Saudi Arabia is a very popular and trendy country in overall Middle East. Mecca and Medina, the most famous cities in the Muslim culture, are located in Saudi Arabia. Every year, many tourists take advantage of going to Saudi Arabia, and a lot of them are Muslims who go to perform pilgrimage. Pilgrimage can be major or minor – A major is called Hajj, and a minor is known as Umrah (a short version of Hajj).
If you have thought/plan to go to Saudi Arabia in the 2024 summer season, then you shouldn’t miss the advantage of this opportunity. Summer can be a good season according to one’s personal preferences, but you should remember that the weather in Saudi Arabia during summer is sweltering. Even the country only gets cold in some places, which we will discuss in this article. And you may experience the snow falling there but not in the summer months like June to September. For the snowfalling experience, you still have the opportunity to have Umrah Packages 2023.
So, let’s discuss some places where you can spend your summer in 2024:
Abha in the Asir Mountains:
Abha is a beautiful city between the Asir region’s mountains. It’s like a very natural place which has a lush green beauty. It has become prevalent for tourists to stay and enjoy because of its cooler temperature. What visitors can do in Abha? They can go hiking in Abha National Park, swim at waterfalls, and, most importantly, visit historic Jabal Shada village.
Jeddah:
Do you know Jeddah is the second largest city in Saudi Arabia? Jeddah is also a very famous city after Mecca and Medina. The thing that increases its popularity is it’s the gateway to go to Mecca and Medina. Pilgrims from different parts of the world arrive at the airport of Jeddah to go further to perform their pilgrimage.
One can do a lot of activities in Jeddah, and it also has beautiful beaches. Jeddah is a popular tourist spot for Saudis as well. Tourists can go swimming, shopping, dining, sunbathing, etc.
Al-Ula:
Al-Ula is a very ancient city in the northwest of Saudi Arabia. It includes the Mada’in Saleh, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Hegra is also one of the famous places here for tourists to visit. Visitors can do a lot of activities there, such as camel riding, desert safari, hot air ballooning, etc.
Riyadh:
Do you know Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia? The city of Riyadh is trendy and has many things for tourists to do while enjoying their vacations. Visitors can go shopping, visit museums, and can attend sporting events.
Here are some other destinations that you can visit on a summer trip to Saudi Arabia in 2024:
- Dammam
- Yanbu
- Tabuk
- Al Baha
- Najran
These cities can be very relaxed and comfortable for you. Please keep in mind to follow the cultural rules when visiting tourist destinations. An additional tip is taking breaks and drinking plenty of water.
In conclusion, a Saudi Arabia trip can be your best plan. If you are arranging a trip with your family, you must take care of many things. It would be best if you do pre-booking of your journey. You can take an opportunity of Umrah packages that provide you the remaining days once you have performed Umrah. Remember, you must follow the local cultures and customs when you go to any other country. For the Middle East, rules can be tricky. If you break the regulations, the penalty in KSA is very harsh. May you have a good and enjoyable trip in 2024 according to your plans!
