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Red Sea Global (RSG), the Saudi developer behind The Red Sea and AMAALA tourism projects, will open the first phase of resorts and attractions on Shura Island in the coming weeks, marking a key milestone in the Kingdom’s efforts to expand luxury tourism.
The initial launch includes the debut of three hotels, SLS Red Sea, The Red Sea EDITION, and InterContinental The Red Sea Resort, as well as Shura Links, the country’s first island golf course.
“As the heart of The Red Sea, Shura Island represents everything Red Sea Global stands for: bold ambition, deep respect for nature, and a commitment to redefining tourism in Saudi Arabia and beyond,” said John Pagano, group CEO of RSG. “With the soft opening of Shura in the coming weeks, we move closer to achieving our mission to set new standards in regenerative tourism, while realizing Vision 2030.”
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Red Sea Global’s Shura Island to be home to 11 resorts
Shura Island will eventually feature 11 resorts, with additional openings planned in the coming months, including properties operated by Faena, Fairmont, Four Seasons, Grand Hyatt, Jumeirah, Miraval, Raffles, and Rosewood.
Designed by Foster + Partners under the “Coral Bloom” concept, the dolphin-shaped island integrates architecture with surrounding coral reefs and runs entirely on renewable energy, RSG said.
The destination will be accessible by boat or electric vehicle across the 3.3-kilometre Shura crossing, which includes Saudi Arabia’s longest internal bridge. Red Sea International Airport, already serving domestic and international routes, will add direct Qatar Airways flights from next month.
Alongside its resorts, Shura Island will also host a limited collection of homes, with the first properties expected to be handed over in late 2025.
Shura Links, the 18-hole golf course opening this month, has been designed with sustainability in mind, using eco-friendly water and landscaping systems.
RSG said its wider projects across The Red Sea and AMAALA are expected to create 120,000 jobs, supporting the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 goals of economic diversification and sustainable development.
