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Issue 21 Oct 2010

Celebrations!

On September 23rd, Jeddah celebrated National Day with typical Saudi spirit! Tens of thousands of young people took to the streets, faces painted in green and white, waving flags and celebrating to the music blasting out of their cars, policemen gave away roses, and street vendors sold flags on streetcorners, fireworks and cultural activities took place around the city all through the weekend, and the shopping malls were jammed.

Celebrations creates awareness and it was apparent that our youngsters now have a deeper appreciation of their culture and heritage which created a sense of pride and unity. Let us carry on the celebration to October, but this month we want to create awareness about the serious disease of breast cancer. Year after year we witness efforts to bring this issue to attention. This year’s inspirational event is being organized by HRH Princess Reema bint Bandar, the Al Bidayah Breast Feeding Resource, and the Zahra Breast Cancer Association.

On October 28th they are planning to break the Guinness World Record for the largest human formation, and we at Destination Jeddah would like to take this chance to encourage everyone, men and women, to support this initiative. Join this human formation and wear a pink item on that day...but if you can’t attend the event, why not come up with your own creative way to show your support for this worthy cause by passing out pink ribbons at intersections (like passing out dates during Ramadan or flags during National Day). Retailers can decorate their shops in pink and have donation boxes, or give discounts on pink items like some stores did during National Day, restaurants can donate a percentage on that day, bakeries can give away a pink cupcakes with purchase, etc. The ideas are unlimited... let us join together, be creative and do something positive to showcase Jeddah spirit!

Enas Hashani Editor-in-Chief editor@destinationjeddah.com

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Dining Around Town: Zn Lounge, Delifrance

Useful Information

Readers’ Feedback, Poll, & City Facts

Events & Happenings Festivals, Exhibitions and Openings

In The Spotlight Saudi National Day

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Explore KSA

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Arts & Entertainment

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Fashion & Shopping

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Red Sea Coast

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Dining Around Town

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Spirituality

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Healthy Living

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Games/Useful Arabic Words

The Adventure Continues - Om Jersan Cave

Edge of Arabia

Designer Muna Abu Sulayman, Nomad

The Amazing Psychedelic Triggerfish

Restaurants Under Pressure,Zn Lounge, Tony G’s, Delifrance

History of Hajj, Islamic Education

Cancer 101, Al-Bidayah Center, Moroccan Hammam

Sudoku, Crossword, Word Search

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Useful Information Word on the street

Touched By Cancer

We asked our readers to share the lessons learnt from their cancer experiences.

Two of my aunts, my mother-in-law & my sister-in-law are all breast cancer survivors! I think a positive attitude played a huge role in their success story - you have to have hope & believe that you can fight cancer. Then you have to aggressively search for the best treatment appropriate for your cancer. The whole family has to be positive!

Nahid M.

My mother & my sister have battled breast cancer. Their example has inspired me to support cancer awareness. It’s so important to get our governments to fund cancer research & early detection programs, especially in rural areas.

Hamid H.

Sadly, I’ve had two cancer cases in my family - my aunt & my cousin. While my aunt was able to beat the cancer because she caught it early on, my cousin wasn’t as successful because the treatment was left until the last stages. It’s important to get regular check ups, because catching it in the early stages is the best thing you can do for yourself and your family.

Lina A.

Reader’s Feedback In the last issue, DJ failed to mention that photographer Odai Abed took the picture on p.79 of the Youth Initiative Group (YIG) in action. Sorry!

Dear DJ: I find your magazine very informative & useful, especially the large centerfold map. It’s the most useful map of Jeddah that I’ve found thank you.

I read all the articles & enjoyed them - learned something too!! Your layouts are also eyecatching. Keep up the wonderful work :) Yvonne K. Dear DJ, I attended a wedding in France a few weeks ago where there were many expats from Saudi.

While we were having dinner I heard a couple asking another couple if they had brought a copy of Destination Jeddah for them. They said that DJ has really showed them a different side of Saudi. One of the couples lived there for 10 years and said the magazine has brought them closer to understanding and appreciating the Saudi culture!

Thought I should share that with you.

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Dear Destination Jeddah, The photography in your magazine is simply stunning! Who took the charming picture of the young Saudi boys marveling over the handful of dates on p.26 in your Sept issue?

An Admirer…

Dear Admirer, DJ neglected to credit the talented photographer Tarik Al-Abdullah for his lovely photograph. Tarik, please accept our sincere apologies – your artistic eye did not go unnoticed!

Please send to feedback@destinationjeddah.com

Destination Jeddah’s RTM: (Recommendation of The Month)

Interfaith Activism Initiatives

On women’s rights, from the inspiredbymuhammad website

Niqab bans, minaret bans & mosque controversies. This month the DJ Team recommends 3 initiatives from the US & England which combine the themes of education with Islam/Hajj. In these troubled times when hateful religious rhetoric against Islam seems to be on the rise, these witty and informative public relations outreach programs are a welcome voice of sanity. Thanks to the Council on AmericanIslamic Relations (CAIR) ‘Learn, Don’t Burn’ campaign – they will distribute 200,000 Qurans to replace the 200 copies which a Florida church intended to burn on 9/11. Thanks to England’s The Exploring Islam Foundation (EIF) ‘Inspired by Muhammad’ ads which demonstrate Islam’s support of justice, equality, charity, and coexistence. Thanks to the US’s Change the Story ‘Change the Story…Change the World’ educational outreach website for their bridge building. Interfaith activism needs our support if we ever hope to see peace on earth…so speak up against misconceptions and make your voice heard! http://www.inspiredbymuhammad.com/ http://www.changethestory.net/ http://www.muslimselfportrait.info/

Thumbs up to...

Avon & Zahra Breast Cancer Association “You Are Beautiful” program

“Be beautiful” is the message from Avon and the Zahra Breast Cancer Association to breast cancer survivors.

These two organizations held the first ever “You Are Beautiful” training program recently in Riyadh for breast cancer survivors during and after their chemotherapy. The program teaches these women how to take care of their delicate skin and how to use cosmetic products to enhance their natural beauty. Avon sponsored the program by giving out free Avon cosmetic products to all the patients! Avon hopes that many other Saudi cities will follow Riyadh’s lead and start a “You Are Beautiful” program, too.

Thumbs down to...

STC’s persistent billing errors...again!

Sorry STC, but we have to draw attention to the multiple billing mistakes and deplorable customer service so many people suffered from over the past 4 months. Even after informing the service department of their travel plans and requesting a turn-off of service, even after removing their SIM cards, even after physically turning off their phones…people still received astronomical bills! Please resolve this issue so that future travelers don’t have to waste hours with customer service trying to sort out their bills – we thank you. Otherwise, hello Mobily!

POLL OF THE MONTH Q: How would a history of cancer in your family

affect your lifestyle??

I’d try to live as healthy as possible (no smoking, processed foods, known carcinogens. lots of exercise and fresh organic produce) ( 79% ) It wouldn’t change my lifestyle. If I’m meant to get cancer, nothing I do will change that. ( 21%)

Next Month’s Question: Q: Have you done Hajj? If so, how old were you at the time?

To participate in next month’s poll visit the Destination Jeddah Magazine page on Facebook.

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Useful Information

City&

Country

Fact Sheet

Name: Kingdom of Saudi Arabia - KSA Capital: Riyadh Head of State: King Abdullah bin Abdul Aziz Al-Saud Crown Prince: Prince Sultan bin Abdul Aziz Al-Saud Population: 29،207،277 (72% Saudi, 27% foreign) Population Growth: 1.75% (approx. 2% per year) (55% are under the age of 20) Birth rate: 28.29 births/1,000 population (2010 est.)

Area: 2,149,640 sq. km Major Cities: Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam.

Holy Cities: Makkah, Madinah International Airports: Jeddah: King Abdul Aziz Int’l. Airport (Airport Code: JED) Madinah: Prince Muhammad Bin Abdul Aziz Airport / Riyadh: King Khaled Int’l Airport / Dammam: King Fahad Int’l Airport Name: Jeddah Head of Region: Prince Khalid Al-Faisal Location: West coast of Saudi Arabia, on the Red Sea Inhabited Area: 1,500 sq. km - Largest urban center in the Makkah province Jeddah Population: 3.4 million and the 2nd largest city in Saudi Arabia.

Official Language: Arabic. English is the second official language.

Major Arabic Newspapers: Al-Watan , Al Hayat, Al-Iqtisadiya, Al-Madinah Major English Newspapers: Saudi Gazette, Arab News Important Dates: National Day: September 23, 2010 Ramadan (The Holy Month of Fasting): August 1 - August 29, 2011 Eid Al-Fitr (The Feast of Fast-Breaking): August 30, 2011 Eid Al-Adha (The Feast of Sacrifice): November 6, 2011 Calendar: The Hijri lunar calendar is the traditional measure of time and the Gregorian calendar is used as well in business. (1432/2011) Time Zone: GMT+3 6

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Currency: Saudi Riyal (SR) - divided into 100 Halalas; Notes printed in 1 (one), 5 (five), 10 (ten), 20 (twenty), 50 (fifty), 100 (one hundred), 200 (two hundred), 500 (five hundred) Riyal denominations.

Currency Exchange Rates: 1.00 United States Dollar (USD) = SR3.75 1.00 Indian Rupee (INR) = SR0.079 1.00 Euro (EUR) = SR5.23 1.00 Pakistan Rupee (PKR) = SR0.047 1.00 British Pound (GBP) = SR5.94 1.00 Phillippines Peso (PHP) = SR0.08 Business & Banking Hours: 8/9AM - 4/5PM Sat-Wed, some are open on Thursdays for half a day 8/9AM - 1/2PM. Weekend: Thursday- Friday.

Shopping Hours: 10AM - 1PM 5PM - 10/11PM Telephone, Mobile and Internet services: The main telephone service provider is STC – Saudi Telecom Company. The Main mobile service providers are STC, Mobily and Zain. They also offer mobile Internet solutions *STC: www.stc.com/ *Mobily: www.mobily.com/ *Zain: www.zain.com To block commercial SMSs for STC users: Call 800-2444455 toll-free (24 hr service Sat-Wed) or e-mail: Ecare@stc.com.sa Internet Service Providers: * Orbit Satellite internet: www.orbitsatnet.com *www.zajil.net, *awalnet.net.sa, * www.naseej. com, * www.shabakah.net.sa, * www.sol.net.sa, * cyberia.net.sa, *Nesma: www.nesma.net.sa National TV: Saudi Channel 1/ Saudi Channel 2 (English)/ Saudi Channel 3 (Sports)/ Al Ekhbariya News Satellite TV: Thousands of free channels from across the Middle East, Asia and Europe can be viewed using a satellite dish and receiver.

Premium Satellite Providers: Showtime Arabia: Premium Arabic and Western Entertainment. www.showtimearabia.com Orbit: Premium Arabic and Western Entertainment. www.orbit.net ART: Premium Arabic, Western, and Asian Entertainment www.artonline.tv Radio Stations Quraan Jeddah Radio AFN Panorama MBC FM

FM Channel 89.9 92.6 93.7

102.0 103.0 103.9 107.0

Type Religious National News Western Music Arabic Music Arabic Music (Khaliji) Western Music Techno Music

Electricity: 110V and 220V Transportation: Air: Saudi Airlines - Sama Air - Nas Airlines Land: Bus: SAPTCO: National Bus Company offering transportation between most Saudi cities. Inside the city: Taxis and Chauffeur companies. Railroad: Only one passenger train service between Riyadh and Dammam.

Country Code: 966 City Codes: Jeddah and Makkah: 02 / Dammam, Dahran, Alkhobar and Jubail: 03 / Riyadh: 01 / Abha and Najran: 07 / Madinah and Yanbu: 04

Emergencies : Information/ Maintenance: International Information.......905 Telephone Maintenance.........904 Telephone Directory.................905 Speaking Clock.........................1222 Mobily..........................................1100 STC...................................................902 Zain..................................................959

Ambulance...................................997 Electricity Emergency...............933 Fire Fighters..................................998 Natural Disasters ........................988 National Security .......................989 Nijm “ Insurance Company for Car Accident “.........................920000560 Road Security...............................996 Traffic Accidents .........................993 Water Emergency.......................939

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Useful Information Settling In

Smart Answers to Stupid Questions (AKA Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Jeddah But Were Too Embarrassed To Ask…)

By Dilara Hafiz

Whether you’re a seasoned local, experienced business traveler, or first-time visitor… there are probably some questions which have been lurking at the back of your mind, but which you’ve been too embarrassed to ask. Well, wonder no longer – we’ve taken the plunge for you and tracked down the vital answers to those niggling questions. As the saying goes, “There’s no such thing as a stupid question.” (Even if your friends would definitely have rolled on the floor laughing if you had ever dared to ask these.)

•Why do my sunglasses fog up every time I step outside?

• Going from the arctic air-conditioned interior to the moist humid outdoors causes rapid condensation on your cool glasses. We suggest the simple, cheap home remedy of washing your sunglass lenses (both sides) with soapy water. Allow to dry, then gently buff off the excess soap scum. Your glasses will appear slightly dirty…but this will successfully prevent the ‘fogged-up sunglass syndrome’. We’ve heard that rubbing on the starch from a freshly cut potato also works.

Or buy 2 pairs of glasses – leave 1 in your car for outside use and carry a 2nd pair for cool, inside usage.

• Help! I’ve been trapped on a roundabout for the past 2 hours…how do I get off? (Sent from my Blackberry) • We sympathize with you. Be bold, don’t hesitate, and most important, never show fear – just forge your path through the traffic as if you were wearing blinders. This is one time where it’s an advantage to be a woman…they are chauffeur-driven everywhere!

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• Can I drink the tap water?

• 9 out of 10 Jeddahwis do not drink the tap water. Use bottled water for drinking, cooking water for cooking, and tap water for everything else. Of course you’re welcome to try the tap water…let us know how you feel next month, ok?

• Is it safe to use a local taxi?

• Of course it’s safe to use the local taxis!

They’re cheap and numerous – usually driven

by Pakistanis or Bangladeshis, most of them do speak a little English or Arabic. But try to

master a few basic words of Arabic to smooth the channels of communication.

• Do they keep pigs & alcohol in the AlHaram Center?

• No! The Al-Haram Center is a shopping mall, not a place where forbidden (haraam) items are gathered together.

• Can I go swimming in the Red Sea? Where?

• Taking a dip is usually done in Obhur/North Jeddah. Try to get invited to a private beach resort. But there are public beaches dotting the coastline. The water’s lovely – jump in!

• Does anyone use street addresses?

• Jeddah is a visual city – keep your eyes open for landmarks and roundabouts in order to master the art of getting where you need to go. “Turn right at Al-Baik” is one of the most frequently heard phrases when giving directions is concerned.

• Just a comment – not a question. I think it’s such a thoughtful gesture that bathrooms come supplied with individual drinking fountains…those spray nozzles are so easy & refreshing to use – thank you!

• Why do the stores close whenever I want to go shopping?

• Umm, you are in a Muslim country where the stores observe the 5 daily prayers…that’s why they close for prayer breaks at noon, mid-afternoon, sunset, and evening. Check the DJ website or the daily paper for prayer times & plan your shopping accordingly, or do as most smart shoppers do – shop between 9-11pm.

• When do I use the ‘0’ in phone numbers?

• Ok – we don’t blame you for being confused by the phone system. All cell phone numbers begin with ‘05’ – but you do not use the ‘0’ if calling from outside Saudi Arabia (the ‘966’ country code replaces the ‘0’.)

Otherwise all calls to cell phones require the ‘05’. Landline to landline calls do not need either the ‘05’ or ‘02’, but all mobile to landlines calls require an ‘02’ prior to dialing the 7-digit phone number.

• AAAHHHH – STOP!! DO NOT use the bathroom sprayer (also known as a ‘Muslim bidet’) to drink from – it’s meant for something else entirely. Umm, think of personal hygiene and keep it pointed downward. Yuck – you’ve made us cringe in disbelief – you haven’t really been drinking from it, have you? Do you know where it’s been?? In Islam, washing with water after using the bathroom is required.

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Events &

Happenings KAIA HOLDS YOUNG PROFESSIONALS PROGRAM : King Abdul-Aziz International Airport in Jeddah has begun a number of training initiatives in cooperation with GACA and Fraport as part of a training and capabilities development program.

One of these initiatives is the Young Professionals Program, which trains talented staff members to occupy leading positions at the airport. As part of the program, they are sent to Fraport headquarters in Frankfurt Airport in Germany for three to six months to work on individual projects and to receive general management training.

DAIHATSU CONDUCTS FIRST SPORTS POLL : Daihatsu declared the results of their 6,000 person questionnaire on the popularity of football clubs in KSA at a grand ceremony hosted by the famous journalist Batal Al-Quos.

Stars of the top six clubs also attended this event, including Mansour Al-Ahmed from Al-Hilal, Ahmed Jameel from Al-Ittihad, Fahad Al-Hiraifi from Al-Nasir, Ameen Dabu from Al-Ahli, Hatim Khaimi from Al-Wihda, and Saeed Al-Owairan from Al-Shabab. Daihatsu Exec. Dir., Eng. Adel Ezzat, said that the aim of the questionnaire was to support sports by providing accurate statistical information for companies interested in investing in the Saudi football scene.

ORPHAN’S IFTAR AT HILTON : The Jeddah Hilton Hotel hosted over 40 orphans from the AlBhir & the Dar Al-Zahra Charity Organizations to a children’s dream iftar at Al-Safina restaurant. The children enjoyed the specially tailored menu of mini-shawarmas, hamburgers, pizza, and chicken nuggets followed by a ‘make-yourown ice-cream sundae’ station. The Hilton undertakes this annual event as part of its social responsibility and community outreach program – well done!

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WALEED ATTALLAH DESIGNS NOW IN JEDDAH : World-class fashion designer Waleed Attallah recently opened a fashion house in Jeddah under the sponsorship of HRH Prince Fahd Bin Miqran Bin Abdul-Aziz Al-Saud as part of the Radar Group and the AMH Collection.

The opening ceremony was attended

by Abdullah Hazimah, the president of the group, ministers, ambassadors, businessmen, and the press. HRH Prince Fahd expressed his admiration for the designer’s work which embodies the magic of the East and the modernity of the West.

THE TEA GATHERING : Salma Redwan, upcoming Saudi designer, realized her dreams of fashion after a successful trip to Turkey where she discovered new fashion garment production factories. She gathered with fashion-lovers on the 15th and 16th of Ramadan at Baccarat Boutique to hear their similar success stories as well as discuss the latest fashion trends in a tea gathering called “A Party Freshly Brewed for You and Me.” DESTINATION JEDDAH 11

OIC GOING GREEN WITH NAQA’A: A Memorandum of Understanding between the Organization of The Islamic Conference and Naqa’a Environmental Enterprise was signed for a new project called “OIC Going Green”. According to this agreement, Naqa’a will implement green practices in the OIC, beginning with recycling paper waste and incorporating future green practices. Naqa’a

is a start up social enterprise established by distinguished Dar Al-Hekma College graduates Mona Othman, Norah Magraby, and Muna Alamer. Besides providing smart waste management solutions, implementing recycling programs in organizations, and raising environmental awareness, Naqa’a also introduces innovative green products to encourage a green society.

CELEBRATING COMEDY IN THE KINGDOM : Rowad Media and Cast & Crew Café sponsored the First International Comedy Award Ceremony - a follow-up event to the actual comedy festival which was held in Abha. Organizer Mamdouh Salim thanked his fellow planners who all pledge to expand this event in order to continue to attract the best comedians from across the Arab world. Video highlights of the festival ensured that the audience could experience the talents of the various groups who performed at the Abha event. The ‘Muftah’ (Key) award remains the coveted accolade for aspiring comedians.

BRIGHT AND SPIRITUAL EXHIBIT: Talented Riyadh artist Nina Amin had an exhibition of exquisite oil paintings titled ‘Bright & Spiritual’ at the Elegant Home Showroom on Rawdah St. Her elegant calligraphy combined vibrant colors and circle/sun motifs to create a visually stunning collection. The bold color palette of deep reds and blues contrasted nicely with the gleaming gold images and artistic calligraphy. A portion of the proceeds was donated to the Pakistan Relief Fund to assist victims of the recent floods.

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Mark Your Calendar October 2010 Oct 2 - Oct 5 2nd Ta’awuniah Organization Bazaar & Forum

The 2nd Ta’awuniah Organization Bazaar and Forum will be held under the slogan “Towards a Contemporary Understanding”. The forum aims to expose charitable organizations to influential leaders in order to build partnerships to enhance effective future programs and productivity. Workshops will also be held.

Venue: Park Hyatt Jeddah For Reservations Call: +966-544434169

Oct 7

Springboard

Hosted by The British Council “Springboard” a ‘Women’s Self Development Course’ is open to all WOMEN looking forward to self-development on all levels, personally and professionally.

Dates: 4 workshops on Thursday, Oct 7, 14, 21, & 28 Venue: The British Council For more information contact: Manar. Elhusseini.@sa.britishcouncil.org

Oct 10 TEDx Arabia

1st time in Jeddah - an exciting lecture, conference, & showcase of videos focusing on innovation and the creative spread of ideas.

Venue: Dar Al Hekma College Email: info@destinationjeddah.com

Oct 10 Philip Kotler Marketing 3.0

A full-day certified seminar about ‘values driven marketing’ by author & world-renown marketing guru Philip Kotler.

