Travel /category/main-category/lifestyle/travel en Virtual, AI-powered Saudi travel companion impresses visitors at travel exhibition in London /node/2578602/saudi-arabia <div class="field field-name-field-rbitem-author field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">article author:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/rbitem-author/arab-news">Arab News</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-publication-date field-type-datestamp field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><span class="date-display-single">Sat, 2024-11-09 01:47</span></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p> RIYADH: The Saudi Tourism Authority unveiled the beta version of SARA, its new travel companion app for visitors to the Kingdom, at the World Travel Market exhibition in London this week.</p> <p> It allows users to interact with a digital female guide, powered by AI, who is deeply knowledgeable about Ƶ and offers insights and advice about the country’s tourist destinations, historical landmarks, archaeological sites, cultural diversity, international events, and anything else a visitor might be interested in.</p></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-binary field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2024/11/09/4543046-941280459.jpg" width="1200" height="1147" alt="SARA was on show in the Visit Saudi pavilion at the World Travel Market, which began on Monday and concluded on Wednesday. (SPA)" title="SARA was on show in the Visit Saudi pavilion at the World Travel Market, which began on Monday and concluded on Wednesday. (SPA)" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-1 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Main category:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/saudiarabia">Ƶ</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/category/main-category/lifestyle/travel">Travel</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-9 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Tags:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/tags/saudi-tourism-authority-0">The Saudi Tourism Authority</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/tags/sara">SARA</a></div><div class="field-item even"><a href="/tags/world-travel-market-london-2024">World Travel Market London 2024</a></div></div></div> Fri, 08 Nov 2024 22:53:41 +0000 malawi 2578602 at Off the beaten track in Sri Lanka  /node/2578490/lifestyle <div class="field field-name-field-rbitem-author field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">article author:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/taxonomy/term/239826">Shaistha Khan</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-author field-type-text field-label-inline clearfix"><div class="field-label">Author:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-publication-date field-type-datestamp field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><span class="date-display-single">Fri, 2024-11-08 08:52</span></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p> TORONTO: Sri Lanka has long been a favored destination for visitors from the Gulf. Easy access, budget-friendly offerings, and diverse experiences – from cultural and historic landmarks to idyllic beach resorts and scenic treks – make it an ideal getaway destination. And now, there’s one more reason for Saudis to take a trip to the island nation. Last month, the Sri Lankan government announced that residents of Ƶ, the UAE, Qatar, Oman, and 31 other countries can now visit without a visa.  </p></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-binary field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2024/11/08/4542758-4206689.jpg" width="1600" height="900" alt="" title="A group of elephants at a watering hole in Yala National Park, Sri Lanka. (Shutterstock)" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-1 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Main category:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/lifestyle">Lifestyle</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/lifestyle/art-culture">Art &amp; Culture</a></div><div class="field-item even"><a href="/category/main-category/lifestyle/travel">Travel</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-9 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Tags:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/category/tags/sri-lanka">Sri Lanka</a></div></div></div> Fri, 08 Nov 2024 05:57:05 +0000 hams.saleh 2578490 at Ƶ’s recreational spaces ready for holiday season /node/2578454/saudi-arabia <div class="field field-name-field-rbitem-author field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">article author:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/taxonomy/term/242891">SPA</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-publication-date field-type-datestamp field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><span class="date-display-single">Fri, 2024-11-08 00:40</span></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p> AL-BAHA: Saudi authorities have announced extensive preparations of public recreational facilities ahead of the school holiday season.</p> <p> The Al-Baha municipality has readied 142 parks and recreational areas, along with municipal squares, public spaces and streets, to welcome visitors and tourists.