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You Can’t Top Haya's Weekends!

From Mountains to Oceans, She’s Doing It All

Sharqiya’s Caravan of Food Trucks MEET ALBARA AL OHALI A Modern-Day Nomad

ISSUE 17 MAY 2017

FROM THE EDITOR

Wake up and smell the airplane exhaust Sharqawis!

We’re about to go on a trip.

The summer heat is almost upon us and we know Sharqawis are itching to travel. Before you pack up your bags and head on out, our travel issue is a keepsake and guide for everything you might need.

How do you travel, Sharqawis?

Do the stars need to align? Do you bundle up all your leave days before going on a trip? We came across a Saudi female traveler whose adventures challenge you to shake things up — every weekend at that! Haya Al Samari, fulltime ARAMCO analyst and part-time adrenaline junkie invites you to be fearless and redefine your notion of travel.

From Sharqiya’s very own Albara Al Ohali and his vagabonding ways to Hesham Al Humaid, Saudi national artist and cultural photographer, we have filled these pages with stories that inspire you in ways you didn’t know possible.

Though the travel issue is one of our favorites, you don’t have to go very far to find beauty. Remember: There’s no place like home.

Editor-in-Chief Enas Hashani Managing Director Maria Mahdaly Executive Editor Bassma Al Toaimi Regional Editorial Manager Noura Al Joaib Regional Editor Hajer Al Alwan Copy Editor Ahmad Dialdin Contributing Writers Alexander Woodman Audrey Rodriguez Caroline Hillier Hurreia Balouch Ahmed Almulla Arwa Al Mousa Mai Kholief Art Director Reem Al Assal Junior Art Director Salma Ghulman Studio Manager Mohammed Fawzy Senior Graphic Designer Mohammed Rashad Graphic Designers Lama Al Sharqawi Suzan Al Quasmi Photographers Abdulrahman Ba’Ali Ahmed Almulla Alzahra Aldawood Hajer Al Alwan Digital Marketing Executive Hurreia Balouch Social Media Agent Nahla Al Sardi Web Admin/Associate Editor Swalah Eshki Zahra Anwer

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F E AT U R E D C O N T E N T

THE TRAVEL ISSUE 16 BUSINESS

56 STYLE & BEAUTY

• Shop For Ramadan: Our Thobe Picks for the Holy Month • A Place to Relax, Feel Fresh, and Get Pampered: VOG

• Into the Mind of Biz Whiz Murhaf BuKhamseen • Deena Al Faris: A Story of Success

24 SPECIAL FEATURE • Albara Al Ohali:

68 DINING AROUND TOWN

• Scoops: Get Your Ramadan Gifts From Bateel This Year!

• It’s All About Food Trucks In Town

Sharqiya’s Nomad • Hesham Al Humaid and Wojhah Expeditions

34 TRAVEL TRENDS

• Discover What Type

76 HEALTHY LIVING

• A Life of Yoga: Discover

of Traveler You Are

All the Positions • Read All About the Rhumba Revolution

• Go on a Trip to Fujairah and Ajman This Weekend

52 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT • Our One-on-One With Saudi

LIFE IS A JOURNEY WITH ALBARA AL OHALI, P. 28

Faisal Al Sharif Helping Startups p.18

A one-on-one with film director, Ali Kalthami on p. 54

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Film Director Ali Kalthami • Check Them Out: Podcasts with Fictional Twists

Palm Trees 52.

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• Bussing Around in Bahrain: Go on a Tour and Explore the Little Kingdom on a Public Bus

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SHOP FOR RAMADAN!

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EVENTS & HAPPENINGS

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1. Celebrating the East Coast

2. “Good Old Days” Are Back in Al Ahsa

The East Coast Festival was held March 30 at the Dammam Sea Front. It was a huge success, exceeding 70,000 visitors during the 10 days. Both expat and local visitors got a valuable chance to explore Sharqiya’s heritage, culture and history.

On March 30, Souq Al Taibeen was held in the Heritage Village Market for five days to bring back some of our sweetest and oldest memories. The event, which started off with a traditional Hasawi folk song, had museum stalls, classic cars and various craft works.

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3. Foodie Heaven

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The first ever Sharqiya Food Festival, organized by Dot Space Events, was one of the biggest food festivals in Saudi Arabia to date. Held March 30 – April 4, it featured more than 130 restaurants, bakeries and coffee shops from the region.

4. Nations Coming Together

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From March 30 – April 13, Jubail celebrated the Nations Heritage Festival at their King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Cultural Center. More than 12 countries (including India, Egypt, Pakistan, and Morocco) were represented. We absolutely loved the eclectic atmosphere, the unique folklore shows and the yummy food tasting that was offered every single day!

5. Mathaq Mania Always a crowd-pleaser, Mathaq showcased tasty treats and awesome art pieces, but this time they even had a special section for children to enjoy fun activities and games.

Mathaq was held March 22 – 25 in the yard next to Algosaibi Hotel, Khobar.

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6. Fun and Sports Cars!

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On April 13, a special sports car event that targeted young men and their families took place at Modon Lake in Dammam. The event featured more than 25 types of sports cars, motorcycles and many other vehicular wonders. The main goal was to correct some of the common misconceptions regarding sports vehicles and to start providing legal and safe spaces for car enthusiasts in Saudi Arabia.

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7. Ras Tanura Festival

8. Grey Fair, Great Art

A carnival of food, art and games all in one spot. Held March 30 – April 8, this festival brought all kinds of fun for everyone. It was held at the Ras Tanura Corniche and was organized by Gulf Entertainment.

Grey Fair was held at the Pop-Up spot in Algosaibi Village, Khobar, Grey Fair showcased unique and creative collections of art pieces designed by Saudi hands. The event was April 11 – 15 and April 18 – 22.

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EVENTS & HAPPENINGS

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MAY 1 – 4

DRAG & DRIFT Sponsored by Ebrahim Kanoo and powered by Motor City, it is open to the public.

Location: Holiday Inn, Al Khobar

Location: Bahrain International Circuit in Sakhir, Bahrain Web: Tickets available at bahraingp.com

AL HARA EXHIBITION An event for local goods.

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MAY

MAY 3 – 6 MAY 2 – 8

IDEAL HOME The 25th Saudi Int’l Expo

HUNA EXPO Organized by Danah for Exhibitions

Location: Dhahran Expo

Location: Signature Al Khobar Hotel

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MAY 11 - 13 MAY 9 – 11

GULF PROPERTY SHOW Location: Bahrain International Exhibition & Convention Center, Bahrain

TARIQ AL ALI PLAY Tariq Al Ali is known for his sense of humor. Don’t miss out on the play.

Location: Dhahran Expo

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MAY 16 – 18

SAUDI JEWELRY Saudi International Jewelry & Watches Show.

Location: Dhahran Expo

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MAY 18 - 20

MAY 16 – 22

LUXURIOUS EXPO A luxurious collection from the best fashion boutiques in KSA and the gulf.

AL AHSA SHOPPING AND ENTERTAINMENT FESTIVAL The festival offers folk art entertainment, lectures, seminars, competitions and awards.

Location: Al Gosaibi Hotel, Khobar

Location: All over Al Ahsa

MAY 16 – 18

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MAY 25 – 27

HAB AL SAAD GALLERY A All you need to prepare for the wedding season, Ramadan and Eid.

MAY 21 – 23

Location: Seef Hall, Khobar

Location: Dhahran Expo

DERWAZA EXPO For Ramadan essentials and much more.

NEW LOOK EXPO Cosmetics, fashion, jewelry and much more.

Location: Bahrain International Exhibition & Convention Center, Bahrain

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MAY

MAY 29

MAY 30 – JUNE 2

Location: Dhahran Expo

Location: Signature Al Khobar Hotel

RAMADAN SHOPPING FESTIVAL Enjoy the annual festivities!

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LEWAN RAMADAN GALLERY Creative and unique items under one roof.

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MAY 26 – JUNE 24

RAMADAN @ THE DOMAIN Enjoy iftar gatherings at The Domain.

Location: Figs & Olives Level 16, The Domain Hotel & Spa

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COMMUNITY

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HONORING THE MEMORY OF ABDULRAHMAN ALWABEL On April 11, a lovely evening took place in the Culture and Arts Association in Dammam to honor the memory of the late writer Abdulrahman Alwabel.

He is considered to be one of the most influential Saudi writers who contributed greatly in tackling and discussing many of Saudi Arabia’s cultural issues.

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On April 1, the Jasad event took place in Prince Saud bin Nayef park to celebrate World Down Syndrome Day. They hoped to raise awareness of what it is, what it means to have it, and how people with down syndrome can still play a vital role in our lives and communities.

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THE LAUNCH OF NUQOUSH AL SHARQIYA

THE LOSS OF SAAD SPECIALIST HOSPITAL

The High Commission for Development of the Eastern Region and the Eastern Province Council for Social Responsibility launched Nuqoush Sharqiya.

This cultural initiative is all about using art to

connect past heritage with future potential.

Whether it’s through events or even public art installations, Nuqoush aims to be a reflection of the beauty that our fellow Sharqawis can create.

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The loss of Saad Specialist Hospital was a major blow to the medical community in Sharqiya. With the cessation of its operations, it left a massive gap in medical coverage that other

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centers struggle to take on and add to their workload.

Staff had to find new employment and patients had to find new places to get treated.

Kiswa Festival is a major charitable festival that took place March 22 in Bait Altaleb in Dammam. More than 300,000 pieces of clothing and household items were distributed to those in need in Dammam, Khobar, Nabih and Darin areas. Kiswa Festival is considered to be the biggest in the region with charities donating more than SR 10 million.

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COMMUNITY

REFORMING

SAUDI WOMEN’S SPORTS Women’s health takes center stage in Khobar forum.

The forum, which was organized by Prince Sultan bin Abdulaziz Women Development Fund (PSFW), aimed to encourage women sports, raise awareness toward adopting healthy life habits and create more opportunities for physical fitness in Saudi Arabia.

