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At a glance
Key Takeaways
- The Middle East continues to stand out as one of the most active travel and tourism regions. WTTC reported that the region expanded faster than the global travel average in 2025, with Saudi Arabia playing a central role in the region's momentum.
- At the same time, projects such as NEOM's Sindalah show how new coastal destinations are being built around marinas, yacht clubs, luxury hospitality and curated guest experiences.
- For resorts, yacht clubs and tourism developers, water equipment is no longer just a rental add-on. It is part of the guest experience, photo content, membership value and destination differentiation.
What happened
The Middle East continues to stand out as one of the most active travel and tourism regions. WTTC reported that the region expanded faster than the global travel average in 2025, with Saudi Arabia playing a central role in the region's momentum.
At the same time, projects such as NEOM's Sindalah show how new coastal destinations are being built around marinas, yacht clubs, luxury hospitality and curated guest experiences.
Why it matters for water sports buyers
For resorts, yacht clubs and tourism developers, water equipment is no longer just a rental add-on. It is part of the guest experience, photo content, membership value and destination differentiation.
Electric surfboards and electric go-kart boats fit this trend because they are visually strong, easy to explain to guests and suitable for high-value waterfront operations.
ZAIHAI product angle
ZAIHAI X1 Pro is positioned for premium riders and high-impact resort demos, while Rage Shark X works as a more accessible attraction for family users, scenic areas and water parks.
For GCC distributors, the key buying logic is not only speed. Buyers also need packaging, training support, spare parts planning and model comparison for different tourist groups.
Editorial context
Industry relevance
Relevant to ZAIHAI electric surfboards and go-kart boats for resorts, rental fleets and distributor programs.
Verification
Sources and attribution
- Original source: WTTC Middle East Economic Impact Research 2026: Middle East Luxury Tourism Growth Creates Demand for Premium Water Attractions
Original publication date: 2026-05-31. Site access date: 2026-06-24. Used for source attribution and market context.
- Image source: WTTC Middle East Economic Impact Research 2026
Image URL: https://www.zaihaisurfing.com/assets/news/shoremaster-dock-bench.jpg. Accessed: 2026-06-24. Feature image was validated from the cited source before publication.