</p></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-binary field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2024/11/08/4542668-1252669851.jpg" width="1600" height="1121" alt="" title="The Al-Khobar Corniche, located on the Arabian Gulf coast, is a popular tourist and recreational destination in the Ƶ&#039;s Eastern Province. (SPA)" /></div><div class="field-item odd"><img src="/sites/default/files/2024/11/08/4542669-1407131567.jpg" width="1600" height="900" alt="" /></div><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2024/11/08/4542670-1809677292.jpg" width="670" height="446" alt="" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-1 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Main category:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/saudiarabia">Ƶ</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/category/main-category/lifestyle/travel">Travel</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-9 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Tags:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/tags/saudi-tourism">saudi tourism</a></div></div></div> Thu, 07 Nov 2024 22:03:02 +0000 romulo 2578454 at Cloud7 Residence AlUla: A dreamy home away from home   /node/2578348/lifestyle <div class="field field-name-field-rbitem-author field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">article author:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/rbitem-author/jasmine-bager">Jasmine Bager</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-publication-date field-type-datestamp field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><span class="date-display-single">Thu, 2024-11-07 09:40</span></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p> ALULA: Roughly half an hour’s drive from AlUla’s Prince Abdul Majeed bin Abdulaziz International Airport, Cloud7 Residence is the largest hotel in the area, boasting 301 modern bungalows. Each unit is thoughtfully designed, featuring individual private terraces from which guests can enjoy awe-inspiring views of AlUla’s stunning landscapes — mountains and lush greenery.  </p> <p> Cloud7’s decor blends the ancient with the trendy. Coupled with the traditional Saudi hospitality on offer, this is a truly nice place to stay. It’s the chillest hotel/resort I’ve been to in ages. </p></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-binary field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2024/11/07/4542392-2086636288.jpg" width="900" height="511" alt="" title="Cloud7 Residence AlUla features 301 modern bungalows. (Supplied)" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-1 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Main category:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/lifestyle">Lifestyle</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/category/main-category/lifestyle/travel">Travel</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-9 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Tags:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/category/tags/saudi-arabia">Ƶ</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/tags/alula">AlUla</a></div></div></div> Thu, 07 Nov 2024 06:44:41 +0000 saffiyanews 2578348 at Tashkent: An underrated gem of the Silk Road /node/2575546/lifestyle <div class="field field-name-field-rbitem-author field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">article author:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/rbitem-author/rawaa-talass">Rawaa Talass</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-publication-date field-type-datestamp field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><span class="date-display-single">Thu, 2024-10-17 11:27</span></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p> DUBAI: Tashkent may not be as famous for its architecture and culture as Paris, Rome or Barcelona, but the capital of Uzbekistan is an underrated gem for tourists.  </p></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-binary field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2024/10/16/4535193-2059913393.jpg" width="900" height="600" alt="" title="Kukeldash Madrasah in Tashkent. (Shutterstock)" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-1 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Main category:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/lifestyle">Lifestyle</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/category/main-category/lifestyle/travel">Travel</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-9 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Tags:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/tags/tashkent">Tashkent</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/tags/uzbekistan">Uzbekistan</a></div><div class="field-item even"><a href="/category/tags/travel">Travel</a></div></div></div> Wed, 16 Oct 2024 13:36:19 +0000 saffiyanews 2575546 at Craftsmanship of decorated wooden doors reflects Aseer’s artistic heritage /node/2574931/saudi-arabia <div class="field field-name-field-rbitem-author field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">article author:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/taxonomy/term/242891">SPA</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-publication-date field-type-datestamp field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><span class="date-display-single">Fri, 2024-10-11 21:28</span></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p> ASEER: Intricately designed wooden doors in the Aseer region are more than a mere means of entry for they provide a reflection of the area’s rich artistic heritage.