Venue: Jeddah Chamber of Commerce & Industries (JCCI) - main hall Email: Bander@TEDxArabia.com

Oct 15 - Nov 30

Italian Circus

Shopping bazaar, food court, & lively circus - the National Italian Circus has arrived.

Venue: Next to Park Hyatt, Corniche, Hamra District Website: www.carnivaljed.com

Oct 18 - Oct 21

JYB Expo (Jeddah Young Businessmen)

This expo is aimed at encouraging businessmen under 40 to start their own small businesses. HRH Prince Khaled Al-Faisal, Governor of the Makkah Province, and other prominent businessmen will attend the opening of the exhibit. If you have a small business, want to start one, or have an idea for one, come visit the exhibit to meet the people in the business world.

Attendance is open, but the deadline to register is October 15.

Venue: Jeddah Center for Forums & Events Tel: +966-2-6646087 / +966-551923107 / Fax: +966-2-26640173

Oct 28

A Woman’s Stand

Breast Cancer Awareness March & Largest Attempted ‘Human Pink Ribbon’ Formation. Join the women of Jeddah & wear pink!

Venue: Ministry of Education Stadium Mob: +966-503628778

The MENA ICT Forum showcases the entire MENA region’s ICT success stories, trends, opportunities and future outlook. It is the premiere venue for high-level decision makers from both the private and public sectors.

The Rumman Company family proudly announce that their own Maria Mahdaly has been honored with an invitation to be one of the speakers at the upcoming MENA ICT Forum on October 10-11, 2010 in Amman, Jordan. She has been asked to contribute her insights on “The Chattering Classes; Turning Social Media into Money” panel session. Prominent keynote speakers include the VP/CTO of Amazon.com, the CEO of Devoteam, the CEO of Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu, and the CEO of Cisco.

Way to go, Maria!

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In The

Spotlight

Raise Your Head High:

You Are Saudi!

by Dina Ismail

The day is September 23. The color du jour is green. The occasion? Saudi National Day! September 23 marks the unification of the Kingdom by King Abdul Aziz in 1932. It was officially recognized as a national holiday in 2005 and has been celebrated with great enthusiasm ever since.

It was amazing to see the outpouring of patriotism that Saudi National Day inspired in Jeddah residents this year. Driving down Tahlia Street or the Corniche, it was clear to see a whole new level of ‘Going Green’. Young Jeddahwis donned green wigs, painted their faces green, used the Saudi flag as a cape, and hung halfway out of their cars singing the national anthem for all to hear! Not to be left out of the fun, young Saudi women’s subtle accessories were also on display; a green bracelet here, the Saudi emblem there – it was all part of the September 23rd celebration. It was clear to see all the expressions, both big and small, of the many ways that Saudis love their great country.

But just in case you missed out on the fun, start preparing now for next September 23…whether you’re a local or an expat, young or old, newcomer or native Jeddahwi… you can express your love for Saudi Arabia in a myriad of ways – be it with a green afro, a sudden affinity for Mohamed Abdou, or even just a smile!

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Through Our

National Day’s Lens

Photography by Rayan Nawawi

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Photagraphy by Rayan Nawawi

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Our

Guest

King Abdullah University of Science & Technology:

One Year Later

Perspectives from an American Expat

By Suzanne Seldess Photography by Madhusudhanan Srinivasan

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Saudi Arabia... really?

This was the first thought I had in the spring of 2009 when my husband told me about a job offer he’d recently received. A recruiter from King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) had contacted him, and asked him to apply for a position in the Visualization Lab. The next thoughts I had: won’t it be too hot? Will I have to cover myself from head to toe? Will I make friends? Will I be safe?

Will I find my favorite clothing stores? Will I find food I am used to? Will I be able to drive? Where on earth is Jeddah? What is this KAUST place all about? Commence the Google search. I desperately poured through every ounce of information I could squeeze out of resources like Wikipedia, blogs from those who were living in Jeddah already, and books like “Lonely Planet.” It wasn’t long before I realized that moving to Saudi Arabia would be an incredibly interesting and unique experience. To be sure, Saudi Arabia is veeeery different from the United States, but this promised to be an experience that I simply could not pass up.

Fast-forward one year... my own oneyear anniversary and the official one-year anniversary of the opening of KAUST are quickly approaching. My husband and I have just returned home from a trip to see family in the US. Did you catch that? Sometime during the past year (I don’t remember when) I began referring to KAUST as home.

We’ve settled in to our new surroundings nicely. My husband likes his job, and I’ve found interesting work as the Administrative Assistant for International School Services at our KAUST School. We’ve made many new friends and continue to make new friends from all around the world as more people join our beautiful seaside community.

And we’ll be making our own little addition to the KAUST population when our first baby is born in November!

I’ve recently been reflecting on my prior concerns about moving here and see that many of my fears were unfounded. It is pretty hot, but you get used to it... arctic temperatures inside offset the sticky inferno outside. I do have to wear the abaya off the compound, but it’s great for hiding the weight I’ve put on during my pregnancy.

Do I feel safe? Yes, very safe, unless I’m riding in a car off our compound! You really take your life into your own hands when driving here. Actually, since I’m a woman and am not allowed to drive in Saudi, my life is in the hands of the male behind the wheel!

Luckily, shopping is one of the favorite past-times here, and I’ve been impressed with the great assortment of stores, although one blaring inconvenience is not being able to try things on. (I’ve made many a trip to mall bathrooms to try on my purchases... balancing delicately in tiny stalls trying to keep the clothing from touching the wet floor, hoping desperately that the clothing will fit so I don’t have to do this again.

But on the positive side – my balance has improved & I’ve developed a level of grace I’ve never known before!) There are some excellent restaurants in Jeddah, although as a former New Yorker, I can’t find any pizza that compares to the delectable slices you find on the streets of New York.

Finally, I’ve learned that you’re only as bored as you let yourself be – the definition of ‘fun’ may be different here in Saudi, but a little creativity can go a long way. The people are warm & hospitable, even with the language barrier. I feel lucky and proud to be a founding member of KAUST and have enjoyed watching our community grow and mature. With double the number of enrolled students in just one year, I continue to be in awe of the success of this massive experiment. I’m very happy we took the plunge and moved halfway around the world to Saudi Arabia...really!

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Explore KSA

The Adventure Continues‌

By Ahmed Sahab Photography by Jose Ortiz & Mahmoud Al Shanti

Om Jersan Cave is the largest lava tube cave in the Middle East. Located in the Harrat Khybar Lava Field 204 kilometers northeast of Medinah, these caves were formed approximately 3-5 million years ago. The vertical openings, which allow access to the underground tubes, were created by earthquakes. The height of the caves ranges between 2½-11 meters and the width can be as much as 40 meters.

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Mahmoud Al Shanti is the offical cave guy, so he led the whole adventure since it was the first time for the rest of the team. Our intrepid group included Amir Habeeb Al Nashmi, Anwar Al Shanti Junior, Saleh Abbas, Jose Ortiz (our great friend and amazing cameraman), and myself, Ahmed Sahab.

After a grueling 8-hour drive (including 6 hours of off-roading – ouch!) to the lava tube cave complex known as ‘Om Jersan’, we finally arrived at the magical midnight hour. Luckily our headlights alerted us to our destination as it’s basically a huge gaping hole in the lava-formed ground…I could imagine a sleepy driver simply disappearing over the edge! We immediately set up camp and tried to get a good night’s sleep before braving the cave depths the next morning.

With thoughts of all the possible mishaps which could surprise us (collapsing rock walls, getting disoriented and lost underground, and meeting wild animals such as wolves, hyenas, foxes, and bats), we sallied forth. The crude stone stairs we discovered on the side of the main opening were proof that humans must have inhabited these caves in a long-ag--o era – we also found evidence of rock carvings/engravings as well as rudimentary stone tools formed from the indigenous basalt. Mahmoud told us he had come across a human skull which was carbon-dated as 900 years old on an earlier visit!

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The longest tube cave is over 960 meters in length; the daylight quickly faded only 50 meters inside and we switched on our powerful torches. We came across amazing rock formations and a pile of bones from cows, camels, gazelles, donkeys, and sheep – all evidence that predators had dragged their victims into the security of the cave for feeding purposes. The most magical part of the adventure was when we switched off our torches and experienced the absolute darkness…just imagining how the early inhabitants endured these primitive conditions made us marvel at their courage!

After 2 hours of exploring, we emerged from a small opening at the other side of the lava tube. We were grateful for the warmth of the sun on our faces after the chilly interior of the cave where the temperature averaged between 20-23C. This was definitely one of the most thrilling trips I’ve ever experienced – it’s a long journey, but well worth the time in order to discover its hidden treasures.

The Adventure Continues…next month Chapter 3: Al-Shagga Valley Facebook: Discover Saudi ‫اكتشف السعودية‬

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Bookstores

Libraries

Fun & Recreation

Museums & Art Venues

Arts & Entertainment

Directory Bookstores Al-Fanous Bookstores Tel: +966-2-6553897 Al-Khair Bookstores Tel: +966-2-6936318 Al-Maktaba Al-Raquia Tel: +966-2-6635985 Al-Maktaba Stores Tel: +966-2-6713143 Al-Obeikan Bookstores Tel: +966-2-6927018 / 920020209 Dar Al-Mareekh Bookstores Tel: +966-2-6524682 Jarir Bookstores Sari Street Tel: +966-2-6827666 Prince Sultan Street Tel: +966-2-4202050 Little Book Roshana Center Tel: +966-2-2634817 Stars Avenue Tel: +966-2-2754689 Madina Bookstores Tel: +966-2-6659045 Mamoun Bookstores Tel: +966-2-6446614 Tihama Bookstore Tel: +966-2-6970690 Rawaea Al-Maktabat Tel: +966-2-6827730 Virgin Tel: +966-2-2633886 Libraries CBA Library Tel: +966-2- 6900671

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Dar Abdul-Qasim Tel: +966 2-6714793 Effat Library Tel: +966-2-6364300 Jeddah Public Library Tel: +966 2-6363920 Mirza Library Tel: +966-2-6726773 My Library Tel: +966-2-2631709 Fun & Recreation Al-Hokair Tel: +966-2-6836666 Al-Shallal Theme Park Tel: +966-2-6063993 Bowling City Tel: +966-2-6690800 Bowling World Tel: +966-2-6744545 Chucky Cheese Tel: +966-2-6062608 Color Me Mine Coral Mall Tel: +966-2-2847447 Funtime Pizza Tel: +966-2-6555992 Ice Land Tel: +966-2-6626666 IN10SO Tel: +966-2-2844992 Jungle Land Tel: +966-2-2881111 Kid’s Castle Tel: +966-2-6988000 Moon Toon Tel: +966-2-2844855 Oceanica Tel: +966-2-2150723 Smart Kid (Al-Hokair) Tel: +966-2-4202370

Sparks Tel: +966-2-6162144 Stationery Fantasies Tel: +966-2-6827730 Museums & Art Venues Al-Alamia Gallery Tel: +966-2-6635107 www.alalamiagallery.com Al-Tayebat International City Museum for Sciences & Knowledge Al-Jazeerah St. Tel: +966-5-03601376 Art Frame Trading Est. Macarona St. Tel: +966-2-6722339 ATHR Gallery Tel: +966-2- 2845009 www.athrart.com Darat Safeya Binzagr Tel: +966-2- 6571030 www.daratsb.com Ebdaa Gallery Center Tel: +966-2- 2154480 www.ebdaagallery.com Jeddah Atelier Tel: +966-2-6530812 Mansoojat Foundation www.mansoojat.org Saudi Center for the fine arts Tel: +966-2-6696786

Darat Safeya Binzagr Art Gallery Tel: +966-2-6571030 www.daratsb.com Call or email to check opening and closing times.

C C A A IN IN

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Create and Inspire is a nationwide competition to find the most talented young creatives in Saudi Arabia. The 10 winners will join Offscreen’s expedition to the UK in 2011, including special activities at the British Museum.

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Fashion & Shopping

For the Modest, Elegant Arabian

Woman…

By Afifa Jabeen Quraishi

Global leader, popular media personality, lecturer, UN Goodwill Ambassador, businesswoman, mother… Muna AbuSulayman is truly a multifaceted woman. Adding yet another feather to her cap, she has, recently launched a fashion line of luxurious apparel called the ‘Muna AbuSulayman 2010 collection’.

Destination Jeddah caught up with the Saudi style icon herself as she discusses her fashion vision.

DJ: How would you describe your collection?

Muna: My 2010 collection is for the elegant, trendy, cosmopolitan Arab woman. Think Queen Rania!

Currently, we have about 50 different styles that were carefully designed and selected to allow for sophisticated variety in my client’s wardrobe. It is one collection per year in limited numbers. This ensures that the woman wearing Muna AbuSulayman will feel unique.

DJ: You are known as one of the most popular hijab style icons and your collection makes hijab a more attractive option for Muslim women. In what way do you think your clothes will help dispel the myth that Muslim women live covered in layers and layers of cloth?

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Muna: Many women want to be fashionable and trendy but can not spend hours shopping to find the right outfit and scarf combination. I want to make their search easier and more pleasant.

DJ: What is your inspiration behind the designs?

Muna: The inspiration behind many of the designs is modernity. I wanted to have clothes that would suit any sophisticated woman walking in downtown Milan, New York, or Jeddah. I also wanted to provide shawls and scarves for her, in case she covers her hair. It is not so much a hijab collection as a modesty and elegance collection.

DJ: What are the highlights of the collection?

Muna: I have worked very hard on creating an all-in-one concept cozy which has a shawl attached to work as a cover up when needed…it has many versions and uses, especially for the events that you want to be able to choose between covering up and not covering. With one flick of your wrist the scarf falls and becomes part of the shawl.

Another is a special jacket that creates a very beautiful silhouette that is charming and slimming.

As for the scarves, I have worked hard to source material that is cool and flexible, wearable, yet elegant. I have developed a special weave scarf/tarha for women that not only drapes gorgeously around the face to create an amazing frame, but that is also non-slip.

DJ: Your prices range from SR 2,600 – SR 7,500, can we expect anything in a lower price range?

Muna: The Muna AbuSulayman collection is for the woman who loves fashion and wants quality clothes in her closet. I hope I can do another collection that is also quite sophisticated but not as expensive to give many of my fans a chance to purchase quality clothes at more affordable prices.

DJ: Women here are impatiently waiting for your collection to hit Jeddah. Where can they see your designs?

Muna: The minute stores are chosen, I will announce it on my Facebook group and on my website www.munaabusulayman.com.

Presently, in Jeddah, I have only finalized plans with Mahat, where some of my evening dresses will be shown. www.munaabusulayman.com Facebook: Muna AbuSulayman Collection

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Fashion & Shopping

A Wanderer’s Treasure Trove Photography by Rayan Nawawi

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The definition of a ‘nomad’ is “a person who continually moves from place to place; a wanderer”…well, imagine the collection of a wanderer with exquisite taste and an eye for treasures from around the world and you’ll have perfectly described the new store, ‘Nomad’ just off Tahlia Street.

Sole owner Adawiya Alhamrani has turned her hobby of collecting antiques into a tasteful and unique furniture/accessories business. With her background in interior design from leading schools in Riyadh, New York, Paris, London, and Lucerne, she has a knack for taking traditional items and transforming them into beautifully functional pieces which are sure to draw attention for their craftsmanship.

After participating in bazaars such as Busat Al-Reeh, Adawiya finally succumbed to her customers’ clamoring for a steady supply of her treasures by opening up ‘Nomad’.

This store will feature a quarterly collection of new items including her own intricately metal worked globes and lanterns as well as brass pieces from Egypt & Morocco,

fabrics from Uzbekistan, and one-of-a-kind accessories from her travels throughout the world. You can custom order items as well and join the company of VIPs like HRHP Salma of Morocco and HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Prime Minister of Dubai, both of whom have received made to order gifts from Adawiya.

You don’t have to be Marco Polo or Ibn Battuta to glimpse the world’s treasures firsthand. Jeddah can now boast of a truly unusual collection of affordable, stylish, unique furniture and home accessories under one roof.

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Photos by Silwan Eshki & Rayan Nawawi

Fashion & Shopping

SABINE NADA

Location: Behind Chamelle Plaze, Villa #15 Tel: +966-2-6651572

An all-in-one boutique which carries exquisite clothing, women’s accessories, decorative home items, and much more! Creative, imaginative gifts which are both whimsical and useful are difficult to resist. The handpainted metals cups for SR 170 are versatile - equally at home on a desk or dining table, while the cute wallets for SR130-180 are practical as well as pretty.

AL MAZAJ

Location: Khan Al Khalili in Red Sea Mall Tel: +966-594327105 & Tel: +966-551319510 Tahlia St. Behind Centerpoint Tel: +966-566996712 and Tel: +966-2-6600987

Walking into this store is an eye-popping experience! The sheer variety of items from around the world as well as the range of prices makes it difficult to walk out empty-handed.

The home accessories on offer are traditional or modern or a clever mix of both styles.

This charming hookah is SR3,000 while the clip girl who is also a photograph/note holder is only SR33. The set of decorative coasters is SR498.

SHARGIYAT

AL-AMAWIYAH

Shargiyat Al-Amawiyah specializes in selling unique, hand-made crafts from Syria. Most items are available in small quantities, but can be customized and ordered by special request, ensuring your items are one-of-akind. Shargiyat Al-Amawiyah has these lovely shell-decorated boxes for SR75 and decorative minihookahs from SR25-55 - perfect for impromptu gift-giving!

Fashion & Shopping

Hi-Tech Tips & Tools

Get your quick tech fix for the month with DJ’s news and reviews. Here you’ll find the latest and greatest gadgets and gizmos guaranteed to keep Jeddah plugged in and on the go.

Check us out before you head out to make sure you get your tech on - the coolest, freshest tech picks in the KSA.

IOGEAR® Portable Media Player GMD2025U120 - SR 1299

Store all of your favorite pictures, movies, and music on the IOGEAR Portable Media Player for easy viewing on a standard definition TV, HDTV, or display. And the 720p HD upscaling capability allows you to play your standard definition content at up to 720p HD resolution on your HDTV. Carry your entertainment wherever you go with this compact, high capacity player.

Available at Jarir

Logitech Squeezebox Radio SR 525

Enjoy big sound in a small package with the Logitech Squeezebox Radio.

This ultra-compact Wi-Fi music player is as small as a clock radio, yet it supports high resolution encoding to capture a wide range of details that makes your digital music come to life. The Squeezebox Radio is even integrated with an HD tweeter and long-throw subwoofer to give you the full sound experience, from crisp, clean high notes to warm mid-range and deep bass tones.

Available at amazon.com

Nature Sounds Clock Radio – SR 225

Rude awakenings are a thing of the past with the new Nature Sounds Clock Radio. You can choose from 5 sounds: ocean, birds, rainfall, babbling brook, or under the sea, to help you drift off to sleep and ease you out of your slumber. The Clock Radio also displays the indoor temperature, has an AM/FM radio with 10 presets, and can project the time on the opposite wall. The Clock Radio is also wired with a built-in 100 year calendar, extendable snooze, dual alarm, and easy-to-read blue back-light display.

Available at sonystyle.com

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DREAM MACHINE Ciclotte Exercise Bike

This innovative product embraces the style of contemporary living with adaptations to suit work, relaxation, exercise, and entertainment. Ciclotte is both a piece of fitness equipment and a furniture accessory that can be integrated into the most varied living contexts: home, office, gym and the outdoors.

From a technical view point, the Ciclotte is designed to mimic on-road pedaling and is ideal for high intensity aerobic training like spinning.

Available at www.ciclotte.com

Alienware M11X – SR 4750

The Alienware M11X from Dell is the world’s first real game machine in a laptop under 15 inches. It is packed with a Core 2 Duo CPU processor, Intel® Core™ i5 520UM processor, and the NVIDIA GeForce GT 335M graphics card, which delivers the sort of images not seen in a laptop of this size. The Alienware also has a webcam, microphone, and HDMI graphics outputs, and you can even have your name plate etched into your laptop for a personal touch. The laptop weighs less than 2 kg allowing you to take gaming to a new level anywhere.

Available at Memega

Camera Phone Lenses - SR 150

Two small, yet powerful lenses will send all your wistful wishes of better camera phones away. The Camera Phone Lenses work with any camera phone and attache easily with magnets, which gives you a sturdy, shake-free hold between the lens and your phone. The two lenses, one fisheye and one combo wide-angle/macro, will transform your standard flat phone photos into wide and up-close wonders.

Available at photojojo.com

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Fashion & Shopping

Toy Story 3

Save the galaxy with the Woody, Buzz, and the Toy Story lunchbox!

Dora the Explorer

Start your school adventure with Dora and Diego!

Picking the

Perfect Lunch-Box

Kids know their priorities when it’s time for back-to-school shopping. Boring school uniforms and sensible shoes may be necessary…but it’s the accessories which count when you’re under 12, and nothing states your personality more than a colorful, bold lunch-box! Here’s a round-up of the latest favorites to ensure that your kids will be counted amongst the cool, trend-setters.

Don’t forget that this branding theme can be continued in backpacks, folders, and even pencils!

... or Anything Disney!

Disney Faries, Cars, or Hannah Montana - the choice of Disney character is yours!

