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Editor Bassma Al Toaimi Contributing Writers Anousha vakani Carolyn Heaton Fatmah Azam Ali Hamid Hafiz JALA MOHAMED Johara al mogbel José Ortiz Maryam Al Dabbagh MOHAMMED MIRZA Naureen SubzpUsh Reina Vidad Tejano Tharik Hussain Zareen Muzaffar Riyadh Editorial manager Jou Pabalate Associate EDITOR/web admin Swalah Eshki fashion editor Mazin Al Maimani designer mohamed fawzy Photography mohamed fawzy Tarik Abdullah Tharik Hussain Contributing Designer DAWI AL GITHAMI PUBLIC RELATIONS AND EVENTS Fatenah Henaidy PR@DESTINATIONJEDDAH.COM SALES & ADVERTISING Tel:+966-12-6060291 (9 a.m. - 5 p.m.)

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MAN UP! So what has DJ prepared for you this month? Well, with FIFA fever hitting the city, it got us turning our attention towards the Dads, bros, dudes and simply, the Gents This is the Macho Issue.

We’ve manned up the pages with features on all things men need and like. From cars, career advice on how to impress your boss, down to learning the ways of being a modern gentleman. You’ll be debonair in no time.

This month, we’re also serving up some extra pages for the World Cup! A must have for any football fan in the city. It’s packed with all things you need to know about the matches and interesting stories about the game we all love.

DJ has something for everyone. We hope that regardless of whether you’re a man or woman, Saudi or an expat, we are able to give you substantial insight about this city and the vibrant culture it has.

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How to Impress Your Boss

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Abdullah Al Othman

Falah Al Jarba: A Riyadh Drifter Saudi Arabia’s 8 Most Popular Automobiles

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Arts & Entertainment

Dining Around Town

Modify Your Ride Abdullah Al Othman: The Artist Behind the Question Things to do Over the Weekend for Young Men

Food Trip in Hong Kong Jeddah’s Top Hotel Eateries for Business

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Top 10 Things Not to Forget While Traveling

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68 Essential Foods for your Kitchen Top 5 Fitness Centers in Jeddah Bodybuilding: Nutrition and Supplements for Men

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Spirituality

Reaching The Lofty Heights of Fatherhood YIG’s Voluntainment Expedition to Jordan

THOUGHTS TO PONDER

King Abdullah Sports City King Abdullah Sports City is a new multi-use stadium and sports city 3 kilometers north of King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah. The sports city meets the standards of the FIFA to host international matches.

This project aims to encourage and inspire sports participation among all Saudi citizens. The Sports City Project contains a luxurious football stadium for 60,000 spectators. In addition to the stadium that is already built, this project will also include a huge mosque, an indoor sports arena that can host around 10,000 spectators, an outdoor athletics stadium, and several other outdoor sport facilities like tennis courts and swimming pools. Once completed, the tennis courts and swimming pools will meet international standards.

60,000 spectators

Laureate Vocational Saudi Arabia is a part of the Laureate International Universities Network (www.Laureate.net), the world’s largest global education provider, with more than 780,000 students in nearly 70 institutions across 29 countries and online.

LVSA has been operating in Saudi Arabia since 2009 with over 200 employees and currently operates 7 Colleges in Riyadh, Al Kharj, Jeddah, Mecca, and Rabigh. Due to expansion of Laureate’s educational activities in Saudi Arabia, LVSA is currently recruiting female and male faculty and staff for its Colleges.

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Thumbs Up to Safe Driving

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According to the General Directorate of Traffic, the Kingdom has 23 deaths per 100,000 people with an average of 19.1 road fatalities occurring daily. The main causes of death and injury on Saudi roads remain speeding and not wearing seat belts. This thumbs up will go out to those of you who consider your safety and the safety of people around you when driving.

Thumbs DOWN to Abuse of Human Growth Hormone (HGH)

A lot of men today turn to a substance called human growth hormone (HGH) in hopes that it will help build their muscles and slash fat. Even though many medical professionals say that the dangers surrounding HGH are very minimal, over dosage can be extremely harmful. Some of the sides effects may include increased swelling, joint pain, carpal tunnel syndrome and increased risk of diabetes. People who purchase HGH without a doctor’s prescription may be buying tainted products.

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DJ NEWS

Emaar’s

new 'Manzil' brings Arab flavor to boutique hotels “Manzil” is the fourth hotel brand under Emaar Hospitality Group.

Celebrating the tradition of Arabian hospitality, “Manzil,” an upscale boutique brand, will be distinguished by its Arabesque design elements, elegant décor that embodies the region’s cultural identity, and a diversity of culinary choices resonating the flavors of the Arab world.

Oxford Saudi Arabia Offers TOEFL A recent grant was given to Oxford English Academy in Saudi Arabia to offer the TOEFL to local students.

This achievement should greatly lower difficulties for students who traveled across countries to take the TOEFL.

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JUST IN! Crossway Foundation Launches Art Competition Create & Inspire, one of the region’s most popular art competitions, is now open to young artists in the UK and the Gulf.

Giordano Launches Saudi Youth Campaign

flydubai takes off with new Business Class Passengers of flight FZ729 to Ukraine were the first to experience flydubai’s new business class offerings. While flydubai offers a variety of customized services, it is in the air where the experience can be fully realized. The new business class cabin comprises 12 spacious and comfortable reclining seats made of Italian leather and a seat pitch of 42 inches.

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Firaz Bawazir, a spray paint artist from Saudi Arabia, the ambassador for Saudi Youth Campaign, with Giordano will shortlist 20 artists’ work and the finalists’ work will be displayed at Giordano stores at Red Sea Mall in Jeddah for public voting through June 7. Three winners will be selected on June 9 and will receive cash prizes.

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Engineering For Kids, an American franchise that brings science, technology, engineering and math to kids in a fun way, is now available in Jeddah and has launched its summer programs in Noble the stationers. Two different summer programs will begin June 7 and will last all summer.

Eight aircraft in the Lufthansa fleet will change their lettering to the new “Fanhansa� logo dedicated to the football fans, media representatives and officials, and the German national team flying to Brazil.

Lufthansa will become the center of attention throughout the World Cup!

The famous restaurant chain Shawermatac opens their 18th branch on Palestine Street within the mamsha (new walking area). Wassim Halawani, CEO of restaurant, said, "This opening represents an important strategic plan within our company vision."

This Summer!

Information: +966-555034156.

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Summer Packages at Park Hyatt Make the most of your summer by taking advantage of two special packages Park Hyatt has to offer. Their Summer Rooms Package consists of three consecutive nights (minimum) with complimentary Internet, daily buffet breakfast at Nafoura and either a spa treatment or a tasty dinner at Andalusia. This offer is valid from June 5 to Aug. 31. Contact: +966-12-2639666. Their Summer Spa Membership Package includes a complimentary treatment, complimentary dinner for two, spa services at a discounted price, and so much more. Contact: +966-540757117.

Rolls-Royce Sales On the Rise Mohamed Yousuf Naghi Motors, the exclusive agent for Rolls-Royce automobiles in KSA, reports an increase of 32 percent in sales in the first quarter of 2014. The demand for Rolls-Royce cars is continuously growing not only within the Kingdom but also worldwide.

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Embrace the elegance of the Holy Month with friends and loved ones at Rosewood Corniche. Offering a serene sense of comfort through its rich yet warm atmosphere during a time of peace and reflection. Savor authentic Saudi dishes and traditional Ramadan favorites and immerse yourself in a décor that takes you back to the ancient splendor of Old Jeddah city and memorable flavors of Hijazi cuisine.

Daily Iftar: Habsburg SR 300 and Noodles SR 285 per person.

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ROSEWOOD CELEBRATES AT WORLD TRAVEL AWARDS Rosewood Corniche was honored last month as the Middle East’s leading luxury hotel and Saudi Arabia’s leading business hotel at the Middle East World Travel Awards in Dubai.

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Healthcare Pros Convene to discuss Diabetes Saudi medical experts met last month in three cities across KSA to share best practices in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of diabetes. The speaker tour, which took place in Jeddah, Khobar and Riyadh, was hosted by LifeScan, and it addressed the role of frequent self-monitoring of blood glucose levels in successful diabetes management.

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Lifestyle Developers and Cityscape Jeddah 2014 From May 4 – 6 at Jeddah Centre for Forums and Events, Lifestyle Developers, the Saudi-based real estate developer committed to raise standards of living in the region, showcased its contemporary development “Al Nahda,” which is 68 percent sold out, at Cityscape Jeddah 2014. Also at the same event, Lifestyle Developers opened sales of their “Diyar Al Salam” Project.

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Red Sea Mall Wins 2014 Pan Arab Website Award The Red Sea Mall won the award for best interactive Facebook page in the shopping malls category in the 2014 Pan Arab Web Awards organized by The Arab Academy Awards in the Arab region on April 29. Muhammad Alawi, CEO Red Sea Markets and owner of the mall, received the honorable award.

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Saudi Total Lubricants Co. Celebrates safety Saudi Total Lubricants Company Ltd. (SATLUB) celebrated World Day for Safety on April 28. For this special occasion, the company organized an open workshop attended by 50 drivers of authorized transporters like Wared and Ba Fail, during which views exchanged regarding important safety while driving issues.

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Rico biscuits Back With A New Look in SAUDI MARKET After a 13-year absence, Rico Biscuits returned to the Saudi markets with a new look. The re-launching event took place on Jeddah Corniche on May 23. Visitors watched the flight of a glider carrying the largest logo flag ever displayed in Jeddah's sky.

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‘Quilting Bees’ stage fIrst Public Exhibition The first ever Quilt Exhibition in Jeddah took place on May 7 and 8 at The House of Arts (Jamjoon Shopping Center, first floor).

The “Quilting Bees” in Jeddah were excited about holding their first public exhibition, and their enthusiasm was evident in all of the quilts and creative work on display.

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Olympics of Creativity and Giftedness – Competitions Olympics of Creativity and Giftedness (OCG) is an annual program launched approximately eight years ago with only one competition category. The program developed throughout the years and this year it consisted of five competition categories and participation from more cities within KSA including Tabouk and Jizan.

Adel Batterjee, OCG Founder

Ambassadors Ghali Al Barakati, left, and Saif Anas

The competitions consist of five contests that allow students to utilize the ir general knowledge, widen their horizons and enhance their creativity. Olympics of Creativity and Giftedness launched their “Become an Ambassador” program with the aim of engaging with society and exchanging ideas and dreams.

This year, the two-day program had 109 finalists competing in the following categories: Mental Math, Memory, Fast Reading, Photography and Vlogging.

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announced the names of the winners at the Jeddah Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

Duroob Al Barakah revealed their Ambassadors Program by highlighting what it means and what it takes to be an ambassador.

The Ambassadors Program aims to build bridges of cooperation by linking young talents with mentors and therefore help them achieve their goals, reach their full potential, pursue their dreams and transform their thirst for knowledge and selfdevelopment into a reality.

Visit http://olympicscg.com/v3 for more details.

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2 JUNE 2 Datacenter 360 Roadshow Conference Conference covering economics and cost optimization, management, capacity planning, business continuity and key implementation strategies.

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JUNE 6 - 7 Water Sports Kingdom Championship Date: June 6 - 7 and June 20 – 21 Location: Marina Club, Durrat Al Aroos

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JUNE 3 Mobile Development Using Corona SDK Mobile development course for smartphone users.

Date: June 3 at 5 p.m. / June 7 at 11 p.m.

Location: Prince Mitab JUNE 3 - 5 Libra Pre-Ramadan Collection Location: Libra Boutique Mob: +966-540884744

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JUNE 8-11 Floorex Arabia International Trading platform for world-class manufacturers.

Location: Jeddah Center for Forums and Events JUNE 8-12 Internal Medicine Board Review Course “How to study for Internal Medicine Exam”, seminar by Dr. Nezar Bahabri.

Time: 5:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.

Location: Dr. Soliman Fakeeh Hospital, Building 2, 7th Floor Fees: SR 1,500

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JUNE 18 - 21 Sesame Street Four-day event.

Location: Jeddah Chamber of Commerce and Industries, Ismaeel Abodawood Theater

4 JUNE 4 - 6 11th Dermatology Symposium Annual Saudi German Hospitals (SGH) Dermatology Symposium and Workshops.

Tel: +966-2-682 9000 Ext.: 2479-2480-2481 Email: derma1.jed@sghgroup.net Web: www.jed.sghgroup.com.sa

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JUNE 12 TEDxYouth@Jeddah Location: Jeddah International School JUNE 12-21 “Treasure Island” Festival organized and managed by Evolve.

Location: Durrat Al Aroos

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Advanced Generations Schools (AGS) offer an innovative inquiry-based education in English through the Cambridge International education program with an Islamic ethos, maintaining emphasis on Arabic language acquisition.

American curriculum standards are planned into secondary grades as well. A varied co and extracurricular activities program is offered to support our educational philosophy of holistic education for lifelong learning.

Our state-of-the-art campuses offer students a balanced curricular embracing 21st century technology. We are a private dual stream school offering programs designed to international standards emphasizing inquiry, stimulating curiosity and fostering comprehension.

Our goal is to nurture forward-thinking students who will become our future leaders and contributors.

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How to Impress Your Boss

By Anousha Vakani

Being great at what you do is only one rung up the corporate ladder; there are a number of other equally important things that will determine how successful you are at work. Here are six ways to impress your boss by exceeding expectations and taking interest in more than just your immediate responsibilities.

2. Keep a clear workspace

Quoting Einstein, “If a cluttered desk is the sign of a cluttered mind, of what, then, is an empty desk a sign?” Aim for something in between: keep all your papers filed but only keep the important ones in sight, keep your stationery organized in a drawer or holder and take two minutes before you leave work every evening to sort out your desk.

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First things first 1. Dress for success

This might be a no-brainer for some, but the number of people who turn up to work in last week’s wrinkled shirt is surprising. Maintain a professional appearance down to your hair, nails and attire. Always follow the dress code and find out if your company allows casual Thursdays before turning up to work in jeans. And finally, never underestimate the importance of good personal hygiene.

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Dealing with office politics 3. Don’t take sides and always stay professional

Even the most professional work places aren’t always sunshine and roses. In the event of a rift between two of your colleagues, never take sides and avoid any unnecessary involvement including gossip.

If the friction is between you and another colleague, deal with them in a professional way by working together to reach a solution.

4. Be a team player

Do not try to manipulate or cheat your way to success. Keep the company’s wellbeing your priority and let your hard work pay off.

Never undermine your colleagues in an attempt to look better than them, instead always be friendly and try to understand and get to know everyone.

6. Take on extra work

Your work 5. Don’t complain

Think outside the box, participate in special projects and always be on the lookout for anything that might benefit the company.

There is nothing worse than an employee who is always complaining about the workload. Manage your time and differentiate between what you can and cannot do. If the work really is more than you can handle, communicate this to your boss in a professional manner and come up with a solution.

watch these movies for employer/employee relationship clues!

1. Horrible Bosses (2011)

2. What Women Want (2000)

3. The Proposal (2009)

4. The Devil Wears Prada (2006)

5. Office Space (1999)

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Falah Al Jarba A Riyadh Drifter Think flashing lights on the outskirts of Riyadh with the sound of revving engines and screeching tires, the smell of burned rubber filling the air. In the middle of it all is where you’ll find Falah Al Jarba.

By Jou Pabalate Photography by Rashid Shahid

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One of the first professional drifters in the Kingdom, Falah Al Jarba is the personification of Tokyo Drift meets the Transporter. He is the owner of DB security, one of the leading security firms in the Kingdom.

Amid the testosterone driven world he lives in, Al Jarba maintains a charming and jolly demeanor. He is a true Riyadhi gentleman and devoted husband.

Al Jarba started out like any young Saudi in search of an adrenaline rush. He would drive around the city and race with his friends, all under the radar. While it was a thrilling high, he knew the danger he was getting himself into every time he was behind the wheel.

His introduction to professional drifting was a happy coincidence.

While running one of his company’s security projects for a race competition, he was invited to try the circuit.

He fared well compared to the actual competitors in the race. This, together with his desire to satisfy his need for speed without putting himself and others in harm’s way, solidified his decision to be a professional.

“If I didn’t go pro, I would have probably ended up in a hospital, not just once, but again and again,” he said.

Al Jarba debuted in the first ever drift competition held in the country in 2011. Ever since, he has joined different events in the Middle East, usually being the only Saudi driver representing the green flag. All his races are dedicated towards two organizations close to his heart: the Alzheimer’s Society and the Al Waleed Bin Talal Foundation.

Professional racers will tell you that having sponsors is a requisite for any team or sport for that matter in order to thrive and survive. When Al Jarba began his drifting career, it was a very young sport and he had to be self-sufficient.

“It wasn’t easy,” he recalled.

“I would race using my own stock car that I would modify myself and with the help of friends. And there were not a lot of races to join, even in the UAE. The sport was not yet that developed.”

Instead of giving up, Al Jarba sought ways to develop the drifting community himself.

He chose to be a trailblazer, armed with the belief that Saudi amateurs would excel as drifters and share his passion.

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being a pioneer in the field of drift racing; he also managed to build one of the most successful security firms. He further combines his love for motorsports with his business by providing training for the military and safety transport solutions for high profile clients in the Kingdom.

While others would simply harvest the fruit of their labor; Al Jarba continues to lobby for the drifting community. His attention is now turned towards the first training academy, which he established to mentor, train and support amateurs who want to turn pro.

Al Jarba is also occupied with FJR Motorsports, the “On the first day of Riyadh racing team he founded.

D, I had to lend helmets to They have three Saudi the participants,” Al Jarba professional racers, including said. “They had nothing but Al Jarba, and 50 members. their cars, but after that day, The organization’s racers the drivers started coming are not limited to racing. Al with their own helmets and Jarba has also developed they even started modifying the team to provide sports their cars. It was a sign for security solutions and me, this can work, we can automotive stunts. take people off the streets and put them in a circuit Al Jarba has finally gotten where they belong.” sponsors. He has recently signed up with Al Jomaih What’s even more fascinating Automotive Company, Motul about Al Jarba is apart from Oil and Design Matter.

Al Jarba didn’t choose the road less traveled, he instead decided to forge a new path for others to follow. He ends our conversation with an advice to his fellow Saudis:

Riyadh. Riyadh D had the largest prize money offered per round in the Arab world. Racers from all over the region came and it officially placed Saudi Arabia on the drifting map.