</p> <p> The doors display exceptional craftsmanship that has been passed down through generations, showcasing the unique skills and creativity of local artisans.</p> <p> Researchers in architecture highlight these intricately decorated doors as essential components of the area’s architectural heritage.</p></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-binary field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2024/10/11/4533561-562489468.jpg" width="1200" height="700" alt="The doors display the exceptional and unique skills of local artisans that have been passed down through generations. (SPA)" title="The doors display the exceptional and unique skills of local artisans that have been passed down through generations. (SPA)" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-1 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Main category:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/saudiarabia">Ƶ</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/category/main-category/lifestyle/travel">Travel</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-9 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Tags:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/tags/aseer-wooden-doors">Aseer wooden doors</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/tags/asir">Asir</a></div><div class="field-item even"><a href="/category/tags/saudi-arabia">Ƶ</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/tags/abaha">Abaha</a></div><div class="field-item even"><a href="/tags/abha">Abha</a></div></div></div> Fri, 11 Oct 2024 20:17:04 +0000 malawi 2574931 at South Korea: easy on the eye, not so easy on the wallet  /node/2574835/lifestyle <div class="field field-name-field-rbitem-author field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">article author:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/taxonomy/term/220521">Peter Harrison</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-author field-type-text field-label-inline clearfix"><div class="field-label">Author:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-publication-date field-type-datestamp field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><span class="date-display-single">Fri, 2024-10-11 08:08</span></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p> DUBAI: First off, a trip to South Korea is expensive. There’s no two ways about it. A return trip from Dubai costs in excess of $2,300 unless you opt to spending two days travelling in each direction. I chose the former. </p> <p> There’s a perception that if you love Japan, you’ll also love South Korea. In fact, I found that South Korea was nothing like Japan. But why should it be? The Japanese dynasty ended a long time ago. Korea feels more humble, less in-your-face. </p></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-binary field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2024/10/11/4533343-1442514269.jpg" width="1350" height="900" alt="" title="Seoul — the capital city — is large, clean, and very Western. (Shutterstock)" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-1 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Main category:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/lifestyle">Lifestyle</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/lifestyle/art-culture">Art &amp; Culture</a></div><div class="field-item even"><a href="/category/main-category/lifestyle/travel">Travel</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-9 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Tags:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/tags/south-korea">South Korea</a></div></div></div> Fri, 11 Oct 2024 05:15:34 +0000 hams.saleh 2574835 at Ƶ’s Heritage Commission vows to protect archeological sites against violators /node/2574480/saudi-arabia <div class="field field-name-field-rbitem-author field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">article author:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/taxonomy/term/247521">Tareq Al-Thaqafi</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-author field-type-text field-label-inline clearfix"><div class="field-label">Author:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-publication-date field-type-datestamp field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><span class="date-display-single">Tue, 2024-10-08 21:22</span></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p> MAKKAH: Ƶ’s Heritage Commission stressed that it will stand firmly against people who tamper with archeological sites, taking legal measures against them and preventing any transgressions that pose a threat to the safety of the Kingdom’s heritage.</p> <p> In the past week, the commission observed several violations of the antiquities and urban heritage regulations in Al-Wajh governorate in the Tabuk region and referred 23 expatriates to the relevant authorities.