Aviation, Travel and Tourism

Could Saudi Arabia become a holiday destination?

General view from a plane window shows muslims as they pray at the Grand mosque during the annual Haj pilgrimage, in Mecca, Saudi Arabia September 2, 2017. REUTERS/Suhaib Salem - RC1328550010

With The Red Sea Islands being developed, Saudi Arabia is hoping to bring more tourism in. Image: REUTERS/Suhaib Salem

John McKenna
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The Grand Mosque in Mecca is undergoing a $26.6 billion expansion. Image: REUTERS/Suhaib Salem
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Muslims pray at the Grand Mosque during the annual Haj pilgrimage in Mecca. Image: REUTERS/Suhaib Salem
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