What's Up Jeddah Magazine issue#22 by Ali El Sayed

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Francesco Scognamiglio Francesco Scognamiglo designs are characterized by an original combination of experimental inspirations and traditional Neapolitan tailoring; this fusion allowed the outfits to acquire a fresh form. The fabrics are constructed in a way where the lights and shadows flow with the bodyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s movement, therefore resulting a revived tactile experience. The collection mirrors the personality of the muse, which the designer had in mind: a self-confident,yet highly sensual woman.

Sid Spring Summer 2011 New Arrivals Acne Ashish B-store Ben Amun Camilla Skovgaard Charlotte Olympia Comme Des Garcons SHIRT Giuliano Fujiwara Halston Heritage Henrik Vibskov Juun J Kris Van Assche Mara Hoffman Miharayasuhiro Nicholas Kirkwood Nicole Murray Raf by Raf Simons Richard Nicoll Tsumori Chisato Undercover Viktor & Rolf Zspoke.

Jeddah Roshana Mall 02 - 263 4782 Riyadh Nojoud Mall 01 - 212 0698 (Men) 01 - 441 4122 (Women)

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Spring Summer 2011 New Arrivals Jeremy Scott BBC + ICE CREAM Gerlan KTZ Cheap Monday Y-3 JC/DC Christopher Shannon Stussy Joyrich Crooks & Castles Siwy

Jeddah Al Rawdah Street 02 - 2844266 Riyadh Nojoud Mall 01 - 4414339 Kids [Riyadh] Nojoud Mall 01 - 4410491

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EDITOR'S NOTE

"BE THE CHANGE YOU WANT TO SEE IN THE WORLD" On any normal day most of us are strangers to each other, we walk past one another nonchalantly. The likelihood of what would this person do for me or I for them never crosses our minds. But on a day where it rains, the script is flipped and strangers instinctively and willingly become the only people the stranded can rely and depend on. It rained, and poured. The weather we were supposed to enjoy turned into anguish and despair. Something we can enjoy and be proud of is the righteous people of Jeddah, who without hesitation and heightened responsibility extended a helping hand to their city, with generous donations and selfless volunteering. They are being the change they want to see in the world. Where would the city be without you, our thanks and applause to you.

ISSUE HIGHLIGHTS 10

FASHION: SOTRA trendsetting excellence 24

HEALTH: TENNIS the grand slam of entertaining sports 34

ART: EYES WITHOUT A FACE with jowhara alsaud 40

AUTO: THE MERCEDES-BENZ CLS a generation ahead of the competition

ABOUT WHAT'S UP What's Up is a monthly lifestyle magazine, targeting trendy professionals and treating them to the finest elite brands. Focused on presenting the latest products and services from the top leading companies in fashion trends, home decoration, technology, business, travel, autos, and food & restaurants What’s Up acts as a platform to showcase upcoming events, interviews with community leaders, success stories and emerging young talents from various artistic fields. Many consider What’s Up as not just a magazine but a collectable piece, driving it to the forefront of independent contemporary titles in KSA’s publishing scene.

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TECHNOLOGY: SAMSUNG GALAXY TAB a new smart media device

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TRAVEL: BABY GRAND HOTEL athens’ antidote to the dreary business hotel

Publishing House, 55025 Jeddah 21534 Saudi Arabia

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FOOD & RESTAURANTS: OLIVE AND ITS PARTNERS the finer things in culinary

Ghassan Abdulmajeed Al- Alabdali Founder, Director of photography Ghaith Abdulmajeed Al- Abdali Founder, Marketing & accounting Director Ali Al Sayed Art Director Ahmed Al- bar Food &Restaurant Editor Sultan Al-Katheri Account Executive Rakan Al-Sharif Account Executive

CONTRIBUTORS Dr. Modi Batterjee Yasmin Mehri Hannah Tashkandy Umair khan

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ENTERTAINMENT: THE BIRTH OF SAUDI’S COMEDY KINGS thamer al-hazmi putting the out loud in lol

TEAM Turki Bin Abdullah Al Saud Founder, Finance & Communication Director

PRODUCTION & PRINTING Ltoop printing press

Ahsan Kamal

Exclusive Dresses by Nawal

FASHION.REVIEW

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SOTRA

trendsetting excellence

WHAT IS SOTRA BOUTIQUE? Sotra Boutique started as a bold fashion idea with humble beginnings of designs on a dining room table. Now it has successfully placed itself among the most popular local brands with a shop located in one of the trendiest malls in Jeddah. Clothing pieces ranging from smart casual attire to evening wear are created for the all-modern woman. The realization manifested itself through tantalizing textile, calm colours and dreamy designs that came together with the vivid vision of modernizing the classic. In every piece great thought is put in flattering femininity, and aesthetic creation and lavish style with immaculate attention to detail. Sotra targets the high end of the market, for anyone with appreciation to art woven into life. SHOWCASING ART: Sotra invites women with a desire to be the most glamorous to a one of a kind fashion and art experience. While growing with success Sotra Boutique becomes more aware of its increasing responsibility in society. Hence, Sotra wants to give back to the community by presenting local artists

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with opportunities. Sotra Boutique plans to collaborate with other artists to showcase their work by providing an art space in the shop. PERSONAL STYLISTS: Sotra’s trendsetters provide a distinctive personal styling service to its customers, by providing advice or assistance on how to improve their image by selecting clothing and accessories that compliment their figure, skin colouring and are suitable for their lifestyle, this also involves evaluating their wardrobes, going on a shopping trip, and hair & make up tips to suit the image they wish to portray. SOTRA BOUTIQUE FOR CHILDREN: Last year Sotra Boutique launched a clothing line for children. The new line is named "Tots" and caters for little girls. Now daughters can dress in originally tailored identical pieces to their mothers for a cute mother-daughter . FUTURE ENDEAVOURS: Sotra Boutique is looking to expand by having sale points in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and other Gulf countries. SEASONS: Sotra’s collections are divided into three seasons Spring/Summer, Winter/Autumn and Ramadhan, bringing you a unique combination of fashion and function in their line of stylishly elegant pieces that cater to all personalities and occasions. With an almost obsessive eye for detail and unconventional colour sense, Sotra’s clothing flatters and enhances the women who wear them. Sotra tops the list for every woman with a heightened sense of style and in the pursuit of perfection.

www.sotraboutique.com Facebook Group: Sotra Location Ana Special Mall- prince sultan street Tel 026915082

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Sotra Styling is available by hourly rate depending on the services requested. To schedule a consultation, please call 056 971-0559 or e-mail us at "sotra@ymail. com".

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THE COUNTER

“vision is the art of turning dreams into reality” cherine magrabi- founder & ceo

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The Counter is more than a concept. It is a way of living. With an I-dare-you attitude The Counter was born from a bold vision of raising the standards of eye ware boutiques around the Middle East. Indeed, The Counter’s unique creativity touch and original taste have taken the Middle East by storm, quickly becoming the reference in exclusive eyewear products and luxurious tailor-made designs. Established in 2006, The Counter is the brainchild of Magrabi Retail Group’s Cherine Magrabi and specializes in the world’s finest and most exclusive collections of luxury fashion eyewear. The Counter is where you are treated like a famous star and leave the boutique with a pair of glasses that is absolutely unique. At The Counter, every client enjoys the freedom of expressing his or her own individuality through specialized custom design services. Even more, The Counter provides rare vintage eyewear inspired by the forties and the sixties. All chic, trendy, limited-edition and select products displayed in an eclectic style to help the client choose the design that most reflects his or her lifestyle mantra. THE COLLECTIONS Elegant design, incomparable quality and exclusivity these are the hallmarks of that rarefied product class historically known as ‘High end’, but more recently referred to as ‘ultra premium’ and that are found at The Counter by Cherine Magrabi. From sunglasses to optical frames, contact lenses, chains and accessories, the counter displays innovative and luxurious couture eyewear collections of singular beauty, originality, and craftsmanship. All eye wear is handpicked according to high standards, with an emphasis on creative designers and upcoming talents. Additionally, the counter carries extremely limited quantities of the finest in rare and one of a kind vintage eyewear from the 1940’s 50’s and 60’s.

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The counter is the ultimate shopping destination for all individuals who wish to be exposed to a wide range of designs, dare to look different and are seeking exclusive products that express their individuality. The counter’s high trained professional staff provides customers with the latest information regarding eyewear trends, fashion and luxury goods. Additional specialized services include: custom designs and materials such as precious metals and gems etc. VIP fittings are available by appointment, one day express delivery and home viewing. The counter carries approximately 35 brands, all of them known for their special features, innovation & individualism. Exclusively found at the counter are Chrome Hearts, Judith Leiber, Cutler & Gross, Dita, Oliver Goldsmith, LGR, Francis Klein, Linda Farrow Luxe, Mykita, Hoffman, Maybach and Ralph Vaessen. Cherine Magrabi the founder and CEO of The Counter, continues the family tradition and mission in catering to its clients’ every ophthalmic need, by providing this new concept of finest fashion eyewear. Faithful to her vision of elegance, originality and innovation, Cherine Magrabi not only handpicks the latest unique collections and items with care, but also focuses on upcoming creative talents of the industry. Cherine Magrabi invites everyone to discover the same joy she experienced in establishing more than a boutique, but a space of senses, poetry, memories and passion. Quality and exclusivity have transformed The Counter from a challenge to a benchmark. No wonder unwavering dedication converted a boutique into a space of passion for trendsetters, fashion lovers, or simply those daring to experience

www.magrabiretail.com Location: Stars Avenue mall Jeddah Tel: 02 682 7351

FASHION

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DKNY

TAHLIAH STREET & BADRIYA TOWERS

SHIRT, SR.295 V-NECK JUMPER SR.500 PANTS, SR.620 TIE, SR.285 BAG, SR.415 RAIN JACKET, SR.830

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ESCAPE

AL-KHAYAT CENTRE, TAHLIAH STREET

TOP, SR.470 CARDIGAN, SR.895 PANTS, SR.625 BAG, SR.1450 BUMPER SHOES, SR.855

DISCOUNT OUTLET

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DISCOUNT OUTLET

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SUITE 966 BADRIYA TOWERS

DRESS, SR.1790 BY HALE BOB BAG, SR.4120 BY PATRIZIA PEPE SHOES, SR.640 BY DIESEL

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FASHION

SHIRT, SR.475 BY SCOTCH & SODA JACKET, SR.950 BY SCOTCH & SODA JEANS, SR.955 BY NUDIE JEANS CAP, SR.205 BY SCOTCH & SODA SHOES, SR.280 BY FRED PERRY

FASHION

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LIFE

AL-RAWDH STREET

T-SHIRT, SR.195 BY STUSSY JEANS, SR.935 BY NAKED & FAMOUS JACKET, SR.3425 BY BILLIONAIRE BOYS BAG, SR.1025 BY JC/DC SHOES, SR.455 BY GOURMET

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FASHION

TOP, SR.565 BY JOY RICH JEANS, SR.855 BY SIWY BUMPER SHOES, SR.885 BY REPETTO CAP, SR.255 BY JOY RICH

FASHION

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SID

ROSHANA MALL, TAHLIAH STREET

DRESS, SR.2195 BY SRETSIS JACKET, SR.5095 BY VIKTOR & ROLF BAG, SR.5225 BY PAURIC SWEENEY SHOES, SR.3075 BY VIKTOR & ROLF

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FASHION

SHIRT, SR.1235 BY COMME DES GARCONS PANTS, SR.1575 BY KRIS VAN ASSCHE BAG, SR.2475 BY CHRIS & TIBOR SHOES, SR.1875 BY KRIS VAN ASSCHE

HEALTH

TENNIS the grand slam of entertaining sports

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ORIGINS Tennis a sport played between two players (singles) or between two teams of two players each (doubles). Historians believe that tennis originated in France in the 12th century, but the ball was then struck with the palm of the hand. Racquets were introduced in the 16th century, and the game was called “tennis”. The modern game of tennis originated in the United Kingdom in the late 19th century as "lawn tennis". After its creation, lawn tennis spread throughout the upper-class English-speaking population before spreading around the world, and becoming an Olympic sport that is now played at all levels and ages. THE GAME A tennis match is determined through the best of three or five sets for certain important tournaments for men. A player wins a set by winning at least six games and at least two games more than the opponent. A set consists of a sequence of games played with service alternating between games. Games in turn, consist of points. A game consists of a sequence of points played with the same player serving. A game is won by the first player to have won at least four points in total and at least two points more than the opponent. Scores from zero to three points are described as "love", "fifteen", "thirty", and "forty" respectively. When each player has scored three points, the score is "deuce". A player scoring another point is given the "advantage". If one player has won six games and the opponent five, sets are played indefinitely until one player has a two-game lead. In the US Open the tie-break rule is applied. A tie-break, allows one player to win one more game and thus the set, to give a final set score of 7–6. A "love" set means that the loser of the set won zero games. COURTS Tennis is played on a rectangular, flat surface, usually grass, clay, a hard court

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of concrete and/or asphalt and occasionally carpet (indoor). Clay courts normally have a slower paced ball and a fairly true bounce with more spin. Hard courts have a faster-paced ball with a very true bounce. Grass courts have a faster-paced ball, and a more unpredictable bounce. The court is 78 feet (23.77 m) long, and 27 feet (8.23 m) wide for singles matches and 36 ft (10.97 m) wide for doubles matches. The baselines (Farthest back) define the width of the court; this is where a player stands when making a serve. The outermost lines that make up the length are called the doubles sidelines. These are the boundaries used when doubles is being played. The lines to the inside of the doubles sidelines are the singles sidelines and are used as boundaries in singles play. The line that runs across the center of a player's side of the court is called the service line because the serve must be delivered into the area between the service line and the net on the receiving side. The line dividing the service line in two is called the center line or center service line. The boxes this center line created are called the service boxes; depending on a player's position, he or she will have to hit the ball into the opposite side of the service boxes when serving. TOURNAMENTS AND PLAYERS: Tennis is enjoyed by millions of recreational players and is also a hugely popular worldwide spectator sport, especially the four Grand Slam tournaments also referred to as the Majors. The four Grand Slam tournaments are considered to be the most prestigious tennis tournaments in the world. The reasons behind this are the winning player receives higher points in the world ranking system and of course prizes that make the players reach the top ten of the Forbes list of richest athletes. The Majors are held annually and are the Australian Open, the French Open, Wim-

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bledon, and the US Open. Other tournaments include the Olympic Games, Davis Cup, Fed Cup, Hopman Cup and of late the Dubai Open and the Doha Open. The ATP (Association of Tennis Professionals) season comprises of 63 tournaments held in 32 countries, the WTA (Women’s Tennis Association) season comprises of 53 events and Four Grand Slams in 33 countries.

COURTS AVAILABLE IN JEDDAH: albilad hotel 026944777 trio ranch 026281525 sheraton hotel 026992212 hilton hotel 026590000

PERIOD

TOURNAMENT

LOCATION

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january may- june june- july august- september february january

australian open french open wimbledon us open dubai open qatar open

melbourne paris london new york city dubai doha

hard clay grass hard hard hard

A PLAYER TO WATCH OUT FOR IN THE FUTURE IS THE TWELVE YEAR OLD SAUDI AMMAR ALHOGBANI WHO IS DUBBED THE SAUDI FEDERER AND IS IN THE TOP 20 OF AMERICAN TENNIS RANKINGS FOR HIS AGE GROUP. MEN’S SINGLES RANKINGS: RAFAEL NADAL (SPAIN) ROGER FEDERER (SWITZERLAND) NOVAK DJOKOVIC (SERBIA) ANDY MURRAY (GREAT BRITAIN) ROBIN SODERLING (SWEDEN) WOMEN’S SINGLES RANKINGS: CAROLINE WOZNIACKI (DENMARK) VERA ZVONAREVA (RUSSIA) KIM CLIJSTERS (BELGIUM) SERENA WILLIAMS (USA) VENUS WILLIAMS (USA)

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HEALTH. COLUMN

BEE, NICE! It was a beautiful summer day; I took my three kids to a park in Virginia, USA. We played on the swings for a while, and then they decided to explore the small forest surrounding the area. I sat on a bench and began to daydream about the rest of our holiday and what else I wanted to do. I heard a scream, and two other louder screams that followed. I jumped and could not comprehend what was happening. My sons were running towards me and my daughter trailed behind. The boys were being attacked by a swarm of bees. Apparently the kids hit a bee hive with the long branches they were playing with and disturbed the colony. My oldest son had two bee stings, and my youngest had ten. We ran to the house nearby and began to treat the most painful bee stings with garlic (a home remedy to neutralize the venom). I did not notice during the fiasco that I had also gotten stung. After the boys calmed down and all our tears dried up I placed a juicy clove of garlic and began to squeeze its sticky juice on my wound. Thankfully the pain dissipated within minutes.

