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Fathers, husbands, brothers, sons… friends. Where would we be without the men in our lives? This issue is dedicated to ALL the special men out there – I know that I wouldn’t be where I am today without the love and support of my men. So this issue is a big ‘Thankyou’ and small show of appreciation to all the supportive men out there – I hope you enjoy reading it as much as the DJ Team enjoyed putting it together.

From the Absolute Man Blog to the Best Burgers in Jeddah, it’s clear that men have their priorities in the right place. Looking good, eating healthy, and staying current on all the latest tech toys is easy if you follow the tips we’ve put together this month. Building and maintaining strong inter-personal relationships also takes center stage with our ‘Father-Son Bonding’ suggestions as well as fun, male-only getaways. Life is all about working hard and playing hard – the trick is finding the perfect balance between the two.

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Dear Destination Jeddah, It is always a pleasure to read your magazine.

The team frankly does a great job in producing the materials of every issue.

To maintain the magazine’s reliability, I wanted to point out a mistake in the article ‘The Basics of Bills’ which explained the different channels where people can pay their bills: Pay in Person, Online Banking, Pay at ATM, and SADAD Payment System.

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these are not typical 9-5 jobs), the state of compensation for many workers in the Kingdom is dismal. The royal decree setting a minimum wage for Saudi government workers is a step in the right direction but how about the millions of foreign laborers stuck in thankless positions For many of us, our biggest work-related concern and receiving very little compensation for their may be as simple as making that deadline or work? meeting this month’s sales target. However, for a large portion of the Kingdom’s workers, that This is a problem that we can solve from the concern is much more basic - how to stretch out ground up - if these workers are unable to their meager wages to last the month. defend their rights, than it falls to the more fortunate to speak up on their behalf. The next Many of the country’s menial labor force, time you encounter an individual whom you such as bathroom attendants, janitors, and suspect may be being paid much less than he or gardeners receive less than SR1000 a month in she deserves, why not help them out? A small compensation. In one incident, a DJ employee tip or gift may be negligible in your greater encountered a bathroom attendant in the Jeddah financial scheme but may prove to be invaluable airport who receives a mere SR600. When for those people. Helping out a little is actually considering the brutal work hours (many of helping out a lot.

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Application of Saudization Any effort of a country to provide jobs for its people is a positive initiative and should be commended. However, when that effort is mishandled or applied improperly, it all goes to waste. Saudization has been in the works for the past few years and it seems to have done little good. Only 10% of the private sector workforce are Saudi (681,000 out of 7 million) and in 2011, the amount of expat workers in the Kingdom has actually increased by 5%. Saudization aims to reduce unemployment when what it should be working on is improving employability.

Providing more training programs, particularly in technical industries, would be invaluable to the cause. Saudis need to enter fields of work that they might have previously disdained such as service-oriented fields, for example.

English is essential to survive in today’s labor market and should be a priority in government schools. Allowing younger Saudis to engage in co-ops and internships opens their eyes to the reality of the workplace and better prepares them for their later career. Not everyone can be a manager but everyone can contribute to the solution rather than complaining about the problem. Saudization may be that solution...if and when it is applied properly and addresses the underlying issue rather than the symptoms.

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Royal Decree: Increase of Minimum Wage In a televised announcement in March of this year, King Abdullah outlined the new social spending package (SR500 billion) which included many benefits for government workers and Saudi citizens at large. One of the most positive initiatives in the package is the increase of the minimum wage for Saudi government employees to SR3,000.

Many Saudis are stuck in jobs that pay very little and provide very little financial or professional incentive. For bathroom attendants, gardeners, janitors, etc., their monthly salary is what determines their living conditions and they are not always compensated appropriately. This royal decree is a step in the right direction for the Kingdom; increasing the minimum wage promotes Saudization, which is a top priority for the Saudi government. The package also included many programs aimed at addressing living conditions, housing shortages, unemployment benefits, and the stimulation of the Saudi labor market. The increase of the minimum wage seems to be a herald of great things to come for the Kingdom.

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Useful Information

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Country:

Kingdom of Saudi Arabia - KSA Capital: Riyadh

Country

Fact Sheet

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.

City: Jeddah Head of Region:

Prince Khalid Al-Faisal

Location:

West coast of Saudi Arabia, on the Red Sea Distance between Jeddah & Makkah: 80km Distance between Jeddah & Madinah:405km

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, 2011 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)

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Business & Banking Hours: Cut this out and keep in your wallet 8/9AM - 4/5PM Sat-Wed, some are open on Thursdays for half a day 8/9AM - 1/2PM.

Weekend: Thursday- Friday.

Shopping Hours:

Information/ Maintenance:

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10AM - 1PM 5PM - 10/11PM

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 US Dollar (USD) = SR3.75 1.00 Euro (EUR) = SR5.23 1.00 British Pound (GBP) = SR5.94 1.00 Indian Rupee (INR) = SR0.079 1.00 Pakistan Rupee (PKR) = SR0.047 1.00 Phillippines Peso (PHP) = SR0.08

Time Zon e: GMT +3

Country Code:

966

City Codes:

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Riyadh: Jeddah and Makkah: Dammam, Dahran, Alkhobar and Jubail:

Emergencies :

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

Radio Stations FM Channel Rotana Quraan Jeddah Radio AFN Panorama MBC FM

Mix FM Alif alif

88.0 89.9 92.6 93.7 102.0 103.0 103.9 107.0 105.5 101.0

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......8004411110

Type Arabic pop Religious National News Western Music Arabic Pop Khaliji Music Western Music Techno Music Westren & Arabic Pop Arabic mix

Electricity: 110V and 220V

02 Telephone, 03 Mobile & Internet: Madinah and Yanbu: 04 The main telephone service provider is STC – Saudi Abha and Najran: 07 Telecom Company. The Main mobile service providers

Transportation:

Air: Saudi Arabian Airlines - 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.

TV

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 DESTINATION JEDDAH 7

Useful Information Settling In

It’s A Man’s World...

Or Is It? For men experiencing our fair city for the first time, Jeddah may be seem like a daunting maze to navigate. Interactions between men and women in this part of the world are a delicate matter and it is in your best interest to understand the do’s and don’ts!

Women. Yes, they’re everywhere you go malls, restaurants, traffic lights, the list goes on. However, it is considered offensive to make any physical contact with a women you do not know, or to initiate conversation unless they approach you first. All women in Saudi Arabia, foreign and otherwise, wear abayas, and many conceal their faces behind the thick veils of the niqab. Avoid excessive staring, consider the wisdom of the Quran and ‘lower your gaze’ - it’s safer for you to avoid any unnecessary contact with women you do not know, as you may find yourself in the midst of an misunderstanding.

Do not be offended if some malls refuse entry to single men on weekends. Although this is a controversial issue, be aware that this is mall policy and intended to minimize unnecessary mingling. Some malls have a more relaxed policy and may grant you entry - but this is purely at the whim of the mall security so don’t any chances and plan your mall trips during the middle of the week, a less crowded time. Similarly, the ubiquitous “Singles” and “Family” sections of the 8

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restaurants may leave a foreigner perplexed.

These signs are not pertaining to your marital status - in this context it’s not relevant.

If you are accompanied by your wife or daughter, for example, you will be seated in the family section. If it’s night out with the boys (regardless of whether those “boys” are related to you), than it’s the singles section.

Keep in mind that these measures are taken to ensure the comfort of both men and women in restaurants. The same rules apply to women-only malls, female checkout lines at grocery stores and the like. Be familiar with the approved men’s public spaces and you’ll do just fine.

As for office etiquette, common sense applies in this arena. Most offices have areas designated for female employees - this is not to say that men never enter these areas but avoid situations where you may find

Profile Check Destination Jeddah would like to recognize the challenges and rewards foreign workers face working in KSA. In this section, we will feature expats from all walks of life who share their stories with us. Watch this space...you might be next!

yourself alone with a female colleague.

Don’t be offended if a woman doesn’t hold the elevator for a male colleague, particularly if she is alone in the elevator.

It is also best for men in Jeddah to avoid driving a female in their car unless she is an immediate family member. Many companies have drivers designated just for this purpose - to transport female employees.

Don’t be intimidated by these seemingly complex standards of behavior - a few weeks in Jeddah and many of these habits become second nature for new residents.

Jeddah is a wonderful city that offers entertainment for both single and married men, so take advantage of your time here!

Take a drive down to the Corniche and you will find Saudi families and groups of friends picnicking and enjoying the weather. Jeddah boasts world-class malls and restaurants, so single or married, take a trip into Jeddah’s unique “mall culture” or become a dedicated foodie. Beaches are a welcome weekend destination and Jeddah’s Obhur offers activities such as parasailing, paintballing, and windsurfing.

Part of the thrill of moving to a new city is exploring foreign cultures so be sure to take advantage of the historical attractions of Jeddah, such as Balad (old Jeddah) which offers souks and open air markets.

Jeddah is often known as the ‘Bride of the Red Sea’...but that doesn’t mean that men can’t enjoy all the city has to offer!

Name: Sammy Tayo Age: 42 Nationality: Filipino Occupation: Chief Cook at AlAhlam Marina and Tourism Dream Divers Years of stay in Jeddah: 6 What do you miss most from your country? Riding on a jeepney while eating our local delicacies.

What do you love most about Jeddah? Satisfying the wishes of my customers – the Jeddahwis.

Is there anything you can find in Jeddah that you don’t have in your country?

Camels, khubus, and the unique khabsa rice.

Describe Jeddah in one word: Amazing!

Do you have any suggestions to improve Jeddah as an ideal workplace?

I suggest to the leaders of Jeddah to make a big change by giving equal job opportunities for males and females. In addition, please establish free Arabic language learning centers for foreign workers, even nonMuslims.

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Business

Jeddah’s Who’s Who Fatin Bundagji: A Lady With A Message

Profile: Accomplishments Board Member in The Jeddah Chamber of Commerce; Owner & President of Think N Link Corporation; Founding Member of Baladi Organization Qualifications: BA 1994 & MA 1999, King Abdul-Aziz University; PhD, Columbus University Family: Married to Hassaan Omar Attar and blessed with 2 children: Zakeya & Sultan 10 DESTINATION JEDDAH

Passionate, enthusiastic, and devoted to both her family and her country – Fatin Bundagji is a woman with a mission.

She’s an exemplary Saudi who truly believes in change for all the right reasons. Her support for women’s rights, education, and expanding opportunities for Saudi youth are all causes worth supporting.

Her trajectory from traditional wife/mother to successful businesswoman may not be the standard route for a woman anywhere in the world, but Fatin accepts her evolving role with grace and dignity. “It all came by coincidence, it’s simply fate,” she modestly states.

Her early life seemed to follow the path of a typical young Saudi girl; upon finishing high school - marriage, children, and social obligations kept her busy and fulfilled for the next 10 years. Although she was sent to boarding school in Switzerland and her family was considered quite moderate, Saudi traditions were important in her upbringing. “I was raised in a house that cherished and upheld the role of women. This is a value held above all in most Saudi families,” says Fatin.

As rewarding as this stage was for her, however, she believed she could take on further roles…and she was right. Fatin returned to university in order to pursue a BA in English Literature and Linguistics in 1994 from King Abdul-Aziz University, followed by an MA in the same discipline. She is currently pursuing her PhD degree in Management at Columbus University. “I remain interested in knowledge and self-development more than the actual degrees. Research is the key that unlocks the million answers that are out there for the million dilemmas posed,” says Fatin. Naturally

intellectually curious, she is continuously researching, whether it is for her academic requirements, work needs, or her own personal knowledge. Aside from specialized applied research, Fatin is also an avid reader; her shelves are filled with books ranging from self-development to literature.

Fatin’s former position as the Director of the Women’s Empowerment and Research Department at the Jeddah Chamber of Commerce and Industry allowed her the unique opportunity to both observe the challenges facing women in Jeddah as well as strategize solutions to their unique needs. “I feel like I was meant to serve the community and take part in the social development of my country, and this is where my career led itself,” she explains. A born social activist, she credits her success to the people who challenged her along her career path, as every challenge was an unforeseen opportunity. Fatin stresses the importance of both education and experience in order to succeed in enacting change on a societal level. Saudi youth in particular can benefit from internships and mentoring from business leaders in order to achieve skills in the global arena. Her motto can be summed up by the phrase ‘Lead by example.’

“place”, and “the rule of law” by revamping the waterfront. This was done by lobbying with the Municipal Council and the Municipality to clean up and beautify the waterfront to ensure that it is pedestrian friendly, recreational and void of any violations.

Other socially-oriented initiatives are on her impressive ‘To-Do’ list, including supporting civil groups with different causes, especially those which touch upon pressing issues for minorities. A recent hot topic is the discussion over women in KSA having the ability to drive themselves, an issue which Fatin supports 120%! Her concern lies in the manner in which some activists chose to enact their campaigns . . “Confrontation and defiance do not usually work, so the challenge here is for women to understand the system of the country and work within it in a manner that maintains order yet pushes the issues systematically and consistently.”

The driving issue is of major concern in Saudi Arabia, as there are limited public transportation systems in KSA. In answer to the statement “Saudi society is not ready for women to drive,” she calmly answers, “the opinion of the majority should never undermine the rights of the minority.” In such cases, she believes that The intense exposure on Saudi Arabia follow- it is the duty of the authorities to protect those ing the events of September 11, 2001 came rights so that social upheaval does not occur. as an alarming wake-up call to Fatin. Her love for her country motivated her to get involved Fatin Bundagji…a Saudi patriot who believes in the innate abilities of the women of her nawith the 2004 Municipal Council Elections.

Although women were unable to participate tion. She believes in the strength behind selfempowerment, in her own words, “It allows due to ‘logistical challenges’, as was stated you to discover your own potential in ways by the authorities, she is currently actively engaged with women across the country in a that you may have thought was impossible!” campaign called “Baladi” that aims to create awareness on the citizen participation in this year’s Municipal Council elections. She is not alone in her desire to make a positive contribution to her country – the patriotism of Saudi women like Fatin Bundagji is beyond question.

As the founding member of MUWATANA, Fatin spearheaded the ‘Save Corniche Jeddah’ campaign in 2007. The goal of this project was to highlight the rights of “man”,

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Business

Left to right: Ayman Tamer , Khaled Al Olayan, Yves Manghardt (CEO Nestlé Middle East) Emad Al Muhaidib, Roger Meguerdichian.

Nestle Sets The Trend

in Expanding Operations in KSA

Nestlé Middle East announced the creation of a direct sales and distribution operation in Saudi Arabia, making Nestlé one of the first FMCG multinationals to have a direct operational presence in the Kingdom. Nestlé Saudi Arabia will be headquartered in Jeddah, with branch offices in Riyadh and Khobar. The company is determined to exceed the local Saudization targets and is already at 30% as of Day 1.

Roger Meguerdichian, Country Manager, Nestlé Saudi Arabia, said, “Nestlé’s commitment to young Saudi talents goes beyond meeting the Saudization targets as we are looking to partner with key universities and institutions in the Kingdom through the establishment of the Nestlé Centre Of Excellence, which is composed of a sales training academy, Nestlé female Nutrition Development Program, and our Graduate Development Program for young Saudi graduates. These initiatives will not only ensure a continuous flow of local talent to the organization, but will contribute to the development and training of external Saudi

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national graduates by allowing them to benefit from the Nestlé expertise.”

Nestlé has been operating in Saudi Arabia since 1955, and the company has since built a strong presence in the domestic market.

Nestlé Middle East has invested more than $400 million in the region since its formal inception in 1997, owning and operating 17 factories and 37 offices, employing more than 7,000 people. These capital investments have contributed heavily to creating local jobs, enhancing technological and manufacturing capabilities, and fostering national economies around the region.

Brash Brands & Alireza Holding Co – A Strategic Alliance Brash Brands, a creative consultancy, are pleased to announce their strategic alliance with Alireza Holding Co. This collaboration will create an office for Brash Brands in Jeddah that marks the culmination of a series of successful assignments with King Abdullah Economic City, Savola Group, Kinan, Reza Investment Company and Emaar. Brash Brands will be offering a variety of services including brand strategy, design, advertising and digital services including SEO and social media strategy.

Founded by John Brash in Dubai in May 2007, Brash today has a world-class team with a genuine passion for branding.

“We have been working in Saudi Arabia for a number of years and we believe that it is time to move forward and create an office - it was clear to me that Alireza Holding Co would be a perfect fit,” said John Brash.

Bandar Alireza, CEO and Chairman of Alireza Holding Co adds, “We are pleased to have Brash Brands working with us.

They fit perfectly within our brand portfolio alongside our franchise operations with I.ZONE (Apple Premium Resellers), Tokyo Games stores as well as our core technology distribution brands including Monster, Jawbone, Built NY, Zagg and Zound Technologies.”

“We believe that great brands touch people, they deliver powerful experiences that people tell stories about.” John Brash, Founder & CEO of Brash Brands

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Events & Happenings

WHAT’S BEEN GOING ON...

