FOR THE SEA AND WELLNESS LOVER: AMAALA, SAUDI ARABIA

Luxury travel is increasingly defined not by where travelers go, but by what draws them there. Some journeys begin with the promise of open water and untamed landscapes; others are shaped by art, history, wildlife or time spent together as a family. From AMAALA on the Red Sea to the Mediterranean, Mauritius, South Africa and Hong Kong, these six destinations offer a passport to experiences tailored to every kind of traveler.

Set along Saudi Arabia’s north-western coast, AMAALA brings together the Red Sea, desert and mountains across a destination shaped by wellness, recovery and exploration. Its three sheltered bays open onto waters inhabited by dolphins, reef sharks, green turtles and abundant marine life, while the surrounding wadis and mountain trails extend the sense of adventure inland. At the centre of its marine offering is Corallium, an immersive marine life institute combining aquarium exhibits, research facilities and educational experiences designed to inspire a deeper understanding of the Red Sea.

Adventure unfolds above and below the water through experiences led by Galaxea, WAMA and Akun. Galaxea offers tailored snorkelling and diving programmes from its base within Corallium, taking guests into the open waters off the AMAALA coast. WAMA introduces everything from kayaking and kitesurfing to eFoiling across the destination’s bays and coves, while Akun leads travellers inland for hiking and cycling through secluded wadis, alongside geology, heritage, stargazing and astronomy experiences.

In addition to exploration, visitors to AMAALA can immerse themselves in the destination’s extensive wellness offering, with its first two resorts, Four Seasons AMAALA and Six Senses AMAALA, now open and welcoming guests. Four Seasons AMAALA takes a purpose-driven approach to wellbeing, creating personalised experiences spanning mindfulness, fitness and restoration within an expansive spa and wellness centre. Six Senses AMAALA complements this with its nature-led philosophy of holistic regeneration, offering tailored wellness programmes alongside a Longevity Centre, Biohacking Recovery Lounge, Watsu pool and sound dome. Together, the two resorts offer a restorative counterpoint to days spent exploring the Red Sea and surrounding landscapes, allowing travellers to move seamlessly between adventure and wellbeing.

For reservations and more information, please visit https://www.visitredsea.com/en/destinations/amaala