“On this day, we are proud of the achievements of Saudi women in all fields, including sports,” said Hana Alzuhair, Executive Vice President at PSFW. “However, we pay special attention to sports as it’s so important for the wellbeing, health and fitness of women.

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The great impact of this on future generations is unmeasurable.”

The forum included several sessions, the first of which, The Concept of Women’s Health in the Gulf Region, hosted five leading women who are pioneers in the field of sports and fitness from all GCC countries. They discussed the challenges they faced regarding women’s sports

in their countries, how they overcame them and what potential partnerships can be implemented to provide the best possible environment for Saudi women.

The second session, titled International Olympics, included three female champions: Mariam bin Laden, a Saudi swimmer; Luna Al Omair, a Saudi fencer; and Balsam Al Ayoub, a Kuwaiti

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Under the patronage of Princess Reema bint Bandar, Vice President of Women’s Affairs of the General Authority of Sports, the first Women’s Health Forum took place in Khobar March 23-24.

fencer. They discussed previous Saudi participations at the Olympics, the importance of these participations and the impact of this on our societies.

The third session, Investment Opportunities in The Sports and Athletic Fields, was led

by Princess Mashael bint Mohammed, founder of The Empowerment Center; and Sheikha Shamsa Al Maktoum, President of the UAE National Olympic Committee for Women’s Sports. They addressed investment opportunities in the Saudi market, how to encourage investment in this field and how to sustain development.

The final session was a special talk on happiness and positivity that was given

by Sheikha Intisar Alsabah, Chairperson of Al Nuwair Positive Initiative (NPI).

She discussed the effect of sports on people’s attitudes and lives.The second day of the forum comprised of workshops in sports, health, entertainment and nutrition, as well as educational activities for kids and people with disabilities.

The Women’s Health Forum

is of special importance as it marks a major reformation of the Saudi sport world. It marks the beginning of granting licenses and creating femaleonly gyms, when previously women’s gyms only operated unofficially under salon and spa licenses.

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BUSINESS

WHO’S WHO

Business Transformation Murhaf BuKhamseen, a biz whiz in everything from construction to restaurants!

By Hajer Al Alwan

Tell us about yourself.

I am a manager, planner, strategist and businessman.

I graduated from King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals with a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering. I joined my family business in 1992 for three years under our construction department, before I went to the US and earned my MBA with a specialty in finance.

How did you start your business career?

Are you still using your engineering background?

I am, but to a limited extent.

Being an engineer allows me to think in the sense of how engineers think. I don’t let any piece of information pass me without analyzing and scrutinizing it.

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As soon as I came back from the US and agreed with my brothers to overhaul the company. I can proudly say that we took the ready mix concrete company from two small plants to nearly 30 plants within the span of 15 years, becoming one of the leading companies in the business.

What are the services you provide in ETE?

I’m happy and proud to see many young Saudis becoming much more confident and aware of the developing environment around them.

— Murhaf BuKhamseen

Although Eastern Trading & Contracting Establishment (ETE) is mostly concerned with construction, building and engineering, it is still considered to be one of the most diversified construction groups. We provide services in construction and engineering, building materials, real estate, and even investment. Recently we started the cornerstone of our latest sector, food and entertainment, by opening Big Chefs restaurant. We are also preparing for the opening of Operation Falafel.

What are plans for ETE in the near future?

Apart from trying to diversify our sources of income, our goal is to become linear and trim some of the fat we have accumulated over time.

Any challenges you’d like to highlight?

We are in a highly competitive business, and that’s why you really need to adapt to any new market conditions. There were projects of a certain size that required us to work as a group (regardless of department or division) in order to meet the high demands of the project. A big example of that would be the Riyadh Metro project, which is one of the biggest projects in Saudi and the biggest public transportation project in the world at the moment.

Gone are the days when you can find mega projects

everywhere. We can only find projects that are small to medium sized. In order to adapt to this kind of change while being a group of our size, we unfortunately had to face a great decline in manpower. Many of our colleagues at the company were asked to leave even though we treasured their contribution to our growth.

We knew that without being agile and adaptive we wouldn’t be able to sustain our leading market position.

What advice would you like to give to your readers about the journey to success?

Work hard, work hard and work hard. Believe in yourself and keep learning because without education you can’t reach anywhere.The secret to success is the willingness to take risks and learn from our failures. In fact, I think that without failing, we can never really succeed.

Final thoughts?

I think the Saudi youth are working hard to get involved in the business sector. They’re becoming more aware of the fast-evolving and developing environment, and the growth possibilities. The country needs their involvement and the kingdom is supportive of startups, so I encourage the young generation to adapt to a realistic business module and be courageous enough to take a chance with their idea. Chase your dreams.

Web: ete-group.com

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Tell us all about yourself.

I was born and raised in Khobar and attended finishing school in Switzerland where I got to practice French and learn a few things about business. That time was a starting point for me. I had a year off during which I interned in accounting and finance in my father’s factory, before finally attending and graduating from Oxford University.

How did you start your successful journey in the world of business?

A Business Journey From caviar to fashion, Deena Al Faris grows success everywhere.

By Hajer Al Alwan

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It took seven years for the first caviar to be produced, but he got it certified from the Ministry of Agriculture and we eventually started exporting to Russia. At the time, I was running the development and marketing of the business, then eventually I rose to take on the CEO position. Recently I stepped down from running the business while still retaining a spot in the board of directors.

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I have a great father who believes in me and my potential. Around the time of my graduation from university, my father sold his vehicle factory and started a caviar farm with the purpose of tackling a new challenge and bringing something new to the area. After doing a lot of research on it and testing the possibility of running it here, he made it work.

You recently switched into the fashion industry?

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I couldn’t re-invent the wheel in any way when it comes to fashion, but I like to challenge myself. My dream is to see us having academic resources, like a real cut and sew and pattern-making facilities in Saudi one day. With that in mind, I started my own clothing line: Qamrah.

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What is the idea behind Qamrah?

As much as I appreciate the traditional concept of fashion startups here, when I started Qamrah I wanted to create something new. Being one of many other Saudi-working women, I wanted to create a clothing line that provides working women with chic/ easy-to-slip-on wear. Qamrah is named after my mother and means “moon” in Arabic. The moon goes through phases, so I thought it was the perfect name since women go through phases whether on a daily or monthly basis.

What do you attribute your success to?

When I think about the success of Qamrah, I can’t attribute that all to myself without thinking about the

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endless support I get every day from my loving husband.

He believed in me when I had nothing to prove it was going to work.

What advice can you give to Saudi women who are starting up their own business?

I’d like to say to all the women out there that you shouldn’t worry if you failed once or twice, as long as you have your ideas and conviction. As long as you wake up for it every morning, you will get there.

Yes, you’ll face challenges, but it’s all a part of the journey.

Web: qamrah.com

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How’s Your Savings Plan Get your first installment out of the way.

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Whether it’s for living or investment purposes, buying real estate is one of the most important decisions you'll ever make. It is common knowledge that the majority of buyers cannot afford to make a full payment for real estate in a single transaction. Thus, they turn to real estate financing paid in installments between 15 and 30 years.

In this respect, the Saudi Arabian Monetary Agency (SAMA) issued a mandate to lower the cost of the required first installment from 30 percent to 15 percent. This is one of the first steps that SAMA is taking towards alleviating the citizen’s acquisition of real estate financing, which in time aims to directly solve the housing crisis.

Engineer Hattan Tasji, Head of the Real Estate Investments Department at SEDCO Holding Group, said, “Implementing the initiative is in the pipeline and the goal is to approve about 85,000 applicants and finalize their mortgage loans with banks.”

It is necessary to provide a plan that illustrates the desired amount of savings one month at a time.

Here are the six optimal ways to provide the first installment: 1. Save

This step is one of the most difficult steps, yet it’s just as effective. Saving helps avoid loan costs or losses from the sale of some assets. On the other hand, it takes longer than any other alternative.

2. Sell Assets

It might be considered wise to sell high value assets, such as gold, in order to pay for the first installment. This can help avoid debt or the time it would take to save.

3. Give Up Leisure Time

While it may be difficult, giving up leisure investments, such as traveling, is a necessary sacrifice. It would be wise to save the money intended for a vacation and save it for the prospects of owning real estate.

4. Borrow from Friends or Family

The above options are not always easy to achieve. If you find them difficult to apply, borrowing money from friends or family can be an option to pursue. Although it is considered a loan, it is an interest-free loan that does not require fees. It has the benefit of a bank sans the formality.

5. Acquire a Loan from Work

Another option is to acquire a loan from your employing company. The method to repay is through deducting monthly installments over a given period. This option will require you to budget your monhtly expenses. Ensure that you set a proper agreement with your employer in advance so you're protected. The employee loan option benefits both parties; employees are able to manage their expenses, and they stick around and stay more focused on the job.

6. Acquire Personal Financing

Acquiring personal financing to pay for the first installment is considered the least effective in terms of savings. However, personal financing can be important when there are no other opportunities to obtain from the previous steps.

Subsequently, interest and fees will be applied.

The Author: Hattan Tasji Engineer Hattan Tasji is the director of local and international Real Estate Investments at SEDCO Holding Group.

He looks at land/property developments, divestment, income portfolios, asset allocations, and joint ventures.

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S P E C I A L F E AT U R E

THANK GOD IT’S FRIDAY You cannot top Haya’s weekends, ever.

Be fearless; you’ll never know if you never go!

- Haya Al Samari

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By Hajer Al Alwan

Petroleum system analyst in Saudi Aramco by weekday and surfer, hiker and fearless expedition guide by weekend, Haya Al Samari is an outdoor adrenaline junkie extraordinaire.

I’m also a certified advanced diver and part of a running team called Jude.

The fun began when she started taking trips with Hussak, a group that offer exploration trips to hike the outskirts of Oman, Alaska, Mongolia and many more exciting locales.

The first time she went on a trip with the group, it was a life changing experience.

“The whole time, I felt like I was in a movie. I was staggered by the amount of scenery in Oman and I wondered why I haven’t been there before.”

Bewitched by the magic of her previous trip, Al Samari went a second time with the group on a surprise trip where they didn’t know where they were headed. During that trip, she met founder, Ali Husain, for the first time.

