Sustainable Saudi: two new resorts

RESORT DEVELOPER Red Sea Global has announced plans to open two new destinations in Saudi Arabia that are centred on sustainability, from the exclusive use of electric vehicles in-destination to the focus on environmental protection and the upskilling of local communities.

Located along Saudi Arabia's west coast, The Red Sea is launching this year with three hotels in 2023: Six Senses Southern Dunes The Red Sea, St. Regis Red Sea Resort and Nujuma A Ritz-Carlton Reserve. The destination covers 28,000 km2 and includes a vast archipelago of more than 90 islands. The destination also features desert dunes, mountain canyons, dormant volcanoes and ancient cultural and heritage sites. It is designed to include hotels, residential properties, leisure, commercial and entertainment amenities, as well as supporting infrastructure that emphasises renewable energy and water conservation and re-use, as well as a circular waste management system to achieve zero waste to landfill. www.redseaglobal.com

Amaala, which will open next year, will be an integrated family wellness destination and the first global integrated family wellness destination. Two of its signature attractions will be the Red Sea marine life institute, an educational and scientific research centre, and the Triple Bay Marina Yacht Club, which is set to become an international hub for luxury yachting.

Cruise tours expert adds promotions

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Venture Ashore has introduced new group shore excursions and promotions in the Middle East. The latest promotion to be added is a free space for group leaders on groups of 20 or more.

Venture Ashore’s group departments and group specialists create commissionable custom excursions with flexible payment options and back-to-ship guarantee with a number of tours in Dubai, Israel and Oman. www.ventureashore.com

Ras Al Khaimah to host Minifootball World Cup ‘23

RAS AL Khaimah is looking to establish a reputation for putting on global sports events by hosting the region’s first Minifootball World Cup – a major international competition held every two years – which will bring 32 national teams and their fans to the emirate in November.

Taking place from October 26th to

November 4th, the Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority believes that the tournament will be a great showcase as spectators will be able to explore the region and take part in activities including hiking, rock climbing, kayaking, experiencing the world's longest zipline and enjoying the 64km of coastline. www.visitrasalkhaimah.com

Premier bolsters Middle East focus

PREMIER Holidays has launched its new ‘Faraway’ brochure incorporating beach product to include destinations in the Middle East.

The operator has also added a new ‘Beyond’ section highlighting the vast selection of stopover combinations in Dubai. Copies of the brochure are being distributed to agents.

www.premierholidays.co.uk