosted thousands of runners in a citywide day of activity. On Saturday December 18, 2021, different roads and areas in the city were transformed into tracks for the one-day event. Organized with Jeddah Municipality, the 5-10km tracks stretched across the city in areas …
Tags: Activity, Jeddah, Jeddah Corniche, Jeddah Events, Jeddah Moves, Quality of Life Saudi Arabia, running, sports
December 26, 2021
Dakar Rally 2022 To Feature Women Drivers For The First Time
For the first time in Saudi Arabia, Dakar Rally is featuring female drivers Dania Akeel and Mashael Al-Obaidan to participate in the 12-day upcoming event. ⭐️ Future Dakar stars? Mashael Alobaidan and Dania Akeel have the Dakar in their sights, hear more about their hopes of rally-raid stardom 🎬#DakarFuture #Dakar2021 pic.twitter.com/71ygr6Y59W — DAKAR RALLY (@dakar) …
Tags: Dakar Rally, Female Driver, Jeddah, Jeddah Events, Race, Rally Dakar, Riyadh, Riyadh Events
December 22, 2021
Red Sea Int. Film Fest Sees Grand Closing Ceremony With Supermodel Naomi Campbell In Attendance
The Red Sea International Film Festival has clearly upped the ante with this year’s edition that saw a slew of stars not just from the Arab world but beyond as well. And, for the closing ceremony it saw none other than supermodel Naomi Campbell in attendance. WOW!! View this post on Instagram A …
December 14, 2021
The Saudi Connection Of The Ruler Of An Erstwhile Indian Princely State
The Nizam of Hyderabad, Osman Ali Khan, was the richest man in the world (basically the Jeff Bezos of the early 20th century). Photos of him with King Saud have resurfaced on some expat groups. We dug deeper on this and we did find some interesting connections. Read on. One of the oldest records linking …
The Stone Town Of Rijal Almaa Is Named One Of The Best Tourism Villages In The World
Nestled in the midst of sloping mountains between the peak of Al Souda and the plains of the coast, the historic town of Rijal Almaa has catapulted to the global stage by bagging United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO’s) “Best Tourism Villages” tag. Rijal Alma along with Oman’s Misfat Al Abriyeen village are the only …
December 3, 2021
Saudi Arabia’s Newest Mega Tourism Project Centers On Offshore Oil Rigs And It’s Unlike Anything You’ve Seen Before
It’s no secret that Saudi Arabia has been giving a major boost to tourism in these past few years. Tourism features predominately on the stated goals of Vision 2030. While most of these projects are taking place in the western or central provinces, a new mega tourism project will take shape in the country’s east …
October 17, 2021
After Almost 18 Months Worshippers In Makkah’s Grand Mosque Pray Shoulder To Shoulder
Several coronavirus related restrictions have been lifted today. One of such restrictions was the cap on number of daily worshippers allowed in the Two Holy Mosques. Today, that restriction was abolished, as was the requirement to maintain a social distance during prayers. It’s been over 18 months since these coronavirus-related restrictions were implemented. View …
It’s Official! Formula 1 Will Be Coming Back To Saudi Arabia At The Start Of The Season
Save the date! Formula One has released the schedule for the 2022 season, which includes a record-breaking 23 Grand Prix. And, yes, the Saudi Arabian GP is on it. While the first-ever Saudi Arabian GP is still a few weeks away and unlike this time when it’s being held in December, the race will take …
Tags: Formula 1
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