The brief and most terrifying experience this summer opened my eyes to a new body of knowledge and an ancient medication that I did not know existed. APITHERAPY, or “bee therapy” (from the Latin word apis meaning bee) is the medical application of products made by honeybees such as venom, honey, pollen, royal jelly, propolis, and beeswax.

MEDICAL CONDITIONS TREATED BY APITHERAPY INCLUDE MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS, ARTHRITIS, WOUNDS, PAIN, GOUT, SHINGLES, BURNS, TENDONITIS, AND INFECTIONS.

Treatments with honey bees as a source of natural medicine have existed for many centuries and it is believed that they have been practiced since human medicine began. The three ancient Great Civilizations (Egypt, Greece, and China) known for their extremely advanced medical systems practiced Apitherapy. The “Father of Medicine”, Hippocrates himself, strongly believed in the healing virtues of bee venom for treating

painful ailments such as arthritis. Nowadays, expanding scientific evidence advocates that various bee products promote healing by improving circulation as an anticoagulant, decreasing inflammation as an anti-inflammatory, and stimulating a healthy immune response. I experienced this first hand, by accident of course. A few months before I went to the states I had sprained my ankle causing it to be arthritic and very painful. After the bee sting the pain disappeared. I was intrigued to learn why. It baffled me to discover how much I didn’t know about the method of Apitherapy and how potent it truly was. This potency is caused by the injection of a substance called Apitoxin from the bee’s stinger into the skin. Apitoxin contains several strong peptides (proteins) such as Melittin, histamines and other biogenic amines. The protein Melittin is a strong anti-inflammatory agent that is said to be a million times more powerful than cortisone. This I know is true! BY: DR. MODI BATTERJEE IBCLC, Doctorate of Health Administration Albidayah Center

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TREE POSE Just like a tree, we will have a firm root in the earth and growing up towards the skies

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HOW TO DO THE POSE: Stand with your feet facing forward. Lift one foot and rest the sole on your inner thigh (or below the knee ) of your standing leg, opening your chest, anchor your tail bone and lengthen your spine, bring your palms together and take 5 breathes. Then repeat on other foot. For a lot of people particularly a beginner, like I once was balancing poses seemed really challenging. Often it was hard to balance on one foot imagining the fear of falling over. The secret to keeping still is a stable foundation and spreading the weight of your body evenly. The tree pose assist in releasing mental stress through distributing the weight of one's head, neck and shoulders. Our head is the heaviest part of our body did u know that? that is why, people who r stressed out with work, excess physical movements and emotional problems creates stiffness of muscles usually on the right neck line down to the shoulder blades... Everything in our body's connected... It is really the median line of one's body, the vertical axis that is dividing the face and neck that runs down to the centre of the body and pelvis, between the legs into the floor. So the best way is to work from the ground up, if you wish to establish a strong foundation in the pose. You begin by opening the doors of perception in the feet and best way to achieve this is through practice. The tree pose builds up muscles on your ankles, calves, spine, hips and thighs. This will give you the awareness of your chest, thighs and especially shoulders, it reinforces your confidence, nervous balance, improves concentration and focus. 'Just like a tree, we will have a firm root in the earth and growing up towards the skies' BY YASMIN MEHRI Yoga Instructor

BENEFITS ●Builds up muscles on your ankles, calves, spine, hips and thighs ●Gives awareness of your chest, thighs and especially shoulders ●Reinforces your confidence, nervous balance ●Improves concentration and focus

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THE BODY OF A WOMAN Toned, firm, always elegant and confident feline power with strength

training

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Arab women are well known for their strong sense of fashion. In all my years of being here, I noticed how elegant Arab women are. Take a look at some of the Arab women in the media. Queen Rania of Jordan, she is well known for her amazing sense of fashion and unbelievably fit body. When you look at any lady in an outfit, the way she holds herself and the way the clothes hang on her body make a difference. Why not match the strong sense of fashion with a strong frame! Focussing on the optimum word here STRONG a lot of girls get worried when I mention the words "WEIGHTS" or "STRENGTH TRAINING" due to the unfortunate images spread by the media, over developed women with huge arms and legs is the first image to mind. That is the extreme case with weight/strength training women that compete in these sports whether it is Olympic body building or weight lifting. They will be doing activity beyond that of an average person. So where you see the exaggerated musculature on some female athletes etc. it is profoundly evident that they are doing beyond the average daily workout. Having a strong body does not mean big muscles, and bigger is not always better when it comes to muscles. Muscles that are strong and can endure a long duration of activity and pressure cannot be built up. Although it does seem that when an exercise programme is commenced, particularly if it involves high-intensity weight lifting, the muscles may seem to puff up right away. This is one of the major reasons women avoid weights - they fear it will turn them into the Incredible Hulk! However, research has shown that women generally do not gain bulk from strength training as they do not have adequate amounts of bulk-building testosterone (roughly 10 to 30 percent less). It is at this point that most girls get scared and shy away from

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continuing their programs. You definitely are not imagining your body getting bigger, although it may be something of an optical illusion, when any weight training begins the body realises how hard it’s working, considering that previous workouts might have consisted of a cup of hot chocolate and marshmallows, watching your favourite soap opera on the television. The body then decides to store carbohydrates to use for water and energy. With new exercises you often see a small weight gain and an increase in muscular size from this water. So basically, our muscles are swollen with water and no one wants that! But this is only temporary as soon the body knows it is serious with the consistent challenging workout it will regulate itself and not store the excess carbohydrates. If you stay on a regular weight-training program for at least a month, you will notice that the bloated look decreases and a more sculpted shape is just around the corner. If you stay well hydrated throughout your workout and your entire day, water will be readily available to your muscles, and you will need to store fewer carbohydrates to make water. So next time "STRENGTH TRAINING” is brought up in conversation you might want to think about the benefits. INCREASED STRENGTH We were not made to be frail damsels in distress. We should be able to carry our shopping up a flight of stairs without collapsing at the end of it. We should also have the strength to carry our children! Do everyday activities without the daily aches and pains. NCREASED BONE DENSITY Strength training and other weight bearing activities such as walking, jogging, resistance exercises put a load on the skeleton and in turn increase the bone mineral density. Since osteoporosis is such a threat to women; especially since most of the daily activities here is just sitting on the couch

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or at cafes, it is a wise decision to start a strength training program. Strength training not only fights osteoporosis but prevents the possibility of getting it. So remember it is never too late to start, Research has shown that weight training improves your bone mineral density by as much as 13 percent in just 6 months. This is very important as women are more prone to osteoporosis in old age. IIMPROVED BALANCE Since strength training builds a strong foundation. Strengthening the legs and core section means an increase in overall balance and coordination reducing the risk of injury; especially important for the older adults. MPROVED MOOD AND INCREASED CONFIDENCE Weight training has been shown to improve women's self confidence and reduce the symptoms of clinical depression. You will feel like a real pro in the gym! INCREASED MUSCLE MASS AND DECREASED BODY FAT Strength Training does lead to larger muscle or hypertrophy, but there are many advantages for women to have more muscle. First of all, a sculpted, tight frame is far more attractive than a skinny, scrawny starved body of a model. Clothes do look better on a strong solid frame. Secondly, the more muscle you have the stronger you are. Thirdly because muscle is highly metabolic the more muscle you have on your body, the more calories burnt during work out, as muscle needs to burn calories not only to function but by just being on your body. So basically muscles burn calories without having to do any work. This is why men seem to be able to eat what they like and never seem to put on weight, because in general, men have more muscle than women. Each pound of muscle you gain through weight training can burn up to another 50 calories a day. By weight training just a few times a week you can build

STRENGTH TRAINING CAN BE DONE AT HOME OR IN THE GYM. CONSIDER THE OPTIONS: ●Body weight. You can do many exercises with little or no equipment. Try push-ups, pull-ups, abdominal crunches and leg squats. ●Resistance tubing. Resistance tubing is inexpensive, lightweight tubing that provides resistance when stretched. ●You can choose from many types of resistance tubes in nearly any sporting goods store. ●Free weights. Barbells and dumbbells are classic strength training tools. ●Weight machines. Most fitness centres offer various resistance machines. ●You can also invest in weight machines for use at home.

nearly 2 pounds of muscle over 2 months and don't worry, you will be losing at least 3 pounds of fat at the same time so you'll be leaner and more toned.

BY HANNAH TASHKANDI Fitness Instructor

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ART.TIPS

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Research the market to find out what other artists are charging in your area. Prices will be more in big cities such as New York or London.

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Remember the price in a gallery isn't what the artist receives; the gallery takes a lot of commission. Check how much it is.

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PASSION FOR PAINTINGS

Work out how much you spent making the painting excluding time. This isn't only materials such as canvas, paint and brushes but also overheads such as electricity, rent of studio space or a model.

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Keep a record of how long it took to make a painting â&#x20AC;&#x201C; time also costs money though initially you may not get much for it.

Paintings a wealth of expression in every stroke

Thousands of people visit galleries and museums every day, experiencing the most outstanding paintings ever created by the finest artists to roam the earth. Masterpieces are very valuable and rarely sold. The worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most famous paintings, especially works done before 1800, are generally owned by museums and literally priceless. Many people are collectors of fine arts and may want to sell, donate or even keep paintings as investments. In any of these scenarios, determining an accurate value for a painting is crucial. Paintings are generally valued by the artist and era; provenance is an art term that means the paintings financial history, who has bought it over the years, who sold

it, where has it been displayed or exhibited. This information helps with tracing the artist and time period of a painting. Any records or documents proving the identity of the artist or any previous owners facilitate finding the accurate value. The condition the painting is in is also at a high regard when valued, if damaged the price significantly drops. Paintings get assessed by galleries, museums and experts. The value of a painting is measured by price per inch.

05.

Add something for your experience and reputation. If you're only setting out, you obviously can't expect as much as an artist with an established reputation.

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If you have spent money marketing an exhibition or promoting an open-studio day, add something for this too.

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Look at your final price and compare it again with local prices. Is it realistic given the market and your reputation? You can always increase your prices next time.

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ART.TIPS

THE MOST VISITED MUSEUMS: the louvre museum in paris, the british museum in london, the uffizi museum in florence, and the kunsthistorisches museum in vienna

Jackson Pollock THE HIGHEST PRICED SOLD PAINTINGS: No. 5, 1948 Painted by Jackson Pollock and was sold in 2006 for $149.7 Million Woman III painted by Willem De Kooning and was sold in 2006 for $147 million Portrait of Adele Bochbauer I painted by Gustav Klimt sold in 2006 for $144.4 Million.

No. 5, 1948

TIPS It's a harsh fact that oil paintings still generally command higher prices than other mediums. Don't price your work too low. If you don't value it, why should a potential buyer? Only sell your best work. Initially because you're trying to establish a reputation and later on because you're trying to maintain it. If you want to include a painting in an exhibition because of it's one of your best but don't really want to sell it, don't be tempted to price it high in the hope it won't. What if it does? It's risky significantly undercutting the price set in a gallery through a later private sale. You risk alienating the gallery owner who displayed your work in the first place.

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EYES WITHOUT A FACE with jowhara alsaud

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We were first mesmerized by her supercool Out of Line series during Art Dubai 2010. Post Art Dubai it has been increasingly challenging to keep up with her exhibitions worldwide, until this glimpse into the artful mind of Jowhara 2010 PROVED TO BE A BUSY YEAR... MARK ITS HIGHLIGHTS Alhamdulillah I’ve been truly blessed. Yes, it has been a busy, exciting, whirl wind of a year. It kicked off in NYC with some group exhibitions with some very interesting artists. I then had a show in Chicago and at some international art fairs in Chicago, Mexico and Basel, after that came Berlin where I got the chance to work with the Edge of Arabia crew and curator Rami Farouk (of Traffic, UAE). The highlight of this show was finally meeting many of the Saudi artists whose work I’d been familiar with for years. MashAllah, Saudi’s got talent. A really great source to familiarize yourselves with some of Saudi’s contemporary artists is The Greenbox Museum of Contemporary Saudi Art in Amsterdam (http://www.greenboxmuseum.com). They have a very comprehensive directory, which includes some very impressive work. Then came Amsterdam for a solo exhibition followed soon after by Shanghai for Nabatt: A Sense of Being (http://www. nabatt.com), a museum exhibition of contemporary Saudi Art which was phenomenal and very well received by the public and press alike. I then had a solo show in Kuwait, which was a definite highlight. It was the first time, outside of Art Dubai, that I’d exhibited work in the Middle East and just talking to people confirmed that the issues I am tackling here are relevant. After that I headed back to New York for my first solo show in the city. Soon after came Art Basel Miami where I was showing with Witzenhausen Gallery at both Scope Miami and a solo show at Zoom, a new art fair the focus of which was contemporary

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art from the Middle East (http://www.zoomartfair.com). SHOULD YOU BE ASKED FOR A BIO HOW WOULD IT GO? Well my bio is on my website (www.jowharaalsaud.com) so I’ll just give you the brief rundown. I went to high school in Jeddah (What’s up Dar AlFikr?), Wellesley for college and The School of the Museum of Fine Arts for Graduate school. I moved back to Saudi, almost switched fields (no, not banking, Architecture and Industrial Design) then realized I was still spending most of my time in the studio, so I decided to pursue a career in fine arts after all. And you know the rest. YOU TOUCHED CENSORSHIP THROUGH YOUR ART, A TOPIC MANY WOULD CONSIDER TABOO. WHY IS

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THAT? (YOU COULD HAVE CHOSEN A SOFTER PATH YOU KNOW) Actually I really couldn’t. I would take my camera out in Jeddah and get stopped by the cops, I would take pictures indoors and no one wanted their photos shown… I had to find a way to make work that could exist in both private and public spaces and this is what I ended up with. This isn’t something I set out to critique it just found me (at every turn). And while censorship or shall I say our social taboos may have been the starting point, I feel that the work has long since transcended that. This is about human interaction, about photography, about methods of storytelling; it’s really just about how we share our day to day. The narratives are

so open ended that most people can project themselves and their own issues onto them but that ultimately says more about the viewer than the work. Also, I have no interest in making benign decorative work that sits comfortably above a couch and speaks to nothing but the colours of the curtains. THE SERIES SHOWS SAUDI WOMEN IN A SENSE THE WORLD CAN RELATE TO, A STRIKING IDEA, WHERE DID IT COME FROM? It’s hardly revolutionary to show us as we are, rather than how either the East or West wants to see us. Again, I did not set out to make some grand statement or try to change our “image” but if you make honest work, patterns emerge. Who doesn’t have these photos at home? Been on Facebook lately? I’m just saying. And by the way, I never said all the people in the work were Saudi. I said that they are my nearest and dearest, and I don’t usually let nationalities dictate who that is. Besides, without an obvious cultural signifier (a subha, tarha, shmagh etc.) can you really differentiate? We are all much more similar than many would like to admit, but when stripped down to basics, there’s no denying it. YOU'VE BEEN EXHIBITING YOUR WORK ALL AROUND THE WORLD, WHICH WAS THE MOST MEMORABLE EXHIBITION AND WHY? Honestly, every exhibition has been memorable in its own right. The thing that ties them together is the people involved. Whether they are artists, curators, writers, and anyone that responds to the work somehow, they are usually the most memorable and inspiring part. I can also tell you that I really enjoy being in exhibitions that focus more on the work and less on where I’m from, because then the work is placed in a proper context and you’d be amazed what interesting points come up when it’s placed in conversation with work that concerns itself with similar issues. YOUR WORK IS PART OF THE COLLECTION AT VICTORIA AND ALBERT MUSEUM IN LONDON, HOW DID THIS

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COME ABOUT? I believe Martin Barnes, the senior curator of photographs at the Victoria and Albert museum, saw my work at Paris Photo last year and took an interest. The rest happened through a lovely lady by the name of Rose Issa who has a gallery in London (Rose Issa Projects, www.roseissa.com) and has been doing great work with contemporary Middle Eastern artists for over 20 years now. They knew I’d worked with her in the past and approached her directly. SOME OF YOUR WORKS ARE OWNED BY PRIVATE COLLECTORS, HOW DOES A PERSON GO ABOUT ACQUIRING A PIECE OF YOUR ART? I’m represented by a few galleries internationally (also on my website). In Saudi Ara-

bia its Athr gallery in Jeddah and collectors usually contact the gallery for any inquiries about the work, standard procedure. HOW DO YOU FEEL WHEN YOU RECEIVE A REQUEST FOR A SOLO EXHIBITION? AND HOW IS IT DIFFERENT THAN A GROUP SHOW? It’s always exciting when someone feels strongly enough about the work to want to exhibit it. Group shows are great when they are about storytelling, photography (issues of “documentary” or “manipulation” also digital vs. film) or even portraiture. Those are the ones I get most excited about, because the other artists are bringing different points of view to the table and that’s always interesting. Solo shows tend to be more focused on what I’m dealing with.