ROSEWOOD CORNICHE WINS 2 WORLD TRAVEL AWARDS: The Rosewood Corniche won 2 industry ‘Oscars’ at the World Travel Awards Ceremony - KSA’s ‘Leading Hotel’ for the 3rd consecutive year and KSA’s ‘Leading Business Hotel’ for the 2nd consecutive year. “It is a tremendous honor,” said HansPeter Leitzke, MD of Rosewood Corniche.

“The win is especially meaningful as travel industry professionals worldwide have voted, bringing global recognition of our welldeserved reputation as the top ultra luxury property in the Kingdom.”

SUNSHINE SCHOOL EARTH DAY TOY PROJECT: The Sunshine School observed Earth Day with a school-wide toy recycling campaign. Teachers stressed the 3 R’s (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle), as well as utilized recycling bins at the school. The recycling bins were then dropped of at the Jeddah Recycling Center.

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NURSING STUDENTS VISIT INDOMIE FACTORY: Students from Dr. Soliman Fakeeh Nursing College were invited by Pinehill Arabia Foods Ltd. to visit their Indomie factory and learn about the production process, quality control of the products, hygiene levels, security, safety measures, and the healthcare services provided to their employees.

Engineer Abdulgader Bawazeer, Public Relations Manager at Pinehill, said, “Our goal is quality, excellence and a safe working environment.”

YOUR BABY CAN READ: The launch of the ‘Your Baby Can Read’ Program attracted families interested the revolutionary early reading program which encourages infants and toddlers (children ages 0-5) to naturally learn the skill of reading.

Ms.Laila Taiba, a guest speaker, highlighted early learning intervention facts in which the earlier and more frequent the infant and child’s brain is challenged, the stronger and smarter it becomes. Moreover, the earlier a child is introduced to the world of books the better his well-rounded growth is stimulated.

HELP CENTER’S ARTIST’S BAZAAR: The Help Center’s Annual Artisan’s Souk showcased a variety of unique home gift items including wonderfully scented soap chains, exquisite pottery pieces, colorful and unique candles, plate settings, and an array of original artwork.

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Events & Happenings

ADIDAS SPRING SUMMER COLLECTION: Adidas organized an exclusive aerobic class at the Evania Spa, Park Hyatt for female media to enjoy a specialized training session with a personal trainer while viewing the Adidas Spring/ Summer 2011 Women’s Sport Performance collection. The new range includes stylish cuts and elegant silhouettes, plus the latest Adidas technology to help women perform 365 days a year.

INTERNATIONAL JEWELRY SALON: International and local jewelry designers exhibited their products during a three day event at the Jeddah Hilton under the sponsorship of Princess Lolowah Al-Faisal. Haia Al Sinaidi, head of the organizing committee, prepared a competition between 15 young Saudi designers to help them showcase their talent and stunning creations.

SALMA REDWAN LATEST 2011 SUMMER COLLECTION: Fashion Designer Salma Redwan revealed her latest 2011 Summer collection at Baccarat. Titled “Le Cirque Blanc” meaning “The White Circus”, her designs were a celebration of textures, ruffles and form, all in white. Set off by the colorful fun 19th century circus background, the vintage-inspired pieces portrayed the feminine, playful side of a woman.

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“ BEYADI” BAZAAR: Abjad, a center that provides training and rehabilitation programs to female special needs students, hosted a bazaar to raise money for their non-profit organization at the Jeddah Westin Hotel. “ Beyadi”is Arabic for “ handmade” – the two day event included local talents and designers who rented 51 booths to display their items ranging from fashion and jewelry to food. Mahasen Khashoggi, founder of Abjad, said, “ We want our students to show their talents and let them earn money by selling their products.”

SAMSUNG SAUDI ARABIA’S “SAMSUNG NAFFORA TECHNO VALLEY”: Samsung Saudi Arabia (SSA) celebrated the opening of the new engineering complex “Samsung Naffora Techno Valley,” (SNTV) located in the heart of Jubail Industrial City. The multipurpose, state-of-the-art engineering center was funded, developed and constructed by SSA with the extended support of the Royal Commission for Jubail and Yanbu in order to train future Saudi engineers.

EARTH DAY: Al-Nabta Environmental Awareness NPO organized an Earth Day Festival sponsored by MEPCO, SLEEP HIGH and SAES. Over 500 mothers & children enjoyed the friendly competitions, attractive bazaar section, storytelling and informative lectures.

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Events & Happenings

SAUDI ART COMPETITION: Saudi artist Safeyah Binzagar organized a children’s art competition which attracted over 60 participants from ages 10-15. The budding artists were encouraged to harness their creativity in order to envision historical and cultural interpretations of art.

STITCH (CONNECTING SAUDI LIFESTYLE DESIGNERS): Al Sawani, in league with Design Magazine and the Jeddah Young Business Committee, joined forces to give young Saudi designers a chance to shine. The first event was held at Sawani in the Red Sea Mall - some of the participating designers included Khalid Zahid, Lina Malaika, Mashael Alfaris, & Salma Redwan.

NEW C AND CLS CLASS FROM MERCEDES –BENZ: Juffali Automotive Company, the exclusive dealer of Mercedes -Benz cars in KSA, celebrated the launch of the new C-Class and CLS – both with a dynamic design and highly efficient engines that cut fuel consumption by 25-31%. Safi Qubaisi, GM of Juffali Automotive, said, “The new generation C-Class offers the same comfort and safety as our luxury models, along with 2000 new components and basic equipment including a leather steering wheel.”

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Jazzing The Hijaz

The renowned German Pianist Olivia Trummer, together with Percussionist Bodek Janke, ‘Jazzed the Hijaz’ with their exciting fusion of Jazz and Classical Music at the Italian Cultural Center. Proving that music appreciation crosses cultural boundaries, these talented musicians held the audience enthralled with their interpretation and creation of new sounds.

A born improviser, Olivia Trummer began studying music at the age of 4. Her talents in composition and improvisation led her to study both classical piano and jazz piano at the University of Music in Stuttgart, Germany, where she graduated with distinction in July 2008. As a performer, she almost exclusively presents original compositions to appreciative audiences around the world.

Bodek Janke also began his professional musical career from an early age. He studied classical percussion, music theory education, jazz-drums and jazz-composition in Cologne, Germany and New York, USA. In 2008 he was awarded the “German Records Critics’ Award” with Olivia Trummer’s CD “Westwind.” www.oliviatrummer.de/

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Events & Happenings

MISSONI HOME OPENING: Under the auspices of Princess Jawaher bint Majid bin Abdulaziz, the first ever Missoni Home in the Middle East launched its opening on 21-22 May. The event brought together designers and interior decorators as well as other media personalities to witness the opening of the store at its Majr Al Sel location. Missoni Home, the home furnishings and accessories line of Italian brand Missoni, brings together a riot of color and hand-woven quality for unique home style and furnishings. Everything from bathrobes to headboards to candles presented with the distinctive Missoni flair for bold color and pattern. Missoni is a reputed Italian fashion house based in Varese, Italy and is famous for its patterned weaves and colorful patterns.

TOBY PEACE PEOPLE AT ATHR GALLERY: Hatem Alakeel and the ATHR Gallery held a photography exhibition hosted by Sheikha Lulu Al Sabah and followed by a silent auction to raise funds for schools devastated by the January 2011 Jeddah floods. “The Toby PEACE People� series included works donated by celebrated Middle Eastern photographers.

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Mark Your Calendar May 31 - Jun 1 Graphic Design Senior Exhibition

June 2011

Dar Al-Hekma’s graduating senior class graphic design exhibition displays the talents of Jeddah’s newest graphic designers!

Venue: Dar Al-Hekma Facebook: Spring 2011 Graphic Design Senior Exhibition.

Jun 1 - Aug 1 The Courtyard Urban Art Show

Photographs as an expression of the artist’s vision...a unique exhibition of photography as art.

Venue: Courtyard / Prince Sultan St. Contact info: art@thecourtyard.co Facebook: The Courtyard Urban Art Show

Jun 9 Al-Andalus: Era of Enlightenment

Come enjoy the visions of Al-Andalus brought to life through live performances, documentaries, bazaar, and demonstrative work stations. Buffet lunch included. Members SR30, non-members SR60 Venue: Islamic Education Foundation (IEF) Contact info: iefIsadmin@gmail.com

Jun 9 Red Bull Car Park Drift 2011

Come watch expert drivers demonstrate the technique of controlled skidding around corners known as ‘drifting’ - a combination of speed, control, and thrills.

Venue: Red Sea Mall Parking Lot For more info: www.redbullmea.com/cs/Satellite?c=RB_Event&childpagename=RedBullMEA%2FLa yout&cid=1242991804991&pagename=RedBullMEAWrapper

Jun 11 - Jun 13 Cityscape Jeddah

Cityscape Jeddah will bring together real estate investors, developers, consultants, architects and other senior-level real estate professionals to create joint venture partnerships and discuss the opportunities and challenges in KSA’s real estate industry.

Venue: Al Harithy Company for Exhibitions (Jeddah’s Center for Events and Forums) For more info: www.cityscapejeddah.com Contact: Majd Sayyaf +966-2-6625757

Jun 19 - Jun 21 International Urban Development & Real Estate Investment Conference

The 2nd annual Jeddah’s International Urban Development and Real Estate Investment Conference to explore issues linked to the field of Urban Development and Real Estate Investment.

Venue: Al Harithy Company for Exhibitions (Jeddah’s Center for Events and Forums) For more info: www.events.hellotrade.com/conferences/jeddah-international-urban-developmentand-real-estate-investment-conference/

Jun 19 - Jun 21 Makkah International Urban & Infrastructure Development

Fully licensed by the Ministry of Trade and Industry, Future Makkah is the perfect opportunity for professionals involved in all types of utility provision to showcase their projects, products and services to an audience of business people with a specific interest in the ongoing and future development of the Makkah region.

Venue: Jeddah Hilton Hotel For more info: www.futuremakkah.com

Send us information about your upcoming event to: events@destinationjeddah.com and we will gladly announce it.

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Rabigh Wings Aviation School:

A Passion For Flying

By Dina Ismail Photography by Mokhtar Chahine

Whether you’re looking for a commercial pilot training program, or a way to pursue a hobby of aviation, or even just for a weekend getaway with your family, AlRabigh Wings Aviation School provides all of these options and more. DJ explores the concept behind the aviation academy, a pioneer in its industry as the first civil aviation flight school in the Kingdom, and one of the more unique ways to experience the country.

The Rabigh Wings Flight School was born out of a single passion. The enthusiasm and love of aviation of Prince Turki bin Mugrin Al-Saud (CEO) manifested itself when AlSaud established a flight school in Lebanon.

This dream later took hold in the Kingdom with the inception of the Rabigh Wings Aviation School in Jeddah.

“We’d like to introduce the concept of private aviation to the people,” explained Al-Saud.

“Many people are unaware of the advantages of holding a Private Pilot’s License (PPL) or even of owning your own small aircraft. It’s not as impossible as you might think.”

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The aviation academy, which is among the first of its kind in the Kingdom and the region, is a pioneer in its industry - aiming not only to train individuals for commercial aviation but also to reach another market segment: those looking for a private aviation qualification without having to leave Saudi Arabia. Everything from the instructors to the Rabigh Airport (about an hour outside of Jeddah) is held to the highest global standard. Applicants can enroll in the GACA/FAR Part 141 or GACA/FAR Part 61 programs depending on their area of their interest (commercial or private aviation, respectively). With 118 students currently registered at the academy, Camille Aboujaoude (General Manager) commented that the students were almost equally distributed among the two programs, with perhaps a slightly higher percentage enrolled in the commercial aviation program. The academy also offers a comprehensive English program to trainees in order to prepare them for the ground school training.

Available Programs: Rabigh Wings prides itself on offering state of the art training for would-be pilots in the commercial arena. The accredited training school for Saudi Arabian Airlines, Rabigh offers a Commercial Pilot License (CPL) program which is overseen by highly qualified flight instructors from all over the world. The Private Pilot License (PPL) offers an entry into the world of aviation for those who are either pursuing a hobby of flying or for those who are simply interested in learning how to fly an aircraft.

For those interested in buying an aircraft, Rabigh facilitates the purchase process with their knowledge, expertise, and experience in the arena.

Weekend Getaways: Discovery Flights For an unforgettable tour of Jeddah and a exhilarating chance to take control of an aircraft. Rabigh holds Discovery Flights every Thursday; a perfect opportunity to gather your family and show them a different side of Jeddah – a bird’s eye view from the sky! The Discovery Flights are the ultimate present, whether it be a birthday, anniversary, or just a way to show someone special that you care.

Rabigh Wings Aviation School is a one of a kind experience for everyone: the wouldbe commercial pilot, the adventurous family, or even just the individual with a deep passion for flying.

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Arts &

Entertainment

Young Saudi Lenses

Snapshots of Hearts and Minds

By Rima Al-Mukhtar

Photo by Eissa Al Hemodi

A glance inside this newly released book Young Saudi Lenses is actually a glimpse inside the minds of the talented young photographers who set about capturing their beloved country through their camera lenses. And what a glimpse it is…not the customary landscapes and sunsets, although there are some beautiful shots of these traditional subjects too; instead the book focuses on the snapshots captured by the next generation of up and coming photographers who convey the dreams of a generation in flux.

92 young Saudi photographers contributed 315 pictures to create this multi-faceted book. Kamil Hawa, the inspiration behind this collection, states, “The book’s message is not, ‘This is the Kingdom, but rather, these are the youth of the Kingdom.”

This book tells a story of Saudi Arabia as viewed from the streets, avenues, schools and mosques around KSA. Contributors included Mesleh Jameel,

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Lujain Zahed, another photographer who contributed to the book, said, “Taking pictures in public is very challenging because people sometimes attack the photographer. I had to get permission from the Ministry of Culture and Information, but sadly it didn’t always convince people in cities like Makkah and Madinah.” But all the photographers rose to the challenge and this book is a testament to their talent in capturing the pulse of Saudi society.

Beauty lies in the eye of the beholder…but Young Saudi Lenses captures the fleeing moments of beauty as visualized by Saudis themselves…and the camera never lies.

Photo by Abdulrahman Al-Fantokh

The book’s concept is far from traditional, according to the photographer Zaki Ghawwas. “The photographers were warned not to take the customary pictures of the desert at sunrise and sunset. Instead, they were encouraged to take pictures of people in schools and shopping centers.”

Photo by Hani Al Ghayhab

Fatima AlEsayi, Haifa’a Almotawea, Tariq Abdullah, Abdulrahman Kamal, Ahmed Mater, as well as Prince Sultan bin Salman, President of the Saudi Commission for Tourism and Antiquities (SCTA) and many more local talents.

The pictures were selected based on the quality of the photos as well as the variety of submissions. “The goal was to choose photos that leave impressions of excitement and curiosity,” said Hawa.

The book truly reflects the dreams and aspirations of Saudis; it is a unique window into a culture unknown to much of the world.

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Entertainment Family Fun

IT’S A MAN’S WORLD

By Rima Al-Mukhtar

Women enjoy coffee mornings, shopping excursions, and spa dates…so what’s left for men? If you think women have all the fun, think again. Jeddah is actually a man’s world, if you know where to look.

DJ presents a thought-provoking list of activities inspired by all the special men they know...because they’re worth it.

Football:

Diving & Snorkeling:

Cafes:

Fishing:

Jeddah offers football lovers a variety of football fields that they can rent; prices range from SR250-450/hour. Fields like Kaaki, Bin Mahfooz, Jantaneyya and Triple M are the perfect place to enjoy your favorite sport.

Saudi men often gather with their friends at coffee shops and lounges to play cards; one of the most popular game is Baloot. Cafes are also the perfect place where they can gather to enjoy their shisha and male camaraderie.

Water Sports:

Jeddah’ s beaches are open for everyone to enjoy, but water sports are the main attraction for Jeddawi men. They can rent a jet ski, jet boat or even a yacht to enjoy the open water.

Rentals begin at SR500 at the Marinah in Obhor, North Jeddah.

Dune Drifting:

Head to Bahra in east Jeddah in a 4x4 for the experience of your life! You will find lots of other jeeps ‘dune drifting’ along the piled soft sand and showing off their daring driving skills. But be careful; only try this with experienced drivers for your safety and the safety of others. The base of a sand dune can be a lot more solid than it looks…

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The Red Sea has so much to offer for divers and water enthusiasts; rich marine life, big waves, deep diving waters, colorful sea life. Take a boat out to the reefs/wrecks on the Red Sea and prepare to be amazed!

The Red Sea has so much to offer fishermen of all skill levels. The most popular places for fishing are Khaleej Salman, north Jeddah and Al-Khomra in south Jeddah..

Body Building:

Most Jeddawis love to hit the gym for extensive training sessions. Gold’ s Gyms, amongst others, hold social competitions like arm wrestling, weight lifting and numerous other fun gym activities too, so it’s not all work.

