{"id":62465,"date":"2025-08-06T11:18:09","date_gmt":"2025-08-06T11:18:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/62465\/"},"modified":"2025-08-06T11:18:09","modified_gmt":"2025-08-06T11:18:09","slug":"hackathon-to-drive-innovation-in-alula-tourism","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/62465\/","title":{"rendered":"Hackathon to drive innovation in AlUla tourism"},"content":{"rendered":"


\n\tJEDDAH: Jeddah Summer Season is in full swing, offering a mix of entertainment, sports, shopping, and cultural experiences that continue to attract locals and tourists despite the summer heat.<\/p>\n


\n\tRunning until Aug. 31 under the \u201cColor Your Summer\u201d initiative by the Saudi Tourism Authority, the season features a rich lineup of events that highlight Jeddah\u2019s coastal charm, family appeal, and commercial energy.<\/p>\n


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\n\t\tVisitors say this year\u2019s Jeddah Summer Season program offers more variety and polish than ever. (Supplied) <\/p>\n


\n\tFrom the immersive Forest Wonders experience, thrilling horror fests and buzzing beach activities, to musical performances and heritage shopping in Al-Balad, the program reflects the city\u2019s reputation as a top-tier tourism destination in Saudi Arabia.<\/p>\n


\n\tPopular attractions this year include the Jeddah Shopping Festival, which combines major retail details with lively music nights and engaging live shows, creating a singular commercial and entertainment experience.<\/p>\n


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\n\t\t\t\t\u2022 Jeddah Summer Season is running until Aug. 31 under the \u2018Color Your Summer\u2019 initiative by the Saudi Tourism Authority. <\/p>\n


\n\t\t\t\t\u2022 It features a rich lineup of events that highlight Jeddah\u2019s coastal charm, family appeal, and commercial energy.<\/p>\n


\n\tThe West Coast beach program is another standout, offering a range of activities at popular spots.<\/p>\n


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\n\t\tSaudi Tourism Authority\u2019s \u201cColor Your Summer\u201d initiative, running until Aug. 31, showcases Jeddah\u2019s coastal charm, family appeal, and commercial vibrancy. (Supplied) <\/p>\n


\n\tThe attractions include the Zaya, Eden and Kashta beaches, the Souq, Pink beach (private location for women) and Jeddah Waves where visitors can enjoy concerts, food stalls, and family-friendly fun along the Red Sea coast.<\/p>\n


\n\tMeanwhile Forest Wonders has emerged as a family favorite. The air-conditioned, jungle-themed indoor venue features animal encounters, theatrical performances, adventure-style dining, and interactive experiences designed to captivate children and adults.<\/p>\n

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\n\t\tWe visit Jeddah every summer, but this year\u2019s has been truly exceptional. The range of events and the level of organization are impressive; the events are beautifully diversified.<\/p>\n


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\n\t\tAbulrahman Al-Nahari, Returning visitor from Jazan<\/p>\n

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\n\tVisitors say this year\u2019s program offers more variety and polish than ever.<\/p>\n


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\n\t\tSaudi Tourism Authority\u2019s \u201cColor Your Summer\u201d initiative, running until Aug. 31, showcases Jeddah\u2019s coastal charm, family appeal, and commercial vibrancy. (Supplied) <\/p>\n


\n\tAbulrahman Al-Nahari, a 52-year-old returning visitor from Jazan, praised the organization and diversity of activities, citing a beach trip and island tour to Bayada as highlights.<\/p>\n


\n\tHe told Arab News: \u201cWe visit Jeddah every summer, but this year\u2019s has been truly exceptional. The range of events and the level of organization are impressive; the events are beautifully diversified.\u201d<\/p>\n


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\n\t\tSaudi Tourism Authority\u2019s \u201cColor Your Summer\u201d initiative, running until Aug. 31, showcases Jeddah\u2019s coastal charm, family appeal, and commercial vibrancy. (Supplied) <\/p>\n


\n\tAl-Nahari, who is visiting with his four children, added: \u201cWe have been here for just a week and it is fun so far … Despite the heat we enjoyed activities such as Kashta beach and the Jeddah historical district.\u201d<\/p>\n


\n\tFatima Al-Bugami, a mother of two from Makkah, said her children loved Forest Wonders, while she enjoyed shopping in the historic Al-Balad district.<\/p>\n


\n\t\u201cIt is a unique shopping experience in the heart of Jeddah where you can find everything you need,\u201d she said, noting that they also enjoyed dining at Bab Makkah\u2019s seafood restaurants.<\/p>\n


\n\t\u201cIt was a fun day for us,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n


\n\tEven lifelong Jeddah resident Muhannad Shaker, who typically avoids crowds, was impressed by the season\u2019s offerings.<\/p>\n


\n\t\u201cThis year my friends were able to convince me to go to the various beaches which are part of Jeddah Summer Season and I really found them well organized and very neat,\u201d he told Arab News.<\/p>\n


\n\t\u201cIt kept us busy with entertaining activities beside swimming \u2026 So, simply this year\u2019s season combines commerce and entertainment events which is really amazing.\u201d<\/p>\n


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