They also allow for more work so you get a more comprehensive view of a series. So yes, they are different, but equally rewarding. JUST TO CLARIFY, THESE ARE PHOTOGRAPHS, CORRECT? AND THERE’S NO DIGITAL MANIPULATION? CAN YOU TELL US A LITTLE ABOUT YOUR PROCESS? Yes, these are photographs. The manipulation is all done by hand on colour negatives and they are printed in a traditional colour darkroom. No Photoshop or ink involved, just a large format negative, a light box and some dental tools. It’s a long drawn out process that took some time to master, but I enjoy the process of detailed handmade work. NAME A SPOT/GALLERY YOU'D LOVE TO EXHIBIT YOUR

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CREATIONS AT IN SAUDI & ABROAD? AND HOW DO YOU GO ABOUT CHOOSING A GALLERY/SPACE? Honestly, there are museums and galleries that I love all over the world (because of their collections or roster of artists) and would be honoured to show with. But I’m quickly learning that it’s more important to work with people who really understand and respect the work, as well as my intentions. And inshaAllah the rest will happen naturally. SAY YOU'VE BEEN APPOINTED MINISTER OF CULTURE IN THE KINGDOM, WHAT WOULD BE YOUR 3 MOST IMPORTANT DECISIONS? I laughed out loud when I read this question. What on earth would qualify me to ever become Minister of Culture??? “Khally

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ilkhubz lilkhabbaz” is what I say. While my first instinct was “I’m going to leave this one alone” let me rephrase it slightly. If I were to suggest three things to our Minister of Culture (who by the way, has proven to be quite supportive of the arts) I would say education and awareness are key. The only way the arts will ever be taken seriously and viewed as a proper discipline in Saudi, and by that I mean one worthy of celebration and respect (think Poetry), is once it’s introduced into the educational system as a legitimate field of study, not an extracurricular activity or hobby. I went to school for this, and if I didn’t believe in its transformative nature, I wouldn’t have spent 8 years of my life immersed in Film

and Fine Arts. My second suggestion would be proper museums (many of the world’s best museums are government funded) not only to showcase and preserve the works of the plethora of Saudi artists that are active all over the world, but also to bring some of what the world has to offer to Saudi. We shouldn’t have to leave in order to succeed internationally as artists, or be exposed to the rich visual culture that the world has to offer as a viewer. And my third suggestion would be artist grants and residencies. Not everyone is in a position to fund their own projects or have the space to execute them. For many of the Saudi artists that I’ve met, grants could be the difference between having to maintain a day job (to pay the bills and support families) and dedicating the necessary time and energy to what they truly love and not only have a natural talent for, but are willing to go the extra mile to achieve. So yeah, those are my two cents. WHERE'S YOUR NEXT STOP? New Hampshire. For an exhibition titled iImage: the Uncommon Portrait at The Portsmouth Museum of Contemporary Art. There are some wonderful artists participating, such as WK Interact and Do Ho Suh, so I’m looking forward to it. After that there’s The Armory in NYC, Art Dubai and a solo show at Athr Art in Jeddah this coming April inshaAllah. A DECLARATION? Go big or go home.

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HAMANN VICTORY II GALLARDO LP560

turns the Gallardo LP560-4 into a technology and design winner SUPER CAR

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HAMANN already presented the super sports car Victory based on the first Lamborghini Gallardo. With the latest Gallardo LP560-4, now also the new HAMANN Victory II is introduced. The car body becomes broader and the engine performance as well as the amount of carbon parts is significantly increased. And what is the most essential part of a Lamborghini? Right, it is the wing doors. And nobody really knows why the Gallardo is not equipped with them straight away. HAMANN offers these for the Victory II. In addition, they offer an entire refinement of the original body design which starts with a new front apron in Race-design with a centre carbon part. With new

fenders in the front and fender extensions in the back, the Victory II renders an even more remarkable appearance. Also, the extended side skirts and the air inlet on the roof – available in carbon as well – confirm this impression. The back of the car is enhanced by a diffuser and a newly designed rear wing which pushes the car onto the road at high speeds. HAMANN offers the rear wing either in fibre glass or the ultra light and persistent carbon. On top of that, a carbon layer can be applied to the bonnet. HAMANN equips the Victory II with 20 inch Edition Race rims with a special varnish in order to emphasize the new dynamic look. At the same time, the reduced unsprung masses improve the handling and the acceleration and braking response. The recommended wheel/tyre combination is 9.5Jx20 inches with 235/30ZR20 tyres at the front and 13Jx20 rims with 325/25ZR20 tyres at the back. By adjusting the engine electronics, HAMANN squeezes additional performance out of this Italian stallion, increasing its power to 427 kW/580 hp with a maximum torque of 575 Newton metres. Therefore, the HAMANN Victory II reaches an impressive 328 km/h top speed. The impressive V10-Sound turns even more remarkable by applying an end muffler to the serial end pipes. The interior of the HAMANN Victory II is enhanced by a 14-part carbon set which includes decorative blends, the steering wheel and the door openers. The HAMANN-sports seats with the carbon back render a perfect seating position. If desired, the HAMANN upholstery department can offer anything to make the customers’ hearts beat faster. Personalised floor mats or entire leather equipment, everything is handmade by master craftsmen. Individually designed for you and fitted to your car by experts.

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THE MERCEDESBENZ CLS a generation ahead of the competition SALON CAR

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The CLS four-door Coupé the elegance and dynamism of a coupé with the comfort and functionality of a saloon The new CLS continues with the pioneering role of its predecessor and at the same time shows itself to be a brand-new star on the scene. In 2003 the four-door Coupé was born and the Mercedes-Benz CLS immediately established itself as a new style icon. The proportions have stayed the same - and yet everything is different the second generation of this design trendsetter has adopted a completely new look. The new CLS‘s refined sportiness with a new design language, higher output and lower fuel consumption engine, more agility with lightweight construction and

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new increased visibility and more safety features. The outer body of the new CLS is a distinctive and muscular sports car with an athletic character. The eye striking exterior reminiscent of the Mercedes Benz SLS AMG the innovative front design with a highlighted longer bonnet and a grille formed separately, with the centrally placed star on the grill strengthening the brand identity. The typical CLS outline, with its elegantly long proportions, is the dominating attribute of the new model, at the back the novel design feature called the dropping line where the structure slopes backwards representing a new interpretation present in historic

Mercedes sports cars. The large, elongated dark air inlets with black grilles also add to the vehicle's athletic appearance. The flared wheel arches resemble the powerful thighs of a feline predator waiting to pounce. Another distinguishing feature comes in the form of the LED High Performance headlamps, which are the world's first to offer the entire regular dynamic light functions using LED technology. The headlamps’ greater visibility and full functionality with their 71 LED lamps look exciting; and they serve to underline the unmistakable appearance of the CLS and bringing an entirely new level of safety to night time driving.

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The interior of the CLS is also distinguished by a timeless design which combines straightforward sophistication with innovative details and handcrafted perfection. An attention-grabbing feature is the wrap-around effect of the cockpit extending from the driver’s door to the passenger’s door. As a design trendsetter, allowing customers to choose from five interior colours, five trim designs, three qualities of leather and also three exclusive wood types. Handcrafted perfection is reflected in details such as the stitched seat covers. The CLS lives up to its role as a design icon, by setting new standards in interiors with its wide variety of individualisation options resulting in a CLS that is a one-off piece. The CLS engines have higher output, yet up to 25 percent lower fuel consumption. All models as a standard have 7GTRONIC PLUS automatic transmission and all engines are fitted with the ECO start/stop function for reduced consumption in urban traffic. The ECO start/stop function works on the simple fact that the

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engine doesn’t have to be on when the car is at a standstill and does this automatically. The 4 BlueEFFICIENCY engines of the CLS with two 6-cylinder models the CLS 350 (306hp) and CLS 350 CDI (265hp) with 25% reduced fuel consumption and the CLS 250 4-cylinder with fuel consumption of 5.1 litre diesel/100 km similar to a compact car. The fourth engine is the CLS 500 (406hp) V8 engine which features biturbocharging for the first time, previously only seen in the 12-cylinder engine used in the S-Class. Lightweight construction and aerodynamics increases the efficiency of the CLS, it is the first vehicle from Mercedes-Benz to have frameless, all-aluminium doors. Apart from the doors, the bonnet, front wings, boot lid, parcel shelf, various support profiles and substantial parts of the suspension and engines are all made of aluminium providing intelligent lightweight construction that plays a decisive role in bridging the classic conflict of objectives between low weight and high strength in the new CLS. Aerodynamics plays an im-

portant part in the outstanding efficiency of the Mercedes-Benz CLS reducing wind resistance by up to ten percent. Electromechanical power steering is the ultimate in driving dynamics to the very best in long-distance ride comfort. The steering system makes its world debut in the new CLS. This pioneering innovation makes a new and radical contribution to the relationship between driver, car and road. There are over 12 new driving assistance features the one I thought was most exciting is the vibrating steering wheel warning system that warns the driver discreetly and highly effectively of any collision possibilities. The Mercedes- Benz CLS distinctive elegant coupé outline combined with the flawlessly crafted lavish interior makes this car a prominent luxury must have as it cruises the roads demanding admiration by its competitors and fans alike.

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GUARDING THE STREETS FROM THE SKIES

The behind the scenes heroes whose everyday task is to save lives

When the exciting world of flying and the righteous world of first aid combine the result is an efficient and essential service, dedicated to do the best they can to ensure our well being. What’s Up caught up with helicopter pilot Khalid Jawa and here is what he had to say about this valuable service... WHAT IS EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES? Emergency Medical Services or EMS is a new ambulance service in which the vehicle used to transport the injured is a helicopter. This new service was launched six months ago and has provided unparalleled speed when transporting patients from the accident to the hospital. At the moment EMS is present in Riyadh and Jeddah and

will shortly begin in Dammam. HOW COULD SOMEONE BECOME A HELICOPTER PILOT? The requirements for a helicopter pilot are to be medically fit, and passing a flying medical exam to get an aviation medical certificate. Having a good level of English and good communication skills, a good hand eye coordination. Having a pilot license requires studying at a flying school and having enough financial support to cover expenses. Having a sense of adventure is necessary and of course you can’t be scared of heights. HOW LONG IS THE TRAINING TO GET CERTIFIED? To get certified which means to have a flying license it takes one to two years depending on your progress, it’s always better

to support the license with a degree, I have a social degree in aeronautical science, which taught me a lot about the physics of flying, meteorology, accident investigation and aviation law. WHERE DO YOU WORK AND WHAT DOES THE JOB COMPLY OF? I work for the Saudi Flying Ambulance under the Saudi Red Crescent Authority, the Saudi ambulance program has recently been introduced by Prince Faisel Bin Abdullah Bin Abdulaziz AlSaud. The bases are located in the King Faisel Naval base in the south of Jeddah and Alshumaisi air force base. The main purpose of the EMS (Emergency Medical Services) is to respond to major accidents on the outskirts

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After that we go back to base, and disinfect the aircraft and ready it for the next flight with fuel and checks which takes about 30 minutes. HOW FAST DO YOU RESPOND TO EMERGENCY CALLS? I mentioned we are up in the air in less than 5mins. Our purpose is to transfer the patient in the golden hour. The golden hour is the time from when the accident occurred to transporting the wounded to the hospital.

THE HELICOPTER REACHES SPEEDS OF 270KM/HR AND IT TAKES FIFTEEN MINUTES TO REACH JEDDAH FROM MAKKAH

of the city and transport the injured as quickly as possible to a designated hospital to receive medical attention. DESCRIBE A NORMAL DAY IN THE LIFE OF A HELICOPTER PILOT? In this field of work we have to be ready and available to provide a 24 hour service, where we do 12 hour shifts for three to four days a week. We report to base at 6:00 am or pm depending on the shift. If there is an accident (Allah forbid) we are airborne with the flight and medical crew on board. We receive on average two calls a day, Hamdilla some days we do not get any requests, other times we are called back to base from a mission due to the demise of the injured person this of course is a pro-

cedure to offer the helicopter services to another possible accident that may occur. TAKE US THROUGH THE STEPS OF AN EMERGENCY PROCEDURE? When there is an accident we are airborne with the flight and medical crew on board in less than five minutes. Once we take off we coordinate with the dispatcher and inquire about location and number of injuries and we inform him of an expected time of arrival. Dispatch will coordinate with highway patrol, to block the road and set a safe landing zone for the helicopter. As soon as we land the medical team evaluate and stabilize the case and ready the patient to be transported to king Abdulaziz hospital (Almahjar) where the patient is treated.

WHAT IS THE MODEL OF THE HELICOPTER YOU FLY? WHAT ARE ITS USES? There are 2 types of helicopters they are BELL 412 and AGUSTA 139, the AGUSTA is faster as it reaches speeds of 270km/hr, it has a wider range and is used for longer trips. Bell is smaller and is easier to land in a congested area; the BELL goes up to 220km/hr. All helicopters are equipped with 2 beds and 2 doctors. Helicopters can land nearly anywhere which makes them very useful in such situations, highways as an example as long as there are no obstacles preventing the helicopter from landing. Helicopters fly straight which takes away a lot of time wasting from traffic. IN THE CASE OF LOSING BOTH ENGINES AND THE HELICOPTERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S POWER IS LOST, WHAT DO YOU DO? We do something called auto rotation where we can land safely to any ground fit for landing, auto rotate is using the flow of air as you are descending to keep the rotors spinning and making a gradual descent. To produce lift right before touchdown the rotor blades angle is slightly changed and this cushions the helicopter gently to the ground. Pilots are trained to do this at flying school over and over again to the point it becomes second nature. WHAT OTHER WORK DOES THE EMS PROVIDE?

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Well, we also take part in rescue missions in the holy sites when it is the Hajj season; we start off by preparing the base in Makkah two weeks prior to the start of the pilgrimage. The base in Arafa has six helicopters on standby 24 hours a day for any general accident that requires emergency attention. After that we move the equipment to Madinah (Maternity hospital base) where we are stationed for a month because most pilgrims visit Madinah after going to Makkah. During the holy month of Ramadhan we are on high alert due to many people travelling to and from Makkah. It takes about fifteen minutes to reach the King Abdulaziz hospital in Jeddah from Makkah. TELL US ABOUT YOUR CAREER AS A HELICOPTER PILOT? AND WHAT WAS YOUR PROUDEST MOMENT? I used to work for ARAMCO where I was in the production chain and our job was to transport employees from the on shore airport to the oil rig platforms out at sea in Dhahran. Now I work for the Saudi flying ambulance in Jeddah which I have been talking about. Proud moments for me personally are every time I have a patient on board I feel I’m doing a good thing and the right thing for a fellow human, you feel self satisfaction it’s beyond description when helping a person in need. YOU MUST HAVE SEEN MANY DIFFERENT SITUATIONS BEING UP IN THE SKY, WHAT WOULD BE THE MOST INTERESTING THING THAT YOU HAVE SEEN? I wouldn’t call this interesting but it is imperative that people know this very simple fact; people don’t realize the dangers of high speed driving on themselves and others. I’ve seen terrible instances where people’s bodies have been completely deformed and mutilated. I cannot stress the importance of speed limits; it is the difference between surviving and dying. DID YOU NEED TO LEARN HOW TO FLY A PLANE BEFORE FLYING A HELICOPTER? No it is not necessary, I can fly both but you can do either.

WHAT DO YOU DO ON YOUR DAYS OFF? I pass my time when I’m not working by riding my motorcycle or playing water sports. A MESSAGE TO OUR READERS? Stick to the speed limit and don’t try to come close and take pictures, when we land a lot of people crowd and start filming us which is completely inappropriate and does not help the patient in any way.

