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Banyan Tree Alula
Saudi Arabia
A tranquil desert sanctuary that blends seamlessly into its sacred surroundings, known as the ‘world’s largest living museum’. Banyan Tree’s 47 tented villas, many with private pools, are designed to complement the magic of the ancient ruins and natural wonders all around it, from dramatic rock formations and sand-swept dunes to historic dwellings and monuments holding the secrets of 200,000 years of human civilization. The interiors are similarly calming and in tune with nature. Saudi Arabia only opened up to international travel in 2019 and this is a key opening in the region and a place very few are able to visit.
