Radisson Blu Lodge, Riyadh Qurtuba

Cheers to my 171st nation – Saudi Arabia! And for this particular occasion, it was Radisson Blu Lodge, Riyadh Qurtuba that hosted me!

Lastly! After my second try, I entered Saudi Arabia. My first try was final March 2020 however sadly, I received caught on the Riyadh Airport because of the last-minute Covid guidelines at the moment so I simply determined to cancel my Saudi Arabia journey. However hey! Right here I’m now, a lot bolder and happier!

I’m so grateful that not solely did I lastly enter my 171st nation (which is Saudi Arabia), however I additionally received the chance to remain on the Radisson Blu Lodge, Riyadh Qurtuba! Received so fortunate as a result of I stayed at one in all their fancy suites plus they only opened lower than a 12 months in the past, haha!

Issues To Do in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

1. Go to the Fringe of the World Riyadh

That is one in all my bucket lists and it’s lastly ticked off! I guess you need to too! If, nevertheless, you don’t have an thought what Fringe of the World is, it is likely one of the prime vacationer points of interest in Saudi. Overlooking the encompassing plain, you’ll actually really feel that you just’re on the fringe of the world. The uninterrupted view of the horizon when you’re on the prime of a 300-meter excessive cliff affords a tremendous expertise that you just shouldn’t miss! All due to Tinggly for lastly making it occur!

2. Do Some Mall Hopping

Riyadh, being the capital of Saudi Arabia, is no surprise to search out quite a lot of malls across the metropolis. Because of this, one factor you shouldn’t miss whereas in Riyadh is mall hopping! Listed here are a few of the malls we suggest you to go to:

• Al Nakheel Mall – it’s an enormous mall that could be very good and clear. There are additionally retailers for all tastes and budgets, upstairs you could find a myriad of eating places, and bars scattered all through the mall.
• Riyadh Gallery Mall – has many ready-to-wear retailers and boutiques together with main manufacturers. There’s additionally a play space for youngsters the place there are a number of technique of leisure.
• Panorama Mall – the mall is distinguished by its lovely exterior and inside design as a result of its design is environmentally pleasant and accommodates many manufacturers, a excessive space for youngsters, and a big space for eating places.

3. Discover the Kingdom Heart Tower

The Skybridge is THE place to see in Riyadh. One can look over the roofs of Riyadh from right here. You too can eat very properly and cheaply within the meals court docket. From Iranian delicacies to sushi to Indian, all the pieces might be discovered there. Or you’ll be able to take just a little stroll by means of the mall and watch the folks. Actually a must-visit!

4. Al Rajhi Grand Mosque

The Al Rajhi Grand Mosque was constructed with donations from the Al Rajhi household within the 2000s. Additionally it is the most important mosque in Riyadh with a capability of 18,000 folks within the males’s and a couple of,500 folks within the ladies’s prayer halls. Non-Muslims usually are not allowed to enter the mosque however to see and admire it from the skin is a must-do!

5. Go to extra points of interest in Riyadh!

Riyadh is such a phenomenal metropolis to discover! Because it was my first time right here, I received so enthusiastic about visiting a lot of locations. Listed here are some you need to see:

• Al Masmak Fortress – The Masmak Fortress is an adobe fortress in-built 1865 by Emir Muhamed ibn Abdul. From 1902 to 1938 the primary court docket was positioned right here. Now the fortress serves as a museum. It permits you to study life within the Center East earlier than the appearance of recent civilization.
• King Abdullah Park – King Abdullah is the youngest park of tradition and recreation within the capital of Saudi Arabia. Opened in 2013, it consists of a number of gardens, kids’s and household areas, sports activities areas, pedestrian alleys, a restaurant, and a big lake with a dancing fountain.
• Al Faisaliah Centre – Together with the Kingdom Heart Tower, it is likely one of the tallest buildings in Riyadh. It has a mall inside with some designer shops the place you’ll be able to store ‘til you drop.

The place to Keep in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

This newly-opened luxurious resort in Riyadh was our house whereas we have been within the metropolis. It has 104 rooms and suites, and 16 villas which can be conveniently positioned close to Riyadh metropolis heart and simply 20 kilometers from Riyadh’s worldwide airport. 

From the situation itself, it was very handy since I can simply transfer round and go to in style points of interest in Riyadh simply and easily, you realize, as a traveler like me, I can’t actually keep in a single place, particularly because it’s my first time in Saudi Arabia, haha!

Suites in Radisson Blu Lodge

As I discussed above, there are 104 rooms and suites at Radisson Blue Lodge, Riyadh Qurtuba. These are the various kinds of rooms on the resort:

• Normal 
• Normal Room with Terrace
• Junior Suite
• One-Bed room Suite
• Two Bedrooms Royal Suite
• Three-Bed room Villa 

I stayed of their One-Bed room Suite for 4 days and three nights! The room itself could be very spacious and has this vivid environment that may make you are feeling at house.

To be trustworthy, I can really keep within the room the entire day with out going out since virtually all the pieces I would like is already there. Plus, additionally they have a residing space separate from the bed room which is one in all my favourite issues about upscale inns. 

The Lodge’s Eating places

Would you consider it if I say that I didn’t get the possibility to strive Radisson Blu’s eating places? I do know you received’t! Haha! Eating places are a should for me!

And guess what? They’ve 3 wonderful eating places on the resort that I like to recommend for all of you to strive; The Bridge, Larder & Lounge, and Plumeria Terrace.

One other benefit of Radisson Blu Lodge is that they provide fashionable outside, indoor, and terrace eating. So except for the scrumptious meals (all due to the nice cooks that ready the meals; Chef Sunil, Chef Niin, Chef Sachin, Chef Bikash, Chef Alli, Chef Talal, Chef Jangir, Chef Dipendar, Chef Ansari, Chef Kiran, and Chef Nur), you might be assured a mouthful dishes with an awesome ambiance. 

My Total Expertise in Riyadh and Radisson Blu Lodge

Not solely did I’ve a calming and fancy keep on the resort, however I additionally received the possibility to go to lovely locations because of its handy location (particularly the Fringe of The World which is one in all my bucket lists!) Plus, I used to be capable of meet a few of the most wonderful folks! Ah! This Saudi Arabia Journey has been a beautiful journey all due to Radisson Blu Lodge for being my house and internet hosting me for just a few days. In case you’re planning a visit to Riyadh, you need to undoubtedly e book in Radisson Blu Lodge.