Weekend Away:

Jeddahwis are truly spoilt for choice – there are so many interesting destinations just a short plane ride away. Popular spots include Cairo, Beirut, Dubai, or Istanbul where men can enjoy doing the things they want to do without women hijacking the day. Visit museums, restaurants, and outdoor activities with the full freedom of men on the move – no handbags or shopping bags in sight! Check out DJ’s Travel section for some great destination suggestions.

Father/ Son Bonding for

Unforgettable

Memories

By Dilara Hafiz

No one enjoys being stereotyped, but society’s stereotypes about men can trickle down to young boys without their families ever realizing the pressures these young men are facing. Men are supposed to be ‘manly’, but what does that mean? It’s important for the younger generation to have strong role models, and for most boys, their natural hero and role model is their father. Fathers can be friends too…simply sharing time away from the usual environment can create powerful bonding memories, so check out DJ’s list for creating some special moments to remember.

Monthly Spa Day/ Barber Shop Outing Visit one of Jeddah’s many outstanding spas for a day of exercise and relaxation, away from the stresses of school and work. Go with your sons and nephews to negotiate a group discount as well as enjoy some manly bonding in a different setting. Sharing a haircut and shave may seem trivial, but choose an upscale barber shop where your monthly chore becomes a shared pleasure.

Plus it’s a great opportunity to share the family style secrets with the younger generation!

Extreme Sports Never been scuba-diving, deep-sea fishing, jet-skiing, or dune-bashing with your boys because your wife is too scared about the safety of the men in her life? Now is your chance to seize the day – get out there and share some thrills with just your sons, no matter their ages, you can tailor the activity safely for them. The memorable adrenaline rush will power you through the rest of the month, plus it’ll give them amazing stories to share with their friends – you’ll be the hero of the month!

Coffee Break/ Bookstore Browsing Even if you are too busy to devote a whole day to manly pursuits, just sitting down for a cup of coffee with your son (instead of with your friends) may become a weekly ritual which you treasure in the years ahead. It’s all about some quality time with each other – you’ll never regret the shared conversations over the issues that matter to you and your loved ones. Enjoy a timeout in Jarir or Bridges – they both have in-house snack bars for a quick bite and drink, with plenty of non-coffee alternatives for the little ones.

Bowling/ Laser Tag/ Arcades/ Video Games/ Go-Karting If your sons are under 16, then there are many great activities which you can all enjoy together – try some of these favorites to bring out your inner child too! Make it a ‘Boy’s Night Out’ monthly adventure and keep track of your scores to inspire some healthy familial competition with each other.

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Entertainment

BANISH

SUMMERTIME

BOREDOM!

By Serene Feteih

Kids of all ages will find something to interest them, there’s lots to do in Jeddah if you’re not traveling during the school holidays. From arts/crafts to exercise to computer skills, make some phone calls and book yourself into a fun class now. It’s a great opportunity to make friends, learn a new skill, and keep boredom at bay!

TITLE

AGE

MAIN ACTIVITIES

CONTACT

LOCATION

Pure Crafts

3 - 13

Arts and crafts

0503352506

Al-Zahra Dist.

Enchanted Garden

7 - 13

Variety

0546916812

Tahlia

Kids Designers

4 - 12

Interior Design

6329297 0551869935

Al-Fayha’a Dist.

iDesign

9 - 14

Graphic skills using Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator

0506624113

Al-Shati Dist.

Green Leaves Playgroup

2-8

Variety of activities indoor and outdoor

0505340002

Al-Rawdah Dist.

Kai Fitness Centers

8 - 12

Focus on better health, stamina and thinking skills, along with drawing and fun activities

6694466

Serafi Megamall & Gold Moor Branch

Grow to Glow

3 - 13

Arts & crafts, fashion, spa, science

0536002556

Red Sea Mall

Ebdaa Gallery Center

7 - 13

Oil on canvas, photograpy

2154490 0500558166

Alnahda, behind Hera’a Ave.

Rose Garden

2 - 10

Jungle theme; carpentry, first aid, book club, Tae Kwando, French, Islamiyat & Fun Games

0554333013

Al-Salama Dist.

3 - 8 boys 3 - 12 girls

Variety of activities sports & dancing, english conversation

6061639

Khaldiya Dist.

Arts

2154470 0500558166

Alnahda, behind Hera’a Ave.

Color Kids Center Ebdaa Gallery Center

4+

My Library

3-9

Reading, story telling, arts & crafts, etiquette & drama

2631709

Al-Rawdah Dist.

Jack N Jill

2-5

Music, arts & crafts, english & phonics, trips & cooking.

0507369963

Khaldiya Dist.

Bear Hugs

2-6

Arts & crafts, songs, cooking & so much more.

6653192

Al-hamra Dist.

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Bookstores

Libraries

Fun & Recreation

Museums & Art Venues

Arts & Entertainment

Directory Bookstores

Fun & Recreation

Al-Fanous Bookstores Tel: +966-2-6553897 Al-Khair Bookstores Tel: +966-2-6936318 Al-Maktaba Stores Tel: +966-2-2562187 Al-Obeikan Bookstores Tel: +966-2-6927018 / 920020209 Dar Al-Mareekh Bookstores Tel: +966-2-6524682 Jarir Bookstores Tel: +920000089 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

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 Red Sea Mall Tel: +966-2-2180081 Funtime Pizza Tel: +966-2-6555992 Fun Day Tel: +966-2-2635487 Ice Land Tel: +966-2-6626666 IN10SO Tel: +966-2-2844992 Jeddah Lanes Tel: +966-2-6636381/ 6690343 Jungle Land Tel: +966-2-2881111 Kid’s Cafe Tel: +966-2-2634888 Mob: +966-555651653 Kid’s Castle Tel: +966-2-2634760 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 Vi Kids Club Tel: +966-2-2616899 Vortex Tel: +920009550

Libraries CBA Library Tel: +966-2- 6900671 Effat Library Tel: +966-2-6364300 Jeddah Public Library Tel: +966 2-6363920 Mirza Library Tel: +966-2-6721063 My Library Tel: +966-2-2631709

Museums & Art Venues Al-Alamia Gallery Tel: +966-2-6635107 Al-Tayebat International City Museum for Sciences & Knowledge Sitteen St. Tel: +966-503601376 www.altayebatcity.com 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 Rochan Gallery Tel: +966-2-6655630 Ext.236 Saudi Center for the Fine Arts Tel: +966-2-6696786 Basmoca Virtual Museum www.basmoca.com

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For some women, the abaya is not simply something to be thrown on. For some women, the abaya is not the afterthought of the much more meticulously created outfit underneath it. For some women, the abaya is an extension of their personality, an expression of their taste, a statement of their style. Ladies, welcome to Haal Inc.

Style Statements: Haal Inc.

First launched in Ramadan of 2010, Haal Inc. is the result of collaboration between several young Middle Eastern designers. The name of the line is derived from “heil”, which means cardamom, the ubiquitous spice found in many an Arabian dish and drink. Cardamom encapsulates the flavor and spice of the East, just as haal inc. represents an icon of the Gulf world: the abaya. However, the abayas of Haal Inc. are not your typical every day black cloaks.

The second collection, now available at Sotra in Ana Special Mall, is a contemporary swirl of color, shape, and cut - a statement for any fashionista. Haal Inc. incorporates runway trends into the pieces for some truly unique styles - military inspired, tuxedo accents, dramatic shoulders, color blocking are all used to great effect. Made in a variety of fabrics and textures, Haal Inc. prides itself on providing an abaya for every occasion and for every type of wearer. Many of the pieces are offered in both crepe and cotton, to ensure maximum wearability without compromising style. Each abaya is sold with an accompanying plain tarha or veil, in your choice of cotton or georgette.

What is appealing about Haal Inc. is the level of customization that is already built into the pieces. While many of the abayas are offered in the voluminous wraparound style, clients have the option of adding hooks for ease of wear or even of simply wrapping it differently to show/hide color and design accents as required. Contemporary interpretations of traditional styles combine simple embellishments, accent fabrics, and contrasting textures to make every abaya a style statement, rather than just an afterthought.

Convenience, style, accessibility, and flair. These are the aspects on which Haal Inc. was established. Haal Inc…your abaya will never be the same again.

The haal inc. 2011 collection is now showing at Sotra in Ana Special Mall.

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Fashion & Shopping

THE ABSOLUTE MAN: Men's Fashion and Lifestyle Blog from the Middle East

With millions of fashion websites and blogs out there, it appears as though everything is covered, photographed, analyzed and written about. But have all the ‘I’s’ been dotted and all the ‘T’s’ really been crossed? When it comes to catering to the Middle Eastern gentleman’s needs, there was something missing. This void was filled by ‘The Absolute Man’ – a luxury men’s lifestyle and fashion blog which provides a Middle East-orientated, centralized hub where men’s luxury and style form its very ethos.

This is the online place to enliven your knowhow and expand your cool. The selection of online retailers featured in the Shopping Guide brings readers strong product choices, styling tips for everyone, and a competitive customer service. Everything is obtainable in the ultimate endeavor to make the worldly and well-traveled gentleman ‘The Absolute Man.’

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White Cotton T-shirt styled necklinevsilver YSL emblemby Yves Saint Laurent at MrPorter Light Blue Super Wash 519 carrot slim fit by Levi’s at MyWatdrobe Jet Cotton Lounge shoes by Harrys of London at MrPorter

DRESSING THE ABSOLUTE MAN

A selection of favorites from this season’s essentials, this is not about how to sport a runway look. Instead, it’s about focusing on wardrobe essentials that translate the expression of luxury. From specialist denim innovators and nerds, to luxury, not-so-basic essential tees, The Absolute Man examines every detail with a promise to give those gentlemen their edge. The Absolute key to this spring/summer wardrobe is versatility, in style no matter what attitude you wish to convey. With a few golden rules to go by; Match distressed with clean cut, Brights with Neutrals, and never doubt the sharpness of a lightweight summer blazer or a masterpiece pair of moccasin shoes crafted with decades of know-how.

Navy Cotton unlined Jacket

by Alexandar McQueen at MrPorter Thin Fin Dark Washed Ripped and Repaired Slim Jeans by Nudie Jeans at My-Wardrobe Orange Polo by Marc Jacobs at MrPorter Tailored Pleated Shorts beige

by Mr. Roland Mouret at MrPorter Checkred Shirt Cross Grain Collar by Lanvin at MrPorter Black Steve McQueen sunglasses by Persol at MyWardrobe Black Leather Sandals by Balenciaga at MrPorter Battista Long sleeve blue mix

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Fatima Abid: LoSpazio to London Photography by Silwan Eshki

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Vera Wang, Jean Paul Gaultier, Balmain, Missoni…the list of exclusive, high-end designers is one any Hollywood star or world-famous celebrity is familiar with.

LoSpazio Boutique carries these names and many more, including talented Saudi designer Fatima Abid. Known locally as the designer for special event dresses of style and sophistication, she’s recently been invited to partner with a well-known British Company to showcase her designs internationally. Her designs will soon be available at Harrods in London.

Fatima’s flagship store in Le Chateau on Tahlia Street is the hub of her brand, but she released her latest Haute Couture collection Glamor at LoSpazio Boutique on Malik Road. Her ready-to-wear items and her latest collection can be found both at her store and at LoSpazio. Women in search of that one-of-a-kind design can browse the extensive collection at LoSpazio in addition to augmenting their look with brand-name accessories. The exclusive café on the 2nd floor provides a relaxing respite where shoppers can ponder their next purchases.

Fashionistas of all ages in search of classic styles or cutting edge brands know that LoSpazio is a definite stop on their shopping agenda. With designers such as Fatima Abid to carry the flag of Saudi fashion abroad, it’s no secret that well-dressed women are familiar with her name, but now her secret is out and the global fashion scene will soon welcome her sense of drama and elegance.

Location: LoSpazio (Etoile / King Rd.) Fatima Abid (Le Chateau / Tahliah St.) Tel: +966-2-2611382, +966-2-554369993

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TARHATI My Veil, My Pride

By Rima Al-Mukhtar Photography by Silwan Eshki & Jawaher Abbar

Tarhati is the veil brand that offers you an impressive assortment of elite tarhas. Their collection ranges from casual/practical to elegant/fancy headscarves plus all the complementary accessories for hijab fashionistas, including matching handbags.

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Although black is the most common tarha color worn by Saudi women, stepping into Tarhati opens up a colorful world of possibilities limited only by your imagination. Tarhati’s motto is “Cover up with style.” Rayyan Jamjoom, the owner of the store, says that opening the store was done after a long process of research and planning. “I noticed that whenever I travelled with my female family members, they would always target stores that sell tarhas and scarves…even though they already owned dozens. They would claim that they couldn’t find a decent store in Jeddah that offered the same style and quality,” he said. “That made me think of starting a business dedicated to selling tarhas for people like my family, who are looking for colored tarhas.”

Tarhati started in bazaars; Rayyan participated in over 40 local bazaars and built up a loyal fan base of 2,000 customers before opening Tarhati in the Red Sea Mall in August 2009. They now offer shoppers more than 3,000 colored tarhas under one roof! “We get our merchandise from Turkey, China, Egypt and Pakistan. We offer our customers more than 20 kinds of fabrics including cotton, pure silk, satin, chiffon and more,” said Rayyan. “You don’t have to be dull just because you’re wearing a veil; you can look stylish and well-dressed by mixing and matching your tarha with your clothes, handbag, or abaya,” Location Red Sea Mall, Khan Al Khaleeli Area.

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Fashion & Shopping

Gifts & Souvenirs Jeddah is truly a shopper’s paradise, IF you know where to look.

While most people check out the main malls...let DJ introduce you to the hidden gems of Jeddah where you can discover unique gifts, memorable souvenirs, and one-of-a-kind handmade treasures.

Anaqeed

By Silwan Eshki

An upscale gift store which is more like a celebration of the Arabian/ Islamic cultural heritage, their items are perfect for tasteful gift-giving when you are out to impress! This eye-catching wood/glass ‘Seal of the Prophet Muhammad’ is SR195, while the unique coffee urn turned into an incense holder is SR75. They also have a variety of exquisite oudh bottles in different sizes ranging from SR40-60.

Location: Red Sea Mall Tel: +966-2-6684913

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Alshumookh

Al-Shumookh is THE place for quality, traditional Saudi Arabian men’s clothing. Their range of thobes (robes), shemag (headress), meshlah (sheer robe worn over thobe), madaas (leather sandals), and subha (prayer beads) is simply amazing. The colorful sandals are priced from SR150-600 and are available for both men and women.

Location: Red Sea Mall Tel: +966-2-2150730

Zahrat Al Madinah

These gorgeous, oneof-a-kind prayer beads are handmade by a talented Frenchwoman in Madinah. Jeddahwis can find her creations at Dadu Boutique. The black/beige prayer beads are made from fine stones from Iran, with silver accents for SR1300, while the blue prayer beads with pearls are SR770.

Mob: +966-503336863 zahratalmadinah@yahoo.com

Tel: +966-2-6649202 Fax: +966-2-6649201 Prince Sultan st Ana special mall - 1st floor DESTINATION JEDDAH 43

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GADGETS FOR HIM

By Swalah Eshki

Belkin iPod Classic 80GB / 160GB Sport Armband Plus Cable Capsule Storage Midnight Blue (1 Case) - SR 75 The ultra-comfortable sport Armband Plus is hand-washable and gives you full protection with easy access to your iPod during workouts. www.amazon.com

Kikkerland Magnetic Triangle Flasher Emergency Safety Light - SR 99

An absolute essential at hazard and accident scenes - keep it in your car. You never know when it’ll come in handy!

Available at: Radio Shack

Highland Space Master Soft Sided Organizer - SR 80

This multi-purpose organizer is perfect for groceries, sports equipment, picnics and more! The heavy duty,yet lightweight bag is flexible and includes 3 large main compartments and 7 side pockets. www.amazon.com

Powermat Home & Office Mat (Black) [Doors Sold Separately]- SR 419

A sleek, simple way to keep all those personal electronic devices charged, without a mess of cables. Simply choose a mat and the matching receivers for the devices you want to charge. Each mat includes a Universal Powercube receiver that allows you to charge hundreds of devices.

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ALPHA UWCP - Underwater Cellular Phone - SR 3,899

Use a cell phone while diving - this new form of communication from and to divers is now possible with the ALPHA UWCP. Breakthrough technology makes it possible for communication between two divers, or diver to surface, at a distance of up to 20,000 km away!

Available at: memega

APP MUST

FITNESS BUILDER Car Maintenance Tracker HD “Lite Edition” How often do you miss the service appointment for your car? This app keeps track of the auto maintenance of all your cars - perfect for personal or business use for cars, buses, trucks, and more...

SAUDI ARABIA MAP Saudi Arabia Map enables you to use maps offline without an internet connection. Get peace of mind when traveling... knowing you will not be charged with roaming fees!

The most comprehensive fitness program in the world will transform your fitness lifestyle with the largest library of exercise videos, the most challenging workouts, access to a live personal trainer, and the most complete set of workout building tools, plus much more.