Most importantly, events like Riyadh D realized Al Jarba’s goal of creating a safer environment for amateur racers.

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“Here (referring to Riyadh), there are challenges in doing a sport or anything that is new. Not having support, not having this, that or whatever — it’s not an excuse. Don’t wait, do something. When others benefit, when the community benefits, you do too.”

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Automobiles: We just can’t live without them. They have become an inevitable part of our life in Saudi Arabia. There were some brands we loved back in the day, some we started loving recently and some which we just can’t tolerate.

Say what you will about the trends of changing designs and electronic sophistication or what have you, but given the current crop of cars on the market, it’s hard to envision a better time to be an automobile enthusiast. In our Top 8 list some automobiles are luxurious, some are economical, some look amazing and some are good performance-wise. Despite the outwardly differences between the cars on our list, there is one thing that they all have in common and that is immense popularity.

Mercedes Benz S500 Mercedes Benz has always been the marque when it comes to luxury. It had defined luxury then and continues to define it till this very day.

The Mercedes S500 adds style, class and power to anyone within its sumptuous confines, thus becoming the German luxury carmaker’s flagship sedan. The 2014 S500 comes with an even more attractive and well built interior than its predecessor. A royal back seat, commendable vibration suppresion and a dazzling range of high-tech options.

With a drop in prices this year, the 7-speed S500 has emerged as a preferred alternative to other luxury cars in its class.

Mercedes’ mbrace2 telematics system, in-car Wi-Fi hotspot, Burmester surround-sound audio system, satellite radio, TuneIn Internet radio and a six-CD changer.

Optional features: Multicontour front and back seats (ventilation, six massage settings, adjustable bolsters and shoulder supports), hands-free trunk access, front and rear parking sensors, automatic parallel parking, power rear-side sunshades and a cabin fragrance system.

Engine: 4.7L V8 Starting Price: SR 450,000

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BMW 550i

Audi A7

The 550i is perfect for those who want more from a luxury sedan than just stylish appearance and the regular regalty. The 550i is famous for its quinteseential drive terrain, superb handling, tactile steering, beautifully finished cabin and regal exterior.

Audi has the prestige of being a pioneer in the industry, its A7 time and time again comes packed with innovations and technologically advanced systems that cause a stir among car lovers across the Kingdom.

The sporty A7 comes with a reputation for comfort and refinement, so many don’t even bother looking past the A7 hood ornament!

Few nameplates say “executive” quite as succinctly as the BMW 550i. For years the 550i has successfully filled the gap between the quick 6-cylinder 5 Series models and the sporty M5.

When we look deeper there is more to the 550i than just its performance and looks. It offers an unparalleled blend of luxury and technology, effortless acceleration, endless safety and entertainment features and an opulent cabin.

It is a fairly alluring package overall – quick, very special inside, very dynamic, and very capable of transitioning from luxury to sporty depending on the throttle position.

Standard features include leatherette upholstery, a sunroof, navigation, Bluetooth and BMW’s iDrive infotainment system.

Optional features: Rearview camera, leather seating, a Bang & Olufsen sound system, blind spot monitoring and forward collision warning system.

Engine: 4.4L V8 Starting Price: SR 355,000

The 2014 A7 is not just a great-looking and beautifully built car; it also provides a superb driving experience with its stunning high-speed composure, athletic handling and impressive refinement.

Audi A7 offers ample power for highway passing maneuvers, thanks to a supercharged V6 engine which is smooth and responsive.

Moreover, the A7 comes with an 8-speed automatic transmission which has been praised for its timely and responsive shifts.

The interior of the car are equally impressive with its graceful cabin design and opulent interior materials, which come in wood or aluminum finish and soft leather upholstery.

The Audi A7 has managed to stand out from others in its class with a hatchback body style that gives it more trunk space and spacious front seats.

A7’s standard features include a GPS system with in built touch pad, sunroof, a backup camera, front and rear parking sensors, tri-zone automatic climate control, push-button start, satellite radio, Bluetooth and an iPod interface.

Optional features: Bose or Bang & Olufsen sound systems, 4-zone automatic climate control and adaptive cruise control.

Engine: 2.8L V6 / 3.0L V6 / 4.0l V8 Starting Price: SR 244,000

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Dodge Durango In Saudi Arabia there are so many options to choose from when it comes to SUVs – they come with varied features, price ranges and from a proliferated number of makers. So in a country where there is a new-found love for SUVs, our most popular list is incomplete without an SUV in it.

Cadillac ATS The modish Cadillac ATS’ with its sporty handling and powerful engine options makes it one of the best good old American luxury sedans available in the Kingdom. The luxury car maker Cadillac has always managed to blend the best combination of factors that appeal to the diversified luxury market. With the ATS it has managed to do just that with great finesse.

The balanced handling and firm but comfortable, ride quality and spot on precision are the main distinguishing factors of this luxuriously sporty car. Moreover, unlike others in its class, its cabin has been loved for its modern design and use of highquality materials.

The Cadillac ATS is available with a range of engine choices. The base engine is a 4-cylinder engine that provides adequate power. There is a 6-cylinder engine for those seeking more power.

Standard features include two USB ports, a Bluetooth integration system and a 7-speaker Bose stereo system.

Optional features: CUE, a backup camera and a 10-speaker Bose stereo system, blind zone alert, lane departure warning, forward collision alert and adaptive cruise control.

Engine: 3.6L V6 Starting Price: SR 130,000

The Dodge Durango has revolutionized the concept of a modern family SUV. The Durango excels where many other family SUVs fall flat, with a comfortable ride, great performance and user-friendly tech features.

This dapper looking vehicle comes with a responsive steering makes it the prefered choice for those looking for a good maneuverable SUV. Durango’s cabin has a striking design and is constructed with high-quality materials. Moreover, the 2014 Durango’s 8-speed transmission has been lauded for its smooth and precise shifting.

Standard features include automatic headlights, fog lights, roof rails, full power accessories, cruise control, a fold-flat front passenger seat, Bluetooth phone and audio connectivity, a 6-speaker audio system with a 5-inch touchscreen display and auxiliary inputs.

Optional features: Roof-rail crossbars, satellite radio, upgraded cloth upholstery, an 8-way power driver seat with four-way lumbar, a rearview camera, rear parking sensors and an auto-dimming rearview mirror.

Engine: 3.6 L V8 Starting Price: SR 130,000

Hyundai Sonata

Toyota Rav4

Hyundai has succesfully transitioned from being an economical car maker to a carmaker who can offer vehicles in the upper classes just as well. It was with the Sonata that it has been able to achieve the feat, which makes it an obvious choice to be included in our list – considering Hyundai is Saudi Arabia’s favorite Korean carmaker.

Toyota – you may love it or hate it, but one thing is for sure, anyone living in Saudi Arabia just cant ignore it. Toyota continues to be the most popular carmaker in the Kingdom even after decades of competing in this fiercely competitive market. The all new RAV4 has banked in on Toyota’s success and is furthering the mighty carmaker’s grip in the Saudi car market.

The 2014 Sonata comes with a stylish interior, spacious cabin and strong engine performance. The 2014 Sonata boasts of achieving a balance between an athletic and comfortable ride.

Although the Sonata comes only with a 4-cylinder engine, it still manages to deliver plenty of power. The engine is mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission that shifts smoothly and quickly. Plus what makes Sonata distinct from other Hyundai cars are its strong linear brakes.

The all new Sonata’s high-tech navigation and audio features have become popular among residents of the Kingdom for their easy functionality. The 2014 Hyundai Sonata comes standard with Bluetooth, auxiliary and USB inputs, satellite radio and the highly appreciated Blue Link telematics system.

The telematic system features roadside assistance, remote start, automatic crash notification, stolen vehicle slowdown and recovery, speed and curfew alert and turn-byturn directions.

Optional features: Blind-spot detection, panoramic sunroof, rearview camera, HD Radio, two premium audio systems, a 4.3inch touch-screen audio system or an 8-inch touch-screen navigation and audio system.

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The 2014 Rav4, despite powered by only a 4-cylinder engine has sufficient power for daily driving. The ride is steady thanks to its smooth 6-speed automatic transmission.

The nifty interior of the RAV4 makes its compete head on with some of its more expensive counterparts. It’s easy for drivers to find a comfy position in the driver’s seat and the rear seats are large enough to accommodate a mid-sized family.

There’s a cluster of standard features including a 6-speaker stereo with a touchscreen display, a backup camera, Bluetooth, USB port and eight air bags, including a driver’s knee air bag, which isn’t available in many of its rival SUVs. Optional features: Dual-zone automatic climate control, push-button start, navigation, a premium audio system, a power liftgate, blind spot monitoring and lane departure alert.

Engine: 2.5L V4 Starting Price: SR 74,000

Mazda6 Mazda has not impressed us much in the past few years particularly with its sedans.

However, the 2014 Mazda6 has brought back the Japanese carmaker’s lost reputation in the sedan segment and brought Mazda back on its feet in the cutthroat Saudi car market. Being reasonably priced, coupled with good features and an amazing look, the 2014 Mazda6 has become a rage across the Kingdom.

The Mazda6 is not only about its stylish exteriors; its praiseworthy engine performance and large upscale cabin made it become the preferred choice in its class among new buyers.

The Mazda6 comes with a 4-cylinder engine mated to either a 6-speed manual or automatic transmission. The transmissions is a striking factor here which has precise shifts and good performance. The 2014 Mazda6’s nimble and sporty handling makes it one of the most fun cars to drive in its class.

Despite being reasonably priced, its interiors

is no less when compared to its outer charm.

The cabin is attractive and filled with upscale materials. It has plenty of passenger space and comfy seats.

Notable standard features on the base 2014 Mazda6 with the manual transmission include a push-button starter, a 6-speaker audio system and auxiliary inputs. While the automatic transmission comes with a Bluetooth integration system, rearview camera, touch-screen display, Pandora Internet radio connectivity and voicecontrolled audio controls.

Optional features: Adaptive cruise control, an 11-speaker Bose surround-sound audio system, satellite radio, navigation, Smart City Brake Support system, blind spot monitoring system, forward obstruction warning, lane departure warning and a rear cross traffic alert system.

Engine: 2.5L V4 Starting Price: SR 66,000

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Modify Your Ride

By Hamid Hafiz

Big boys and their toys is a saying that we always hear yet some of us fail to understand the true relationship that men have with their cars. There’s so much more to cars than we actually know; it’s an entire world to itself where you can do so much with and turn a regular car to a customized one made exactly like each one wants or even dreams of. Saudi Arabia is considered one of the top countries where automotive performance is a major thing. Whatever a guy needs when it comes to his shiny toy can be found here in our city, from hydraulics, custom performance and imports.

Here are some modification methods and materials used to customize a car:

In-car Entertainment System

Body kits intensify the exterior look of the car, making it unique from others of the same model.

Body kits comprise of the front bumper, side skirts, diffuser and spoilers. Most body kits are made using Poly-Urethane which is a rubber-like material. On the other hand the Vortex diffuser is more popular because it channels air more smoothly over the car during high speed.

Car Accessories

Aftermarket steering wheels, gear levers, handbrakes and Installing a higher quality pedals provide better grip entertainment system offers and enhance the interior clearer sound to the car’s appearance of a car. Bucket system. It is recommended seat supports hold the body that you choose speakers securely under any driving with a higher efficiency condition. Despite its light rating, otherwise it can weight, it works well to sound distorted when protect the driver. A gauge underpowered. For a better makes your car look sportier performance, try installing and allows you to keep an amplifier, which brings track of the oil pressure, out the best in higher quality temperature, battery voltage aftermarket speakers. and vacuum.

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Body Kits

Headlights

HID lamps (High Intensity Discharge) are brighter and whiter lights. However, you may replace the existing headlight with white headlight bulb, which produces a white light.

Make sure that the bulb is the same wattage as the original, to avoid the risk of fire.

Solar Film

Sport Rims

Exhaust

Solar film eases the load on the air conditioner by lessening the heat of the sun and controlling light transmission and it helps in reducing the exposure of the harmful ultraviolet rays, as they add a sporty touch to the car.

Sport rims aren’t just an accessory to a car but they actually increase the car’s performance. There are two types of rims: wider rims and forged rims. Wider rims stretch soft compound tires, making it lower, wider and firmer. And at a high speed, a car is more stable if it uses slightly wider rims. Forged rims are lighter, which magnifies the handling performance of the car as it works better with the suspension. Lighter rims work well during acceleration too.

The exhaust system is made to boost the power of the car, which means that the burned fuel and air leave the combustion chambers at a faster rate.

Tires Brakes

Suspension

Aftermarket brakes have better stopping power, reduces the brake distance and improves the image of the car as it looks better and fills the space behind the spokes of the sport rims.

A stronger suspension system boosts the car stability, reduces body roll and allows for a quicker turn. Lowering a car gives the car a vibrant and sporty façade as well.

Performance tires boost the handling, grip and cornering capability of the car as it helps sustain a higher speed.

However, you need to do a wheel alignment after the tires are mounted because if the tires are not perfectly aligned it can affect the handling characteristics and the fuel consumption.

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World’s Most Expensive Cars:

$2.4M

1. Bugatti Veyron Super Sports $2.4 million. This is by far the most expensive street legal car available on the market today, plus it’s also the fastest accelerating car reaching 0-60 in just 2.5 seconds—top speed of 267 mph.

$1.85M 2. Pagani Zonda Clinque Roadster $1.85 million. One of the most exotic cars out there is also one of the most expensive. Will remind men of the matchbox cars of their youth.

$191,900.00

3. Lamborghini Gallardo $191,900.00. The most powerful and the most expensive Lamborghini ever built. Its rarity (limited to 20) and slick design are the reasons why it is so expensive —futuristic luxury!

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A R T S & E N T E RTA I N M E N T

ABDULLAH AL OTHMAN The Artist Behind the Question

By Jou Pabalate

For a while, Saudis only knew him as the anonymous artist behind the #Allah art discovered all around Riyadh.

His works trended on Twitter, some attributing them to a Syrian refugee; others stirred up a rumor of a man embittered by the system. All the stories were laid to rest when Abdullah Al Othman went out with his very first solo exhibition in the city entitled, “The Question” at the Alaan Art Space.

As an emerging Saudi artist and poet, Abdullah’s contribution to the local art scene is far from traditional. His work, which has been exhibited in Italy and Jeddah, are highly conceptual and speaks of his own intellectual inquiry about the world. He embraces the art philosophy of Marcel Duchamp, “Art is Life” and indeed, one would see such influences in his pieces.

I went to Alaan Art Space in Riyadh on a Saturday afternoon to meet with Abdullah.

He agreed to give me a tour of his exhibit together with his good friend and translator, Morabet Fahad.

At the onset of our encounter, this 28-year old Najdi had an elusive but charming demeanor to him. I found myself submerged in an insightful conversation with a man who believes that asking the right questions is more important than getting the answers.

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Now that the cat is out of the bag, I’m sure everyone would like to know, who is Abdullah Al Othman?

Talking about the self is tricky for me (laughs). I’m not trying to be a mystery man or an everyday misunderstood artist; I simply cannot define who I am.

I just know that I am Abdullah Al Othman and I was born with mesmerizing artistic expression.

How would you describe yourself as an artist then?

What medium do you use in your work?

When possible, I try to take less from the form and focus on the core and consider myself the medium of art itself. I use every tool my hands can get a hold of.

This is how my artistic process allows me to create. I try to fathom what is before me and express through what is present.

What do you plan to achieve with your work? What impact do you want to create in the art movement in Saudi Arabia?

My goal in art is to find out more about life; a better life. I

am a close friend of Duchamp, who influenced me in this belief. It’s not about searching for messages to express my work or being the messenger.

I want to capture life in a way that is raw and invites people to think deeply. I want to share emotions and motion, running away and joy. I draw inspirations from a missed note of a musician, an explosion or from a direct clear question.

Speaking of questions, what is “the question” in your exhibition?

It’s the question of life. It is a layer of different questions I ponder and so does everyone else. The main piece from which this exhibition revolves around is called, “The Question.” It is a video collection of interviews I did with different people.

As you will find, it’s not just one question I asked, it’s an intimate conversation about God and their belief, attempting to capture their reaction and true feelings.

After this rather intriguing dialogue you’ve created for your exhibition, did you get the answers you were looking for?

If you consider more questions to be answers, then yes. The questions that emerged as I moved from one inquiry to another are something I value more than the actual clarity of answers. There is something limiting and definite about having an answer, I would rather keep on asking and creating.

What’s your favorite work from this collection?

I would have to say the Pepsi*, I jumped into the abyss and survived.

*The Pepsi is a mix of still images and a slow motion video of Abdullah jumping off a can of Pepsi.

What’s next for Abdullah Al Othman?

I am not the kind of person who thinks of the future. I can tell you that I will keep on marching and striving to express myself and my thoughts.

The Question

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Things to do over the Weekend

For Young Men

By Naureen Subzposh

Jeddah being the epitome of cosmopolitan culture in Saudi Arabia has a lot to offer to people of all ages. For young men, it appears these options are endless. It’s always fun to do group activities with friends. Destination Jeddah carefully selects some places for the macho young men to enjoy their weekends in Jeddah.

1. In10so:

A popular gaming arena to play bowling, snooker, X-Box, racing and gocarting! It also has a wide range of arcade games along with a small café for light snacks and drinks for the visitors. It is on the third floor of Serafi Mega Mall.

Average cost per person is between SR 50-100.

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young adults has always been Jeddah Lanes inside Mosadia Plaza on Madinah Road. We haven’t met anyone who doesn’t fancy a round of bowling!

3. Visiting a Spa:

To beat the heat and simply relax, Jeddahwis hit the Seba Gentlemen’s Sports and Wellness Center quite regularly. The spa hosts an array of sporting facilities, including a gymnasium, an indoor pool, an authentic hammam, sauna, tennis and

squash courts, as well as seven treatment suites and two hydrotherapy suites.

4. Paintballing:

Located at the bustling Rawdah Street, Saudi Paintball offers an excellent opportunity for large groups of friends to indulge in some harmless (but sometimes painful!) fun to act out their Action-Hero fantasies.