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FERGUSON HILL FH007 MINI SPEAKER SYSTEM SOUND SYSTEM

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Ferguson Hill is a new breed of British Hi-Fi manufacturer operating at the zenith of the market. Having launched the revolutionary (10,000 pound) FH001 loudspeaker, the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first full-size, transparent, front horn loaded dipole loudspeaker together with the FH002 Bass units and the FH003 Bass amplifier, they are proud to announce their latest product- The FH007, an

affordable, desktop version of the acclaimed FH001, FH002 & FH003 combination. Ferguson Hill is recognized for coalescing unique and brave design aesthetics with precision sonic engineering. In creating the FH007s they have continued in the same creative vein, bringing something innovative and exciting to the Hi-Fi market. The FH007 is a definitive product, whether it is used for high-fidelity home entertainment or as the ultimate executive PC sound system, it impresses and astounds. Not only does the system sound fantastic and look stunning, but because of the transparent design, it creates the allusion of space thereby preventing rooms and desktops looking cluttered.

The FH007s have been created in such a manner that they are perfect for use in the office or at home. The precision design results in a pure HI-Fi sound that perfectly complements their awe-inspiring appearance. The design also ensures that, even with the small size of the system, it can compete with traditional products in the (500 to 1000 pound) price band.

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INTRODUCING MERIDIAN SOOLOOS CONTROL 15 DIGITAL MEDIA SYSTEM

Meridian Audio has announced the introduction of Control 15, which combines the three essential elements of every Meridian Sooloos Digital Media System – storage, playback and control – in a single freestanding device that, when paired with Meridian’s DSP Loudspeakers, forms a complete digital system delivering class leading audio performance and control.

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From its instantly responsive 17-inch touch-screen, Control 15 provides immediate access to an entire Meridian Sooloos music collection, and connected to the internet, Control 15 also serves as a simple interface to the vast choice of internet radio stations and streamed music. Control 15 includes an integrated audio renderer featuring the full suite of Meridian’s audio enhancing technologies and delivering pristine quality, high-resolution S/PDIF and SpeakerLink digital audio to any digital music system. Using SpeakerLink to connect Control 15 to any of Meridian’s DSP Loudspeakers with a single discreet cable allows for simple installation and a variety of methods of system control – from the

touch-screen, via a Meridian MSR+ system remote control, or even wirelessly using the Sooloos iPhone/iPad app. Control 15 includes a Compact Disc drive, allowing music to be loaded on to the system direct from a CD. Let the system choose music to suit your mood and occasion

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JOBY UNLOCKS THE POTENTIAL OF USER ACCESSORIES FOR THE IPHONE 4 MOBILE ACCESSORY

JOBY, the world-renowned designer of the best-selling Gorillapodâ&#x201E;˘ line of innovative camera tripods launches the new Gorillamobile. That has has been redesigned to take full advantage of the rich media features of the iPhone 4. The Gorillamobile for iPhone 4 has been selected for an International Innovations Award. The Gorillamobile for iPhone 4 combines the protection of a durable, alwayson bumper case with the hands-free positioning capabilities of a JOBY tripod. The flexible, wrappable legs and rubber grip rings allow for comfortable viewing with endless positioning options. Gorillamobile for iPhone 4 is the first in this family but will be joined by two other revolutionary mobile accessories for IPhone users. Gorillamobile retails for $39.95 Joby is continuously innovating and revolutionizing the accessories world, and will launch a new photography application specifically designed to take full advantage of iPhone 4 capabilities.

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KEY FEATURES •Slim, lightweight and strong, with perfect ergonomics •Extra wide 4.2” multitouch Reality Display with Mobile BRAVIA® Engine to ensure ultimate multimedia and viewing experiences •Sony Exmor R™ for mobile: for best-in-class low-light photography and video capture •8.1 megapixel camera and HD video recording capability •Android Market™ – thousands of applications to keep you entertained

SONY ERICSSON XPERIA™ ARC

THE ULTIMATE SMARTPHONE WITH SUPER-SLIM DESIGN AND STATE-OF-THEART SONY TECHNOLOGY SMART PHONE

Xperia™ arc takes the stunning design language that Sony Ericsson has become known for to a new level. Super slim and light, Xperia™ arc is just 8.7mm at its thin-

nest part and has an extra wide 4.2” multitouch screen. Created from premium materials and with a stunning arc body, this smartphone is sleek, strong and designed to fit perfectly in the user’s hand. The best of Sony technology is inside Xperia™ arc. The Reality Display with Mobile BRAVIA® Engine delivers exceptional visual brilliance and a crystal clear image which enhances the overall entertainment experience. Furthermore, Sony’s award-winning Exmor R™ for mobile sensor with the f/2.4 lens enables the capture of high quality, bright pictures and HD videos even in low light. All pictures and videos can be shared in HD on your living room TV via the built in HDMI-connector.

Xperia™ arc will launch on the latest version of the Android™ platform providing access to Google Mobile Services and the myriad of applications available on the Android market. Xperia™ smartphones add best in class entertainment on top of smartphone fundamentals such as apps, maps, email and fast Internet to create the most entertaining smartphone experience.

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SAMSUNG GALAXY TAB

A NEW SMART MEDIA DEVICE, SURPASSES MOBILE BOUNDARIES, ALLOWING YOU TO ENJOY MORE POSSIBILITIES ON THE GO TABLET

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Samsung Electronics a global leader in mobile technology launched the Samsung GALAXY Tab (Model: GT-P1000). Powered

by Android Operating System 2.2, the GALAXY Tab is the first of the company’s tablet devices, representing a new category of mobile products that brings together all of Samsung’s leading innovations to provide users with more capabilities while on the move. Experience PC-like web-browsing and enjoy all forms of multimedia on the perfectly sized 7-inch TFT-LCD display. Moreover, users can continuously communicate via e-mail, voice and video call, SMS/ MMS or social network with the optimized user interface. A new concept of mobility for media As a new category of device, the Samsung GALAXY Tab brings a wealth of mobile experiences. In design, its light (380g) build

provides perfect portability, with its slim dimensions making it easy to grip and use. Supporting the latest Adobe Flash Player 10.1, that supports swift, seamless viewing of every single page of the web. The ‘Readers Hub’, Samsung’s unique ereading application, provides easy access to a vast digital library. Also, Samsung unveils ‘Media Hub’, a gateway to a world of films and videos, and ‘Music Hub’, an application giving access to a wide range of music tunes. The Samsung GALAXY Tab has made rich communication truly mobile; it presents a level of converged technology that moves beyond mobile or PC to an entirely new category. Users have new powers to consume, create and communicate from wherever they are. Powerful, always-on communication With 3G HSPA connectivity, 802.11n Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth® 3.0, the device enhances users’ mobile communication on a whole new level. Video conferencing and push email on the large 7-inch display make communication more smooth and efficient. For voice telephony, the GALAXY Tab turns out to be a perfect speakerphone on the desk, or a mobile phone on the move via Bluetooth® headset. Powered by a Cortex A8 1.0GHz application processor, the GALAXY Tab is designed to deliver high performance whenever and wherever you are. At the same time, HD video contents are supported by a wide range of multimedia formats which maximizes the joy of entertainment. While the front-facing camera allows face-to-face video telephony over 3G, the rear-facing camera captures still images and video that you can edit, upload and share, all without any hassle. As online content explodes, the Samsung GALAXY Tab is the best portable solution for every lifestyle that needs a constant connection. galaxys.samsungmobile.com

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FIRST 3D CONSUMER CAMCORDER PANASONIC’S SDT750 CAMCORDER

PANASONIC unveils the world’s first 3D consumer camcorder, complete with a 3D conversion lens. The specially-designed 3D conversion lens records righteye and left-eye images simultaneously through its two lenses, thus resulting in video that can be viewed in 3D. The Panasonic SDT750 features a Time Lapse Re-

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cording feature, which plays depending on the settings a 10 minute scene such as a sunset or a blooming flower in approximately 10 seconds. Panasonic offers a 5.1-channel audio recording sound system, allowing you to enjoy the home theatre effect while playback. The Panasonic SDT750 is equipped with a wide range of sophisticated functions, including the 3MOS System, which features improved noise reduction (NR) technologies, and a wide-variety of manual adjustments controlled by a manual ring for easy, creative shooting. The manual ring provides convenient, fingertip control of the focus, zoom, exposure (iris), shutter speed and white balance

settings. Panasonic’s Intelligent Auto (iA) function makes the SDT750 extremely easy to use the iA offers the following six functions: Face Recognition, the new HYBRID O.I.S., AF/AE Tracking, Intelligent Scene Selector, Face Detection and Intelligent Contrast Control. HYBRID O.I.S., a new feature, provides extremely accurate hand-shake correction with its four-axis blur detection, resulting in steady images while zooming or shooting on the move.

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03. DEAD SPACE 2

01. FLUIDITY WII Basing a 2D platforming puzzle game on a substance as familiar as water might not seem like the most inspired of ideas, but the more time you spend with Hydroventure--known as Fluidity in the US--the more you realise how great it is. Like the water you control, the puzzles you solve have a flow, effortlessly merging into each other to create an experience that always challenges you yet never makes you feel stupid. These are brilliantly designed, each of them guided by the realworld physics of water, making them immensely satisfying to solve. The vast collection of hidden content means that there are hours upon hours of well-crafted puzzles in Hydroventure, while the mixture of fun ideas means the core concept of moving a blob of water around never gets old. The way each chapter is laid out into separate pages and panes not only allows for some diverse and great-looking visuals, but it also means casual players can easily dip in and out for short bursts while more determined players can spend longer amounts of time hunting down extra content.

02. SHIFT 2 UNLEASHED: NEED FOR SPEED PC Nat Geo Amazing! (a.k.a. National Geographic Amazing) is National Geographic as you've never seen it before—a celebration of the world's 100 most fascinating people, places, and things, showcased in a large-format, full-colour trade paperback. The thrilling images, incredible stories, and cutting-edge design of NATGEO Amazing! Will have you doing double-takes at some of the most fascinating and fun information in the world, including Amazing Animals, Interesting People, Weird but True Facts, Ancient Discoveries with Modern Twists, Natural Wonders, and more! You'll find that truth is often stranger— and way more arresting—than fiction as you witness natural beauty, raw emotion, and odd phenomena through the discerning prism of the people who know the world best: National Geographic. We hope that each and every page inspires you to say the book's name: AMAZING!

PS3 Isaac Clarke, the unluckiest space engineer of the 26th century, is more unfortunate than ever in Dead Space 2. 2008's superb Dead Space took the style of survival horror shooter action exemplified by games like Resident Evil 4 and meshed it with an atmospheric deep-space setting and some terrific, distinctly sci-fi gameplay elements, creating something that felt simultaneously familiar and unique. Dead Space 2, on the other hand, will feel thoroughly familiar to those who have played the original; its few improvements over Dead Space are minor tweaks rather than game changers. But blasting the limbs off of hideous necromorphs remains tremendously satisfying, and although the pacing lags a bit during the game's middle portions, this second outing packs more than enough scares and surprises to make stepping back into Isaac Clarke's suit extremely worthwhile. In addition, a new multiplayer component successfully translates Dead Space's particular breed of dismembermentfocused combat into a pulse-pounding team-based experience that casts you as both humans and as the foul necromorphs. And, at least at the time of release, the PlayStation 3 version includes a hefty bonus: the great on-rails shooter Dead Space Extraction (previously a Wii exclusive), at no additional cost.

04. HALO: REACH XBOX360 Before the discovery and destruction of an ancient alien ringworld, before a teeming parasitic enemy threatened Earth, before a soldier called John117 made a new name for himself, humanity fought to defend the planet Reach. And though Halo: Reach is a prequel to all the Halo games that have come before, it represents the evolutionary pinnacle of the series. From the expertly tuned combat to the expansive level design and from the innovative online integration to the robust creation tools, all the pillars of Halo's success are in top form here, tied together seamlessly by an elegant and intuitive menu system. While the core mechanics remain very familiar, invigorating new elements and extensive customization options make it so there are more ways to enjoy yourself than ever. Halo: Reach is one of the most fully featured games on consoles today, and it's also one of the best. One of the first things you notice about Halo: Reach is the refined menu system. In addition to presenting the main gameplay modes, the main menu displays the status of your friends who are playing Reach and allows you to peruse their service records and invite them to your party with ease.

05. PRINNY 2 PSP In the Disgaea series, Prinnies are nothing more than cannon fodder. Being used as grenades more often than fighters is an awful fate, so it was easy to take in their cheerful disposition and feel sorry for their lot in life. But after playing a few levels in their second chance in a lead role, you might take abject pleasure in punishing these combustible birds in whatever way possible. Prinny 2: Dawn of Operation Panties, Dood is structurally identical to its predecessor. As in Prinny: Can I Really Be the Hero, you traverse through side-scrolling levels hopping across platforms while fighting enemies until you reach the end boss. But the problems that erected a formidable barrier the first time around haven't been addressed in the slightest. You still have to wrestle with rigid controls the whole way through, and the frequent deaths are now so grossly unfair that it's unrelentingly aggravating. The careful balance between challenge and frustration has been upset, opening the door for bouts of head-pounding agony as you stubbornly force yourself through each stage. Trickybut-rewarding boss fights provide adequate enticements, but there is too much misery in this demonic tale to make it worth playing for all but the most committed individuals.

06. GOLDEN SUN: DARK DAWN BUSIN NINTENDO DS Dark Dawn picks up 30 years after the events of the 2003 Game Boy Advance game Golden Sun: The Lost Age. The action is set in the fantastical, and flat, world of Weyard and explores the aftermath of the events that transpired in previous games. Despite the upbeat ending of the last game, "and they all lived happily ever after" doesn't quite apply to how things have turned out. While the world was saved from doom through the release of elemental energies known as alchemy, there have been consequences. You're cast in the role of Matthew, the son of two of the heroes from the GBA games, who, thanks to a chain of events on a fateful day, send the young hero on a journey to save the world just like his old man did. If you're not familiar with the original games, don't fret; key words and phrases in conversations can be clicked on to access information in an in-game encyclopedia for those who like their lore. However, if you have played the previous games, you'll be pleased to see a plethora of nods to the people, places, and events in the GBA titles, which adds some weight to the game's story. Longtime fans will also be pleased to see the game's not so subtle set up for a sequel at journey's end.

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02. NAT GEO AMAZING: 100 PEOPLE, PLACES, AND THINGS THAT WILL WOW YOU

By Melina Gerosa Bellows

01. SIX THINKING HATS

By Edward De Bono BUSINESS Using case studies and real-life examples of his "six thinking hats", de Bono shows how each of us can become a better thinker through deliberate role-playing. Through case studies and real-life examples, Dr. de Bono reveals the often surprising ways in which deliberate role playing can make you a better thinker. He offers a powerfully simple tool that youand your business, whether it’s a start-up or a major corporationcan use to create a climate of clearer thinking, improved communication, and greater creativity. His book is an instructive and inspiring text for anyone who can makes decisions, in business or life.

ADVENTURE Nat Geo Amazing! (a.k.a. National Geographic Amazing) is National Geographic as you've never seen it before—a celebration of the world's 100 most fascinating people, places, and things, showcased in a large-format, full-colour trade paperback. The thrilling images, incredible stories, and cutting-edge design of NATGEO Amazing! Will have you doing double-takes at some of the most fascinating and fun information in the world, including Amazing Animals, Interesting People, Weird but True Facts, Ancient Discoveries with Modern Twists, Natural Wonders, and more! You'll find that truth is often stranger— and way more arresting—than fiction as you witness natural beauty, raw emotion, and odd phenomena through the discerning prism of the people who know the world best: National Geographic. We hope that each and every page inspires you to say the book's name: AMAZING!

05. BOUNCE: MOZART, FEDERER, PICASSO, BECKHAM, AND THE SCIENCE OF SUCCESS

03. AND THERE BY HANGS A TALE

By Mathew Syed

By Jeff Archer SHORT STORIES Bestseller Archer assembles 15 more of the clever stories for which he is known. They are split between tales of trickery, as with "Stuck on You," where an eager young man is played by a diamond thief, and decidedly sentimental stories, such as "Members Only," about a man who wants nothing more than to join a private country club. Archer marks with an asterisk stories that are based on true incidents (10 in this collection), and whether it is the weight of credibility these stories' genesis lends or if the author works better with some starting material, the entirely imagined stories are also the weakest. "Politically Correct" never gets out of the shallows in its attempt to be provocative, and "Better the Devil You Know," with its evil executive making a deal with the devil (aka Mr. De Ath), is silly even for this author, who usually writes with a winningly light touch. Still, Archer's writing exudes a certain charm and is mostly satisfying. His trademark twists-sometimes a surprise to the reader, sometimes not--and genial tone will endear these mostly cozy stories to his many fans.