</p></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-binary field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2024/10/08/4532435-1409277731.jpg" width="1200" height="700" alt="Heritage Commission has vowed to protect and manage the Kingdom’s cultural wealth and archaeological sites by enforcing laws and regulations. (SPA)" title="Heritage Commission has vowed to protect and manage the Kingdom’s cultural wealth and archaeological sites by enforcing laws and regulations. (SPA)" /></div><div class="field-item odd"><img src="/sites/default/files/2024/10/08/4532444-26984537.jpg" width="1200" height="700" alt="" title="Heritage Commission has vowed to protect and manage Ƶ’s cultural wealth and archaeological sites by enforcing laws and regulations. (SPA)" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-1 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Main category:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/saudiarabia">Ƶ</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/category/main-category/lifestyle/travel">Travel</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-9 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Tags:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/tags/saudi-heritage-commission">Saudi Heritage Commission</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/category/tags/saudi-arabia">Ƶ</a></div></div></div> Tue, 08 Oct 2024 19:08:32 +0000 malawi 2574480 at World Halal Food Festival returns to London for ninth year /node/2572432/lifestyle <div class="field field-name-field-rbitem-author field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">article author:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/rbitem-author/arab-news">Arab News</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-publication-date field-type-datestamp field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><span class="date-display-single">Mon, 2024-09-23 09:17</span></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p> LONDON: The world’s largest halal food festival returns to London for its ninth year, with organizers anticipating more than 20,000 visitors.</p> <p> The World Halal Food Festival will take place from Sept. 28-29 at the London Stadium, displaying a wide range of cuisines from around the globe.</p></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-binary field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2024/09/23/4527217-1700526512.jpg" width="900" height="599" alt="" title="The World Halal Food Festival will take place at the London Stadium. (Supplied)" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-1 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Main category:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/lifestyle">Lifestyle</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/category/main-category/lifestyle/food-health">Food &amp; Health</a></div><div class="field-item even"><a href="/category/main-category/lifestyle/travel">Travel</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-9 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Tags:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/tags/london">London</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/tags/halal-food-festival">Halal Food Festival</a></div></div></div> Mon, 23 Sep 2024 06:37:27 +0000 saffiyanews 2572432 at Saudi tourism practices in spotlight in Jazan /node/2572181/saudi-arabia <div class="field field-name-field-rbitem-author field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">article author:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/taxonomy/term/242891">SPA</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-author field-type-text field-label-inline clearfix"><div class="field-label">Author:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-publication-date field-type-datestamp field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><span class="date-display-single">Fri, 2024-09-20 21:03</span></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p> JAZAN: The Higher Institute for Tourism and Hospitality, in cooperation with UN Tourism’s regional office in Riyadh, recently organized a workshop called “Innovative Approaches for Sustainable Tourism Practices” at the institute’s headquarters in Jazan.</p> <p> The workshop featured an introduction to sustainable tourism, under the supervision of Luis Nicolas Barrios, regional manager for innovation, education and investments at the UN Tourism Regional Office.</p></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-binary field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2024/09/20/4526373-1240977996.jpg" width="1200" height="700" alt="Brainstorming sessions were conducted to promote critical thinking and idea generation during the event. (SPA)" title="Brainstorming sessions were conducted to promote critical thinking and idea generation during the event. (SPA)" /></div><div class="field-item odd"><img src="/sites/default/files/2024/09/20/4526375-242080452.jpg" width="1200" height="700" alt="" title="Brainstorming sessions were conducted to promote critical thinking and idea generation during the event. (SPA)" /></div><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2024/09/20/4526376-941533060.jpg" width="1200" height="700" alt="" title="Brainstorming sessions were conducted to promote critical thinking and idea generation during the event. (SPA)" /></div><div class="field-item odd"><img src="/sites/default/files/2024/09/20/4526377-62790874.jpg" width="1200" height="700" alt="" title="Brainstorming sessions were conducted to promote critical thinking and idea generation during the event. (SPA)" /></div><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2024/09/20/4526378-717903028.jpg" width="1200" height="700" alt="" title="Brainstorming sessions were conducted to promote critical thinking and idea generation during the event. (SPA)" /></div><div class="field-item odd"><img src="/sites/default/files/2024/09/20/4526381-10935618.jpg" width="1200" height="700" alt="" title="Brainstorming sessions