The Red Sea Development Company (TRSDC), a tourism project of Saudi Arabia, is planning to inaugurate 16 hotels by the end of 2023, according to John Pagano, the Chief Executive Officer for TRSDC, Egypt’s El Borsa reports. Pagano stated that the company expects tourism to recover swiftly following the coronavirus pandemic. The project plans to develop luxury resorts spanning over 90 islands in the Red Sea. Before 2019, Saudi Arabia did not issue tourist visas to foreigners. Additionally, the country has relaxed its strict dress code for women, making it a more attractive destination for a wide variety of visitors.

Source: Egypt Independent November 12, 2020 15:00 UTC