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Saudi Arabia’s hottest race returns to AlUla this August

Jumira Hancock — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 12:41:39 +0000

AlUla Desert Blaze is back this August with distances ranging from 5km to a full marathon If you’ve ever wanted to know what it feels like to run through the desert in the height of summer, the AlUla Desert Blaze may be what you need. Returning on Sunday August 16, AlUla Desert Blaze is back […]

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Say hello to Riyadh’s first-ever members-only pool club

Jumira Hancock — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 16:08:53 +0000

Forget rooftop pools and hotel day passes Summers in Riyadh now have a name: attaché Pool Club. But this is not your normal or typical swimming pool. View this post on Instagram A post shared by attaché (@attache.dq) Housed within attaché – the hotspot in the Diplomatic Quarter that has quickly become Riyadh’s […]

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You can now skydive over AlUla’s breathtaking desert landscapes

Jumira Hancock — Mon, 18 May 2026 09:36:36 +0000

Plan your next bucket list adventure When it comes to bucket-list items that give you an adrenaline rush, few activities can get your heart racing like leaping out of a plane. Skydiving is one of those exhilarating experiences that every self-proclaimed daredevil should give a try at least once in their lives. You simply can’t […]

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One Run returns to Riyadh, and everyone’s invited to take part

Jumira Hancock — Wed, 06 May 2026 05:58:33 +0000

From a 21-kilometre half-marathon to a casual 1-kilometre fun run Get ready to lace up, folks. On Saturday May 23, Riyadh will join thousands of runners across the globe for One Run, an international race that takes place simultaneously in cities around the world. Whether you’re a seasoned runner chasing a personal best or simply […]

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Don’t miss the oldest meteor shower lighting up AlUla’s night skies

Jumira Hancock — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 10:06:51 +0000

Calling all stargazers There are nights when the sky feels close enough to touch – and then there are nights when it puts on a show. This week, the cosmos is doing the latter. For those in AlUla, we recommend cancelling your evening plans. On Wednesday April 22, the Lyrids, one of the world’s oldest […]

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Ladies, splash it up at this private beach club in Al Khobar

Jumira Hancock — Wed, 25 Mar 2026 10:25:38 +0000

It’s time to get your glam on and head out for a day of sun and sand Calling all the fab ladies. Rally your girl squad and pack your swimsuits and straw hat because it’s time for a girly getaway. The city of Al Khobar in the Eastern Province, long known for its pristine waterfront […]

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Stay active this Holy Month at the Ramadan Run 2026 in Riyadh

Jumira Hancock — Thu, 26 Feb 2026 06:59:42 +0000

Registration for the third edition of Ramadan Run is now open Let’s not sugarcoat it – this time of the year can be a bit of a slog. The sparkle of an upcoming holiday feels like a distant glimmer, and your motivation’s somewhere under that mounting pile of laundry. So, how do you thrive? You […]

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Everything you need to know about the PIF Saudi Ladies International 2026

Jumira Hancock — Sun, 08 Feb 2026 06:21:50 +0000

Watch the world’s best players compete at the PIF Saudi Ladies International, one of Saudi Arabia’s biggest women’s golf tournaments Golf fans, the PIF Saudi Ladies International returns with world-class women’s golf, bringing together top international players, exciting competition energy, and brilliant on-course action. Taking place over four days from Wednesday February 11 to Saturday […]

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NEOM’s winter sports moment is coming – just not in 2029

Jumira Hancock — Tue, 27 Jan 2026 07:56:39 +0000

Sure, the 2029 Asian Winter Games in NEOM have been postponed, but the fun is getting started. Saudi Arabia is bringing winter sports to life with a series of smaller, cool-weather events When news was announced that the 2029 Asian Winter Games at NEOM were being postponed, we’ll admit – our initial reaction was disappointment. […]

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Forget the treadmill – this gym class happens 2,200 feet above Riyadh

Jumira Hancock — Mon, 05 Jan 2026 07:17:48 +0000

GymNation is raising heart rates after introducing the World’s Highest Gym Class to its timetable, where members can get the health benefits from working out at 2,200 feet in the sky Riyadh just got the world’s highest gym class, and it’s not for the faint-hearted. GymNation, the region’s most disruptive and fastest-growing fitness brand, has […]

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