Al Ula is kind of the ultimate dream vacay place, let’s be honest.

It is beautiful and full of history and just so dreamy

Also, it is right at home so not only do you save so much money but you are ALSO supporting the local travel industry while at it. Absolute win-win.

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Plus, it has such a rich historical past and there is so much to learn about of the civilizations that lived here before.

And HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, and HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai both visited Al Ula over the weekend.

And they loved it!

.@HHShkMohd, in presence of @HamdanMohammed, attend The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Endurance Cup in Al Ula, Saudi Arabia pic.twitter.com/vcw54sThbl

— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) February 2, 2019

Mada’in Saleh is truly a magical place. An ancient civilization lost in history, yet traces of their past has survived till date in several archaeological sites, marvelling those who explore them. #MadainSaleh #Alula #SaudiArabia pic.twitter.com/3EXXcLeSOH

— Hamdan bin Mohammed (@HamdanMohammed) February 2, 2019