- Haya Al Samari

During an eight-day excursion in the Red Sea, diving multiple times a day and swimming with dolphins.

“I was actively helping fellow travelers and Ali noticed how passionate I was, so he challenged me to hike in very risky locations and I beat him every time.” From that

moment, Al Samari became a part of the Hussak team.

“When Ali asked me to join the team, at first I was very reluctant. I felt like I was putting myself ‘out there’ and I was worried about my family's and my manager’s reaction. Still, in the end I made it work!”

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Being in nature is Al Samari’s main motivation and driver with each trip. “I feel strange if a week passes without me going hiking in Oman.

Being in nature makes you addicted to it and it makes you appreciate everything you have.”

Camel ride in Khovd, Mongolia.

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Hussak was volunteering money to collect tracking collars for snow leopards with the help of the organization.

An endangered species, the initiative aimed to study the lives of these animals by tracking them.

“Every weekend in Oman, I meet people from diverse cultures where they’re all just being their bare selves because we all came for the same reason. It takes someone special to go to these trips.”

Being a guide taught Al Samari how to disentangle from everything shallow in life. It allowed her to gain the power of changing people’s lives in a short period of time.

The change she sees in the travelers when they first experience these trips makes her heart flutter every time.

While camping, their team might run out of food, “but when we share a meal, it tastes even better!”

One of her most remarkable trips was when she went to Mongolia during the winter with the World Wildlife Fund.

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Between Wakan and Hadash, Oman.

During a lifechanging winter trip to Mongolia with the World Wildlife Fund

“Mongolia is a culture of people who consciously choose not to expose themselves to modernity,” said Al Samari.

“It’s also got the best scenery you will ever witness!”

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every Saturday, when she got back home and laid in her bed staring at the ceiling, instead of lying in a sleeping bag in the mountains staring at endless starry skies.

You’d think Al Samari would be exhausted and tired each week, coming back from such intensive weekends of adventuring and trekking.

“When I go to work every Sunday, the tired me will just browse the photos of my weekend on my phone and regain all my energy. Every moment is worth it.” mykindofridays

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On the road between Khovd to Munkh, Magnolia.

Along with experts from the organization, Husain, Al Samari and three other members of Hussak spent that trip going out to the wild every morning and coming back at night looking for snow leopards. Enduring many challenges, including temperatures reaching -40 degrees, Haya says it was all worth it whenever they saw a snow leopard in its natural habitat.

A particular highlight of the trip was when they stayed with a Mongolian family to learn about hunting with horses and eagles. “For a week or so, we were living in a very raw environment. We ate and drank in bowls, and had a cow peeking at us in the toilet!”

Being in nature makes you addicted to it and it makes you appreciate everything you have.

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LIFE IS A JOURNEY Meet Sharqiya’s not-so resident nomad, Albara Al Ohali.

Albara Al Ohali is a storyteller on the go, looking at his own life in terms of chapters.

“Each of us has a unique story to tell, writing it as we go along.

The idea that we’re all a copy of each other is something that I hate so much, so I try to defy it by this storytelling metaphor I live by.”

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By Hajer Al Alwan

Al Ohali’s first chapter started with his birth in the US, where he lived for six years before his family moved back to Dhahran.

He earned a degree in software engineering from King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals, and after a year of working with Google in Dubai, he decided to leave everything behind and embark upon a journey of self-discovery. He bought a one-way ticket to Japan with only a backpack and sleeping bag in hand.

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According to his personal story, Al Ohali is now entering Chapter Six, with the previous chapter including his fouryear exploration of Japan.

“I always tell people to try to let go of something by choice. Sometimes we take settlement for granted, whereas somewhere, someone else has lost it and not by choice.”

The only place that I was completely staggered by besides Japan was Sweden. When I got there, it felt like it had been a long time since I’d been to a country where I couldn’t speak a word of their language. It was as if I went back to being a kid and I was completely okay with not understanding everything I saw. I looked at everything as if it were my first time.

— Albara Al Ohali

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Al Ohali’s favorite destination is Hokkaido, Japan. “It’s just so vast and beautiful, and contains numerous elements of nature in one place but still maintains this nifty organized Japan within it.” To him, it felt as if he were outside of Japan but still wasn’t. “The best milk I ever tasted was when I was in Hokkaido.”

friend Abdulrahman Baatheem walked 800 kilometers from Imari to Tokyo in an 18-day trip. “I don’t get to do this type of traveling a lot, but it’s really nice. It’s literally the way our ancestors used to travel. If you do it walking, it’s slower, but it grants you the chance to see and take in everything that you cross paths with on your way.”

Hokkaido happens to be his official first ever adventuretravel trip destination where he went cycling with only a sleeping bag, a tent and just enough to stay fed for 20 days.

A big question on everyone’s mind when they hear his story is how he maintains this lifestyle. “The type of

His most recent adventure trip was Morocco last month, during which he walked 460 kilometers of the Southern Sahara Desert in just six days.

Hardly his first intensive walking trip, during his time in Japan Al Ohali and his

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traveling I do is not luxury, so I always do a lot of research, especially when it comes to big ticket items like flights and accommodation.” To him, these are the two main things that affect your travel budget really dramatically.

“If you just figure out where you’re going to sleep for cheap (or free) and how you’re going to arrive to that destination without spending much, I think you’d have solved around 80 percent of the problem.”

Al Ohali and his companions camp for the night to rest before continuing their voyage into the Southern Sahara Desert.

We asked Al Ohali what he has learned in his travels so far. “If I can sum up what I learned from traveling to one thing, it would be that we’re all humans and we’re all the same in a way. People who haven’t traveled much have this centric view of ‘we’ and ‘everyone else’. When you travel and meet people, you see their lives and how they look at

things and you realize that it’s the same everywhere. I always tell people to go and travel and see the world out there.

It’s good for your heart, mind and soul. Traveling is the best school I’ve had in my life. It taught me a lot, shaped who I am today and made me a better human being.”

Web: albara.me albara

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HAVE CAMERA, WILL TRAVEL

Hesham Al Humaid and Wojhah Expeditions.

By Hajer Al Alwan

When Hesham Al Humaid dropped out of college for a few months, he got bored, bought a camera and started taking photos just to fill the time. Soon, he was obsessed.

Arab travel photography team. In 2012, along with his friends Ahmad Al Saif and Mohammed Al Abdulmohsin, he went to India and pulled off his first photography trip.

In 2011, he was named one of the best 10 national artists in Saudi and went to the UK with a group of artists for two weeks. The trip was organized

by Crossway Foundation, and they were assigned to create something new based on the type of art they were specialized in. Al Humaid came up with an idea: Wojhah Expedition Group, the first

“It was a great exposure to diverse cultures and religious backgrounds,” said Al Humaid.

“At the time, as much as it was rich and enchanting, it was challenging for many reasons.

No one in the area was very keen on travel photography, so when we were looking for people to join us on the first trip, we hardly heard from anyone.”

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After posting the photos online, photographers started pouring in wanting to join up with them.

In 2014, as a way to support Emirati photographers, Wojhah Expeditions worked with Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashed Al Maktoum International Photography Award to have an Emirati member in their team for each trip that year.

It was my dream to see the Buddhist temples in Burma, Myanmar. It’s one of the most beautiful cultures I ever saw.

— Hesham Al Humaid

Now, the group hosts members from all over the Arabian Gulf and has been to Cuba, Nepal, Kenya, Ethiopia, Tanzania, and other countries. Destinations are chosen based on specific criteria, with a rich and unique culture being most important.

and photograph: the Bajau Laut (Sea Gypsies) near Malaysia.

“It was fascinating to see people who were born in the sea, lived their whole lives in it and then died in it as well!

These people rarely set foot on land… It was there that I took one of my most iconic photos.”

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Al Humaid has a day job and keeps photography and managing Wojhah Expeditions as a side hobby. Perhaps one day he’ll give it his entire focus, but for now he’s happy working on specific projects, including a book that he plans to publish soon.

about being content with what you have and finding joy in what’s around you. I witnessed people who, even though they had nothing and could barely afford their dinner at the end of each day, had this sense of peace and contentment that I’d never seen elsewhere.”

“Traveling has taught me to accept any situation I’m in,” said Al Humaid. “Life isn’t about being rich or poor, it’s

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Royal Retreat With the release of the new “Beauty and the Beast” movie, you may be dreaming of living in a castle. While moving into a castle isn’t in the cards for most of us, we can always stay in a castlelike hotel. Here are some of Destination’s top three picks for castle hotels around the globe.

1. This iconic 13th century Ashford Castle sits on the shores of Lough Corrib and offers Irish hospitality on a grand scale.

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2. With over 100 years of history, the Castle Hotel and Spa in Tarrytown, New York, promises to show guests “a different side of New York.”

3. The Thornbury Castle is the only Tudor castle to be open as a hotel in England, with former guests including King Henry VIII, Anne Boleyn and Mary I.

Largest ESPA Spa in the World Opens in Doha

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a heat experience garden and traditional Turkish Hammam.

No Laptop? No Problem!

Passengers flying from Saudi Arabia to the United States and the United Kingdom are affected by the recently imposed electronics ban. Laptops, cameras, gaming devices and tablets such as iPads will have to be in checked luggage.

Here’s how some Middle Eastern Airlines are reacting to the ban:

Etihad Airways is

offering first and business class passengers free WiFi and iPads on all U.S.-bound flights from Abu Dhabi.

Qatar Airways loans complimentary laptops to business class passengers and also collects electronic items at the gate to be securely packed.

Emirates Airline allows passengers to use their electronics at the gate up until boarding time, at which point the airline will securely check those items.

Royal Jordanian used

humor and shared a list of things to do like, “say hello to the person next to you,” and “pretend tray table is a keyboard.”

PACK YOUR OWN WI-FI The Venture Backpack created by This is Ground comes with it's own Wi-Fi and in two sizes that are TSA-approved (regular and

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mini). Regular fits a 15-inch MacBook, and mini fits 13inch. You can buy it via their website for SR 3,656 (regular), and SR 3,468 for mini.