were conducted to promote critical thinking and idea generation during the event. (SPA)" /></div><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2024/09/20/4526379-308352694.jpg" width="1200" height="700" alt="" title="Brainstorming sessions were conducted to promote critical thinking and idea generation during the event. (SPA)" /></div><div class="field-item odd"><img src="/sites/default/files/2024/09/20/4526380-1939304349.jpg" width="1200" height="700" alt="" title="Brainstorming sessions were conducted to promote critical thinking and idea generation during the event. (SPA)" /></div><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2024/09/20/4526383-2108547151.jpg" width="1200" height="700" alt="" title="Brainstorming sessions were conducted to promote critical thinking and idea generation during the event. (SPA)" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-1 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Main category:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/saudiarabia">Ƶ</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/category/main-category/lifestyle/travel">Travel</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-9 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Tags:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/tags/higher-institute-tourism-and-hospitality">The Higher Institute for Tourism and Hospitality</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/category/tags/saudi-arabia">Ƶ</a></div></div></div> Fri, 20 Sep 2024 19:23:40 +0000 malawi 2572181 at Nujuma, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve — a great escape  /node/2571987/lifestyle <div class="field field-name-field-rbitem-author field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">article author:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/article-authors/shyama-krishna-kumar">Shyama Krishna Kumar</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-publication-date field-type-datestamp field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><span class="date-display-single">Thu, 2024-09-19 11:08</span></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p> RED SEA: The latest offering from Ƶ’s Red Sea Global Project — Nujuma, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve — is situated off the Kingdom’s west coast in the relatively untouched Ummahat Islands. It offers guests the opportunity to immerse themselves in Ƶ’s nature, culture and cuisine. </p> <p> Red Sea International Airport — situated where the expansive desert meets the cerulean coast — is fairly small. It took around five minutes from the plane stopping to being ushered out of the airport, luggage in hand, which has to be some kind of record. </p></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-binary field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2024/09/19/4525896-1062461559.jpg" width="900" height="506" alt="" title="There are 63 villas in total, both over-water and on the beach, and each shell-inspired domed structure comes with a private pool. (Supplied)" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-1 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Main category:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/lifestyle">Lifestyle</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/category/main-category/lifestyle/travel">Travel</a></div></div></div> Thu, 19 Sep 2024 08:15:59 +0000 saffiyanews 2571987 at Vibrant feathers in Asir’s cap /node/2571400/saudi-arabia <div class="field field-name-field-rbitem-author field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">article author:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/rbitem-author/arab-news">Arab News</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-publication-date field-type-datestamp field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><span class="date-display-single">Sat, 2024-09-14 20:27</span></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p> RIYADH: Asir, a region renowned for its natural beauty, is also a sanctuary for a range of migratory birds.</p> <p> These feathered visitors, some of which have inhabited the region for millennia, contribute significantly to the area’s rich biodiversity. The region’s diverse habitats, from highlands to plains, provide ideal conditions for a variety of bird species to thrive, the Saudi Press Agency reports.</p></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-binary field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2024/09/14/4524197-776201358.png" width="1200" height="1521" alt="Asir region’s diverse habitats, from highlands to plains, provide ideal conditions for a variety of bird species to thrive. (SPA)" title="Asir region’s diverse habitats, from highlands to plains, provide ideal conditions for a variety of bird species to thrive. (SPA)" /></div><div class="field-item odd"><img src="/sites/default/files/2024/09/14/4524205-372582052.png" width="1200" height="700" alt="" title="The acacia, juniper and natural flowers provide suitable habitats for different bird species. (SPA)" /></div><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2024/09/14/4524206-1853884609.jpg" width="1200" height="700" alt="" title="The acacia, juniper and natural flowers provide suitable habitats for different bird species. (SPA)" /></div><div class="field-item odd"><img src="/sites/default/files/2024/09/14/4524207-2081080643.jpg" width="1200" height="700" alt="" title="Asir region’s diverse habitats, from