Imagine a private island oasis in the Red Sea, where luxury knows no bounds. That’s Sindalah—the first slice of Saudi Arabia’s outrageously ambitious Neom project that’s finally ready to welcome a certain breed of traveler. If you thought Saint-Tropez was a bit overdone, this is your new playground. Expect high-rolling guests, superyachts lined up like they’re going out of fashion, and the kind of cash flowing that makes Monaco look like a budget weekend.
So what’s the deal with Neom? Well, this isn’t just some run-of-the-mill development. The Saudis are dropping billions to create what they’re calling a "futuristic city," anchored by a mind-bending, 100-mile-long skyscraper known as The Line. Sci-fi enough for you? The whole project has stirred up a storm of criticism over its environmental footprint, but that hasn’t stopped work plowing ahead. Sindalah’s now open, and it’s aiming squarely at the luxury crowd that thinks the Mediterranean is a bit, well, ordinary.
What does Sindalah have to offer? Oh, just a few minor details: an 86-berth marina, with offshore setups for superyachts, and hotels from the likes of Four Seasons and Marriott Bonvoy, packed into a single island. In total, we’re talking 440 rooms, 88 private villas, and 218 apartments. They’re expecting up to 2,400 guests a day by 2028, so if you fancy a bit of quiet, look elsewhere. This place is all about the show—think high-end hotels, sparkling marina, and more private beach than you can shake a champagne flute at.
But the Saudis aren’t stopping there. They’re gunning for the 2034 World Cup too, in case a multi-billion-dollar city wasn’t enough of a statement. Critics might balk, calling out the environmental toll, but Saudi Arabia’s taking the "go big or go home" approach here.
So, if you’re in the market for a new getaway that’s equal parts jaw-dropping and morally questionable, Sindalah’s ready to roll out the red carpet. Just make sure your yacht’s topped up—this is the kind of place where you’ll want to arrive in style.
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