5. Comedy Club:

It’s well-known that Jeddahwis appreciate a

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wicked sense of humor, the poof is in the number of people that regularly throng to the events of the Jeddah Comedy Club featuring some of the regions finest comedians such as Abdullah Saidane and Badr Saleh.

For more information on upcoming gigs see:

facebook.com/JedComedyClub

6. Morning Jogging:

Jeddah Morning Joggers, otherwise known as JMJ, is a group of men promoting and encouraging a healthier lifestyle by jogging and exercising together for a good 20 minute jog (longer if you want to continue on your own). They now boast of having no less than 574 members. Catch their next jog plans on: facebook.com/groups/jmj.gr

7. Cycling:

Another male-only club that is vying for attention is the up and coming Jeddah cycling community. They regularly meet in the early weekend mornings for healthy professional cycling exercises.

8. Kiteboarding:

Jeddah also has a growing kiteboarding scene. The activity itself is a mixture of windsurfing, surfing and wakeboarding. Plenty of new clubs have been coming up lately that offer these activities at an affordable price. See facebook.com/ groups/jeddahkiteboarders

9. Deep Sea Diving:

Deep sea diving is as inherent to Jeddah as its Red Sea. The first thing boys do

after learning how to swim is learn how to swim in the deep sea. The city has plenty of excellent diving schools on Tahlia Street and by the Corniche.

10. Relaxing:

Yep, believe it or not, young men in Jeddah like to also sit back and simply relax with their friends in the confines of their homes and by the famed Corniche side. With sheesha in one hand and a pack of cards or any other board games, young men do what young men do best.

Have a great time with their best mates!

Keep An Eye Out For Lammt!

Coming soon to the world of smartphones is Lammt app, which aims to ensure that Jeddahwis will always have something to do around town. Stay tuned!

Facebook:/LammtJeddah

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Toolpen SR 69.99

Opto Reading Glasses SR 64.99

This handy ballpoint pen features a water level and screwdriver.

Perfect for those small repairs.

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Paper Watch SR 54.99

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For the incognito hipster, put up and decorate photos on your fridge or locker of your friends and family with these funky fridge magnets set. A set of three magnets includes includes oversized mustache, nose and eyeglasses. Super strong magnets are inside each piece.

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Top THINGS

not to forget while

traveling

By Naureen Subzposh

Traveling abroad isn't as simple as buying a ticket and hopping on a plane anymore, so don’t worry when the next time after arriving at your destination, you realize that an essential item has been left at home. You are not the only one. It happens to all of us. Here’s a handy list of some common items that will be helpful while packing:

Passport & other important documents: iPod/iPad:

Toiletries:

During long journeys, one can easily get bored. Plug into your iPod/iPad. and enjoy your travels.

Always carry travel-size toiletries such as shampoos, shower gels and toothpaste.

Bring lots of wipes too, you’ll thank us later.

Pack an extra set of clothes in your carry-on bag:

Dress according to the weather and local custom:

Don’t be one of those travelers decked out in J’adore Paris apparel because the airline lost your luggage and you have nothing else to wear till the next flight connection. Always keep a spare set of clothes.

Pack appropriate clothing and accessories. Umbrellas, hats are always useful while traveling to hot climates.

Regardless of the place, it is always better to carry a shawl in a bag or purse just in case.

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Even if you are traveling domestic, always carry your passports and national ID cards. Residents, do not forget to keep a copy of your Iqamas and Exit Re-Entry Visa papers.

Mobile chargers & adaptors: Never forget to take your mobile charger and adaptors/ converters along with it.

As different countries have different plug/switches. Carry the charger in your hand luggage, as you might need to charge your phone in the airport lounge/coffee shop.

Use a backpack: A large backpack is practical and probably a better bet than a rollaboard suitcase for lugging onto trains and traveling between destinations.

Be money smart: Look up the monetary conversion rate before you go and spend. Plan in advance how much foreign currency you need and how much can you take with you to your destination. Also, make sure your credit card will work in the country you're visiting.

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TRAVEL T R E N D S

Egypt

By Tharik Hussain

Ten tanks, six military jeeps, 12 armed soldiers in bulletproof Kevlar resembling extras from the Dark Knight Rises movie all stood staring at me as I approached the huge reels of barbed wire where a broad shouldered official grabbed my bag.

“No pictures!” He barks spying my camera before pointing towards the security gate.

Two bag x-rays later I stand camera-less in the virtually deserted forecourt of Egypt’s National Museum where the guides and workers easily outnumber visitors.

Here’s why and some alternative takes on what to do when you’re there.

WHY SHOULD I GO NOW?

In short, Egypt is desperate for tourism right now and the dramatic drop in visitors has seen tour operators slashing prices, hotels offering better deals and gifts in the bazaars going This is an account from my for rock bottom prices. recent visit to post-Revolution In addition, none of the Egypt, which can be a major tourist attractions are nervous place for tourists. remotely near busy right now – I was able to count In 2010, Egypt had 13 million on one hand how many tourists a year but following foreign visitors were at the 2011 revolution, the 2012 the pyramids and after my military coup and a series of warzone-like entry to the political and terrorist-related museum, I found myself incidents, Egypt is currently alone with King Tut! All struggling to attract 5 million of which means the real a year. king right now in Egypt is the tourist and with In spite of all this, I felt safe commentators predicting during my time in both Cairo stability in the aftermath and the Sinai region and now of the election, confidence with the elections over and a is sure to rise. That means new president in post; Travel soon the crowds will return.

Trends thinks it could be time to return to the world’s most ancient tourist sites.

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WHERE SHOULD I STAY? When in Cairo it just has to be downtown for those wanting to experience edgy, funky and exciting Cairo. Downtown is also served well by the metro making travel extremely easy too. But more importantly it is downtown where you will find the least pretentious and most interesting places to eat and drink, like Groppi’s cafe; a step back into a strange bureaucratic world, reminiscent of the quirks of colonialism, where ordering a coffee becomes as complicated as passing through immigration as you find yourself thrown between

random clerks, sitting at desks that belong in banks not cafes, who pass you pieces of paper that need to be stamped!

The whole time you have to keep reminding yourself you have ordered a coffee and not in fact going through a naturalization application.

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And even then they’ll get the order wrong, but then it’s not for the coffee you came for!

One of the best little spots to sleep in downtown for the intrepid traveler is Dina’s Hostel, which is tucked away on a quiet, cool alley in a beautiful 250-year-old colonial building. This is the place to meet real travelers, be it a German researcher, a Malaysian spiritual hippie or just a Canadian girl couchsurfing her way through Egypt.

Dina’s has also entered Cairo’s revolutionary folklore, after allowing journalists to use the space as a hub during the 2011 revolution.

These days it also hosts weekly cultural lectures and exhibitions. Rooms are

Burning bush

spacious and airy with high ceilings and beautiful oak flooring. On your way up to Dina’s fifth floor base, you also get to ride the most delightful little wooden elevator complete with glasspaned double doors taken straight out of a Hitchcock movie. Dina’s can be found on the fifth floor, 42 Sharia Abdel Khalek Sarwat.

WHERE SHOULD I EAT? Cafe Riche is Cairo’s oldest restaurant and a venue that is more than just about the food, which is good enough with the sambosa (meat-filled mini pastries) and fish fingers, made from fresh chunks of delicately spiced, succulent white fish of particular note as starters while the kofte on a bed of rice makes for a tasty main.

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Khan Al Khalili

Dehab

outside that house beautiful black and white photographs of old Cairo. In the back room there are huge black and white profiles of Egypt’s cultural icons past and present. Cafe Riche is on 17 Sharia Talaat Harb.

WHERE SHOULD I DRINK? It has to be Cairo’s oldest Ahwa, El Fishawy, which is squeezed into a narrow four-story alley deep in the medieval Khan Al Khalili bazaar. There is just no better place to immerse yourself in the madness of the local market then to sit here with a coffee and a bubbling sheesha at your feet. That’s something locals have been doing here since 1773. Do note that El 60 DESTINATION JEDDAH

Fishawy’s is not where you would go for a “quiet” drink as this is where the bazaar comes to you whether you like it or not with hawkers thrusting fake Ray-Bans, hardback books, tissues and offers to be serenaded by a traditional Oud player in your face. If you’re not shy, join the bazaar banter. But if you’d rather not, a polite and firm “no” has the desired effect allowing you to sit back and marvel at the stunning wooden lattice hangings and large mirrors, which have been married elegantly with hanging oriental lanterns and a world of oddities.

WHERE SHOULD I GO? What is Egypt without the pyramids? And so while prices are low be sure to see the only remaining wonder of the world on horseback or camelback. That way you can imagine yourself in some ancient moment from antiquity, approaching them for the first time, and maybe, just maybe understand the marvel and awe felt by Antipater of Sidon, Philo

of Byzantium and all those others who put these amazing tombs on their list of the Seven Wonders of the World.

Giza Metro WHAT MUST I BUY? Deep in Khan Al Khalili, just past Amr bin Alass Mosque in Shop Number 3 of the Elfustat market, is Cairo’s only remaining store selling books still bound by hand.

Say hello to Hussam Abdul Zaher who has continued his father’s work started at the turn of the last century and he will talk you through the ancient method as well as show you samples of the beautiful books he has personally made.

OUTSIDE OF CAIRO Get yourself over to the diving capital Dahab in the Sinai region. It’s serene, it’s calm and it’s quieter than busy Sharm. And of course food, lodging and divecoaching is cheap right now, so book yourself a diving school and get down under that coral and see what the glorious Red Sea has to offer.

Khan Al Khalili

Visit St. Katherine’s monastery to understand the serenity of the area around Mount Musa, where God spoke to Moses, then enter the monastery to see the “descendent” of the burning bush before stopping off at the little museum which holds a copy of the agreement sent by the Prophet Muhammad to the monastery securing its protection. The document contains an outline of a hand that is believed to have been that of the Prophet.

Who should go?

Cairo is definitely for the history buffs, and the intrepid explorer that loves to be literally tripping over history, be it the classical Pharaonic Egyptian history or the more recent Islamic history, while Sharm and Dahab is for those that want to lay on the beach and be served on hand and feet before taking a dive into the deep blue of the Red Sea to experience its stunning coral reef of the Red Sea.

TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE:

How to get there?

Fly to Cairo from Jeddah all year round using any major airline. Numerous tour operators both in the KSA and Egypt (available online) offer packages to the beach resorts of Sharm and Dahab.

The Author:

Tharik Hussain is a freelance travel writer, journalist and photographer living with his family in London, UK. Tharik is a qualified post 16 lecturer of Sociology and Media Studies and also the director of a sixth form centre.

Follow him at Web: www. thewanderingmusulman. wordpress.com Twitter: @_TharikHussain Facebook: TharikHussainUK

Did You Know?

An Egyptian father named his daughter "Facebook" due to the role Facebook played in the 2011 Egyptian revolution.

His daughter's full name is Facebook Jamal Ibrahim.

St. Katherine's

Pharaoh Pepi II (2246 2152 B.C.) became Egypt's king when he was only six years old.

The ancient Egyptians were the first people to have a year consisting of 365 days divided into 12 months. They also invented clocks.

Ancient Egyptians needed to predict when the Nile would flood, which led to the development of the world's first calendar.

The oldest death sentence recorded is found in ancient Egypt.

Early pharaohs were buried with their real servants.

If the Great Pyramid was chopped into 12-inch cubes, there would be enough cubes to circle the moon around three times.

The pyramids of Egypt are not only the oldest of the seven wonders of the ancient world, they are the only ones to survive today.

The oldest dress in the world comes from Egypt. It is 5,000 years old.

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TAKING A Food Trip in Hong Kong

Milk Honey Buns:

One little interesting tidbit: the bread in Hong Kong is amazing. That’s all you need to know.

Where to Find: This particular lovely piece of brioche bread was found in The Little Mermaid, in Harbour City.

From the 33 pages, about 10 were dedicated to food, street food at that. Pictures of street food, where to find street food, articles commending street food, and just about everything to do with streets And so, when I finally set foot on previously-Britishbut-currently-Chinese-sortof soil, I did nothing but munch my way through the territories that never slept (hi, Kowloon).

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Even chocolate milk can be considered street food, if it’s packaged as prettily as the Kowloon Dairy’s line of milk products. Best part?

The bottles are old-school style recyclable, you wash and return the bottles when you’re done with them.

Where to Find: Any 7-Eleven, which can be found in abundance in Hong Kong, especially the Tsim Sha Tsui area.

By Jou Pabalate

This year, I was lucky enough to be blessed with visiting Hong Kong. And as I normally do whenever I’m excited about a trip, I spend hours on the internet compiling a travel guide. Which ended up being 33 pages. For a seven-day trip. No, I wasn’t too excited. Thirtythree pages is completely normal. Yes. Shush.

Kowloon Dairy Chocolate Milk

Egg Tarts

These are little pastry shells filled with an egg custard, and they have a Portugese origin. Not bad, but not the sort of thing I’d go back and eat again.

Where to Find: Wherever there is a street bakery.

DID you know!

Chopsticks originated from China approximately 4,000 years ago

Pineapple Buns

Another bakery wonder.

Pineapple buns, but don’t actually have pineapple in them. They’re little sweet buns that are topped with a sugary and sweet crust, which is where they got their name. They’re popular in Hong Kong, and are my favorite things ever.

Where to Find: In any cha chaan teng or bakery in Hong Kong. My personal favorite was from Kai Kee restaurant on Kimberly Street.

Pies

I know what you’re thinking.

“Pies?! In Hong Kong?! Is she crazy?” And the answer is yes, yes I am. Crazy for pie crust! Which the above pictured mini pies has an abundance of. They are so good, pictures do not do them justice.

Where to Find: Pie and Tart Specialists on Granville Road.

Get the apple pie and the milk tart pie.

Noodles

Huge fan of noodles? Move to Hong Kong. And live there. Forever. A vegetarian option can be found in most noodle shops, and all you need to do is park yourself and enjoy the awesomeness that is stir-fry on a side street seat. You’ll need to know how to use chopsticks, though, no namby-pamby forks here.

Where to Find: Any food district. The Temple Market street has a number of noodle and seafood shops.

Parmesan Cheese Cake

Crispy Duck

This one’s a little harder to find, seeing as there’s a lack of halal Cantonese eateries. But if/when you do find a place that can sell it, RUN (towards it) LIKE THE WIND. Get a side of noodles because noodles need no excuse.

Where to Find: Wai Kee in Wan Chai. Kindly keep in mind it’s a very messy, loud, down-to-earth place, so go in your most casual clothes.

Ever wondered what cheesecake would taste like if someone remade it into a cloud and then cut it into small sponge cake pieces?

Neither have I. But this is what the result would be if someone actually had been curious (and magical) enough to do it.

Where to Find: Toastbox, or Breadtalk.

Hong Kong French Toast

You know what you get when you deep fry French toast and drizzle it with condensed milk (and possibly add a layer of peanut butter if your heart can bear it)? Marvelousness.

Pure marvelousness.

Where to Find: Any cha chaan teng, wonderful abodes of food they are.

How to use chopsticks Step 1 OPEN YOUR HAND: This is a right-handed diagram

Step 2 TOP CHOPSTICK: Hold the top stick between your thumb and your index with middle finger 1. Thumbs 2. Index 3. Middle 4. Top Chopstick

Step 3 BOTTOM CHOPSTICK: Hold the top stick between your thumb and your ring with pinky finger 1. Thumbs 2. Ring 3. Pinky 4. Bottom Chopstick

Step 4 BOTH CHOPSTICKS: Combine Step 2 and Step 3

+ NOTE: The further up you hold the sticks, the more elegant it is.

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DINING AROUND TOWN

Brasserie Louis

Bringing a whole new level of sophistication of French dining to Jeddah.

Nestled in the Teatro Mall on Tahlia Street, Brasserie Louis’ general manager, Ubeda Jean Louis, lured Michelin-star French chef Claude Durand and his wife, Agnes, a creative pastry chef, from Taiwan. Ubeda Jean Louis put Durand in charge of a kitchen staff of about a dozen people.

Paris-trained under the best French chefs, Durand has spent 30 years traversing the globe providing restaurant patrons in England, China, Macau among other countries with the best in French cuisine. Even Mikhail Gorbachev and Vladimir Putin dined on Durand’s specialties, including Bouillabaise, Pommes gratinees and escargot. At Brasserie Louis, Agnes, who has worked 10 years as a pastry chef, complements Durand’s dishes at the end of the meal with such delights as apple crumbles, tarte tatin and fondant desserts.

The exterior and interior are all French. The dining rooms are accented in rosewood with restrained art deco flourishes the main design theme. Terrace dining gives an outdoor ambiance overlooking the center of the mall. Families can enjoy a private dining area and two open dining areas. Banquette seating with wide chairs, sparkling white tablecloths and high ceilings lend an 64 DESTINATION JEDDAH

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Claude and Agnes Durand

Terrace dining

Family dining

airy, bright look to the dining areas. The restrooms are large and bright with the ladies’ restroom providing full-length mirrors.

Among the items on the menu are steak dishes, including a tender filet mignon that is grainfed Australian beef and accompanied by gratin. The veal stew is also a favorite among the largely female clientele.

Chef Durand slightly adjusted the menu to suit Saudi tastes with less salt, more soufflés and creamy

Goat cheese salad

Avocado salad

Scrambled eggs with truffle

sauces. Portions are also larger. Agnes Durand has added more chocolate desserts. The bread is baked on the premises each morning and late afternoon.

Brasserie Louis staff

The wait staff is unobtrusive, alert and efficient, never allowing a water glass to go dry or a dirty dish to remain long on the table.

Provincial Jumbo Shrimp

Beef fillet with sauce

Agnes Durand has added more chocolate desserts to suit Saudi tastes.

The bread is baked on the premises each morning and late afternoon.

Apple pie

Perhaps the biggest surprise is the price. While some dishes surpass the SR 100 range, the prices are competitive with most of the chain steakhouses that recently opened in Jeddah.

Even so, competitors can’t match the quality nor the fine dining experience Brasserie Louis is not a startup; Ubeda Jean Louis has managed French restaurants for 20 years in Jeddah. With Louis at the helm, Brasserie Louis has immediately topped the ranks of the finest dining establishments in Jeddah.

For guests’ convenience there is underground parking at Teatro Mall.

