Short Haul - What's On Saudi Arabia https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/section/travel/short-haul/ Things to do in Riyadh, Jeddah and Saudi Arabia. Thu, 21 May 2026 02:48:32 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.4.2 https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/cropped-wo-fevicon-32x32.jpg Short Haul - What's On Saudi Arabia https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/section/travel/short-haul/ 32 32 Eid Al-Adha staycations in The Red Sea worth booking now https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/2026/05/eid-al-adha-staycations-in-the-red-sea-worth-booking-now/ Thu, 21 May 2026 02:48:32 +0000 https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/?p=39417 Planning a last-minute getaway? We’ve got you covered Looking to make the most of the time off for Eid Al-Adha? A trip to The Red Sea might just be the answer. It’s also becoming easier to get there this Eid, with additional flights added between Thursday May 21 and Sunday May 31 to keep up […]

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]]> The Red Sea is adding more flights for Eid Al-Adha escapes this May https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/2026/05/the-red-sea-more-flights-eid-this-may/ Thu, 07 May 2026 07:12:42 +0000 https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/?p=39126 Getting to The Red Sea just became a whole lot easier, with 32 extra flights added and a packed line-up of beach clubs, surf sessions, Michelin-starred dining and island stays awaiting Planning an Eid getaway? With the Eid Al-Adha travel season kicking off soon, The Red Sea is making last-minute holiday plans within Saudi Arabia […]

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]]> More flights, more reasons: Plan an Eid Al-Fitr escape to The Red Sea https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/2026/03/more-flights-eid-al-fitr-escape-to-the-red-sea/ Fri, 20 Mar 2026 10:13:39 +0000 https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/?p=38050 Here’s why Saudi Arabia’s most-talked-about island destination might be the perfect escape We could all use a holiday every now and again, but taking a long trip to a far-flung destination isn’t always possible. Enter: getaways at The Red Sea. The good news is Red Sea International Airport is welcoming 10 additional Saudia flights, responding […]

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]]> Heading to AlUla for Eid? Don’t miss these 10 brilliant experiences https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/2026/03/alula-eid-experiences/ Wed, 18 Mar 2026 17:27:00 +0000 https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/?p=38073 From ancient wonders to desert adventures and scenic sunsets, here are some experiences worth adding to your AlUla Eid itinerary If you’re heading to AlUla over this Eid Al-Fitr, you’re in for a brilliant domestic escape in Saudi Arabia. AlUla is home to ancient heritage sites, striking sandstone landscapes, green oases, and a growing line-up […]

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]]> 7 beautiful places in Saudi Arabia you didn’t know existed https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/2026/03/beautiful-places-in-saudi-arabia/ Wed, 18 Mar 2026 07:35:24 +0000 https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/?p=17289 Your next travel destinations have been sorted We already know Saudi Arabia is one of the most gorgeous destinations in the world. Complete with unmissable UNESCO World Heritage Sites, tropical paradise destinations, and so much more, there are so many things happening right here at our back door. Here are some beautiful places in Saudi […]

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]]> Saudia adds extra flights to The Red Sea destination – but only for a limited time https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/2026/03/saudia-extra-flights-the-red-sea-limited-time/ Tue, 17 Mar 2026 07:48:30 +0000 https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/?p=38054 It’s not too late for a domestic escape If you’ve been thinking about escaping the city over Eid Al-Fitr, getting to one of Saudi Arabia’s most popular destinations has just become easier. Saudia has announced additional flights to Red Sea International Airport ahead of the holiday period, responding to increased demand from travellers planning quick […]

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]]> Crowne Plaza Al Jubail opens in the Eastern Province https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/2026/03/crowne-plaza-al-jubail-opens-in-the-eastern-province/ Sun, 08 Mar 2026 08:53:41 +0000 https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/?p=37852 Perfect for business, a family getaway, or a weekend escape Travelling to the Eastern Province? Crowne Plaza Al Jubail has officially opened its doors, offering a sleek new accommodation choice in one of Saudi Arabia’s busiest industrial cities. Located close to Al Jubail’s main commercial districts, the hotel is ideally located for business travellers, yet […]

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]]> Staycation review: The Red Sea EDITION https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/2026/03/staycation-review-the-red-sea-edition/ Mon, 02 Mar 2026 07:34:15 +0000 https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/?p=37748 Inside a pampering stay at The Red Sea EDITION, the first resort to open on Shura Island It’s no secret that The Red Sea on Saudi Arabia’s west coast is high on everyone’s travel bucket list. Billed as the world’s most sustainable luxury tourism destination, this gigaproject is one of the last unspoiled natural landscapes, […]

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]]> How to spend Ramadan at Saudi Arabia’s The Red Sea https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/2026/02/ramadan-at-the-red-sea-saudi-arabia/ Wed, 25 Feb 2026 13:43:09 +0000 https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/?p=37674 This Ramadan, The Red Sea offers a different kind of escape Ramadan in the city has a certain energy to it – the bustling iftar preparations, late-night gatherings, and the hum of activity that stretches well past midnight. But along Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea coast, the Holy Month unfolds a bit differently. Here, the days […]

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]]> Riyadh Air’s latest destination reveal: Hello, Cairo https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/2026/02/riyadh-air-cairo/ Wed, 25 Feb 2026 10:20:10 +0000 https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/?p=37647 Cairo route adds to the previously announced London-Heathrow and Dubai services, with more set to be revealed in the coming weeks For those who’ve been talking about planning that Cairo trip for years, this is a gentle nudge. Saudi Arabia’s newest national airline, Riyadh Air, has confirmed the launch of daily flights to the Egyptian […]

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