Travel Guides - What's On Saudi Arabia https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/section/travel/travel-guides/ Things to do in Riyadh, Jeddah and Saudi Arabia. Mon, 20 Apr 2026 04:00:25 +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 Travel Guides - What's On Saudi Arabia https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/section/travel/travel-guides/ 32 32 Bucket list: 8 incredible Unesco sites to visit in Saudi Arabia https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/2026/04/bucket-list-unesco-sites-saudi-arabia/ https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/2026/04/bucket-list-unesco-sites-saudi-arabia/#respond Sat, 18 Apr 2026 08:30:31 +0000 https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/?p=3148 These wonders are recognised for their natural and cultural significance Every Unesco World Heritage site has a tale to tell. From historic Jeddah to rock art Hima, we celebrate the eight wonders of Saudi Arabia, all of which are remarkable examples that underscore the Kingdom’s importance in the region’s ancient and modern history. Let’s take […]

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]]> https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/2026/04/bucket-list-unesco-sites-saudi-arabia/feed/ 0 15 spots in Saudi Arabia for a perfect last-minute Eid Al-Adha holiday https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/2025/06/saudi-arabia-last-minute-eid-al-adha-holiday/ Tue, 03 Jun 2025 15:17:20 +0000 https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/?p=31970 Just go… As the long weekend celebrating Eid Al-Adha approaches, there’s no better time to discover Saudi Arabia’s (not-so) hidden gems. Looking for a last-minute weekend getaway but didn’t have time to plan? There is no need to jet off on a trip abroad when there are so many amazing locations to explore right here […]

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]]> Your complete travel guide to The Red Sea https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/2024/12/travel-to-the-red-sea-saudi-arabia-guide/ Tue, 17 Dec 2024 01:40:20 +0000 https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/?p=23040 This northwest Saudi Arabian gigaproject promises luxury resorts, natural beauty, and an incredible underwater world… The first of Saudi Arabia’s gigaprojects to welcome guests, The Red Sea is a visionary development for tourism. Situated on Saudi Arabia’s northwest coast, it’s one of the last unspoiled natural landscapes, and promises to be a haven for adventurers, […]

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]]> Make the most of your Saudi National Day weekend and travel to AlUla https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/2024/08/saudi-national-day-weekend-and-travel-to-alula/ Wed, 21 Aug 2024 16:46:38 +0000 https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/?p=25386 Plan a perfect long weekend holiday… September 23 marks Saudi Arabia’s National Day, celebrating the unification of the nations of Najd and Hijaz. With country-wide celebrations just around the corner, city folk like us love to get out of the city for a long weekend. If you are looking for a domestic destination that offers […]

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]]> A quick guide to Al Khobar: What to do and where to stay https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/2024/08/a-quick-guide-to-al-khobar-what-to-do-and-where-to-stay/ https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/2024/08/a-quick-guide-to-al-khobar-what-to-do-and-where-to-stay/#respond Wed, 14 Aug 2024 13:52:23 +0000 https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/?p=2070 Time to explore more of our own backyard… Al Khobar is located in the eastern province of Saudi Arabia, in the heart of Dhahran. It is a vibrant city with multiple lifestyle hubs and shopping centres. Its long, beautiful Corniche is lined with numerous international and local cafes and restaurants overlooking the Arabian Gulf. The […]

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]]> https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/2024/08/a-quick-guide-to-al-khobar-what-to-do-and-where-to-stay/feed/ 0 What’s On travel guide: Capri, Italy https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/2024/07/whats-on-travel-guide-capri-italy/ Tue, 09 Jul 2024 07:44:32 +0000 https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/?p=24410 Your summer holiday all planned out to this long-treasured island… A long-revered island treasure, the rich and famous have been flocking to Capri since the 1950s. But there’s two sides to this island, each with their own allure. In sleepier Anacapri comes the opportunity to bask in the natural beauty, enjoy strolls in the charming […]

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]]> Travel guide: What’s new in London this summer https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/2023/06/travel-guide-whats-new-in-london-this-summer/ Thu, 29 Jun 2023 10:53:55 +0000 https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/?p=15658 The British capital shines bright with swanky new stays, gourmet delights, and festivals to make the most of those endless summer nights… Stylish new stays Raffles London at The OWO, Westminster Debuting this summer is Raffles London at The OWO, a grand new hotel in the landmark Grade II* listed former Old War Office on […]

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]]> Travel guide: The ultimate guide to having a successful safari vacation https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/2023/06/travel-guide-the-ultimate-guide-to-having-a-successful-safari-vacation/ Thu, 15 Jun 2023 10:51:08 +0000 https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/?p=15456 Take a walk in the wild side… So, you’ve decided that watching Our Planet on Netflix – and listening to Sir David Attenborough’s intoxicatingly calm voice walk you through the natural progression of life – just isn’t going to cut it anymore. An elephant stampeding on your screen doesn’t give you the same rush of […]

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]]> Travel guide: AlUla, Saudi Arabia https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/2023/06/travel-guide-alula-saudi-arabia/ Thu, 15 Jun 2023 10:47:19 +0000 https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/?p=15450 Where breathtaking vistas are matched by holistic wellbeing… The mystical and ancient land of AlUla has quickly become a bucket list destination. Just a three-hour flight away from Dubai, touching down in AlUla will have you instantly feeling like you’re on another planet. The dreamy desert retreat is full of natural wonders and remote lands […]

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]]> What’s On travels to: Milan, Italy https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/2023/04/whats-on-travels-to-milan-italy/ Tue, 25 Apr 2023 12:00:52 +0000 https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/?p=14522 A captivating city rich that’s with history and elegant charm… Where to stay Park Hyatt Milan When it comes to luxury hotels, location matters. Usually, you’d find a high-end property right in the heart of the action, or out in a remote spot surrounded by nature. Park Hyatt Milan falls into the former category, an […]

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