Web: thisisground.com

SPEND THE WEEKEND AT PARK HYATT Vacation amidst enriching experiences with Park Hyatt Jeddah’s exclusive “Weekend Escape” and “Romance at the Park” packages. With the

World of Hyatt, travelers can earn points for the things they enjoy; from stays to dining to indulgent spa experiences. For more info, call them at +966-12-2639666

WEDDINGS

BY THE SEA Say “I do” to celebrating your wedding at Park Hyatt Jeddah and enjoy the benefits from inviting 150 guests or more at Lazurde or Al Sohba ballrooms.

For more info, call them at +966-12-2639618

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WHAT KIND OF TRAVELER ARE YOU? Dream destinations for every type of traveler.

By Caroline Hillier

Looking for something a little less dangerous?

Whitewater Rafting in India India’s Brahmaputra River offers some of the best whitewater rafting in the world.

The river features rapids all the way from level one to more dangerous level five rapids.

Ice Climbing in New Zealand

For icy thrills, New Zealand offers ice climbing on Fox Glacier, one of the few glaciers in the world connected to a rainforest. This exhilarating ice sport requires ice picks but no previous experience is necessary.

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THRILL seeker

Destinations for adventure junkies who love nature.

Extreme Sports in Australia

From cave diving and bungee jumping to zip lining in lush rainforests, the land down under has it all.

Dangerous Animals in South Africa

South Africa offers cage diving with sharks and crocodiles!

For those who would rather meet animals above water, you can take a good oldfashioned elephant safari or ostrich ride.

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Ride a Hot Air Balloon in Turkey

The ancient region of Cappadocia in central Turkey has some of the most fantastic landscapes in the world, and while they’re great from the ground, they’re even better from above!

The hour-long ride will leave you in awe, and the bright blue sky dotted with colorful balloons makes for great photos!

Need for speed?

The Autobahn in Germany is the fastest road in the world. Half of it doesn’t even have a speed limit!

Lollapalooza Grant Park, Chicago

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MUSIC

Aug. 3 – 6

Featuring Chance the Rapper, Wiz Khalifa, Lorde and more. Get your flower crown ready for the outdoor music festival’s 26th year of rock, metal, punk, hip hop and EDM bands.

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2017 music festivals worth traveling for.

Tomorrowland Boom, Belgium July 21 – 23 and July 28 – 30

Featuring David Guetta, Paul van Dyke, Martin Garrix and more. The biggest electronic dance music festival on the planet has expanded this season, and will now open for a second weekend.

Montreux Jazz Festival Montreux, Switzerland

June 30 – July 15

Featuring Lukas Graham, Usher, Tom Jones, The Lumineers and more. The second largest jazz festival in the world, held on the picturesque Lake Geneva shoreline, isn’t only about pure jazz - there’s blues, soul, and rock music too.

Osheaga Montreal, Canada Aug. 4 – 6

Featuring The Weeknd, Lorde, Major Lazer, Alabama Shakes, Solange and more. As if there weren’t enough reasons to visit Montreal, this indie music festival takes place on six different stages with various audience sizes.

Mawazine Rabat, Morocco May 12 - 20

Featuring Nick Jonas, Ellie Goulding, Wiz Khalifa and many more.

Bringing together top-notch names in the Arab, African and international music scene, you’ll be surprised by the diversity of the performers.

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DO-GOOD

CULTURE

Traveling for a cause is something we should all do at least once.

From volunteering at refugee camps to helping countries rebuild after natural disaster, here’s where to look for opportunities.

Top museums, galleries and libraries around the world.

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Helping Refugees in Greece lighthouserelief.org WWOOF (Worldwide Opportunities on Organic Farms) wwoof.org Turtle Teams, Worldwide cccturtle.org Sudan Volunteer Program svp-uk.com Peace Corps, Worldwide peacecorps.gov United Nations Volunteers, Worldwide unv.org Conservation Volunteers, Australia and New Zealand conservationvolunteers. com.au

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Le Louvre, Paris, France Smithsonian Institution Washington, D.C. The Acropolis Museum Athens, Greece The British Museum London, England Thomas Fisher Rare Book Library Toronto, Canada Strahov Library Prague, Czech Republic

Shakespeare and Co. Paris, France

Canada: Poutine Poutine is French fries drenched in brown gravy and cheese curds. It’s better than it sounds.

India: Tandoori Chicken The dish gets its name from both the tandoori masala it’s spiced with and the tandoor, the type of clay oven it’s cooked in. Not a fan of spicy food? Order it mild.

England: Roast Beef & Yorkshire Pudding

Switzerland: Chocolate You can take a chocolate train, tour the Lindt factory and even get a chocolate spa treatment.

Egypt: Molokhia Molokhia leaves are stripped from the stems, then finely minced and cooked with coriander, garlic and stock. The bitter vegetable is usually served with chicken, lamb, fish or even rabbit.

Austria: Wiener Schnitzel One of the national foods of Austria, this dish is thinly slices veal that’s been breaded and pan fried or deep fried.

Thailand: Pad Thai Think you’ve had great pad thai outside of Thailand?

Think again. We can’t promise you won’t eat it every day of your vacation.

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FOODIE Must-try foods from around the globe.

Even if doughy bread is not your thing, you have to try what’s considered the national dish of England.

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FAMILY FUN at Sun Siyam Resorts Transform your luxury experience to rejuvenation and harmony.

Sun Siyam Resorts in the Maldives are the ideal destinations for families, with their endless white powdery beaches, water sports for all ages and special activities for children. The resorts recently unveiled their special holiday packages from now until June 30, and children and teenagers up to 18 years old can stay, play and eat for free.

Olhuveli Beach & Spa Maldives A 45-minute scenic speedboat ride from Malé International Airport takes guests into the holiday mood to enjoy a break on the resort, a private island on the tip of South Malé Atoll.

The resort is offering a threenight stay with breakfast from SR 2,250 (USD 600) for two adults in a Deluxe Room. An upgrade to a Deluxe Water Villa is SR 2,997 (USD 800).

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A three-night stay with breakfast is just SR 2,622 (USD 700) for two adults and accommodates two adults and two children.

You may also like to upgrade to a Reef Water Villa for just SR 3,184 (USD 850).

Sun Aqua Vilu Reef Maldives Families can even choose to stay in their own Beach Villa at the five-star Sun Aqua Vilu Reef, which is accessible by a 35-minute scenic beautiful seaplane ride away from Malé International Airport.

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Sun Aqua Vilu Reef Maldives

While grown-ups can enjoy luxurious spa treatments at the Sun Spa, younger guests can enjoy tennis, beach volley and football, as well as diving, windsurfing, kayaking or water skiing. Families can also enjoy offshore excursions to other Maldivian islands to explore the traditional lifestyle, fishing and boat building.

The Sun Aqua Spa specializes in healing and rejuvenating rituals with pure ingredients that draw on the Earth’s organic goodness. Flower baths, Ayurvedic treatments and aromatherapy massages are guaranteed to relax and revitalize on the tropical island, with its warm breeze and peaceful ambience.

The Sun Siyam Iru Fushi Maldives The Sun Siyam Iru Fushi is the jewel in the Sun Siyam crown. With its lush and expansive tropical vegetation and endless beaches, you’d think you were on the island all by yourselves. The Beach Villa, with a private terrace and direct access to the beach, is just perfect for two adults and two children.

The Spa by Thalgo France has perfected the holistic tradition, blending eastern and western treatments in its 20 secluded pavilions amid peaceful gardens. The resident Ayurvedic doctor guides guests on their own personalized journeys to wellness both during their stay and beyond.

A three-night stay in a Beach Villa is the ultimate luxury island getaway at just SR 3,184 (USD 850). An upgrade to a Deluxe Beach Villa with a private pool is just SR 4,683 (USD 1,250) and a further upgrade to a Water Villa is as little as SR 6,182 (USD 1,650).

The resort is a foodie destination, with 14 restaurants and bars to choose from. From Vietnamese food in Bamboo, to fine French cuisine in Flavours, or a candlelit dinner on the beach in complete

privacy, you’re in for a treat.

The little ones are considered special guests, with a familydedicated swimming pool and the Komas Kidz Club, where children are looked after by fully trained staff, allowing parents to relax knowing their loved ones are in safe hands.

Sun Siyam Resorts cater to families looking for privacy in the comfort of their villa, secluded by foliage and swaying palm trees, while providing rejuvenating spas, exhilarating sports facilities and delicious dining options.

What more does your dream vacation need?

Web: sunsiyam.com

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Saudi Meets Swiss Why it’s the perfect time for Saudis to study hospitality.

By Caroline Hillier

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Abdul Latif Jameel is a first year student at the Swiss Hotel Management School (SHMS).

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Abdul Latif Jameel’s alarm clock wakes him up before 7 a.m. in his dorm room in a castle overlooking Lake Geneva. He gets up, puts on a suit and inspects his appearance before heading to class. With his outfit choice and million-dollar view, Jameel’s experience as a first year college student isn’t a typical one.

Hotel Management School, where Jameel is studying hospitality and management, a field that he says not everyone understands.

“This stereotype exists that hospitality is just serving people or cleaning bedrooms in a hotel, but that’s not true at all. It’s a huge industry with lots of potential around the world,” said Jameel, after just finishing up lunch in the school’s cafeteria.

The stillness and crisp air in the tiny Swiss village of Caux is much different than the busy streets Jameel is used to in Jeddah.

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Less than a year into the program, Jameel has not only

Theatre at SHMS, Caux campus.

learned a tremendous amount about the industry, but also about himself.

“Aside from hospitality, the school teaches you to be a way better human being because of the personal development classes. I’ve seen so many people change from the first week - they’re more strong, confident, courageous, curious, and have a much broader view of the world,” said Jameel.

Jameel isn’t entirely sure where his studies will take him, but he plans on gaining experience in Europe and then eventually working in the Middle East and Saudi Arabia.

Acknowledging Vision 2030, Jameel sees huge potential in hospitality in Saudi Arabia.