GAME REVIEWS L.A. NOIRE

MORTAL KOMBAT Mortal Kombat is the most accessible and competitive game coming to the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360. It extends the brutal experience with a visually striking story mode that will rewrite the ancient history of the Mortal Kombat Tournament.

Faced with extinction, Raiden has one last chance...to return to the past in order to impact the present.

L.A. Noire is a gritty, single player detective game set on the infamous streets and smoke-filled back rooms of post-war Los Angeles. Designed in the classic film noire movie genre, L.A. Noire blends crystal clear graphics that bring the iconic look and feel of the era to life, allowing you to solve crimes through interrogation and investigation. L.A. Noire utilizes state-of-the-art facial recognition software to give extraordinary detail to facial expressions, allowing players to enter another digital dimension devoid of the tired “run and gun” that have become all too familiar in today’s gaming market.

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Business

Latest Product Launches & New Releases Aquafina Receives International Food Safety Certificate

Al Jomaih Bottling Plants in Riyadh and Qassim, the bottler of Pepsi’s products and Aquafina, received the International Organization for Standardization Certificate for food safety management.

Mohammed bin Hamad Al Jomaih, Assistant GM of Al Jomaih Bottling Plants, said, “Purity and high quality are our main priority and this has won the complete confidence of our customers since Aquafina was launched in the Saudi market three years ago.”

TAG Heuer MERIDIIST Communication Instrument Both Limited Edition Carbon MERIDIIST’s feature carbon fibre battery covers with an engraved limited edition steel seal at the base of the battery cover, a side motif, and integrated GMT software that allows seamless travel between time zones. The alligator skin touch adds elegance and luxury. Sporty, hi-tech, and incredibly durable, TAG Heuer’s entrance into the communications realm lives up to their world-class standards.

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TAG Heuer Monaco Twenty Four Calibre 36 Chronograph This is the timepiece where inspired engineering and radical looks blend in a futuristic whole. It expresses values TAG Heuer has always stood for: constant technical innovation, and a passion for ground-breaking design.

For a start, it’s powered by our Calibre 36 movement, beating 100 times faster than your heart, at 36,000 vibrations per hour. Then, it’s equipped with high-tech shock protection: the world’s first Advanced Dynamic Absorber system. The movement is suspended between four shock-absorbing arms. It seems to float, allowing you to see into the case.

Braun Iontec Healthy Styling Products:

Braun Satin Hair 7 Airstyler with IONTEC & Braun Satin Hair 7 Blow Dryer with IONTEC harness heat in a gentle way; the temperature is never too intense and the heat emitted is evenly distributed along the appliance.

“We want to deliver ease of use and help women have fun creating new styles without any damage,” said Frauke Neuser, Beauty Scientist at Braun.

LG-HX300G-angle “Pocket” Projector on The Go!

Gamers

The LG HX300G Microportable LED Projector brings you the world of media to your finger tips. For every situation and for every scene, the projector is a new convenient way to enjoy your media, your way.

Can’t step away from the new Call of Duty, not even for a second? With the HX300G, gaming becomes twice as real and twice as fun. Every detail, every color is bought to life in a bigger better better way.

The HX300G acts as your own personal meeting room, wherever you are. The beauty of the HX300G lies in its size and portability - making it the must have accessory for business people on the go.

The days of arguing over the remote are over with the HX300G. Use like a second television and everyone’s happy, no matter what is on.

The HX300G offers you your media and your entertainment wherever you are.

Use as an exercise companion, to pump some life back into those boring workout routines. Hosting a party or get-together?

The HX300G is the perfect medium to share pictures with friends or family or just to provide a dynamic wall scene as background to the fun.

Entertainment

Workaholics

Movie Buffs

TV Fanatics

Skip the hassle of a TV and DVD player - with the HX300G, enjoying your favorite movies is now as simple as the touch of a power button.

Relive your favorite moments larger than life with the projector’s instant access to harddrives and USB, for ultra-accessibility.

Product details:

- Product Dimensions: 31 x 23.6 x 11.2 cm - HX300G weight: 786g - Item model number: HX300G - Available at: Extra, Price: 2299 SR P ROMOTION

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Fashion Designers

Florists, Plants

Furniture

Shopping Malls

Fashion & Shopping

Directory Boutiques Al-Jadila Boutique Tel: +966-2-2841249 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

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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

Furniture

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 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

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

NOW YOU CAN CREATE THAT ONE T-SHIRT YOU'VE ALWAYS WANTED !

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 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 Al-Haddab Center Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6942888 Shops: Centrepoint (Baby Shop, Splash, Shoe Mart,

Lifestyle), Home Center, Koton, Mobily, Natuzzi, Sedar, Warde

The Body Shop, Wallis, Zain, Zara Kids.

Badriyah Towers Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6062777 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

Hera’a Intl. Souq Hera’a St. Tel: +966-2-6540097 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

Basateen Center Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6611721 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 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 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 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,

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 Jeddah Mall Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6678666 Shops: Al-Musali & AlRaies, Barakat Jewellery, Damas, Elite, Eye2eye, Faces, Gosh, Karen Millen, Kipling, Luxury, Maria Pino, Naomi, Swatch, Trussardi, WAIPAI La Promenade Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6688737 Shops: Budget, Chic Boutique, Chole, Femi.9, Lerre, Lifestyles, Mavi, PaperMoon, Quik Sliver, Roxy, Sport Look Le Mall Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6600111 Shops: Accessorize, Claire’s, Fitaihi Jeweley, Karen Millen, la Senza, Musalli, Nine West, Rizq Jewellery, Rosyblue, Rubaiyat (Bags & Shoes), Showtime, Springfield, Swatch, The Body Shop DESTINATION JEDDAH 49

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Mall of Arabia Al-Haramein Rd. Tel: +920009550 Supermarket: Panda Shops: Abu Sharaf, Accesorize, Adams, Adidas, Ahmad Abdulwahed, Alpha Opticals, Alshaya, Balad, Bershaka, Blue Age, Bonia, Boots, Brics, BSB, BSX, C&B, C&K, Cameui, Camille’s Sidewalk, Carters, Celio, Chad Valley, Coast, D-FP-T, Debenhams, Diesel, Desigual, Dorthy Perkins, Forever21, Evans, Exit, Faces, Gap, GBK, Girls, H-Flow, H&M, Hokair, Hush Hush, I Style, Jennyfer, Kikik, La Senza, La Senza Gril, La Vie En Rose, Lady Bird, Life Kids, Limited Too, Liz Claiborne, Lynnes, Mango, Maghrabi Kids, Mini Modu, Miss Selfridge, Miss Whatever, Mothercare, Nectar, New Yorker, Next,Nike, Nil Yarz, Nose, Oasis, Okaidi, Opt. Centre, Party Princess, Pride of Kashmir, Principle, Pull & Bear, Puma, Pumpkin Patch, Quiz, Ribbon, Rina, Salhiya, School, Sgt.Major, SIA,Spring, Stradivarius, Sun & Sands Sports, Swiss Corner, Tally Wejil, TCF, Terranova, Terranova Kids, The Museum, TPC, Twaila, Vero Moda, Vertbaudet, Viss, Wallis, Warehouse, White Company, Zahoor Al-Reef, Zara, Zoppini, ZYNG Nojoud Center Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-2571217 Shops: Adidas, Al-Badr Optical, Alcott, Alhomaidhi, Bonia, Cortefiel, Emad Rizq, Faces, Feni 9, Gerry Weber, GS Big & Tall, I Zone, Pumpkin Patch, Lora Lina Sfera, Magrabi, Mango, Mobily, Women’s Secret, Sarafia, Shalky , Smash,Tanagra, Vincci

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Red Sea Mall King Rd. Tel: +966-2-2151551

Supermarket: Danube 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, Sephora, Sergio Rossi, Sony, Sports Wear, Swatch, Tea Gschwender, Tiffany & Co., Tihama (Stationery), Top Shop, Top Man, Versace, Vision Express, XOXO, Zuhur, Zoopini, Roshana Center Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-2634899 Shops: 4U4Ever, Abo Moammar, Adolfo Dominguzs, Aire Barcelona, Al Homaidi Watches, Al Naghi Jewellery, AMH, Armand Basi, Baby Fitaihi, Bayana, Biggie Best,Bimba & Lola, Blanco, ByBasi, Comfort Zone, Dandara, Diktons Barcelona, Extra Ordinary, Fairooz,

Fityani, Gara Roufa, Her Majesty, Jade Jewellery, Jounah, La Femme Chic, Lights, Linen Chest, Little Book, Lolaetmoi, Lorina, Majed Saleem Jewellery, Mario Zegnoti, Memories Gifts, Mr. Mohammad Rizq, My Fair Lady, Nail Spa, Nof Jewelery, On Time Plus, Pretty Shoes Yalghi Couture, Reem Spoosa,Ruben Perlotti, Sabaya, Samsung, Sarwat, Scholl, Seasons Perfumes, SID, Virgin Megastore Roshan Mall Malek Rd. Tel: +966-2-6226720 Supermarket: Hyper Panda Shops: Abdul Samad Al-Qurashi, 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 Supermarket: Danube Shops: Al-Sawani, Baleno, Claire D K, Claire’s, Faces, Go Sport, Life Style, Maghrabi, Pepe Jeans, Samuel & Kevin, Sensi, Swatch, Voyage Stars Avenue Mall Malek Rd. Tel: +966-2-2754522 Super market: Carrefour.

Shops: Agatha, Al-Ghazalo,

Al-Humaidi, Al-Mutahajibah, Al-Othaim, Al-Shayiya Accessory, Arabian Oud, Argeterie, Art of Idea, Axiom, Baby Fitaihi, Batteel, BCBG, Benetton, Body Shop, Bonpoint, Borbonese, Breil, Carolina Herrera CH, Champion, Coach, Cole Haan, Collci, Courier, Cream, Custo Barcelona, Cute, Derby X, Destination Maternity, Faces, Faith Connexion, Farsi Jewelry, Fayandra, Fityani, GBK, GC Watches, Geox, Guess Accessory, Guess by Marciano, Hang Ten, Issam Jamal, Jarkas, Jasmine Box, Jimmy Choo, Kanz AlSahra, Karen Millen, Khider Rizek, Kohar, Kurt Geiger, La Perla Palace, Lacoste, Lide X, Little Book, Liujo, L’ Occitane, Love Sac, Lyne’s, Magrabi, Majesty, Mama’s and Papa’s, Mango, Marc by Marc Jacobs, Masagh, Max Mara, Mikayaji, Mimosa, Moschino, Mutamiez, My Accessory, Nayomi, Nectar, Newbury, 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, Victoria Casal, Voila, Waed, Wahat Al-Jalabiya, Wazer Pharmacy, XOXO, Zanotti Sultan Mall Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-2758992 Dining: Al-Baik, Baskin Robbins, Capo Grillo, Casper & Gambini’s, Coffee Maker, Conton, Hot & Crispy, Kudu, Sayadiyah express 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 Shops: Al-Humaidi, AlRayes, 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

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Dive for Earth Day Earth Day 22 April 2011 Celebration

By Hans Sjoeholm

How deep is your LOVE? Real men dare to care about the cleanliness and health of the coral reef community.

It is cool and macho to give a helping hand to remove ghost nets, fishing lines, boat anchors and plastics from the seafloor. Deft manipulation of sharp scissors and knives in the cleanup effort requires concentration and determination from a real, dedicated man.

Earth Day is a day that is intended to inspire awareness and appreciation for the Earth’s environment. This year Earth day has marked its 41st anniversary event that was celebrated by millions in more than 175 countries around the world. The focus worldwide was on different topics such as recycling, tree-planting, and reef cleaning-ups. Since more than 70% of our blue planet is covered with water, here we will focus on the submarine environmental effort.

Dive for Earth Day is an extraordinary opportunity to take action and help address the underwater issues that concerns you most. This is an event that connects East with West. We walk under the same sun, breathe the same air and share the water around our globe. I cannot think of any better place to be on this day than just here in Jeddah in the Middle East.

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This year’s Dive for Earth Day Jeddah event was a marvelous success. Its success was thanks to the many efforts of all the wonderful divers from many countries and many businesses who generously donated their time, efforts and resource. Divers came from across Saudi with many repeat volunteers from the Makkah region. Internationally, Asia, Europe and North America were all well represented. In terms of businesses. The Jam Joom Group sponsored this event, along with Desert Sea Divers who made this day possible by lending us staff and three boats to support this important Dive for Earth Day. It was great to see so many families and young children participate in these events as well.

The Red Sea is today one of the last coral seas that so far hasn’t suffered from coral bleaching and pollution to the same extent as other major

oceans. It is crucial to keep it this way, as it is to make sure that we live next door to a healthy marine environment. Otherwise this marvelous resource will be tragically lost to all future generations.

The reefs themselves are wonderfully efficient and environmentally friendly. These solar powered reefs use light to power their photosynthesizing processes, producing life sustaining oxygen and absorbing ocean acidifying carbon dioxide. To keep our reefs in tip top shape it is important to conduct the cleaning operation correctly. It is important to carefully remove plastic bags, nets and fishing lines without causing more damage. Otherwise these fishing implements kill and trap shells, turtles, and reef fish long after we above water have forgotten about them. A good pair of scissors is a necessary tool to facilitate the removal of these old nets. Fish baskets are another high priority to be removed as they trap and kill ornamental fish.

The clean up process is an after-the-fact approach to environmental protection. This must be coupled with the source of the problem. Small changes in our attitudes and life style can have dramatic before-the-fact impacts on our environment. For example, reduction or elimination of the use of plastic bags can make a huge difference. The next time you go out shopping, consider taking a shopping bag with you or reuse ones already in your custody. Accepting a plastic bag very time we buy small items like chewing gums etc. will increase the bags in circulation, many of which end up strangling the life out of tree branches on land or delicate coral formations underwater. While you are at it, consider recycling aluminums cans, glass and plastics.

Jeddah has recycling drop off locations where you can take many recyclables. Plastic bags specifically are very dangerous to the marine environment. In addition to suffocating corals, they are sometimes mistaken for jellyfish by turtles and whales, plastic bags invariably die a painful death.

So don’t forget, cleanliness and environmental awareness above and below the water are both very macho attributes. Carry yourself with this in mind and everyday can be an earth day. www.projectaware.org/ DESTINATION JEDDAH 53

Red Sea Coast

Open Skies,

Life in The City Time OUT! Discoveries along the Shores of Jeddah

by Hans Sjoeholm

Unplug the MP3, mute the mobile, and put the laptop aside. Take a walk and pull out the earpods and listen to the original “twitter� from the transient visitors that are currently sharing our space in the Kingdom. Whole communities of birds are taking a short break in Jeddah to refresh and replenish among earthbound creatures for the long haul north.

Demoiselle Cranes Anthropoides virgo 54 DESTINATION JEDDAH

Shore Crab Grapsus albolineatus

Shore Crab Grapsus albolineatus The visitors arrive in quantity and perch, flutter and squabble anywhere that offers a scrap of food, a perch and perhaps some shade. Gardens, a popular resort for the travelers, suddenly abound with flashes of yellow, green and a rainbow of feathers as, braced with a grub or two and a break from flying, the migrating birds cheerfully infiltrate and share our airspace and environment for a few weeks.

A little concentration and a few minutes stillness on your part will be rewarded with captivating glimpses of wildlife close up - a touch of raw nature in our material world.

Give yourself a break from the cyber-realm by turning off your mobile and turning down the iPod; treat yourself by recognizing the aviancommunities.

El Viva the life in the CityVivacity!

Spring has sprung and it’s time to change your outlook on life and reconnect with the community of nature that surrounds us.

Flocks of birds are cheerfully integrating in our cluttered city, they use Jeddah as a pitstop for rest and refueling on their journey north for the Eurasian summer. Tear yourself away from the flickering computer screen and pause for a moment to look at nature in all its bounty around you.

Cheerfully integrating in our cluttered and Start with your garden and admire the colorfulWeaverbirds building their nests; listen to twittering sparrows; enjoy the song from the yellow vented Bulbul , and the DESTINATION JEDDAH 55

Turnstones Arenaria interpres

White-eyed Gull (Larus leucophthalmus)

common Myna that is not only a master singer but also displays a beautiful pair of wings whilst in flight. Whilst relaxing and sipping your tea out in the garden, you may be lucky enough to see migratory Demoiselle Cranes circling leisurely in 56 DESTINATION JEDDAH

the sky as they have done for millennia.

At the other end of the avian spectrum, the Common Swift deserves attention. Superb fliers, they frequent populated areas, sleep and mate during flight and nest in buildings.

