The Gibbes Museum of Art has between 6 and 8 exhibitions every year, including the permanent Charleston Story exhibit. The museum also offers lectures, tours and classes. After its renovation, the museum reopened again in 2016, transforming into an even more vivid cultural hot spot.

‘This is where the cultural, creative, and enterprising urban district Sphinx will arise.’ So reads the ambition behind the plans for the development of the Sphinx area. Plans focus on the place where Maastricht’s industrial revolution began. It was here that Petrus Regout built his ‘Sphinx Factory,’ the start of what grew into an enormous industry, producing bathroom fixtures, tiles, and the products that made Maastricht great. The factory operated until 2006, and since then efforts have been under way to redevelop this area as a district that fits in with the city, but as something Maastricht does not already have. That’s why this district is being designed to attract creative types, young residents, national and international students, and expatriates. It will be internationally oriented, with room for flexible space and temporary functions. Where this area is going is becoming clearer and clearer, in things like the arrival of the pop music stage in a former sawmill, and the newly opened Brandweer(kantine), with workspaces and meeting places for creative entrepreneurs. But not everything in this part of the city is new and different. The historic and picturesque river harbour ‘t Bassin, adjacent to the Sphinx area, makes a perfect buffer for the transition from the more familiar and better known Maastricht to this new part of town.

The Tabuk Region features an extensive coastline along the Red Sea, with numerous picture-perfect beaches that attract holidaymakers. Popular spots include Sultaniyah Beach, Shareeh Beach, Ba’r Almashi Beach in Hegl, and the Qiyal Beaches. To the north of Duba, notable beaches are Sherma, Khiraibah, and Muwalij. South of Bid'a, you'll find Ras Al Sheik Humaid Beaches, while the Umluj area is home to the well-known Al Hisis Beach.

Jadrolinija ferry terminal and surrounding piers are a gateway to the surrounding islands. Hvar is one of the most coveted destinations with historical sites and beautiful beaches. Brač, a white, pebbly beach, perfect for surfing, follows right after Hvar, whereas Korčula Island is mostly visited for its medieval towers and walls. Package tours will gladly take you to several islands in just one day.