Recreational waterfront developments can be only superficially pleasant as they lack substantial design qualities needed for their user’s comfort. Enhancing the user’s comfort and satisfaction will encourage people to spend more time outdoors, with the potential to improve their physical health, enrich their social cohesion, and enhance the overall quality of life. The objective of this study is to investigate the extent to which the physical characteristics of open spaces can contribute to the user’s satisfaction with space. The study evaluates the user’s perception of satisfaction in the recent development of Jeddah North Corniche and provides solutions to enhance this issue. The methodologies applied in this study are structured questioner survey, which focuses on understanding the current user’s preference and their level of satisfaction regarding the present condition. This increase the emphasis on representative citizen participation, who are usually not consulted in planning issues. The findings of this research involve the development of urban management principles for the adoption of sustainable waterfronts with the consideration of culture. The outcome should contribute to the Saudi 2030 vision by: Enhancing livability of Saudi Cities through improving the landscape and facilities of Jeddah urban waterfronts, and to encourage citizens to exercise at least once per week through enhancing the microclimate condition of waterfronts open spaces.
The Historical Old Jeddah, otherwise called Al-Balad, was inscribed in the UNESCO world heritage list in 2014. Since then, the international recognition has strengthened its appeal as a heritage tourism destination, and the need for a promising heritage tourism plan has become essential. Many researchers intended to develop heritage tourism plans from a decision maker's perspective, but few studies have explored heritage resources from tourists' perspective. The objective of this study is to evaluate tourists' experience of and satisfaction with the Al-Balad heritage site. The study defines factors which influence their experience such as presented information; comfort and safety; cultural values; and entertainment experiences. A field study and a structured survey are conducted in order to analyze the quality of the tourists' experience. The research, by utilizing the information gathered in this survey, concludes with considerations to be incorporated into the tourism plan of the old city. The outcome of this research shall contribute to the Saudi 2030 vision of enabling and enhancing the development of tourism sector and promoting the Islamic, Arab and National heritage of the Kingdom.
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