{"id":40,"date":"2018-04-04T23:40:57","date_gmt":"2018-04-04T22:40:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bridbeelertravel.com\/?page_id=40"},"modified":"2018-08-24T17:42:36","modified_gmt":"2018-08-24T16:42:36","slug":"saudi-preparing-for-your-saudi-trip","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/bridbeelertravel.com\/journeys\/saudi-journeys\/saudi-preparing-for-your-saudi-trip\/","title":{"rendered":"Preparing For Your Saudi Trip"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Preparing for your Saudi Trip<\/h1>\n

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\u2026 Leave no trace except footprints in the sand<\/em><\/span><\/h3>\n

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  • In Kingdom, transportation will be both by air, coach and car except when in the desert.<\/li>\n
  • For programs that include Ar Rub Al Khali, the Empty Quarter or any desert expedition, 4×4 wheel drive vehicles are used.<\/li>\n
  • Alcohol is forbidden.<\/li>\n
  • Recommended clothing will be suggested.<\/li>\n
  • A detailed itinerary will be provided.<\/li>\n
  • Accommodation is chosen based on service, location and price.<\/li>\n
  • A sense of adventure is necessary and being able to roll with the punches.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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    What to Expect in the Empty Quarter<\/h2>\n
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    • The Empty Quarter in Saudi Arabia is the largest sand desert in the world, the size of France.<\/li>\n
    • Traditional Saudi food is served in the Empty Quarter cooked by the team.<\/li>\n
    • In the Empty Quarter it is realistically not feasible to provide specific dietary requests.<\/li>\n
    • Empty Quarter trips\/expeditions require a minimum of 8 travelers.<\/li>\n
    • Tents are pop up style and catering to singles or couples.<\/li>\n
    • Sleeping bags are Saudi style with heavy duty canvas, snug and warm for the desert nights when temperatures can drop quickly.<\/li>\n
    • Folding foam mattresses are provided.<\/li>\n
    • A maximum of 10 Kilos (22lbs) including back pack and camera bag is allowed per traveler on any trip\/expedition in the Empty Quarter.<\/li>\n
    • All desert trips are customized based on the number and duration of nights\/days and the time of the year.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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