Red Sea Global, the developer behind The Red Sea and AMAALA, recently announced that Saudi Arabia’s newest luxury resort, Shebara, and the fourth to open its doors at The Red Sea destination, will be welcoming guests starting November 2024.
Shebara offers luxury, sustainability, and innovation to redefine the tourism experience. The resort provides direct access to an extraordinary marine environment where guests can enjoy diving in some of the most pristine, biodiverse waters in the world.
“We are immensely proud to open Shebara to the world, yet another remarkable milestone for Red Sea Global and Saudi tourism. This luxury and truly one-of-a-kind resort embodies our commitment to innovative design and sustainable tourism,” stated John Pagano, group CEO of Red Sea Global.
73 overwater and beachfront luxury villas
The Red Sea setting will ensure guests are provided with an experience far beyond the ordinary. Shebara’s 73 overwater and beachfront villas shimmer in the bright sunshine, offering guests a one-of-a-kind experience. The island features a 30- to 40-meter reef drop-off close to the beach. Famous for its distinctive stainless-steel orbs, Shebara will also be the first resort at The Red Sea that Red Sea Global owns and operates.
Beyond the natural beauty that surrounds the resort, Shebara invites guests to immerse themselves in luxury and take advantage of the premium amenities, including a state-of-the-art fitness center and exceptional cuisine, delivered by world-class chefs, such as Michelin star chef Marco Garfagnini.
Guests can also enjoy an exceptional nature-inspired spa sanctuary with five luxurious treatment rooms, all while being able to relax and reset, surrounded by sun, sea, and glorious soft, white sand.
Through its leading approach to sustainability, Shebara seamlessly combines its unique architecture with the island’s natural environment. Home to its own solar farm and an array of utilities, the resort represents Red Sea Global’s commitments as a responsible developer.
Red Sea International Airport
Shebara is a year-round destination with cool summer temperatures. Located 25 kilometers from the mainland, visitors can reach the resort by a 30 to 40-minute boat ride or a 30-minute seaplane flight from Red Sea International Airport (RSI). This relative isolation provides a sanctuary for those seeking an extraordinary escape into nature and wellness.
Besides, RSI falls within three hours’ flying time of 250 million people and eight hours’ flying time for 8 percent of the world’s population. The airport has been receiving a regular schedule of domestic flights since September 2023. International flights began in April 2024, with a twice-weekly route between The Red Sea and Dubai International.
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Desert Rock to open this year
Red Sea Global recently secured the second operating license for a water aerodrome to launch a seaplane base for the Shebara resort at The Red Sea. The Red Sea welcomed its first guests last year, with three of its hotels now open. Shebara and Desert Rock will welcome their first guests this year, while Shura Island is on track to welcome guests in 2025.
Upon full completion in 2030, the destination will comprise 50 resorts, offering up to 8,000 hotel rooms and more than 1,000 residential properties across 22 islands and six inland sites. The destination will also include luxury marinas, golf courses, entertainment, food & beverage, and leisure facilities.
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