Mille-feuille Profiterole Chocolate

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Noodles @ Rosewood Corniche

Nafoura @ Park Hyatt

Let’s Do lunch!

jeddah’s top hotel eateries for business

By Naureen Subzposh

Want to have a quick lunch with your colleagues or take your potential clients out? Go no further, as now many of the plush hotels have business lunch deals right at your table.

Spears @ Intercontinental Hotel

Spears brings the excitement of a traditional Churrascaria to your table with an amazing variety of marinated meats barbecued on skewers and carved directly onto your plate. It’s an all-you-care-to-eat affair that begins with the soup of the day and includes your choice of well-cooked meat, rice, salad, sauces, garnishes and exotic fresh fruit cuts with ice cream.

Business lunch is available on weekdays only from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at SR 130 per person.

Provincial Jumbo Shrimps

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Sakura @ Crowne Plaza Sakura is Crowne Plaza’s signature Japanese restaurant situated at the ground floor of the hotel and has a separate entrance at the main road to access it individually.

Offers a unique selection of Japanese food during lunch and dinner hours.

The budget business lunch per person is SR 95 excluding drinks and is open from 12:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. from Saturday to Thursday.

Sakura @ Crowne Plaza

Safina @ Hilton

International cuisine buffet is served everyday except Fridays. As you enter the restaurant, you can admire the colorful setting accentuated with blond wood tables. Relish the flavor of cuisines from around the globe with the themed dinner buffets.

The buffet is for SR 160 per person including drinks. It's open from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. from Saturday to Thursday.

Nafoura @ Park Hyatt

Nafoura overlooks the beautiful Red Sea and is the perfect place to dine either at lunch or dinner.

The business lunch keeps changing on a weekly basis, ranging from exquisite fish, duck, meat and chicken.

The offer for business lunch includes a choice of salad, dessert along with tea and coffee. Charge per person is SR 175, from Saturday to Thursday at 12:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Nafoura @ Park Hyatt

Al Iwan @ Radisson Blu Safina @ Hilton

Noodles @ Rosewood Corniche

Noodles blends in perfectly with contemporary and conventional culinary Chinese traditions. Situated with a beautiful view on the second floor of sea-facing Rosewood Corniche hotel.

One of the novel specialties is the Chinese Tea Corner where assorted healthy teas are made for guests to enjoy before or after their meals.

Each business lunch set menu offers a choice of soup, appetizer, main course and soft drinks. Lunch is from 12:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. on weekdays and all the sets are for a standard price of SR 120.

(Madinah Road)

Al Iwan is a fine dining restaurant at Radisson Blu, which offers continental buffet during business hours.

The menu is different daily, catering to the diverse multicultural ethnicities in Jeddah.

Al Iwan is open during weekdays from 12:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. The price person is SR 145 including soft drinks.

Feast @ Sheraton

Sheraton is one of the oldest hotels in Jeddah along the side of Corniche.

Sheraton has a vast spread of salads, appetizers, main courses and desserts available at SR 195 including beverages.

Opening hours are 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. on weekdays.

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Essential Foods for YouR KITCHEN

By Zareen Muzaffar

If you’re thinking of changing your eating habits and opting for healthier options, here are some essential food choices you can make at home or even if you are eating out. All these nutritious choices are available at your local supermarkets such as Danube Hyper Markets and Tamimi Markets.

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Kale

Dark Chocolate

Kale is full of antioxidants and fiber. It’s also rich in vitamin K, which aids in blood clotting and cell growth.

Satisfy your sweet tooth by choosing dark chocolate over milk chocolate. Studies have proved that dark chocolate is not just good for the heart but for the brain as well. It can help improve cognitive function and dark chocolate also helps reduce your risk of strokes.

Moreover, it’s loaded with antioxidants and helps control blood sugar.

Make Kale a part of your salad or try baking them in the oven after drizzling them with olive oil or garlic flavored butter. After baking, their crispy texture can be a perfect replacement for chips or any crispy snack.

Broccoli

Quinoa

Steam it, stir-fry it, or put it in your salad or chicken, Broccoli can be cooked and enjoyed in so many ways.

Lets not forget Broccoli is associated with anticancer benefits and higher immunity. Broccoli is also high in fiber, and helps keep blood pressure down.

Quinoa is high in protein and gluten free too. It is the perfect replacement for rice or bread. Considered part of healthy super food, Quinoa promotes bone growth and reduces cholesterol.

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Steel-cut Oats

Chia Seeds

Black Beans

We usually end up grabbing the boxed flavored oatmeal when we go for grocery shopping. Try replacing flavored oats with steel cut oats because they are minimally processed and without any additives. Steel cut oats can be cooked in water or milk and if you like it sweet, just add honey.

Chia seeds are a good source of the plant omega-3 fatty acid ALA. They may also help protect against inflammation, arthritis and heart disease. Try adding some chia seeds into cereals, oatmeal, salads, breads and smoothies.

High in protein and packed with fiber, you can use black beans in salads, curry, burritos or burgers. All sorts of legumes are not just cheap but easy to cook and extremely healthy too.

Salmon

Avocado

Sweet Potato

Salmon is a rich in Omega-3, which has been scientifically shown to help in preventing coronary heart disease, high blood pressure and rheumatoid arthritis.

Salmon is extremely beneficial for healthy skin, and can be enjoyed in a variety of ways that include baking, grilling, frying or steaming.

The nutrients in this vegetable include cholesterol-lowering monounsaturated fat, fiber, copper, potassium and vitamins C, K, and B6.

Add avocado to a salad, mash them to make fresh guacamole or just include diced avocado to your wraps, sandwiches or burgers.

Rich in beta-carotene (or Vitamin A). It helps to protect your skin from sun damage by repairing cell damage caused by excessive UV exposure. It also is an excellent nutrient for eye health. Bake them or boil them, they are not just nutritious but healthy too.

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Tea and more at

For a main course I like to get the Open Face Grilled Halloumi sandwich. Not only the cheese but also the eggplant and the sundried Health With José tomatoes make this sandwich a great option for the vegetarian community. If you want to explore other

By José Ortiz options, the Grilled Chicken It is the best salad of that Teayna’s menu offers and Caramelized Onion style I ever had in this city something for everyone, but and I should really check sandwich (Hot Gourmet it’s the tea you come for. section) combines the my memory about other chicken breast with rocket places I have visited. The Out of the various Teayana leaves and the superb taste of peppery taste of the rocket branches in Jeddah, my caramelized onion along with lettuce along with the favorite by far is the one in some other ingredients that freshness of the mushroom Rawdah Street that, to add will surely make you want to and the crunchiness of the some fun, is just opposite come back again. caramelized walnuts make McDonald’s. Of course, this salad one of a kind. Do Teayana’s main business you want to go vegan? Just is tea: black, green, white, ask the waiter to remove the oolong, herbal and different Parmesan cheese shavings. varieties of hot and cold teas. Another good option there is the Caesar Salad, although it might help to ask the If you want to go crazy and cook to cut the leaves twice because they come very big. not count calories. Their chocolate crepe may make Choosing a Light Pasta du Chef for lunch will help you you feel guilty for the next few hours but happy for reach dinner time feeling having tasted it! fully satisfied.

Teayana

Remarkably, their menu suits both a vegetarian taste as well as offers options for people trying to watch their weight. These options also benefit customers who want to enjoy a different, healthy quick lunch or light dinner.

Teayana offers a few interesting salads. My favorite in Jeddah is their Rocca Mushroom Salad.

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MEN’S HEALTH Are you as healthy as you think you are?

By Carolyn Heaton

Food-related illness such as obesity, cardiovascular disease, immune related problems, cancer and much more are on the rise. I’m delighted to bring to you some basic nutrition guidelines to keep you on the road to better health and wellbeing.

There’s a lot to cover on men’s health so I have compiled a few tips for you whether you are already building on a healthy diet or starting from scratch and would like to change the way you think about food. Don’t forget the water and a regular exercise program!

The key is to think fresh, local produce. It’s “greener” for the planet by not traveling so far and generally fresher than imported. Buy organic if that’s possible, better still grow your own and choose of course variety the spice of life. Living in Jeddah provides amazing nutrition on your door step with fresh fish and seafood from the red sea and plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables, what more could you ask for to get started for better living!

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Here are the top 10 excuses I hear as to why eating healthy is difficult.

Rather than chopping out all your favorite treats, take your enhancing health program step by step.

Remember, fast food like burgers and fries pile on the pounds, fill you up for a short while and set you up to crave sugar, stimulants and more bad foods.

Substitute take-away foods for your home made healthier options, your body and mind will thank you for it.

Healthy eating is all about being organized.

You’re one step ahead of the game and sure to be a front runner. Preparation is key like every other challenge you face in life.

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1. I’m too busy.

2. It’s difficult to find healthy food stores where I work.

3. I can’t cook.

4. Cooking is not for me.

5. I hate fruit and vegetables, they are so un-palatable.

6. My mother always prepared my food, now that I am single, I don’t have time and need someone to do it for me.

7. I walk through the door and grab what ever is in the cupboard, usually crisps and chocolate biscuits. The idea of preparing food when I’m hungry is just a no win.

8. I’m not keen on food shopping, would rather hang out with my friends.

9. Man cooking is just not cool.

10. It’s the washing up afterwards.

Nutritionists like to group food so I have made a list for you of the main food groups with a few examples in each group:

Carbohydrates:

Protein:

Oat and muesli cereals, potatoes, pasta, rice, couscous, wholemeal and grainy dark bread.

Dried peas, beans and lentils, tuna and anchovies, milk, eggs, cheese, yoghurt, chicken, beef, lamb, fish and seafood.

Fresh Fruit/ Vegetables:

Herbs and Spices:

Anything seasonal is good. Make sure you choose lots of green colored vegetables, vibrant red, orange, yellow and even blue!

I love experimenting with these. I have too many favorites.

For example parsley, coriander, basil, cumin, cardamom, turmeric, saffron and dried chili powder to name a few.

Fat:

Oils such as flax, rapeseed, linseed and olive. Unsalted butter. Dried nuts and seeds.

It’s time to go shopping!

I have made it easy for you so here are some foods to think about for your next week’s food shop.

food list

• Broccoli,

Just saying to check out information from a reputable source as a lot on line may not be correct and evidence based in the field of nutrition.

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• Apple, ap ricot, avocad o, banana, blueberries, kiwi fruit, or grapes, grap ange, lemon efruit, , lime, pass io n fruit, man papaya, pin go, nectari eapple, pom ne, egranate, ra spberries, st and waterm rawberries, elon. melon • Nuts (not salted), drie d figs, seed s.

• Lentils, pe as, beans, ch ick peas.

• Brown an d wild rice, potatoes.

• Fish, chic ken, eggs, le an meat.

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• Spices: In dian, Chines e, Thai.

• Rice cake s, rye bread.

• Vitamin/m ineral supp lement. Cen trum a - z is • Still miner always my al water, lo back up. ts!

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Top 5 Fitness

Centers in

Jeddah

By Mohammed Mirza

With fitness centers popping up left and right all across Jeddah these days, when it comes to choosing where to work out, the options are by no means limited. Whether you’re looking for a more reasonably priced membership to a conveniently located gym or you’re in search of a fitness club that provides customized workouts, there’s a fitness center out there for every type of gym-goer.

To make your search easier we have listed the top five fitness centers in Jeddah. We have considered many factors while preparing this list including the ambience, spaciousness, accessibility, architectural wow-factor, cleanliness, experience and friendliness of staff, range and quality of equipment, range of fitness classes, variety of sports on offer, level of care for the wellbeing of members and additional services offered.

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World’s Gym Famous for its innovative approach to strength building, World’s Gym is for those looking for a serious, no-nonsense workout. A place where being in good shape is a genuine ardor.

A place for true fitness enthusiasts. A workout here is definitely no simple jog on the treadmill.

Experienced exercisers know that a good fitness center is much more than just a place filled with high-quality equipment and providing a good atmosphere. World’s Gym is well known for going above and beyond when it comes to both of these qualities, which is why it happens to be one of Jeddah’s most popular places to workout.

Facilities Offered: Swimming pool, sauna, Jacuzzi, WiFi connection and masseur services.

Location(s): Serafi Mall, Tahliya St. Malik Road

Unlimited Power Gym

Fitness First

Boasting of being the largest privately owned health club Featuring a serious level franchise in the world, it is of classiness, displayed no surprise that this is on via a combination of our list even with its sole ergonomically designed branch thus far in the city. equipment, training, classes This spacious gym is fully and abundant amenities, this equipped with qualified gorgeously designed facility trainers and the latest is for those willing to splurge equipment. on the value added services provided here.

Its numerous fitness classes, in addition to its The place has retained a sheer volume and variety of strong community-focused additional offerings such as feel contrary to the other performance oriented training popular fitness centers across the city. In addition to that this and weight loss programs is what set Fitness First apart. high spec and high-tech gym With its massive following has an abundance of cardio and growing popularity we equipment, free weights and soon can expect many more machines, so you can easily find equipment of your choice branches to sprawl up across the city soon. vacant at most times.

Facilities Offered: Fitness and weight loss classes, sauna, steam room, Moroccan Bath and masseur services.

Facilities Offered: Sauna room, Jacuzzi, steam room, personal instructor, cardio and weightlifting classes.

Location: Rawdah St.

Location: Siteen St.

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Exercising Regularly Leads To ...

Stress reduction and an increase in the body’s ability to deal with mental tension.

Gold’s Gym This is the fitness club that you go to when you want the absolute best of everything. Everything here is remarkably top-notch and grand scale; there is literally so much to do that you will have more than enough time to work out each and every part of your body.

Fitness Time

This sprawling chain of franchise has fitness centers all across the Kingdom. This home-grown brand comes in many variants including Pro, Red, Junior and Plus all open Gold’s Gym takes pride 365 days a year. With varied in creating a community price ranges and services atmosphere that offers its available through its many members interesting and variants, Fitness Time makes innovative ways to workout. itself accessible to a wide Known for offering members a demographic. With over 11 high class exercise experience, branches in the city, Fitness Gold’s Gym caters to gymTime is located from all major goers who are in search of residential localities across more than just a place to work Jeddah. What you get here is out. In addition to novel fitness what you need for a simple, programs and experienced straightforward workout: trainers, members praise the cardio and strength training chain for its strength training equipment that’s clean and and body sculpting offerings, available along with its famed including free weights sports facilities. galore and group exercises.

Facilities Offered: Vary according to location.

Universally include sauna, steam room, Jacuzzi, swimming pool, sports facility and weightlifting and cardio classes.

Location(s): All Around Jeddah

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Facilities Offered: Squash court, swimming pool, group classes, physiotherapy, personal trainers, sauna and nutritionist services.

Location(s): Baterjee St. Abdul Aziz Matar St. Abdullah Sulayman St.

A boost in happy chemicals - who doesn’t want that?

Improvement in self-confidence.

A boost in memory and the ability to learn new things.

Weight control.

A stronger and healthier heart.

A boost in brain power. It’s true, cardiovascular exercise can create new brain cells and improve the brain’s performance!

H E A LT H Y L I V I N G

BodyBuilding

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M e th n o w ntest Olympia co es m ti seven

Nutrition and Supplements for Men

By Fatmah Azam Ali

Weight training and bodybuilding nutrition go handin-hand. One of the few reasons why you’d want to combine the two is to improve your self-confidence and to look healthy. There’s absolutely no need for you to build six-pack abs, triceps or biceps to an extent that you may resemble a body-builder. Rather, bodybuilding and following a proper diet can spare you from getting that flabby body look that men are usually prone to after the age of 30.

Your nearest gym will have experienced trainers who can help you with the weight training and bodybuilding process while guiding you with the proper nutrition plan as well. But here are a few quick tips and supplement suggestions if you plan to start early by yourself.

• Whether your membership at the gym has begun or not, a few aspects of bodybuilding can start before you join. Your diet should be balanced

with high protein content. Building muscle requires lots of protein. You can buy most of the highprotein shakes from Danube or Hyperpanda markets.

However, the best ones are the ones that can be found at your gym.

• Most gyms are equipped with their own shop of bodybuilding supplies, but if your facility lacks one, you can check out GNC. The “Mega Bodybuilder” Creatine supplement is an excellent addition to any body-building diet.

HMB (Calcium B-hydroxy

Charles Atlas (Angelo Siciliano,) was named “The World’s Most Perfectly Developed Man” in 1921

B-Methyl Burate) increases muscle weight and strength thereby preventing the muscle breakdown and also helping in the muscle repair. The creatine monohydrate improves muscle performance during high intensified training when using heavy weights. Unlike other supplements, this “Mega Bodybuilder” does not contain carbs, sugar, fillings or flavorings.

• Creatine is an important dietary supplement if you are looking for serious bodybuilding.

Creatine supplements gives you a complete body look as it draws water into the muscles (Bodybuilding.com)

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Creatine pills can be found in carbohydrates like • Water is the essential health or dietary supplement oatmeal or sweet potatoes. component of any diet, shops in the city.

This would ensure that be it bodybuilding or healthy eating. Most of the you are not low on glucose • Another important levels and you have enough bodybuilders drink almost 10 supplement for men is the energy to endure the training liters of water per day Glutamine, another form session. The second meal to keep themselves hydrated. of amino acid that acts as an would be roughly around an (BodyBuilder.com) anti-catabolic when working hour before the weight lifting out. It is well-known for its session. The most you’d cell volumizing feature. need at this point would be 40 grams of carbohydrates • One of the most popular (BodyBuilder.com) and the most beneficial supplement for body• If you are looking for natural diet essentials for building and health reasons is L-carnitine. L-carnitine body building, consider egg Sweet potatoes are high contributes to the whites, chicken, turkey, fish, in potassium content energy metabolism and beans, legumes, lean red During times of stress, the meats and slow-acting supplementing one’s diet body uses more potassium, with this amino acid means carbohydrates such as so eating sweet potatoes can greater strength, which oatmeal and sweet potatoes help protect you from the eventually leads to heavier as a part of your diet. negative health effects and longer weight-training of tension. sessions. If you are over 45 and would like to have Oatmeal Health Benefits a lean body look without having to compromise on the 1. Oatmeal lowers cholesterol bone loss. L-carnitine is 2. It can reduce the risk of known to reduce bone developing high blood pressure loss in senior citizens.