04. GREAT DESIGNERS OF THE WORLD

By John Pellam INTERIOR DESIGN This Fifth Edition of the popular Great Designers of the World series gives you an insider's eye to some of the most innovative interior design from around the globe. This edition shows you the latest and very best work of leading designers such as Donald Lilly, Perla Lichi, Edward Turentine, Judith Sisler Johnston, Antonio Ventosa and a variety of other leading world-class designers. An index/ contact directory is also provided, making Great Designers of the World your total sourcebook for locating the designer or architect of your choice, as well as an invaluable encyclopaedia of fresh, new design ideas.

SELF IMPROVEMENT Few things in life are more satisfying than beating a rival. We love to win and hate to lose, whether it's on the playing field or at the ballot box, in the office or in the classroom. In this bold new look at human behaviour, award-winning journalist and Olympian Matthew Syed explores the truth about our competitive nature why we win, why we don't, and how we really play the game of life. Bounce reveals how competition the most vivid, primal, and dramatic of human pursuits provides vital insight into many of the most controversial issues of our time, from biology and economics, to psychology and culture, to genetics and race, to sports and politics. Backed by cutting-edge scientific research and case studies, Syed shatters long-held myths about meritocracy, talent, performance, and the mind. He explains why some people thrive under pressure and others choke, and weighs the value of innate ability against that of practice, hard work, and will. From sex to math, from the motivation of children to the culture of big business, Bounce shows how competition provides a master key with which to unlock the mysteries of the world.

06. MINI SHOPAHOLIC

By Sophie Kinsella NOVEL In the latest instalment to the wildly popular Shopaholic series (Shopaholic and Baby; etc.), Rebecca Brandon returns with wilful two-year-old Minnie, who has taken after her mother in her fierce determination and her addiction to luxury brands. When the financial crisis finally hits the Brandon family, Rebecca vows to stop shopping until she's worn everything in her closet at least three times; Luke scrambles for new business directions; and Minnie remains exceptionally difficult. Still, Rebecca wants to throw Luke a surprise birthday bash, but planning it behind his back and on a budget proves almost impossible. As in all previous Shopaholic books, Rebecca is loud and proud about her luxury-brand obsession and equally at ease being a flighty, sometimes annoying lead, though her well-meaning secret birthday mission scores her much-needed points in the sympathy department. Series fans know what to expect and will get it by the load.

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THE BIRTH OF SAUDI’S COMEDY KINGS

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A reflection on a man with many smiles and funny thought provoking ideas guaranteed to have you in stitches every time he steps on stage TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF? Well the name is Thamer Faraj saeed AlHazmi, I am originally from Medina but I live in Jeddah. I’m the oldest of 5 brothers. HOW DID YOU GO ABOUT BECOMING A COMEDIAN? Well I think what triggered it the most is that I attended the very first stand-up comedy show in Jeddah, and I wanted to be on stage instead of being among the crowd. GIVE US A LITTLE BACKGROUND ON HOW YOU STARTED I met with the founder of Smile Productions (Mr. Peter Howarth Lees) as I sent him an E-mail to audition. A week later, we met and I told him my style of comedy and he wanted to see how I can deliver that on stage, so he gave me a spot on the LOL! Comedy Tour. I remember Peter’s reaction after my first stand up comedy performance, he was surprisingly stunned, and from there I built a good relationship with Smile Productions and became one of the local comedians to perform for their events alongside the local & international comedians. I’ve also received praise from international comedian (Sugar Sammy), as I opened for him in Jeddah, and he asked me how many times have I done this, and I told him this is only my 3rd performance. He was amazed how I handled and interacted with the crowd and plainly said “your style of comedy will take you far man, that was impressive and bold!!”. Up to this moment, I’ve done 6 to 7 shows plus private events and it’s been amazing, I’ve opened for Ahmed Ahmed, Maz Jobrani and Sugar Sammy. TELL US ABOUT COMEDY IN SAUDI? It’s a very new, fresh and an accepted window of entertainment. It is less than 3 years old, as in a stand-up comedy event with international comedians arriving to Saudi

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Arabia and performing here and giving the opportunity to local comedians as an opening act, which is a great form of confidence and support. WHAT INSPIRED YOU TO BECOME A COMEDIAN? I think it is sending a message through laughter and expressing your opinion without an aggressive tone, it’s how you view a very controversial or political subject, or even related topics that people will laugh at and welcome the concept of your opinion. At the end stand-up comedy is a public freedom of speech outlet, the only difference between the comedian and the politician is the SMILE. WHERE DOES YOUR MATERIAL COME FROM? Anything I see that is a possible joke or even a potential laugh. My family is a big part in my material. My source also comes from people’s reactions and emotions towards a subject, their opinion, their ideas is my source, so as a comedian I reshape their opinion to deliver it in a sarcastic and ironic manner, not necessarily make fun of, but puzzle their meaning. HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOUR STYLE? I see myself as a Muslim comedian yet a controversial comedian, I like to build my material around subjects that are important yet have divided opinions, which you can deliver both opinions to the crowd and let them decide which one sounds more realistic or acceptable or even stupid. WHAT PROBLEMS HAVE YOU FACED AS A COMEDIAN? AND WHAT DID YOU LEARN FROM IT? Well at the moment I haven’t faced anything dramatic, I’m still in the learning process and just taking it all in. I try positively to learn from mistakes and just win experience. YOUR GREATEST SUCCESS FROM BECOMING A COMEDIAN? I guess to be honest is the success of people laughing at my jokes and interacting with my material, for now my success is a num-

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ber of people know who I am as a comedian, or what kind of style I introduce when I’m on stage, I’m still building up my name and persona to the crowd, so I’m not in a hurry for any success. PEOPLES BIGGEST FEAR IS PUBLIC SPEAKING, DO YOU GET STAGE FRIGHT? I think it’s a normal feeling to witness that, but it’s not something that would stop me from going on stage and telling my jokes. TELL US YOUR GOALS AS A COMEDIAN? Make people laugh basically, but with a message to send that has impact on the audience, there has to be a meaning to your act or style of comedy you present. WHAT IS YOUR NEXT STEP? AND WHAT ARE YOUR FUTURE PLANS? First build my name and start to be recognised at least in the Middle East and work my way up to Europe and the U.S. One of the future plans, is I would love to start up a stand-up comedy club / openmic lounge here in Jeddah. AN INTERESTING EXPERIENCE YOU HAD Being a part of a sport commentary competition on Show Time Network A.K.A Orbit Showtime Network. Not to brag but I took 1st place and went home. How do you spend your free time? Watching football, playing chess, I’m an Xbox geek and I like to read Islamic history. A FINAL MESSAGE TO THE READERS? The Muslim Saudi society has a great deal of amazing young talent in every field not just in comedy. I think this generation already understands the importance and capacity of technology and Media. I’m an optimistic Muslim, and I think my generation will revolutionize the image of Saudi Arabia in the next 10-15 years. HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE FEEDBACK? Sometimes feedback is a great step for you to reshape your material or at least look through another window that has other and surprising ideas.

PROGRAMMES LIKE LA YIKTHAR AND ALLA ALTAYIR ARE RECEIVING MANY VIEWERS WHAT IS YOUR POINT OF VIEW? Well I think it is a great start to show the Saudi public and media that we have creative minds and impressive individuals that can make a massive buzz on the internet and set an impact, and these two gentlemen certainly did. WHEN DO YOU THINK THERE WILL BE A FEMALE COMEDIAN? As soon as a female says she would like to be a comedian and goes up on stage. WHAT SHOULD THE READERS LOOK FORWARD TO? I’m working with a film production company (Egg Dancers Productions) that is creating a documentary about entertainment in Saudi Arabia (Let Me Entertain You). HOW WOULD SOMEONE KNOW THEY ARE CUT OUT TO BE A COMEDIAN The only way to know you are is to stand up and do what you think you’re good at; the first step to success is taking that first step. If you earn success then bow to Allah and keep going. If you fail, and no bones were broken, pride and ego is hurt, but you recover, stand up and live the reality again Muslim!

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BABY

GRAND HOTEL athensâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; antidote to the dreary business hotel

This central Athens hotel has more than a touch of quirky eccentricity. With everything from Mini Coopers in the lobby to graffiti covered walls and masses of white leather and Perspex, Baby Grand Hotel appeals to those looking for something different in the Greek capital. Every room in Baby Grand Hotel is a livable work of art with the walls hand painted by ten international artists. Think fantasy landscape murals of tumbling waterfalls, cartoon comic book characters, strong blocks of primary colours, imitation plants and piped birdsong and you have an idea of what to expect in this creative and edgy hotel. Eat at Meat Me Restaurant, a chic Greek tavern with funky green lamps. Following a delicious steak or burger, head to the spa and have a relaxing swim in the pool or enjoy a steam bath. Each guest room is an individual piece of art. Its graffiti-decorated walls feature mountains, forests, true fairytales and legendary cartoon heroes.

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65, Athinas & Lycourgou Street, 10551 Athens, Greece +302103250900

LOCATION Standing on Athenas street, facing Kotzia Square next to the City Hall and 3 blocks from the metro station, Classical Baby Grand Hotel has the inside track on the city’s vibrant downtown scene: from the colourful stalls at the newly restored 19th century Athens Market to the city’s lively old quarter at Monastiraki. THINGS TO ENJOY Arty rooms, murals, restaurant, spa, pool, steam bath, meeting facilities. Nearby: Monastiraki, Psirri area, the hub of the Athenian nightlife, designer boutiques, the Acropolis, New Acropolis Museum, Theatre of Dionysos, Theatre of Herod Atticus, Temple of Olympian Zeus, Plaka, Lycabettus Hill, The National Gardens, National Archaeological Museum of Athens, Goulandris Museum of Nature, Odeon of Herod Atticus. ROOMS & SUITES Each guestroom of Baby Grand is an individual Piece of Art… Nature, true fairytales, dreamy creatures, and legendary cartoon & comicbook heroes. They all offer marble bathrooms, luxurious amenities, LCD TV, Hifi CD player, individual thermostat controller, mini iPods & iPod docks. ROOM RATES l Singles: From 87 euros l Doubles: From 87 euros l Suites: From 147 euros

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COURCHEVEL CITY WHERE THE SNOW RETREATS

"COURCHEVEL TOURISM PHOTOGRAPHY BY JEROME KELAGOPIAN"

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COURCHEVEL Part of Les Trios valleys the largest linked ski area in the world; Courchevel has built a solid reputation as the winter playground for the world’s rich and famous. Have we mentioned skiing?! Although skiing is what you would normally look forward to when visiting a ski resort this part of the French Alps has an amazing variety of activities that aren’t necessarily snow related.

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LES AIRELLES Described as not the place to be…but the place to live! This mountain style hotel has been a luxury retreat for more than 20 years, although it isn’t located in the center of Courchevel it has a private 24/7 transport service to the center of the village to overcome that obstacle giving you a more peaceful and secluded residence. Don’t miss the authentic meals served at La Table Du Jardin Alpin!

WALL CLIMBING An artificial climbing wall (7 ways up 13m high) is accessible to the public every day from 9am to 5.30pm and 7.30pm to 10pm. Caution! Individual insurance is obligatory! But with private tuition on request this fun challenge will go just fine “fingers crossed”!

LE CAP HORN Your quest for a memorable lunch will lead you definitely to le Cab Horn where the designer ski-wear galore comes to enjoy a fun afternoon enjoying the lovely ambiance & brilliant feasts this institution of fine taste has to offer… Don’t plan on to ski far after lunch.

address: le jardin alpin 73120 tel: +33 4 7900 3838 web: www.airelles.fr

CHEVAL BLANC When your neighbors are Dior and Vuitton you know you are at the center of action! viewed by many as the chicest hotel in the whole les trios valleys jet setters will always feel at place where the best ski brands are available for hire and prepared daily at the foot of the slopes and the Givenchy snow spa “rated best hotel spa in Europe” spoils it’s guest to the most sophisticated treatments address: le jardin alpin 73121 tel: +33 4 7900 5050 web: www.chevalblanc.com

address: maison de la montagne – 73120 courchevel 1850 tel: +33 0 479 01 0366

BUGGY KART CROSSING Enjoy this action packed closed circuit

address: les grandes combes – 73120 courchevel 1550 tel: +33 0 665 51 17 29

THREE VALLEYS AERO CLUB Embrace ultimate freedom and fly away into the stunning views of the French Alps. address: l’altiport – 73120 courchevel 1850 tel: +33.4.79.00.20.64 web: www.aeroclub3vallees.com

HOT AIR BALLOON Hot-air balloon flights at mornings and sunrise would make any morning a lifelong treasured memory. address: le forum – 73120 courchevel 1850 tel: +33 (0) 683 97 53 26 web: www.skivol.com

Address: Bas De La Piste Des Suisses Tel: +33 4 7908 3310

LA SAULIRE A dining experience that you will make sure to re-live every time you return to Courchevel , with good food and a staff determined to make sure all its guests enjoys a pleasant evening. address: place du rocher tel: +33 4 7908 0752

LE BATEAU IVRE Rated a 2 Michelin star this is where you go for top gastronomy and outstanding service. Address: Rue Des Chenus Tel: +33 4 7908 3872

LE BISTROT DE LA MANGEOIRE For fun, good music and a friendly crowd this is good spot to have dinner. address: rue park city tel: +33 4 7908 0685

FOOD & RESTAURANT.REVIEW

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IL PORTO The Ancient Greeks covered their bread with oils, herbs and cheese. The Romans developed placenta, topped with cheese, honey and flavored with bay leaves. Modern pizza originated in Italy as the Neapolitan pie with tomatoes. Il Porto got its inspiration from the wonderful setting of the red sea, with its ‘Il Porto’ pizza

topped with fresh calamari, shrimp, octopus, salmon, zucchini, eggplant and mussels. Once you enter the trattoria, the first thing that hits you is the authentic smell of Italy, not to mention that you are received in this cozy and warm pizzeria by a modest but elegant salad bar in the center. The Salad bar here is very much worth mentioning as Il Porto has offered 6 different special salads that are main meals in their own right such as Salmon roll, arabisca, Pesto falfarli, chicken and potato, roca and lemon, not forgetting the sea food salad. Il Porto takes the best of pizza traditions from the authentic and contemporary Italy alike, to create this wonder in the heart of one of Jeddah’s finest locations. Classic flavors and ingredients are all used in the 12 varieties of pizzas on offer, fresh mozzarella cheese and grilled Halloumi, all coming together in inspired traditional ways. Alongside the menu, Il Porto has also promised a weekly specials board. The Pizzeria itself has an indoor as well as an all year round air conditioned outdoor area, however the olive oil in both sections differ, as the indoor olive oil is home made, and the outdoor is heat resistant. No food experience is complete without a long list of deserts, Il Porto certainly does not fail as the list includes a traditional Tiramisu, caramel panacotta, chocolate fondant, chocolate mou, Italian cassata or you could just indulge with mini flirts that includes a selection of the deserts on offer. DJ Bob Howayek has produced a special music list that guarantees never hearing the same track any time in the week. With such a warm atmosphere, you aren’t to blame if you thought that the dear Italian old pizzeria lady is going to step out at any moment and ask you how you’re enjoying your meal. There is no doubt that this will be a staple in Jeddah’s fine restaurant scene.

