Top Short-Haul Getaways
July 1st, 2024 – Wego, the leading travel app and largest online travel marketplace in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), has curated a list of nearby destinations for Kuwaiti travelers to enjoy during the Hijri New Year holiday.
Perfect Timing for a Quick Break
This year’s Hijri New Year is expected to fall on Sunday, 7 July, providing Kuwaiti residents with an ideal opportunity for a quick getaway. Wego has identified destinations reachable within a four-hour flight, perfect for making the most of the long weekend.
Tbilisi, Georgia
This summer, explore the welcoming heart of Georgia in Tbilisi. Stroll through the city’s history-laden streets, where narrow, winding alleys reveal tales through art, architecture, and delicious Georgian cuisine.
Traveling to Georgia is visa-free for Kuwaiti citizens, allowing stays of up to 90 days. Direct flights from Jazeera Airways and Kuwait Airways connect Kuwait with Georgia in about 2 hours, with fares starting from KWD 40 on Wego.
Baku, Azerbaijan
Discover the vibrant streets of Baku, where Silk Road heritage meets modernity. Wander through Yasil Bazar or Taza Bazaar, sampling produce from across Azerbaijan, and visit landmarks like the Flame Towers and Heydar Aliyev Center.
Jazeera Airways, Azerbaijan Airlines, and Kuwait Airways offer direct flights from Kuwait to Baku, with prices starting from KWD 40 on Wego.
Amman, Jordan
Experience a blend of history and modernity in Amman. Visit the Jordan Museum, explore the Rose City, or journey to Earth’s lowest point.
Jordan offers visa-free travel for Kuwaiti citizens, allowing stays of up to three months. Direct flights via Royal Jordanian connect Kuwait to Jordan in under 2 hours, with fares starting at KWD 52 when booked through Wego.
Salalah, Oman
Escape to the serene landscapes of Salalah, Oman. Enjoy the lush valleys of the Dhofar Mountains, where waterfalls and emerald-green wadis offer a refreshing retreat from the desert heat.
Oman welcomes Kuwaiti travelers with visa-free entry. Kuwait Airways and Jazeera Airways provide direct flights from Kuwait to Salalah in under 2 hours, with fares starting from KWD 40 on Wego.
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
Experience the blend of tradition and modernity in Jeddah. Explore the historic district of Al-Balad with its coral-stone buildings and bustling souks, or relax along the Corniche with its beaches and promenades.
Saudi Arabia allows visa-free travel for Kuwaiti citizens. Kuwait Airways offers direct flights from Kuwait to Jeddah in just under 3 hours, starting from KWD 26 on Wego.
With these curated destinations, Wego ensures Kuwaiti travelers have plenty of exciting options for a memorable Hijri New Year getaway.