Their screaming calls are particularly

Curlew Open Beak - Numenius arquata

Rock Dove Colomba livia

noticeable at dawn and dusk as they often gather in small parties, wheeling around buildings and catching insects. Other times they are seen flying high up in the sky above Jeddah. These are true airdwellers as they almost never land on ground or perch on

Common Myna

wires; they spend almost all their lives on the wing. Slightly out of the city, the North Corniche is the haunt of seagulls, terns and herons among the wide variety of birds to be seen strutting their stuff. The Whiteeyed Gull (Larus leucophthalmus), that takes its name from its white eye-crescents, is a small gull endemic to the Red Sea. A distinctive feature of the White-eyed Gull is its long slender bill; on adults it is deep red with a black tip. Its closest relative is the Sooty Gull. The little Green Heron shares the gulls’ space, perched on the rocks grooming itself. It is well camouflaged and sits perfectly still watching out for fish to come close enough to become its next meal.

The eponymous Turnstones meander along the water’s edge flipping over small rocks and debris to find food, occasionally in the company of a Curlew with its long, curved beak. Forever engaged in either amorous pursuit or feeding, the Rock Dove, common and beautiful with shimmering colors of green and purple around his neck, jerkily patrols the strand. The male struts around with his feathers fluffed up to impress the DESTINATION JEDDAH 57

Crested Honey Buzzard

Striated Heron Butorides striatus & White Eyed Gulls

females. Terns, with rapidly moving wings, hover over the water, dive-bombing into the water to catch their prey. The cause of all the avian excitement is the rocks, covered with shells and barnacles. The tiny Rock Skipper, a small fish, crawls on the rocks above the water line sharing space with colorful crabs that frequent these areas, a ready meal for an 58 DESTINATION JEDDAH

alert seabird. Take a deep breath, slow down, enjoy life and engage in some non-pixelized living creatures and W--elcome nature back into your life!

Dive Shops

& Dive Resorts

Directory

AL-KHORAYEF YAMAHA DESERT SEA DIVERS MARINE EQUIPMENT Location: 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

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!

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

Hans Sjoeholm

Dive Coordinator Looking for the basics or instructor level courses?

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

PRO UW Photo and Videographer Contact: +966-551070190

hans@destinationjeddah.com desertsea2000@yahoo.com

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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

NATLUS DIVERS

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

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.

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Dining Around Town

Bite Into Jeddah’s

Best Burgers

Selecting the best burger in Jeddah is not an easy task. This month DJ put their restaurant reviewers to work tasting and judging hamburgers all over town. All those calories were consumed for a good cause; the seasonings were evaluated, the patties were scrutinized, and the toppings were rated. Although taste buds may differ, you can have fun sampling from our list and see if you agree or disagree. All’s fair in love and burger wars…so let the best burger win!

Fuddruckers

GBK

Joe’s Diner

Toasted

Big Bite

Presentation

9

9

9.5

9.5

7

Toppings

9.5

9

8.5

7

6

Bread

9

9

8

8

7

Meat

9.5

9.5

8

9.5

7

Sides

8

NA

8.5

NA

6.5

Ambiance/ Cleanliness

8

8.5

8

9

7.5

Overall Rating

9

9

8.5

8.5

7

Comments

One of the best around, they maintain American standards and quality. The only burger house with a self-serve toppings bar.

Premium quality meat… you can never have enough.

Wonderful presentation and creativity, but really heavy and greasy!

Their fresh, premium Quality ingrediets make them one of our favorites!

BBQ burgers are amazing.

High quality ingredients.

Location

Andalus St. & Tahlia St.

Stars Ave

Rawdah St. & Stars Ave

Rawdah St. & Baghdadeya

Rawdah St.

Ratings are based on a scale from 1-10. Explanation below: Presentation: This rates how the burger is presented on the plate. Is the layout well thought out, how are the burger and bun presented, and how is it accessorized?

Toppings: Toppings are very important in the hunt for the perfect burger. Is the salad crisp or limp, how melted is the cheese, how fatty is the bacon, is the egg overcooked? No matter what the burger is topped with, it is rated for how well it combines with the meat.

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* A quick DJ question on its Facebook page showed that our readers’ favourite burger by a landslide is Fuddruckers, followed by a tie with Jan & Sultan burger in 2nd place and Hot Waves in 3rd.

Smash Burger Shack

Mc Ds

Hot Waves

Herfy

BK

Jan Burger

7.5

6.5

7

6

6

5

6

7

6

6

7

5

7

7.5

6

6

7

6

8

6

7

6

6

6

7

NA

NA

NA

NA

NA

5

8.5

5

4.5

5

3

7

7

6

6

6

5

Creative with good quality.

A bit healthier than other fast food chains.

Good relish.

Karbooj burgers are tiny yet satisfying… don’t miss them!

The Arabian version of McDonald’s.

Tastes good, but of lower quality when compared to others.

grilled on charcoal.

Located off of Tahlia in Danube Plaza 02- 261 3194

All Over Jeddah

Corniche & Rawdah Dist. & Malik Rd.

All Over Jeddah

All Over Jeddah

Simple burgers

Heraa St., Souq Shati, Andalus

Bread: The bun is the all too often overlooked aspect of a burger. Sadly most restaurants see this as an afterthought, but I rate on how well the bread stays together, how fresh it is, and how dry/moist it is.

Meat: Obviously the core of any good burger is the meat that goes into it. I’ll be rating how it’s cooked, consistency, flavor, quality, and taste.

Plate Accessories: How the plate is accessorized, but I don’t rate how good the chips are, or the range of salad.

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Dining Around Town

Spears: A Meat-Lover’s Delight

Spears, a southern Brazilian-style steak house, is located in the Intercontinental Hotel in Jeddah. It is less of a restaurant and more of a sizzling theme park of meat, a carnivores delight, a quarter acre of sword-wielding gauchos and smoldering logs.

It is a land of razor-sharp knives and double-weight forks, great sauces, and all the dripping, smoking flesh you can eat carved off swords at your table (all you can eat for SR150 per person). Refuse to leave until you get double portions of the grilled ostrich and desert - no man would settle for less.

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The price is very reasonable for the amount of meat provided. The staff is friendly and helpful, but make sure you tell them how you prefer your meat cooked or you might get it extremely well done. Most locals like the meat well done, so they usually serve the meat dry unless you ask otherwise. The food is always incredible – we return almost every week since we tried it for the first time.

The quality of the meat is excellent and well deserving of 4 stars. The ostrich and chicken were our two favorite meats, both extremely tender and juicy! Everything else including the soup, rice, salad, and mixture of fries and onion rings were delicious. Be careful not to fill yourselves with too much of the side orders, it’s worth saving the space for that extra piece of meat.

The service is excellent. A stick sign placed on each table alerts waiters to replenish your meat supply as and when you choose, however they are sometimes too quick to respond! They instantly react when seeing the “Go” green stick, so you have to remember to turn your stick to “Stop / Break” whenever your plate starts to get full.

Although the pros definitely overshadow the cons, a couple of things need to be improved.

The ambience and décor are a bit dull and basic. Additions to the six different varieties of meat might be a good idea, as long as there is no compromise on quality or taste.

All in all, a great place for super hungry carnivores!

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Dining Around Town

Vera Pizza ….

Molto Squisito!!

By Serene Feteih Photography by Silwan Eshki

Style. Quality. Fresh Taste. Ambience. Friendly staff. These are the qualities for a perfect dining experience. Vera Pizza has succeeded in all these categories from Day 1, even though they’re still in their soft opening.

What makes this place so unique? A traditional wood oven plus the simple retro, yet modern décor gives a cozy and warm feeling as soon as you enter the place.

Vera Pizza has an authentic Italian style and feel to it due to the friendly faces which abound in the restaurant. If you don’t have time to eat in, they provide efficient take-away or delivery, plus offer catering for your events.“The wood oven gives it that extra delicious taste, ”says the chef. “Using only the freshest and best ingredients is what makes Vera Pizza stand out.” With a variety of appetizers to choose from, make sure you don’t skip sampling their salads; the Grilled Seafood Salad appetizer is perfect to open up those taste buds. Next try the Lasagna Alforno which is also baked in the wood oven and comes straight to your table while the cheese on top is still bubbling from the heat! If you are into spicy dishes, the Benotta pizza is topped

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with jalapenos, while the Penne Arrabiata hits all the right notes. If you’re not into red tomato sauce, then the Monte Bianco is for you… a pizza with white cream sauce topped with rocca leaves, turkey slices and shredded parmesan.

Don’t forget to leave some space for the famous Vera Tella; basically it’s a Nutella pizza that is folded in a half moon shape and eaten while it’s deliciously melty and hot.

One more thing you won’t want to forget is to leave a note on the fan wall. Grab a pen and write what you like most about Vera Pizza. If you have your kids along, encourage them to leave their signatures too…especially if you agree that your meal was ‘Molto Squisito’ (‘Very Delicious’.)

Location: Batterjee St. Tel: 920003213 Website: www.verapizza.com www.facebook.com/verapizza

Dining Around Town

Crowne Plaza: The Truly Unique Place To Meet

By Mariam Nihal

“Our aim is to deliver unique products and services among our customers and clientele and to uphold our company’s vision to become One of the world’s Great Companies, Rafique Izhiman, General Manager of Crowne Jeddah” says during an exclusive interview with Destination Jeddah. He also spoke about the recent renovation of the hotel and its added facilities, the preparation undertaken for the summer, Ramadan & Haj seasons and Crowne Plaza Jeddah’s community activities.

in Jeddah 1984 is now on its final touches located on the ground floor accessible from the hotel and from the road to give it a modern look with imported equipment directly from Japan. All preparations are done with kitchen and services brigades already available on site and ready to deliver and serve a truly authentic Japanese restaurant with its grand opening scheduled on the first day of Eid AlFitr.

As part of the major renovation of the hotel, they have extended the lobby area with 42 seats capacity and one new Café “Mashrabia”.

Addtionally, Crowne Plaza Jeddah have a totally new executive floor and the famous new duplex penthouse to its facilities consisting of 323 rooms hotel.

Crowne Plaza Jeddah ethos and operations area aligned with its mission statement where they deem prime objective is to be part and to help contribute to the community and environment as much as they can. They participated in events with Help Center for children with special needs and Autism Conference that took place in Jeddah this year. They have also won numerous awards from InterContinental Hotels Group Europe/ Meddle East & Africa Region such “2010 Torchbearer” for the last 3 consecutive year 2008, 2009 and the recent one 2010.

Rafique Izhiman summed up the reverie of Crowne Plaza Jeddah in four words that are key to the integrity of Crowne Plaza Hotels & Resorts “Great Hotels Guests Love”.

Rafique Izhiman continue saying that Crowne Plaza Jeddah is one of the very first 5 stars hotel in Jeddah and had been in operation and leading the 5 stars market for 30 years now and will continue to re-enforce it with a totally new modern look of the hotel to continue its competitive edge in the market with the addition of nine totally new meeting rooms with the latest high technology equipment, private concierge and an independent coffee break area.

The research revealed that Jeddah is in need of a true grill restaurant yet unique in its concept and quality of meat served. Crowne Grill restaurant was created and is one of the pride of Crowne Plaza Jeddah now serving prime meat. It is not only a restaurant, it’s a unique dining experience.

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Rafique Izhiman spoke about the vibrant tourism culture in Saudi Arabia and how Crowne Plaza Jeddah is ready and set for the forthcoming Summer, Ramadan and Haj Seasons. “We have a mixture of seasons and different types of clients.

We have corporate guests, an influx of guests for religious obligations, local and of course the tourists. It is a real challenge to assess and to cater to every category but we strive for excellence.

We only want to make sure we maximize guest satisfaction, and this is already a job well done”.

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Local

Recipe

Ribal Sandwich Bar Tucked away in District 3 Rawdah, right next to the Farm Superstore, is a little gem of a sandwich shop that caters to all tastes; offering a good selection of snacks and fresh juices, all presented with an extra touch of diversity to convey its Lebanese origins.

The Ribal Sandwich Bar makes an interesting contribution to the wide variety of local fare by offering Ribal plates and Ribal Shawerma sandwiches which allow you to savor red (beef/lamb) and white (chicken) meat in any combination, along with fries and a selection of pickles. The Ribal Donar sandwiches are also worth trying and served in delicious, paper thin wrappers. In addition, the menu is supplemented with cheeseburgers and excellent Philadelphia Beef sandwiches. Hummus and stuffed grape leaves are also available - enough variety to keep the whole family happy.

Don’t forget to try the Ribal Fruit Cocktail, a delicious concotion of tastefully blended fresh fruits. All their fruit juices and salads are temptingly fresh. So if you are in the vicinity, do drop in to this modest, but satisfying local eatery, You will not be disappointed!

Location: Hamad Al Jasser St., Rawdah Tel: +966-2- 639 5277

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Kebdah (Lamb Liver withTomato) Ingredients

1 onion, chopped 1 tomato, chopped 1 tbsp minced garlic 1 Maggie Cube 1 cup of lamb fresh liver, cut into medium pieces 1 tsp black pepper 1 tbsp fresh chopped coriander 1 tbsp vegetable oil

Preparation Method:

Saute the onion in oil over a medium heat for 2 minutes, then add garlic and saute for approximately 7 minutes.

Then add tomato, black pepper and Maggie cube and stir for 10 minutes, then add the liver and cook for 2-4 minutes, stirring continually until the liver is just pink inside. If you want it to be totally cooked, then you have to cook it for an additional 2-3 minutes.

Garnish with coriander and serve.

Mystery Diner What’s Up With Bert’s??

I visited Bert’s three times in the past month…and I had three vastly different experiences. I met two friends for coffee and dessert on the first visit. It was very crowded, with most people just smoking nargeela (shisha) and drinking coffee. The experience was nothing spectacular since the service was slow and confused. We had three different waiters trying to take our order at various times. I figured it was busy and they wanted to make sure we weren’t forgotten.

The coffee was mediocre and the desserts, (chocolate lava cake and apple tart), would have been perfect if they had been heated first. I left enjoying the time I had with my friends, but feeling underwhelmed by the eating experience.

The second time was for lunch a week later.

I ordered the Bert’s club sandwich, my cousin ordered the chicken wrap, and we split the Greek salad. All three items were amazingly good! The sandwich had the perfect amount of each ingredient, especially the beef bacon, and the fries were scrumptious. The wrap was equally tasty, perfectly made and presented. The salad was fresh and yummy, not authentically Greek, but it was a good attempt. I have to mention our amazing waiter, Mike, who made the experience especially pleasant. He steered us away from certain items and made helpful recommendations. This time around I left with a full stomach and a positive experience.

The third go around was unfortunately a very, very bad experience; it was on a Friday for lunch. I went with my family and there were six of us, ranging in age and palette sophistication. Of the six entrees ordered, five were substandard.

The only one who lucked out was my ten year-old cousin who ordered the spaghetti Bolognese; I guess you really can’t mess this dish up. My cousin’s husband had the rib eye steak and what came out was a sorry excuse for a piece of meat. It was small, overcooked, and very salty. My other cousin’s dish, the penne arabiata, had a hair in it! We complained and while they did replace the dish, they offered no explanation, no apology, and no discount on the bill. My aunt’s husband received a pathetic salmon club sandwich. It came in typical club sandwich fashion, cut in fours, however only one of them had any salmon!

While my Greek salad on my prior visit was fantastic, comparatively speaking, my Caesar salad left much to be desired. The lettuce was wilted, it had too much dressing, and the croutons were stale.

So what kind of review can you give a restaurant with three vastly different experiences? In a city with hundreds of dining options, a place like Bert’s cannot afford to have such an off day. When they first opened, they were known for the French cafe experience and somehow they lost their vision along the way…

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Restaurants

Directory

American

Chocolates

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: +966-2-6681191 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 Rossopomodoro Tel: +966-2-6926318 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

Al Pina King Rd. Tel: +966-2-6905885 Anoosh Sari St. Tel: +966-2-6832209 Bon Bon Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6697655 Chocolate Corner Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6630449 Chocolate Sense Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-2847740 Chocolate Studio Sari St. Tel: +966-2-6985222 Ganache Rawadah St. Tel: +966-2-6601390 Caramel Rawdah 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 Voila Chocolate Millenium Ctr. Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6684343 Stars Avenue Tel: +966-2-2754411

Brazilian Hanviv Sultan Mall Tel: +966-594276234 Spears Intercontinental Hotel Tel: +966-2-6611800 DESTINATIONJEDDAH JEDDAH 70 DESTINATION 70

Chinese Be One Maa’adi St. Tel: +966-2-6143753

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 Chopsticks Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-6907575 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 Soy Rawadah St. Tel: +966-2-6643414 Toki Laylati,Malek Rd. Tel: +966-2-6060606 Xian Gong Sheraton Hotel Tel: +966-2-6992212

Craze Rawdah 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 Tea Amo Tahlia St./ Coral Mall Tel: +966-2-6601738 TeaGschwendner Red Sea Mall Tel: +966-2-2150695 Tea Rose Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6688233 Teayana Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6681660 Uromshi Cafe Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-6066668

Coffee & Tea Shops

Dates

Bateel Tahlia St. Avezzano Cafe Tel: +966-2-6630373 Serafi Mega Mall Kingdom of Dates Tel: +966-595122266 Hera’a St. Best Cup Tel: +966-2-6590838 Khalideya St. Salheya Tel: +966-2-6063619 Prince Sultan St. Book Cafe Tel: +966-2-6973281 Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-66831830 Talah Dates Campioni Sports Cafe Sari St. Tel: +966-2-6837887 Batarji St. Tamraty Tel: +966-2-6395695 Al Murjan St. Cilantro Cafe Tel: +966-2-2902385 Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-2611191 Fast Food Chai & Ba Khalideya Dist.

