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Malaysia’s top tourist destination reopens despite country’s ongoing COVID-19 crisis

Malaysia’s top tourist destination reopens despite country’s ongoing COVID-19 crisis

  • Reopening of Langkawi part of domestic tourism bubble strategy to restore Malaysia’s reeling visitor sector
  • Only fully vaccinated domestic travelers allowed to visit island resort as 30,000 tourists expected in next 2 weeks
By KAMLES KUMAR ·
The 180 Beach Club offers spa services, including massage, pedicure and beach hairstyles. Visitors say they were attracted by the club’s ‘cool vibes.’ (Supplied)

Sun, sand and privacy: Saudi club beefs up facilities at private women’s beach in Alkhobar

By Nada Hameed ·
With its constant temperature and excellent visibility, the Red Sea is one of the world’s best spots for diving. (AN photos) photos

Tourists take diving in Jeddah to new height

By Rahaf Jambi ·
Jeddah and Alkhobar will launch their programs on Sept. 14. (SPA)

Saudi Arabia launches first stage of tourism program in Riyadh

By SPA ·
Heritage Authority CEO Dr. Jasir Al-Herbish discusses the Kingdom’s efforts to preserve the country’s urban heritage and archaeological sites. (SPA)

Saudi Arabia participates in International Restoration Week

By SPA ·
Soudah and Rijal Almaa boast a combination of geographic, historical and cultural diversity that gives visitors an authentic sense of social connection and cultural immersion. (Supplied) photos

Soudah and Rijal Almaa: Where Saudi Arabia’s natural beauty opens up to the world

By SPA ·
Inside the adventure playground of Riyadh’s Wadi Hanifah

Inside the adventure playground of Riyadh’s Wadi Hanifah

By George Charles Darley ·
The Community Event opens from 6 p.m. until midnight. (SPA)

Saudi Tourism Authority summer event draws crowds from Filipino community

By SPA ·
Armenia: Hidden gem of the Caucasus

Armenia: Hidden gem of the Caucasus

By George Charles Darley ·
Tabuk, one of KSA’s undiscovered gems, hosts valleys that are witnesses to history

Tabuk, one of KSA’s undiscovered gems, hosts valleys that are witnesses to history

By Arab News ·
The southern mountainous region is blessed with good weather year-round and, with cool rainfall in the hot summer months. (Supplied/File photo)

Saudis flocking to ‘magical’ Abha to cool off amid soaring heat

By DEEMA AL-KHUDAIR ·
The warm climate in Saudi Arabia makes for beautiful diving and swimming weather year-round along the coast, tempting many across the Kingdom to visit. (SPA)

Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea coast offers fascinating fun for vacationers

By Rashid Hassan ·
The municipalities of Tabuk and Najran have launched the “Take a picture and send it” campaign. (SPA)

Campaign to improve Saudi Arabia’s urban landscape

By SPA ·

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