highlands to plains, provide ideal conditions for a variety of bird species to thrive. (SPA)" /></div><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2024/09/14/4524208-589924834.jpg" width="1200" height="700" alt="" title="The acacia, juniper and natural flowers provide suitable habitats for different bird species. (SPA)" /></div><div class="field-item odd"><img src="/sites/default/files/2024/09/14/4524210-649729117.jpg" width="1200" height="700" alt="" title="The acacia, juniper and natural flowers provide suitable habitats for different bird species. (SPA)" /></div><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2024/09/14/4524212-1775304774.jpg" width="1200" height="700" alt="" title="The acacia, juniper and natural flowers provide suitable habitats for different bird species. (SPA)" /></div><div class="field-item odd"><img src="/sites/default/files/2024/09/14/4524213-1446235416.jpg" width="1200" height="700" alt="" title="The acacia, juniper and natural flowers provide suitable habitats for different bird species. (SPA)" /></div><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2024/09/14/4524214-1490149005.jpg" width="1200" height="700" alt="" title="The acacia, juniper and natural flowers provide suitable habitats for different bird species. (SPA)" /></div><div class="field-item odd"><img src="/sites/default/files/2024/09/14/4524216-1948211657.jpg" width="1200" height="700" alt="" title="The acacia, juniper and natural flowers provide suitable habitats for different bird species. (SPA)" /></div><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2024/09/14/4524218-934173159.png" width="1200" height="945" alt="" title="The acacia, juniper and natural flowers provide suitable habitats for different bird species. (SPA)" /></div><div class="field-item odd"><img src="/sites/default/files/2024/09/14/4524219-2130406972.jpg" width="1200" height="700" alt="" title="The acacia, juniper and natural flowers provide suitable habitats for different bird species. (SPA)" /></div><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2024/09/14/4524221-1283548202.jpg" width="1200" height="700" alt="" title="The acacia, juniper and natural flowers provide suitable habitats for different bird species. (SPA)" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-1 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Main category:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/saudiarabia">Ƶ</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/category/main-category/lifestyle/travel">Travel</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-9 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Tags:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/tags/asir">Asir</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/tags/aseer">ASEER</a></div><div class="field-item even"><a href="/tags/natural-beauty-asir">Natural beauty of Asir</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/category/tags/saudi-arabia">Ƶ</a></div></div></div> Sat, 14 Sep 2024 19:30:43 +0000 malawi 2571400 at Flamboyant flamingos, sand dunes attract visitors to Al-Asfar Lake /node/2570714/saudi-arabia <div class="field field-name-field-rbitem-author field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">article author:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/taxonomy/term/247521">Tareq Al-Thaqafi</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-author field-type-text field-label-inline clearfix"><div class="field-label">Author:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-publication-date field-type-datestamp field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><span class="date-display-single">Mon, 2024-09-09 20:55</span></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p> MAKKAH: Ƶ’s Al-Asfar Lake, a vast landscape teeming with bird and wildlife, is an important site on the route of many migratory birds.</p> <p> Owing to its beauty and natural landscape, the lake is frequented by hikers, tourists and nature enthusiasts from around the world.</p></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-binary field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2024/09/09/4522415-1524734482.jpg" width="1200" height="700" alt="Rolling sand dunes around Al-Asfar lake offer visitors an ideal vantage point to watch the sunset and wildlife. (SPA)" title="Rolling sand dunes around Al-Asfar lake offer visitors an ideal vantage point to watch the sunset and wildlife. (SPA)" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-1 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Main category:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/saudiarabia">Ƶ</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/category/main-category/lifestyle/travel">Travel</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-9 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Tags:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/tags/flamingos">flamingos</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/tags/flamboyant-flamingos">Flamboyant flamingos</a></div></div></div> Mon, 09 Sep 2024 19:02:42 +0000 malawi 2570714 at Discover Jeddah brings the city’s soul to life /node/2570597/saudi-arabia <div class="field field-name-field-rbitem-author field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">article author:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/taxonomy/term/211151">Nada Hameed</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-publication-date field-type-datestamp field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><span class="date-display-single">Sun, 2024-09-08 20:27</span></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p> JEDDAH: Jeddah has long been the gateway to the Kingdom, playing a pivotal role in the nation’s economy through its historic ties to commerce and its unique position as a hub for religious tourism, primarily Umrah and Hajj.