Ballroom at SHMS, Caux campus.

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MEE T the SEG Students from the GCC Hatem Ali Al Mutairi Third Year Student Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

“There’s a huge gap in the hospitality industry in Saudi, but the government plans to make this industry bigger.

We can help because we’ve learned a lot here and we can bring back our knowledge to fill in that gap.”

Amina Jaidah

Saleh Abuljadayel

“When the oil is finished, we will rely on tourism in Qatar, so I plan to be part of the industry. Qatar is growing so much, especially for the World Cup that’s coming, so it’s an exciting time.”

“My family has a catering business in Jeddah, so I will learn more about culinary arts in Switzerland and then go back. I also plan to start a French cuisine restaurant in Jeddah.”

Second Year Student Doha, Qatar

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First Year Student Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

THE SEG HAS FIVE SCHOOLS Switzerland is well known as the birthplace of hospitality. It’s that reputable title, plus the breathtaking scenery and diverse culture that lures students to the country.

1. Swiss Hotel Management School Students live and study in a former palace-hotel and learn all aspects of hotel and events management.

2. Culinary Arts Academy With two separate campuses in both the French-speaking and German-speaking part of Switzerland, students focus on French and Italian dishes and can specialize in Swiss pastry or the art of chocolate.

Salman Gasim

Jeddah, Saudi Arabia Alumni, SEG Ambassador for GCC Salman Gasim, the CEO of his own Swiss Hospitality Company, is always looking to give back to Saudi Arabia.

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“Vision 2030 relies on hospitality and tourism. Not to mention the huge number of religious tourism that’s looking to improve. It’s time for us to be professionals in this field, to lead it and make a change.”

Gasim credits SEG’s teaching style, diverse atmosphere and internship opportunities for contributing to his success.

He was recently assigned as the executive director at the Swiss Arab Network and he also joined the Saudi Swiss Business Council as a board member.

Twice a year, SEG holds The International Recruitment Forum which features big names like The Four Seasons, Disney, Hyatt, Ritz and others.

3. César Ritz Colleges Gaining inspiration from César Ritz, the pioneer of luxury hotels, this school is spread across three campuses and focuses on hospitality, tourism, business and entrepreneurial spirit.

4. HIM - Hotel Institute Montreux Students learn Swiss hospitality, along with American business management, and can specialize in finance, marketing, human recourses or luxury business management.

5. IHTTI - School of Hotel Management This boutique style hospitality school offers a focus on interior design. On campus, students spend time in the design studio, and off campus visit various design companies.

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Getaway Experience A quiet holiday retreat in the Emirates.

Fairmont Ajman Our stay at Fairmont Ajman was a memorable experience.

Being situated at the end of the Ajman Corniche gives the Fairmont a spectacular view of the Gulf’s crystal clear water and white sand beaches. Our accommodation was at the spacious junior suite, which was designed with optimum level of comfort and elegance.

The Fairmont echoes luxurious contemporary décor and seamlessly combines style with comfort.

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The hotel offers many services, so we gave into the temptation to try out all of them! The highlight was the pool experience at the Salt & Sea pool bar that offers refreshments while you take a relaxing swim. There’s much to do at the Fairmont: relaxation at the Nine Degree spa and the sunset lounge, socializing at the gourmet shisha lounge called Badr, and indulging in dining experiences that serve flavors from all over the world. Gioia, a classic Italian restaurant, and Dirftwood, a

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Caribbean-inspired restaurant nestled on the beach, had some of the best culinary delights at the Fairmont.

Although Fairmont’s exceptional services made us feel like we didn’t need to leave the resort, we did a bit of city exploring on our second day. We visited the 18th century Ajman National Museum, which is located less than 20 minutes from the hotel.

The museum is one of the main tourist attractions in the city, aside from traditional souks for jewelry, traditional lamps and

carpets. A short distance away is also some of the city’s best shopping malls.

Next, we toured Al Zorah, an impressive residential development that hosts Ajman’s golf course and is connected to 12 kilometeres of pristine sandy beaches, lagoons and a mangrove forest reserve with an undisturbed wildlife sanctuary. The forest ecosystem is host to around 58 species of birds all year round, including flamingos that we were lucky enough to spot among other creatures.

Designated as a conservation area, Al Zorah protects the mangrove forest in and around the creek.

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monochrome design blends well with an Arabian bohemian art vibe, giving the hotel an artistic aura.

The Seabreacher Watersports Center at the resort’s marina offers motorized and nonmotorized water activities for all ages, including diving.

After an exhilarating session of jet boarding and jet skiing, we selected from a range of restaurants for a satisfying culinary retreat. Later in the day we went swimming and enjoyed a massage treatment at the Willow Stream Spa. The Copper Lobster was a great seafood option for dinner, especially as fisherman Ali showed us the fishes caught that same day.

Fairmont Fujairah Beach Resort For the second half of our trip we drove to Fujairah, a trip that took an hour and a half.

Fujairah, one of the youngest of the seven emirates and best known for diving and its fishes, is located along the Gulf of Oman. The drive to Fujairah is a spectacular view of seas of golden and red sands that eventually lead to the terrain of Al Hajar Mountain, which divides the UAE in two.

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The wondrous mountain landscape is of historical importance and it bears testament to the rich Arab heritage of the Emirates; it’s home to castles, forts, watchtowers and one of the oldest mosques in the UAE. After the beautiful drive we arrived at our destination, the art-inspired Fairmont Fujairah Beach Resort. Over 50 works of art from around the world are displayed in the resort, which feels like a world away from the inner city. The simple

Synonymous to luxury, calm and relaxation, the Fairmont experience at Ajman and Fujairah was exactly what it promised.

Fairmont Ajman Location: Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi St. Tel: +971-67015757 Email: ajman@fairmont.com

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HOME IS WHERE THE PALM TREES ARE A pictorial journey of one woman’s heart and home.

By Hajer Al Alwan

I grew up among palm trees and water springs. I played hide and seek around citron and pomegranate trees and grape vines. I made little tent homes under vast lime trees that filled our family farm.

My childhood was awesome.

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I can still feel the fresh earthy air filling my lungs as I played tirelessly around the farms as a little girl. We would run around looking for wild dandelions to blow, or stare deeply into watering pools, mesmerized by froglets as they swam by in the still water.

My parents would tell us stories about gigantic turtles and endless, natural water springs. They’d talk about the times they hunted frogs and rode donkey carriages when they were children, and the nights at their grandfather’s farm where they laid their little tired bodies and let their sleepy eyes shut at the sight of stars in the clear night sky.

Any Hasawi could surely relate to my wistful emotions towards our oasis of a home.

But, for the rest of Sharqiya, I figured I’d try to capture those emotions on camera and show you around the closest place to my heart.

All grown up and busy with the trappings of life, I still try to steal moments when I can go back, sit in our farm with a cup of red tea in hand, and get lost in utter reverie of times past but never forgotten.

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CINEMATOPIA An interview with one of the Saudi Film Festival’s directors.

On March 27, The Saudi Arabia Society for Culture and Arts (SASCA) organized its 4th Saudi Film Festival, hosting it at (and in collaboration with) the King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture in Dhahran for five days.

During the festival, Saad Khedr was honored for his great contributions to the media development and filmmaking industry in the Kingdom.

Additionally, every day the event held beneficial workshops for aspiring filmmakers given by various professionals from all over the globe.

There were four categories of competitions that filmmakers submitted their works into: Narrative Films, Documentary Films, Student Films and Scripts. A diverse group of administrative members and experts from the GCC film industry were invited and assigned to judge the work of the competitors.

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Saad Khedr receiving his award.

During the event, we managed to snag a wonderful and insightful interview with one of the directors involved in the festival, Ali Kalthami.

speaking, I was surprised and impressed; the festival was well thought out and organized.

Since my work is mostly online, I feel quite isolated from the film industry. So, I’m grateful that the festival gave me an opportunity to connect (and re-connect) with many in the industry.

Ali Kalthami / Mohammed Al Doukhi

Kalthami is aSaudi comedian, actor and director. He cofounded C3Films, as well as Telfaz11, a production house with a growing network of YouTube channels that stand millions of subscribers strong, with videos that have been watched over half a billion times. He directed the film “Wasati” which was featured in the festival. The film retells the story of a true event about extremists attacking a theater in Riyadh, addressing it from a different perspective.

What are your thoughts and reflections on the Saudi Film Festival ?

When I came, it wasn’t to judge, but to observe with an open mind and heart. Frankly

What do you think of the quality of the films?

Some of them were very good.

In particular, the filmmakers from Al Ahsa stood out in areas such as storytelling, directing techniques, cinematography and acting.

Even the experimental films were great. The films revealed a lot of potential professional filmmakers bursting with passion and vision.

What’s your main source for content? What ideas do you want tackled?

I always work from within.

I think there are many great stories in Saudi Arabia that have never been told.

Historically, oral storytelling had existed among Saudi tribes and I know a lot of

stories that would be epic narratives. Naturally, there can be limitations on productions and actors, as well as sensitive topics. But, the complications of these oral stories and histories are still relevant in our modern communities.

So, we need to be sensitive to our audience and society.

Saudi Arabia is a relatively new nation and we have to learn more from the past and present in order to tell our stories in the future.

Advice to filmmakers?

You should work nonstop and tirelessly. The first 10 years in this career is the experimental phase. Mistakes are unavoidable, but through them you learn and develop and grow. Most importantly, be willing to hear and adopt new ideas and perspectives during that experimental phase.

Alexander Woodman is an award-winning writer from Los Angeles Press Club. He specializes in public health research and visual culture in Middle East. Currently, he is a faculty member at Prince Mohammad Bin Fahd University in Saudi Arabia.

Email: alexwoodman.ucla@gmail.com

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DIA’S Digital Digest PODCASTS WITH A FICTIONAL TWIST This new wave of fiction podcasts is the modern radio we've been waiting for.

