An intriguing destination for hundreds of years, Saudi Arabia can be found in the Middle East and is famous for being the birthplace of Islam. Home to two of the holiest Muslim cities, Mecca and Medina, the country draws hundreds of thousands of pilgrims every year, especially around the time of Ramadan. Beyond the religious reasons to go to Kingdom of Saud, the discovery of oil more than 75 years ago enriched this desert nation and created a five-star luxury mentality that is manifested in its beautiful high end luxury hotels and fabulous Gulf of Arabia resorts. Other indicators of oil wealth are exotic and high-end cars, opulent shopping centres for the wealthy and gleaming skyscrapers that are architectural works of art. Oil matters form the majority of business dealings in Saudi Arabia, so the demand for high class accommodation is ever-present. You can expect to find many business-oriented hotels, in a variety of price ranges. Because the Kingdom has no tourist travel visas, most visitors to it are either businessmen or those making religious pilgrimages.

When visiting Saudi Arabia, be sure to check out the markets and revel in their smells of exotic spices and handicrafts of gold and other precious metals. Cuisine in Saudi Arabia runs from standard Middle Eastern fare to local creations with kebabs, pita bread, hummus, and falafel all favourites. Don’t forget to enjoy exploring ruins of ancient Arabia that dot the desert and parts of its old cities. You may need to find a reason to enter that is related to business or religion, but once there is lots to do and places to appreciate. The capital city of Riyadh has many themed attractions and opportunities for families to enjoy, as well as a plethora of hotels and dining choices.