Monaco Yacht Clubs in Saudi and More Luxury Hotels in Ras Al Khaimah
Photo Caption: A rendering of the yacht club in Amaala. Supplied.
Skift Take
In this Skift Middle East Report, we also look at the changing face of Saudia Arabia, looking to become a leader in sustainability, culture and yacht parties.
Middle East Travel Roundup
Get the latest news from the Middle East in one easy-to-digest newsletter.For a long time, perhaps the only comparison one could draw between Monaco and Gulf capital Saudi Arabia was a lack of personal income tax. Now, Saudi is looking to become a bit more like Monaco when it comes to its lavish yachting industry.
The Kingdom has called upon Monaco Marina Management to help run its space-age yacht club in Amaala – one of the high-end tourism destinations along the Red Sea. The Yacht Club de Monaco company will help create events, a sailing academy, and support with training and recruitment.
The same Monaco Yacht Club signed a deal with Amaala’s regulatory body in August to host events in Saudi.
Saudi's Sustainability PushSaudi Arabia says it wants to lead the way in sustainable travel and tourism, calling for the world to back its Sustainable Tourism Global Center - a "multi-national coalition" for sustainability.
Announced two years ago by the country's crown prince, the center is under the banner of th