LIMETOWN About: In this fiction’s universe, there was a mass disappearance of more than 300 people at a strange research facility in Limetown, Tennessee. The podcast is the audio recordings of Lia Haddock as she investigates what happened and interviews survivors, all in the hopes of uncovering the truth.There’s only one season and sadly it’s unfinished, plot-wise. Rumors abound of a TV series, but nothing solid yet.

Length: One season (complete) Web: limetownstories.com

THE BLACK TAPES About: An exploration into strange paranormal activities, this follows a journalist’s podcast as she teams up with an infamous skeptic to try and solve or debunk his collection of “unsolved” cases. Think X-Files with the gender roles reversed.

Length: Two seasons and still going Web: theblacktapespodcast.com

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IN GAMING CUSTODY THE LEGEND OF ZELDA Breath of the Wild A New Soul for Hyrule

THE MESSAGE

About: Follow blogger Nicky Tomalin as she covers a group of cryptologists decoding an alien message from outer space. Thanks to the short time commitment, this is an excellent place to start your foray into fiction podcasts.

Length: One season (complete) Web: themessagepodcast.com

The Author:

Ahmad Dialdin Saudi editor, writer and tech/gaming geek. Words are his playthings (also, Legos) and he voraciously consumes digital media. Ahmad also copyedits this magazine.

MASS EFFECT Andromeda The Promise of Golden Worlds Andromeda Diverges from the Milky Way and onto a new galaxy, but it does very little to recapture the essence of its predecessors. It sets up an interesting story but is held back by mediocre dialogue, poor pacing, and choices with no proper impact for almost half of the game. However, the game has an excellent and flexible combat, complemented with great exploration, and a moral choices system that's more diverse than its predecessors' Paragon and Renegade one.

Breath of the Wild marks a radical departure for the series.

It embraces the formula of open world games beautifully, without compromising it's soul or essence, paying homage to the original Zelda on the NES. Exploration is encouraged, as the world is filled with secrets.

It's also packed with smartly designed puzzles, simple yet satisfying combat, and mechanics that complements the exploration in engaging ways. However, the limited stamina and the weapons finite durability felt irritating in the beginning. Dungeons aren't memorable, but the shrines make up for it in unique ways.

Breath of the Wild is bold, beautiful, and great.

It might not be the golden Mass Effect game, but it's still an engaging and fun chapter in the series.

The Author:

Abdulmalik Zubailah Obsessed with stories, storytelling, video games, and music. Host of The Gaming Recess podcast, vocalist of Skeleton Crowd band, and GameDevJeddah Co-Organizer.

Email: zubailah@gmail.com

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ST YLE & BEAUT Y

HRz Concept's New Collection HRz Concept specializes in chic simplicity, designed for modern women seeking comfort and elegance. Their collection consists of pieces (dresses, accessories and much more) from different countries in addition to their own line.

ON OUR SHOPPING LIST...

HRz Concept plans to scale up to a full-fledged concept boutique and have their very own designs sold internationally to spread the region's beautiful culture. Start Ramadan shopping!

Rolex Sea Dweller New and amazing!

SR 40,503

Email: hrzconcept@gmail.com Mob: +966-539383222 hrzconcept

SCENT FOR HIM!

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Our pick of the month definitely has to be Dolce & Gabbana’s Velvet collection.

The collection includes at least 7 fragrances but we couldn’t pick one. They all smell incredible!

Gucci Stylish and cool!

SR 7,125

Christian Dior It’s a must-have, gentlemen.

SR 2,325

OUR PICKS BY AXE STEP 1: STAY DRY

WEBSITE OF THE MONTH

MR PORTER

Who doesn't know Mr Porter?

It's your goto website for luxury designer menswear.

Stay cool in this heat with AXE SIGNATURE. It keeps you and your shirts feeling clean and fresh for longer. blackerz_sa

STEP 2: SMELL GREAT

Cool, funky and trendy out fits. They've got everything, from hoodie s to shoes and more!

Complete your look with AXE BLACK and enjoy the scent for added attraction.

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SHOP FOR RAMADAN! Here are our thobe picks for the holy month.

DAR SHUFOOF

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Thobe SR 1,800 Necklace SR 650

RANA ISMAIL SR 1,450

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KHATAM COLLECTION SR 1,800

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SHELATI SR 1,800

Tel::+973-17341344

MAKEUP ARTIST Farah Qawasmi farahmakeupartistry

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ST YLE & BEAUT Y

VOG SALONS FOR BEAUTY Bringing Parisian elegance to the Kingdom.

They pride themselves on using only high quality products and well trained professional stylists, who do everything they possibly can to make sure every woman gets the new fresh look she’s looking for. The salon has a refined atmosphere to ensure each customer not only has a refreshing experience, but also a relaxing one that takes them far from their everyday concerns and worries.

Their hair services include styling, coloring, L’Oreal and Kerastase treatments, X-tenso straightening, and bridal packages. They also do touch ups with eyebrow shaping, eyelashes, nails and hair extensions, and even makeup. When it comes to makeup, VOG makeup artists go from trendy to natural looks, depending on what the customer wants.

While you shampoo and style your hair, you can enjoy a nice scalp massage that stimulates hair growth and keeps it healthy and vibrant.

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After you’re done, if you’re considering a haircut, VOG salon hair stylists are up to date with all the latest haircuts that will bring out your beauty and glamour! VOG stylists are known for always finding the perfect shade to “color your life.” They consult customers with the utmost personal care in order to reach the perfect looks.

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VOG salons are a franchise from Paris, and their goal is to introduce a different type of elegance to the Middle East.

Sign up for Hair Spa Day and treat yourself to one of their L’Oreal and Kerastase treatments that consist of the finest products for your haircare needs. They have a complete range of products formulated to selectively treat all types of hair: curly-dry, normal-dry, dry-sensitive, and very dry. Whatever your hair type, you will finish your treatment with bright, even and long lasting radiance!

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Brides love the full haircare VOG salon to get all glammed up for their wedding. They have a selection of specialized packages brides can choose from, depending on their preferred looks. Make your day extra unforgettable and worry-free at VOG. RIYADH VOG Qurtoba Tel: +966-11-5114343 Mob: +966-537222873 VOG Ghadeer Tel: +966-11-5108516 Mob: +966-505511970 SHARQIYA VOG Khobar Tel: +966-13-8010449 Mob: +966-552661480

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Editor's Tech Pick: Huawei’s P10 Plus Take note, bloggers, Instagrammers and photography amateurs.

By Sumaiyya Naseem

Portrait photogra phy has neve r been eas ier!

Phones are pretty essential these days, especially because it’s a handy camera in your pocket. With Huawei’s P10 Plus, that smart camera has come out smarter.

Whether you’re an amateur photographer, a blogger or someone who likes documenting their precious moments on Instagram, the Huawei P10 will completely enhance your portrait photography.

Our favorite reasons to love Huawei’s P10: 1. Intelligent 3D

Facial Detection The Huawei P10 Plus boasts an all-new facial recognition

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system that features over 190 detailed nodes and enables quicker, and even more accurate identification.

2. Hybrid Zoom 2x

This new feature lets you focus on specific areas of an image while keeping the sharpness of image quality.

It improves the smoothness, clarity and simplicity of portrait photography.

3. Studio-like Portrait

Enhancements The artistic imaging algorithm in the phone is based on the extensive research of various different face shapes and skin colors. This makes the portrait enhancements more natural.

4. Dynamic Illumination

The auto-sensing algorithm tracks environment lighting changes and automatically adjusts the shooting configuration, allowing you to add an artistic flair to shots.

5. Front Camera Sensor

This feature captures twice the light to improve picture quality in low-light conditions.

6. Highlights

These create dynamic slideshows of your photos based on time, location and shooting mode, making it way easier to sort your photos and pick out the best photos. huaweiarabia

ST YLE & BEAUT Y

CAP AND GOWN, AND TOYS! Toys “R” Us has amazing graduation presents lined up.

Transformers Rescue Bot Headquarters SR 449

Searching for a nice graduation present for a child? Look no further! Here at Toys “R” Us we know that graduating from preschool, kindergarten and elementary school is a monumental milestone. The little ones study hard during their earliest school years so they can get their ABCs right for life, and they deserve lots of love and toys for their wonderful achievements.

This year, let them know how special they are by celebrating with amazing presents from Toys “R” Us! We have the largest collection of the newest toys in Saudi Arabia. All our stores showcase internationally loved brands - Transformers, Lego, Barbie, Hot Wheels, Funko Pop Figures and Dollhouses for Barbie and Disney Princesses. Our fun Toys “R” Us stores now have play areas where your little graduate can explore all our toys before picking what they really like.

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Feber Aston Martin 6V Car SR 1,999

Transformers Optimus Prime SR 319

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ADVERTORIAL

Our new Barbie dolls come with a positive message: gone are the days when Barbie could only be impossibly petite and blond, now you can also find African and Asian Barbies with many different body types across the whole range.

Barbie Fashionista SR 69 for each

Cinderella Castle SR 1,229

Show a little more love with the Disney Princess castles, Wildtrak cars and the Ultimate Hot Wheels Garage. If your child likes to dress up, then gift them a Captain America costume or Belle’s famous princess dress.

Hotwheels Ultimate Garage SR 1,229

There’s something for everyone and our retail prices are the lowest in the Kingdom. Toys “R” Us is the perfect option!

Superhero Costumes Starting from SR 149

Web: toysrus.com.sa

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DINING AROUND TOWN

QAF COFFEE ROASTERS If you can never get enough of being caffeinated, then make time to check out this local and modern coffee roasting house where the coffee-addict in you can be nurtured and satisfied.

This place is the perfect spot to finish up some work or gear up for upcoming finals. You can also get your own locallyroasted beans from their cafe or order it online along with a selection of coffee gear options on their website.

Location: 21st St., Olaya, Khobar Web: qafcoffee.com qafcoffee

PIZZALY IN TOWN Pizza taken to a whole new level!

This Italianbased and internationallythemed pizzeria just opened, and we couldn’t be any happier!

Have you been there yet?