</p> <p> With the launch of Vision 2030, the city was destined to be at the forefront of the National Transformation Program, which elevates the tourism sector and establishes an ecosystem capable of welcoming 100 million tourists annually.</p></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-binary field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2024/09/08/4522091-654296885.jpg" width="1200" height="700" alt="Al-Balad, with its captivating historic charm and significant heritage, remains the most popular destination for local and international visitors. (Supplied/ Instagram/discoverjeddah)" title="Al-Balad, with its captivating historic charm and significant heritage, remains the most popular destination for local and international visitors. (Supplied/ Instagram/discoverjeddah)" /></div><div class="field-item odd"><img src="/sites/default/files/2024/09/08/4522101-658264776.jpg" width="1000" height="1333" alt="" title="Ali Almenaie with foreign tourists. (Supplied)" /></div><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2024/09/08/4522102-2074761848.jpg" width="1000" height="1333" alt="" title="Ali Almenaie with foreign tourists. (Supplied)" /></div><div class="field-item odd"><img src="/sites/default/files/2024/09/08/4522103-278070991.jpg" width="1000" height="1777" alt="" title="Ali Almenaie with foreign tourists. (Supplied)" /></div><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2024/09/08/4522105-81304085.jpg" width="1200" height="700" alt="" title="Kholoud Abdulwassie with foreign tourists. (Supplied)" /></div><div class="field-item odd"><img src="/sites/default/files/2024/09/08/4522106-170378680.jpg" width="1200" height="700" alt="" title="Kholoud Abdulwassie pose for a group photo with visitors. (Supplied)" /></div><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2024/09/08/4522107-908007523.jpg" width="1200" height="700" alt="" title="Al-Balad, with its captivating historic charm and significant heritage, remains the most popular destination for local and international visitors. (Supplied/ Instagram/discoverjeddah)" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-1 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Main category:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/saudiarabia">Ƶ</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/category/main-category/lifestyle/travel">Travel</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-9 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Tags:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/tags/ali-almenaie%E2%80%99s-tourism-project">Ali Almenaie’s tourism project</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/tags/jeddah-al-balad">Jeddah Al-Balad</a></div><div class="field-item even"><a href="/category/tags/saudi-arabia">Ƶ</a></div></div></div> Sun, 08 Sep 2024 18:57:42 +0000 malawi 2570597 at Beyond Everest — discovering Nepal as a non-trekker  /node/2570208/lifestyle <div class="field field-name-field-rbitem-author field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">article author:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/article-authors/shyama-krishna-kumar">Shyama Krishna Kumar</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-publication-date field-type-datestamp field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><span class="date-display-single">Thu, 2024-09-05 16:19</span></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p> DUBAI: Nepal is best known as the entry point to the Himalayas and Mount Everest, but this beautiful country actually provides a host of options for all kinds of travelers — even those with no desire to summit a mountain.   </p> <p> From the bustling streets of Kathmandu and the tranquil lakeside views of Pokhara set against the Himalayas to the nature reserves of Chitwan National Park and the hilltop peace of Bandipur, Nepal is a treasure trove of all things travel — and that’s true whether you’re a backpacker travelling on a budget or a family looking to unwind. </p></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-binary field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2024/09/05/4521054-1488748571.jpg" width="900" height="600" alt="" title="From the bustling streets of Kathmandu and the tranquil lakeside views of Pokhara set against the Himalayas to the nature reserves of Chitwan National Park and the hilltop peace of Bandipur, Nepal is a treasure trove of all things travel. (Shutterstock)" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-1 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Main category:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/lifestyle">Lifestyle</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/category/main-category/lifestyle/travel">Travel</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-9 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Tags:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/tags/nepal">nepal</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/category/tags/travel">Travel</a></div></div></div> Thu, 05 Sep 2024 13:32:30 +0000 saffiyanews 2570208 at