3. It’s full of antioxidants • Before you begin your training, begin with energy-fueling

4. It prevents the arteries from hardening 5. Oatmeal can prevent the development of breast cancer 6. It stabilizes blood sugar 7. It will also prevent the development of diabetes 8. It gives the immune system a boost 9. Eating oatmeal can prevent weight gain 10. Those who can’t eat gluten can eat oatmeal

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H E A LT H Y L I V I N G

BOYS GET SPOILED

By Zareen Muzaffar

We commonly hear about women going to the spa for various services and we tend to forget that men also need the same pampering as the ladies, especially when it comes to looking good. Jeddah has some amazing spas for women that we normally hear about and know of but this month we decided to compile a list of spas for men. So guys, head out to the nearest retreat and spoil yourself.

3. Seba at Park Hyatt: Seba Sports and Wellness Center hosts a variety of sporting facilities, seven treatment suites and two hydrotherapy suites. A luxurious hammam and a complete spa experience awaits you at Park Hyatt. The spa has different packages with the royal one that includes Turkish Salt Scrub, Hot Stone Ritual, balancing facial and pedicure.

Location: Al Hamra Dist.

Southern Corniche Tel: +966-12-2639666

1. Enayati: Guys, are you ready to treat yourself? Head to Enayati if you want guidance or consultation before opting for any hair, skin or body services.

The spa offers traditional baths, different types of massages, hand and feet care, skin tanning or lightening.

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2. Jeddah Hilton Hotel: If you’re in the mood for some luxury treatment, visit the spa at Hilton Hotel.

Efficient service coupled with quality products, Hilton is a great escape for those seeking indulgence in style.

Location: North Corniche Rd. Tel: +966-12-6590000

4. Shadow Lounge and Spa: Now this is quite a unique offering. Shadow lounge not only offers delicious made-to-order food, it also caters to your wellbeing.

The spa provides efficient services and promises to be a haven for relaxation. Enjoy a beverage of your choice from the lounge while you are getting any face, skin or body services done.

5. Enaya Care:

6. Mihyar:

Another popular retreat for men, Enaya Care is the place to go as they have complete services including hair salon, skin care, hand and foot care, and a range of spa services.

A contemporary spa for some great services for men. Mihyar uses high quality products for the spa services and their team is professional, qualified and trained. From hair cuts to facials to massages, enjoy your relaxation time at Mihyar.

Location(s): Al Safa Dist., Al Samer Dist., Al Mohammadiya Dist., Khaldiya Dist., and Al Fayhaa Dist.

Tel: 920022007

Location: Rawdah St. Tel:+966-12-2615197

Location: Al Tubayashi St. Al Tahlia, beside Sands Hotel Tel: +966-12-2614777

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SPIRITUALITY

REACHING THE LOFTY HEIGHTS OF FATHERHOOD

By Yacoob Manjoo

As Muslims, we often hear about the virtues, blessings and rewards of motherhood in Islam. And while it seems Muslim men can never quite reach such lofty heights, fatherhood still comes with a plethora of goodness.

For all the new fathers, the fathers-to-be and those who have been on the job for a long time and need some motivation, here are a few of the many tremendous blessings and opportunities for increased productivity that Allah has granted you through your role of being a father: to raise another human being. By accepting this responsibility and proceeding To start, the simple act of with the right intentions, observation can bring one closer to Allah. Intellectually, every moment spent in fulfilling this trust can we know that Allah is the Creator, Cherisher, Nourisher become an act of worship. and Sustainer of everything.

2. Character But this knowledge is brought to life in a very Development personal way when you Children can bring out the see your child grow from worst in us, but also the best. a little ‘bean’ in the womb, Being a father gives you to a fetus, then an infant, ample chances to develop a toddler and beyond — noble qualities that assist not thereby increasing you in only in parenthood, but life submission to Him. in general.

1. A Personal Sign and Trust

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For example, you can develop tremendous sabr (patience) when day after day, you have to burp a difficult infant, rock your baby to sleep or deal with a toddler’s tantrums. And in the course of raising your kids, you learn to apply selfsacrifice when you have to give up your time, energy, wealth and even sleep for the sake of your kids.

Aside from developing good qualities, fatherhood also helps you to suppress bad qualities.

As an active, helpful father, you simply don’t have time to be lazy. There are far too many demands on you and if you shirk your responsibilities, you’ll face the wrath of your wife — who will let you know that you are not pulling your weight. Pressure and necessity can bring out the best in us and fatherhood comes with plenty of this! At the same time, helping your wife with the baby develops your sense of empathy and also builds in you a work ethic — a habit of serving others.

So, when things feel tough, look at the bigger picture:

Through your children, Allah has given you characterbuilding challenges. Embrace them as opportunities rather than problems.

3. Spiritual Benefits

On a personal level, fatherhood can help you develop in your deen (religion). For example, we know the value of worshipping Allah in the middle of the night. When your child is very young, he or she will probably wake up at these times for the night feed. If you handle that feed or if you help your wife with it, you will develop a habit of waking up in the middle of the night. Feeding the child (or helping) is an act of worship

in itself, but you can double your reward by also making dua and dhikr in those late night hours. Once your child outgrows the night feed, you are already in the habit of waking up in the night — so you have a golden opportunity to make Tahajjud a habit in your life.

For new fathers, you also have the chance to develop your wife’s spirituality. If your wife is breastfeeding, you’ll notice how long and

frustrating the process can sometimes be for her. While some mothers counter the boredom with spiritually unproductive activities (TV, music, etc., while breastfeeding), you can give her alternatives that will feed her soul and mind.

For example, put Islamic lectures (audio or video), Quranic recitation or any other beneficial items on her mobile phone, which is convenient enough for her to operate while feeding. Such alternatives also expose your infant to religion from an early age, which is a bonus.

much more. Practically, this can draw you closer to them and spiritually, it can inspire you to make dua for them in a more heartfelt way: “My Lord! Have mercy on them both as they cared for me when I was little.”

[Qur’an: Chapter 17, Verse 24]

Aside from these, there are many, many other blessings and opportunities that come with fatherhood in Islam.

Fatherhood also prompts you to study effective da’wah techniques: The most important person you can guide to the deen is not another adult, but your own child. So it pays off (especially in the Hereafter In sha Allah) to learn how best to call to Islam on a one-to-one level.

4. Appreciation for Your Own Parents

Being a father can also help improve your relationship with your own parents. As you raise your own child, you experience the struggles your parents went through in raising you. Hence you can appreciate their efforts so

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May Allah help today’s and tomorrow’s Muslim fathers to always remember the blessings that come with this great status and guide us to make the most of the opportunities at our disposal before it is too late.

Ameen.

SPIRITUALITY

YIG’s Voluntainment Expedition to Jordan

By Maryam Al Dabbagh

Traveling and tourism don’t necessarily mean boarding a bus to see old cities or to lounge on a sandy beach with a mocktail in your hand. There are opportunities for young people and older, more experienced travelers to engage with the community in a country they are visiting by working as volunteers to help build infrastructure, teach or simply learn how other people live.

In March a group of volunteers under the tutelage of the Young Initiative Group (YIG), Jeddah’s leading Community Solutions Design firm, and the sponsorship of the Majid Society, traveled to Amman, Jordan to learn from the best practices of some of the most experienced and well-organized community inhabitants have largely development enterprises there. been marginalized among the economic growth of the The generous leaders of country. the Zikra Initiative, Rabie Zureikat, first welcomed us and Lama Khatieb, and whose motto is “exchange to change.” Zikra is based in an area outside Amman that is mostly farmland, and whose 88 DESTINATION JEDDAH

Through exchange tourism where well-to-do city dwellers visit these villages, engaging and being engaged by the local community – through

activities that range from arts and crafts to cooking skills, and even picking tomatoes – both parties benefit from a mutually satisfying experience, where no one party is deemed lesser than the other, but as equals to reciprocate respect and appreciation. Zikra’s

message conveys a powerful shift of paradigm, presenting the underprivileged not as objects of pity but as fellow citizens to learn from.

into her own humanity.

Through engaging with the locals and trusting our own sense of direction, we were able to find our way Muhammad Hamza, 24, saw through a city we had never the trip as a turning point for been to before – and even many participants. the mistakes and unintended detours led to spectacular results, seeing sights we wouldn’t have come across “Every last detail was enthralling, without a single otherwise, such as when our taxi driver mistook our moment of boredom,” Hamza said. “Jordan is such directions to the Husseini a rich country to experience, Mosque for the Roman Theater. both in terms of its wonderful people and in the Our trip culminated in a inspiring examples of social visit to a Palestinian refugee entrepreneurship we were camp, where the work of the Ruwwad Initiative among fortunate to witness.” the impoverished families of We underscored this learning the camp was highlighted: process throughout our stay with workshops that cleverly subverted the norm, and let us experience firsthand the pain of marginalization ourselves while keeping us engaged and ready to learn. It wasn’t all just work, though. Our days were filled with activities and adventure of the like we’d never experienced before.

We attended a cooking class at Beit Sitti, a traditional home in Amman, a foodie experience that was simply incomparable. We participated in a theater workshop at Masrah Al Balad through which we created our own short plays to discuss problematic issues in our society in a productive and hands-on way.

Lujain Khoja, 24, declared it to be a journey of investment

helping to curb domestic abuse and advance the selfesteem of the many women who live there.

Saif Halal, 19, expected to learn tools to help start his own social initiatives – and was surprised by how much more he gained from the experience.

“I was taught over all a lesson in humility,” he said.

“I thought we were going to be there to help poor people – but they were the ones who ended up teaching us that the way we look at them is wrong. My interaction with them helped me understand that we need to give them a chance, treat them as equals, and they will surprise us with how much they already know.”

JORDAN FAST FACTS POPULATION: 6.318 million GROSS DOMESTIC PRODUCT (US DOLLARS): $31.02 billion UNEMPLOYMENT: 12.3% POPULATION BELOW POVERTY LINE: 14.2% GDP ANNUAL GROWTH RATE: 3.5% INDUSTRY: Agriculture, 4 %; Industry, 26%; Services, 70% MEDIAN AGE: 22.4 SOURCES: World Bank Group, Encyclopedia of Nations, CIA World Factbook

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Literary Life Lessons in

Manliness

widower, yet an exemplary father and an exceptional lawyer. His own opinion is the most important to him, yet he is the most empathic and sophisticated man to walk the fictional world.

By Anousha Vakani

There is always so much to learn from the characters of your favorite books. Here is a list of four of the most popular male characters from literature and their most commendable characteristics.

“A kind Peeta Mellark is far more dangerous to me than an unkind one.”

There’s nothing wrong with being the type of guy who wears his heart on his sleeve. Peeta Mellark is extremely in touch with his soft side without being overly emotional. It is his kindness throughout the entire trilogy that saves his life countless times and helps him eventually end up with his childhood crush.

2. Intelligence and quirk – Sherlock Holmes

1. Integrity -

Atticus Finch from "To Kill A Mockingbird"

“…before I can live with other folks I’ve got to live with myself. The one thing that doesn’t abide by majority rule is a person’s conscience.”

Atticus Finch is probably one of the most loved male characters in literature.

He can take down a target blindfolded yet does not feel the need to hide behind his gun because that to him is not real courage. He is a

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Whether you’re a fan of the novels, the movies or the TV series, Sherlock Holmes is one of the most intelligent fictional characters of all time. Top that off with his trademark eccentricity, and he makes for an extremely intriguing personality.

There’s something incredible about a man who can deduce the facts by simply observing his surroundings.

3. Kindness –

Peeta Mellark from "The Hunger Games"

4. Romance –

Mr. Darcy from "Pride and Prejudice"

“In vain have I struggled. It will not do. My feelings will not be repressed. You must allow me to tell you how ardently I admire and love you.”

Probably one of the most known quotes of all time, Mr. Darcy is the ideal man for many. Despite his many shortcomings, he is known as one of the most romantic fictional men of all time and there is definitely a thing or two to be learned from his character development throughout the novel.

the

Modern

and a major no-no. Many Saudi women are not shy about calling you out on it.

Equally is chasing girls in public places as if you are on the hunt in the wild. Do you seriously think you will attract someone by behaving this way?

4. Give up your seat

gentleman

By Anousha Vakani

The concept of being a gentleman is now largely lost and considered oldfashioned, but the art of being a gentleman is still just as important as it was a few centuries ago, especially if you want to avoid some major social faux pas around the ladies. We’re not saying you should jump to your feet the minute a female enters the room, but with just a few tweaks in your general etiquette you could set yourself apart from the rest of your peers by being remembered as “the modern gentleman.”

What is a gentleman?

Gentleman: (noun; plural gentlemen) A chivalrous, courteous, or honorable man: he behaved like a perfect gentleman.

1. Personal grooming

Your appearance is the basis of your first impression, so ensure you’re always decently if not impeccably dressed. Even if you’re just heading out for a quick stop to the grocery store on a weekend, try not to leave the house without at least running a comb through your hair and changing out of your nightclothes.

2. Hold the door open Consider this the key act of the modern gentleman. This applies to cars, restaurants, shops and virtually any door that exists. The ladies appreciate it and it exudes all the right signals.

3. Do not stare There’s nothing that puts off a lady more than this.

Remember to be polite and respectful at all times.

Gazing in Saudi society is considered very rude

Whether you’re in a waiting room in a hospital or airport, or in a meeting or at a dinner, always give up your seat if there aren’t any more left.

5. Text back promptly If you receive a text, unless you’re really busy, ensure you reply on time so you’re not leaving anyone hanging.

6. Learn to cook The modern gentleman is not under the impression that women should do all the cooking. Learn to cook a few meals and help out in the kitchen and around the house.

7. Bring back the art of giving flowers Sometimes a simple bouquet of flowers can be a better gesture than any other more expensive gift.

“A gentleman doesn’t have one set of manners for the house of a poor man and another for the house of someone with an income incomparable to his own.”

- William Maxwell, So Long, See You Tomorrow

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A Trip To Historic Saudi AL Baqi Cemetery

By Jala Mohamed

The Al Baqi Cemetery of Madinah on the southeast of the Masjid Al Nabawi (The Prophet's Mosque) is also known as Jannatul Baqi, meaning “The Garden of Heaven” or “The Tree Garden of Heaven.”

The cemetery is considered one of the most sacred and holy graveyards in the world because it’s where many members of the Prophet’s (peace and blessings of Allah be on him) close family and companions are buried.

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The first companion buried in Al Baqi was Uthman bin Madhoon. He was then followed by the Prophet's (pbuh) son Ibrahim, who died in infancy. The people of Madinah then began to use this site for the burial of their own dead, because the Prophet (pbuh) used to greet those who were buried in Al Baqi by saying, “Peace be upon you, O abode of the faithful! God willing, we should soon join you. O' Allah, forgive the fellows of al Baqi.”

The site of the burial ground at Al Baqi cemetery was gradually extended. Nearly 7,000 companions of the Prophet (pbuh) and members of his family are buried there, making it the largest graveyard in the Muslim world.

Many of the buildings and tombs that identify where exactly the blessed personalities are buried were destroyed to stop people from venerating the graves.

Despite this, the cemetery continues to be visited by numerous pilgrims to this day.

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FASHION & SHOPPING DIRECTORY

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FASHION DESIGNERS Afaf Baflah Mob: +966-505325251 Alaa & Hala Tel: +966-12-6130007 Amal Engawi Mob: +966-503613314 Basma Abuljadayel Mob: +966-506634000 Carol Keyrouz Mob: +966-562633332 Diala Kabbara Mob: +966-508704799 Eman Joharjy Mob: +966-535687773 Fatima Abed Mob: +966-554369993 Gardenia Hafez Mob: +966-567444274 Hala Chandab ID Abaya Mob: +966-564389049

Maha Ghalayeni Mob: +966-506661634 Manar Al Rawi Mob: +966-569169923 Meriam Arab Mob: +966-503333128 Mona Abulfaraj Mob: +966-505652018 Nada Ayoub Mob: +966-505582627 Niyaah Mob: +966-500545455 Rania Khogeer Mob: +966-555532571 Rana Ismail-Libra Boutique Tel: +966-12-6116335 Mob: +966-540884744 Rawan Azhar Mob: +966-567800139 Reda Omdah Mob: +966-568056056 Rotana Alhashimi Mob: +966-554598449 Ruby- Rosella Mob: +966-504390314 Sahar Serafi Mob: +966-505622515 Salma Rudwan Mob: +966-504627012 Samah Khashoggi Mob: +966-505311588 Shaza Khayali Mob: +966-500909321 Sue Abaya Mob: +966-541151595 Thanaa Addas Mob: +966-504664288

Yasmina Naji-Shoes Designer Mob: +966-540004777

FLORISTS Al Khidra Landscaping Tel: +966-12-6913946 Alwan Tel: +966-12-6837239 Azhar Rima Tel: +966-12-2564001 Eshrak Tel: +966-12-6643035 Florina Tel: +966-12-6670719 Flowers Center Tel: +966-12-6607391 Flowers Queen Tel: +966-12-6621779 Gardenia Tel: +966-12-6609220 Jannati Tel: +966-12-6984852 N Cubes Mob: +966-551406813 Nado Tel: +966-12-6915335 Nargis Flowers Est. Tel: +966-12-6673008 Petals Tel: +966-12-6642519 Rabya Tel: +966-12-6602856 Sendian Flowers Tel: +966-12-6835679 Spring Flower Tel: +966-12-6519684 Sultan Garden Center Tel: +966-12-6686666

FURNITURE

Turki Jadallah Mob: +966-506677800

AL GHALIA INTERIORS Tel: 8111002102 info@alghalia-ides.com

Wed Bogary Mob: +966-504634001

Abdul Latif Tel: +966-12-6913750

Al Fakhama Tel: +966-12-6979529 Al Sabban Tel: +966-12-6919900 American Gallery Tel: +966-12-6676031 Batal Design Tel: 920000374 Bin Shayhoon Tel: +966-12-6471468 Bo Concept Tel: +966-12-6141418 Dimos Tel: +966-12-2830302 Domvs Tel: +966-12-6611447

SHOPPING CENTERS Al Khayat Center Tahlia St. Tel: +966-12-6655558 Ana Special Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-12-6617798 Aziz Mall Prince Majed Rd. Tel: +966-12-6162222 Supermarket: Panda Badriyah Towers Rawdah St. Tel: +966-12-6062777 Basateen Center Tahlia St. Tel: +966-12-6611721

Estikbal Tel: +966-12-6603611

Coral Mall Tahlia St. Tel: +966-12-6607624

H.Q Interiors Tel: +966-12-6395665 www.hq-interiors.com

Etoile King Rd. Tel: +966-505591421

Habitat Tel: +966-12-2576622

Hera’a Avenue Hera’a St. Tel: +966-12-6992841

Home Plaza Tel: 8002444440 IKEA Tel: +966-12-6633000 La Maison Colonial Tel: +966-12-2616800 Ligne Roset Tel: +966-12-6634158 Mazar Tel: +966-12-6642626 UDG Design Gallery Tel: +966-12-6980498 NV Tel: +966-12-6684686 Options Tel: +966-12-6824888 Roche Bobois Tel: +966-12-6647272 Talal Adada Tel: +966-12-6635349 Visionnaire Tel: +966-12-6988591

Hera’a Intl. Souq Hera’a St. Tel: +966-12-6540097 Supermarket: Manuel Mall of Arabia Al Haramein Rd. Tel: +966-12-6123100 Supermarket: Panda

NOTES

FASHION & SHOPPING DIRECTORY

Al Alameya Tel: +966-12-6915188

Nojoud Rehabilitation Center Tahlia St. Tel: +966-12-2571217 Red Sea Mall King Rd. Tel: +966-12-2151551 Supermarket: Danube Roshana Center Tahlia St. Tel: +966-12-2634899 Roshan Mall Malek Rd. Tel: +966-12-6226720 Supermarket: Hyper Panda

DESTINATION JEDDAH 97

RESTAURANTS DIRECTORY

AMERICAN 16 Hundred Le Chateau Mall, Tahliah St. Tel: +966-12-2614415

Square Meater Burger Khalideya Dist.