Al-Tazaj Tel: +966-2-6642084 Tahlia St. Coffee Bean & Tel: +966-2-6683371 Tea Leaf Big Bite Al-Shate’e Dist.

Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-2753914 Tel: +920001219 Coffee Republic Burger King Corniche St. Sari St. Tel: +966-2-6637575 Tel: +966-2-6394375 Costa Coffee Prince Sultan St. Sari St. Tel: +966-2-6836062 Tel: +966-2-6067741

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 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 Tahlia 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 New York Cab Pizza Mohammadyah Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6947972

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 Philly’s Kayyal St. Tel: +966-2-6394146 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

French

Location: Batterjee st.

Tel: 920003213

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 DESTINATION JEDDAH 71

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 Café Aroma Al-Hamra Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6605160 Cappuccino Grand Cafe Hamra Dist.

Tel: +966-2-2891009 Casper & Gambini’s Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6672020 Cast & Crew Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-2616770 Gelato Palestine St. Tel: +966-2-6635524 Chilli Grill Khalediya St. Tel: +966-2-6928383 Fratelli Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-6907217 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 72 DESTINATION JEDDAH

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 Mabu Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6604300 Montarosa Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-6391393 Pearls Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6642233 Salad Boutique Alhamra Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6515656 Shadow Lounge Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-2614777 Tche Tche Cafe Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-6223091 Tenidor Zahra Dist.

Tel: +966-2-2754144 Toasted Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-2616747 Baghdadia Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6517883 Vertigo Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6633241 White Sari St. Tel: +966-2-6068171 Zodiac Palestine St. Tel: +966-2-6607548

Ice Cream

Marina Hyatt.

Next to Cappuccino Grand Cafe.

Al Hamra Corniche. Jeddah Tel:+966-2-6501089

Baskin Robbins Musaediyya Tel: +966-2-6640574 Gelato Palestine St. Tel: +966-2-6635524 Movenpick Corniche St. Tel: +966-2-6823366 Stickhouse Tel: +966-2-6927878 Mob: +966-515047184

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 Aromi Qasr Al-Sharq Tel: +966-2-6599999 Balsamico Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6633115 Balsamico Too Malek Rd. Tel: +966-565345317 Castello Khaled Ibn Al-Waleed St. Tel: +966-2-665228 Ciao Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6653710 il Gusto Palestine St. Tel: +966-2-6600337 il Gabiano Corniche Rd. Tel: +966-2-6587042 il Villaggio Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6688233 il Porto Al-Hamra Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6501024 Isabella Al-Zahra Dist.

Tel: +966-2-2566008 Lallo’s Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6614719 Obhur Tel: +966-2-6561113 il’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 Margherita Khalediya St. Tel: +966-2-6061100 Olio Stars Avenue Tel:+966-2-2754811

R E S TA U R A N T

&

C AFFE

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 Sbarro Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6067449 Scalini Habitat Hotel Tel: +966-2-2578800 Vera Pizza Batarji St. Tel: +920003213

Japanese

Indulge Your

Senses

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 Mabu Al Andalous Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6604300 Ohayo Al-Kayyal St. Tel: +966-2-6836789 Osaka Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6645956 Sushi Yushi Attallah Center Tel: +966-2-6997854 Wakame Rawdah St. Tel:+966-2-6682003 Zn Lounge Roshana Mall, Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-2634889 Mob: +966-535598855

Middle-Eastern

www.saladboutique.com • Kuwait • Jeddah • Bahrain Tel: +966-2-6515656

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 DESTINATION JEDDAH 73

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 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 Belajio North Corniche Road Tel: +966-2-6222784 Tel: +966-2-6222779 Bhar Sari St. Tel: +966-2-6973420 Byblos Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6697655 Chez Siran Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-2616910 Cusine Halawani Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6688900 Foul wa Dugga Murjaan Dist.

Tel: +966-504814385 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 Kanz Obhur Obhur Tel: +966-2-2902888 Manuosha Sari St. Tel: +966-2-2565275 74 DESTINATION JEDDAH

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 Opp. Al-Shatee Souk Tel: +966-2-6919126 Rawdah St. Tel: +966-6067341 Saddah Tel: +966-2-6055982 Semsom Khalediya St. Tel: +966-2-6068600 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 Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6064148/ 6060790 Teen Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6689531 Yildizlar Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6531150

Moroccan

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

Persian

Al-Khayam Hilton Hotel Tel: +966-2-6590000 Jahan Andalus St. 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 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 &Bakery Al-Emad Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-2575268 Al-Mahawi Sari St. Tel: +966-2-2575739 Al-Samadi Sweets Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6642424 Al-Zawaq Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6605061 Atayeb Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6642150 Bonbon Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6697655 Cake-a-licious Al-Batarji St. Tel: +966-2-2889926 Cheesecake Factory Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6690895 Crunchez Red Sea Mall Tel: +966-2-2150145 Crusty Rawdah St. Tel: +920026633 Dactylifera Prince Sultan St. Tel: +920008182 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

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South-Asian Asia Restaurant Sari St. Tel: +966-2-6828525 Bharat Sari St. Tel: +966-2-2754606 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.

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Spirituality

Cross-Cultural Communication:

Breaking Down the Barriers of Misconceptions About Islam

By Dilara Hafiz

Peace on Earth… a lovely vision, but how is this goal achieved in reality? The ability to communicate in a common language where each participant fully understands each other is a necessary first step. And no topic needs more sensitive handling than the topic of religion, especially in the current climate where Islamophobia is rearing its head in many countries around the world.

This is where Khalid Ibraheem Al-Anaysha Al Dossary comes in – he’s made it his mission to teach effective Islamic English language competence in order to encourage a more beneficial understanding of Islam while simultaneously reducing misconceptions about Islam. His educational background of a BA in English combined with an MS and an MEd equip him to convey the importance of understandable English language comprehension, while his many years of work experience with ARAMCO’s Training and Career Development Department have given him personal expertise in the human resource element.

Khalid has developed a 32-hour course which aims to accomplish competence in a dialogue… a dialogue which will successfully enhance communication between Muslims and nonMuslims with the following goals: - The ability to give short presentations on various Islamic topics - A reasonable knowledge of Islamic terminology - Empower participants to communicate the message of Islam in English more effectively - A reasonable knowledge of necessary terminologies of other religions from an interfaith perspective “The main objective of this workshop is to assist people to communicate effectively in any intercultural encounter.”

- Khalid Ibraheem Al-Anaysha Al Dossary unlimitedinspiration@gmail.com 76 DESTINATION JEDDAH

Religious

Directory

Accommodations Close to the Two Holy Mosques:

Madinah Al-Ameen Crom Hotel

(4-star)

Markazeyah al Gharbiyah Tel: +966-4-819-8000

Al-Ansar Golden Hotel (4-star)

Few steps away from AlHaram Tel: +966-4-829-0177

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

Elad Kindah Hotel (5-star) Al-Messyaal St. Tel: +966-2-574-5555

Hawazen Hotel (3-star) Gazzah St.

+966-2-575-5575 Durrat Andalus Hotel (4-star) Tel: Hilton Makkah & Towers (5-star) King Fahad St. Hijrah St. Tel: +966-4-829-1114 Tel: +966-2-534-0000 Green Palace Hotel (4-star) InterContinental Dar Abi Zar St. Al-Tawhid (5-star) Tel: +966-4-826-9040

Hotel Elaf Taibah (3-star) Saad Bin Maaz St. Tel: +966-4-818-0050

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

Tel: +966-4-820-7770

Tel: +966-4-820-1000

Tel: +966-4-820-7117

Tel: +966-4-846-0777

Tel: +966-4-818-2300

Tel: +966-4-818-0000

Ibrahim Al-Khalil St. Tel: +966-2-541-1111

Le Meridien Makkah (5-star) Ajyad St. Tel: +966-2-575-1111

Le Meridien Towers Hotel (5-star) Rawabi Ajyad Road Tel: +966-2-539-9999

Manazel Al-Ain Mesrcure (4-star) Al-Ansar Silver Hotel (4-star) Le Meridien Madinah (4-star) Al-Azizia St. Khalid Bin El-Waleed St. Al-Siteen St. Tel: +966-2-557-8000

Al-Haram Hotel (5-star) Abi Zar Rd Al-Jaad Crom Hotel (4-star) Markazeyah Al-Gharbiyah Tel: +966-4-819-2020

Al-Karam Hotel (4-star) King Abdulaziz St. Tel: +966-4-815-5500

Marriott Madinah (5-star) Omer Ibn Al-Khatab St. Movenpick (5-star) In front of Al-Safeya Bridge Opposite Al-Haram

Tel: +966-2-570-2212

Ramada Al-Hamra(4-star) Abi Zar St.

Mouta Hotels (4-star) Asshibikah Jobal St.

Tel: +966-4-818-8888

Andalus Classy Hotel (4-star) Tel: +966-4-820-8084 King Fahad St. Ramada Al-Qibla(5-star) Tel: +966-4-829-0000 Court St. Andalus Dar Al-Khair Hotel Islamic Tel: +966-4-816-0008 (4-star) The Madinah Oberoi (3-star) Few steps away from AlAbi Zar St. Haram Tel: +966-4-818-1114

Anwar Al-Madinah Movenpick (4-star) in the Courtyard of AlHaram Tel: +966-4-818-1000

Barakat Andalus Hotel

Tel: +966-4-828-2222

Makkah Ajyad Makkah (4-star) Ibrahim Al-Khalil St. Tel: +966-2-572-0500

Al-Siteen St.

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

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

Al Jaad Crom Hotel Naqa Al-Sulaimaneyah St.

(4-star)

Tel: +966-4-820-8884

Tel: +966-4-829-0180

Dar Al-Hijra InterContinental (4-star) King Fahad St. Tel: +966-4-820-7777

Dar Al-Iman InterContinental (5-star) Off Al-Siteen St. Tel: +966-4-820-6666

Dar Al-Taqwa InterContinental (5-star) Off Al-Siteen St. Tel: +966-4-829-1111

Mercure Grand Um Al-Qura (5-star) Al-Jamaiza St.

Tel: +966-2-570-0866 Tel: +966-2-570-5555

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

Tel: +966-2-574-4401

Dar Al-Manasek Hotel (4-star) Ibrahim Al-Khalil St. Tel: +966-2-539-4444

Elaf Ajyad Hotel (4-star) Al-Masafi St. Tel: +966-2-572-2200

Elaf Al-Sud Hotel (4-star) Ajayad Al-Sud St. Tel: +966-2-570-8586

Mercure Hibatullah Hotel (4-star) Um Al-Qura St. Tel: +966-2-549-8855 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 & Towers (5-star) Gazzah St. Tel: +966-2-576-0000

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

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

Travel Trends

Why Not Cruise?

See The World at Sea

If you are one of those people who has never taken a luxury, all-included cruise because you thought: 1 - It’s too expensive.

2 - I’ll get seasick.

3 - I’ll get bored.

Think again! Cruising is all the rage – the perfect stress-free family holiday where everyone has the freedom to do what they want, eat what they want and when they want…seriously, the staff is dedicated to fulfilling your every desire.

For 1st time cruisers – select a 5 or 7-day cruise for the ideal combination of shipboard excitement coupled with a few interesting ports of call. The Caribbean is an ideal choice for a family fun cruise. Select the cruise line carefully as they appeal to different types of people. Carnival is a more casual, zany-type cruise (think ice-cream eating contests where you aren’t allowed to use your hands, yup, you just attack your bowl face-first, or slightly risqué hairy-chest contests where a blind-folded, bikini-clad girl is the judge…just using her hands to 78 DESTINATION JEDDAH

caress the chest of each contestant!), while Holland America and Princess Cruise lines cater to a slightly more upscale, wellbehaved crowd.

Cruise costs vary greatly, but average rates begin at SR35/day/person which includes room, food, non-alcoholic beverages, and entertainment. It’s actually a bargain since most cruise ships resemble 5-star hotels with world-class entertainers and gourmet meals, plus you can enjoy sight-seeing and shore excursions at each port of call. You may be tempted to splurge on an upperdeck cabin with a balcony, but given the variety of entertainment on offer, you’ll be surprised how little time you spend in your room, especially with the range of luxurious lounges and decks to spend any quiet time you may have. With cruises in the Mediterranean, Scandinavia, South America, Asia, and the Caribbean, you can select itineraries which include some exotic destinations along with stunning scenery at sea, so you wake up to a new city to explore each morning if you wish.

Carnival – The Most Popular Cruise Line I (www.carnival.com)

Holland America – A Tradition of Excellence (www.hollandamerica.com)

Princess Cruises – The Love Boat

(www.princess.com)

2011 Cruise News - Dubai Departure Itinerary From Royal Caribbean

Royal Caribbean International now offers round-trip 7-night and 12-night sailings from Dubai beginning November 2011 - April 2012.

The 7-night cruise starts in Dubai, sails to Fujairah and Muscat, then continues on to Abu Dhabi before heading back to Dubai. The 12-night India itineraries start in Dubai, sail to Mumbai, Goa, New Mangalore, and Cochin, before returning via Muscat back to Dubai. Book your cabin now for a luxury cruise in the GCC neighborhood.

Royal Caribbean – Like No Vacation On Earth (www.cruiseroyalcaribbean.com)

Celebrity Cruises – Feel Free To Expect More (www.celebritycruises.com)

Insider Tips:

- Be cheap and go for an inner cabin, you won’t miss the porthole since you’ll only be in your room to sleep.

- DO NOT MISS the midnight dessert/ chocolate buffet where the pastry chefs show off their culinary expertise…well worth throwing your diet out of the window!

- Shop the onboard stores on the last day of the cruise when many items are discounted 50%.

- Unless you’re a night owl, select the early dining option so you can attend the 9pm evening show (that way you can still avail of the buffets and cafes before they close down at midnight.)

- Attend as many lectures, classes, competitions etc. – you’ll have wonderful memories after the cruise is over.

- Yes, the Alaska cruises really are full of ‘Newlyweds Or Nearly Deads’ - Take advantage of the children’s clubs, babysitters, youth programs etc. to keep your kids happily occupied.

- Relax and have fun, make new friends, try new foods, enjoy yourself!

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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: +92000 2215 Biman Bangaladesh Airlines Tel: +966-2-6652733 BMI-British Midland Tel: +966-2-2633009 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 Emirates Airlines Tel: +966-2-6106698 Ethiopian Airlines Tel: +966-2-6512996 Egypt Airlines Tel: +966-2-6449007 Etihad Airways Tel: +966-2-6640026 80 DESTINATION JEDDAH

Garuda Indonesia Tel: +966-2-6656121 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: +920018081 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-jaad Crom Suites (5-star) Tel: +966-2-6912999 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 Crom Airport Hotel (5-star) Tel: +966-2-6852222 Crown Plaza (5-star) Tel: +966-2-6611000 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 Red Sea Palace (4-star) Tel: +966-2-6428555 Rosewood Corniche(5-star) Tel: +966-2-2578888

Hotels

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: +920012333 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 Tel: +966-2-6677472 www.fernastravel.com Intercontinental Travel Company Tel: +966 -2- 6677988 www.itc-Icc.com

Travel Agencies

Tour Operators

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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Healthy Living

Stay Healthy Today &

Tomorrow

The Men’s Health Network reports that men die at higher rates than women from the top 10 causes of death - heart disease, cancer, stroke, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, accidents, pneumonia and influenza, diabetes, suicide, kidney disease, and chronic liver disease/cirrhosis. But just because you’re a man does not mean that you are doomed to an early death – on the contrary, taking some simple steps today can improve your health and longevity for tomorrow.

It may be common knowledge that the general risk factors for most of the silent killers are the same for men and women, but men are more prone to neglect their health or skip annual check-ups, both vital factors which contribute to their higher death rate. If you’re serious about taking charge of your health, then get a complete physical check-up ASAP and make the necessary changes today!

General Risk Factors for the Top 10 Causes of Death - Smoking - High blood cholesterol - High blood pressure - Physical inactivity - Obesity - Diabetes

Ailment

Symptoms

Risk Factors

Heart Disease: the narrowing or blockage of blood vessels

Chest pain, feeling faint, shortness of breath

High cholesterol, Don’t smoke, eat overweight, smoking, a healthy diet, & inactivity exercise. Avoid stress.

Prostate Cancer: the prostate secretes fluid to carry sperm

Changes in urination, Age (70% of prostate blood in urine, pain cancer is found in in lower back/legs men over 65)

Diabetes: Type 2 diabetes inability to produce/process insulin

Fatigue, frequent urination, thirst, weight loss

High Blood Pressure: can lead to stroke from damaged/ blocked arteries

The silent killer – check your blood pressure regularly!

