Red Sea Global (RSG), a multi-project developer, has announced plans to open an island resort, Thuwal Private Retreat, on the Red Sea coast of Saudi Arabia.

Scheduled to open next year, this latest addition marks the first property owned and exclusively operated by RSG.

RSG Group CEO John Pagano said: “Thuwal Private Retreat has been created to allow guests the chance to disconnect from the stresses of daily life and instead reconnect with their closest companions. Our belief is that the sublime Red Sea coast combined with tailored luxury experiences will deliver a peerless escape for the most discerning travellers.

“This is a milestone for us personally. It is the latest project we can reveal since we announced our expanded portfolio of projects last year and it is significantly advanced in terms of delivery.

"It is also the first time we are creating a destination owned and operated end-to-end by the expert team here at Red Sea Global, from development and planning to accommodation and guest services.”

The resort will feature a three-bedroom villa, three one-bedroom suites, a gym, a beach club and a wellness centre.

It aims to provide a tailored travel experience, with its guest experience team greeting guests at the welcome centre upon their arrival via a private jetty.

The resort’s chef will serve gourmet meals made using fresh, local ingredients and collaborate with nearby food producers and local artisans to provide unique culinary experiences to guests.

Currently, the developer is hiring locals interested in luxury and private concierge hospitality.

Additionally, the company is recruiting various professionals, from butlers to culinary experts and technical specialists.

Situated on a 1.7 hectare sandy islet, the resort will provide guests access to a range of activities, including snorkelling amid marine wildlife.

Guests at the property can also visit the nearby Thuwal village as well as Jeddah city.