Tel: +966-12-6061441

Steak House Etoile / Al Malik Rd. 19th Century Burger Tel: +966-12-6829955 Prince Sultan St. Red Sea Mall Tel: 920019819 Tel: +966-12-2151200 20 Minutes Burger Tahlia St. Tel: +966-12-6113187

T.G.I Friday’s Al Andalus St. Tel: +966-12-6529330

American Corner Khalideya St. Tel: +966-12-6060188

The Counter Etoile / Al Malik Rd. Tel: +966-12-2754266

Americano Burger Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-12-6976357

The Texan Meridien Hotel Tel: +966-12-6633333

Applebee’s Al Andalus St. Tel: +966-12-6610012

Tony Roma’s Mall of Arabia Tel: +966-12-6123534

Blu Burger Grill Rawda St. Tel: +966-12-2614234

Uno’s Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-12-6221320

Chili’s Al Andalus St. Tel: +966-12-6634760

Wing Zone Rawdah St. Tel: +966-12-6067233

Flap Jacks Rawdah Star Center Tel: +966-12-6681191 Fuddruckers Al Andalus St. Tel: +966-12-6686330 Manhattan Hilton Hotel Tel: +966-12-6590000 Mugg & Bean Al Faisaliya Dist.

Tel: +966-12-6573333 ext. 334 Ketchup Tahliah St. Tel: + 966-12-6929008

BRAZILIAN Brasa De Brazil Al Andalus St. Mob: +966-549865555 Rio De Janeiro Sari St. Mob: +966-502330914 Spears InterContinental Hotel Tel: +966-12-2295555

CHOCOLATES

Al Pina Outback Steakhouse Arafat St. Tel: +966-12-6637005 Tahliah St. Tel: + 966-12-2892990 Anoosh Sari St. Ruby Tuesday Tel: +966-12-6832209 Al Andalus St. Tel: +966-12-6501999 Bon Bon Al Andalus St. Tel: +966-12-6697655

98 DESTINATION JEDDAH

Bostani Tel: 920011994 Caramel Rawdah St. Tel: +966-12-6688527 Chocolat Khalideya Dist.

Tel: +966-12-6068830 Chocolate Corner Rawdah St. Tel: +966-12-6630449 Chocolate Studio Sari St. Tel: +966-12-6985222 Chocoline Tahlia St. Tel: +966-12-2842846 Chocotala Arafat St. Tel: +966-12-6644284 Dactylifera Prince Sultan St. Tel: 920008182

Voila Chocolate Millenium Ctr. Tahliah St. Tel: +966-12-6684343 Stars Avenue Tel: +966-12-2754411

COFFEE & TEA SHOPS 360 Café InterContinental Hotel Tel: +966-12-2295555 Annafora Café InterContinental Hotel Tel: +966-12-2295555 Campioni Sports Café Batarji St. Tel: +966-12-6395695

Cilantro Café Tahliah St. Edible Arrangments Tel: +966-12-2611191 Hamra Dist.

Coffee Bean & Tel: 920024070 Tea Leaf Ganache Khaldiah Dist.

Rawdah St. Tel: +966-12-6928142 Tel: +966-12-6601390 Coffee Republic Godiva Corniche Rd. Tahliah St. Tel: +966-12-6688712 Tel: +966-12-2616630 Costa Coffee Leaves Sari St. Rawda St. Tel: +966-12-6067741 Mob: +966-564444928 Craze Maison So Rawdah Star Center Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-12-6653065 Tel: +966-12-6901598 Crusty MORINO Khalideya Dist.

Tel: +966-12-6643453 Tel: 920026633 Miss Chocolate Rawdah St. Tel: +966-12-6638989

Deera Café King Rd. Tel: +966-12-2754491

Nesma Chocolates Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-12-6947790 Tel: +966-12-2150141 Arafat St. Tel: +966-12-2845820

Joffrey’s Coffee Tahaliah St. Tel: +966-12-6677234

Patchi Corniche Rd. Tel: +966-12-6525961

Melange Tahliah St. Tel: +966-12-6695619

Soleil Rosewood Hotel Tel: +966-12-2607111 Tea Amo Tahliah St. / Coral Mall Tel: +966-12-6601738 Tea Gschwendner Red Sea Mall Tel: +966-12-2150695 Tea Rose Al Andalus St. Tel: +966-12-6688233 Teatro Lounge Café Tahliah St. Tel: +966-12-2610150 Teayana Rawdah St. Tel: +966-12-6062646 The Lounge Park Hyatt Tel: +966-12-2639666 The Store Tel: +966-12-6106013 Uromshi Café Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-12-6066668

DATES Al Alwani & Memoni Tel: +966-12-6986222 Bateel Red Sea Mall Tel: +966-12-2150144 Kingdom of Dates Hera’a St. Tel: +966-12-6590838 Nadiya Panda/Bin Dawood/Al Musbah (Airport) Tel: +966-12-6066103 Salheya Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-12-2634612 Talah Dates Sari St. Tel: +966-12-6837887

Tamraty Al Murjan St. Tel: +966-12-6637995

Kaddoura Palestine St. Tel: +966-12-6683844

Quiznos Sub Sari St. Tel: +966-12-6068014

FAST FOOD

KFC Tahliah St. Tel: 920021111

Subway Khalideya Dist.

Tel: +966-12-6063493 Tahliah St. Tel: +966-12-6651377 Obhur Tel: +966-12-6527575 Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-12-6996711

Al Baik Tel: 8002442445 Al Tazaj Tahlia St. Tel: +966-12-6674154 Big Bite Rawdah St. Tel: +920001219 Burger King Sari St. Tel: +966-12-6394375 Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-12-6836062 Capo Grillo Khalideya Dist.

Tel: +966-12-6161263 Domino’s Pizza Shate’e Tel: +966-12-6065633 Obhur Tel: +966-12-6561777 Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-12-8621889 Al Baghdadea Hail St. Tel: +966-12-2909496 Forn Wa Saj Rawdah Dist.

Tel: +966-12-2574747 Hardee’s Tel: 920001213 Herfy Corniche Rd. Tel: +966-12-6829276 Hot Waves Corniche Rd. Tel: +966-12-6164744 Hush Pizza Sari St. Mob: +966-564028330 Jan Burger Hera’a St. Tel: 920006765 Joe’s Diner Khalideya Dist.

Tel: 920005637 Jollibee Khalideya Souq Tel: +966-12-6984043

Kudu Khalidya Market Tel: 8001240061 Little Caesar’s Hera’a St. Tel: +966-12-6823018 Tahliah St. Tel: +966-12-6749657 Maki Burger Rawdah St. Tel: +966-12-6687354 McDonald’s Rawadah St. Tel: +966-12-6510291 Migalgal Wa Mafroom Al Zahrah Dist.

Tel: +966-12-682-6324 Mister Burger Al Rawdah St. Tel: +966-12-6822223 Mr. Saj Hamra Dist.

Tel: 920024333 New York Cab Pizza Mohammadyah Dist.

Tel: +966-12-6947972 Panino’s Obhur Tel: +966-12-6561911 Arafat St. Tel: +966-12-6654264 Khalideya Dist.

Tel: +966-12-6064717 Tahliah St. Tel: +966-12-6676991 Peruvi Shate’e Dist.

Tel: +966-12-6923393 Philly’s Kayyal St. Tel: +966-12-6394146 Pizza Hut Obhur Tel: +966-12-2341962 Tahliah St. Tel: +966-12-6672917

Sultan Al Burger Rawdah Dist.

Tel: +966-12-6677344 Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-12-6948686 Obhur Tel: +966-12 -6223777 Hail St. Tel: +966-12 -6516510

FINE DINING Crowne Grill Crowne Plaza Tel: +966-12-6611000 Ginza i Chome Rosewood Hotel Tel: +966-12-2607111

RESTAURANTS DIRECTORY

MillenniuM Tahlia St. Bugshan Center Tel: +966-12-6614664 Pearls Café Rawadah St. Tel: +966-12-6642233

il limone Andalus St. Tel: +966-12-6695894 Mob: +966-506683107 La Cuisine Palestine St. Tel: +966-12-6630363 Le Ciel Andalus St. Tel: +966-12-6525354 Lumiere The Bellevue - Al Shatee Mob:+966-547173661 Salmontini Le Resto Corniche Road (along Mahmoud Farsi St.), Al Hamra Dist.

Tel: 920001281 Mob: +966-593251111 Soy Rawdah St. Tel: +966-12-6643414 Toki Laylati - Al Malik Rd. Tel: +966-12-6060606 DESTINATION JEDDAH 99

FRENCH

Melange Tahliah St. Tel: +966-12-6636214

Bert’s Rawdah Star Center Tel: +966-12-6606633

Montarosa Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-12-6391393

Café Lenotre Tahliah St. Tel: +966-12-2611222

Papaya Next to Sawari Mall Tel: +966-12-2753425

Champs-Elysées Andalus St. Tel: +966-12-2845454

Pearls Rawdah St. Tel: +966-12-6642233

Crêpe Café Roshana Mall Tel: +966 -12-2634989 Stars Avenue Tel: +966-12-2754709

Promenade Cafe Tahliah St. Tel: +966-12-6688712 Salad Boutique Al Hamra Dist.

Tel: +966-12-6515656

Delifrance Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-12-2567196 Palestine St. Tel: +966-12-6303672

Romero Abdul Maqsood Khoja St. Tel: +966-12-2630263

LA Crêpe DORéE Red Sea Mall Tel: +966-12- 2150462

Shadow Lounge Rawdah St. Tel: +966-12-2614777

Le Traiteur Tel: +966-12- 6556022

Tenidor Al Zahra Dist.

Tel: +966-12-2754144

Mirador Tel: +966-12-6900127

INTERNATIONAL Al Amwaj Hilton Jeddah Tel: +966-12-6590000 Al Safina Hilton Hotel Tel: +966-12-6590000 Al Shurafa Al Hamra Dist.

Tel: +966-12-6602743 Al Shurafa Lounge Qasr Al Sharq Tel: +966-12-6599999 Amara The Bellevue - Al Shatee Mob: +966-555354139 Andalusia Park Hyatt Tel: +966-12-2639666 Barnie’s Tahliah St. Tel: +966-12-6696201

100DESTINATION JEDDAH

Beaux Arts Tahliah St. Tel: +966-12-6983028

Fratelli Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-12-6907217

Terrace Lounge Corniche Rd. Tel: +966-12-6995676

Café Aroma Al Hamra Dist.

Tel: +966-12-6605160

HaBsburg Rosewood Hotel Tel: +966-12-2607111

Cappuccino Grand Café Al Hamra Dist.

Tel: +966-12-2891009

Java Lounge Al Andalus St. Tel: +966-12-6693393 Mob: +966-507533090

Toasted Rawdah St. Tel: +966-12-2616747 Baghdadia Dist.

Tel: +966-12-6517883

Cast & Crew Rawdah St. Tel: +966-12-2616770

Lite Bite Madinah Rd. Tel: +966-12-2901424

Casper & Gambini’s Tahlia St. Tel: +966-12-6637979

Lolita Café Obhur Tel: +966-12-6562369

Cookshop Tahlia St. Tel: +966-12-6060208

Lost City Al Hamra Dist.

Tel: +966-12-6655773

Dardasha Park Hyatt Tel: +966-12-2639666

Mayrig Al Andalus St. Tel: +966-12-2616060

Uptown 966 Al Andalus St. Tel: +966-12-6995911 White Sari St. Tel: +966-12-6068171 Zodiac Palestine St. Tel: +966-12-6607548

ICE CREAM Baskin Robbins Musaediyya Tel: +966-12-6640574

Fresh Berry Tel: +966-12-6077479 Freshi Ice Sticks Mob: +966-537766117 FrostBite Frozen Yogurt and Smoothies Hera’a St. Mob: +966-549353316 Frozen Yogurt Factory Al Khalidiya Dist.

Mob: +966-593162440 Gelato Palestine St. Tel: +966-12-6635524 Maison So Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-12-6901598 Marble Slab Creamery Mall of Arabia Tel: +966-12-2906803 Marcel’s Tahliah St. / Red Sea Mall / Basateen Mall Tel: +966-12-2613899

Aromi Qasr Al-Sharq Tel: +966-12-6599999 Balsamico Tahlia St. Tel: +966-12-6633115

Luigi iI Villaggio Tel: +966-12-6688233 Margherita Khaldiya St. Tel: +966-12-6061100

MIDDLEEASTERN

Balsamico Too Malek Rd. Mob: +966-538911100

Monta Rosa Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-12-6391393

Abu Zaid Hera’a St. Tel: +966-12-6936633

Castello Khaled Ibn Al-Waleed St. Tel: +966-12-6652281

Olio Stars Avenue Tel: +966-12-2754811

Al Cazar Farsi Plaza Tel: +966-12-6514444

Ozone iI Villaggio Tel: +966-12-6688223

Al Dawwar Al Masri Red Sea Mall Tel: +966-12-2150390

Pane Caldo Red Sea Mall Tel: +966-12-2150393

Al Fairouz King Fahad St. Tel: +966-12-6703911

Piatto Etoile - Al Malik Road Tel: +966-12-6922501

Al Nakheel Corniche Rd. Tel:+966-12-6066644

Pizza Fusion Rawdah Star Center Tel: +966-12-2616933

Al Rausha Hera’a St. Tel: +966-12-6541460

Pizza Lenou Corniche Rd. Tel: +966-12-6140663

Al Seekh Sari St. Mob: +966-500422255

Pizza Napoli Rawdah St. Tel: +966-12-6927796

Al Wada’a Corniche Rd. Tel: +966-12-6555550

Pizza Wafi Tel: +966-12-6616711

Al Zawaqa Sari St. Tel: +966-12-6916004

Ciao Al Andalus St. Tel: +966-12-6653710 COTIGIANO Obhur Tel: +966-12-2344461 Filicori Zecchini Red Sea Mall Tel: +966-12-2345999 il Gabiano Corniche Rd. Tel: +966-12-6587042 il Gusto Palestine St. Tel: +966-12-6600337

Movenpick Corniche Rd. Tel: +966-12-6676655

il Porto Al-Hamra Dist.

Tel: +966-12-6501024

Pink Berry Red Sea Mall Tel: +966-12-2250436

il Villaggio Andalus St. Tel: +966-12-6688233

Stick House Al Khaldiya Dist.

Tel: +966-12-6064676

Isabella Al-Zahrah Dist.

Tel: +966-12-2566008

Venchi Red Sea Mall Tel: +966-12-6996512

La Promenade Café Tahlia St. Tel: +966-12-6688712

ITALIAN

La Villa Tahlia St. Tel: +966-12-6673434

Aldente Sari St. Tel: +966-12-6970220 Al Forn Tahlia St. Tel: +966-12-6612874 Angelicos Pizzeria Hamad Al Jaser St., Rawdah Dist.

Tel: +966-12-6622964

Lallo’s Tahlia St. Tel: +966-12-6614719 Obhur Tel: +966-12-6561113 L’Olivo Arafat St. Tel: +966-12-6687494

Portofino Rawdah St. Tel: +966-12-6655855 Rossopomodoro Etoile- Al Malik Rd. Tel: +966-12-6926318 Sbarro Rawdah St. Tel: +966-12-6067449 Scalini Habitat Hotel Tel: +966-12-2578800 Tartufo Tahlia St. Tel: +966-12-6638248 Vera Pizza Batarji St. Tel: +966-12-6621116

Abu Shakra Al Hamra Dist.

Tel: +966-12-6645111

Aseil Rawdah St. Tel: +966-12-6062349 Bab Al Yemen Shate’e Dist.

Tel: +966-12-2899090 Bait Al Buff Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-12-6917578 Beiruiti Obhur Tel: +966-12-6562606 Belajio Corniche Rd. Tel: +966-12-6222784 Bhar Sari St. Tel: +966-12-6916674

DESTINATION JEDDAH 101

Byblos Al Andalus St. Tel: +966-12-6697655

Yildizlar Al Andalus St. Tel: +966-12-6531150

Chez Siran Rawdah Star Center Tel: +966-12-2616910

Zaman Naheem Dist.

Mob: +966-544866979

Cusine Halawani Tahlia St. Tel: +966-12-6688900

MEXICAN

Fareej Bin Agool Rawdah St. Tel: +966-12-2616680

On the Border Al Andalus St. Tel: +966-12-2906754

Ghouzi Hera St. Tel: +966-12-6900004

Tex Mex Sultan Mall Tel:+966-12-22758905

Goodies Tahlia St. Tel: +966-12-6657721 Stars Avenue Tel: +966-12-2754527

MOROCCAN Nosh Lounge Hera’a St. Tel: +966-12-6543888

Green Island Café Corniche Rd. Tel: +966-12-6990090 Kalila Khaldiya Dist.

