Three years ago, I made a decision that changed my perspective on travel completely. I left my corporate job in London and set out to explore a country that few Westerners truly knew—Saudi Arabia. What I discovered wasn't just breathtaking landscapes or ancient ruins; it was a nation in transformation, caught between preserving its rich heritage and racing toward an ambitious future.
This isn't a typical travel blog filled with generic tips and recycled information. Every story here is born from my own footsteps—the dust of AlUla on my boots, the taste of fresh dates in a Riyadh market, the salt spray from Jeddah's corniche at dawn. I've walked through Nabataean tombs under starlit skies, navigated the chaotic beauty of traditional souqs, and sat with locals over countless cups of Arabic coffee.
Saudi Arabia opened to tourism only in 2019, and I was fortunate enough to witness this historic shift firsthand. I've seen the country evolve from cautious hospitality to genuine warmth, as Saudis themselves rediscovered their own treasures alongside curious travelers. Through this site, I share not just where to go, but what it feels like to be there—the moments that statistics and guidebooks can't capture.
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Standing before Hegra's towering tomb facades at sunrise, I understood why the Nabataeans chose this place. The silence isn't empty—it's thick with four thousand years of stories carved into stone.
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From the historic Diriyah ruins to the futuristic Kingdom Tower, Riyadh pulses with an energy that's uniquely Saudi—traditional values meeting radical ambition.
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Al-Balad's ancient merchant houses tell tales of spice routes and pearl divers, while the Red Sea coastline offers some of the world's most pristine diving spots.
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