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OLIVE AND ITS PARTNERS the finer things in culinary

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“Oliviers&Co has established itself as the benchmark for exceptional olive oils and is a leader in Mediterranean culinary creations. Oliviers&Co is a label of excellence, they do not simply harvest flawless olives, for a wonderful taste they harvest the olive at three quarters of its physical maturity which is the finest producer’s secret.” 2010 Oliviers&Co. catalogue. In the village of Mane two men began a journey around a common passion the Olive tree and Oliviers&Co. was born in 1996. Now covering 16 countries and with more than 90 global boutiques, Olives and its oil are finally treated as such of their value. The boutiques sell over 200 different items coming from natural recourses. Olives and its oil, vinegar, balsamic, pastas, sauces, olive pastes, cosmetics and kitchen accessories; that’s what you expect to find, but they are distinguished from others in such that you can find so many different flavours and ingredients coming from one category “Olive”. In our religious culture; Olive oil is considered as an ointment and is largely used in traditional medicine and was used as fuel in lanterns. Now-a-days and in addition to what is mentioned olives and its oil are being used as a healthy and delicious topping on fool and salad dishes. This perfect taste and the varieties olive and its oil provide makes it more and more the preferred appetizer additive dish. HAVING THEIR OWN CLASSIFICATION, OLIVIERS &CO. CATEGORIZES OLIVE OIL AS THE FOLLOWING: • The rarest: Grand Cru Exceptional • Terroirs of superior quality: Grand Cru • The premier crus • The second crus But the list does not stop here Oliviers &Co. went furthermore by collaborating with 20 Great Chefs to contribute their artistry to create many exclusive recipes within these categories the cooked olive pastes, the vegetable collection and the seafood recipes

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A special variation to olive oils like Mint specialty, green lemon and chilli pepper that are unique to Oliviers&Co. With these specialties and more they went beyond the traditional tastes by mixing Eastern and Mediterranean flavours together. Oliviers&Co has many wonderful creations from the rarest of products. One visit to the store can pleasure and tease your senses with the aromatic smells of these different kinds of oils, which you will not find in this article, and join the Great Chefs around the world that crowned Oliviers&Co. by using their products to bring a slice of fantasy to your kitchen. Finally … it is olives … it is peace. www.olivier-co.com Stars Avenue, TEL:02 275 4727

Thought to be the oldest olive tree in the world is at the village of Vouves in the island of Crete in Greece. The age of the tree is considered between 3000 to 5000 years and the perimeter of the trunk is 12m.

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EMIRATES Tahlia St. , Sirafi Mega Mall 920000176 08:30 AM - 06:30 PM emirates.com

NATIONAL AIR SERVICES (NAS) Al-Rouwais Dist. 92000 1234 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM flynas.com

AIR FRANCE Al-Medina Rd. 02 6532452 08:30 AM - 06:30 PM airfrance.com AIR INDIA Al-Madinah Rd. 02 2633006 09:00 AM - 01:30 PM 05:00 PM - 08:00 PM airindia.com AIRPORT INFORMATION Air Port 02 6855526 24hrs AMERICAN AIRLINES Al-Madina Center 02 6651333 09:00 AM – 01:30 PM 05:00 PM – 08:30 PM aa.com AUSTRALIAN AIRWAYS Al-Rouwais Dist. 02 6657846 08:30 AM - 06:30 PM qantas.com.au BAHRAIN AIR Al-Nakheel Centre 02 6655652 08:00 AM - 12:30 PM 05:00 PM - 08:00 PM bahrainair.net BRITISH AIRWAYS Al-Madina Rd. 02 6693464 09:00 AM - 01:30 PM 04:30 PM - 08:00 PM britishairways.com

ETHIOPIAN AIRLINES Adham Commercial Center 02 6524112 09:00 AM - 01:00 PM 05:00 PM - 08:00 PM ethiopianairlines.com ETIHAD AIRWAYS Al-Madina Rd. 02 6640024 09:00 AM - 01:30 PM 05:00 PM - 08:30 PM etihadairways.com GULF AIR Al-Nakheel Center 02 6532647 09:00 AM - 01:00 PM 04:30 PM - 08:30 PM gulfair.com IRANIAN AIRLINES Al-Nakheel Center 02 6646449 09:00 AM - 01:00 PM 05:00 PM - 08:30 PM iranair.nl

OMAN AIR Al-Madina Rd. 02 6577979 09:00 AM – 06:00 PM omanair.com QATAR AIRWAYS Al-Madina Rd. 02 6679911 09:00 AM – 06:00 PM qatarairways.com ROYAL JORDANIAN Al-Madina Center 02 6652195 09:00 AM - 01:30 PM 05:00 PM – 08:00 PM rj.com ROYAL AIR MAROC Al-Hayat Plaza 02 6502222 08:00 AM - 12:30 PM 05:00 PM - 08:00 PM royalairmaroc.com SAUDI AIRLINE BOOKING Al-Nakheel Center 9200 22222 08:00 AM - 12:00 AM saudiairlines.com

SINGAPORE AIRLINES Al-Mohamadiah Plaza 02 6654822 08:30 AM - 07:00 PM singaporeair.com SWISS AIR Al-Madina Rd. 02 6514000 08:30 AM - 06:00 PM swiss.com TUNIS AIR Adham Center 02 6530881 08:30 AM - 06:00 PM tunisair.com TURKISH AIRLINES Al-Madina Rd. 02 6600127 09:00 AM - 01:30 PM 05:00 PM – 08:00 PM turkishairlines.com VIP LOUNGE K.A.I.A. The Airport 02 6841701 24hrs

BANKS AL-INMA BANK 800 120 8000 09:30 AM - 04:30 PM alinma.com AL-RAJHI BANK 800 1246666 09:30 AM - 04:30 PM alrajhibank.com.sa ARAB NATIONAL BANK 800 1244040 09:30 AM - 04:30 PM anb.com.sa BANK AL-BILAD 800 1230000 09:30 AM - 04:30 PM bankalbilad.com.sa BANK AL-JAZEERA 800 2440505 09:30 AM - 04:30 PM baj.com.sa

EMIRATES BANK 800 7547777 09:30 AM - 04:30 PM emiratesbank.com.sa NCB 800 2443333 09:30 AM - 04:30 PM alahli.com RIYADH BANK 800 124 2225 09:30 AM - 04:30 PM riyadbank.com SABB 800 1248888 09:30 AM - 04:30 PM sabb.com SAMBA BANK 800 1242000 09:30 AM - 04:30 PM samba.com SAUDI FRENCH BANK 800 1242121 09:30 AM - 04:30 PM alfransi.com SAUDI HOLLAND BANK 800 1243000 09:30 AM - 04:30 PM shb.com.sa SAUDI INVESTMENT 800 1248000 09:30 AM - 04:30 PM saib.com.sa

AVIS Al-Madina Rd. 02 6500011 09:00 AM - 12:30 PM 05:00 PM - 09:30 PM BEST Al-Madina Rd. 02 2571376 08:00 AM - 11:00 PM BUDGET Al-Salama Dist. 02 6650547 09:00 AM - 02:00 PM 05:00 PM - 10:00 PM DALEEL Al-Madina Rd. 02 6645452 09:30 AM - 10:30 PM DISCOVERY Al-Rouwais Dist. 02 6614356 09:30 AM - 10:30 PM DRIVE RENT A CAR Al-Madina Rd. 02 6692496 09:00 AM - 11:00 PM FERNAS Mushrifah Dist. 02 6761446 09:30 AM - 10:30 PM FORMULA Al-Madina Rd. 02 6621213 08:00 AM - 12:00 AM

CAR RENTAL

HERTZ Al-Madina Rd. 02 2567186 08:00 AM - 11:00 PM

AL AMER Al-Andalus Dist. 02 6755540 09:00 AM - 12:30 PM 05:00 PM - 09:30 PM

HOT CAR Al-Salama Dist. 02 6822424 09:00 AM - 12:30 PM 05:00 PM - 09:30 PM

AL-MOFTAH Al-Madina Rd. 02 6525734 09:30 AM - 10:30 PM

NAJM FOR RENT A CAR Al-Salama Dist. 02 2579000 09:00 AM - 11:00 PM

AL-YAMM Al-Corniche 02 2571999 09:00 AM - 11:00 PM

THEEB Al-Tahlia St. 02 6760043 09:00 AM - 11:00 PM

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VISA Al-Madina Rd. 02 6622779 09:00 AM - 11:00 PM

DIRECTORY

SAUDI CITY King’s Rd. 02 6820030 SHARBATLY VILLAGE Al-Arbaeen St. 02 6910828

COMPOUNDS

LEBANON Al-Hamra Dist. 02 6610788 08:00 AM - 03:00 PM MALAYSIA Mushrifah Dist. 02 6727740 08:00 AM - 02:30 PM

CONSULATES

NIGERIA Palestine St. 02 6716865 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

AL-BASATEEN VILLAGE Mohammadiyah Dist. 02 6944015

CANADA Sharafiyah Dist. 02 6530597 08:30 AM - 12:00 PM

OMAN Hera St. 02 6079278 09:00 AM - 03:00 PM

AL-HAJERAIN COMPOUND Open Museum St. 02 6943435

CHINA Salama Dist. 02 6605113 08:30 AM - 12:00 PM

PALESTINE Al-Bawadi Dist. 02 6985599 08:00 AM - 03:00 PM

EGYPT Al-Rawda Dist. 02 6605205 09:00 AM - 02:00 PM

QATAR Al-Shate'e Dist. 02 6594777 08:00 AM - 12:00 PM

FRANCE Al-Hamra Dist. 02 6681550 08:00 AM - 03:30 PM

RUSSIA Al-Andalus St. 02 6659255 08:00 AM - 12:00 PM

ELITE 2 AL-Rawdah Dist. 02 6681111

GREECE Al-Andalus Rd. 02 6674064 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM

SINGAPORE Al-Naeem Dist. 02 6073980 08:00 AM - 03:30 PM

GARDEN CITY COMPOUND Al-Madina Rd. 02 6607590

INDIA AL-Madina Rd. 02 6520112 08:30 AM - 05:00 PM

SOUTH AFRICA Al-khaldia Dist. 02 6060299 08:00 PM - 04:00 PM

IRAN Arafat St. 02 6611558 08:00 AM - 03:30 PM

SWITZERLAND Al-Madina Rd. 02 6510772 07:30 AM - 02:30 PM

ITALY Rouwais Dist. 02 6421451 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Appointment Required

TURKEY Arafat St. 02 6601607 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM

AL-ANDALUS LUXURY VILLAGE Al-Tahlia St. 02 6695154

ARABIAN HOMES Al-Salama Dist. 02 6822201 BELLEVIEW Al-Amal St. 02 6547666 ELITE 1 AL-Rawdah Dist. 02 6610930

LOTUS P. Sultan St. 02 6548808 MURA BUSTAN Al-Madina Rd. 02 6910041 NEJOUD COMPOUND Al-Hamra Dist. 02 6645423 NUEVA ANDOLUSIA COMPOUND Sari St. 02 6823434 REEM COMPOUND Al-Salamah Dist. 02 6829196

JAPAN Rouwais Dist. 02 6670676 09:00 AM - 02:00 PM

UK VISA King’s Abdullah Rd. 02 6143840 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM UNITED ARAB EMIRATES Al-Sharafya Dist. 02 6515436 08:00 AM - 02:00 PM

USA Palestine St. 02 6670080 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

COURIER SERVICES ARAMEX 02 6910000 08:00 AM -10:30 PM aramex.com CLEX 92000 9191 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM citylimitsexpress.com DHL 800 3450000 08:00 AM - 11:00 PM choose.dhl.com/sa FEDEX 02 6839999 07:00 AM - 12:00 AM fedex.com/sa TNT 800 2442222 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM tnt.com UPS 02 6392393 08:00 AM - 10:00 PM ups.com

IVORY DENTAL CLINIC Palestine St. 02 6677880 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM

DREAM DIVERS King’s Road 02 2150018 09:00 AM - 11:00 PM

JEWEL CLINIC Al-Rawda St. 02 2631733 09:00 AM - 01:00 PM 05:00 PM - 10:00 PM

RED SEA DIVERS Abdulrahman AlTubaishi St. 02 6606368 09:00 AM - 11:00 PM

PEARL DENTAL CENTER Hira'a St. 02 6073030 09:30 AM - 01:00 PM 05:00 PM - 09:30 PM

RED SEA MARINA North Obhur Rd. 02 6562320 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM

REEM CLINIC King’s Abdullah Rd. 02 6630562 09:30 AM - 01:00 PM 05:00 PM - 09:30 PM RETAL CLINIC Jeddah corniche 02 6520799 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM SAMAYA Bin Humran Building 02 2840008 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM STAR'S SMILE DENTAL CLINIC Palestine St. 02 6645554 09:00 AM - 01:00 PM 05:00 PM - 10:00 PM

DIVING CENTERS

DENTAL CLINICS

AL-NAKHEEL BEACH North Obhur Rd. 02 6561176 08:00 AM - 11:00 PM

DENTALIA Bin Humran Building 02 2840444 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM

BLUE REEF DIVERS Abdulrahman AlTubaishi St. 02 6613931 09:00 AM - 11:00 PM

DR. HANA'A JAMJOUM CLINIC Al-Badriah Towers 02-6064444 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM

DESERT SEA DIVERS North Obhur Rd. 02 6561807 10:00 AM - 08:00 PM

THE ARAB CIRCUMNAVIGATION Abdulrahman AlTubaishi St. 02 6608224 09:00 AM - 10:00 PM

DOCTORS DR. ADEL TURKEY (Surgeon) Al-Nakhiel Center 02 6600323 DR. EBRAHEM MASOUD (Dentist) Reem Clinic 02 6646099 DR. OBAJE (Cosmetologist) Obaje Center 02 6614000 DR. SAMEER ABAS (Gynecologist) Dr. Sameer Abas Center 02 6530000 DR.ESAM HASHIM (Pediatrician) Al-Badrya Towers 02 6060100 DR.MOHAMMAD GAZAZ (Dermatologist) Al-Nakhiel Center 02 6610712

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DIRECTORY

EMERGENCY

FASHION

AL-HATIF SERVICE CENTER 907 stc.com.sa

ARMANI JEANS Coral Mall 02 6607305 09.30 AM - 12.30 PM 05:00 PM - 11:00 PM

AMBULANCE 997 srcs.org.sa CIVIL DEFENSE 998 998.gov.sa DIRECTORY 905 yellowpages.stc.com.sa ELECTRIC COMPANY 02 6322530 933 se.com.sa HIGH WAY PATROL 996 POLICE 999 TRAFFIC POLICE 993 rt.gov.sa WATER COMPANY 02 6711550 939 nwc.com.sa

ENTERTAINMENT AL-SHALLAL THEME PARK Jeddah Corniche 02 6063993 BOWLING CITY Al-Tahlia St. 02 6690800 IN 10 SO Serafi Mega Mall 02 2844992 in10so.com

DOLCE & GABBANA Al-Khayat Center 02 6653219 09:30 AM - 12:30 PM 05:00 PM - 10:30 PM

GIORGIO ARMANI (LADIES ONLY) Al-Khayat Center 02 6640703 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM 04:30 PM - 11:00 PM

NAWAL BOUTIQUE Al-Rawdah St. 02 6606502 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM 05:00 PM - 10:00 PM

RUBAIYAT MEN'S BOUTIQUE Coral Mall 02 6608649 09:30 AM - 12:30 PM 05:00 PM - 11:00 PM

EMPORIO ARMANI Al-Khayat Center 02 6694700 Ext. 102 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM 05:00 PM - 10:30 PM

JADE Roshana Mall 02 2635070 Arafat St. 02 6688961 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM 05:00 PM - 10:00 PM

OPTIFASHION BY RUBAIYAT Al-Basateen Center 02 2632440 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM 05:00 PM - 10:00 PM

RUBAIYAT MEN (NEW LOOK JEANS) Al-Tahlia St. 02 6640911 09:30 AM - 12:30 PM 04:30 PM - 11:00 PM

AZURE - THOUB DESIGNER P. Sultan St. 02 6921773 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM 05:00 PM - 10:30 PM

EMPORIO ARMANI (LADIES ONLY) Al-Khayat Center 02 6655983 10:30 AM - 01:00 PM 05:00 PM - 10:00 PM

BEACH & BEYOND Coral Mall 02 6601902 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM 05:00 PM - 11:00 PM

ERMENEGILDO ZEGNA Al-Tahlia St. 02 6610949 09:30 AM - 12:30 PM 04:30 PM - 11:00 PM

CAMPER Red Sea Mall 02 22150341 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM 05:00 PM - 11:00 PM

ESCAPE MEN Al-Tahlia Boutique 02 2831394 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM 05:00 PM - 10:30 PM

CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Al-Khayat Center 02 2610304 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM 05:00 PM - 11:00 PM

EYE 2 EYE Al-Sawary Mall 02 6924565 Jeddah Mall 02 6645904 Al-Tahlia Boutique 02 6638085 Iceland 02 6626119 Al-Tahlia Center 02 2635026 10:00 AM - 01:30 PM 05:00 PM - 11:00 PM