Tel: +966-12-6061723

ORIENTAL CHINESE:

Kanz Obhur Obhur Tel: +966-12-2902888

Redan Heraa St. Tel: +966-12-6542949

Sheikh Manqoush Sari St. Tel: +966-12-6837330

Bamboo Rawdah Dist.

Tel: +966-12-6642999

Khayal Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-12-6629999

Roody Opp. Al Shatee Souk Tel: +966-12-6919126 Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-12-2388488

Shobak Pie Tahlia St. Mob: +966-536884433

Baytote Chinese Rawdah Dist.

Tel: 920007741

Shoro Quraish St. Tel: +966-12-6626246

Be One Maa’adi St. Tel: +966-12-6143753

Sindian Rawdah St. Tel: +966-12-6678189

China Gate Sari St. Tel: +966-12-6970672

Sofrat Diritna Semsom Express Madinah Rd. Next to Al Suheili Center Tel: +966-12-2562222 Tel: +966-12-6500105 Studio Masr Shami Tel: +966-12-2615752 Corniche Rd. Tawook Basha Tel: +966-12-6065353 Rawdah Dist.

Shawarmatac Tel: +966-12-6834036 Tahlia St. Tooty Basha Tel: +966-12-6688994 Baterji St. Sheesh Kabaab Tel: +966-12-2906699 Tahlia St. Yemeni Delights Tel: +966-12-6712047 Mob: +966-559559445

China Hut Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-12-6502762

Manuosha Sari St. Tel: +966-12-2565275 Mataam Al Sharq Qasr Al Sharq Tel: +966-12-6599999 Mathag Zaman Khaldiya St. Tel: +966-12-6067553 Mezza Maison Corniche Hamra Tel: +966-12-6501089 Nafoura Park Hyatt Tel: +966-12-2639666 Palm Beach Salamah Dist.

Tel: +966-12-6394007

102 102DESTINATION JEDDAH

Saddah Tel: +966-12-6055982 Semsom Khaldiya St. Tel: +966-12-6068600

Chopsticks Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-12-6907575 Durrat China Prince Abdullah St. Tel: +966-12-2616885 Golden Palace Tahlia St. Tel: +966-12-6690377

Gulf Royal Rawdah St. Tel: +966-12-6653335

Mizo Tahlia St. Tel: +966-12-6649883

Noodles Rosewood Corniche Tel: +966-12-2607111

Ohayo Al-Kayyal St. Tel: +966-12-6836789

Orient Pearl Hail St. Tel: +966-12-6442231

Sakura Crowne Plaza Tel: +966-12-6611000

Toki Laylati - Al Malik Rd. Tel: +966-12-6060606

Shogun Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-12-6062288

Xian Gong Sheraton Hotel Tel: +966-12-6992212

Sushi Yoshi Attallah Center Tel: +966-12-6944419 Rawdah Star Center Tel: +966-12-2616734

FUSION:

Wakame Rawdah St. Tel:+966-12-6682003 Malik Rd. Tel: +966-12-61242034

Ajji The Bellevue - Al Shatee Mob: +966-555356519 Osumi Roshana Mall, Tahlia St. Tel: 920009522

Zn Lounge Roshana Mall - Tahlia St. Tel: +966-12-2634889

Pan Jan Rawdah St. Tel: +966-12-6065994

THAI:

T.Y. Lounge Al Malik Rd. Tel: +966-12-6905848 www.ty-lounge.com

Thai Thai Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-12-6913808

PERSIAN

INDIAN: Asia Restaurant Sari St. Tel: +966-12-6828525 Bharat Sari St. Tel: +966-12-2754606 Kohinoor Ramada Hotel Tel: +966-12-6670777 Lasani Mohamadia Dist.

Tel: +966-12-6510162 Mahraja Al Hamra Dist.

Tel: +966-12-6656558 Marhaba Al Andalus St. Tel: +966-12-6636201

Raj Tahlia St. Tel: +966-12-2632137 Shezan Sari St. Tel: +966-12-6621086 Taj Mahal Khalideyah Dist.

Tel: +966-12-6979698

INDONESIAN: Bait Al Jawi Hera’a St. Tel: +966-12-2367666 Gado Gado Al Andalus St. Tel: +966-12-6514774 Obhur Tel: +966-12-6560787

Putri Sri Wijaya Madinah Rd. Tel: +966-12-6526206

Al Khayam Hilton Hotel Tel: +966-12-6590000

JAPANESE:

Jahan Al Andalus St. Tel: +966-12-6571427

Benihana Sands Hotel- Tahlia St. Tel: +966-12-6686014

Sultani Andalus St. Tel: +966-12-6693898

Gold Sushi Club Sari Gate- Sari St. Tel: +966-12-6068069

Tikka Express Al Andalus St. Tel: +966-12-6631825

Kome Al Marina- Hamra St. Tel: +966-12-6141616

TURKISH

Le Japonais Westin Jeddah Tel: +966-12-6588200

Mado Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-12-6901149 Web: www.mado.com.tr DESTINATION JEDDAH 103

Tike Rawdah St. Tel: +966-12-6832128 Turkish Meshwiyat Salama Dist.

Tel: +966-12-6621910

SEAFOOD Al Danah Corniche Rd. Tel: +966-12-6990090 Al Hori Mob: +966-502724033 Al Multaqa Al Malik Rd. Tel: +966-12-6066666 Al Safina Jeddah Hilton Tel: +966-12-6590000 Al Segala South Obhur Tel: +966-12-2890575 Al Zahra Crowne Plaza Tel: +966-12-6611000 Amou Hamza Safa Dist.

Tel: +966-12-6677070 La Mer Roshana Mall, Tahlia St. Tel: 920009522 Fish Market InterContinental Hotel Tel: +966-12-2295555 Sayadiyah Express Rawda St. Tel: +966-12-6981144

SWEETS/ DESSERTS & BAKERIES Al Emad Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-12-2575268 Al Mahawi Sari St. Tel: +966-12-2575739 Al Nabulsi Sweets Al Musaideyya Tel: 920001345 104DESTINATION JEDDAH

Al Samadi Sweets Rawdah St. Tel: +966-12-6642424 Cake-a-licious Al Batarji St. Tel: +966-12-2889926 Charlotte Rawdah St. Tel: +966-12-6622391 Connoisseur The Bellevue - Al Shatee Mob: +966-555358890 Fab Sweets Stars Avenue Tel: +966-12-2754204 Helen’s Kitchen Kayyal St. Tel: +966-12-6977729 La Fraise Al Andalus St. Tel: +966-12-6511312 Le Croissant Shop Khaldiya Dist.

Tel: +966-12-6065184 Le Gourmet Tahlia St. Tel: +966-12-6605061 Le Notre Tahlia St. Tel: +966-12-2611222 Le Vendome Al Malik Rd. Tel: +966-12-6924606 Moon Milk Tel: +966-12-2887050 Munch Bakery Arafat St. Tel: +966-12-6605010 Paul Tahlia St. Tel: +966-12-26671633 Pink Camel Tel: +966-12-6982175 Mob: +966-504456245 Shobak Pie Tahlia St. Mob: +966-536884433 Sweet & Savory Sari St. Tel: 920001626

NOTES

Accommodations close to the Two Holy Mosques: Dar Al-Taqwa InterContinental Al-Ameen Crom Hotel Off Al-Siteen St. Markazeyah al Gharbiyah Tel: +966-14-8291111 Tel: +966-14-8198000 Durrat Andalus Al-Ansar Golden Hotel Few steps away from King Fahad St. Al-Haram Tel: +966-14-8291114 Tel: +966-14-8290177 Green Palace Hotel Al-Ansar New Place Abi Zar St. Al-Siteen St. Tel: +966-14-8269040 Tel: +966-14-8207770 Hilton Madinah Al-Haram Hotel King Fahad Road Abi Zar Road Few steps away from Tel: +966-14-8182300 Al-Haram Tel: +966-14-8201000 Al-Karam Hotel King Abdulaziz St. Hotel Elaf Taibah Tel: +966-14-8155500 Saad Bin Maaz St.

Tel: +966-14-8180050 Al-Madinah Crom Markazeyah Al-Gharbiyah Le Meridien Madinah Tel: +966-14-8192020 Khalid Bin El-Waleed St. Tel: +966-14-8460777 Andalus Classy Hotel Marriott Madinah King Fahad St. Omer Ibn Al-Khatab St. Tel: +966-14-8290000 Tel: +966-14-8180000 Andalus Dar Movenpick Al-Khair Hotel In front of Al-Safeya Few steps away from Bridge, Opposite Al-Haram Al-Haram Tel: +966-14-8181114 Tel: +966-14-8188888 Anwar Al-Madinah Ramada Al-Hamra Movenpick Abi Zar St. The Courtyard of Tel: +966-14-8208084 Al-Haram Tel: +966-14-8181000 Ramada Al-Qibla Islamic Court St. Barakat Andalus Tel: +966-14-8160008 Al-Siteen St. Tel: +966-14-8208884

Dallah Taibah Hotel King Fahad St., crossing Al-Siteen St. Tel: +966-14-8290180 Dar Al-Hijra InterContinental King Fahad St. Tel: +966-14-8207777 Dar Al-Iman InterContinental Off Al-Siteen St. Tel: +966-14-8206666

The Madinah Oberoi Abi Zar St. Tel: +966-14-8282222

MAKKAH Ajyad Makkah Ibrahim Al-Khalil St. Tel: +966-12-5720500 Al-Jaad Crom Hotel Naqa Al-Sulaimaneyah St. Tel: +966-12-5705555 Al-Shohada Hotel Ajyad St. Tel: +966-12-5744401 Dar Al-Manasek Hotel Ibrahim Al-Khalil St. Tel: +966-12-5394444 Elaf Ajyad Hotel Al-Masafi St. Tel: +966-12-5722200 Elaf Al-Sud Hotel Ajayad Al-Sud St. Tel: +966-12-5708586

Mercure Grand Um Al-Qura Al-Jamaiza St. Tel: +966-12-5702212 Mercure Hibatullah Hotel Um Al-Qura St. Tel: +966-12-5498855 Raffles Makkah Palace King Abdulaziz Endowment Tel: +966-12-5717888 Swissotel Makkah King Abdulaziz Endowment Tel: +966-12-5718000 Zam Zam Grand Suites Adjiad St. Tel: +966-12-5715555

Elaf Kindah Hotel Al-Messyaal St. Tel: +966-12-5745555

RELIGIOUS DIRECTORY

MADINAH

Hilton Makkah & Towers Hijrah St. Tel: +966-12-5340000 InterContinental Dar Al-Tawhid Ibrahim Al-Khalil St. Tel: +966-12-5411111 Le Meridien Makkah Ajyad St. Tel: +966-12-5751111 Le Meridien Towers Hotel Rawabi Ajyad Road Tel: +966-12-5399999 Makkah Clock Royal Tower King Abdulaziz Endowment Tel: +966-12-5717777 Manazel Al-Ain Mesrcure Al-Azizia St. Tel: +966-12-5578000

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 105

TRAVEL DIRECTORY

AIRLINES

Kenya Airways Tel: +966-12-2633009

Airport Information Kuwait Airways Tel: +966-12-6855526 Tel: +966-12-6694111 Air Algerie Lufthansa Airlines/ Tel: +966-12-6613410 Swiss International Air Arabia Airlines Tel: 920013322 Tel: 8001245550 Air Elaf Tel: +966-12-6641233

Malaysian Airlines Tel: +966-12-6670011

Air France Tel: +966-12-6512000

Middle East Airlines Tel: +966-12-6437982

Air India Tel: +966-12-2632994

Nas Air Tel: 920001234

Ameco International Oman Airlines Travel Tel: +966-12-6577979 Tel: +966-12-6651333 Pakistan Bahrain INT’L Airlines Tel: +966-12-6196725 Tel: +966-12-6422642 Biman Bangaladesh Airlines Tel: +966-12-6652733

Qatar Airways Tel: +966-12-6652942

Al Aziziah Hotel (3-star) Tel: +966-12-6492900

Al Saaha Hotel (4-star) Tel: +966-12-6514121

Al Bader Hotel (5-star) Tel: +966-12-6310000

Al Waha Hotel (4-star) Tel: +966-12-6715043

Al Bay’ah Hotel (3-star) Tel: +966-12-6444446

Ascor Co Tel: +966-12-6066425

Al Bilad Hotel (4-star) Tel: +966-12-694 4777 Al Bustan Hotel (4-star) Tel: +966-12-6692164 Al Dar Al Baydaa (4-star) Tel: +966-12-6827771 Al Fayrouz Hotel (3-star) Tel: +966-12-6270696

Royal Air Moroc Tel: +966-12-6502222

Al Hamra Sofitel Hotel (5-star) Tel: +966-12-6602000

Cyprus Airways Tel: +966-12-6658278

Royal Jordanian Airlines Tel: +966-12-6652195

Al Haya Jeddah Continental (4-star) Tel: +966-12-6633332

Dallo Airlines Tel: +966-12-6513008

Saudi Arabian Airlines Al Hofouf Hotel Tel: +966-12-6520100 Tel: 920022222

Delta Airlines Tel: +966-12-6570555

Singapore Airlines Tel: 920019091

Dnata Travel Tel: 920000000 Tel: +966-12-6923244

Syrian Arab Airlines Tel: +966-12-6513077

British Airways Tel: 920002215

Egypt Airlines Tel: +966-12-6449007 Emirates Airlines Tel: 920000176 Ethiopian Airlines Tel: 8008140018 Etihad Airways Tel: +966-12-6640026 Garuda Indonesia Tel: +966-12-6656121 Gulf Air Tel: +966-12-6680303 Iran Air Tel: +966-12-6656975 Jet Airways Tel: +966-12-6602332 106DESTINATION JEDDAH

Tunisia Airlines Tel: +966-12-6530889 Turkish Airlines Tel: +966-12-2619795 Wafeer Tel: +966-12-4202510 Yemenia Airlines Tel: +966-12-6445564

HOTELS

Al Janoub Hotel (2-star) Tel: +966-12-6486844 Al Kaki Hotel (4-star) Tel: +966-12-6310071 Al Malekah Hotel Tel: +966-12-6751764 Al Manea Hotel (5-star) Tel: +966-12-6823509 Al Msaadeyah Hotel (3-star) Tel: +966-12-6603116

Al Nahdha Hotel (3-star) AB for Elaf Hotel Co Tel: +966-12-6471158 (5-star) Al Nakheel Hotel Tel: +966-12-2150525 (3-star) Al Almin Hotel Tel: +966-12-6475127 (2-star) Tel: +966-12-6482874

Avail Grand Tel: +966-12-6599000 Bay La Sun www.baylasunhotel.com Cairo Hotel (3-star) Tel: +966-12-6483870 Crom Airport Hotel (5-star) Tel: +966-12-6852222 Crowne Plaza (5-star) Tel: +966-12-6611000 Darbaida Tel: +966-12-6622791 Habitat Hotel (4-star) Tel: +966-12-2578800 Holiday Inn (5-star) Tel: +966-12-6314000 InterContinental (5-star) Tel: +966-12-2295555 Jeddah Hilton (5-star) Tel: +966-12- 6590000 Jeddah Marriott Hotel (5-star) Tel: +966-12-6714000 Jeddah Orchid (4-star) Tel: +966-12-6070777 Le Meridien (5-star) Tel: +966-12-6633333 Moon Light Suites Tel: +966-12-6679393 Movenpick (4-star) Tel: +966-12-6676655 Park Hyatt Jeddah (5-star) Tel: +966-12-2639666

Anan Tours Tel: + 966-12-6659916 www.anantours.com

Portfolio Travel Ltd. Tel: +966-12-6604500

Radisson SAS (5-star) Tel: +966-12-6521234

Areen Travel Tel: +966-12-6516524

T & TS Travel & Tourism Tel: +966-12-6914465

Ramada (5-star) Tel: +966-12-6670777 Red Sea Palace (4-star) Tel: +966-12-6428555

Attar Travel & Tourism Tel: +966-12-6611222 www.attar-travel.com Dareen Travel Tel: +966-12-6691831

Saudi Travel & Tourism Bureau Tel: +966-12-6513350 www.sttb.com Sakkap Travels Co. Tel: +966-12-6060018

TOUR OPERATORS Al Samaklky foundation Tel: +966-12-6640662 www.samallaghi.com Al Shitaiwi Travel & Tourism Tel: +966-12-6794022 www.alshitaiwitours.com Arabian Camp Mob: +966-505664137 www.arabiancamp.com

Rosewood Corniche (5-star) Tel: +966-12-2607111

Dnata Travel Hotline: 920000000 Tel : +966-12-6923244 info@dnata.com.sa

Shami Holidays Tel: +966-12-2344222 Mob: +966-559400255

Sand Dunes Hotel (4-star) Tel: +966-12-2562020

Ejazati Tel: +966-12-6530055 www.ejazti.com

Zahid Group Travel & Tourism Tel: +966-12-6525670

Sands Hotel (4-star) Tel: +966-12-6692020

Elaf Travel & Tourism Tel: +966-12-6646559 www.elaf group.com If you have any complaints about services around Jeddah such as: Fernas Travel & Tourism * Pricing irregularities Tel: +966-12-6677472 * Expired Items www.fernastravel.com

Shada Homes Tel: +966-12-6060904 Sheraton Hotel (5-star) Tel: +966-12-6992212 Sunset Hotel (4-star) Tel: +966-12-6605000 Westin (5-star) Tel: +966-12-6588200

Platin Luxury Travel Services Tel: +966-12-6575266 www.platin.com.sa

NOTICE

Haqeeba Travel Tel: +966-12-6604500 Intercontinental Ticket Tours & Travel Tel: +966 -12- 6610274 www.thei3t.com

TRAVEL AGENCIES

VIntercontinental Travel Company Tel: +966 -12- 6677988 Tel: +966 -12- 6834845 www.itc-Icc.com

Ace Travel Tel: +966-12-6056002 www.ace-travel.com

ITL World Tel: +966 -12- 6147222 Tel: 8001180222

TRAVEL DIRECTORY

Qasr Al sharq (5-star) Tel: +966-12-6599999

* 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 website or to their hotline.

