Tourism Resumes in Saudi Arabia with ‘Tanaffas’ Initiative

Saudi Arabia launched the Tanaffas (breathe) initiative to that allows local tourists to enjoy 10 destinations in the country without compromising their health as strict safety safeguards have been put in place as the country still grapple with the novel coronavirus outbreak.

In a virtual press conference on Wednesday, Saudi Tourism Minister Ahmed Al-Khatib said that internal tourism will become prevalent all over the world because coronavirus fears discourage travel abroad.

“This summer presents a great opportunity for exploring Saudi Arabia’s many tourist destinations and their historical, natural and cultural treasures,” he said. “The campaign also contributes to the Ministry of Tourism’s efforts to rejuvenate the tourism…