JEDDAH: Many residents and visitors have opted for staycations in Saudi Arabia to welcome in the new year because of the dizzying array of attractions on offer, including music, theater, art and culinary delights for all ages.
Riyadh, in particular, has proved to be a magnet for those seeking high-energy celebrations. Boulevard City, at the heart of the capital’s festivities, is expected to have large crowds for the planned fireworks.
Huda Al-Faisal, visiting from Dhahran with her husband and two children, said: “We decided to spend our school holidays in Riyadh and visit Boulevard City and Boulevard World.
“Because it is lively, safe, and full of entertainment for the whole family, especially with the onset of winter, it almost feels like being in a Western country.”
The city offers a variety of culinary experiences, from gourmet restaurants to food trucks serving international favorites.