Hotline: 8001241616

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

NOTES

Al Tayyar Group Mansour Travel Hotline: 920012333 & Tourism Tel: +966-12-6577333 Tel: +966-12-6672214 www.altayyargroup.com Mosaid Holiday Al Zouman Travel & Tel: 920022244 Tourism Mirag Travel Tel: +966-12-6512525 www.alzouman.com.sa Tel: +966-12-6634488 Alireza Travel & Tours Tel: + 966-12-6481360 www.Alirezatravel.com

Nile Travel Agency Tel: +966-12-6645999 Nesma Travel Tel: +966-12-2833102

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HEALTH DIRECTORY

CLINICS A.C.T CENTER Tel: +966-12-2615951 Al Gadeer Tel: +966-12-6722535 Al Hamra Clinics Tel: +966-12-6655588 Al Haramin Tel: +966-12-6474850 Al Madina Medical Tel: +966-12-6881288 Al Quds Polyclinic Tel: +966-12-6970224 Alaa Bahri for artificial Eyes Tel: +966-12-6927792 Andalusia Dental Tel: +966-12-2611111 Beauty Clinic Tel: 920020129 Bin Laden Tel: +966-12-6722315 Dr. Edrees Podiatric Mob: +966-500506507

international physiotherapy center Mob: +966-506673533 Mob: +966-506634004 Magrabi Eye & Ear Tel: +966-12-6655200 Obaji Clinics Tel: +966-12-6614000 Orthopaedic Specialty Clinics Tel: 92001210 Saudi American Tel: +966-12-6605050

GYM & HEALTH CENTERS

Star Power Club Tel: +966-12-6776177 The Lift Tel: 8001247775 World Gym Tel: +920001566 Z-Club Tel: +966-12-6690204 Kids: Friends Zone Tel: +966-12-6224345 Mob: +966-533657700

Junior Gym Tel: +966-12-6911347 Ba’Azem Body Building Mob: +966-560666108 Tel: +966-12-6448844 Body Zone Fitness Tel: +966-12-6611000 Brazilian Jiu Jiutsu Mob: +966-567295881

La Perle Dental Spa Tel: 920011663 www.facebook.com/ laperledentalspa

Fitness Time Tel: +966-12-6226369

First Clinic Tel: 920029090

Henaa Center Tel: +966-12-6714619

First Scan Tel: +966-12-6925640

Hiltonia Gym Tel: +966-12-6590000

Hay Al Sabeel Tel: +966-12-6480792

Olympia Center Dr. Soliman Fakeeh Tel: +966-12-6655000

Gold’s Gym Tel: +966-12-6912077

Power In Gym Tel: +966-12-6061516

Ideal Clinics Ryan Polyclinic Tel: +966-12-6635444 Tel: +966-12-6316548 108 108DESTINATION JEDDAH

Sport Tech Tel: +966-12-6071129

B Well Gym Tel: +966-12-6066477

Chamelle Plaza Gym Dr. Munir Harasani Tel: +966-12-6634355 Clinics Concept 1010 Tel: 9200-12355 www.harasaniclinics.com Tel: +966-12-6165664 Curves Gym Dr. Effat Tel: +966-12-6638806 Daghostani Tel: +966-12-2064570 Tel: +966-12-6601729 www.curvesme.com Dr. Nashwa Radwan Fitness First Tel: +966-12-6633737 Tel: +966-12-6900881 Mob:+966-560000702

IC Center Mob:+966-552200922 www.ic-center.com

Seba Tel: +966-12-2639791

HOSPITALS

Abdul Latif Jameel Tel: +996-12-6770001 www.aljhospital.com Abuzinadah Tel: +96612-6510652 Al Ansar Hospital Tel: +966-12-6825105 Al Hamra Hospital Tel: +966-12-6653939 Al Hayat Hospital Tel: +966-12-6367778 Al Mashfa Hospital Tel: +966-12-2292222 www.almashfa.com Al Safa Tel: +966-12-6937262 Bakhsh Hospital Tel: +966-12-6479666 Dar Al Shifa Saudi Tel: +966-12-6822900 Dr. Erfan & Bagedo Tel: +966-12-6038888

International Medical Center Tel: +966-12-6509000 Jeddah Clinic Hospital Tel: +966-12-6313131 Jeddah Institute for Speech & Hearing Tel: +966-12-6675311 King Abdul Aziz University Tel: +966-12-6401000 King Faisal Specialist Tel: +966-12-6677777 Tel: +966-12-6365028 Magrabi Eye & Ear Hospital Tel: +966-12-6365000 Mostagbal Hospital Tel: +966-12-6875255 Mushrifah Medical Center Tel: +966-12-6738641 Naseem Jeddah Hospital Tel: +966-12-6721763 New Al Jedaani Hospital Tel: +966-12-6368100 New Jeddah Clinic Hospital (NJCH) Tel: +966-12-6675000 Salam Medical Services Co.- Home Health Care Tel: 920001153 www.salammedical.com Saudi German Tel: +966-12-6829000 United Doctors Tel: +966-12-6533333

PHARMACIES

Abo Dawood Dr. Ghassan Pharaon Tel: +966-12-6877210 Tel: +966-12-6823200 Al Nahdi Dr. Soliman Fakeeh Tel: +966-12-6658687 Tel: +966-12-6655000 Al Sudais Hai Al Jamea Tel: +966-12-6737679 Hospital Tel: +966-12-6058962 Tel: +966-12-6806666

Daan Tel: +966-12-6284405

Lamasat Tel: +966-12-6834002

Habib Tel: +966-12-6427766

Lucie Saint Clair Tel: +966-12-2832020

Noura Tel: +966-12-6685500

Lucine Spa & Salon Tahlia St. Tel: +966-12-6636777

SPA & BEAUTY CENTER

Mana Center Tel: +966-12-6066628

7L House Tel: +966-12-6532812

Mayara Home Spa Tel: +966-12-2345499

Al Megayena Tel: +966-12-6655763

Mermaid Tel: +966-12-6616644

Alexandre Zouari Tel: +966-12-6656161

Nail Art Tel: +966-12-6675511

Bijou Tel: +966-12-2611250

Nail Care Mob: +966-544426264

Bouthaina Tel: +966-12-6631809

Nawara Salon Tel: +966-12-6610606

Carmen Center Tel: +966-12-6648122 Chamelle Plaza Tel: +966-12-6656807

Oriana Tel: +966-12-6220773 Tel: 920002132

Cinderella Tel: +966-12-6989176

Planet Beach Tel: 8001247776

Claude Maxime Mondial Tel: +966-12-6637450

Rima Center Tel: +966-12-6915423 Rozana Tel: +966-12-6652749

Dr. Edrees Foot Spa Mob: +966-500506507

Sahara Beauty Tel: 920026267

E Spa Tel: +966-12-2632093

Sara Jolie Tel: +966-12-6901431

Evania - Ladies Spa Tel: +966-12-2639792

Serenity Center Tel: +966-12-6648353

EVE Salons & Spa Tel: +966-12-6581977

Soleil d’Or Spa Tel: +966-12-2842233

Future Tel: +966-12-6391341

Spa Lounge Tel: +966-12-2630904

Garra Rufa Tel: +966-12-2635018 Henna Beauty Lounge Tel: +966-12-6587091 Mob: +966-550352226 Jamalouki Tel: +966-12-6651888

HEALTH DIRECTORY

Jean Louis David King Road Tower 3rd & 4th floors Tel: +966-12-6068678/9

Asia Tel: +966-12-6390553

The Spa by Clarins Paris Tel: +966-12-6599999 SUNDAY TO THURSDAY, From 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Toni & Guy Tel: +966-12-2616230 Viva La Vie Tel: +966-12-6929163 DESTINATION JEDDAH 109

GENERAL DIRECTORY

BANKS Al-Bilad Bank Tel: 8001230000 Al-Inma Bank Tel: 8001208000 Al-Jazira Bank Tel: +966-12-6518070 Al-Rajhi Bank Tel: +966-12-6644568 Arab National Bank Tel: 8001244040 Banque Saudi Fransi Tel: 8001242121

Budget Tel: +966-12-6927070 Daleel Tel: +966-12-6719219 Discovery Tel: +966-12-6714475 Fernas Tel: +966-12-6718712 Formula Tel: +966-12-6621213 Hanco Tel: 920001844 Hertz Tel: +966-12-6040339

Islamic Development Hessen for Rent Bank Car Tel: +966-12-6361400 Tel: +966-12-6430295 National Bank of Key Rent a Car Kuwait Tel: +966-12-6856251 Tel: +966-12-6036300 National Commercial Khozama Est. Tel: +966-12-6317177 Bank Tel: 8002441005

Riyadh Bank Tel: +966-12-6470019 SABB Tel: +966-12-6901122

Meeza Private Car Service Mob: +966-540544486 Tel: +966-12-6968666 Email: pcs@meeza. com.sa Modacar

Saudi Hollandi Bank Smart Care Tel: +966-12-2368844 Mob: +966-533500077 Saudi Investment V. Cool Bank Tel: +966-12-6396969 Tel: +966-12-6531010 Samba Tel: +966-12-6607700

COMPOUNDS

BUSINESS SERVICES

Al Andalus Luxury Villas Tahliah St. Venue Executive Club Tel: +966-12-6695154 Tel: +966-12-6061010 Al Aoun Village www.venueint.com Al Bawadi Tel: +966-12-2563381

CAR SERVICES Abu Diyab Est. Tel: +966-12-6677779 Alpha Rent a Car Tel: +966-12-6974459 Avis Tel: +966-12-6677379

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Al Basateen Village Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-12-6944015 Al Hajrayn Village Corniche Rd. Tel: +966-12-6943464 www.alhajrayn.com

Al Manar Compound Kindi Housing Prince Metab St., Compound Tel: +966-12-6938770 Al Rabwah, North Jeddah Tel: +966-12-6910884 Al Mubarakiah Village Lotus Compounds East Jeddah, Contact PMDC King Abdullah St. Lotus 1: Al-Hamra Dist.

Tel: +966-12-6400158 Tel: +966-12-6692111 Lotus 12: Al-Nayeen Dist.

Al Najia Compounds Tel: +966-12-6541107 Madinah Rd. Lotus 3: Al-Khobar Tel: +966-12-6518178 the Eastern Province Al Salam Compound Lotus 4: Al Naeem Dist.

Tel: +966-12-6548808 Palestine St. Tel: +966-12-6717121 M&M Compound North Obhor Arabian Homes Tel: +966-12-6562544 Al Bawadi Dist.

Tel: +966-12-6822201 M.M Al-Rumaih www.arabian-homes.com Compound Al Shatee, Corniche Rd. Aromary Village Tel: +966-12-6991231 Hera’a St. Tel: +966-12-6940086 Mura Bustan Belleview Executive Compounds Tel: +966-12-6910041 Compound Near Jeddah Preparatory Nada Village School Prince Majed St. Tel: +966-12-6547666 Tel: +966-12-6920099 www.belleview compund.com Nueva Andalucia Al-Rawdah, Sari St. Belleview 12 Tel: +966-12-6823434 Compound www.andalucia.com Rawda St. Tel: +966-12-6642636 Raytheon Compound Opp. Saudi German Binzagr Villa Hospital Compound Tel: +966-12-6915380 Madinah Rd., www.raytheon.com Tel: +966-12-6672064 Reem Compound Elite 12 Compound Al-Salamah, Near Jeddah Int’l Souk Tel: +966-12-6829195 Tel: +966-12-6681111 www.elitecompounds.com Salamia Compound Al-Sulaymaneyyah Elite Compound Tel: +966-12-6400253 Near Jeddah Int’l Souk www.salmiacompund.com Tel: +966-12-6610930 www.elitecompounds.com Sari Palms Sari St. Garden City Compound Tel: +966-12-6063342 Palestine St. www.hhaproperty.com.sa Tel: +966-12-6607590 www.hhaproperty.com.sa Saudia City Al-Khaldiah Dist.

Hiba Compound Tel: +966-12-6820030 Al-Hamraa www.saudicity.com Tel: +966-12-6650819

DSL Net

Jack N Jill Mob: +966-507369963 Jeddah Pre-School Tel: +966-12-2385994 Kids Campus Mob: +966-596080131 Kids Time Nursery Tel: +966-12-6543111 Mob: +966-569693794

Dar Al Fikr School (Boys) Tel: +966-12-6311118 (Girls) Tel: +966-12-6311117 Dar Al Hanan Tel: 920029669

Mama et Moi Mob: +966-550569333

Dar Jana INT’L Tel: +966-12-6648310 EDUCON STUDY ABROAD Tel: 920001338

SPS Tel: +966-12-6824556

My Little Kingdom School Tel: +966-12-6393951 Tel: +966-12-2575909

Future Institute Tel: +966-12-6600660 www.future-center. com

KINDERGARTENS

My Little Step Tel: +966-12-6831299 Tel: +966-12-6831795

Global INT’L Tel: +966-12-6523444 ( KG ) Tel: +966-12-6144101 www.gis.sch.sa

Atheer Tel: +966-12-6976663 Ext: 3011 Nesma Tel: +966-12-2567998

ABC School Tel: +966-12-6988827 Ambassadors School Tel: 8001249000 www.ambassadorsschools.com Apple Tree Montessori School Tel: +966-12-6824350 Building Blocks Tel: +966-12-6060755 Mob: +966-541525616 Creative Childhood Summer School Tel: +966-12-6077224 Mob: +966-504390998 Enchanted Garden Mob: +966-546916812 FastracKids Kindergarten Tahlia St. Tel: +966-12-6616539 Mob: +966-542404668 Facebook: Ftkksa

Sunflower Kids Day Care Tel: +966-12-6654398 Mob: +966-551321644

Hera International Tel: +966-12-6655411

Sunshine School Tel: +966-12-6060958 www.sunshineschool. edu.sa

Jeddah CAMPUS School Tel: +966-12-6061101 www.jcs.edu.sa

SCHOOLS & INSTITUTES

Jeddah INT’L School Tel: +966-12-6061253 www.jischool.org

Advanced GenerationS School (Boys) Tel: +966-12-4202105 (Girls) Tel: +966-12-4202429 www.ags.edu.sa Al Bayan Tel: +966-12-6611004 www.al-byan.com

My Little House Tel: +966-12-6652490 www.mylittlehouse-sa. com Thamer INT’L SCHOOL Tel: +966-12-6977033 www.tis-edu.com The American INT’L Tel: +966-12-6620051 www.aisj.edu.sa The British INT’L Tel: +966-12-6990019 www. continentalschool.com Wall Street Tel: +966 -12- 2566316 Tel: +966 -12- 6523200 www.wsi-ksa.com

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GENERAL DIRECTORY

Shaker Village Compound Al Hahdah, Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-12-6991840

Jeddah Knowledge Tel: +966-12-6620174 www.jks.edu.sa Jeddah Preparatory & Grammar School Tel: +966-12-6542354 www.jpgs.org

Jeddah Private Intl. School (JPIS) / Al Ruwaad Managed by SABIS® Tel: +966-12-6682431 Tel: +966-12-6064309 Al Waha INT’L School www.jpis-sabis.net Tel: +966-12-6729660 Majestic School Cambridge English Tel: +966-12-6929895 Tel: 920001799 Ext:402 Mob: +966-555622234

Friends Zone friendzone75@ gmail.com Facebook: friendszonecenter Instagram: FriendsZone_ Coral International Manarat Jeddah Tel: +966-12-6832002 Tel: +966-12-6730225 Kids www.coralschool.net Twitter: friendszonecent MMS EDUCATION Tel: +966-12-6500070 Future Experts www.mms1.org Tel: +966-12-6061500

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GENERAL DIRECTORY

SOCIAL SERVICES

ORGANIZATIONS Charitable Services for the Care of Cancer Patients Al-Rowais Dist.

Tel: +966-12-6511373 Charitable Society for Memorization of the Qura’n Tel: 8002442777 www.qj.org.sa Charity Society in Jeddah Al-Zahra Dist.

Tel: +966-12-6391100

Majid Bin Abdulaiz Foundation for Development & Social Services Al-Shate’e Dist.

Tel: +966-12-6062959 Ministry of Social Affairs Tel: +966-11-4778888 www.mosa.gov.sa National Charitable Foundation for Blood Donation Tel: +966-12-6627186 National Society for Human rights Tel: +966-12-6222261 www.nshrsa.org

Committee for Social Princess Fawziah Services & Health Center for Women Tel: +966-12-6369652 & Children firstwelfaresociety.org.sa Tel: +966-12-6369891 www.firstwelfare Committee for the Welfare of Prisoners society.org.sa and their Families Wedad Charity Tel: 920006065 Foundation pcare.org.sa Tel: 920011334 Disabled Children’s www.wedad.org Association Women’s Charitable Tel: +966-12-66224080 Foundation Al-Nazla Dist Enabling Marriage Tel: +966-12-6369652 & Family Support Foundation Zahra Organisation Al-Nozla Dist. for Breast Cancer Tel: +966-12-6311111 Tel: +966-12-2840425 Fab Lab Arabia Dallah Tower Tel: +966-12-6710000 Ext. 1365 Faisaliah Women’s Charitable Al-Rowais Dist.

Tel: +966-12-6535000

UNIVERSITIES Batterjee for Medical Tel: 8001180022

College of Business Administration (CBA) Tel: +966-12-2159009 Friends of the Heart (Boys’ section) Tel: +966-12-6900671 Foundation Behind Al-Tahlia Station (Girls’ section) www.cba.edu.sa Tel: +966-12-6658384 Maharat Center Madinah Rd. Tel: +966-12-6656218 www.maharat.org

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Dar Al Hekma Tel: +966-12-6303333 www.daralhekma.edu.sa Effat university Tel: +966-12-6364300 www.effatcollege.edu.sa

Ibn Sina National for Medical Studies Tel: +966-12-6356555 www.ibnsina.edu.sa Jeddah College of Technology Tel: +966-12-6370387 www.jct.edu.sa Jeddah Community Tel: +966-12-2870026 www.jcc.kau.edu.sa Jeddah Teacher’s Tel: +966-12-6914620 King Abdulaziz Tel: +966-12-6400000 www.kau.edu.sa

King Abdullah of Science and Technology (KAUST) Tel: 920001128 www.kaust.edu.sa Prince Sultan Aviation Tel: +966-12-6864163 www.fo.sv.net Prince Sultan College for Tourism & Hotel Tel: 920016165 Tel: +966-12-2844425 www.pscj.edu.sa