Location: King Salman bin Abdulaziz Rd., Khobar

ZAHR AL ROMMAN'S GRILLED GOODS Whether you’re one of us that believe you can never go wrong with mashawi (grilled food), or you’re looking for the ultimate service in a spacious seating area with great food, then you should definitely put Zahr Al Romman on your list.

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DUBAI’S SALT IS IN KHOBAR!

GET YOUR RAMADAN GIFTS FROM BATEEL Inspired by Arabic heritage, Bateel’s exquisite range of trays, hampers and hand-painted wooden boxes feature luxurious gourmet dates, sweets and savories. Our Ramadan gift inspiration!

Dubai’s popular Salt food truck has finally arrived in Khobar, and we’re thrilled! Perfect burgers in an airy open seating area.

Location: Prince Faisal bin Fahad Rd., Khobar

SN CAFÉ IS OPEN!

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A variety of homemade chili sauces. One hundred percent hot for all you spicy food lovers out there!

The famous SN Café has opened its new branch with the same familiar awesomeness but with even better ambience. With their great variety of options on their menu, they also offer hosting private family/friends parties and celebrations. Their ice cream is something else!

Location: Bashar Ibn Burd St., Olaya, Khobar

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DINING AROUND TOWN

TURKISH DELIGHT

BIG CHEFS, the restaurant for those with big appetites.

By Hajer Al Alwan

We started off with an oldie but a goodie: the Mezze plate – a mixture of hummus, mutabbal, pickles and grilled halloumi. Then we tried the Goji Berry and Avocado salad which really hit the spot with its delightful mix of flavors.

For the main dish, everyone talked up the Yogurt Kebab so we simply had to try it. At face value just layers of bread, kebab, tomato sauce and yogurt, this dish transformed

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into something greater than the sum of its parts and left us delighted and satisfied. And then there was dessert. The best baklava we’ve had. Sweet but not too sweet, you’re invited by the warmth of the pistachio within the juicy flakes and the perfect topping of delicious vanilla ice cream.

Location: Prince Faisal bin Fahd Rd., Khobar Web: bigchefsksa.com bigchefsksa

Timings

Saturday – Wednesday: 8 – 12 a.m.

Thursday – Friday: 8 – 1 a.m.

PRO TIP

You can’t have something this tasty sweet without the tasty bitterness of their excellent Turkish tea.

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Before we get to the meat of the matter, let's give kudos to the ambiance of Big Chefs.

From the hanging lights that look like twinkling fairies in the high ceiling to the beautiful bookcases filled with, well, books, this place is just a lovely spot to dine in.

ROSEWOOD’S ROMANTIC DINNER The kind of evening every couple deserves to share.

When it comes to romantic evenings, Rosewood’s Romantic Dinner is hard to beat. It’s that breathtaking and fulfilling experience that couples all over Jeddah have been waiting for. Situated sky high, at the very top on the hotel’s open-air lounge, the Romantic Dinner is a quiet retreat with an unparalleled and vast view of the city.

After taking the elevator to the Executive Lounge on the 20th floor, we took a quick flight of steps up to the 21st floor and were greeted by the endless sky that danced with colors of the sunset over the busy city.

Petals of fresh fragrant roses were scattered all over our round candlelit table. Once seated, the pleasant waiting staff served us non alcoholic bubbly that we enjoyed with nice, quiet conversation.

As the sky darkened and brought out the stars, we savored the different courses of our dinner with music playing in the background. What’s amazing is that the privacy of the lounge allows couples to relax and enjoy each other’s company without distractions.

Aside from a stunning view and seating, Rosewood’s Romantic Dinner includes a sumptuous set menu of your choice. The cuisine options include Chinese, Japanese, Arabian and Seafood.

Whether you’re celebrating your anniversary, a birthday or any achievement or occasion, a heart-shaped cake of your choice will be prepped to mark the celebration. But that’s not all; you can surprise your other half with a beautiful flower bouquet, which is also provided by Rosewood.

Our romantic Rosewood experience is something we want every couple to share.

Reserve your evening with Rosewood, it’ll be priceless!

Location: Rosewood Jeddah Hotel, Corniche St., Al Shati’ Dist.

Tel: +966-12-2607111 Web: rosewoodhotels.com/Jeddah rwjeddah Rosewood Jeddah

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DINING AROUND TOWN

FOOD TRUCK FEVER Delicious food roams the streets of Sharqiya.

Back in the day, the only “food truck” we’d see around our neighborhood was the ice cream truck (if we were lucky). Now these trucks are all the rage and come bearing all kinds of decadent goodness.

From burgers to waffles, we’ve rounded up a list of our favorite food trucks.

Carnival

Like what its name suggests, Carnival is all about the delicacies you’d find at carnivals, such as waffles, crepes and ice cream. Our personal favorite is their churros. We can’t get enough! carnivaltruck

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Make sure you visit the trucks’ Instagram account to know where they’re usually located.

Code Truck

With Code Truck, you’ll find a selection of sandwiches, burgers and fresh cut fries.

Everyone has been drooling over their mouthwatering grilled cheese and mushroom sandwich. Yum!

COURTESY PHOO/CODE TRUCK

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EAT Truck

With its selection of burgers, fries and shakes, you can think of EAT Truck as your portable diner. Our personal favorite is their classic burger with their special sauce. Filling in the best way possible! eatburgertruck

Rajo Karak We love the combination of Gaimat and Karak

Rajo’s food truck is the new kid on the block and we’re in love with it! Their main attraction is Karak tea, with an array of yummy goodness such as chapatti. rajokarak

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Wabel

What attracted us to the Wabel food truck is their brightlypainted exterior, depicting landmarks from our beloved Sharqiya. Their menu also consists of burgers that get our seal of approval. wabel_sa

Pin Burger

This food truck is one of the first to grace our streets and they’re still going strong.

Their patties are a delight for carnivores, topped with caramelized onions that make us come back for more any chance we get. pinburger

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

12 MONTHS to a Healthier You Add or remove a habit every month.

TOPIC OF THE MONTH:

Detox, the right way!

As part of the 12 Months to a Healthier You campaign, this month is all about detoxing.

We are continuously bombarded with the latest juice detox fads, which usually lack any form of scientific evidence, yet we are still swayed to try them out because of the associated simplicity, and allure of a promised ‘quick-fix’.

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Until there is substantial scientific evidence that juice fasts contribute to better health, we should avoid anything that puts the body through immense strain. Unfortunately, new trends have even taken it a step further by linking detoxing with weight loss.

Keep in mind that any “weight loss” during such fixes (typically for three days)

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By Mai Kholief

DID YOU KNOW Detox towards a healthier you by making small changes that have an everlasting effect.

My favorite ways to detox: • Drink more water.

• Exercise more.

• Eat more greens.

mostly just get rid of water weight, and the weight will just as easily return a few days after the detox is over.

Cleanses are usually low in protein, but we all need a daily supply of protein to build healthy immune cells and muscle recovery.

Consequently, you do not lose fat and you do not become healthier with a juice fast.

Rather than opting for a quick fix, make lifestyle changes that last. Go for natural and organic foods that will reduce the intake amount of processed preservatives. One of the easiest ways to clean out your system and remove toxins is by drinking lemon water. A glass of warm water with lemon in the morning is refreshing and a great Vitamin C boost for the immune system.

• Opt for organic foods when possible.

• Get a good and intense massage.

• Replace sugary drinks with green tea.

• Incorporate superfoods such as quinoa into your meals.

• Cut out refined sugars.

• Eliminate foods with additives and preservatives.

• Go meatless once a week.

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A LIFE OF YOGA Calm your mind, hone your body.

Child’s Pose

Hajer Al Alwan

As we sat down with Marleni both a yoga teacher and student for life - we were mesmerized by her calming positive energy and her passion for the practice of yoga.

“The word Yoga is derived from the Sanskrit root ‘yuj’ meaning to bind, join, attach and yoke, to direct and concentrate one’s attention on, to use and apply. It means the discipline of the intellect, the mind and the emotions, and the will. A poise of the soul which enables one to look at life in all aspects evenly.”

Modern yoga derives from the ancient 6,000-year-old practice of Hatha yoga in India. Hatha is the mother of yoga and it focuses on the structure of alignment in the body parts and feeling the connection of the body and the soul. All other types of yoga fall under it, including vinyasa, ashtanga, bikram and restorative yoga.

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Cow Pose

Downward-Facing Dog

Lunge Pose

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During our chat, Marleni occasionally recalled quotes from the book “Light on Yoga”

by B.K.S. Iyengar, telling us it was her yoga bible.

THE FLOW Child’s Pose (Balasana) • Stretches the lower back.

• Massages and tones the abdominal organs.

• Stimulates digestion.

Cow Pose (Bitilasana) & Cat Pose (Marjaryasana)

• Both poses together warm the body.

• Bring flexibility to the spine.

• Stretch the back, torso and neck.

• Stimulate and strengthen the abdominal organs.

• Open the chest, letting the breathing become slow and deep.

Downward-Facing Dog

(Adho Mukha Svanasana) • Energizes the body.

• Stretches the shoulders, hamstrings, calves, arches and hands.

• Strengthens the arms and legs.

Lunge Pose (Anjaneyasana) • Stretches legs and arms.

• Opens heart and chest area.

• Opens and aligns hips.

Warrior 1 (Virabhadrasana I) • Stretches the chest and lungs, shoulders and neck, belly, groins.

• Strengthens the shoulders and arms, and the muscles of the back.

• Strengthens and stretches the thighs, calves, and ankles.

Warrior 2 (Virabhadrasana II) • Strengthens and stretches the legs and ankles.

• Stretches the groins, chest and lungs, shoulders.

Standing Forward Fold (Uttanasana)

Strengthens knees and thighs while stretches hips, hamstrings, calves (it is safer to practice it with slightly bent knees).

Mountain Pose (Tadasana)

• Improves posture.

• Strengthens thighs, knees and ankles.

• Tones abdomen and buttocks.

Standing Forward Fold

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Benefits of Yoga

Warrior 1

Warrior 2

• Improves memory and focus.

• Increases flexibility.

• Increases muscle strength and tone.

• Improves respiration and energy.

• Increases and maintains healthy metabolism.