Ben10

Lunch time is hero time with Ben10’s new lunchbox!

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Fashion Designers

Florists, Plants

Fashion & Shopping

Directory Boutiques Baby Fityani Tel: +966-2-6673971 Cugini Tel: +966-2-6612099 DADU Tel: +966-2-6633699 Jasmine Box Tel: +966-2-6685533 Jungle Blue Tel: +966-505660175 Lollipop Tel: +966-2-6643295 Life Tel: +966-2-2844266 Nawal Al-Maimani Tel: +966-2-6606502 Sabine Tel: +966-2-6651572 The Neverland Circus Tel: +966-500398181 Pink or Blue Tel: +966-2-6634452 The Wedding Shop Tel: +966-2-6690808

Custom Thobes

Bazerkaan Tel: +966-2-2560044 HM Tel: +966-2-6828064 Lomar Tel: 920000554 Omar Azure Tel: +966-2-6921773 SAB Thobe Tel: +966-2-6100009 Sindi Tel: +966-2-6678587 Siraj Sanad Tel: +966-2-6979720 Tasmeem Tel: +966-2-6519014 Toby Tel: +966-540576639

Fashion Designers

Afaf Baflah Tel: +966-505325251 Amal Engawi Tel: +966-503613314 Basma Abuljadayel Tel: +966-506634000 Basma Al-Mouawad Tel: +966-533653333 Eman Joharjy Tel: +966-535687773 Fatima Abed Tel: +966-554369993 Gardenia Hafez

Tel: +966-506666230 Hanaa Samman Tel: +966-505350958 Maha Ghalayeni Tel: +966-506661634 Manar Al-Rawi Tel: +966-569169923 Meriam Arab Tel: +966-503333128 Mona Abulfaraj Tel: +966-505652018 Nawal Maimani Tel: +966-2-6606502 Niyaah Tel: +966-500545455 Rania Khogeer Tel: +966-555532571 Rana Ismail Tel: +966-556666881 Rotana Alhashimi Tel: +966-554598449 Sahar Serafi Tel: +966-505622515 Salma Rudwan Tel: +966-504627012 Shaza Khayali Tel: +966-500909321 Thanaa Addas Tel: +966-504664288 Turki Jadallah Tel: +966-506677800 Wed Bogary Tel: +966-504634001

Florists, Plants Al-Khidra Landscaping Tel: +966-2-6913946 Alwan Tel: +966-2-6837239 Arabian Flower Tel: +966-2-6644403 Azhar Rima Tel: +966-2-2564001 Eshrak Tel: +966-2-6643035 Florina Tel: +966-2-6670719 Flowers Center Tel: +966-2-6607391 Flowers Queen Tel: +966-2-6621779 Gardenia Tel: +966-2-6609220 Jannati Tel: +966-2-6984852 Orkidia Tel: +966-2-6833136

Furniture

Shopping Malls

Nargis Flowers Est. Tel: +966-2-6673008 Petals Tel: +966-2-6642519 Rabya Tel: +966-2-6602856 Spring Flower Tel: +966-2-6519684 Sendian Flowers Tel: +966-2-6835679 Sultan Garden Center Tel: +966-2-6686666

Furniture Abdul Latif Tel: +966-2-6913750 Al-Alameya Tel: +966-2-6915188 Al-Amer Tel: +966-2-6977767 Al-Fakhama Tel: +966-2-6355043 Al-Sabban Tel: +966-2-6919900 American Gallery Tel: +966-2-6676031 Batal Design Tel: +966-2-6983288 Bin Shayhoon Tel: +966-2-2574815 Bo Concept Tel: +966-2-6141418 Dimos Tel: +966-2-2830302 Domvs Tel: +966-2-6611447 Estikbal Tel: +966-2-6687511 Haba Tel: +966-2-6687084 Home Plaza Tel: +966-2-6913659 IKEA Tel: +966-2-6633000 Kare Tel: +966-2-6901443 La Maison Colonial Tel: +966-2-2616800 Ligne Roset Tel: +966-2-6634158 Mazar Tel: +966-2-6642626 Mourastarr Tel: +966-2-6980498 MilaDora Tel: +966-2-6615152 NV Tel: +966-2-6684686 Options Tel: +966-2-6824888 Roche Bobois Tel: +966-2-6647272 Visionnaire Tel: +966-2-6988591 Wahat Tel: +966-2-6636267 DESTINATION JEDDAH 41

Al-Khayat Center Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6655558 Shops: BOSS, Burberry, Chanel, Christian Dior, Coach, DKNY, Dolce & Gabbana, Emporio Armani, Fendi, Giorgio Armani, Gucci, Jacques Dessange Salon, Jamalouki, Louis Vuitton, Roberto Cavalli, Rubaiyat, Sergio, Tiffany & Co. & Co., Tods, Yves Saint Laurent Ana Special Prince Sultan St Tel: +966-2-6649155 Shops: Al-Mohra, Almayass, Basics, Buttons, Diva, Fox Fibre, I Love Hishma, Kash Kash, Vaniti, Lilies, Only For You, Set Al-Hoson, Tefa Aziz Mall Prince Majed Rd Tel: +966-2-6162222 Dining: Al-Saaj Al-Refi, AlThawaaq, Baskin Robbins, Burger King, Cinnabon, Conton, Durrat China, Fish World, Hardee’s, Harfi, Indian Express KFC, Krispy Kreme, Kudu, McDonald’s, Mongo, Panino’s, Roma Way, Sheesh Kabab, Shawermar, Starbucks, Sushi King, Taco Hut,Trios.

Supermarket: Panda Shops: Accessorize, Adams, Al-Maghrabi, Al-Sawani, Aldo, Aldo Accessories, Ann Harvey, Athletes Foot, Aussino, B.Bush, Baby Shop, Barratts, Bata, Behavior, Bershka, Bhs, Camieu, Celina, Celio, Charles & Keith, City Max, Claire’s, Damas Jewelry, Dorothy Perkins, Etam, Faces, Femi.9, Gap, Giordano, Howard, Kids, Kotton, La Senza, La Senza Girl, La Vie En Rose, Mango, Mexx, Mikyaji, Milano, Miss Selfridge, Mothercare, Naomi, Nectar, New Look, Next, Nine West, Okaidi, Orchestra, Pans & Co, Paris Gallery, Pom Cherry, Promod, Pull & Bear, Pumpkin Patch, River Island, Riyadh Bank, SGT Major, Showtime, Sports City, Starbucks, Stradivarius, Swatch, Tape A L’Oeil, Terranova, The Body Shop, Urban, Vero Moda, Xanka, Zara, Zoppini 42 DESTINATION JEDDAH

Al-Haddab Center Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6942888 Shops: Centrepoint (Baby Shop, Splash, Shoe Mart, Lifestyle), Home Center, Koton, Mobily, Natuzzi, Sedar, Warde Badriyah Towers Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6062777 Dining: Le Croissant Shop, Quattro Café.

Shops: Babooche, Basket of Pearl, Blend, Boutque Mix, BSX, Denim, Diesel, DKNY, Entra, Free Days, Hawanim, Infiore, Kurta Boutique, Le Style, Levi’s Store, Nowar, Optics2020, Pharmwacy, Samuel and Kevin, Suite 966, T Shirt & Jeans, Tony G’s, U Right, Zearuci Basateen Center Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6611721 Dining: Assaj, Baskin Robbins, Krispy Kreme, La Cerpelrie, Nutellina, Takada.

Shops: Al-Ghazali, Al-Moalim, Al-Sawani Department Store, Anne Klein, Baby Fitaihi, Bakhashwain, Bali, Benetton, Betty Barkley, Esprit, Courier, Glitter, Guess, La Perla, Max & Co., Max Mara, Noon, Opticals, Replay, Rubaiyat, Swish, XOXO Coral Mall Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6607624 Dining: Goodies , Tea Amo. Shops: Adawliah (Yamaha), Armani Jeans, Beach & Beyond, Calvin Klein, Color Be Mine, Ecko, Ed Hardy, FCUK, Geox, Killah, Lacoste, Lindex, Lola et moi, Marlboro Classic, Miss Sixty, Patch Work, Primo, Quick Silver, Serb, St.Dupont, Sun Spot Etoile King Rd Tel: +966-2-6973428 Dining: Steak House.

Shops: Al-Romaizan, Boss, Canali, Come As You Are, Emad Rizq, Fitoshi, Gentle Man, Lomar, Lo Spazio, My Fair Lady, Rawasy, Rubaiyat, The Wall Hera’a Avenue Hera’a St. Tel: +966-2-6942236 Dining: Agadir, Baskin Robbins, Cinnabon, Hot & Crispy Shops: Adams’ Kids, Aldo, Alhomaidhi, Barrats, Bershka,

Camieu, Charles & Keith, Faces, Early Learning Center, Jennyfer, La Senza, La Senza Girl, La Senza Shop, La Vie en Rose, Marks & Spencer, Mikyaji, Mansoon, Nayomi, Nine West, Sergent Major, Sports City, Spring, Swatch, Tape A Loeil, The Body Shop, Wallis, Zain, Zara Kids.

Hera’a Intl. Souq Hera’a St. Tel: +966-2-6540097 Dining: Al-Musbah, AlUmda, Baskin Robbins, Cinnabon, Hot & Crispy, Juice Island, Starbucks.

Supermarket: Danube.

Shops: Adams, Al-Attar, Al-Dahham, Al-Humaidi, Al-Maghrabi, Al-Mualim, Barkley, Benatton, Bershka, Bhs, Celio, Claire’s, Diesel, Esprit, Faces, Giordano, Guess, Health Lines, Jacadi, La Moda, La Senza, Mango, Milano, Mothercare, Naomi, Nectar, Next, Next Kids, Nina, Nine West, Panasonic, Paper Moon, Promod, Quick Silver, River Island, Sisley, Sony, The Body Shop, U2, Zara, Zain, Zimas Jama’a Plaza Jama’a Dist Tel: +966-2-6024580 Shops: Adams, Camaieu Charles & Keith, Giordano, Guess, La Senza, Mikyaji, Nayomi, Promod, Sergent Major, Tape A Loeil Jamjoom Center Palestine St. Tel: +966-2-6685388 Dining: Ice Cream Movenpick.

Shops: Abd Al-Samad AlQurashi for Perfumes, Celio and Longen and Dior, Cileo, Claire’s , Fareed Musalli for Gold and Jewelery, Gazzaz for Perfumes and Make Up, Geox, Jennyfer, Kuwait Airlines, La Senza, Malaysian Airlines, Marks & Spencer, Mikyaji, Milano Shoe, Mother Care, Nayomi, Next, Nectar, Aldo, Promod, Raymond Weil Watches, Starbucks, The Body Shop, The International for Watches, Tokyo Games

Blue Age, Bonia, Jamjoom Center Le Bershaka, Mall Jeddah Mall Boots, Brics, BSB, BSX, C&B, C&K, Tahlia St. Street Palestine Tahlia Street Camille’s Sidewalk, Tel: +966-2-6678666 Tel :+966-2-6685388 Tel:Cameui, +966-2-6600111 Carters, Celio,Express, Chad Valley, Dining: Basket of Dining: Dining: Al-Tajin, Ice Cream Cerebe Coast, D-F-P-T, Debenhams, Cookies, Baskin Robbins, Movenpick.

Layla’s, LeDesigual, CroissantDorthy shop, Perkins, Diesel, Costa Café, Cinnabon, Shops: Abd Al-Samad Cinabbon, Starbucks.

Forever21, Evans, Exit, Faces, Hawaii, Hijaziyat , Hot & Al-Qurashi for Perfumes, Shops: Claire’s, Gap, Accessories, GBK, Girls, H-Flow, H&M, Crispy, Joffrey’s, Le Gadin Hokair, Hush Hush, Style, Celio and LongenPadovana, and Fitaihi Jeweley, KarenIMillen, Suzette, Mongo, Jennyfer, Kikik, Nine La Senza, Panino’s, Steak & Bake, Sushi la Senza, Dior, Cileo, Claire’s , Musalli, West,La Senza Gril, LaRosyblue, Vie En Rose, King Fareed Musalli for Gold Rizq Jewellery, Lady Bird, Life Kids, Limited Shops: Al-Musali & Al- Raies, Rubaiyat and Jewelery, Gazzaz & Shoes), Too, Liz(Bags Claiborne, Lynnes, Barakat Jewellery, Damas, for Perfumes Make Springfield, Mango, Maghrabi Kids, Mini Elite, Eye2eye,and Faces, Gosh, Showtime, Up, Geox, Jennyfer, Swatch, Body Shop. Miss Modu,The Miss Selfridge, Karen Millen, Kipling, Whatever, Mothercare, Nectar, Kuwait Airlines, La Senza, Luxury, Maria Pino, Naomi, Mall of Yorker, Arabia Next,Nike, Nil Yarz, New Swatch, Trussardi, WAIPAI Malaysian Airlines, Marks Al-Haramein Nose, Oasis,Road Okaidi, Opt. Centre, & Spencer, Mikyaji La Promenade Tel:Party +966-9-2000-9550 Princess, Pride of Kashmir, Tahlia MilanoSt. Shoe, Mother Care, Dining: Principle, PullAl-Refi, & Bear, Puma, Al-Saaj Tel: +966-2-6688737 Nayomi, Next, Nectar, Pumpkin Patch, Quiz,King, Ribbon, Brioche Doree, Burger Dining: Al-Forn,Raymond Carmel, Aldo, Promod, Rina, Salhiya, School, Sgt.Major, Larica Espresso, Café Gelato, La Promenade Café, Café SIA, Spring, Stradivarius, Sun & Weil Watches, Lifestyles Café.Starbucks, Shops: Verganano , Cinnabon, Sands Sports, Swiss Corner, Tally The Body Shop, The Budget, Chic Boutique, Charley’s, Conton, CostaTerranova Wejil, TCF, Terranova, International Watches, Coffee, Hardee’s, KFC, Krispy Chole, Femi.9,for Lerre, Kids, The Museum, TPC, Twaila, Lifestyles, Mavi, PaperMoon, Tokyo Games.

Vero,Moda, Viss, Kudu, Vertbaudet, London Quik Sliver, Roxy, Sport Look Kreme Wallis, Warehouse, White Fish&Chips, McDonald’s, Jeddah Mall Le Mall Company, Al-Reef, Zara, Mongo, Pans,Zahoor Roma way, Tahlia St. Street Tahlia Zoppini, ZYNG Shawermar, Starbucks, Tel: Tel: +966-2-6600111 +966-2-6678666 Nojoud King,Center Taco Hut, Thai Dining: Dining: Cerebe Al-Tajin,Express, Basket of Sushi Tahlia St Layla’s, Le Croissant shop, Express, The PizzaAl-Badr Company, Cookies, Baskin Robbins, Shops: Adidas, Optical, Starbucks.

T.G.I Fridays, Tony Roma’s, Costa Café, Cinnabon, Alcott, Alhomaidhi, Bonia, Shops: Accessorize, Claire’s, Zyng (Asian Grill).

Hawaii,Jeweley, Hijaziyat , HotMillen, Cortefiel, Emad Rizq, Faces, Fitaihi Karen Geant.

Feni 9, Gerry Weber, GS Big & & Senza, Crispy, Musalli, Joffrey’s,Nine Le West, Supermarket: la Tall, IAbu Zone, Pumpkin Patch, Shops: Sharaf, Rizq Jewellery, Gadin Suzette, Rosyblue, Mongo, Lora LinaAdams, Sfera, Magrabi, Adidas, Rubaiyat (Bags & Shoes), Padovana, Panino’s, Steak Accesorize, Mango, Mobily, Women’s Showtime, Springfield, Ahmad Abdulwahed, Alpha Secret, & Bake, Sushi King.

Sarafia, Shalky , Smash,Tanagra, Swatch, The Body Shop Opticals, Alshaya, Balad, Shops: Al-Musali & AlVincci Mall ofBarakat Arabia Jewellery, Bershaka, Blue Age, Bonia, Raies, Red Brics, Sea Mall Al-Haramein Rd Boots, BSB, BSX, C&B, Damas, Elite, Eye2eye, Tel: +966-9-2000-9550 King Rd C&K, Cameui, Camille’s Faces, Gosh, Karen Millen, Dining: Al-Saaj Al-Refi, Tel: +966-2-2151551 Carters, Celio, Kipling, Doree, Luxury,Burger Maria King, Sidewalk, Brioche Dining: Applebee’s, Al- Baik, Coast, D-FCafé Espresso, Pino,Larica Naomi, Swatch,Café Chad Al- Valley, Nabulsi, Baskin Robbins, P-T, Debenhams, Diesel, Verganano , Cinnabon, Trussardi, WAIPAI. Bonnon Cup, Burgerino, Disigula, Dorthy Perkins, Charley’s, Conton, Costa Burgerking, Café Larica, Canton, Coffee, Hardee’s, Evans, Exit, Faces, La Promenade 2 KFC, Krispy Forever21, Cheese Cake Factory, Chinese Kreme , Kudu, London Gap, GBK, Girls,Suzette, H-Flow,Cup & Tahlia Street Pearl, Crepe Fish&Chips, McDonald’s, H&M, Hokair, Hush Hush, Cino, Häagen-Dazs, Hardee’s, Tel: +966-2-6688737 Mongo, Pans, Roma way, Hijaziyat, House of Donuts, I Style, Jennyfer, Kikik, La Dining: Al-Forn, Carmel, Shawermar, Starbucks, Sushi Indian KFCLa ,Krispy LaExpress, Senza Gril, Vie Gelato, La Hut, Promenade King, Taco Thai Express, Senza, Kudu, London Fish, EnKreme, Rose, Lady Bird, Life Kids, Café,Pizza Lifestyles Café.T.G.I The Company, MagicToo, Wok,Liz McDonald’s, Fridays, Tony Roma’s, Claiborne, On the Shops: Budget, Chic Zyng Limited Border, Pana Caldo, Pan’s & Co, (Asian Grill)Chole, Femi.9, Lynnes, Mango, Maghrabi Boutique, Roma Way, Santino’s, Second Supermarket: Panda Kids, Mini Modu, Miss Lerre, Lifestyles, Mavi, Cup, Shamiana, Starbucks, Steak Shops: Abu Sharaf, Miss Whatever, PaperMoon, Quik Sliver, House, Swensen’s, Taco Hut, Accesorize, Adams, Adidas, Selfridge, Nectar, New Trios.

Roxy, Sport Look. Alpha Mothercare, Tajin, Tea Amo, Teayana, Ahmad Abdulwahed, Yorker, Next,Nike, Nil Yarz, Supermarket: Danube Opticals, Alshaya, Balad,

Shops: Adidas, Aigner, All Star Converse, Al-Mussali, Al-Refaie, Al-Sawani, Axiom, Barove, Beach & Beyond, Benetton, Bhs, Body Action, Body Shop, Bomby, Bonia, Boroue, Boss, Burberry,Calvin Klein, Change, Claire’s, Coach, Coast, Diesel, Diorucci, Divisage, Dorothy Perkins, Early Learning Center, Elaf (Travel Agency), Escada & Loriel, Esprit, Etro, Evans, Eye Fashion, Faces, Faith, Fanateer, Fashion Top, FCUK, Ferragamo, Fetaihi, Foot Locker, Giordano, Givenchy, Go Sport, Guess, Guess Accessories, Guess Kids, G2000, Izzue,Lacoste, La Perla, Lazourdi, Levis, Life Line, Life Styles, Limited Too, MAC, Mac PC’s, Maghrabi, Maghrabi kids, Mikyaji, Milano, Mommy Me, Montblanc, Mother Care, Naomi, Next, Noon, Nokia, Oasis, Obaji, Occasions, Occulis, Optic Center, Panasonic, Paris Gallery, Patchi, Puma Watches, Replay, Rubaiyat, Rolex, Rouj, S & K (Samuel & Kenvin), Samsonite, Sfera, Sephora, Sergio Rossi, Sony, Sports Wear, Swatch, Tea Gschwender, Tiffany & Co., Tihama (Stationery), Top Shop, Top Man, Versace, Vision Express, XOXO, Zuhur, Zoopini, Al-Reef Roshana Center Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-2635114 Dining: Cinnabon, Crepe Café, Virgin Restaurant & Café Shops: 4U4Ever, Abdul Ghafour Amin Co., Abo Moammar, Abotche, Adawliad, Adnan Jewelery, Adolfo Dominguzs, Ahmed Abdulwahed, Ahmed Adgaish Electronices, Al-Falona Stores, Al-Hamary, Al Garmooshi for Matches, Al-Togbi, Al-Yasr, Al-Arabi Optics, Al-Dawliyah, AMH, Baby Fitaihi, Bajsair, Bayana, Blanco, Change, Courir, Damas, Extra Ordinary, Fayrooz, Fityani, Giordano, DESTINATION JEDDAH 43

Guess, Halawani Audi Visual, Hamza Abd El Rizk Jewelery Damas, Home Appliances & Electronics, Hussain Trading Co., Jeddah International Market, Jollibee, Korloff, LG, Light, Linen Chest, Mohsen, My Fair Lady, Nof Jewelery, On Time Plus, Orange Bed Bath, Plug Ins, Pretty Shoes Yalghi Couture Qeuess, Said Ahmed Al-Ajou (JVC), Saloon Tamim, Samsung, Sandwich, Sarwat, Scholl, Sid, Sony World, Sunglasses Hut, Tamim Shoes, The Wall, Little Book Bookstore, Tuctuc, Zoppini, Zumorrodah Roshan Mall Malek Rd. Tel: +966-2-6226720 Dining: Al-Baik, Baskin Robbins, Chilis, Donut House, Fish World, Fuddruckers, Hardees, KFC, Kudu, McDonald’s, Second Cup Supermarket: Hyper Panda Shops: Abdul Samad AlQurashi, Axiom, Bonia, Callem, Cavlo Rino, Cell Com, Cinnzeo, Claire’s, Colombia Sports Wear, Fendi, Gerry Weber, Giordano, Grand Optics, Gucci, Herffy, Ikks, It’s Mine, Jacqueline Riu, Kashmir, Lingo, Lush Fresh Handmade Cosmetics, Maghrabi, Mango, Mikyaji, Miss Fashion, Missha, Mothercare, Nayomi, Nectar, Panda, Royal Mandaina, Samuel & Kevin, Sayadyah Express, Sensi, Show Time, Stadivarious, Sun & Sand Sports, Swatch, The Body Shop, Timberland, Tom Tailer, Toys R Us, U-Qote, Vavavoom, Versace Serafi Mega Mall Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-2844886 Dining: Al-Baik , Baskin Robbins , Blend , Burger King, Costa Coffee, Gelato, Hot & Crispy, KrispKreme , Kudu, McDonald’s , Mugg & Bean, Seattle’s Best, Subway Supermarket: Danube Shops: Al-Sawani, Baleno, Claire D K, Claire’s, Faces, Go Sport, Life Style, Maghrabi, Pepe Jeans, Samuel & Kevin, Sensi, Swatch, Voyage 44 DESTINATION JEDDAH

Stars Avenue Mall Malek Rd. Tel: +966-2-2754522 Dining: Bert’s Restaurant, Café Italia, Café Ceramique, Crep Café, Deera Café, Goodies, Haagen Dazs, Joe’s Diner, Krispy Kreme, Lina’s Café, Olio Supermarket: Carrefour.

