Set the Scene:
Let’s start with some engaging questions to connect your everyday life to the subject of the activity:
- Have you ever stayed in a luxury resort or hotel? What was your experience like?
- What do you think makes a resort or hotel “luxurious”? Is it the amenities, the service, or something else?
- Have you ever traveled to a country with a different culture or language? How did you adapt to the new environment?
- What do you know about Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 program? How do you think it will impact the country’s tourism and energy sectors?
- Have you ever had a unique or futuristic experience while traveling? What made it stand out to you?
Featured Image Analysis & Prediction:
Look at the featured image and answer the following questions:
- What do you see in the image?
- What do you think this activity will be about based on this image?
- Do you think the image is related to the luxury resort experience in Saudi Arabia? Why or why not?
Introduction:
Read the introduction of the activity and get an overview of the luxury resort experience in Saudi Arabia.
Video Engagement:
Watch the video associated with the activity: I Stayed at the WORLD’S MOST FUTURISTIC HOTEL (Saudi Arabia)
Pause the video at the following points and discuss the questions:
- After 2 minutes: What are your initial impressions of the resort? What stands out to you about the design and architecture?
- After 5 minutes: How does the speaker’s experience at the resort relate to Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 program? What do you think are the benefits and challenges of developing tourism in the country?
- After 10 minutes: What do you think about the speaker’s encounter with challenges and issues during their stay? How do you think the resort could improve its service and hospitality?
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Key Takeaways:
Review the key takeaways from the activity:
- The resort is part of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 program, aiming to develop tourism, renewable energy, and industry.
- The resort was built using eco-friendly solutions, making it a unique and sustainable destination.
- The speaker encountered several challenges and issues, including slow and inefficient service and management problems.
- The total bill for a 3-day stay was $7,200, and the speaker felt that for this amount, they expected better hospitality and finesse.
Key Vocabulary:
Review the key vocabulary from the activity:
| Term | Definition | Example Usage |
|---|---|---|
| Vision 2030 | A program aiming to develop tourism, renewable energy, and industry in Saudi Arabia by the year 2030. | The resort is part of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 program, aiming to develop tourism, renewable energy, and industry. |
| Eco-friendly solutions | Methods or technologies that reduce environmental harm and promote sustainability. | The resort was built using eco-friendly solutions, including Saudi Arabia’s largest off-grid charging network, a solar plant, and a recycling system. |
| Sustainable destination | A tourist destination that prioritizes environmental conservation and minimizes its ecological footprint. | The resort is a unique and sustainable destination due to its eco-friendly features. |
| Off-grid charging network | A system that generates and stores energy independently, without relying on the main power grid. | The resort features Saudi Arabia’s largest off-grid charging network as part of its eco-friendly solutions. |
| Nikai cuisine | A fusion of Japanese and Peruvian culinary traditions. | The Ikiro restaurant serves Nikai cuisine, offering a unique blend of Japanese and Peruvian flavors. |
| Butler service | A personalized service where a butler attends to a guest’s needs, often through a discreet and convenient system. | The villa had a unique kitchen with a secret door for butler service, providing a luxurious and convenient experience. |
| Electric buggies | Environmentally friendly vehicles used for transportation within a resort or community. | The resort offered electric buggies for transportation, promoting a sustainable and eco-friendly experience. |
| Renewable energy | Energy generated from natural resources that can be replenished over time, such as solar or wind power. | The resort incorporates renewable energy sources, including a solar plant, to reduce its environmental impact. |
| Custom-made furniture | Furniture designed and built specifically for a particular space or client, often reflecting unique tastes or requirements. | The villa featured custom-made furniture, showcasing a high level of craftsmanship and attention to detail. |
| Non-alcoholic champagne | A beverage that mimics the taste and experience of champagne but does not contain alcohol, often used in cultural or religious contexts where alcohol is not permitted. | The speaker was offered non-alcoholic champagne at the Lunar restaurant, a considerate gesture given the cultural and religious context of being in Saudi Arabia during Ramadan. |
Vocabulary Quiz:
Test your understanding of the key vocabulary with the following quiz:
- What does ‘off-grid’ mean in the context of the Six Senses Southern Dunes resort’s charging network?
- A) Connected to the main power grid
- B) Using only renewable energy sources and not relying on external power supplies
- C) Powered by fossil fuels
- D) Requiring manual charging
- Which word best describes the fusion of Japanese and Peruvian food served at the Ikiro restaurant?
- A) Traditional
- B) Fast food
- C) Nikai cuisine
- D) Italian
- What is ‘Ramadan’ in the context of the speaker’s experience in Saudi Arabia?
- A) A national holiday
- B) A cultural festival
- C) A period of fasting and religious observance
- D) A tourist season
- What does ‘eco-friendly’ mean in the context of the resort’s construction and operations?
- A) Harmful to the environment
- B) Neutral to the environment
- C) Designed and operated to minimize harm to the environment
- D) Ignoring environmental concerns
- What is ‘Vision 2030’ in the context of the resort and Saudi Arabia’s development plans?
- A) A short-term investment plan
- B) A long-term development program aiming to diversify the economy and develop sectors like tourism and renewable energy