I wouldn't do it if I were you. 25 years ago it was quite pleasant, if more primitive, but now you're not wanted and you're made to feel it. With the political situation as it is I certainly wouldn't take family down there at the moment. Check out
http://www.miraserve.com/englishnew.htm or read 'The Rise, Corruption & Coming Fall of the House of Saud' by Said Aburish.