Shops: Agatha, AlGhazalo, Al-Humaidi, AlMutahajibah, Al-Othaim, Al-Shayiya Accessory, Arabian Oud, Little Book Argeterie, Art of Idea, Axiom, Baby Fitaihi, Batteel, BCBG, Benetton, Body Shop, Bonpoint, Borbonese, Breil, Carolina Herrera CH, Champion, Coach, Cole Haan, Collci, Courier, Custo Barcelona, Cute, Derby X, Destination Maternity, Faces, Faith Connexion, Farsi Jewelry, Fayandra, GBK, GC Watches, Geox, Guess Accessory, Guess by Marciano, Hang Ten, Issam Jamal, Jarkas, Jasmine Box, Jimmy Choo, Kanz Al-Sahra, Karen Millen, Khider Rizek, Kohar, Kurt Geiger, La Perla Palace, Lacoste, Lide X, Liujo, L’ Occitane, Lyne’s, Magrabi, Majesty, Mama’s and Papa’s, Marc by Marc Jacobs, Masagh, Max Mara, Mikayaji, Mimosa, Moschino, Mutamiez, My Accessory, Nayomi, Nectar, New Look, Odd Molly, Oliver and Company, Painegonda, Patchi, Paul and Joe, Paul Smith, Penny Black, Petit Bateau, Pomellato, Paul Frank, Pucci, Quick Silver, Replay, Rubaiyat, Rumaizan, Saks Fifth Avenue, Samuel and Kevin, Sensi, Shalky QQ, Space Toom, Stella McCartney, Swarovski, Swatch, Tara Jarmon, Teen2Teen, The Counter, Tiffany, Tipity Toes, Tumi, Vertu, Voila, Waed, Wahat

Al-Jalabiya, Wazer Pharmacy, XOXO, Zanotti Sultan Mall Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-2758992 Dining: Al-Baik, Baskin Robbins, Burger King, Capo Grillo, Casper & Gambini’s, Cinnabon, Coffee Maker, Conton, Hot & Crispy, Kudu Shops: Al-Mashat, Al-Saadami, Al-Dham Watches, Athlete’s Foot, Attitude, B-Bushh, BGN, Bossini, Cardial, Casa Rossi, Cerruti 1889, Chin Chin, Coton, Cute Make Up, Dadida, Dearson, Eyat, F&F, Fashion Shop, Feel Free, Giordano, Go Bo, i2 Telecom, International Styles, R&R, Kodak, LA Lanidar, Lamar, Life Style, Lolet, Lora Lina Paris, Mag, Majed, Majesty, Manash, Mastiha Mikyajy, Nayomi, Orbit, Paris Gallery, Parkadello, Passion De Mode, Pierre Cardin, Pretty Fit, Rieker Antistress, Riyadh Lady, Samsonite, Sayadyah, Simi, Skin Bijoux, Soccer Scene, Spring Field, Teen o Teen, The Body Shop, Tokyo Games, U-mark, Vincci Tahlia Center Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-2634662 Dining: Al-Nabulsi Sweets, Burger King, Canton, Hot & Crispy, Indian Express, Krispy Kreme, Kudu, La Creperie, Mana’ish, Manarat Marakesh, Minimoonz, Mirador, Panino’s, Starbucks Shops: Al-Humaidi, Al-Rayes, Armani Exchange, Bakhsh Jewellery, Birkenstock, Coach, Claire’s, Cope Copine, Daniel Hechter, Du Pareil Au M’em, Emad Rizq, Esprit, Evans, Giordano, Lacoste, La Moda, Laura Ashley, LoraChilli, Laurel, Limited Too, Longines, Make Up Forever, Mac, Mikyajy, Milano, Moawad, Naoumi, Nectar, Omega, Paris Gallery, Pierre Cardin, River Island, Rolex, Rubaiyat,Sanrio, Sephora, Swarovski, Swatch, T.S. Dupont, Terranova, The Body Shop, Tiffany &Co., Tina Tailor,Top Shop / Top Man

Red Sea Coast

The Amazing

Psychedelic Hair-Trigger Triggerfish Text & Photography by Hans Sjoeholm

Titan Triggerfish Balistoides viridescens

Triggerfish are aptly named because of their front dorsal fin which is made of up three tough spines of progressively shorter length. This fin is normally in the down position, retracted into a groove in the head, but can be raised to deter predators. They use this spine, along with the ventral spine, to lock themselves into coral heads or rock crevices when threatened, and once they do they are immovable!

The colorful and varied appearance of the many different species of Triggerfish is a delight to observe. The Orange Tooth Triggerfish is a dark blue with a wide crescent tail and orange teeth. The Picasso Triggerfish looks like it escaped from one of Pablo’s cubist era paintings. The Titan Triggerfish has a bright yellow, crosshatched body, and a smattering of different colors, spots and wild designs around its lips, eyes and tail.

The Titan is sometimes called the Moustache Triggerfish because the darkened area around its mouth looks like a moustache. Triggerfish Redtooth Triggerfish - Odonus niger

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have a distinct swimming style. They rarely use their tails to swim and instead rely on balistiform locomotion, keeping their body straight while undulating their dorsal and anal fins. They cruise around like a hovercraft rather than moving by contorting their bodies from side to side for propulsion.

The Titan Triggerfish (Balistoides viridescens) is a courageous and bold denizen of the reef. Many brave and sensible men have avoided approaching the large fearless Titan Triggerfish, especially when Picasso Triggerfish Rhinecanthus assasi with an erect dorsalfin - endemic to the red Sea and the Gulf of Aden

Titan Triggerfish Balistoides viridescens: This courageous fish rightfully protects its home and will charge at any divers or fish that cross into its territory.

it is nesting. Titan Triggerfish dig a cone shaped crater in the sand and line it with bits of stone and dead coral. After the female lays her eggs in the nest, the male tends to it diligently. He will fan the eggs by blowing a soft jet of water over them and stand guard like a pit-bull. The entire cylindrical area from the sandy cone to the surface of the water is considered the area of the nest.

The Titan shows absolutely no fear when guarding its eggs and can attack seemingly unprovoked by biting or ramming fish, snorkelers or divers entering the nest area.

Titan Triggerfish can accelerate for short distances at a fairly surprising speed, and its body is rock hard. Their protruding chisellike teeth, which are strong enough to crush shells or snip off pieces of coral, would make short order of tender ears or soft flesh. Keep a

safe distance from a Titan Triggerfish nest as a bite or bump may require medical attention.

Threat postures include the Triggerfish facing the intruder while holding its first dorsal spine erect. The Titan Triggerfish will not always bite, but can swim at snorkelers and divers to escort them out of their territory. Other times you may find this creature trying to bring you away from the nest area by swimming in huge circles up to fifteen meters in diameter to attract you away from its nest. Making a horizontal swim away from the nest area is the best escape route. Swimming vertically will mean that you might still be in the nest zone.

This courageous fish rightfully protects its nest by reacting to what it perceives as a threat to its nesting grounds - definitely a lesson for divers to respect the habitats of all fish.

Orange-striped Triggerfish - Balistapus undulatus

Bluethroat Triggerfish Sufflamen albicaudatus - a Red Sea endemic

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Turning Your Red Sea Dreams

Into Reality

with Al-Ahlam Marine Tourism Group The amazing coral reefs off the western coast of Saudi Arabia are rightfully hailed as among one of the top five dive locations in the world.

Allow the multi-faceted Al-Ahlam Tourism Marine Group to transform your diving dreams into a reality – they are the largest and most diversified dive operators in the Middle East, as well as full service marina operators offering boat sales, chandlery, dive gear etc.

With a home base in Jeddah as well as resorts/ marinas in Yanbu, Al Lith in the Farasan Banks, and a future site planned in Jizan adjacent to the Farasan Islands, the Al Ahlam Tourism Group offers a variety of sites and locations suitable for all ages and skill levels.

If underwater exploring isn’t your scene – then dine in style aboard their floating restaurant which seats over 240 people.

The professionals at the Al Ahlam Marine Group ensures that the future of marine-based tourism in Jeddah remains bright – they have firmly established themselves as the leaders of the field.

Al-Ahlam Marine Tel: +966-2-4209590 Fax: +966-2-4209592 Contact: Marketing Manager Ahmad Al-Disoqi, Mobile: +966-504385223 Website: www.alahlam-marine.com

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Dive Shops

& Dive Resorts

Directory AL-KHORAYEF YAMAHA MARINE EQUIPMENT Location: King Rd. next to Auto Mall Tel: +966-2-4202666 mmumtaz@alkhorayef.com Opening hours: Sat - Wed: 8 AM - 12.30 PM, 5.30 PM - 9 PM Thu: 8 AM - 1.30 PM Fridays closed!

BLUE REEF DIVERS Location: Behind Danube, off Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6613931 info@bluereefdivers.com Opening hours: Sat - Wed: 9 AM - 11 PM Thu - Fri: 7 AM - 11 PM Branch: Durrat Al-Arous (50km north of Jeddah) Tel: +966-546154356 DESERT SEA DIVERS Location: On North Obhur Rd. (Creek), near Rose Village Compound GPS: N21°43.685’, E39°06.449’ Tel: +966-2-6561807 Fax: +966-2-6561288 info@desertseadivers.com www.desertseadivers.com Opening hours Sat - Wed: 10 AM - 8 PM Thu - Fri: 7 AM - 8 PM Mondays closed!

Jeddah’s dive shops are the city’s resource for water sports and activities. They are in the know about the latest rules and regulations, do’s and don’ts and offer sound safety advice with a smile.

DREAM DIVERS Location: King Rd. next to Auto Mall Tel: +966-2-2150019 Fax: +966-2-6644892 marketing@alahlam-marina.com eric_fwd@yahoo.com (for boat trips) www.alahlam-marina.com Opening hours: Sat - Thu: 9 AM - 11 PM Fri: 6 PM - 11 PM RED SEA DIVERS Location: Opposite Danube, off Tahlia St. GPS: N21°32.743’, E39°09.727’ Tel: +966-2-6606368 Fax: +966-2-6602064 redseadivers@arab.net.sa Opening hours: Sat-Wed: 9 AM - 11 PM Thurs & Fri 7.30 AM - 11 PM THE ARAB CIRCUMNAVIGATOR Location: Behind Danube, off Tahlia St. GPS: N21°32.790’, E39°09.802 Tel: +966-2-6651304 Fax: +966-2-6608224 www.arabcircumnavigator.com Opening hours: All week: 9 AM - 10 PM

Beach Resorts Andalus Resort: +966-2-6561444 Bahadur Resort: +966-2-2344400 Blue Beach: +966-2-2341900 Coral Beach: +966-2-6561343 Crystal: +966-2-6563032 Dive Village: +966-2-6561980 Durrat Al-Arous: +966-2-6180000 Fal: +966-2-656 0033 Movenpick: +966-2-6555550 Nakheel: +966-2-6066644 Obhur Resort: +966-2-6563030 Remal: +966-2-6561880 Reem Riviera: +966-2-2342332 Sheraton: +966-2-234 2264

Dive Resorts Dive Village: +966-2-6561980 Dream Beach: +966-2-2342266 Durrat Al-Arous: +966-2-6180000 Fal Diving: +966-2-6560033 Ext. 624 Red Sea: +966-2-6562199

Jeddah Marinas Dream Beach: +966-2-2342266 Al-Nakheel Village: +966-2-6562101 Red Sea Marina: +966-2-2340117

Hans Sjoeholm Dive Coordinator

Looking for the basics or instructor level courses?

Hans, a 25-year-veteran diver, is the most qualified in the Kingdom for you to learn from.

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Dining

Around Town

Jeddah’s Restaurants

Under Pressure How do some of Jeddah’s fine dining establishments hold up under high-season pressure? Eid holidays bring locals and visitors eager to enjoy a meal out on the town…but can most restaurants cope with the crowds?

Kanz Obhur

Keeping a firm handle on things

Lovely seaside location makes this restaurant the ideal spot when you’re in the mood for casual al fresco dining. Dinner during the Eid rush was handled capably and professionally with plenty of courteous staff on hand to ensure that food was served promptly.

Grilled shrimp and assorted mixed grill were especially delicious, but the outdoor atmosphere is the real star of the show.

Goodies Showing some heat

Still an all-time favorite, Goodies didn’t disappoint us over the Eid holiday. While some of the dishes didn’t live up to their usual high standards…the staff were quick to correct any errors and the overall experience left us feeling that the customer will always be satisfied after a visit to this restaurant. The open plan seating lends a social feeling while still affording diners privacy – kudos to the interior designers for taking a bold approach to family dining, Saudi-style.

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La Cuisine

Keeping a firm handle on things

Finally, a restaurant which smoothly handled the holiday season as if it were just another normal evening! Their excellent salads and seafood were especially welcome after the Ramadan feasting, perfect for a deliciously flavorful light meal. The overall experience was one of impeccable service, outstanding food, and great ambience, thanks to a recent interior redesign.

Toki

Can’t handle the pressure!

With the reputation as the most expensive Chinese restaurant in town, Toki sadly didn’t live up to its position. While the food retained its overall high-quality, the service and staff crumbled under the pressure of a packed dining room for Eid dinner. Reservations were mishandled, orders were fumbled, and the overall experience didn’t live up to the astronomical bill.

Melange

Can’t handle the pressure!

While their beautiful interior and elegant ambience endures during the rush of the Eid season, their food and service did not survive the crowds. Given the high prices, we expected a much higher quality dining experience with attentive waiters, prompt food service, and a higher level of customer satisfaction. Jean, the charming waiter, redeemed the evening for us with his personality which allowed us to overlook our culinary disappointment, however Melange needs to brush up on their ability to handle the high-season rush.

Chopsticks

Keeping a firm handle on things

Well done surviving your 1st Eid rush! As the new restaurant on the block, Chopsticks withstood the challenge in superlative style, even offering diners a tour of the kitchen. Value for money is the name of the game at this restaurant – it’s good food, good service, good atmosphere – all at a good price. TV screens placed strategically around the dining room allow customers to watch their meal being cooked live by the talented chefs – great entertainment idea!

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Dining

Around Town

Zn Lounge: The Art of Quality Sushi Photos by DJ Staff

A new, undiscovered little gem in Jeddah, Zn Lounge is strictly for sushi lovers.

Affiliated with Shogun Beirut, their main objective is to serve you the freshest, highest quality sushi possible…and they hit the bulls-eye.

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The number of true sushi connoisseurs in Jeddah is happily growing, and Zn Lounge is perfectly situated to fill this growing demand. The vast majority of the menu items are deliciously raw. From basics like Tuna, Hamachi (yellow tail), Salmon and Shrimp sashimi and makis to more exotic combinations that include Unagi (Eel), squid or scallops, Zn goes further and plays with these fresh ingredients, combines them with complimentary sauces and fresh vegetables to make up dishes that are not only a delight to eat, but a treat for the eye too. However, if you’re a not a big fan of sushi, you can still enjoy their excellent teppanyaki and rice dishes.

Located in Roshana Mall, Zn Lounge achieves a quiet, secluded atmosphere with haunting Japanese tunes softly chiming in the background. The setting is clean and simple, with beautiful, custom made wooden tables and elegant silverware (for those of you who haven’t yet mastered using chopsticks). Perfect for those who want a quick light bite in between browsing the shops, or for those who know exactly what they like for their next sushi feast. If you’re feeling adventurous and enjoy being surprised with something new, don’t be afraid to ask the sushi-chef for suggestions.

He’s eager to whip up special creations off the menu – you won’t be disappointed.

Location: Roshana Mall, Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-2634889 Mob: +966 53 559 8855

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Dining

Around Town

In The Mood…

For Steak

Dreaming of sinking your teeth into a succulent, juicy steak? How about envisioning yourself slicing thick slabs of prime rib roast cooked the way you like it, or sampling one of Wolfgang Puck’s famous flat iron steaks? The search for high-quality, restaurant-grade steaks, roasts, and seafood is over. Stop by the Tony G’s store on Rawdah Street for pre-packaged, portion controlled US beef, chicken, and veal. They even have New York Bagels in three flavors as well!

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This exciting new chain sells hotel/ restaurant-grade quality food ingredients directly to the home consumer. This direct sale structure ensures the quality of the handling and storage, while saving the consumer the supermarket chain mark-up.

Their extensive product line includes a mouth-watering array of top quality products such as T-bone and rib eye steaks, milk-fed veal cutlets, Maine lobsters, Alaskan King crab legs, Pacific Northwest salmon, and even Florida stone crab claws. If pre-prepared food is more your style, then the White Castle sliders, Philly Cheese Steak sandwiches, jalapeno poppers, or sliced pastrami are sure to satisfy your cravings.

An experienced team of food professionals with over 35 years in the foodservice operations have anticipated the discerning tastes of their customers. High quality products coupled with smooth cus-

tomer service by knowledgeable staff is a winning combination. With no deposit required on pre-orders, a click of your mouse on the Tony G’s website will facilitate your shopping experience. Complete with recipes, reviews, and new product suggestions, this website will encourage you to eat-in instead of heading out for gourmet food. With the money you’ve saved on restaurant tips, splurge on one of Tony G’s tempting desserts – either the pecan pie or the NY cheesecake will transport you to dessert heaven. You can even go to their website to vote on new items for them to import.

With a ‘100% satisfaction guaranteed’ promise, you really have nothing to lose.

Take advantage of the pre-order discount today!

Location: Al Badriyah Tower Tel: +966-2-6065030

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Dining

Around Town

Calling All Bread-Lovers

of Jeddah Delifrance is a bakery, a café, and a fullservice restaurant rolled into one, but you’d be forgiven for focusing on the bakery alone as their baked goods are the real star attraction. From authentic French croissants to pastries to warm rolls – you can’t go wrong no matter what you order. Just the scent of rising dough and baked bread, which permeates the entire place, will awaken your appetite – heavenly!

Made-to-order sandwiches using freshly baked bread are available in a variety of hot and cold styles, including the ever-

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popular Panini and Pizza Baguettes. Their famed breakfast offerings are reminiscent of European cafes with innovative cheese, bread, and jam samplings. If you’re watching your carbohydrate count, you can still enjoy a delicious salad – both the Nicoise and the Greek versions are among the best in town. Hot entrees include quiches, chicken cordon blue, and beef fillet medallions – all executed to a high standard befitting a much fancier establishment. In addition, bite-size snacks such as vol-auvents and croquettes are tempting when you’re in the mood for a light lunch. With

professional staff and friendly service, Delifrance has managed to successfully combine all the elements necessary to ensure lasting customer loyalty.

Although Delifrance is a worldwide presence with over 25 years as a leader in French bakery products, their Jeddah locations are all personally inviting.

Their attention to detail and emphasis on international standards of quality and service ensure that your visit will resemble a stop at a French patisserie or café. European ambiance, French food, and reasonable

prices all contribute to Delifrance’s continuing popularity on the local food scene. If you haven’t stopped by recently… head over to your nearest location for a reminder about France’s well-deserved reputation as the ‘gourmands of the world’!

Locations: Prince Sultan St. Tel: 920009950 Atallah Center Tel: 02-6997861 Al Andalus Mall Tel: 02- 6303672 Al-Salamah Center Tel: 02-2567196 Al Malek Rd. Diner’s Square Tel: 02-6905775 Opening Soon: Palestine St. across Jamjoom Commercial Center

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New York Cab Pizza When you’re craving pizza which is both amazingly delicious as well as surprisingly nutritious, then track down the New York Pizza Cab Co. in Mohammadiyah Dist. It may be off the beaten track, but luckily they are known for their speedy delivery service to all parts of Jeddah.

