Saudi Arabia has earmarked SR3.5bn ($932m) for the advancement of 17 tourism projects in Al-Ahsa, aiming to transform the area into a pivotal destination within the country’s burgeoning travel industry.
Tourism minister Ahmed Al-Khateeb, during a tour to promote regional tourism, unveiled plans to bolster the region’s infrastructure to accommodate a growing number of visitors.
The investment will introduce more than 1,800 new hotel rooms, utilising Al-Ahsa’s natural and cultural offerings to draw both local and international tourists, reported Arab News.
This initiative is a component of the country’s National Tourism Strategy, which sets a target of welcoming 150 million visitors annually by 2030 and increasing tourism’s GDP…
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