Amaala named a global leader in regenerative wellness tourism

Saudi Arabia’s ultra-luxury mega-project, Amaala, has been formally recognized as one of the world’s premier wellness-focused developments by the Global Wellness Institute (GWI). The accolade highlights the destination's pioneering focus on sustainable tourism and wellness-led real estate.

Unveiled at the 2026 Wellness Real Estate and Communities Symposium in New York, a GWI global case study spotlighted Amaala alongside the Red Sea Global (RSG) headquarters. The development was praised for its integration of renewable energy, nature-first architecture, dedicated wellness infrastructure, and comprehensive workforce wellbeing initiatives.

"Being recognised by the Global Wellness Institute alongside the world’s most advanced wellness developments is a testament to our mission to create destinations that not only protect and restore nature, but also promote the wellbeing of everyone who experiences them." — Stephen Cheesebrough, Head of Development at Red Sea Global

Driving Saudi Vision 2030 Forward

The recognition arrives as Red Sea Global accelerates Amaala’s luxury hospitality and residential pipeline—a core pillar of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 economic diversification strategy.

The scaling and sustainability targets for the completed destination include:

• Hospitality Capacity: Over 3,000 hotel rooms distributed across 30 luxury properties.
• Carbon Footprint: 100% powered by renewable energy, operating with a net-zero carbon footprint.
• Ecological Impact: Actively targeting a 30% net conservation benefit to local ecosystems by 2040.
• Visitor Cap: Annual visitors will be strictly limited to 500,000 to mitigate environmental impact and preserve local ecosystems.

World-Class Partnerships & Events

Amaala has already secured partnerships with elite global hospitality, wellness, and lifestyle brands, including:

This development coincides with explosive growth in Saudi Arabia's tourism sector. According to the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), the Kingdom’s travel and tourism GDP surged by 7.4% in 2025, contributing a massive US$178 billion to the national economy.