ALULA, SAUDI ARABIA
Located in northwest Saudi Arabia, AlUla offers a singular cultural experience where contemporary art unfolds within a vast desert landscape shaped by geological formations and ancient civilizations. Large scale, site specific installations and international exhibitions are integrated into the terrain, including a major public art exhibition that takes place every two years, creating a powerful dialogue between art, archaeology, and environment. Cultural initiatives across the oasis and surrounding areas engage with sustainability, heritage, and material practices, positioning AlUla as a distinctive platform for contemporary production.
An optional extension to Riyadh provides an urban counterpoint, offering access to the country’s leading institutions, galleries, and artist studios, alongside its broader cultural infrastructure and ongoing artistic development.
TRAVEL PROGRAMS DEVELOPED FOR
Desert X
CORPORATE
Exclusive, high-impact travel experiences that strengthen client relationships and showcase brands at their best.
WHEN TO GO
Saudi Arabia is a seasonal destination, with the most favorable period between November and February, when milder temperatures allow for a more comfortable experience of both urban and desert environments. Key cultural moments include the Diriyah Contemporary Art Biennale in Riyadh and Desert X AlUla, a biennial, site-specific exhibition that brings international artists to the region through exhibitions, installations, and public programming set within its dramatic desert landscape.
LIAISONS HOSPITALITY & ACCESS
Every itinerary is built around meaningful engagement with the local art scene, including private gallery visits with directors and curators, behind-the-scenes access at leading museums and institutions, visits to significant private collections, artist studio visits, and VIP access to art fairs, biennials, events, and private receptions, depending on the destination and timing.
Each program is developed in close consideration of our clients' exhibition programs, collections, and institutional relationships, reinforcing their curatorial vision while fostering local community building.
Liaisons itineraries offer a high level of hospitality, working with top travel partners and trusted local vendors. From preferred rates at leading hotels and luxury ground transportation to exclusive dining and every detail in between, a Liaisons team member is on the ground at all times so every participant can focus entirely on the experience.
LORENA G.
TRIP TO SAUDI ARABIA
I want to thank you. You worked around the clock to make this trip seamless. I return with so many amazing memories etched in my mind. Thanks for giving us the opportunity to see Desert X – AlUla. It was beyond any expectation we had. Mindblowing!
Kelly h.
A seamless experience from start to finish!Highly recommend.
Ryan M.
Had a great time visiting all the art museums. Can’t wait to book my next trip with Liaisons!
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