They have the largest pizza I’ve ever seen in Jeddah – 45cm for only SR45 – enough for an average family of 4 or 2 extremely hungry young men. Since they only have pizza on the menu, it’s a good thing that their specialization has paid off. The pizza is available with the standard toppings – we tried the vegetarian option and it was excellent. The crust was perfect, neither too crispy nor too chewy, but just right. The toppings were fresh and tasty – overall, the pizza made me feel as if I was eating a healthy meal since it wasn’t too oily or greasy either.

The New York Pizza Cab Co. may not be part of a huge franchise or a household name…yet, but for overall pizza satisfaction, it hits the spot!

Location: Mohammadiyah District Tel: +966-2-6947972 58 DESTINATION JEDDAH

By Samar Al-Shami

She’airaeyah

She’airaeyah is a quick and easy dessert which often graces Ramadan tables, but it’s so delicious that many Jeddahwis enjoy it year-round. Believed to be a traditional Hijjazi dish, variations on this sweet vermicelli recipe can be found across the Middle East and Asia. Young and old adore this flavorful creation - it can even be topped with slivered almonds and raisins for a festive twist.

Ingredients

2 1/2 cups vermicelli 1/4 cup vegetable oil 2 tsps cardamom powder 1/2 cup sugar 2 cups water

Preparation Method: Dissolve the sugar in the water over medium heat.

Separately, heat the oil and add the vermicelli.

Keep stirring until it becomes golden brown, and then add the cardamom powder and the sugar water until it fully absorbs the water.

Mystery Diner The Chocolate Bar Executive Chef Rasheed Khan Elaf Jeddah Hotel

Seafood Bisque in Bread Bowl Ingredients Bread Bowl: Bake from scratch or hollow out purchased round loaf of bread.

Seafood Bisque: 500grms mixed seafood (diced, sautéd / blanched) - reserve 2ltrs clear fish stock 100 grms leek & celery, diced 100 grms garlic, smashed 200 grms flour 5 grms dill leaves chopped 200 grms tomato paste 200 grms butter 4 bay leaves 1 cup fresh cream salt & pepper to taste

Preparation Method: Sauté vegetables and garlic in a large open pan with butter till golden brown, then add flour and sauté for further 5 minutes. Add tomato paste and sauté for a further 5 minutes prior to adding fish stock and bay leaves.

Simmer for 1 hour and strain using a fine strainer.

Now pour the soup in to the bread bowl, add the diced seafood, fresh cream, and chopped dill leaves.

Your seafood bisque soup is now ready to be served with garlic toast!

Treat your sweet tooth this month to some rich, creamy, chocolaty… everything! At the Chocolate Bar, you’re spoilt for choice on how you want your chocolate: brownies, cake, truffles, milkshakes – they have the works! This café/restaurant has a full menu, but most people gather here for the sinful chocolate desserts in the stylish and trendy interior. A popular spot located in Rawdah Star, it’s easy to pop in for a sweet ending to your evening.

The Chocolate Bar has a friendly buzz to it, and the service is very welcoming.

Even though the place was pretty busy, the staff seated us promptly & our food arrived pronto. We began with the Chicken Alfredo and the Tuna Sandwich, which were both pretty good. Well, the Chicken Sandwich not so much – it was on the bland side and would have benefited from a jazzier sauce/spread.

As for the cafe’s namesake dishes, we ordered the Chocolate Milk Soufflé and the Chocolate Brownie Lovers - both were just delicious! All in all, a great place to go to get more of what the doctor didn’t order.

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Chocolates

Restaurants

Directory American

Americano Burger Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-6728488 American Corner Khalideya St. Tel: +966-2-6060188 Applebees Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6610012 Chili’s Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6634760 Flap Jacks Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6605020 Fuddruckers Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6686330 Manhattan Hilton Hotel Tel: +966-2-6590000 Muchos Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6613111 Mugg & Bean Serafi Megamall Tel: +966-2-6573333 ext. 334 On The Border Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-2150841 Ruby Tuesday Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6501999 Steak House Malek Rd. Tel: +966-2-6829955 T.G.I Friday’s Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6529330 The Texan Meridien Hotel Tel: +966-2-6633333 Tony Roma’s Mall of Arabia Tel: +966-2-6123534 Uno’s Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-6221320

Asian Fusion

Voila Lounge Millenium center Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6684343

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Bakery

Al-Emad Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-2575268 Al-Zawaq Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6605061 Atayeb Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6642150 Bonbon Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6697655 Cheesecake Factory Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6690895 Crusty Rawdah St. Tel: 920026633 Helen’s Kitchen Kayyal St. Tel: +966-2-6977729 La Fraise Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6511312 Le Croissant Shop Khalideya Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6065184 Le Gourmet Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6605061 Le Notre Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6602803 Le Vendome King Rd Tel: +966-2-6924606 Lite Bite Sari St Tel: +966-2-6989081 Obhur Tel: +966-2-6562262 Minimoonz Tahlia Center.

Tel: +966-507702501 Munch Bakery Arafat St. Tel: +966-2-6605010 Samadi Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6642424

Brazilian

Hanviv Sultan Mall Tel: +966-594276234 Spears Intercontinental Hotel Tel: +966-2-6611800

Al Pina King Rd Tel: +966-2-6905885 Anoosh Sari St. Tel: +966-2-6832209 Chocolate Corner Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6630449 Chocolate Sense Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-2847740 Ganache Rawadah St. Tel: +966-2-6601390 Caramel Rawda St. Tel: +966-2-6688527 Chocoline Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-2842846 Dactylifera Prince Sultan St. Tel: +92008182 Miss Chocolate Rawda St. Tel: +966-2-6638989 Nesma Chocolates Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-6947790 Red Sea Mall Tel: +966-2-2150141 Arafat St. Tel: +966-2-2845820 Patchi Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6695858 Studio Chocolate Khalideya St. Tel: +966-545426500 Voila Chocolate Millenium Ctr. Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6684343 Stars Avenue Tel: +966-2-2754411

Chinese

Baytote Chinese Dlv. Rawdah Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6164442 China Gate Sari St. Tel: +966-2-6970672 China Hut Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-6625898 Durrat China Prince Abdullah St. Tel: +966-2-2616885 Golden Palace Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6690377 Gulf Royal Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6653335 Noodles Rosewood Corniche Tel: +966-2-2578888 Toki Laylati,Malek Rd. Tel: +966-2-6060606 Xian Gong Sheraton Hotel Tel: +966-2-6992212

Coffee & Tea Shops Best Cup Khalideya St. Tel:+966-2-6063619 Book Cafe Prince Sultan St. Tel:+966-2-66831830 Campioni Sports Cafe Batarji St. Tel: +966-2-6395695 Cappuccino Grand Cafe Hamra Dist.

Tel:+966-2-2891009 Cilantro Cafe Tahlia St. Tel:+966-2-2611191 Chai & Ba Khalideya Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6642084 Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf Al-Shate’e Dist.

Tel: +966-2-2753914 Coffee Republic Corniche St. Tel:+966-2-6637575 Costa Coffee Sari St. Tel: +966-2-6067741 Craze Rawda Star Center Tel: +966-2-6653065 Deera Cafe King Rd Tel: +966-2-2754491 Joffrey’s Coffee Tahalia St. Tel: +966-2-6677234 Melange Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6695619 MoonMilk Al-Shatee, Prince Naif St. Tel: +966-2-2886229 Soleil Rosewood Hotel Tel: +966-2-2578888 Starbucks Sari St. Tel: +966-2-6067790 Tea Amo Tahlia St./ Coral Mall Tel: +966-2-6601738 TeaGschwendner Red Sea Mall Tel: +966-2-2150695 Teayana Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6681660 Tea Rose Andalus St. Tel:+966-2-6688233 Uromshi Cafe Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-6066668

The Exciting New Fast Food Joint Remember the stories of huge lines outside the first McDonald’s in Jeddah? You had to wait for hours to get your food. There was quite a buzz around the city that this gigantic international brand had arrived.

Well, a similar thing took place recently: Jollibee, a well-known name from the Philippines, opened a store in Jeddah International Market.

Thousands went in the restaurant’s first few weeks of business. One thing was certain – they LOVED this place. Kids and families were taking photos with Jollibee’s iconic mascot: a big red and white smiling bee named Jollibee wearing a blazer and a chef’s hat. People were talking about it on their blogs and to everyone around them - they simply loved this place!

So what’s the fuss about?

Well, it all started with ice cream… in 1975, a young man by the name of Tony Tan and his

family opened a small ice cream parlor in the old streets of Cubao, Philippines. Sometime in 1978, Tan and his family engaged the services of a management consultant, named Manuel C. Lumba, who convinced them to shift their business focus from ice cream to burgers.

Fast-forward three and a half decades, and now Jollibee is an American-style fast-food restaurant with close to 700 outlets in the Philippines alone! Jollibee has also gone global, opening up stores in several countries, including the U.S. So how did Jollibee beat the Americans at their own game?

I’m sure the taste had something to do with it…

Jeddah Locations: Khalideya Souq Tel: +966-2-6984043 - Jeddah Intl. Mall Tel: 02- 6693010- Al-Balad Tel: 02-290 7995

Dates

Bateel Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6630373 Kingdom of Dates Tel: +966-2-6590838 Salheya Tel: +966-2-6973281 Talah Dates Sari St. Tel: +966-2-6837887 Tamraty Al Murjan St. Tel: +966-2-2902385

Fast Food

Al-Tazaj Tahlia St Tel:+966-2-6683371 Big Bite Rawdah St. Tel: 920001219 Burger King Sari St. Tel: +966-2-6394375 Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-6836062 Capo Grillo Khalideya Dist.

Tel:+966-2-69829152 Domino’s Pizza Shate’e Tel: +966-2-6065633 Obhur Tel: +966-2-6561888 Forn Wa Saj Rawdah Dist.

Tel: +966-2-2574747 Gado Gado Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6514774 Obhur Tel: +966-2-6560787 Hardee’s Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6613360 Herfy Corniche Rd Tel: +966-2-6829276 Hot Waves Corniche Rd Tel: +966-2-2757241 Jan Burger Hera’a St. Tel: +966-2-6924679 Joe’s Diner Khalideya Dist.

Tel: 920005637 62 DESTINATION JEDDAH

Exciting news for gourmet food lovers of Jeddah!

Tony G's Gourmet Foods Our mission is simple: To provide the discerning food customers of Jeddah with the best steaks, seafoods, poultry, veal, lamb and other specialty products that North America has to offer.

We only purchase the best five star restaurant grade products for your enjoyment at home. We sell these products directly to you, the consumer, at wholesale prices.

Not available in supermarkets!

visit us at www.tonygsgourmetfood.com for full details

Jollibee Khalideya Souq Tel: +966-2-6984043 Jeddah Intl. Mall Al-Balad Al-Qetar Square Kayyal St. Kaddoura Palestine St. Tel: +966-2-6683844 KFC Tahalia St. Tel: +966-2-6613356 Kudu Tel: 8001240061 Little Caesar’s Hera’a St. Tel: +966-2-6823018 Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6749687 McDonald’s Rawdah St. Obhur Tel: +966-2-6560017 Mister Burger Al-Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6822223 Panino’s Obhur Tel: +966-2-6561911 Arafat St. Tel: +966-2-6654264 Khalideya Dist.

Tel:+966-2-60647171 Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6676991 Papa John’s Hera’a St. Tel: +966-2-2568116 Peruvi Shate’e Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6923393 Pizza Hut Hamra Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6513113 Al-Naeem Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6548890 Obhur Tel: +966-2-2341962 Quiznos Sub Sari St. Tel: +966-2-6068014 Subway Khalideya Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6063493 Wonder Burger Delivery Tel:+966-2-2830808

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French

Bert’s Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6606633 Black & White Palestine St. Tel: +966-2-6610611 Cafe Lenotre Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-2611222 Champs-Elysées Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-2845454 Crêpe Café Roshana Mall Tel: +966 -2-2634989 Stars Avenue Tel: +966-2-2754522 Delifrance Prince Sultan St. Tel: 920009950 La Cuisine Palestine St. Tel: +966-2-6630363 Le Ciel Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6525354

International

Al-Amwaj Hilton Jeddah Tel: +966-2-6590000 Al-Safina Hilton Hotel Tel: +966-2-6590000 Al-Shurafa Al-Hamra Dist Tel: +966-2-6602743 Al-Shurafa Lounge Qasr Al-Sharq Tel: +966-2-6599999 Andalusia Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-6063210 Barnie’s Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6696201 Beaux Arts Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6983028 Black Rose Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6672953 Blue Diamond Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6605301 /6605310 Bubbles Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6697655 64 DESTINATION JEDDAH

Not Just fine Chocolate

Location: Inside Teatro Mall on Tahlia Street Tel: +966-2-2611222

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Café Aroma Al-Hamra Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6605160 Café Céramique Malek Rd. & Sari St. Tel: +966-2-2754668 Cast & Crew Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-2616770 Gelato Palestine St. Tel: +966-2-6635524 Chilli Grill Khalediya St. Tel: +966-2-6928383 Green Island Corniche Rd. Tel: +966-2-6941234 /6940999 Harley Café Tahlia St. Tel:+966-2-6651010 Habsburg Rosewood Hotel Tel: +966-2-2578888 Java Lounge Andalus St. Tel: +966-507533090 Joooss Corniche St. Tel: +966-2-2757090 Le Chalet Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6642330 Le Notre Coffee Shop Alhamra Dist Tel: +966-2-6517527 Lolita Café Obhur Tel: +966-2-6562369 Lost City Alhamra Dist Tel: +966-2-6655773 Montarosa Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-6391393 Pearls Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6642233 Sibon Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-6063143 Tche Tche Cafe Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-6223091 Toasted Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-2616747 Vertigo Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6633241

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White Sari St. Tel: +966-2-6068171 Zodiac Palestine St. Tel: +966-2-6607548

Ice Cream

Baskin Robbins Musaediyya Tel: +966-2-6640574 Gelato Palestine St. Tel: +966-2-6635524 Movenpick Corniche St. Tel: +966-2-6823366

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Italian Angelicos Pizzeria Hamad Al Jaser St in Rawdah Dist Tel: +966-2-6622964 Aldente Sari St. Tel: +966-2-6970220 Amore Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-2847779 Al-Forn Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6612874 Balsamico Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6633115 Balsamico Too Malek Rd Tel: +966-565345317 Bice Qasr Al-Sharq Tel: +966-2-6599999 Casper & Gambini’s Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6672020 Castello Khaled Ibn Al-Waleed St. Tel: +966-2-6652281 Ciao Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6653710 l Gusto Palestine St. Tel: +966-2-6600337 66 DESTINATION JEDDAH

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l Gabiano Corniche Rd. Tel: +966-2-6587042 l Villaggio Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6688233 l Porto Westin Hotel Tel: +966-2-6588200 Isabella Al-Zahra Dist.

Tel: +966-2-2566008 Lallo’s Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6614719 Obhur Tel: +966-2-6561113

l’Olivo Arafat St. Tel: +966-2-6687494 La Promenade Café Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6688712 La Villa Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6673434 Maggianos Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6606625 Olio Stars Avenue Tel:+966-2-2754811 Pizza Fusion Rawda Star Center Tel: +966-2-2616933 Pane Caldo Red Sea Mall Tel: +966-2-2150393

Pizza Lenou Corniche Rd Tel: +966-2-6140663 Pizza Napoli Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6927796 Portofino Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6655855 Salues Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6680335 Scalini Habitat Hotel.

Tel: +966-2-2578800

Japanese

Benihana Sands Hotel / Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6686014 Ginza i chome Rosewood Hotel Tel: +966-2-2578888 Le Japonais Westin Jeddah Tel: +966-2-6588200 Ohayo Al-Rawda, Al-Kayal St. Tel: +966-2-6836789 Osaka Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6645956 Shogun Lounge Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-6062288 Sushi Yushi Attallah Center Tel: +966-2-6997854 Tempura Yakituri Sari St. Tel: +966-2-6392468 Wakame Rawdah St. Tel:+966-2-6682003 Zn Lounge Roshana Mall, Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-2634889 Mob: +966535598855

Middle-Eastern Abu Shakra Al-Hamra Dist Tel: +966-2-6645111 Abu Zaid Hera’a St Tel: +966-2-6936633 Al-Dawwar Al-Masri Red Sea mall Tel: +966-2-2150390 Al-Fairouz King Fahad St. Tel: +966-2-6703911 Al-Nakheel Corniche Rd Tel:+966-2-6066644 Al-Wada’a Corniche Rd Tel: +966-2-6555550 Al-Rausha

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Delivery

Hera’a St. Tel: +966-2-6541460 Al-Zawaqa Sari St. Tel: +966-2-6916004 Areej Zaman Sultan Bin Salman St. Tel:+966-2-6597122 Bab Al Yemen Shate’e Dist.

Tel: +966-2-2899090 Bait Al-Buff Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-6917578 Beiruiti Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6686354 Obhur Tel: +966-2-6562606 Bhar Sari St. Tel: +966-2-6973420 Byblos Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6697655 Chez Siram Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-2616910 Cusine Halawani Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6688900 French toast Tel: +966-2-6397773 Goodies Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6657721 Stars Avenue Tel: +966-2-2754527 Grand Prix Café Corniche Rd Tel: +966-2-2631846 Green Island Café Corniche Rd Tel: +966-2-6990090 Kan Ya Makan Al-Hamra Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6697777 Manuosha Sari St. Tel: +966-2-2565275 Mataam Al-Sharq Qasr Al-Sharq Tel: +966-2-6599999 Mathag Zaman Khalideya St Tel: +966-2-6067553 Palm Beach Salamah Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6394007 Redan Tel: +966-2-6542949 Roody Across from Al-Shatee Souk Tel: +966-2-6919126 Free Delivery: 8007555544 Saddah Tel: +966-2-6055982 DESTINATION JEDDAH JEDDAH 6868DESTINATION

Shami Corniche Rd. Tel: +966-2-6065353 Shawarmatac Tahlia St. Tel:+966-2-6688994 Sheesh Kabaab Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6712047 Sheikh Manqoush Imam Malik Rd off Sari St.

Tel: +966-2-6837330 Shoro Quraish St. Tel: +966-2-6626246 Taktaka Khalideyah Tel: +966-2-6064148/ 6060790 Yildizlar Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6531150

Moroccan

Nosh Lounge Hera’a St. Tel: +966-2-6543888

Persian

Al-Khayyam Hilton Hotel Tel: +966-2-6590000 Jahan Andalus St.

Play Area

Shisha

Sea View

Tel: +966-2-6571427 Sultani Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6693898 Tikka Express Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6631825

Sea Food

Al-Danah Corniche Rd Tel: +966-2-6990090 Al-Hori Restaurant & Amusement Park Tel: +966-502724033 Al-Multaqa King Rd Tel: +966-2-6066666 Atlantis Tahlia St. Tel:+966-2-6611800 El Bengala Tel: +966-2-6166332 Fish Market Al-Hamra Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6611800 The Manhattan Fish Market Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6141900

Sweets/Dessert

Al-Mahawi Sari St.

Wi-Fi

Outdoor Seating

Tel: +966-2-2575739 Al-Samadi Sweets Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6642424 Cheesecake Factory Tahlia St. Tel:+966-2-6690895 Crunchez Red Sea Mall Tel:+966-2-2150145 Dactylifera Prince Sultan St. Tel: +920008182 Dunkin Donuts Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6919652 House of Donuts Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6675224 House of Kunafa Sari St. Tel: +966-2-6918125 Krispy Kreme Stars Avenue Mall Tel: +966-2-2754744 Sa’d Al-Deen Sweets Sari St. Tel: +966-2-2752600 Shakuna Desserts Rawdah Dist Tel: +966-540409144 La Vendome Tel: +966-2-6924606

South-Asian

Asia Restaurant Sari St. Tel: +966-2-6828525 India Gate Sharafiya Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6440276 Mahrajah Palestine St. Tel: +966-2-6656558 Kohinoor Ramada Hotel Tel: +966-2-6670777 Marhaba Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6636201 Raj Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-2632137 Shezan Sari St. Tel: +966-2-6621086 Taj Mahal Khalideyah Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6979698

Thai

Location: Equestrian Club ,Corniche al Hamra next to park hyatt hotel

for reservation: 02-2891009 www.grupocappuccino.com

Papaya Next to Sawari Mall Tel: +966-2-2753425 Thai Thai Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-6913808

Plan Your Next Getaway

Today!

As one of the leading tour operators in the Kingdom, Anan Tours is uniquely positioned to fulfill a wide variety of traveler’s requirements. From visiting UNESCO Heritage Sites in Sri Lanka to following the Formula 1 Race Tour around Europe, the sky’s the limit when you contact Anan.

They also offer visa services, honeymoon packages, trips to health & fitness resorts and full-service tours of exotic locales as well as superbly tailored trips within KSA. Don’t miss out on the upcoming ‘Sook Okaz’ in Taif which runs from Sept. 28 – Oct. 19, 2010. Okaz was a famous Arab souk and one of the oldest cultural centers in Arabia, renowned as the premier commercial, social, cultural, literary and professional forum during the pre-Islam period. A little known fact about the Okaz Souq from the olden days: it was the place where the best poems were selected to be posted on the walls of the Kaaba in Mecca! Okaz continues to be a gathering place for the celebration of poetry, literature, and drama.

