DesertBoard, the Middle East’s leading innovator in sustainable building material for construction solutions, will debut its flagship Palm Strand Board (PSB®) at the Saudi Wood Expo 2025, marking its first major showcase in the Kingdom. Manufactured from agricultural palm waste—an abundant, underused resource in the region PSB® offers a viable, research-backed solution to Saudi Arabia’s growing need
An extraordinary celestial event, captured under the pristine night skies of AlUla, has been selected by NASA as its Astronomy Picture of the Day (APOD), a daily feature where NASA highlights one of the world’s best astronomy photographs. The striking image, taken by photographers Yousif Alqasimi and Essa Al Jasmi, shows the vibrant green glow
AROYA Cruises, the first Arabian cruise line, has announced its upcoming return to the Red Sea this September, with a new season of sailings departing from its homeport of Jeddah. Building on the success of its inaugural Mediterranean season from Galataport Istanbul, the refreshed itineraries will take guests back to the Red Sea’s most captivating
The desert beats are calling. AZIMUTH, AlUla’s exclusive music event, returns for its fifth edition on 25 and 26th September 2025, once again transforming the majestic desert landscape into a rhythmic journey, until the sun comes up. Set in the awe-inspiring Thanaya AlUla outdoor venue – framed by sandstone cliffs and open skies, AZIMUTH 2025 promises
The Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah launched the Nusuk Umrah service on Wednesday, allowing international pilgrims to apply for Umrah visa and book services directly online. Available on https://umrah.nusuk.sa/, the platform aims to improve service quality and enrich the pilgrim experience, Saudi Press Agency reported. Nusuk Umrah is a new option for international Umrah
The Royal Commission for Riyadh City (RCRC) is bringing the renowned Opera “Carmen”for the first time to Saudi Arabia, which will be performed in Riyadh by the prestigious China National Opera House (CNOH). This world-class performance is part of the celebrated 2025China–Saudi Arabia Cultural Year, commemorating the 35th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two nations. Carmen, a four-act
As the Kingdom celebrate Saudi National Day, Nujuma, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, offers a meaningful setting to reflect on heritage and progress. Located within the Ummahat Islands along the Red Sea coast, the resort presents a rare combination of seclusion, refined service, and curated experiences that align with the spirit of the occasion. Proudly part of