[News] King Abdullah Port receives the first cruise ships to enrich the Saudi summer season

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The King Abdullah Port in King Abdullah Economic City in Rabigh received yesterday the first cruise ships coming to the Kingdom’s ports via the “Silver Spirit” ship in an exceptional tourism experience, the first of its kind in the Kingdom, accompanied by world-class service providers. The Saudi Tourism Authority invited them to provide The finest services for vacationers within the activities of the Saudi Summer Season "Breathe".
The General Authority for Ports "Mawani" has intensified its efforts by harnessing all logistical services and operational efficiencies in the Kingdom's ports. To provide the best and highest level of service, amid the concerted efforts of all human cadres in the ports and government sectors operating in them, which ensures maximum benefit from the distinguished geographical location of the Kingdom's ports on the coasts of the Red Sea and the Arabian Gulf.
King Abdullah Port will witness the start of operating tourist trips tomorrow, passing through Yanbu Commercial Port and from there to Sindala Island in NEOM, according to an integrated system of advanced and operational marine services and equipment.
The Executive Director of Strategy at the Red Sea Cruise Ship Company, Ghassan Khan, explained that “Red Sea Spirit” is the operating platform for cruise cruises, which represents a distinct tourism value that combines luxury with the exploration of new worlds, and exceptional opportunities to enjoy exploring the tourist treasures spanning the coastline of the Red Sea.
He added that through these cruises, one can see the islands, beaches and the charming nature, which enhances the idea of enjoying this atmosphere because of the multiple services and facilities that these ships have, in addition to the various activities and activities, which contribute to meeting the aspirations of all groups and segments of society.
He said: The ship "Silver Spirit" contains 8 luxurious restaurants, a swimming pool, in addition to many entertainment and music programs that will be presented on the stage. Educational, entertainment and exploratory programs have also been placed on the deck of the ship, in order to give a wide space to enjoy throughout the trip.
He stressed the implementation of all precautions, preventive measures and health protocols in order to preserve the safety of tourists, before and after the boarding of passengers on board the ship and at all stations during which cruises will stop, in coordination with all concerned authorities, with the aim of enjoying safe and enjoyable tourism experiences.
It is noteworthy that 75% of the ship’s carrying capacity will be occupied, with the aim of achieving social distancing routes between tourists, while the voyages include two types of lanes, the first passing by the Ras al-Abyad beach in Yanbu and then returning to the starting point for 3 nights, and the second route passes to the Ras al-Ras beach Al-Abyad in Yanbu and Neum, and then back to the starting point over the course of 4 nights.
As for the facilities of the "Silver Spirit" ship, there is a "large theater" that offers various shows, in addition to a small market with souvenir products, in addition to a video games area, two swimming pools, the first one exposed on the deck and the other closed, and a gym equipped with the latest equipment and other facilities. Other.
The Saudi Tourism Authority’s interest in operating “cruise” cruise ships is due to rediscover the Red Sea coast during the summer by spending an open sea vacation with the utmost luxury of a five-star category, enjoying luxurious food dishes on board one of the most luxurious cruise ships in the world, and making the best beautiful memories. on her.