Anan Tours, as the accredited tour operator of Sook Okaz, is offering 1 & 2-day tour packages including transport, food, lodging, and a professional guide. If you are unable to travel to Taif, Anan Tours has renewed their focus on local tourism – marvelous adventures await you on your doorstep, so book now for premier spots.

For reservations and inquiries: Anan International Tourism Tel: 920006678 Mob: 0544629916 Email: info@anantours.com Website: www.anantours.com

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Travel

Directory Airlines Airport Information Tel: +966-2-6855526 Air Algerie Tel: +966-2-6515232 Air Arabia Tel: 920013322 Air Canada / United Airlines Tel: +966-2-2632959 Air France Tel: +966-2-6512000 Air India Tel: +966-2-2632994 Air Sahara Tel:+966-2-6641233 American Airlines Tel: +966-2-6651333 Ariana Afghan Airlines Tel: +966-2-6611222 Austrian Airlines Tel: +966-2-6644222 British Airways Tel: +966-2-92000 2215 Biman Bangaladesh Airlines Tel: +966-2-6652733 BMI-British Midland Tel: +966-2-263 3009 Cathay Pacific Airways Tel: +966-2-6670224 Continental Airlines Tel: +966-2-6693376 Cyprus Airways Tel: +966-2-6696304 Dallo Airlines Tel: +966-2-6513008 Delta Airlines Tel: +966-2-6570555 Ethiopian Airlines Tel: +966-2-6512996 Egypt Airlines Tel: +966-2-6449007 Etihad Airways Tel: +966-2-6640026 Garuda Indonesia Tel: +966-2-6656121

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Gulf Air Tel: +966-2-6680303 Jet Airways Tel: +966-2-6602332 Kenya Airways / Korean Airlines Tel: +966-2-2632959 Ext. 108 Kuwait Airways Tel: +966-2-6675415 KLM Royal Dutch Airlines Tel: +966-2-6512000 Ext.43 Iran Air Tel: +966-2-6656975 Lufthansa Airlines/ Swiss International Airlines Tel: +966-2-6514000 Malaysian Airlines Tel: +966-2-6670011 Middle East Airlines Tel: +966-2-6449150 Nas Air Tel: 920001234 Nesma Airlines Tel: +966-2-2833102 Oman Airlines Tel: +966-2-6577979 Pakistan International Airlines Tel: +966-2-6422642 Phillipine Airlines Tel: +966-2-2632959 Ext.100 Qatar Airways Tel: +966-2-6652942 Royal Air Moroc Tel: +966-2-6502222 Royal Jordanian Airlines Tel: +966-2-6652195 Sama Tel: 920005588 Saudi Arabian Airlines Tel: 920022222 Singapore Airlines Tel: +966 9200 18081 Syrian Arab Airlines Tel: +966-2-6513077 Thai Airways

Tel: +966-2-6613524 Turkish Airlines Tel: +966-2-6636787 Wafeer Tel: +966-2-4202510 Yemenia Airlines Tel: +966-2-6445564

Hotels AB for Elaf Hotel Co(5-star) Tel: +966-2-2150525 Al-Amin Hotel (2-star) Tel: +966-2-6482874 Al-Andalus Toppna Delux Villas

(4-star) Tel: +966-2-6632369 Al-Aziziah Hotel (3-star) Tel: +966-2-6492900 Al-Bader Hotel (5-star) Tel: +966-2-6310000 Al-Bay’ah Hotel (3-star) Tel: +966-2-6444446 Al-Balad Hotel (3-star) Tel: +966-2-6442179 Al-Bustan Hotel (4-star) Tel: +966-2-6692164 Al-Bilad Hotel (4-star) Tel: +966-2-694 4777 Al-Dar Al-Baydaa (4-star) Tel: +966-2-6827771 Al-Fayrouz Hotel (3-star) Tel: +966-2-6270696 Al-Hamra Sofitel Hotel (5-star) Tel: +966-2-6602000 Al-Haya Jeddah Continental

(4-star) Tel: +966-2-6633332 Al-Hofouf Hotel Tel: +966-2-6520100 Al-Janadreia Apartments Tel: +966-2-6173824 Al-Janoub Hotel (2-star)

Airlines

Tel: +966-2-6486844 Al-Kaki Hotel (4-star) Tel: +966-2-6310071 Al-Malekah Hotel Tel: +966-2-6751764 Al-Manea Hotel (5-star) Tel: +966-2-6823509 Al-Msaadeyah Hotel (3-star) Tel: +966-2-6603116 Al-Nahdha Hotel (3-star) Tel: +966-2-6471158 Al-Nakheel Hotel (3-star) Tel: +966-2-6475127 Al-Saaha Hotel (4-star) Tel: +966-2-6514121 Al-Waha Hotel (4-star) Tel: +966-2-6715043 Ascor Co Tel: +966-2-6066425 Cairo Hotel (3-star) Tel: +966-2-6483870 Crown Plaza (5-star) Tel: +966-2-6611000 Dallah Airport Hotel (4-star) Tel: +966-2-6857788 Dourat Cornich Hotel (5-star) Tel: +966-2-6561225 Habitat Hotel (4-star) Tel: +966-2-2578800 Jeddah Hilton (5-star) Tel: +966-2- 6590000 Holiday Inn (5-star) Tel: +966-2-6314000 InterContinental (5-star) Tel: +966-2- 6611800 Jeddah Marriott Hotel (5-star) Tel: +966-2-6714000 Jeddah Orchid (4-star) Tel: +966-2-6070777 Le Meridien Jeddah (5-star) Tel: +966-2-6633333 Movenpick (4-star) Tel: +966-2-6676655 Park Hyatt Jeddah (5-star) Tel: +966-2-2639666 Qasr Alsharq (5-star) Tel: +966-2-6599999 Radisson SAS (5-star) Tel: +966-2-6521234 Ramada (5-star) Tel: +966-2-6670777

Hotels

Red Sea Palace (4-star) Tel: +966-2-6428555 Rosewood Corniche

(5-star) Tel: +966-2-2578888 Sands Hotel (4-star) Tel: +966-2-6692020 Sand Dunes Hotel (4-star) Tel: +966-2-2562020 Sheraton Hotel (5-star) Tel: +966-2-6992212 Sunset Hotel (4-star) Tel: +966-2-6605000 Westin (5-star) Tel: +966-2-6588200

Travel Agencies Ace Travel TEL: +966-2-6056002 www.ace-travel.com Al-Tayyar Group Hotline: 9200 12333 Tel: +966-2-6577333 www.altayyargroup.com Al-Zouman Travel & Tourism Tel: +966-2-6512525 www.alzouman.com.sa Alireza Travel & Tours Tel: + 966-2-6481360 www.Alirezatravel.com Anan Tours Tel: + 966-2-6659916 www.anantours.com Attar Travel & Tourism Tel: +966-2-6611222 www.attar-travel.com Bin Raffah Travel & Tourism Tel: +966-2-6644111 Bin Mahfoudh Travel & Tourism Tel: +966-2-6481055 Ejazati Tel: +966-2-6530055 www.ejazti.com Elaf Travel & Tourism Tel: +966-2-6646559 www.elaf group.com Fal Travel & Tourism Tel: +966-2-6838999 www.faltravel.com.sa Fernas Travel & Tourism

Travel Agencies

Tour Operators

Tel: +966-2-6677472 www.fernastravel.com Intercontinental Travel Company Tel: +966 -2- 6677988 www.itc-Icc.com Kanoo Travel & Tourism Tel: +966-2-2632959 www.kanoogroup.com Mansour Al-Masaad Travel & Tourism Tel: +966-2-6647066 Mawasim Tours Tel: +966-2-6657700 Nile Travel Agency Tel: +966-2-6645999 Portfolio Travel ltd.

Tel: +966-2-6604500 T & TS Travel & Tourism Tel: +966-2-6914465 Top Adventure Travel & Tourism Tel: 920022216 Saudi Travel & Tourism Bureau Tel: +966-2-6633737 www.sttb.com Sakkap Travels Co. Tel: +966-2-6060018 Speed Flight Travel & Tourism Agency Tel: +966-2-6440100 Yasin Travel & Tourism Agency Tel: +966-2-6476276 Zahid Group Travel & Tourism Tel: +966-2-6525670

Tour Operators Al-Samaklky foundation Tel: +966-2-6640662 www.samallaghi.com Arabian Camp Tel: +966-505664137 www.arabiancamp.com Arabian & Expat’s Tours Tel: +966-2-6580663 trailcheta@hotmail.com Al-Shitaiwi Travel & Tourism Tel: +966-2-6794022 www.alshitaiwitours.com Platin Luxury Travel Services Tel: +966-2-6575266 www.platin.com.sa

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Spirituality

The

History of Hajj

By Salma Al-Amoudi

Performing Hajj is a must for all financially and physically capable Muslims. The Prophet Muhammed (PBUH) first performed Hajj in the year 10 H/632 AD, but many of the acts performed in the pilgrimage come from Prophet Abraham’s (PBUH) time and are based on occurrences related to his and his family’s lives.

For example, on the third day of Hajj, pilgrims throw stones at three designated pillars that embody the temptations of Satan. The throwing of the pebbles at the pillars comes from the story of Satan’s attempt to dissuade Abraham and his family from following God’s orders to sacrifice his son. The first pillar represents Satan telling Abraham not to kill his firstborn son, Ishmael. Abraham refused Satan and maintained that he will follow God’s orders.

He then threw rocks to send Satan away.

Then Satan went to Hagar, Abraham’s wife and Ishmael’s mother. He told her of Abraham’s plan to sacrifice their son, but when she learned that it was the order of God, Hagar complied with God’s wish, and she too threw rocks where the second pillar now stands at Satan to keep him away.

Satan then went to Ishmael, trying to stir up thoughts of fear and hesitation. Ishmael, though, knew that the sacrifice was a divine order, and he threw rocks at Satan to send him away at what is the third designated 74 DESTINATION JEDDAH

pillar. When Abraham prepared to sacrifice Ishmael, God replaced Ishmael with a sheep for Abraham to slaughter instead.

Another example is the traditions associated with Al-Safa and Al-Marwa. Prophet Abraham was commanded by God to leave Hagar and baby Ishmael in the desert area now known as Makkah. As time passed, Ishmael got thirsty, but Hagar was without provisions. In a desperate search for water for herself and her son, Hagar walked back and forth between the two hills, Al-Safa and Al-Marwa seven times. After her seventh trip, water surfaced from an underground spring now known as Zamzam.

These stories tie present-day Muslims to a long, rich history of Islam which is alive and well in the current Hajj rituals. Learning more about the reasons behind the rituals will make the Hajj experience a thoroughly spiritual and educational experience.

Islamic Education Sources 1) One way to Paradise.

Abu Mussab Wajdi Akkari delivers fortnightly lectures at the IMC. He conducts Aqeedah Wasatiyyah classes on Saturdays at the Islamic Education Foundation (Hay Al-Mushrifah) between Maghrib and Isha. Friday mornings (9:30 AM) Tafseer class at Jeddah Dawah Center.

For more information: www.onewaytoparadise.net

2) Islamic Education Foundation

Ladies’ Section in Alhamra, Corniche and Balad.

Tel: 691-7515; 691-7533

3) Islamic Cultural Center for Ladies.

Situated next to Manarat School. Classes Saturday and Wednesday evenings on various topics.

Tel: 617-2179

4) Western Nationalities Dawah Organisation holds various social events for expats.

For more info: www.aljamah.org or www.wndo.org 5) IMI (Ideal Muslim Institute).

IMI holds classes on understanding the Qur’an and Tajweed in English, Urdu and Bengali. The venue is off Khalid Bin Waleed Road, Sharafiyah, next to Al-Abeer Polyclinic.

Tel: 614-3001

6) Jeddah Arabic Center. Located in Hay Salamah or Sari St. Arabic classes registration began September 4, and classes begin October 4.

Email: jeddaharabiccenter@gmail.com

7) Jeddah Dawah Center.

Website: www.jdci.org

8) Cultural Exchange Center.

Conducts Arabic classes for men.

Website: www.cec.org.sa All information thanks to Saudi Life : http://www.saudilife.net/ spotlight/85-events/237-islamic-activities-in-jeddah.html

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Religious

Directory

Accommodations Close to the Two Holy Mosques:

Madinah

Tel: +966-4-820-1000

Le Meridien Madinah (4-star) Khalid Bin El-Waleed St. Tel: +966-4-846-0777

Marriott Madinah (5-star) Omer Ibn Al-Khatab St. Tel: +966-4-818-0000

Movenpick (5-star) In front of Al-Safeya Bridge Opposite Al-Haram

Al-Ansar Golden Hotel (4-star) Few steps away from Al-Haram

Tel: +966-4-818-8888

Al-Ansar New Place (4-star) Al-Siteen St.

Tel: +966-4-820-8084

Al-Ansar Silver Hotel (4-star) Al-Siteen St.

Tel: +966-4-816-0008

Al-Haram Hotel (5-star) Abi Zar Rd

Tel: +966-4-828-2222

Tel: +966-4-829-0177 Tel: +966-4-820-7770

Tel: +966-4-820-7117

Ramada Al-Hamra(4-star) Abi Zar St. Ramada Al-Qibla(5-star) Islamic Court St. The Madinah Oberoi (3-star) Abi Zar St.

Tel: +966-4-818-2300

Makkah

Tel: +966-4-815-5500

Ajyad Makkah (4-star) Ibrahim Al-Khalil St.

Tel: +966-4-829-0000

Al-Kadesia Hotels (3-star) Ajyad St.

Tel: +966-4-818-1114

Al-Shohada Hotel (5-star) Ajyad St.

Tel: +966-4-818-1000

Dar Al-Manasek Hotel (4-star) Ibrahim Al-Khalil St.

Tel: +966-4-820-8884

Elaf Ajyad Hotel (4-star) Al-Masafi St.

Tel: +966-4-829-0180

Elaf Al-Sud Hotel (4-star) Ajayad Al-Sud St.

Tel: +966-4-820-7777

Elad Kindah Hotel (5-star) Al-Messyaal St.

Tel: +966-4-820-6666

Hawazen Hotel (3-star) Gazzah St.

Al-Karam Hotel (4-star) King Abdulaziz St. Andalus Classy Hotel (4-star) King Fahad St.

Tel: +966-2-572-0500

Andalus Dar Al-Khair Hotel (4-star) Few steps away from Al-Haram

Tel: +966-2-570-0866

Anwar Al-Madinah Movenpick (4-star) in the Courtyard of Al-Haram

Tel: +966-2-574-4401

Barakat Andalus Hotel(4-star) Al-Siteen St.

Tel: +966-2-539-4444

Dallah Taibah Hotel (4-star) King Fahad St., crossing Al-Siteen St.

Tel: +966-2-572-2200

Dar Al-Hijra InterContinental (4-star) King Fahad St.

Tel: +966-2-570-8586

Dar Al-Iman InterContinental (5-star) Off Al-Siteen St.

Tel: +966-2-574-5555

Dar Al-Taqwa InterContinental (5-star) Off Al-Siteen St.

Tel: +966-2-575-5575

Durrat Andalus Hotel (4-star) King Fahad St.

Hijrah St.

Green Palace Hotel (4-star) Abi Zar St.

(5-star)

Hotel Elaf Taibah (3-star) Saad Bin Maaz St.

Le Meridien Makkah (5-star) Ajyad St.

Hilton Madinah (5-star) King Fahad Road Few steps away from Al-Haram

Le Meridien Towers Hotel

Tel: +966-4-829-1111 Tel: +966-4-829-1114

Hilton Makkah & Towers (5-star)

Tel: +966-2-534-0000

InterContinental Dar Al-Tawhid Ibrahim Al-Khalil St.

Tel: +966-4-826-9040

Tel: +966-2-541-1111

Tel: +966-4-818-0050

Tel: +966-2-575-1111

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(5-star)

Rawabi Ajyad road

Tel: +966-2-539-9999

Manazel Al-Ain Mesrcure (4-star) Al-Azizia St. Tel: +966-2-557-8000

Mercure Grand Um Al-Qura (5-star) Al-Jamaiza St. Tel: +966-2-570-2212

Mercure Hibatullah Hotel (4-star) Um Al-Qura St. Tel: +966-2-549-8855

Mouta Hotels (4-star) Asshibikah Jobal St. Tel: +966-2-543-5553

Ramada Makkah Hotel (5-star) Ajyad St. Tel: +966-2-577-1448

Ramada Makkah Shubaika (5-star) Al-Shubaika St. Tel: +966-2-546-0024

Sheraton Makkah Hotel and Towers (5-star) Gazzah St. Tel: +966-2-576-0000

Zam Zam Grand Suites (5-star) Adjiad St. Tel: +966-2-571-5555

The Pillars of Islam and Iman What Every Muslim Must Know About His Religion

By Shaikh Muhammad Bin Jamil Zeno

Shaikh Zeno explains the 5 pillars of Islam in a lucid and impressive manner. The in depth discussion regarding faith and belief in the first part adds immeasurable value to this book. To prove any point, he first presents the verses of Noble Qur’an, then he puts all the related authentic Hadith before the reader; afterwards, if he finds it necessary, he cites a few quotations from the early scholars and Islamic jurisprudence.

Available at Jarir Book Store

24 hours Islamic Call Centers:

If you have any questions, need a certain Fatwa, or are just curious about Islam in general, the Cooperative Office for Call and Guidance at Al-Badiah under the supervision of the Ministry of Islamic Affairs offers a 24-hour call service in several languages.

Tagalog Tagalog Tagalog Tamil

Mohammed Moshfiq Al-Rahman

Asadullah Othman

Bengali

0503425235

Urdu

HAJJ SERVICE ALERT Society’s Friends is offering a wonderful Hajj service free of charge to transport elderly people between 60-70 years of age who would like to perform Hajj but are financially unable to do so.

Call +966-2-6919999 for more information.

Hajj & Umrah Visa: www.hajinformation.com

Useful websites:

1- www.biblioislam.net 2- www.tvquran.com 3- www.rasoulallah.net 4- www.islamonline.com 5- www.quranexplorer.com 6- www.islam-guide.com 7- www.islamweb.net 8- www.islamicity.com 9- www.theholyquran.org 10- www.al-mawrid.org DESTINATION JEDDAH 77

Healthy Living

Basics for a Healthy, Happy Future Cancer 101

By Dilara Hafiz

The dreaded ‘Big C’. No one wants to hear those frightening words: “I’m sorry to inform you that you have cancer.” But this diagnosis seems to be on the increase worldwide - it’s rare to meet someone whose family has not been touched by an experience with cancer.

Rather than ignoring this disease, arm yourself with some cancer basic knowledge so that even if you can’t guarantee that you will never come face-to-face with cancer…at least you’ll be equipped for the best outcome.

Prevention – Mayo Clinic recommendations • Stop smoking! (23% of men in KSA smoke) • Eat a healthy, low-fat diet high in fruits & vegetables • Exercise regularly to maintain an active lifestyle & healthy weight (28% of men & 44% of women in KSA are obese)

Male

• Wear sunscreen & avoid peak midday sun • Immunize against Hepatitis B/HPV • Avoid risky behavior (drug-related needle sharing, unprotected sex) • Go for regular medical check-ups/cancer screenings Statistics from 2006 World Health Organization KSA Study

3,898

Colo-rectal 414 10.6%

NHL 351 9.0%

Leukemia 296 7.6% Liver 291 7.5% Lung 232 6.0% Prostate 228 5.8% Skin193 5.0%

Hodgkin Disease173 4.4% Bladder 169 4.3% Stomach 162 4.2%

Female

Figure 2.3 Ten Most Common Cancers Among Saudis 2006 78 DESTINATION JEDDAH

4,156

Breast 981 23.6% Thyroid 424 10.2% Colo-rectal 370 8.9% NHL 234 5.6% Leukemia 212 5.1% Corpus Uteri 140 3.4% Skin 134 3.2% Ovary 132 3.2% Liver 125 3.0% Hodgkin Disease 120 2.9%

General Cancer Awareness Lavendar

Cancer Survivorship Yellow

Bladder Cancer Yellow

Bone Cancer White

Brain Cancer Gray

Breast Cancer Pink

Male Breast Cancer Pink & Blue

Childhood Cancers Gold

Colon/Colorectal Cancers Dark Blue

Esophageal Cancer Periwinkle

Gynecological Cancer Lavendar

Head & Neck Cancer Red & White

Hodgkins Disease Orchid

Kidney Cancer Green

Leukemia Orange

Lung Cancer Clear of Pearl

Lymphoma Red

Melanoma Black

Multiple Myeloma Burgandy

Oral Cancer Beige

Ovarian Cancer Teal

Pancreatic Cancer Purple

Prostate Blue

Sarcoma Bright Yellow

Teen Cancers Teal & White

Testicular Orchid

The different cancer ribbons and what they mean

Early Detection/Diagnosis

Treatment

Millions of people die of cancer each year‌ yet many cancers have a 90% survival rate if detected early enough! A late diagnosis can reduce the survival rate down to a scary 10%, especially for lung cancer, ovarian cancer, and breast cancer. According to a 2006 study conducted by the Saudi Cancer Registry, there is a rising incidence of ALL types of cancer in KSA. Over 11,000 cases were reported in 2006 – this number is predicted to rise to over 30,000 in the next 15 years.

