Faisal commended the program and praised the Saudi Commission for Tourism and Antiquities and its Chairman, Prince Sultan bin Salman, for promoting domestic tourism and preserving the Kingdom's heritage. “We appreciate the efforts of government departments and private agencies to attract foreign tourists, and promote our heritage and domestic tourism while protecting the Kingdom's identity,” the governor was quoted as saying in a report published today by the Jeddah-based Arab News. In a statement on the occasion, Al-Amri said the tour, which involves scouts traveling the Kingdom in sports cars and motorbikes, would play a big role in promoting tourism and helping people recognize major Saudi tourist attractions. “This program aims to enlighten Saudis and expatriates about our excellent national heritage. It will promote domestic tourism and encourage more investment in tourism,” he said. The team began its journey from Riyadh on February 9 and passed by Al-Kharj, Houtat Bani Tameem, Aflaj, Sulail, Khamis Mushait, Abha, Qunfudah, Baha, Taif and Makkah. They will also visit Rabigh, Al-Ola, Yanbu, Taima, Tabuk, Sakaka, Dumat Al-Jandal, Hail, Baqa'a, Buraidah, Unaizah, Zulfi, Hafr Al-Baten, Jubail, Dammam and Hufouf. Their journey will end in Riyadh on Feb. 27.
