Perched between the majestic granite cliffs at the entrance of Wadi Tayyib Al Ism in Saudi Arabia’s Tabuk province, the Ice Cube Hotel is a concept that captures the imagination. As a travel writer, I often daydream about the future of tourism and how it might intertwine with the breathtaking landscapes and architectural innovation. The idea of a hotel suspended 600 meters above ground, offering panoramic views of the Gulf of Aqaba, sounds like something out of a futuristic novel, doesn’t it"

The Ice Cube Hotel concept is envisioned as the pinnacle of Neom’s ambitious projects, designed to revolutionize how we think about living and interacting with our environment. This hotel would join a series of themed hotels – Wellness, Oasis, and Adventure – each designed to offer guests a unique way to experience the region’s natural beauty and technological advancements. What if you could wake up in a room made of transparent cement, feeling as though you are floating among the clouds, with the sea stretching endlessly beneath you"
The concept uses materials that create the illusion of massive, translucent ice blocks, stacking them to craft spaces that are both awe-inspiring and serene. Can you imagine the light filtering through, casting shimmering reflections around sleek, modern interiors"

The staggering of accommodation levels in the Ice Cube Hotel concept is a stroke of genius. Imagine eac...