The most common treatments for cancer include surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy. Newer, less physically invasive alternatives are under development, especially in cases where the side effects are often worse than the cancer itself. Targeted therapy, immunotherapy, and bone marrow transplants are just some of the avenues under exploration.

Test Mammogram Pap Smear PSA Test Colonoscopy Mole Observation

Can Detect Breast Cancer Cervical Cancer Prostate Cancer Colon Cancer Skin Cancer

In some cases where a cure is not possible, doctors seek to prolong life as well as simultaneously improve the quality of life for the patient. According to the World Health Organization, the most advanced forms of treatment may produce a 5-year survival rate of 75% or more for certain types of cancer, (cancer of the uterus, breast, testes, and skin).

Statistics: Saudi Cancer Registry Ministry Of Health, Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia

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Healthy Living

A Haven of Well-Being for Women

Mothers, daughters, wives, sisters – no matter what the label - women the world over often neglect their own health due to the demands of family and work. But women in Jeddah are fortunate to have the services of the Al Bidayah Center at their fingertips.

What originally began in 2005 as a center for breast-feeding support, the Al Bidayah Center now offers holistic life-style services and affordable programs which satisfy the requirements of a full spectrum of women’s health issues.

The feminine, nurturing environment begins when you step through their doors.

Informational brochures and posters offering advice on basic health issues run the gamut from pregnancy, childbirth, breast-feeding, and beyond – their range of resources is truly remarkable. The professionally educated staff on hand are caring and compassionate, willing to take the time to dispel the many misconceptions surrounding breast-feeding and feminine health.

Useful medical equipment associated with newborn ailments and breast-feeding issues are also available for rent. Hard to find items such as ‘Bili Beds’ for newborns suffering from jaundice as well as standard breast pumps and breast-feeding comfort pillows are all on offer. Beautifully 80 DESTINATION JEDDAH

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packaged gift baskets in different sizes are thoughtful gifts for the new mother, complete with breast feeding support products and informative literature – all the essentials to ensure harmony in the home are neatly packed for your convenience.

Lectures Basics of Breastfeeding:

This class explores the importance and benefits of breastfeeding, the disadvantages of formula feeding, position and feeding patterns, and managing common challenges most new mothers face.

Basics in Pregnancy and Childbirth:

This class helps women understand the meaning of a healthy pregnancy. In class we

will talk about the natural development of a growing fetus, the stages of labor transition and the delivery. Pain relief and delivery options are also discussed with expecting mothers.

1. Peer Counseling Program (PCP). This

This class offers important information on breast cancer, differences between benign (non-cancerous) tumors and malignant (cancerous) tumors, the importance of early detection and treatment options. The class focuses on prevention through monthly breast self-examination, awareness, diet and lifestyle.

2. Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative (BFHI).

Courses

Breastfeeding Counseling

Breast Health (Diseases & Causes)

CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) & First Aid

Al Bidayah Center is certified by The Saudi Heart Association to teach and issue certificates to participants of these essential courses. These classes offer instruction on taking charge in emergencies and provide simple techniques to help save lives.

Breastfeeding Management & Promotion

These courses create an understanding of how to share information about breastfeeding with other mothers properly.

In addition, the participants are required to visit maternity wards to practice helping new mothers breastfeed.

program was developed by the La Leche League International, for which they issue certificates and membership for participants.

This is a forty-hour course developed by UNICEF and World Health Organization (WHO) to train health care workers on how to counsel breastfeeding mothers.

Services Here we offer one-on-one sessions.

These are scheduled by appointment with a breastfeeding counselor to help new mothers with the challenges they may face.

Bidayah means ‘beginning’…allow the Al Bidayah Center to assist you during the early days of the beginning of the rest of your child’s life. Factual information coupled with sympathetic advice will guarantee future generations of women who grow up with happy, healthy attitudes towards their own bodies. The only haven of its kind in KSA, the Al Bidayah Center should be an essential stop for all new mothers.

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Healthy Living

Post- Su mme r …

Pam p e r Yo u r s e l f PAMPERING CARE Labello, the world’s No. 1 lipcare brand Labello, the world’s #1 lipcare brand, releases their newest ‘Labello Milk & Honey’ lip balm. Treat your lips to their very own spa experience with this decadent formula which blends the pampering qualities of milk with the soothing extracts of honey. Enriched with UV protection as well, your lips will feel soft, smooth, and supple - it’s ideal to face the changing Jeddah climate!

Web site: www.labello.com

A HAIRCARE INNOVATION: ELIMINATE FRIZZ INSTANTLY. New Adv. Techniques Lotus Shield from AVON Inspired by the Lotus Leaf, which maintains its beauty in water and has a natural shield to prevent moisture from penetrating the surface, Advance Techniques Lotus Shield forms a humidity-resistant barrier on the hair’s surface to control frizz—even at 97% humidity! The result is beautifully polished hair. The non-greasy, leave-in treatment eliminates frizz instantly - hair is silky smooth for up to 3 days.

Customer service number 920018018 Web site : www.avon.com.sa

WRAP YOURSELF IN SEDUCTION Hervé Léger Femme And Hérve Léger Homme Hervé Léger Femme is for the sexy, empowered and confident woman. Its woody floral scent of Chinese Magnolia and Sicilian Pink Grapefruit is enhanced with Moroccan Orange Flower blended with Honeywood, ending on a smoked base of warm Benzoin Tears, Cypress Wood and Vanilla.

Hervé Léger Homme is for the man with style and sharp sophistication. This spicy woody fragrance is a seductive blend of crisp Indian Ginger and Japanese Yuzu, heightened with a woody, amber finish.

Customer service number 920018018 Web site : www.avon.com.sa

YOUR SKIN SAVIOR Kaya Skin Clinic’s ‘Aqua Radiance’

‘Aqua Radiance’ - a range of specialized treatments which offers all the four essential skin care solutions – exfoliation, hydration, nourishment and lymphatic drainage. Cooling, soothing supersonic jet streams of water penetrate the deepest layers of skin, removing the layers of dead skin cells and restoring the skin’s youthful luster. The jet streams also infuse therapeutic elements to revitalize the skin cells, followed by a customized skin nourishment process.

Exclusively available at Kaya Skin Clinics Location: Sultan St. Tel: +9662-2-6165808

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Moroccan Bath:

Photo By Lina Malaika

Exotic luxuries

For an out-of-this-world spa experience…there’s nothing to compare to the authentic Moroccan bath (hammam). A combination of a steam treatment and full-body exfoliation, this tradition reaches back hundreds of years and is rooted in customs of both the Roman and Ottoman empires.

It’s on offer at spas and beauty salons throughout Jeddah, but try Viva La Vie’s luxurious version for an indescribably relaxing and pampering experience.

You’ll first enter an exquisitely tiled private sauna where you relax upon a marble bench while warm water scented with sprigs of lavender and rosemary is poured over your body. This initial opening of the pores is followed by a gentle soaping with an herbal creamy, soap concoction in order to remove surface dirt and oils. You then leave the sauna for a rinsing, followed by a thorough body exfoliation with a Moroccan loofah glove designed to buff your skin while invigorating your circulation. Moroccan mud scented with rose water is then slathered all over you and kneaded into your skin during an energetic massage. Another rinsing, another soaping – this time with a fragrant floral soap, followed by final

rinsing and then a heavenly massage with Argan Oil – the oil of the argan tree which is found in only one forest at the edge of the Sahara Desert and hailed for its anti-aging, regenerative properties. Most international cosmetic companies use argan oil as a base for all their facial and body treatments.

In the Middle East, this luxury was once the domain of brides-to-be before their wedding night in order to ensure the utmost cleanliness and silky-smoothness of the entire body. Luckily for women everywhere, they don’t need the excuse of a matrimonial in order to indulge in a Moroccan hammam…give your skin the ultimate wake-up call with this refreshing, yet relaxing spa experience.

Viva La Vie Beauty Salon Khalideyah District Tel: +966-2-6929163 Moroccan baths are available at a number of salons in Jeddah. Prices vary and most salons offer package deals which include a bath treatment as well as massages or facials.

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Healthy Living

Green Living

GREEN LIVING:

Going-Green Tips

Green living can be easily achieved in today’s world, with ever-improving technology and a wealth of resources available to those who are interested.

Imagine living in Jeddah prior to airconditioning…phew, makes you sweat already. But people existed quite comfortably in the Middle East, the Sun Belt of America, SubSaharan Africa, and many other places where the temperature routinely reaches over 45C. Their secret? Sensible home construction.

A way of life

Green Quote of the Month “If you want one year of prosperity, plant corn. If you want ten years of prosperity, plant trees. If you want one hundred years of prosperity, educate people.”

-Chinese Proverb

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Survive the desert heat the old-fashioned way

1. Insulate your roof with traditional insulation, grow a roof garden, or use reflective white paint to repel the sun’s rays.

2. Use window coverings like exterior shutters, window shades, or heavy curtains to block out the direct sunlight.

3. Hot air rises, so keep upper windows open during the night to allow hot air to escape. Use fans to circulate the interior air.

4. Keep your kitchen cool by reducing oven/stove usage in daytime, or ideally construct a simple outdoor BBQ/cook top to keep the heat outside.

5. Use a hint of mint or the cooling effects of cucumbers in your beauty products. Soaps, scents and lotions which contain these ingredients are popular natural ways to cool off.

rganic Shops

Stores in Jeddah that provide organic food:

Bait Al-Seha (House of Health)

Rawdah Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6691003 Mob: +966-54608108

Organic Bakery

Mob: +966-500571717 Tel:+966-2-6707111

Watania Organic Products

(fruits & vegetables, dairy, meat, seeds, and manufactured products) Abdul Rahman Al- Sudairi St. Tel: +966-2-6915082

Abazeer Organic Products

Tel: +966-2-6612285 / +966-2-6676157

Al-Shoula on Madineh Road Tel: +966-2-607 3890

Organic Shop Nofa Holdings

Provides a variety of organic products Alshoalla center - Madinah Rd Tel: +966-2-6073890

Danube, Bin Dawood Supermarkets Provides a varietyof organic products 84 DESTINATION JEDDAH

Drop-Off New/Used School Supplies Here!

By Serene Feteih

Back to School

Smarts

The beginning of the new school year is a perfect opportunity for smart, antipollution, back to school shopping. A great way to reduce pollution is not to create it in the first place, so reduce waste by reusing or recycling. Get the kids involved in the purchases to generate excitement which will last the entire year.

* If you bring your lunch to school, package it in trendy, reusable containers instead of disposable ones. Bring drinks in an insulated bottle instead of disposable bottles – the variety of choices are mind-boggling.

*

Before you shop, see what you already have at home. Backpacks, folders, and binders from last year can all be reused – jazz them up with some fun stickers or sew-on patches!

* Buy supplies wrapped with minimal

packaging or buy products that come in bulk sizes. Packaging accounts for more than 30 percent of all the waste generated each year.

* Try carpooling. You can lower air

pollution levels and decrease traffic in your community. Besides, kids will enjoy socializing with their friends or relatives each morning.

* Encourage your school to organize a

recycling program if they don’t already have one.

* Pass along unneeded books to friends, relatives, or younger schoolchildren.

Schools rarely replace all their required textbooks each year.

Charity Society in Jeddah (Al-Bir) Al-Zahra Dist Tel: +966-2-6391100 Faisaliah Women’s Charitable Foundation Al-Rowaid Dist Tel: +966-2-6535000 Mawakib Al-Ajr Khalidya Dist Tel: +966-2-6062430 / 6062433

The Hidden Costs of

Air Conditioning

Everyone knows the shock of receiving an outrageously high electricity bill, but did you realize that the hidden costs are far worse than a drain on your budget? Although life without A/C can’t be seriously contemplated these days, Planet Earth and its inhabitants would all benefit from turning off the A/C on those days when the temperatures dip into a comfortable zone.

The worst side effect of over usage of A/Cs on the environment is from the release of hydro fluorocarbons – an essential component of most air conditioner units. A/Cs depend upon electricity to operate, and most electric plants burn fossil fuels – a major destroyer of the ozone layer along with hydro fluorocarbons, which in turn exacerbates the heat of the sun’s rays which reach Earth. So this selfdestructive cycle is actually worsened by the use of A/C, especially in hot climates which will eventually suffer even more with rising temperatures.

A common side effect of living with A/C is an increase in upper respiratory infections, especially amongst the very young and the very old. Health problems are actually exacerbated by abrupt temperature changes, yet we all move from A/C homes to hot exteriors to A/C cars to hot exteriors to A/C offices and shopping malls. Transitioning slowly between extremes is recommended.

Finally, the impact of A/C on society cannot be understated – it has created a culture of isolation where people live behind closed doors and windows rather than freely sharing communal life on the street or through open windows.

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Gym & Health Centers

Health & Beauty

Directory Clinics Al-Ansar New Clinic Tel: +966-2-6933379 Al-Gadeer Polyclinic Tel: +966-2-6722535 Al-Hamra Clinics Tel: +966-2-6655588 Al-Haramin Polyclinic Tel: +966-2-6474850 Al-Madina Medical Clinic Tel: +966-2-6881288 Andalusia Dental Center Tel: +966-2-2611111 Dr. Edrees Podiatric Clinics Tel: +966-5-00506507 Dr. Effat Daghostani Clinics Tel: +966-2-6601729 Hay Al-Sabeel Polyclinic Tel: +966-2-6480792 Hera’a Polyclinic Tel:+966-2-6920724 Ideal Clinics Tel:+966-2-6635444 Magrabi Eye & Ear Clinic Tel:+966-2-6655200 Orthopaedic Specialty Clinics Tel: +966-2-6922298 Saudi American Clinic Tel: +966-2-6605050

Gym & Health Centers Fitness Time Tel: +966-2-6226369 Gold’s Gym Tel: +966-2-6912077 Hiltonia Gym Tel: +966-2-6590000 Hummer Gym Tel: +966-2-6671212 King Faisal Specialist Tel: +966-2-6677777 Power In Gym Tel: +966-2-6061516 Ryan Polyclinic Tel: +966-2-6322848 86 DESTINATION JEDDAH

Z-Club Tel: +966-2-6690204 Women Bugshan Outpatient Tel: +966-2-6691222 Ext. 899 Henaa Center Tel: +966-2-6714619 Chamelle Plaza Gym Tel: +966-2-6634355 Dr. Soliman Fakeeh Tel: +966-2-6655000 Ext. 1501-1503 The Lift Tel: 8001247775 Men Ba’Azem Body Building Tel: +966-2-6448844 Brazilian Jiu Jiutsu Tel: +966-552065722 B Well Gym Tel: +966-2-6066477 KAI Gym Tel: +966-2-6684466 Spot Tech Tel: +966-2-6071129 Star Power Club Tel: +966-2-6776177 Kids Junior Gym Tel: +966-2-6911925 Sporty Kids Tel: +966-2-6993586

Hospitals Abuzinadah Hospital Tel: +966-2-6510652 Al-Ansar Hospital Tel: +966-2-6825105 Al-Hamra Hospital Tel: +966-2-6653939 Al-Hayat Hospital Tel: +966-2-6367778 Al-Safa Tel: +966-2-6937262

Al-Quds Medical Dispensary Tel: +966-2-6970224 Bakhsh Hospital Tel: +966-2-6479666 Bugshan General Hospital Tel: +966-26691222 Dr. Erfan & Bagedo Tel: +966-2-6820022 Dr. Ghassan N. Pharaon Tel: +966-2-6823200 Dar Al-Shifa Saudi Tel:+966-2-6822900 Dr. Siddiqa Hospital Tel:+966-2-6721763 Dr. Soliman Fakeeh Tel: +966-2-6655000 Hai Al-Jamea Hospital Tel: +966-2-6806666 International Medical Center Tel: +966-2-6509000 Jeddah Clinic Hospital Tel: +966-2-6313131 Jeddah Institute for Speech and Hearing Tel: +966-2-6675311 King Abdul Aziz University Tel: +966-2-6401000 King Faisal Specialist Tel: +966-2-6677777 /6365028 Magrabi Eye & Ear Hospital Tel: +966-26365000 Mostagbal Hospital Tel: +966-2-6875255 Mushrifah Medical Center Tel: +966-2-6654366 New Al-Jedaani Hospital Tel: +966-2-6368100 New Jeddah Clinic Hospital (NJCH) Tel: +966-2-6675000 Saudi German Hospital Tel: +966-2-6829000 United Doctors Hospital Tel: +966-2-6533333

Pharmacies Abo Dawood Tel: +966-2-6877210 Al-Ajuwad Tel: +966-2-6473436 Al-Ameera Tel: +966-2-6055638

Hospitals

Al-Ansar Tel: +966-2-6050010 Al-Awad Tel: +966-2-6591800 Al-Atta Tel: +966-2-6773314 Al-Azizeyah Tel: +966-2-6206981 Al-Hamra Tel: +966-2-6440108 Al-Marzouki Tel: +966-2-2717136 Al-Nahdi Tel: +966-2-6658687 Al-Sudais Tel: +966-2-6737679 Tel: +966-2-6058962 Al-Wasfah Tel: +966-2-6826198 Alya Tel: +966-2-6449254 Amal Tel: +966-2-6429486 Amira Tel: +966-2-6746001 Asia Tel: +966-2-6390553 Bin Muteab Tel: +966-2-6890964 Daan Tel: +966-2-6284405 Jamjoom Tel: +966-2-6081111 Jehhar Tel: +966-2-6973401 Noura Tel: +966-2-6685500 Rana Tel: +966-2-6984972 Remedies Tel: +966-2-6563048

Spa & Beauty Centers Al-Megayena Tel: +966-2-6655763 Alexandre Zouari Tel: +966-2-6656161 Beauty Alliance Tel: +966-2-6681381 Body Line (men only) Tel: +966-2-2631859 Bouthaina Tel: +966-2-6631809 /6691901 Carmen Center Tel: +966-2-6648122 Chamelle Plaza Tel: +966-2-6656807

Pharmacies

Spa & Beauty Centers

Dar Al-Moda Tel: +966-2-6526660 Dr. Edrees Foot Spa Tel: +966-5-00506507 E Spa Tel: +966-2-2632093 EVE Salons Tel: +966-2-6923131 Garra rufa Tel: +966-2-2635018 Jaques Dessange Tel: +966-2-6695458 Jamalouki Tel: +966-2-6651888 Lamasat Tel: +966-2-6834002 Lila’s Beauty Parlour Tel: +966-2-6622676 Lucie Saint Clair Tel: +966-2-2832020 Mana Center Tel: +966-2-6066628 Mervat Center Tel: +966-2-6630676 Miracle Parlour Tel: +966-2-6739597 Nadoleen Center Tel: +966-2-6633972 Nail care Tel: +966544408585 Nirvana Tel:+966-2-6681634 Oriana Tel: +966-2-6220773 Planet Beach Tel: +8001247776

Serenity Center Tel: +966-2-6648353 Soleil d’Or Spa Tel: +966-2-2842233 Spada Tel: 920010099 The Spa by Clarins Paris Tel: +966-2-6599999 Viva La Vie Tel: +966-2-6929163 Tel: +966-2-6060338 Zowaina Tel: +966-2-6656311 7L House Tel: +966-2-6532812

Veterinary Clinics Al-Seleouly Veterinary Tel: +966-2-6312169 Ext 103 European Veterinary Clinic Tel: +966-2-6676330 Emergency:+966-506530565 Happy Pet Vet Clinic Tel: +966-2-6164030 Jeddah Veterinary Clinic Tel: +966-2-6912896 North American Veterinary Tel: +966-503671822/ 0562111786 Tahliah International Tel: +966-2-6695554 Emergency: +966-504698810 Veterinarian@yourservice Mob: +966-562111786 Waleed Veterinary Clinic Tel: +966-2-6656084

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GAMES SUDOKU Complete the grid so that every row, column and 3x3 box contains every digit from 1 to 9 inclusive

Test Your Perception Locate the origin of this photograph cut-out within the magazine pages

Crossword ACROSS

1. A tan is a sign your skin has been ___ 2. A _____ tumor is cancer 3. The _____ pyramid shows you how to eat healthy 4. Bananas are in the ___ food group 5. Cancer affects the body’s _____ 6. _____ is an operation to take out a tumor 7. Wear sunglasses to protect your ____ 8. _____ therapy uses special highenergy rays to damage cancer cells

DOWN

1. _____ therapy helps make the immune system stronger 2. A _____ tumor is not cancer 3. Cancer is not _____. You can’t “catch it”.

4. Chemotherapy causes some people to lose their _____ 5. _____ uses special medicine to destroy cancer cells 6. Wear sunscreen to protect your _____ 7. You should eat fat, oils, and _____ in small amounts

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Puzzle Words Find the listed hidden words, the words may be hidden in any direction. Once you have found all the words, the remaining letters will spell a secret message.

Active Appointment Benign Cancer Chemotherapy Death Doctor Exercise Fruit Health Life Malignant March Medicine Nurse Pills Pink Radiation Ribbon Xray

Education Knowledge 1. What is the single biggest risk factor for getting breast cancer?

