JEDDAH: As families across Saudi Arabia prepare for the Eid Al-Adha break, many are seeking an escape that balances celebration with stillness, a setting where shared meals, nature and meaningful moments take precedence overcrowded malls and busy streets.
From the untouched islands and desert dunes of The Red Sea to the cool highlands of Asir and the mountains of Taif, the country’s diverse landscapes are shaping a new kind of Eid getaway — one defined by proximity, authenticity and shared experience.
The Saudi Tourism Authority has identified domestic travel as a key growth driver under Vision 2030, with the Kingdom aiming to increase tourism’s contribution to gross domestic product to 10 percent by the end of the decade.
Eid holidays remain among the highest-demand periods in the local travel calendar as residents increasingly look inward, rediscovering a breadth of experiences ranging from coastal retreats and desert hideaways to mountain escapes and urban staycations.
Rania Asaad, from Jeddah, said: “Eid Al-Adha has always been a perfect opportunity for us to escape to Cairo. The weather is pleasant, the prices are reasonable, and there is always something new to explore. Now, with the remarkable tourism projects taking place across the Kingdom, I’m excited to discover the incredible escapes we have right here at home.”
