{"id":193129,"date":"2025-10-21T17:04:03","date_gmt":"2025-10-21T15:04:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.parisselectbook.com\/2025\/10\/21\/saudi-arabia-the-oasis-that-surpasses-the-maldives-in-beauty-and-eco-responsibility\/"},"modified":"2025-10-21T17:04:03","modified_gmt":"2025-10-21T15:04:03","slug":"saudi-arabia-the-oasis-that-surpasses-the-maldives-in-beauty-and-eco-responsibility","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.parisselectbook.com\/en\/2025\/10\/21\/saudi-arabia-the-oasis-that-surpasses-the-maldives-in-beauty-and-eco-responsibility\/","title":{"rendered":"Saudi Arabia: the oasis that surpasses the Maldives in beauty and eco-responsibility"},"content":{"rendered":"

Between dunes<\/a>, mangroves and reefs, a destination on the Red Sea in Saudi Arabia is catching the eye. Its challenge: to combine unspoilt beauty with sober resource management, far from clich\u00e9s. As a result, the curious traveler finds a clear promise of meaning and pleasure. <\/p>\n

An oasis on the Red Sea, between desert and reef<\/h2>\n

The site extends over an archipelago<\/a> of more than 90 islands<\/strong> and an unspoilt coastline. The transparent waters are home to some of the best-preserved coral reefs<\/strong> in the region. In Saudi Arabia, this rare geography offers calm lagoons, seagrass beds and deeper drop-offs. What’s more, the desert-ocean contrast creates a unique light at sunrise. <\/p>\n

The managers announce strict protection of a large area, with few islands open to visitors. The aim is to promote positive-impacttourism<\/a><\/strong>, with wildlife monitoring and limited access. As a result, turtles and seabirds retain their nesting and resting habits. This ambition sets Saudi Arabia on a new trajectory in the region. <\/p>\n

Concrete proof of regenerative tourism<\/h3>\n

Operational energy<\/a> is provided by solar power 24 hours a day<\/strong>, thanks to extensive battery storage. Internal shuttles are emission-free and noise-free. In addition, a renewable energy-powered desalination plant supplies fresh water, with grey water reuse<\/strong>. In Saudi Arabia, this approach reduces pressure on already arid environments. <\/p>\n

“Here, luxury rhymes with sobriety: protecting the reef means protecting the future of the voyage.”<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Teams restore mangroves to sequester carbon and defend the coastline. They document the condition of coral and seagrass beds before each project. In this way, impact measurement precedes the work and guides technical choices. This protocol is gaining ground in Saudi Arabia. <\/p>\n

The buildings are built off-site, using less carbon-intensive materials. Lighting remains directed towards the ground, to preserve a dark sky. What’s more, the site bans single-use plastic<\/g> and captures waste at source. In Saudi Arabia, these simple gestures are making a difference on a daily basis. <\/p>\n