AlUla vacation in Saudi Arabia

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CARBON REDUCTION

Shared and Local Transportation: Tours use shared air-conditioned minibuses and private vehicles for small groups to reduce per-person carbon impact. Where possible, eco-certified operators are selected.

Vegetarian & Vegan Options: All tours include access to vegetarian/vegan-friendly meals daily – either in local restaurants or hotel buffets. Travelers are informed in advance to request dietary preferences, and guides assist in ensuring availability.

Locally Sourced & Seasonal Food: The tour partners with restaurants and hotels that focus on local Saudi produce, such as dates, lamb, grains, spices, and seasonal fruits. Farm-to-table culinary experiences are promoted.

ENVIRONMENT AND WILDLIFE

Carbon Awareness for Travelers: We provide a “Travel Sustainably” pre-arrival guide with carbon-reducing and environmentally friendly suggestions: reuse water bottles, opt for vegetarian meals, and use train travel where available. It also promotes choosing direct flights and limiting excess baggage.

People

LOCAL ECONOMY

Locally Owned Accommodations: A high proportion of hotels we use include locally owned boutique hotels, desert camps, and guest houses, especially in AlUla.

Local Economic Empowerment: Tours prioritize using Saudi local guides, handicraft workshops, market visits, and culinary classes with local chefs. Visits to traditional Bedouin weaving collectives, date farms, and women-led artisanal cooperatives in Jeddah are included.

EMPLOYMENT, INCLUSIVITY AND DIVERSITY

Local Employment Priority: We partner with operators that employ 90%+ local staff, including guides, drivers, hospitality teams, and logistics. In AlUla, more than 75% of team members are from local communities.

Inclusive Hiring: Women, indigenous groups (such as the Bedouin), and people with disabilities are prioritized in hiring for supporting roles like guiding, culinary experiences, and art/craft demonstrations.

Fair Wages and Local Standards: All workers are paid at or above the Saudi minimum wage, and accommodation partners are required to uphold fair labor practices.

Workplace Diversity Strategy: We support a diverse and inclusive team across all departments and respects all backgrounds regardless of gender, ethnicity, nationality or religion.