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Red Sea Global (RSG).
Owned by the country’s Public Investment Fund (PIF), RSG is a cornerstone of Saudi Vision 2030.
This plan aspires to boost the tourism sector’s share of national GDP to 10 percent.
RSG taps into the tourism potential of Saudi Arabia’s west coast. It spans over 28,000 square
kilometers and boasts over 90 unspoiled islands. It boasts breathtaking beaches and the world’s
fourth-largest barrier reef alongside natural landscapes — think dormant volcanoes, desert dunes,
and mountain canyons.
In 2023, RSG opened its first two resorts. To facilitate easier travel, the destination also has its own
international airport.
RSG is futuristic in the sense that it will have many avant-garde-looking accommodations, such as
overwater orbs. It will also have a remote-controlled robot to maintain the pristine condition of its
beaches. However, it’s also steeped in cultural heritage, with visitors having access to numerous
historical and cultural sites. For those seeking some thrill, it will also offer an array of land-based
adventures, such as desert safaris and mountain biking, and water activities, like diving.
In a previous exclusive interview with Economy Middle East, RSG CEO John Pagano discussed the
project’s commitment to championing regenerative tourism.
“Regenerative tourism dictates that we serve people as well as our planet, creating opportunities for
Saudis and the economy to protect, preserve, and actively enhance the environment around us. At
The Red Sea, we are creating 70,000 new jobs and developing talent for the expanding tourism
sector,” he stated.

Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates

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