Hala, guys!
Happy New Year! 🥳
This week, Lovin Riyadh is diving into exciting stories including the hilarious NYE moments in the capital, some adventurous journeys to the Kingdom, and so much more!

LOVIN COMMUNITY

✨ Riyadh Rings In The New Year With Iconic Moments Across The City

• Riyadh rang in the New Year in true local style, with lively countdowns popping up all over the city—from buzzing countdowns to cozy gatherings under the stars. ✨

• 😂 But the real comedy gold came when some excited residents waited (and waited) for fireworks that, spoiler alert, never happened!

• Instead, the city kept things charmingly low-key, letting the community's laughter and good vibes light up the night.🇸🇦

The comments on the funny mishap were hilarious….

LOVIN NEWS

🇸🇦 Saudis Celebrate King Salman’s Birthday With Heartfelt Online Tributes!

• 🎉 December 31st saw Saudis flooding social media with love and gratitude as they celebrated King Salman’s 89th birthday, honoring his remarkable leadership.

• 🇸🇦 Iconic photos, heartfelt video montages, and messages of appreciation showcased the unity and pride inspired by the King’s dedication to the Kingdom.

SHARABLE

🍿 Sharable bits and tips!

• Midnight in Riyadh was hilarious after people eagerly waited for fireworks that never happened 😂

• A visitor welcomed 2025 in the most wholesome way at the Makkah Grand Mosque 🕋

• KAFD treated visitors to an epic NYE countdown to welcome 2025! 🥳

• Al Shafa Mountain in Taif has become the ultimate winter hotspot thanks to this GORGEOUS attraction 😍

LOVIN FEATURE

✨Saudi Welcomes 2025 As The Year Of Handicrafts To Celebrate Its Vibrant Cultural Heritage!

• 🧵 Saudi Arabia kicks off 2025 as the Year of Handicrafts, celebrating its rich cultural heritage with events, workshops, and exhibitions all year long!

• 🏺 From palm weaving to pottery and metalwork, this initiative spotlights traditional crafts while giving them a modern twist.

LOVIN FEATURE

🏊🏼‍♂️Heroic Saudi Husband Swims 5 Hours In Thailand To Help Injured Wife

• 🏊‍♂️ A Saudi husband took "dedicated spouse" to a whole new level, swimming for over five hours to get help for his wife after their jet ski capsized in Pattaya Bay, Thailand.

• 🚨 When authorities couldn’t find them, Abdulrahman swam toward the shore, exhausted but determined, guiding rescuers to his wife, who was stranded in the sea.

• ✈️ After a dramatic rescue, the couple was reunited, with Atheer safe despite minor injuries, and they returned home to Saudi Arabia after resolving the incident.

LOVIN FEATURE

🙌🏻Muslim British TikTok Group Takes Journey From Makkah To Madinah On Foot!

• 🚶‍♂️ A group of Muslim British TikTokers walked from Makkah to Madinah, raising funds for clean water projects while connecting spiritually to the past on their historic journey.

• ✨ Their eight-day trek, retracing the path of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), captured hearts on TikTok as they combined spirituality with a mission to make a positive impact.

LOVIN FEATURE

🏜️ Saudi Adventurer Completes His Historic 600km Solo Trek Across The Empty Quarter!

• 🏜️ Saudi adventurer Badr Al-Shaibani conquered a historic 600km solo trek across the Empty Quarter, the world's largest sand desert, in just 14 days.

• 🚶‍♂️ Al-Shaibani’s journey took him through tough terrains like Tawil Al-Khatam and Bayd Al-Laha, walking an average of 40km per day across dunes and salt flats.

• 🌍 Reflecting on his incredible adventure, he hopes to inspire young Saudis to discover the beauty of their country and its potential as a top global tourist destination.

REGIONAL FAVORITES

🇧🇭 Bahrain Celebrates NYE With An Epic Display Of Fireworks

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• 🎆 Residents and visitors in Bahrain were treated to a dazzling display of fireworks lighting up Arad, Bahrain Bay, Water Garden City, BIC, and more, making the night unforgettable!

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