CUGINI Al-Rawdah St. 02 6612099 10:00 AM - 01:30 PM 05:00 PM - 10:30 PM DKNY Al-Tahlia Boutique 02 6658013 10:30 AM - 01:00 PM 05:00 PM - 10:00 PM DKNY Al-Khayat Center 02 6695168 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM 05:00 PM - 11:00 PM DKNY JEANS Al-Badryah Center 02 6063887 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM 05:00 PM - 10:30 PM

FAITH Star's Avenue Mall 02 2754569 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM 05:00 PM - 11:00 PM GUCCI Al-Khayat Center 02 6687034 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM 05:00 PM - 10:30 PM GIORGIO ARMANI Al-Khayat Center 02 6603885 09:30 AM - 12:30 PM 04:30 PM - 11:00 PM

LANVIN Al-Tahlia St. 02 6612812 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM 05:00 PM - 10:30 PM LIBRA BOUTIQUE Le Chateau 02 2611063 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM 05:00 PM - 10:30 PM LIFE STORE Al-Rawdah St. 02 2842466 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM 05:00 PM - 10:30 PM LO SPAZIO L' Etoile Mall 02 6925580 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM 05:00 PM - 11:00 PM

PLUS IT Le Mall 02 2635330 09:30 AM - 12:30 PM 05:00 PM - 10:30 PM POLANTI Red Sea Mall 02 2151005 10:00 AM - 01:30 PM 05:00 PM - 11:00 PM POLO RALPH LAUREN Al-Tahlia St. 02 6607906 10:00 AM - 01:30 PM 05:00 PM - 10:30 PM RUBAIYAT CHILDREN'S Fashion Al-Basateen Center 02 6676248 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM 05:00 PM - 10:30 PM

LOMAR THOBES L' Etoile Mall 02 2631755 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM 05:00 PM - 11:00 PM

RUBAIYAT CHILDREN'S Fashion Lu Chateau 02 6211120 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM 05:00 PM - 10:30 PM

M. M. ALESAYIE Al-tahlia St. 02 6646644 10:00 AM - 01:30 PM 05:00 PM - 11:00 PM

RUBAIYAT LADIES FASHION (Ladies Only) Al-Khayat Center 02 6610630 09:30 AM - 01:00 PM 05:00 PM - 09:00 PM

MAS Al-Rawdah St. 02 6686111 05:00 PM - 11:00 PM MAYASS Ana Special Mall 02 6649188 10:00 AM - 01:30 PM 05:00 PM - 11:00 PM

RUBAIYAT LADIES (NEW LOOK JEANS) Al-Tahlia Center 02 2635003 09:30 AM - 12:30 PM 05:00 PM - 11:00 PM RUBAIYAT MEN'S BOUTIQUE L' Etoile Mall 02 6925086 09:30 AM - 12:30 PM 05:00 PM - 11:00 PM

SID Roshana Mall 02 2634782 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM 05:00 PM - 11:00 PM SONIA RYKIEL Lu Chateau 02 2611121 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM 05:00 PM - 10:30 PM SUITE 966 Al-Badryah Tower 02 6928323 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM 05:00 PM - 10:00 PM THE LIFT Al-Rawdah St. 800 124 7775 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM 05:00 PM - 10:30 PM WED BOGARI Al-Khayat Center 2 05 04634001 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM 05:00 PM - 10:00 PM JASMINE BOX Al-Rawdah St. 02 6685533 10:00 AM - 01:30 PM 05:00 PM - 10:00 PM

GYMS & HEALTH CENTERS AL-BEDAYA CENTER (WOMEN'S HEALTH CENTER) Al-Rawda - P. Sultan St. 02 6655225 ext. 123 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM

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E - SPA CLUB (WOMEN) Altahliya St,. 02 2632093 09:00 AM – 09:00 PM FITNESS TIME GYM Al-Muhamdya Dist. 02 6226369 10:00 AM -12:00 AM FITNESS TIME GYM Al-Nahdah Dist. 02 6996121 10:00 AM -12:00 AM FITNESS TIME GYM Al-Naeem Dist. 02 6285683 10:00 AM -12:00 AM GOLD'S GYM Al-Zahra'a Dist. – AlBatarji St. 02 6912077 King's Rd. 02 2753942 07:00 AM - 01:00 AM GOLD'S GYM EASY Al-Tahlia st. 02 6684807 Palestine St. 02 6608949 07:00 AM - 01:00 AM GRAND KAI GYM Al-Tahlia St. - Serafi Mega Mall 02 6694466 07:00 AM - 12:00 AM HILTONIA GYM Jeddah Corniche - Hilton Hotel 02 6590000 07:00 AM - 12:00 AM POWER INN GYM Tahlia St. - Tujar Jeddah 02 6061516 09:00 AM - 10:00 PM SAUDI CHINESE CENTER (FOR ACUPUNCTURE TREATMENT) Hira'a - P. Sultan St. 02 2750001 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM 04:00 PM - 09:00 PM SHAMEL GYM Al-Hamra Dist. - Afarat St. 02 6634355 09:00 AM - 09:00 PM

DIRECTORY

SULIMAN FAQEEH GYM Dr. Suliman Faqeeh Hospital 02 6655000 ext.1501 09:00 AM - 11:00 PM

NEW JEDDAH NATIONAL Al-Madina Rd. 02 6675000 jeddahnationalhospital. com

Z CLUB Al-Tahlia St. 02 6690204 08:00 AM - 12:00 AM

SAUDI GERMAN Al-Barjee St. 02 6829000 sghgroup.com

HOSPITALS

HOTELS

AL-MAGHRABY P. Sultan St . 02 6165500 magrabihospitals.com

AL-BILAD Jeddah Corniche 02 6944777 albiladhotel.net

BUGSHAN Al-Tahlia St. 02 6691222

CASABLANCA Al-Madina Rd. 02 6827771 casablanca-ksa.com

DR. ABDULRAHMAN BAKHASH AL-Sharafiyah Dist. 02 6510666 drbakhsh.com DR. ARFAN & BAGADO King's Fahad Rd. 02 6820022 erfan-bagedo.com DR. SOLIMAN FAKEEH Palestine St. 02 6671451 dsfh.med.sa GNP P. Sultan St. 02 6823200 gnp.com.sa IMC Hail St. 02 6509000 imc.med.sa KING FAHAD HOSPITAL Al-Hamra Dist. 02 6606111 kfgh.net KING FAISAL SPECIALIST Al-Rawdah St. 02 6677777 kfshrcj.org

CROWN PLAZA Al-Hamra Dist. 02 6611000 crowneplaza.com ELAF HOTEL King’s Rd. 02 2150525 elafgroup.com HABITAT Al-Madina Rd. 02 2578800 habitathotel.com.sa HILTON JEDDAH Jeddah Corniche 02 6590000 www1.hilton.com

MARRIOTT Palestine Rd. 02 6714000 marriott.com MOVENPICK Al-Madina Rd. 02 6676655 moevenpick-hotels.com PARK HYATT Jeddah Corniche 02 2639666 jeddah.park.hyatt.com QASR AL-SHARQ Jeddah Corniche 02 6599999 qasralsharqjeddah.com RADISSON SAS Al-Madina Rd. 02 6521234 radissonblu.com/hoteljeddah ROSEWOOD HOTEL Jeddah Corniche 02 2570967 hotelcorniche.com SANDS Al-Tahlia St. 02 6692020 sandsjeddah.com SHERATON JEDDAH Jeddah Corniche 02 6992212 starwoodhotels.com/ sheraton WESTIN JEDDAH Jeddah Corniche 02 6588200 starwoodhotels.com/ westin

INTERCONTINENTAL Al-Hamra 02 6611800 intercontinental.com JEDDAH ORCHID Al-Madina Rd. 02 6070777 LE MERIDIEN Al-Madina Rd. 02 6633333 starwoodhotels.com/ lemeridien

MINISTRY OF INTERIOR 02 6684000 moi.gov.sa MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE 02 6210166 moa.gov.sa MINISTRY OF CIVIL SERVICES 02 6604000 mcs.gov.sa MINISTRY OF RELIGIOUS ENDOWMENTS AND ISLAMIC AFFAIRS 02 6191134 al-islam.com MINISTRY OF PETROLEUM & MINERAL RESOURCES 02 6674800 mopm.gov.sa MINISTRY OF ECONOMY AND PLANNING 02 6651366 mep.gov.sa MINISTRY OF CULTURE AND INFORMATION 02 6514060 info.gov.sa MINISTRY OF EDUCATION 02 6670828 moe.gov.sa MINISTRY OF FINANCE 02 6100000 mof.gov.sa MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS 02 6047000 mofa.gov.sa MINISTRY OF HEALTH 02 6970006 moh.gov.sa MINISTRY OF LABOR 02 6311730 mol.gov.sa

MINISTRIES MINISTRY OF COMMERCE 02 6576653 commerce.gov.sa MINISTRY OF HIGHER EDUCATION 02 6631707 mohe.gov.sa

MINISTRY OF PILGRIMS 02 6655811 hajinformation.com MINISTRY OF SAUDI JUSTICE 02 6736424 moj.gov.sa MINISTRY OF TRANSPORT 02 6731295 mot.gov.sa

MINISTRY OF WATER AND ELECTRICITY 02 6725349/8004411110 mowe.gov.sa

MUSEUMS & GALLERIES ABDUL RAUF HASAN KHALIL MUSEUM King Fahad St. 02 6830049 08:00 AM - 12:00 PM 05:00 PM - 09:00 PM AL-ALAMYA GALLERY Al-Hamra Dist. 02 6635107 10:00 AM - 02:00 PM 05:00 PM - 10:00 PM ARABESQUE Al-Rowais Dist. 02 6687973 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM 05:00 PM - 10:00 PM ATHR GALLERY Serafi Mega Mall 02 2845009 09:00 AM - 09:00 PM CREATIVE ART CENTER Palestine St. 02 6690453 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM 05:00 PM - 10:00 PM CULTURE AND ART ASSOCIATION Mushrifa Dist. 02 6713350 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM 05:00 PM - 09:00 PM DAR SAFYA BEN ZAGER King Abdullah Rd. 02 6571030 10:30 AM - 01:30 PM 06:00 PM - 09:00 PM JEDDAH ATELIER Al-Tahlia St. 02 6530812 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM 05:00 PM - 10:00 PM

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DIRECTORY

MUSEUM OF ART HOME Palestine St. 02 6658487 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM 05:00 PM - 10:00 PM ROSHAN GALLERY Al-Tahlia St. 02 6655630 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM 05:00 PM - 10:00 PM SAUDI ART CENTER Al-Hamra Dist. 02 6633369 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM 05:00 PM - 08:00 PM

RESORTS & MARINAS AL-CRYSTAL Ubhur 02 6568888 AL-MURJAN Ubhur 02 6560666 AL-NAKHEEL MAKARIM VILLAGE Ubhur 02 6562101 AL-REMAL Ubhur 02 6561880 AL-SALHIAH Ubhur 02 6561900 CORAL BEACH Ubhur 02 6560702 DIVING VILLAGE Ubhur 02 6561980

JEDDAH YACHTS Ubhur 02 6560005 LA PHONTEN Ubhur 02 6573060 MARSSA AL-AHLAM Ubhur 02 2340417 MARSSA JEDDAH Ubhur 02 6562101 MOVENPICK Jeddah Cornich 02 6555550 QAMAR MAKARIM RESORT Ubhur 02 6562655 RED SEA Ubhur 02 6562320 SAMACO Ubhur 02 6691588 SHERATON Ubhur 02 2342264 VENICE Ubhur 02 6560000

RESTAURANTS SEA VIEW SHEESHA OUTDOOR TABLES WIFI DELIVERY

DURAT AL-AROOS Ubhur 02 6180000 FAL Ubhur 02 6560033

AMERICAN

APPLEBEE’S Al-Andalus Rd. 02 6610012 P. Sultan St. 02 6946180 Red Sea Mall 02 2151055 01:00 PM - 01:00 AM CHILI'S Al-Andlus Rd. 02 6634760 11:00 AM - 01:00 AM

RUBY TUESDAY Al-Andlus Rd. 02-6907271 P. Sultan St. 02 6501999 11:00 AM - 01:00 AM STEAK HOUSE King's Rd. 02 6829955 Al-Tahlia St. 02 6641515 Red Sea Mall 02-2151200 01:00 PM - 01:00 AM

CHAINA GATE Al-Rawda star 02 6670672 01:00 PM - 12:00 AM

THE SHOGUN LOUNGE P. Sultan St. 02 6062288 01:30 PM - 01:00 AM

GINZA I CHOME Rosewood Hotel 02 2578888 ext. 8935 05:30 PM - 02:00 AM

TOKI King's Road 02 6060606 01:00 PM - 05:00 PM 08:00 PM - 12:00 AM

GULF ROYAL Al-Rawda St. 02 6653335 01:00 PM - 12:00 AM

FUDDRUCKERS Al-Andalus Rd. 02 6686330 Roshan Mall 02-6992467 08:00 AM - 02:00 AM

TEX MEX HOUSE Sultan Mall 02 2758905 01:00 PM - 12:00 AM

LE JAPONAIS Westin Hotel 02 6588200 01:00 PM - 12:30 AM

JOE’S DINER Al-Rawda St. 92000 5637 01:00 PM - 02:00 AM

TGI FRIDAY'S Al-Andlus Rd. 02 6529330 11:00 AM - 01:00 AM

NOODLES Rosewood Hotel 02 2578888 ext. 8930 12:00 PM - 12:00 AM

JOLLIBEE Al-Khalideya Dist. 02 6984043 09:00 AM - 01:00 AM

THE TEXAN Meridien Hotel 02 6633333 07:00 PM - 12:30 AM

OHAYO Al-Kayal St. 02 6836789 01:00 PM - 12:00 AM

JUICY BURGER Arafat S. 02 6673573 01:00 PM - 01:00 AM

TONI ROMA'S Arab Mall 02 6123534 01:00 PM - 01:00 AM

OSAKA Al-Rawda at. 02 6645956 01:00 PM - 01:00 AM

MANHATTAN Hiton Hotel 02 6590000 04:00 PM - 01:00 AM

UNO CHICAGO GRILL P. Sultan St. 02 6221320 11:00 AM - 12:00 Am

SUSHI YOSHI Al-Corniche 02 6997854 Al-Rawda Star 02 2616734 01:00 PM - 12:30 AM

ON THE BORDER Al-Andalus Rd. 02 2150841 Red Sea Mall 02 2906750 11:30 AM - 12:00 AM

ASIAN BENIHANA Al Hamra 02 6692020 01:00 PM - 12:00 AM

TAMPURA Sari St. 02 6392468 01:00 PM - 12:30 AM THAI THAI P. Sultan St. 02 6913808 01:30 PM - 01:00 AM

WAKAME Al-Rawda St. 02 6682003 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM 07:00 PM - 12:00 AM XIAN GONG Sheraton Hotel 02 6992212 01:00 PM – 04:00 PM 07:00 PM – 01:00 AM

BAKERIES & SWEETS AL-EMAD P.Sultan St. 02 2575268 07:00 AM - 12:00 AM AL-MAHAWAI Sari St. 02 2575739 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM AL-SALEHYA Al-Murjan Dist. 02 6973281 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM AL-SAMADI Al-Rawdah Dist. 02 6642424 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM

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AL-ZAWAQ Palestine St. 02 6605061 09:00 AM - 10:30 PM ATAYIB Al-Rawda St. 02 6642150 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM

DIRECTORY

PIE SWEET PIE Al-Cornich 02 6066156 10:00 AM – 02:00 PM 05:00 PM -11:00 PM THE CHEESE CAKE FACTORY AL-TAHLIA ST. 02 6690895 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM

BAKERIES HOUSE Al-Salama Dist. 02 6822492 09:00 AM - 12:00 AM CARAMEL Al-Rawda St. 02 6688527 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM DACTYLIFERA P.Sultan St. 920008182 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM EDIBLE ARRANGEMENTS Al-Batarji St. 02 6927878 Corniche Road, Gazaz Center 02 6616444 12:00 PM - 01:00 AM HELEN'S BAKERY Al-Kayal St. 02 6977729 09:30 AM - 11:00 PM MUNCH Arafat St. 02 6605010 10:00 AM – 02:00 PM 05:00 PM – 11:00 PM SA'AD AL-DEEN Sari St. 02 2573333 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM