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Prevention Tips

Annual digital rectal exam, PSA blood test

Overweight, inactivity Exercise, eat a healthy low-fat, diet Age (common in men Exercise, eat a healthy over 45), overweight, low-fat, diet, quit stress, high smoking cholesterol, smoking

Wellness 2011: Be Thin or Be Healthy

By Salma Al-Amoudi

A popular New Year’s Resolution is “I pledge to lose weight this year”, but is a better resolution “I pledge to be healthy”? Everyone realizes that exercise and a sensible approach to food are the key ingredients to a healthy life-style. Jeddahwis have a variety of resources to support them in their New Year’s goals, proving that it is possible to be thin, healthy & happy!

For expats and locals alike, exercise is always a top priority. Given the harsh summer climate, most people seek the indoor comfort of an air-conditioned gym to supply their year-round fitness needs, but the mild winter temperatures should encourage you to jog, play football/ basketball, or simply take a brisk walk every evening. If it’s dieting that you prefer, then Jeddah has plenty of diet centers which offer low-fat, low-calorie items as well as diet programs to help you succeed in your weight loss goals.

The newest category of fitness is called ‘Exergaming’ – a combination of exercise & computer gaming which gives you a fun workout in the privacy of your home. PS2, Xbox and Wii lead this market with amazingly realistic options from simple aerobics to tennis to skiing – it’s fun for the whole family.

Last but not least, there’s always the surgical option…from cosmetic liposuction to more extreme gastric bypass. Whenever you’re beginning a new diet or exercise regime, it’s always a good idea to have a full check-up with your doctor to ensure that your body can withstand the change.

If you’re looking to shed a few pounds, looking to tone up, or simply just want to continue 2011 in a healthy way, here are a few new exercise options.

For a comprehensive list of gyms in Jeddah, be sure to check out our Health Directory - be assured that there will be a health club option for everyone!

As for more creative ways to get healthy, how about an “exergame”? The Wii has revolutionized the ways in which we can keep healthy by making every workout as simple

Top Exergames:

Dance, Dance, Revolution (PS2 / Standalone) -

The classic exergame! Dedicated players attest to losing pounds as they sweat it out to the popular dance mixes. The diet mode actually keeps track of how long you play, and how many calories you’ve burned so far.

Wii Sports (Nintendo Wii) -

Boasting of 5 different sports that will clearly help you lose the unnecessary pounds, Wii Sports has revolutionized the world of exergaming. Using motion censor capabilities, Wii Sports actually lets you move along as you play.

Wii Fit (Nintendo Wii) -

Wii Fit boasts of helping players lose the pounds while simultaneously having fun. Their unique balance board makes sure that you’re on your way to losing pounds while playing along.

Active Live: Outdoor Challenge (Nintendo Wii) –

Introducing the LifeMat, this game allows players to participate in games which wouldn’t seem possible with other handheld consoles – you can run, jump, and twist realistically.

Bodypad (Playstation) –

Bodypad has control pads which strap to a player’s arms and feet. This game is for the action genre fanatic since it allows you to live out the fight sequences of your avatar.

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Green Living

GREEN LIVING: It’s not a color.

It’s a state of mind.

Living Green is easy, fun, and necessary for the future of our world. Pollution, dwindling resources, and environmental issues impact us all - catch the green spirit and help ensure a better future for yourself, your children, and all the generations to follow

EC -Gadget Save power and the battery life of your gadgets by plugging them into the Belkin Conserve Socket. You can pick them up in the morning without feeling guilty about wasting electricity by pre-setting for a particular time-frame – the Belkin has three settings and will automatically switch off after that.

Available at: www.amazon.com

Green rganizations

Alnabta

Tel: +966-2-2632013 Facebook: Alnabta Website: www.alnabta.org Email: alnabta@gmail.com

Faseelah

Facebook: Faseelah Website: www.faseelah.blogspot.com Email: faseelah@effat.edu.sa

Friends of Jeddah Parks

Tel: +966-2-6579572 Facebook: Friends of Jeddah Parks Website: www.fjpsa.org Email: bghuname@fipsa.org

Greenation

Facebook: Greenation Website: www.greenationksa.com Email: greenjeddah@gmail.com

Green Dahlia green production Tel: +966-535339395 Facebook: Green Dahlia Email: Facebook: Green Dahlia

Saudi Environmental Society Tel: +966-2-6996193 Website: www.sens.org.sa

The Belkin Power Socket with Timer

rganic Shops

Stores in Jeddah that stock organic food:

Abazeer Organic Products

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

Al-Shoula on Madineh Road Tel: +966-2-6073890

Bait Al-Seha (House of Health)

Rawdah Dist.

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

Organic Bakery

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

Organic Shop Nofa Holdings

Provides a variety of organic products Al-Shoalla Center - Madinah Rd. Tel: +966-2-6073890

Green Quote of the Month

Reyhan Gourmet shop

“We shall require a substantially new manner of thinking if mankind is to survive.”

Watania Organic Products

— Albert Einstein

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Al-Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6688233

Abdul Rahman Al- Sudairi St. Tel: +966-2-6915082

Danube, Bin Dawood Supermarkets Provides a variety of organic products

Environmentally Friendly Automotive Technology Now in Jeddah

Green Offices

By Serene Feteih

Green homes are booming these days, but what about our second home, where many of us spend half of our day…the office? Some simple habit changes and rules can save energy at work. Here’s how you can adopt the “reduce, reuse and recycle” approach at your office.

1. Go Paperless. Use email instead when possible. Post employee manuals and materials online. It’s also easier to update that way.

2. Print Smarter. Make it a habit to think before you print. Set your printer on “draft” printouts by default.

3. Save Energy. Maximize use of natural light during daytime. Use stairs instead of the elevator. Change the thermostat on the air-conditioning. Replace tungsten bulbs with fluorescent. Enable energy-saving features on PCs, printers and photocopiers. And screen savers do NOT save energy.

4. Re-use!! Reuse both sides of paper, cardboard cartons and ring binders. Refill pens and tape dispensers. Bring your own coffee mug from home instead of paper/plastic cups.

5. Share Stationary. Circulate and share copies of reports if it must be printed. Share staplers, hole punches and markers. Have a station at the office where stationary equipment can be used and returned.

6. Recycle… all paper including used office paper, newspaper, fax paper and cardboard.

Reuse plastic, cans, and glass too. Arrange with a recycling company to come gather on a weekly basis or when needed.

Unless you keep your car in the safety of your garage and never drive it…dings, dents, creases, chips, and scratches are going to happen. But now you can relax knowing that your car is in safe hands in Jeddah’s newest auto care shop.

Providing the latest technology in S.M.A.R.T repairs, Auto Care Technology’s professionally trained technicians use environmentally friendly methods to remove dents and paint scratches, resulting in minimum repair time and increased vehicle resale value.

Why S.M.A.R.T repair?

S.M.A.R.T is an acronym for “Small Medium Area Repair Technique” - the smarter way to repair cars because it saves the environment while saving you time and money. Instead of paying to have complete body panels repaired and refinished for a singlescratch, ACT’s reconditioning shop offers cost effective solutions to otherwise costly repair problems.

What is Paintless Dent Removal?

Traditional body shop methods require straightening, filling, sanding, painting, and a big bill to repair even the smallest dents. With PDR, the filling, sanding, and painting are no longer necessary, and therefore the cost goes down because repair time is as much as 80% shorter.

Forget about the problems associated with color matching since no paint is used!

If you’re looking at trading in your car or selling it, any car price guide quotes the difference in value between a car in poor condition and one in top notch condition – the difference can be thousands of riyals. So if your vehicle has dents or scratches and needs a face lift, drop by ACT’s Paintless Dent Removal S.M.A.R.T. Repair Shop today to get a free estimate.

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Gym & Health Centers

Tel: +966-2-6825105 Al-Hamra Hospital Tel: +966-2-6653939 Al-Hayat Hospital Tel: +966-2-6367778 Al-Safa Tel: +966-2-6937262 Bakhsh Hospital Tel: +966-2-6479666 Bugshan General Hospital Tel: +966-2-6691222 Dr. Erfan & Bagedo Tel: +966-2-6820022 Hummer Gym Clinics Dr. Ghassan N. Pharaon Tel: +966-2-6671212 Tel: +966-2-6823200 King Faisal Specialist Al-Ansar New Clinic Dar Al-Shifa Saudi Tel: +966-2-6677777 Tel: +966-2-6933379 Tel: +966-2-6822900 Power In Gym Al-Gadeer Polyclinic Dr. Siddiqa Hospital Tel: +966-2-6061516 Tel: +966-2-6722535 Tel: +966-2-6721763 Ryan Polyclinic Al-Hamra Clinics Dr. Soliman Fakeeh Tel: +966-2-6322848 Tel: +966-2-6655588 Tel: +966-2-6655000 Z-Club Al-Haramin Polyclinic Hai Al-Jamea Hospital Tel: +966-2-6690204 Tel: +966-2-6474850 Tel: +966-2-6806666 Women Al-Madina Medical Clinic International Medical Bugshan Outpatient Tel: +966-2-6881288 Center Tel: +966-2-6691222 Al-Quds Polyclinic Tel: +966-2-6509000 Ext. 899 Tel: +966-2-6970224 Jeddah Clinic Hospital Henaa Center Andalusia Dental Center Tel: +966-2-6313131 Tel: +966-2-6714619 Tel: +966-2-2611111 Jeddah Institute for Chamelle Plaza Gym Clinic 21 (Specialized on Speech and Hearing Tel: +966-2-6634355 Physiotherapy) Tel: +966-2-6675311 Dr. Soliman Fakeeh Tel: +966-2-6067202 King Abdul Aziz Tel: +966-2-6655000 Mob: +966-506673533 University Ext. 1501-1503 www.clinic21.net Tel: +966-2-6401000 The Lift Dr. Edrees Podiatric Clinics King Faisal Specialist Tel: 8001247775 Tel: +966-500506507 Dr. Effat Daghostani Clinics Ba’Azem Body Building Tel: +966-2-6677777 /6365028 Tel: +966-2-6448844 Tel: +966-2-6601729 Magrabi Eye & Ear Brazilian Jiu Jiutsu Hay Al-Sabeel Polyclinic Hospital Tel: +966-552065722 Tel: +966-2-6480792 Tel: +966-2-6365000 B Well Gym Hera’a Polyclinic Mostagbal Hospital Tel: +966-2-6066477 Tel: +966-2-6920724 Tel: +966-2-6875255 KAI Gym Ideal Clinics Mushrifah Medical Center Tel: +966-2-6694466 Tel: +966-2-6635444 Tel: +966-2-6654366 Tel: +699-2-2753942 Magrabi Eye & Ear Clinic New Al-Jedaani Hospital Sport Tech Tel: +966-2-6655200 Tel: +966-2-6368100 Orthopaedic Specialty Clinics Tel: +966-2-6071129 New Jeddah Clinic Star Power Club Tel: +966-2-6922298 Hospital (NJCH) Tel: +966-2-6776177 Saudi American Clinic Tel: +966-2-6675000 Kids Tel: +966-2-6605050 Saudi German Hospital Junior Gym Gym & Health Tel: +966-2-682-9000 Tel: +966-2-6911925 Centers United Doctors Hospital Sporty Kids Tel: +966-2-6533333 Tel: +966-2-6993586 Fitness Time Tel: +966-2-6226369 Pharmacies Hospitals Gold’s Gym Abo Dawood Tel: +966-2-6912077 Abuzinadah Hospital Tel: +966-2-6877210 Hiltonia Gym Tel: +966-2-6510652 Al-Ajuwad Tel: +966-2-6473436 Tel: +966-2-6590000 Al-Ansar Hospital

Health & Beauty

Directory

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Hospitals

Al-Ameera Tel: +966-2-6055638 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

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Pharmacies

Spa & Beauty Centers

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 Ciate Tel: +966-2-2611250 Dar Al-Moda Tel: +966-2-6526660 Dr. Edrees Foot Spa Tel: +966-500506507 E Spa Tel: +966-2-2632093 EVE Salons Tel: +966-2-6581977 Tel: +966-2-6581455 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 Massage on line Tel: +966-530116729 Mervat Center Tel: +966-2-6630676 Miracle Parlour Tel: +966-2-6739597 Nadoleen Center Tel: +966-2-6633972 Nail care Tel: +966-544426264 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 Spa Lounge Tel: +966-2-2630904 Spa to go Tel: +966-544408585 The Spa by Clarins Paris Tel: +966-2-6599999 U Beautes Tel: +966-559891555 Viva La Vie Tel: +966-2-6929163 Tel: +966-2-6060338 Zowaina Tel: +966-2-6656311 7L House Tel: +966-2-6532812

Veterinary Clinics

Our services:

Nail, Foot, Body SPA, Manicure, Pedicure

Artificial Nails:

False, Acrylic and Gel Nails

Hair Removal:

Waxing, Halawa and Thread

Body Care:

Moroccan Bath, SCRUB, Mask, Facial, Whitening, Paraffin and Massage

Hair Care:

Coloring, Cut, Brushing and Treatment

Num: Tel: 0544408585 0544408585

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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What DJ staff will be watching..

FOR JUNE 2011

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DAWSON’S CREEK (Season 5)

ENTOURAGE (Season 1)

On: MBC 4 Showing Time: Saturday - Wednesday 3:15 pm KSA

On: MBC Action Showing Time: Every Friday 12:00 am KSA

DAMAGES (Season 1) On: MBC 4 Showing Time: Every Monday 11:00 am KSA

THE FLIGHT OF THE CONCHORDS

On: MBC Action Showing Time: Saturday - Wednesday 3:30 am KSA

THE OFFICE (Season 1)

TERMINATOR: TSCC (Season 1)

On: MBC 4 Showing Time: Thursday - Friday 9:00 am KSA

On: MBC Action Showing Time: Every Wednesday 12:00 am KSA

BIG BANG THEORY (Season 2)

MODERN FAMILY (Season 1)

On: Dubai One Showing Time: Every Friday 7:00 pm KSA

On: FOX Showing Time: Every Saturday 9:00 pm KSA

CSI: LAS VEGAS (Season 7)

ER (Season 5)

On: Dubai One Showing Time: Sunday-Thursday 4:00 pm KSA

On: FOX Showing Time: Saturday - Thursday 8:00 pm KSA

MOONLIGHT (Season 1)

BETTER OFF TED (Season 1)

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If there were ever something to admire in George Orwell, it would be his talent to instantly grab the reader’s eyes from the very first words of his novels, then gradually form a connection between them and the depths of the novel’s content. Orwell’s ideas remain in the recesses of one’s mind as a true literary challenge for one to analyze, question, and learn from. This is the case with his most famous novel: Nineteen Eighty-Four.

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A true classic, Nineteen Eighty-Four is essentially a dystopian novel; it deals with the skewed perception society has adapted to in the fictional country of Oceania, governed by the Ministry of Truth, Ministry of Peace, Ministry of Plenty, and Ministry of Love. The ministries, though, hold a bitter reality. Ironically enough, each of them is respectively responsible for lies, torture, starvation, and war. The protagonist, Winston Smith, is extremely unhappy about the current state his society is in. The economy is in shambles, having entered major deterioration, and the people themselves have entered a downward spiral, functioning only by indirect orders. It is up to just one man to attempt to change a shared perspective by society in order to save it from the disaster it has fallen into. It also leads the reader to question, “What would I do in this circumstance?”

The truth is that Nineteen Eighty-Four can hardly be described in a nutshell. It deals with complex ideas that shape a truly challenging, yet enjoyable read. This isn’t yet another novel to read and toss aside…it offers so much depth in its content, and Orwell’s mastery in his choice of words only makes it better. All of that gives justice to its true identity: one of the best books you could ever get hold of.

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Time Busters

Useful Arabic Words & Pronunciations

Arabic is the world’s 5th most commonly spoken language with almost 300 million native speakers. It is one of the six official languages of the United Nations and belongs to the Semitic group of languages. The three main classifications are: Classical Arabic, also known as the language of the Qur’an, Modern Standard Arabic, used in books, newspapers, and media, and Local dialects, which vary by country and region.

Arabic words are constructed from threeletter “roots” which convey a basic idea. For example, k-t-b conveys the idea of writing.

Addition of other letters before, between and after the root letters produces many associated words: not only “write” but also “book”, “office”, “library”, and “author”. The Arabic alphabet consists of 28 consonants and three vowels – a, i, u; it is written from right to left. Some of the glottal sounds are unique to Arabic. The Arabic words presented opposite reflect the Hijazi dialect.

Arabic/English Equivalents’

alif

a

tah

t

ba

b

zah

z

ta

t

ayn

‘

tha

th

ghayn

gh

jim

j

fa

f

ha

h

qaf

q

kha

kh

kaf

k

dal

d

lam

l

dhal

dh

mim

m

ra

r

nun

n

zay

z

ha

h

sin

s

waw

w*

shin

sh

ya

y*

sad

s

dad

d

* when waw or ya is used as a consonant

Where did this word Hijazi Proverb come from?

