Where the desert meets the turquoise waters of the Red Sea, a new standard of maritime luxury is emerging. AMAALA, developed by Red Sea Global, is a year-round destination where pristine marine ecosystems, sun-soaked harbours, and world-class hospitality converge. Slated to welcome its first guests in 2025, it offers something rare: an alternative to Europe’s seasonal yachting circuits, where warm winds and clear waters extend the sailing season through every month of the year.

The destination stretches across 4,000 square kilometres of the northwestern coast, where desert mountains descend into calm bays, and reefs teem with life. At its heart is Triple Bay Marina, a natural harbour accommodating vessels up to 140 metres, alongside luxury resorts, a sailing academy, and curated experiences that celebrate both the sea and the surrounding landscape.

A Playground of the Sea

Triple Bay Marina is the destination’s beating heart. Its 116 berths are designed to welcome the world’s most extraordinary yachts, while its facilities cater to sailors of every stripe. Here, competitive regattas take place alongside casual day sails, and bespoke services from provisioning to crew support ensure that every maritime journey is seamless.

The AMAALA Yacht Club serves as a social and operational hub. Guests can join training sessions at the sailing academy, exploring the waters under expert guidance, or simply watch the rhythms of the sea unfold from the marina’s terraces. From sunrise to sunset, the Red Sea reveals a spectrum of blues and greens that invite exploration, whether by sail, paddleboard, or dive.

The destination’s environmental approach really elevates the experience. Each voyage offers glimpses of coral gardens and diverse marine life, protected through thoughtful planning and conservation programmes. Guests are immersed in ecosystems that remain largely untouched, creating a sense of intimacy and privilege that few coastal destinations can match.

Luxury Along the Shore

AMAALA’s resorts reflect a seamless dialogue between the natural environment and contemporary design. Eight properties will open in the first phase, each offering spaces that feel both expansive and personal. Suites and villas are designed to maximise views over bays, coral reefs, or desert mountains, often blending indoor and outdoor living with terraces, pools, and direct access to the sea.

The architecture and interiors prioritise calm, understated luxury. Natural materials and clean lines frame the landscape rather than compete with it, allowing the colour of the sand, the shimmer of the water, and the heat of the sun to define the experience. Here, privacy is paramount: whether dining al fresco on a terrace, walking along a secluded beach, or floating in a private pool, guests feel the destination is theirs alone to discover.

Dining at AMAALA celebrates the Red Sea’s bounty. Restaurants offer locally sourced ingredients with inventive presentations, pairing fresh seafood and produce with an international sensibility. Each meal is an opportunity to connect with place: a tasting menu can be accompanied by sweeping vistas, a sunset, or the gentle sway of a yacht moored nearby.

Adventure and Wellness in Balance

AMAALA’s appeal lies not just in its beauty, but in its versatility. For the adventurous, there is the thrill of high-performance sailing or competitive regattas, including the global spotlight of The Ocean Race 2027 Grand Finale. The surrounding waters offer endless opportunities for diving, snorkeling, and underwater exploration among protected coral reefs and marine life. Even a leisurely paddle along a calm bay reveals the richness of the Red Sea’s ecosystem.

Equally, the destination provides moments of restorative luxury. Spas and wellness facilities draw on the natural environment, from seawater therapies to fitness experiences framed by sweeping views. Yoga at dawn, meditation on a quiet terrace, and sunset cocktails on the marina promenade are all part of the lifestyle AMAALA cultivates. Here, every element is designed to align body, mind, and environment, creating a holistic sense of place.

A Vision for Sustainability

Sustainability is not an afterthought at AMAALA, it is embedded in the destination’s DNA. The development operates entirely on renewable energy, with electric transport systems, zero-emission waste management, and construction practices that prioritise environmental integrity. Beyond the practical benefits, these choices shape the experience: guests move through spaces that are light, clean, and connected to nature, knowing that their enjoyment supports rather than compromises the surrounding ecosystem.

The Corallium Marine Life Institute, designed by Foster + Partners, embodies this ethos. Serving as both a research hub and educational centre, it reflects AMAALA’s commitment to increasing biodiversity while offering guests insight into conservation. Visitors may observe scientists at work, attend talks, or participate in guided reef excursions, bridging the gap between luxury and stewardship.

The destination’s cultural programming draws on the Red Sea’s rich history as a crossroads of trade and exploration. Experiences are carefully curated to celebrate this heritage from storytelling dinners to immersive maritime events, ensuring that AMAALA is rooted in place rather than imitating European yachting traditions. Every detail is designed to create a sense of belonging, a connection to both sea and land.

An Invitation to Discover

AMAALA invites travellers to experience the Red Sea in a way few have imagined. It is a destination where yachts glide across turquoise waters beneath desert cliffs, where coral reefs flourish in protected bays, and where luxury is measured not just in amenities but in the quality of every moment.

Whether arriving for a regatta, a private yacht journey, or simply to retreat into nature with unparalleled comfort, guests encounter a world where adventure, culture, and design converge. AMAALA is a destination to inhabit, offering a rare combination of intimacy, spectacle, and year-round allure.

Here, the sailing season truly never ends, and every day offers a chance to explore, unwind, and immerse in one of the world’s most extraordinary coastal landscapes.