RIYADH — Since the launch of the Saudi Winter Season on Dec. 10, 2020, until the end of next March 2021, the Saudi Tourism Authority (STA) has been keen to make its more than 17 tourist destinations and 300 experiences and packages suitable for all family members and all segments of the society including locals and expatriates.
Perhaps the most ideal destination to achieve all these goals is King Abdullah Economic City (KAEC), which enjoys international tourism potential for families.
The Saudi Tourism Authority has provided more than 200 companies in the private sector full opportunity to offer various packages in the Saudi Winter Season. King Abdullah Economic City is one of the largest cities in the world that is fully managed by the private sector.
KAEC is distinguished by the sustainability of its tourist lifestyle throughout the year, thanks to its moderate weather especially during the winter season, and to its programs and activities that suit all ages and groups.
King Abdullah Economic City hosts many facilities such as cafes, shopping malls, yachts, golf courses, bowling, billiards, jet skis, sports club, and many other activities to spend enjoyable times for family members.
In the “Beach Walk” area, there are many outdoor family areas, and local and international restaurants overlooking the waterfront. In the “Marina” area, tourists can rent rowing boats and jet skis. In addition to the “Family Entertainment Center” area that includes a number of food trucks.
There is also the “Laguna Reserve” area, which enjoys many fun marine activities, including swimming, snorkeling, rowing boats, and jet skis in ‘Pure Beach’, in addition to the Laguna adventures that include riding quad motorcycles, four-wheel drive vehicles, and other activities.
The “Bay La Sun” area with its marine facilities, such as Yam Beach, Bay La Sun Yacht Club and Water Sports, which provides the opportunity to enjoy boat tours in the water canal, swimming, diving, and fishing trips that suit all family members.
Few steps from the coastal area, the “Royal Greens” golf course and the Country Club are located in Al-Murooj district, the most luxurious neighborhood in KAEC.
The golf course and Country Club are among the most important luxury leisure attractions in KAEC, which provide fun and exciting experiences for all lovers of high-end golf.
KAEC is characterized by its world-class programs, activities, and facilities, which are now shared with the Saudi Winter Season that placed KAEC among its distinctive tourist destinations through welcoming tourists by pre-booking packages and organized trips that suit all family members.