Want to spice up your Arabic with a Did you know that many English words have Arabic origins? Algebra, alchemy, and algorithm are easily identifiable by the ‘al’ which means ‘the’ in Arabic, but how about these words…

proverb? Wrap your mind around this:

syrup, sherbet, sorbet ‫ شراب‬sharāb, a word with two senses in

Meaning: He whose hand is in water isn’t the same as he whose hand is in the fire”

Arabic, “a drink” and “syrup”. It was passed into medieval Latin in the 12th century as siroppus, a thickly sweetened drink, a syrupy medicinal potion. Separately from that, 400 years later, the same rootword re-entered the West via Turkish as “sherbet”, a sweetened fruity drink.

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“Elly Yadu fil moya mu zay elly yaddo fil nar”

Use: In a situation where a person is complaining about someone else’s way of dealing with a situation. It’s like telling them that they don’t have a right to criticize because they aren’t in that situation themselves.

Occupations

Shurtee

Policeman

Rajol A’maal

Businessman

Mohami (m) Mohameyah (f)

Lawyer

Tayyar

Pilot

Hallaag

Barber

Dahhan

Painter

Mekaneki

Mechanic

Sabbak

Plumber

Tabbakh

Baker

Jazzar

Butcher

Garson

Waiter

Doctor (m) Doctora (f)

Doctor

Etfaa’ee

Fireman

Modares (m) Modaresa (f)

Teacher

Muhandes

Engineer

La’eb Koora

Soccer player

Sa’ee Al-Bareed

Postman

Bayya’ (m) Bayya’a (f)

Seller

Mumasel

Actor

Mumasela

Actress

Moganni (m) Moganeyah (f)

Singer

Sawwag

Driver

Jundi

Soldier

Modeer (m) Mudeera (f)

Manager

Mushref (m) Mushrefa (f)

Supervisor

Sayyad Samak

Fisherman

Mukhrej (m) Mukhreja(f)

Producer

Moalef(m) Moalefa(f)

Author

Raees(m) Raeesa(f)

Chef

Mungeth

Lifeguard

Ameed

Dean

A’alem

Scientist

Musawer(m) Musawera(f)

Photographer

Musamim(m) Musamima(f) Designer Mudareb(m) Mudareba(f)

Coach

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DESTINATION JEDDAH 91

General

Banks

Directory

Al-Bilad Bank

Tel: +8001230000 Alinma Bank

Tel: +8001208000 Al-Jazira Bank

Tel: +966-2-6518070 Al-Rajhi Bank

Car Wash Modacar

Tel: +920005555 Smart Care

Tel: +966-533500077 V. Cool

Tel: +966-2-6396969

Embassies & Consulates E: Embassies C: Consulates ALGERIA

Tel: +966-2-6422111

Courier

Tel: +966-2-6741497

Tel: +920027447

E: Tel: +966-1-4887171 C: Tel: +966-2-6985035 C: Tel: +966-2-6985034

Tel: +920009191

E: Tel: +966-1-4652600

Tel: +8003450000

E: Tel: +966-1-4887788

Tel: +966-2-6714636

E: Tel: +966-1-4801217

Tel: +966-2-6678888

E: Tel: +966-1-4880044 C: Tel: +966-2-6076770

Arab National Bank

Aramex

Banque Saudi Fransi

Clex

ARGENTINA

DHL

AUSTRALIA

Fedex

AUSTRIA

TNT Express

BAHRAIN

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

UPS

Tel: +966-2-6392393

Tel: +966-2-6608820

Delivery

Tel: +966-2-2368844

Tel: +920001120

Saudi Hollandi Bank

Autlob w Atmanna

Saudi Investment Bank

Khedmaty Khedmtak

Tel: +966-2-6531010 Samba

Tel: +966-2-6533555

Car Services Abu Diyab Est.

Tel: +966-500777773 Yalla Utlob

Tel: +920011755 Tedalal

Tel: +966-2-6580000

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

Alpha Rent a Car

Ground Transportation

Avis

Alo Sayyara

BURKINA FASO

Apex Luxury Chaffeur Service

BRUNEI

Tel: +966-2-6677779 Tel: +966-2-6974459 Al-Zaman Group

Tel: +966-2-6677621 Tel: +966-505657387

Daleel

Tel: +920011755

Tel: +966-2-6855544 Tel: +966-2-6914693 Tel: +966-2-6719219 Discovery

Tel: +966-2-6714475 Fernas

Tel: +966-2-6595000 Formula

Tel: +966-2-6621213 Hanco

Tel: +920001844 Hertz

Tel: +966-2-6040339 Hessen for Rent Car

Tel: +966-2-6430295 Khozama Est.

Tel: +966-2-6317177 Key Rent a Car

Tel: +966-2-6856251 92 DESTINATION JEDDAH

SAPTCO

Tel: +966-2-6474900 Te’le’ Car

Tel: +966-2-6679689 Tel: +966-534050910

Business Services Venue Executive Club

Tel: +966-2-6061010 www.venueint.com

DSL NET Atheer

Tel: +966-2-6839333 Nesma

Tel: +966-2-2567998 SPS

Tel: +966-2-6824556

E: Tel: +966-1-4880077 C: Tel: +966-2-6225550 E: Tel: +966-1-4652244 C: Tel: +966-2-6744547 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

Embassies & Consulates

CAR SERVICES

Ministries

DJIBOUTI

JAPAN

PAKISTAN

EGYPT

JORDAN

PHILIPPINES

E: Tel: +966-1-4543182 C: Tel: +966-2-6621938 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: +966-1-2881100 C: Tel: +966-2-6670676

E: Tel: +966-1-4880039 C: Tel: +966-2-6607630 KENYA

E: Tel: +966-1-4882484 C: Tel: +966-2-4881238 KOREA

E: Tel: +966-1-4545122 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

E: Tel: +966-1-4826964

E: Tel: +966-1-4883500 C: Tel: +966-2-6604898

RUSSIA

E: Tel: +966-1-4804060 C: Tel: +966-2-6690599

SENEGAL

E: Tel: +966-1-4887100 C: Tel: +966-2-6727740

SIERRA LEONE

E: Tel: +966-1-4825544 C: Tel: +966-2-6945666

LEBANON

E: Tel: +966-1-4811432 C: Tel: +966-2-6659212

MALAYSIA

E: Tel: +966-1-4880146 C: Tel: +966-2-6690275

MALTA

GHANA

PORTUGAL

KUWAIT

E: Tel: +966-1-2052158 C: Tel: +966-2-2573193 E: Tel: +966-1-4880700 C: Tel: +966-2-6996436

E: Tel: +966-1-4880835 C: Tel: +966-2-6696797 C: Tel: +966-2-6693254 QATAR

MALI

GERMANY

E: Tel: +966-1-4884111 C: Tel: +966-2-6692371

E: Tel: +966-1-4882211 C: Tel: +966-2-6681990

E: Tel: +966-1-4567173 GAMBIA

Social Service Organizations

E: Tel: +966-1-4195640 C: Tel: +966-2-6514940 E: Tel: +966-1-4615315 C: Tel: +966-2-6991599 MAURITANIA

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

E: Tel: +966-1-4646749 C: Tel: +966-2-6297722

SPAIN

E: Tel: +966-1-4808822 C: Tel: +966-2-6495332

SRI LANKA

E: Tel: +966-1-4811858 C: Tel: +966-2-6695234 C: Tel: +966-2-6695238

SUDAN

E: Tel: +966-1-4645170

SWEDEN

MEXICO

E: Tel: +966-1-4880606 C: Tel: +966-2-6607000

MOROCCO

E: Tel: +966-1-4606906 C: Tel: +966-2-6065414

NEPAL

E: Tel: +966-1-4828857 C: Tel: +966-2-6475108 C: Tel: +966-2-6471273

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: +966-1-4883100 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: +966-1-4882300

E: Tel: +966-1-4881904 C: Tel: +966-2-6611222 Ext 300

E: TEL: +966-1-4881212 C: Tel: +966-2-6421454

E: Tel: +966-1-4823120 C: Tel: +966-2-6996838

E: Tel: +966-1-4881174 C: Tel: +966-2-6655317

IRELAND ITALY

OMAN

E: Tel: +966-1-4542833 C: Tel: +966-2-6657528 THAILAND

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TUNISIA

E: Tel: +966-1-4887900 C: Tel: +966-2-6605328 TURKEY

E: Tel: +966-1-4820101 C: Tel: +966-2-6601607

Al-Amal St., Near Jeddah Preparatory School Tel: +966-2-6547666 www.belleviewcompund. com Belleview 2 Compound

Lotus 3: Al-Nayeem Dist Tel: +966-2-6548808 M&M Compound

North Abhor, Nr, Amir Abdullah Mosque.

Tel: +966-2-6562166

UKRAINE

Near King Faisal Specialist Hospital Tel: +966-2-6642636

E: Tel: +966-1-4508536

Binzagr Villa Compound

UAE

Al Azizeyyah, Madinah Rd., One block after Lexus Showroom Tel: +966-2-6642636

Al-Manar Compound

E: Tel: +966-1-4881227 C: Tel: +966-2-6670307 C: Tel: +966-2-6515436 USA

Elite 2 Compound

Al-Mubarakiah Village

E: Tel: +966-1-4801831 C: Tel: +966-2-6670080

Near Jeddah International Souk Tel: +966-2-6681111 www.elitecompounds.com

East Jeddah, King Abdullah St. Near Abraq Al-Raghama Tel: +966-2-6400158

Elite Compound

Tel: +966-2- 6910041

Near Jeddah International Souk Tel: +966-2-6610930 www.elitecompounds.com

Nada Village

UGANDA

E: Tel: +966-1-4544910

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 Abir Compound

Prince Sultan St., Near Saudia City Tel: +966-2-6522358

M.M Al-Rumaih Compound

Al Shatee, On Corniche Rd., 3KM North of Hotel Sheraton Tel: +966-2-6991231 Al Safa, Prince Metab St., Near Al-Jedani Hospital Tel: +966-2-6938770

Mura Bustan Compounds

Prince Majed St., Near Baud Telecom Tel: +966-2-6920099

Fatima Compound

Al-Najia Compounds

Near Corniche, Behind Business Park Tel: +966-2-6515416

Madinah Rd., Besides SAS Radisson Hotel Tel: +966-2-6518178

Garden City Compound

Nueva Andalucia

Palestine St., Behind AlNakheel Bldg Al-Andalus Luxury Villas Tahliyah St. behind Suzuki Tel: +966-2-6607590 www.hhaproperty.com.sa Showroom Al-Hajrayn Village Tel: +966-2-6695154 Corniche, Near A-Bilad Hotel Al-Aoun Village Al Bawadi, Near Al-Mirabi Tel: +966-2-6943464 www.alhajrayn.com Mercedes Benz Hiba Compound Tel: +966-2-2563381 Al-Hamraa, Ibrahim Adham Arabian Homes St., Near Tarik Binladen Al Bawadi Dist.

Hospital Tel: +966-2-6822201 www.arabian-homes.com Tel: +966-2-6650819

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 Al-Quraish St. Tel: +966-2-6829196 Al-Salam Compound

Al-Rehab, Palestine St., Between Dallah Tower& Makkah Highway Tel: +966-2-6717121 www.alsalamcompound.com

Aromary Village

Kindi Housing Compound

Al Basateen Village

Lotus Compounds

Salamia Compound

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

Al-Sulaymaneyyah, Near Carrefour Hypermarket Tel: +966-2-6400253 www.salmiacompund.com

Hera’a St., Behind Al-Rajhi Al Rabwah, North Jeddah Tel: +966-2-6916219 Tel: +966-2-6940086 Next to Continental School, Off Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-6944015 Belleview Executive Compound 94 DESTINATION JEDDAH

Sari Palms

Sari St.

Compounds

Kindergarten

Tel: +966-2-6607590 Mama et Moi www.hhaproperty.com.sa/ Mob: +966-550569333 saripalm.

My Little Kingdom School Saudia City Tel: +966-2-6393951 Al-Khaledeyyah Dist.

Tel: +966-2-2575909 Tel: +966-2-6820030 Up and Away www.saudicity.com Tel: +966-2-6614791 Shaker Village Compound

Al-Hahdah, Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-6991840

Ministries

Agriculture & Water Tel: +966-2-6210002 Communication & Transportation Tel: +966-1-4042928 Siham Compund Disabled Children’s Al-Rawdah, Near Saudi Association Binladen Group Tel: +966-2-66224080/ Tel: +966-2-6426431 8001241118 Sunset Residence Education Al-Rowdah St., Near Jeddah Tel: +966-2-6723028/ Int. Market 6444305 Tel: +966-2-6604276 Foreign Affairs Tel: +966-2-6047000 Kindergarten Health Tel: +966-2-6970006 ABC School Information & Culture Tel: +966-2-6988827 Tel: +966-2-6514060/ Ambassadors School 6476222 Tel: 800-124-9000 Interior Web: www.ambassadors- Tel: +966-2-6684000 schools.com Jeddah Chamber of Building Blocks Commerce Tel: +966-2-6060755 Tel: +966-2-6515111 Mob: +966-5-41525616 Water & Electricity Childhood Spring Tel: +966-2-6725349 Tel: +966-2-6607533 Sharbatly Village

Prince Majed St., North of Jeddah Tel: +966-2-6910828 www.sharbatlyvillage.com

Creative Childhood Summer School

Tel: +966-2-6077224 Mob: +966-5-04390998 IPS (Innovators Private School)

Tel: +966-2-6980685 Mob: +966-569490403 Jack N Jill

Mob: +966-507369963 Junior’s & Mom’s

Mob: +966-504313440 Mob: +966-551796254 Kids Campos

Tel: +966-2-6642351

Kids Time Nursery

Tel: +966-2-6543111 Mob: +966-569693794 Little Smarties Tel: +966-2-6061913

Schools

Schools

Universities

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 Jeddah Preparatory & Grammar School Tel: +966-2-6542354 www.jpgs.org Manarat Jeddah School Tel: +966-2-6730225 www.manaratjeddahschools.com My little house Tel: +966-2-6652490 www.mylittlehouse-sa.com Thamer International School Tel: +966-2-6680747 www.tis-edu.com

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 American International School Tel: +966-2-6620051 www.aisj.edu.sa The British International School Tel: +966-2-6990019 DESTINATION 95 DESTINATION JEDDAH JEDDAH 95

Social Service Organizations Charitable Society for the memorization of the Qura’n Tel: +8002442777 www.qj.org.sa Charity Society in Jeddah Al-Zahra Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6391100 Charitable Services for the Care of Cancer Patients Al-Rowais Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6511373 Committee for Social Services and Health Tel: +966-2-6875521 firstwelfaresociety.org.sa Committee for the Welfare of Prisoners and Their Families Tel: +966-2-219 7767 / 920006065 pcare.org.sa Enabling Marriage & Family Support Foundation Al-Nozla Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6811168/ 920000900 Faisaliah Women’s Charitable Foundation Al-Rowais Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6535000 Friends of the Heart Foundation in Jeddah Behind Al-Tahlia Station Tel: +966-2-6658384 King Abdul-Aziz Shelter for Abused Women & Children Tel: +800116066 www.7imayah.org Maharat Center Madinah Rd. Tel: +966-2-6656218 www.maharat.org Majid Bin Abdulaiz Foundation for Development & Social Services Al-Shate’e Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6062959 Ministry of Social Affairs Tel: +966-1-4778888 mosa.gov.sa/portal/ National Charitable Foundation for Blood Donation Tel: +966-2-6905008

96 DESTINATION JEDDAH

National Society for Human rights Tel: +966-2-6222261 www.nshrsa.org Princess Fawziah Center for Women & Children Tel: +966-2-6369891 firstwelfaresociety.org.sa Saudi Environmental Society Murjaan Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6996193 www.sens.org.sa Society Friends Charitable Foundation Tahlia st.

Tel: +966-2-6919999 The School of Etiquette Tel: +966-505558703 www.etiquetteschool-sa.com Wedad Charity Foundation Tel: +966-2-2753377 www.wedad.org Women’s Charitable Foundation in Jeddah Al-Nazla Dist Tel: +966-2-6369652 Zamzam Foundation for Volunteer Health Services Al-Sulaimaniya Dist.

Tel: +966-2-2600000

Universities College of Business Administration (CBA) Tel: +966-2-2159000/2159009 (Boys’ section) Tel: +966-2-6900671/6900238 (Girls’ section) www.cba.edu.sa Dar Al-Hekma College Tel: +966-2-6303333 www.daralhekma.edu.sa Effat College Tel: +966-2-6364300 www.effatcollege.edu.sa Ibn Sina National College for Medical Studies Tel: +966-2-6355882/6356555 www.ibnsina.edu.sa Jeddah College of Technology Tel: +966-2-6370387 www.jct.edu.sa Jeddah Community College Tel: +966-2-2870026 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/