CAFES & LOUNGES ANDALUSIA P. Sultan St. 02 6063210 09:00 AM - 01:00 AM AROMSHI P. Sultan St. 02 6066668 08:00 AM - 01:00 AM ATRIUM CAFÉ Marriot Hotel 02 6714000 06:00 AM - 12:00 AM BARNIE'S Al-Tahlia St. 02 6696201 09:00 AM - 01:00 AM BASKIN ROBBINS CAFÉ Al-Tahlia St. 02 6067527 08:30 AM - 02:00 AM BLUE DAIMOND CAFÉ Al-Rawda Star 02 6605310 08:00 AM - 01:30 AM CAFFE AROMA Al-Hamra Dist. 02 6605160 09:00 AM - 01:00 AM

CAPPUCCINO GRAND CAFÉ Al-Hamra Dist. 02 2891009 08:00 AM - 01:00 AM

DIWANYAH CAFÉ Al-Sawari Mall 02 6988888 ext.111 10:30 AM - 01:30 AM

RUBY'S LOUNGE Al-Andlus Rd. 02 6501999 01:00 PM - 02:00 AM

CAST & CREW Al-Rawda Star 02 2616770 08:00 AM - 01:30 AM

EL-SHURFA Hilton Hotel 02 6599999 07:30 AM - 01:00 AM

SUNSET CAFÉ Westin Hotel 02 6588200 05:00 PM - 02:00 AM HSW

CHAI & BA Al-Rawda St. 02 6642084 02:00 PM - 11:30 PM

FRATELLI LOUNGE P. Sultan St. 02 6907217 09:00 AM - 12:00 AM

CHE CHE P. Sultan St. 02 6223091 09:00 AM - 02:00 AM

HARLEY CAFÉ Al-Tahlia St. 02 6651010 09:00 AM - 1:00 AM

CILANTRO CAFÉ Lu Château 02 2611191 08:00 AM - 01:00 AM

JOFFREY’S Jeddah Mall 02 6677234 10:00 AM - 12:00 AM

COFFEE REPUBLIC Attalah Center 02 6637575 09:00 AM - 12:30 AM

JOFFREY’S COFFEE Al-Tahlia St. 02 6633698 10:00 AM - 02:00 AM

CREPE CAFÉ Roshana Mall 02 2634989 09:00 AM - 11:00 PM

LA PROMENADE La Promenade Center 02 6688712 10:00 AM - 01:00 AM

DEERA CAFÉ Star's Avenue Mall 02 2754491 09:00 AM - 01:00 AM

LIFE STYLES La Promenade Center 02 6688726 10:00 AM - 12:30 AM

DEJAVU Al-Rawda St. 02 6067574 08:00 AM - 01:00 AM

MONTA ROSA P. Sultan St. 02 6391393 01:00 PM - 02:00 AM

DELIFRANCE P. Sultan St. 02 6997861 07:30 AM - 01:00 AM

NOSH LOUNGE Hira’a St. 02 6543888 01:00 PM - 01:30 AM

TEA AMO Coral Mall 02 6601738 Red Sea Mall 02 2150600 10:00 AM - 01:30 PM 05:00 PM - 11:30 PM TEA ROSE (IL VILLAGIO) Al-Andalus Rd. 02 6688233 12:00 PM - 01:00 AM TEA YANA Al Hamra Dist. 02 6681660 Al-Khaldyah 02 6062646 Attalah Center (Take Away) 02 2368220 Red Sea Mall 02 2150620 08:00 AM - 12:30 AM TUTTI CAFÉ P. Sultan St. 02 2572244 09:00 AM - 02:00 AM VENUE (CIGAR LOUNGE) Tujar Jeddah 02 6061010 08:00 AM - 11:00 PM VERTIGO Palestine Center 02 6633241 08:00 AM - 01:00 AM

VIENNA Hilton Jeddah 02 6590000 24 HRS

CHOCOLATERIES ANOOSH Sari St. 02 6832209 09:00 AM - 11:00 PM BON BON Al-Hamra Dist. 02 6697655 Ext. 500 10:00 AM - 12:30 AM CARAMEL La Promenade 02 6688527 Al-Rawda St. 02 6688527 10:30 AM - 01:30 PM 05:00 PM - 11:00 PM CHOCOLATE BAR Al-Rawdah Star 02 6633395 10:00 AM - 02:00 PM 05:00 PM - 11:00 PM CHOCOLATE CORNER Al-Rawda St. 02 6630449 10:00 AM - 02:00 PM 05:00 PM - 11:00 PM FUALA Al-Rawda St. 02 6622011 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM 05:00 PM - 11:00 PM GANACHE Al-Rawda St. 02 6601390 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM

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DIRECTORY

LE VENDOME King's Rd. 02 6924606 09:30 AM - 12:00 PM LE NOTRE Abdulrahman AlTubaishi St. 02 6602803 09:00 AM - 11:00 PM

LA CUISINE Palestine St. 02 6630363 01:00 PM - 03:30 PM 07:00 PM - 12:30 AM LE NOTRE Al-Tahlia St. 02 2611222 09:30 AM - 12:00 AM H

PATCHI Al-Tahlia St. 02 6525961 09:30 AM - 11:00 PM SIBON P. Sultan St. 02 6063143 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM

FRENCH BLACK & WHITE Palestine St. 02 6610611 01:00 PM - 04:00 PM 07:00 PM - 12.30 AM

AL-MULTAQA King’s Rd. 02 6566666 07:30 PM - 12:30 AM AL-AMWAJ Hilton Jeddah Hotel 02 6590000 01:00 PM - 04:00 PM 07:30 PM - 01:00 AM

MISS CHOCOLATE Al-Rawda St. 02 6638989 11:00 AM – 02:00 PM 05:00 PM – 12:00 AM NESMA CHOCOLATE Arafat St. 02 2845820 Red Sea Mall - Gate 5 02 2150141 P. Sultan St. 02 6947790 11:00 AM – 02:00 PM 05:00 PM – 12:00 AM

AL-AQEEQ Ana Special Mall 02 6649228 05:00 PM - 11:00 PM

INDIAN RAJ Al-Tahlia St. 02 2632137 12:00 PM - 01:30 AM KOHINOOR Ramada Hotel 02 6670777 12:00 PM - 03:30 PM 07:00 PM - 11:00 PM SEASONS Mohammed Al Taweel St 02 6690606 10.00 am - 02.00 am SHEZAN Sari St. 02 6621086 01:00 PM - 03:30 PM 07:00 PM - 12:30 AM TAJ MAHAL Al-Rawda St. 02 6979698 01:00 PM - 12:00 AM

NTERNATIONAL

AL-NAFOURA Park Hyatt Hotel 02 2639666 06:30 PM - 12:00 AM AL-SAFINA Hilton Jeddah Hotel 02 6590000 01:00 PM - 04:00 PM 07:30 PM - 01:00 AM AL-SHURAFA Arafat St. 02 6602743 10:00 AM - 1:00 AM BUBBLES Al-Hamra 02 6697655 ext. 727 01:00 PM - 01:00 AM CASPER & GAMBINI'S Al-Andlus Rd. 02 6672020 08:00 AM - 01:00 AM GOODIES Coral Mall 02 6657721 ext. 617 08:00 AM - 01:00 AM Star Avenue Mall 02 2754527 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM

HABSBURG Rosewood Hotel 02 2578888 ext. 9826 06:00 AM - 10:30 AM 12:00 PM - 04:00 PM 07:00 PM - 12:00 AM ICE AND CHILIES Sari St. 02 6970330 12:00 PM - 01:30 AM LE CIEL Al-Andlus Rd. 02 6655544 01:00 PM - 03:30 PM 08:00 PM - 12:30 AM LE PANORAMIC Westin Hotel 02 6588200 06:30 AM - 10:30 AM 12:00 PM - 04:00 PM 07:00 PM - 02:00 AM MELANGE Al-Tahlia St. 02 6695619 10:00 AM - 1:00 AM MUCHUS Al-Tahlia St. 02 6613111 01:00 PM - 12:00 AM PAPAYA Al-Shaty'e Dist. 02 2753425 10:00 AM - 01:00 AM SENSES Al-Andlus Rd. 02 6514375 08:00 AM - 02:00 AM SPEARS Jeddah Intercontinental Hotel 02 6611800 01:00 PM - 04:00 PM 07:00 PM - 12:30 AM

WHITE Sari St. 02 6068171 10:00 AM - 01:00 AM

IL GABIANO Corniche Jeddah 02 6587042 01:00 PM - 01:00 AM

ZODIAC CUISINE Palestine St. 02 6607548 02:00 PM - 12:30 AM

IL GUSTO Palestine St. 02 6600337 01:00 PM – 12:30 AM

ITALIAN AL-DENTE Sari Street 02 6970220 01:00 PM - 01:30 AM AMORE Al-Tahlia St. 02 2847779 11:30 AM - 01:00 AM ANGELICOS PIZZERIA Hamad Al Jaser St 02 6622964 01:00 PM – 12:00 AM AROMI Qasr Al-Sharq Hotel 02 6077412 01:00 PM - 04:00 PM 07:30 PM - 12:30 AM BALSAMICO Al-Tahlia St. 02 6633115 King’s Rd. 02 2891061 11:00 AM - 01:00 AM CIAO Batarjee St. 02 6399718 01:00 PM – 01:30 AM

IL PORTO The Westin Jeddah Hotel 02 6588200 12:30 PM - 04:00 PM 07:00 PM - 12:00 AM IL SICILIANO Le Mall 01:00 PM – 01:00 AM IL VILLAGGIO Al-Andlus Rd. 02 6688233 01:00 PM - 01:00 AM LA ROYA Al-Khayat Center 02 6689466 09:30 AM - 12:30 PM LA VILLA Al-Tahlia St. 02 6673434 12:00 PM - 01:00 AM MAGGIANO'S Al-Tahlia St. 02 6606625 01:00 PM - 01:00 AM OLIO ITALIAN RESTAURANT Star’s Avenue Mall 02 2754811 01:00 PM – 01:00 AM PIZZA FUSION Al-Rawdah Star 02 2616933 01:00 PM – 01:00 AM

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PIZZA LENOU Al-Hamra Dist. 02 6140663 11:00 AM - 05:00 PM 07:00 PM - 01:00 AM PIZZA NAPOLI Al-Rawdah St. 02 6927796 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM PORTOFINO Al-Rawdah St. 02 6655855 01:00 PM - 03:30 PM 07:30 PM - 12:00 AM SALUES Al-Khayat Center 02 6680335 12:00 PM - 01:00 AM

MIDDLE EASTERN AL-SHARQ Qasr Al-Sharq 02 6599999 12:00 PM - 04:00 PM 08:00 PM - 01:00 AM AL-WADA' A Movenpick Resort 02 6555550 12:30 PM - 01:00 AM BEIRUTI Al-Tahlia St. 02 6686354 12:30 PM - 01:00 AM BYBLOS Al-Hamra 02 6697655 ext. 757 01:00 PM - 03:30 PM 08:00 PM - 01:00 AM

DIRECTORY

CUISINE HALAWANI Al-Tahlia St. 02 6688900 01:00 PM - 01:00 AM KAZA INN Sari St. 02 6390006 01:00 PM - 01:30 AM

FISH MARKET Jeddah Intercontinental Hotel 02 6611800 01:00 PM - 04:00 PM 07:00 PM - 12:00 AM THE MANHATTAN FISH MARKET Al-Andlus Rd. 02 6141900 12:00 PM - 01:00 AM

LA TERRACE Intercontinental Hotel 02 6611800 01:00 PM - 04:00 PM 07:00 PM - 12:00 AM MABU P. Turki ben Abdulaziz St. 02 6604300 01:00 PM - 12:30 AM TEEN Al-Tahlia St. Next to Lu CHATEAU 02 6689531 01:00 PM - 01:00 AM YILDIZLAR Al-Andlus Rd. 02 6531150 01:00 PM - 12:30 AM

SEAFOOD ANDALUS SEAFOOD Andalus St. 02 6674406 12:00 PM - 01:30 AM BAMBOO SEAFOOD Al-Rawda St. 02 6642999 01:00 PM - 01:00 AM

MR. SAJ Arafat St. 920024333 08:00 AM - 02:00 AM

JACK DESSANGE (WOMEN) Al-Khayyat Center 02 6695458 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM

QUIZNOS SUB Sari St. 02 6068014 12:00 PM - 12:00 AM

JAMALOUKI (WOMEN) Al-Khayyat Center 02 6651888 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM 05:00 PM - 09:30 PM

TOASTED Al-Rawda St. 02 2616747 08:00 AM - 12:00 PM

SNACKS & SANDWICHES BRIOCHE DOREE Mall Of Arabia 02 6123000 01:00 PM - 12:00 AM

SPA & BEAUTY CENTERS

CRUST Al-Rawda St. 920026633 07:00 AM - 02:00 AM

7L HOUSE OF BEAUTY AND SPA (WOMEN) Jeddah Corniche 02 6534898 01:00 PM - 11:00 PM

FLAPJACK Al-Rawda Star 02 6605020 01:00 PM – 11:00 PM FURN & SAJ Al-Radwa St. 02 2574747 07:00 AM - 03:00 AM HUMUS RIFE Al-Salama 02 6397773 06:00 AM - 12:30 PM 06:00 PM - 01:30 AM L' OLIVEO Arafat St. 02 6687494 10:00 AM - 02:00 PM 05:00 PM - 11:30 PM

ALEXANDRE ZOUARI (WOMEN) Al-Tahliya St. Behind Patchi 02 6656161 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM BODY LINE (MEN) Al-Tahliya St 02 2631859 01:00 PM - 11:00 PM BUTHAINA (WOMEN) Al-Khayyat Center 02 6631809 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM E - SPA SALOON & CLUB (WOMEN) Al-Tahliya St. 02 2632093 12:00 PM - 09:00 PM GARRARUFA (WOMEN) Roshana Mall 02 2635018 10 AM: 01:00 PM 05:00 PM : 11:00 PM Appointments Required

LUCIE SAINT-CLAIR (Women) Al-Tahliya St. 02 2832020 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM NAIL ART (WOMEN) Al-Kayyal St. 02 6675511 01:00 PM - 10:00 PM ORIANA SPA (WOMEN) Attallah Center 02 6220773 11:00 AM - 08:00 PM SOLEIL D'OR SPA (WOMEN) Al-Tahliya St. 02 2842233 10:30 AM -01:30 PM 05:00 PM - 10:00 PM THE SPA BY CLARINS PARIS (WOMEN) Hilton Hotel 02 6599999 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM

TRAVEL AGENCIES ACE TRAVEL Hira’a St. 02 6056002 09:00 AM - 01:30 PM 05:00 PM - 08.30 PM AL-ATTAR TRAVEL & TOURISM Al-Madina Rd. 02 6611222 09:00 AM - 01:30 PM 05:00 PM - 08.30 PM AL-TAYAR Sari St. 02 6395111 09:00 AM - 01:30 PM 05:00 PM - 09:30 PM

AL-ZAHED AL-Madinah Rd. 02 6525670 09:00 AM - 01:30 PM 05:00 PM - 08.30 PM AL-ZOMAN HOLIDAYS Al-Madinah Rd. 02 6512525 08:30 AM - 01:30 PM 04:30 PM - 08:30 PM CIT Al-Madinah Rd 02 6630003 09:00 AM - 01:30 PM 05:00 PM - 09:00 PM ELAF Al-Nakheel Centre 02 6690603 09:00 AM - 01:30 PM 05:00 PM - 08.30 PM PACK YOUR BAG Al-Madinah Rd. 920000071 09:00 AM - 01:30 PM 05:00 PM - 09:30 PM

VETERINARY CLINICS AL-TAHLIA INT. VET. CLINIC Fayfa Building 02 6695554 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM 05:00 PM - 10:00 PM EUROPEAN VET. CLINIC Al-Tahlia St. 02 6676330 09:00 AM - 01:00 PM 05:00 PM - 09:30 PM JEDDAH VET. CLINIC Al-Faisaliyah Dist. 02 6912896 09:00 AM - 12:30 PM 05:00 PM - 08:00 PM SPECIALTY VET. CLINIC Al-Faisaliyah Dist. 02 6657704 10:00 AM - 01:30 PM 05:00 PM - 10:30 PM

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