2. Are lumps in the breast always an indication of breast cancer?

3. How often should you check your breasts?

4. Do only women get breast cancer?

5. What is a woman’s risk of getting breast cancer in an average lifetime?

6. Does wearing an underwire bra increase your risk of getting breast cancer?

7. Does using anti-perspirants/deodorants give you cancer?

Across - (1)injured, (2)malignant, (3)food, (4)fruit, (5)cells, (6)surgery, (7)eyes, and (8)radiation Down - (1)biological, (2)benign, (3)contagious, (4)hair, (5)chemotherapy, (6)skin, and (7)sweets Test Your Perception: pg. 48 Education knowledge: 1. Being over 50. 2. No, you can get benign breast cysts at any time and at any age. 3.

Every month. 4. No, men can also get breast cancer. 5. The average woman’s risk of getting breast cancer is only 12%. 6. No. 7. No. DESTINATION JEDDAH 89

Useful Arabic Words & Pronunciation

Linguists acknowledge that pronunciation is one of the most challenging steps in learning a different language. For example, spoken Arabic has many different dialects, slangs and accents.

Some of these dialects can’t be understood by all Arabs. The most common dialects are the Egyptian and the Lebanese. In this article we attempt to shed some light on the traditional Hijazi accent. To illustrate this, we’ve added a picture of a throat to show how the different Arabic letters are pronounced.

Salutations

Excuse me?

Law Samaht?

If you please

Men Fadlak (m) Men Fadlik (f )

Help me

Sa’adni (m) Sa’adini (f )

Sorry

Aasif (m) Asfa (f )

Congratulations Wait

Mabrook Istanna (m) Istani (f )

Hurry up I want

Besora’a Abgha

We want Do you want?

Nebgha Tebgha (m) Tebghi (f )

Thank you

Shukran

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Health

Hospital

Mustashfa

Clinic

Eiyada

Poly Clinic

Mustawsaf

Pharmacy

Saidaleyah

Mall

Soug

Airport

Mataar

Restaurant

Mata’am

Museum

Mat’haf

Downtown

Al Balad / Wasat Al Balad

Sea

Bahar

Desert

Sahra

Hotel

Fondug / Otail

Resort

Kabaien

Compound

Mojama’a

House

bait

Department

Shogga

Garden

Hadeega

Building

Emaara

Company

Shareka

Street

Share’e

Road

Tareeg

District

Hai

Taxi

Taxi

Doctor

Tabeeb / Doctor

Police

Shurta / Police

Questions

When?

Where?

What?

Who? Why?

Meta?

Fain?

Eish?

Meen?

Laish?

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General

Directory Banks Al-Bilad Bank Tel: 8001230000 Alinma Bank Tel: 8001208000 Al-Jazira Bank Tel: +966-2-6518070 Al-Rajhi Bank Tel: +966-2-6422111 Arab National Bank Tel: +966-2-6741497 Banque Saaudi Fransi Tel: 8001242121 Islamic Development Bank Tel: +966-2-6361400 National Commercial Bank Tel: 800 2441005 Riyadh Bank Tel: +966-2-6474777 SABB Tel: +966-2-6512121 Saudi Cairo Bank Tel: +966-2-6608820 Saudi Hollandi Bank Tel: +966-2-2368844 Saudi Investment Bank Tel: +966-2-6531010 Samba Tel: +966-2-6533555

CAR SERVICES

Abu Diyab Est. Tel: +966-2-6677779 Alpha Rent a Car Tel: +966-2-6974459 Avis Tel: +966-2-6855544 Al-Zaman Group Tel: +966-2-6914693 Daleel Tel: +966-2-6719219 Discovery Tel: +966-2-6714475 Fernas Tel: +966-2-6595000 Formula Tel: +966-2-6621213 Hanco Tel: +966-2-6684666 Hertz Tel: +966-2-6040339 Hessen for Rent Car 92 DESTINATION JEDDAH

Tel: +966-2-6430295 Khozama Est. Tel: +966-2-6317177 Key Rent a Car Tel: +966-2-6831236

Car Wash

Modacar Tel: 920005555 Smart Care Tel: +966-533500077 V. Cool Tel: +966-2-6396969

Courier

Aramex Tel: +920027447 Clex Tel: +920009191 DHL Tel: 8003450000 Fedex Tel: +966-2-6714636 TNT Express Tel: +966-2-6678888 UPS Tel: +966-2-6392393

Delivery

Tedalal Tel: +966-2-6580000 Yalla Utlob Tel: +920011755 Ground Transportation Alo Sayyara Tel: +966-2-6677621 Tel: +966-505657387 Apex Luxury Chaffeur Service Tel: 920011755 SAPTCO Tel: +966-2-6474900 Te’le’ Car Tel: +966-2-6679689 Tel: +966-534050910

Business Services

Venue Executive Club Tahlia street Tel: +966-2-6061010 www.venueint.com

DSL NET Atheer Tel: +966-2-6839333 Nesma Tel: +966-2-2567998 SPS Tel: +966-2-6824556

Embassies & Consulates E: Embassies C: Consulates ALGERIA E: Tel: +966-1-4887171 C: Tel: +966-2-6985035 C: Tel: +966-2-6985034 ARGENTINA E: Tel: +966-1-4652600 AUSTRALIA E: Tel: +966-1-4887788 AUSTRIA E: Tel: +966-1-4801217 BAHRAIN E: Tel: +966-1-4880044 C: Tel: +966-2-6076770 BANGLADESH E: Tel: +966-1-4195300 C: Tel: +966-2-6878465 BELGIUM E: Tel: +966-1-4880044 C: Tel: +966-2-6076770 BRAZIL E: Tel: +966-1-4880018 C: Tel: +966-2-6603874 C: Tel: +966-2-6603866 BRITAIN E: Tel: +966-1-4880077 C: Tel: +966-2-6225550 BURKINA FASO E: Tel: +966-1-4652244 C: Tel: +966-2-6744547 BRUNEI E: Tel: +966-1-4560814 C: Tel: +966-2-6724343 CAMEROON E: Tel: +966-1-4880022 C: Tel: +966-2-6804541 CANADA E: Tel: +966-1-4882288 C: Tel: +966-2-6530434 CHINA E: Tel: +966-1-4832126 C: Tel: +966-2-6605113 CZECH REPUBLIC E: Tel: +966-1-4503617 DENMARK E: Tel: +966-1-4880101 C: Tel: +966-2-6672222 Ext 1163

Banks

CAR SERVICES

DJIBOUTI E: Tel: +966-1-4543182 C: Tel: +966-2-6621938 EGYPT E: Tel: +966-1-4810464 E: Tel: +966-1-4831275 C: Tel: +966-2-6605205 ERITREA E: Tel: +966-1-4801731 C: Tel: +966-2-6740592 ETHIOPIA E: Tel: +966-1-4824055 C: Tel: +966-2-6653444 FINLAND E: Tel: +966-1-4881515 C: Tel: +966-2-6438235 FRANCE E: Tel: +966-1-4881255 C: Tel: +966-2-6681544 C: Tel: +966-2-6681563 GABON E: Tel: +966-1-4567173 GAMBIA E: Tel: +966-1-2052158 C: Tel: +966-2-2573193 GERMANY E: Tel: +966-1-4880700 C: Tel: +966-2-6996436 GHANA E: Tel: +966-1-4545122 C: Tel: +966-2-6601429 GREECE E: Tel: +966-1-4801975 C: Tel: +966-2-6674088 GUINEA E: Tel: +966-1-4881121 C: Tel: +966-2-6637540 HUNGARY E: Tel: +966-1-4568644 INDIA E: Tel: +966-1-4884144 C: Tel: +966-2-6500104 INDONESIA E: Tel: +966-1-4882282 C: Tel: +966-2-6711271 IRAN E: Tel: +966-1-4881444 C: Tel: +966-2-6676132 IRELAND E: Tel: +966-1-4882300 ITALY E: TEL: +966-1-4881212

Embassies & Consulates

C: Tel: +966-2-6421454 JAPAN E: Tel: +966-1-2881100 C: Tel: +966-2-6670676 JORDAN E: Tel: +966-1-4880039 C: Tel: +966-2-6607630 KENYA E: Tel: +966-1-4882484 C: Tel: +966-2-4881238 KOREA E: Tel: +966-1-4882211 C: Tel: +966-2-6681990 KUWAIT E: Tel: +966-1-4883500 C: Tel: +966-2-6604898 LEBANON E: Tel: +966-1-4804060 C: Tel: +966-2-6690599 MALAYSIA E: Tel: +966-1-4887100 C: Tel: +966-2-6727740 MALI E: Tel: +966-1-4195640 C: Tel: +966-2-6514940 MALTA E: Tel: +966-1-4615315 C: Tel: +966-2-6991599 MAURITANIA E: Tel: +966-1-4646749 C: Tel: +966-2-6297722 MEXICO E: Tel: +966-1-4808822 C: Tel: +966-2-6495332 MOROCCO E: Tel: +966-1-4811858 C: Tel: +966-2-6695234 C: Tel: +966-2-6695238 NEPAL E: Tel: +966-1-4645170 NETHERLANDS E: Tel: +966-1-4880011 NEW ZELAND E: Tel: +966-1-4887988 C: Tel: +966-2-6512109 NIGERIA E: Tel: +966-1-4823024 C: Tel: +966-2-6716865 NORWAY E: Tel: +966-1-4881904 C: Tel: +966-2-6611222 Ext 300 OMAN

Ministries

Social Service Organizations

E: Tel: +966-1-4823120 C: Tel: +966-2-6996838 PAKISTAN E: Tel: +966-1-4884111 C: Tel: +966-2-6692371 PHILIPPINES E: Tel: +966-1-4880835 C: Tel: +966-2-6696797 C: Tel: +966-2-6693254 PORTUGAL E: Tel: +966-1-4826964 QATAR E: Tel: +966-1-4825544 C: Tel: +966-2-6945666 RUSSIA E: Tel: +966-1-4811432 C: Tel: +966-2-6659212 SENEGAL E: Tel: +966-1-4880146 C: Tel: +966-2-6690275 SIERRA LEONE E: Tel: +966-1-4643982 SINGAPORE E: Tel: +966-1-4803855 C: Tel: +966-2-6073980 SOUTH AFRICA E: Tel: +966-1-4429728 C: Tel: +966-2-6060299 SPAIN E: Tel: +966-1-4880606 C: Tel: +966-2-6607000 SRI LANKA E: Tel: +966-1-4606906 C: Tel: +966-2-6065414 SUDAN E: Tel: +966-1-4828857 C: Tel: +966-2-6475108 C: Tel: +966-2-6471273 SWEDEN E: Tel: +966-1-4883100 C: Tel: +966-2-6529615 Ext 204 SWITZERLAND E: Tel: +966-1-4881291 C: Tel: +966-2-6510772 SYRIA E: Tel: +966-1-4887481 TANZANIA E: Tel: +966-1-4542833 C: Tel: +966-2-6657528 THAILAND E: Tel: +966-1-4881174 C: Tel: +966-2-6655317 DESTINATION JEDDAH 93

TUNISIA E: Tel: +966-1-4887900 C: Tel: +966-2-6605328 TURKEY E: Tel: +966-1-4820101 C: Tel: +966-2-6601607 UGANDA E: Tel: +966-1-4544910 UKRAINE E: Tel: +966-1-4508536 UAE E: Tel: +966-1-4881227 C: Tel: +966-2-6670307 C: Tel: +966-2-6515436 USA E: Tel: +966-1-4801831 C: Tel: +966-2-6670080 URUGUAY E: Tel: +966-1-4620739 C: Tel: +966-2-6633300 YEMEN E: Tel: +966-1-4881769 C: Tel: +966-2-6896444 C: Tel: +966-2-6898555

Compounds Abdullah Compound North of Jeddah, Near British Consulate Tel: +966-2-6515416 Abir Compound Prince Sultan St., Near Saudia City Tel: +966-2-6522358 Al-Andalus Luxury Villas Tahliyah St. behind Suzuki Showroom Tel: +966-2-6695154 Al-Aoun Village Al Bawadi, Near Al-Mirabi Mercedes Bens Tel: +966-2-2563381 Arabian Homes Al Bawadi Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6822201 www.arabian-homes.com Aromary Village Hera’a st., Behind Al-Rajhi Tel: +966-2-6940086 94 DESTINATION JEDDAH

Al Basateen Village Next to Continental School, Off Price Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-6944015 Belleview Executive Compound Al-Amal St., Near Jeddah Preparatory School Tel: +966-2-6547666 www.belleviewcompund. com Belleview 2 Compound Near King Faisal Specialist Hospital Tel: +966-2-6642636 Binzagr Villa Compound Al Azizeyyah, Madinah Rd., One block after Lexus Showroom Tel: +966-2-6642636 Elite 2 Compound Near Jeddah International Souk Tel: +966-2-6681111 www.elitecompounds.com Elite Compound Near Jeddah International Souk Tel: +966-2-6610930 www.elitecompounds.com Fatima Compound Near Corniche, Behind Business Park Tel: +966-2-6515416 Garden City Compound Palestine st., Behind AlNakheel Bldg Tel: +966-2-6607590 www.hhaproperty.com.sa Al-Hajrayn Village Corniche, Near A-Bilad Hotel Tel: +966-2-6943464 www.alhajrayn.com Hiba Compound Al-Hamraa, Ibrahim Adham St., Near Tarik Binladen Hospital Tel: +966-2-6650819 Kindi Housing Compound Al Rabwah, North Jeddah

Tel: +966-2-6916219 Lotus Compounds Al Hamra, Al-Naeem, AlRihab, Contact PMDC Lotus 1: Al-Hamraa Dist Tel: +966-2-6980145 Lotus 2: Al-Nayeen Dist Tel: +966-2-6541107 Lotus 3: Al-Nayeem Dist Tel: +966-2-6548808 M&M Compound North Abhor, Nr, Amir Abdullah Mosque.

Tel: +966-2-6562166 M.M Al-Rumaih Compound Al Shatee, On Corniche Rd., 3KM from Hotel Sheraton toward north Tel: +966-2-6991231 Al-Manar Compound Al Safa, Prince Metab St., Near Al-Jedani Hospital Tel: +966-2-6938770 Al-Mubarakiah Village East Jeddah, King Abdullah St. Near Abraq Al-Raghama Tel: +966-2-6400158 Mura Bustan Compounds Tel: +966-2- 6910041 Nada Village Prince Majed st., Near Baud Telecom Tel: +966-2-6920099 Al-Najia Compounds Madinah Rd., Besides SAS Radisson Hotel Tel: +966-2-6518178 Nueva Andalucia Al-Rawdah, Sari st.

Tel: +966-2-6823434 www.andalucia.com Raytheon Compound Opp. Saudi German Hospital Tel: +966-2-6518178 www.raytheon.com Reem Compound Al-Salamah, Saqr AlQuraish st.

Compounds

Tel: +966-2-6829196 Al-Salam Compound Al-Rehab, Palestine St., Between Dallah Tower& Makkah Highway Tel: +966-2-6717121 www.alsalamcompound. com Salamia Compound Al-Sulaymaneyyah, Near Carrefour Haypermarket Tel: +966-2-6400253 www.salmiacompund.com Saudia City Al-Khaledeyyah Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6820030 www.saudicity.com Shaker Village Compound Al-Hahdah, Prince Sultan st.

Tel: +966-2-6991840 Sharbatly Village Prince Majed st., North of Jeddah Tel: +966-2-6910828 www.sharbatlyvillage.com Siham Compund Al-Rawdah, Near Saudi Binladen Group Tel: +966-2-6426431 Sunset Residence Al-Rowdah st., Near Jeddah Int. Market Tel: +966-2-6604276

Kindergarten ABC School Tel: +966-2-6988827 Ambassadors School Tel: 800-124-9000 Web: www.ambassadorsschools.com Building Blocks Tel: +966-2-6060755 Mob: +966-5-41525616 Childhood Spring Tel: +966-2-6607533 Creative Childhood Summer School Tel: +966-2-6077224 Mob: +966-5-04390998

kindergarten

IPS (Innovators Private School) Tel: +966-2-6980685 Mob: +966-5-69490403 Junior’s & Mom’s Mob: +966-5-04313440 Mob: +966-5-51796254 Kids Campos Tel: +966-2-6642351 Kids Time Nursery Tel: +966-2-6543111 Mob: +966-5-69693794 Little Smarties Tel: +966-2-6061913 My Little Kingdom School Tel: +966-2-6393951 Tel: +966-2-2575909 Up and Away Tel: +966-2-6614791

Ministries Agriculture & Water Tel: +966-2-6210002 Communication & Transportation Tel: +966-1-4042928 Disabled Children’s Association Tel: +966-2-66224080/ 8001241118 Education Tel: +966-2-6723028/ 6444305 Foreign Affairs Tel: +966-2-6047000 Health Tel: +966-2-6970006 Information & Culture Tel: +966-2-6514060/ 6476222 Interior Tel: +966-2-6684000 Jeddah Chamber of Commerce Tel: +966-2-6515111 Water & Electricity Tel: +966-2-6725349

Schools

Universities

Schools Al-Bayan Tel: +966-2-6611004 www.al-byan.com Al-Fasial International School Tel: +966-2-6761955 www.alfaisal-school.com Al-Waha International School Tel: +966-2-6729660 www.alwahaschool.com The British International School Tel: +966-2-6990019 www.continentalschool.com Coral International School Tel: +966-2-6832002 www.coralschool.net Dar Al Fikr School Tel: +966-2-6311118 (Boys) Tel: +966-2-6311117 (Girls) www.fikr.sch.sa Dar Al-Hanan School Tel: 920029669 Dar Al-Ruwaad School Tel: +966-2-6592225 Dar Jana International School Tel: +966-2-6648315 www.djis.edu.sa Global International School Tel: +966-2-6523444 Tel: +966-2-6144101 ( KG ) www.gis.sch.sa Jeddah International School Tel: +966-2-6061253 www.jischool.org Jeddah Knowledge School Tel: +966-2-6620174 www.jks.edu.sa

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Jeddah Preparatory & Grammar School Tel: +966-2-6542354 www.jpgs.org Manarat Jeddah School Tel: +966-1-6730225

Ministry of Social Affairs Tel: 477 8888 mosa.gov.sa/portal/ National Charitable Foundation for Blood Donation www.manaratjeddahschools.com Tel: +966-2-6905008 My little house National Society for Human Tel: +966-2-6652490 rights www.mylittlehouse-sa.com Tel: +966-2-6222261 Thamer International School www.nshrsa.org Tel: +966-2-6680747 Princess Fawziah Center for www.tis-edu.com Women & Children Tel: 636 9891 Social Service firstwelfaresociety.org.sa Organizations Society Friends Charity Society in Jeddah Charitable Foundation Al-Zahra Dist.

Tahlia st.

Tel: +966-2-6391100 Tel: +966-2-6919999 Charitable Services The School of Etiquette for the Care of Cancer Tel: +966-505558703 Patients www.etiquetteschool-sa.com Al-Rowais Dist.

Women’s Charitable Tel: +966-2-6511373 Foundation in Jeddah Committee for Social Al-Nazla Dist Services and Health Tel: +966-2-6369652 Tel: 687 5521 Zamzam Foundation firstwelfaresociety.org.sa for Volunteer Health Services Committee for the Welfare Al-Sulaimaniya Dist. of Prisoners and Their Tel: +966-2-2600000 Families Tel: 920006065 / 219 7767 Universities pcare.org.sa Enabling Marriage College of Business & Family Support Administration (CBA) Foundation Tel: +966-2-2159000/2159009 Al-Nozla Dist. ( Boys’ section ) Tel: +966-2-6811168/ Tel: +966-2-6900671/6900238 920000900 ( Girls’ section ) Faisaliah Women’s www.cba.edu.sa Charitable Foundation Dar Al-Hekma College Al-Rowais Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6303333 Tel: +966-2-6535000 www.daralhekma.edu.sa Friends of the Heart Effat College Foundation in Jeddah Tel: +966-2-636 4300 Behind Al-Tahlia Station www.effatcollege.edu.sa Tel: +966-2-6658384 King Abdul-Aziz Shelter for Ibn Sina National College for Abused Women & Children Medical Studies Tel: 800 11 60 66 Tel: +966-2-6355882/6356555 www.7imayah.org www.ibnsina.edu.sa Majid Bin Abdulaziz Jeddah College of Technology Foundation for Tel: +966-2-6370387 Development & Social www.jct.edu.sa Services Jeddah Community College Al-Shate’e Dist.

Tel: +966-2-2870026 Tel: +966-2-6062959 96 DESTINATION JEDDAH

www.jcc.kau.edu.sa Jeddah Teacher’s College Tel: +966-2-6914620 (KAUST)King Abdullah University of Science and Technology www.kaust.edu.sa King Abdulaziz University Tel: +966-2-6400000 www.kau.edu.sa Prince Sultan Aviation Academy Tel: +966-2-6862997 www.fo.sv.net Prince Sultan College for Tourism and Hotel Sciences Tel: +966-2-2844425 Tel: 920016165 www.pscj.edu.sa

NOTICE If you have any complaints about services around Jeddah such as: * Pricing irregularities * Expired Items * Denied coverage of warranted items e.g. a mobile, car, etc. * Refusal of service * Unhygienic food / working conditions Complaints can be filed to the Ministry of Commerce and Industry Web Site or to their hotline.

Should the company not respond to the complaint from the Ministry, all transactions with the government in the labor office, the passport department and the Chamber of Commerce will be stopped.

Hotline: 8001241616 website: www.commerce.gov. sa/english/