• Possible weight loss.

• Reduces levels of stress, anxiety and depression.

• Improves circulatory health.

• Protects from sport related injury.

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

The Rhumba Revolution Dancing your way to a fitter life.

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Rhumba is a physical exercise discipline born out of South America and is currently enjoyed all over the world.

Its popularity stems from its flexible nature, where all the practitioner has to do is enjoy the music and have fun with dancing.

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BENEFITS OF RHUMBA • It has a pain-relieving effect on the nervous system, pumping you full of endorphins that leave you feeling happy and satisfied.

• It alleviates stress and helps you feel more relaxed.

• It increases your energy, making you feel invigorated and ready to take on the world.

Due to the variety of movements in this exercise, it increases your body’s flexibility, tones your muscles and sheds off your fat.

The main difference between Rhumba and many other physical exercise routines is that you don’t need weights or accessories to do it; all you need is a little music, a little creativity and a lot of fun as you bust out those dance moves.

For the best experience, use a room with wood flooring, a decent sound system, and a playlist of your favorite music for an hour.

If you’re a beginner, we advise that you start with basic moves until you achieve better flexibility and increase your cardiovascular and pulmonary strength.

Audrey Rodriguez A health and fitness enthusiast from Colombia, with a background in cosmetology and nutrition. She currently lives in Al Khobar and is a full-time personal trainer.

Email: figuraform@hotmail.com Mob: +966-501469121

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IN BAHRAIN

BUSSING AROUND BAHRAIN Exploring Bahrain on a public bus.

By Ahmed Almulla

This bus is for everyone who wants to explore Bahrain for a day.

Starting early morning from Bahrain International Airport, I rode the bus that takes you to Muharraq Terminal for a 300-fils single ticket. At the terminal, you can get a GoCard that gives you a full-day pass for an additional cost of BHD 1.100.

I took the bus to my first stop, MANAMA SOUQ, and reached there within 12 minutes. I had breakfast at HAJI CAFÉ 82 DESTINATION SHARQIYA MAY 2017

(Gahwa), which a two minute walk away. This place is more than 60 years old and serves all kinds of Bahraini foods; I ordered a traditional eggs and tomato dish along with tea with milk (Chai Haleeb).

This came down to only 800 fils and it was delicious and filling, especially since the dish comes with a couple of complementary Naan breads.

Leaving Haji Café, you can take a walk around the traditional souq market nearby, beginning from the Bahraini landmark, BAB AL BAHRAIN and

Bus Station

Haji's Cafe

going all the way up to Gold City and beyond. This is where you can shop for souvenirs, spices, sweets, electronics and clothing.

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City Center Mall Gate 4

Muharaq Bus Station

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Bahrain is rich with history, so for my next stop I chose to go to KHAMIS MOSQUE, the oldest mosque in Bahrain. To reach there, I took a 20-minute bus ride from City Centre Mall to Manama Bus Station, then switched to another bus that took me to Khamis Mosque in about 20 more minutes.

Khamis Mosque is a heritage site that’s free to explore and I encourage you to soak in its history and culture.

I soon after made my way back to Muharraq Terminal which took a little over half an hour. AL RAYYAN CAFÉ is a nice spot which serves an excellent Machboos Hamour until 5 p.m.

I also recommend checking out HALWA SHOWAITER, a shop that specializes in traditional Bahraini sweets (get a box of mixed delights for BHD 2-3).

I made my final leg back to the airport in 10 minutes. The entire journey was convenient, affordable and, above all else, enjoyable. Highly recommended for all tourists.

Next, I walked to BEIT AL QURAN in Hoora, arriving there

within five minutes. Entry at Beit Al Quran is free of charge but people are encouraged to donate in support of the museum. It hosts some of the most valuable Islamic art collections and Quranic manuscripts that go back for centuries, Next stop on my bus route?

CITY CENTRE MALL. The mall experience is pretty selfexplanatory; cafes and shopping, cinemas and of course restaurants.

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Sloanes Real Estate Brokers Launch Sample Floors at Bayat Plaza

Strategically located in the business hub of the city, Bayat Plaza will provide a unique concept in the heart of Jeddah, combining residential, retail and leisure amenities all at one location on Madina Road.

All-New BMW 5 Series Sedan Makes its Debut in the Kingdom A luminous ode to nature. Nine original creations enhance the Maison’s range in a bloom of graphic flowers, which seem to quiver beneath the wind’s caress.

Google Translate: Much Improved for Arabic The seventh generation of the BMW 5 Series Sedan cuts a sporty, elegant and stylish figure with further enhanced dynamics and an unbeatable line-up of assistance systems. Offers an unmatched degree of connectivity and a new innovative operating system.

Maserati Saudi Arabia and the Top CEO Conference in Jeddah

THE NEW TRANSLATION

The translation is more accurate and easier to understand, as the words and sentences translated between English and Arabic are now using the cuttingedge “neural translation” technology.

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Fast Auto Technic announced its partnership with the Top CEO conference as the event’s official car sponsor. CEOs and other VIPS enjoyed the performance, timeless Italian style, bespoke interiors and the signature sound that Maseratis are renowned for.

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Centro Shaheen Jeddah Jumpstarts Rotana’s Plans

Centro Shaheen Jeddah is Rotana’s seventh Centro property in the region and its third hotel in the Kingdom. It is just the first of five properties scheduled to open in Saudi Arabia by the end of 2017.

Rolls-Royce Short Film Receives Public Premiere

Nissan Safety Shield concept is a suite of technologies that can both alert the driver to danger and intervene in dangerous situations. The 2017 Altima perfectly illustrates how this technology is seamlessly integrated into the everyday functionality of a Nissan product.

The home of Rolls-Royce in Goodwood, West Sussex, is the subject of the second chapter in a series of short films. In the film the world is introduced to Rolls-Royce’s global center of luxury excellence, a place where artisans practice the art of true luxury.

Assila Hotel Spa and the Rocco Forte Spa Philosophy

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Guests can relax and unwind in the elegant surroundings and enjoy the all-encompassing spa philosophy. The Rocco Forte Spas concept has four components to create the perfect blend to suit each guest.

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AMERICAN APPLEBEE’S Prince Turki St., Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8936780

BUFFALO BEST WINGS Buffalo Best Wings offers a variety of delicious flavors and dips.

Prince Faisal bin Fahd Rd., Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8977070

BURRITO LOCO DS Recommends: Chicken Rice Bowl with a side of nachos and salsa.

Prince Faisal bin Fahd Rd., Khobar. • Tel: +966-13-8977070 BUN & PATTY Taste the original burgers. Prince Turkey St., Khobar • Mob: +966-542012320

BURGER NOOK AlRashed Mall,AlRakkah,AlHada, Prince Mohammed Bin Fahad St., AlRayyan • Mob: +966-547688801 BURGERFUEL DS Recommends: MONSTER BURGER! . Fouad Center, Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8986936

BURGER NOOK

Al Rashid Mall. King Saud Branch Rd., Al Hada, Al Khobar • Mob: +966547688801

BRAZILIAN BRASA DE BRAZIL For meat

coma. You’ll even get duck and quail here! • Corniche Rd., Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8814884

CAFE LIWAN Cafe Liwan is a Saudi coffee shop chain that has a unique concept. Al Othiam Mall, Dammam • Tel: +966-13-8815590

ANOOSH COOKIE TIME! .

BATEEL Al Rashid Mall, Khobar

COSTA DS Recommends: Mall of Dhahran,Khobar • Tel: +966-138684071

PIZZA INN King Fahd Rd.,

COFFEE COAST DS Recommends:

PIZZA HUT Stuffed crust all

CHOCOLATES Prince Naif bin Abdulaziz Rd., Dammam • Tel: +966-13-8469803 • Tel: +966-13-865 2702

BOSTANI CHOCOLATE &

GIFTS Bostani has the highest quality of local, reigonal and global products. Prince Faisal bin Fahd Rd., Khobar • Mob: +966-535454749 / +966-555042320 CHOCOLINE Taste and

refinement meet to create an outstanding range of luxury chocolates. Ibn Khaldoon St., Dammam Bansaria Center, Pepsi St., Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8464303 +966-13-8823427

GHANDOUR CHOCOLATE

King Fahd Rd., Dammam • Tel: +96613-8422213

Specialty Coffee Shop & Roastery • Tel: +966-541886055

PAPPA ROTI Try their milk tea!.

Mall of Dhahran

PASTEL CAFÉ Go back in time and enjoy your cup of coffee in an elegant chateaux. Pepsi St., Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8994004 SECOND CUP Second Cup

Cafes are dedicated to providing Canada’s best lattes, gourmet coffee and teas. Amwaj Mall • Tel: +966-13-8407730

TGI FRIDAY’S Prince Turki St.,

JUHAINA CHOCOLATE Prince

Friday. Prince Turki St., Khobar Al Ashriah St., Dammam • Tel: +966-13-8892191/ +966-138892406

PATCHI DS Recommends: Find

FUDDRUCKERS DS

RAMEZ CHOCOLATE THE DS

Recommends: Tumbleweed Burger • Al Rashid Mall, Feras Ibn Al Nadhr St., Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8960334

JOHNNY ROCKETS DS

Recommends: Smokehouse Burger • Al Rashid Mall, Feras Ibn Al Nadhr St., Khobar • Tel: +966-138965500

QUICK BITES Rich Arabic

and International menu with indoor and takeaway options • InterContinental Hotel Al Khobar, Ibn Bassam Alandalusi St., Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8452822

exceptional chocolate at Patchi. • Prince Sultan Rd., Khobar • Tel: +96613-8477743

THE BURGER STOP DS

HOUSE CHOCOLATE SHOP

HARDEE’S Fast-food chain

THE CHOCOLATE SHOP DS

Recommends: Zaid Ibn Alkhattab St., Al Olaya, Khobar • Mob: + 966555831387

COFFEE & TEA SHOPS ACOUSTIC TEA LOUNGE & ART GALLERY DS Recommends: Rose Latte. Prince Faisal bin Fahd St., Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8822760

Recommends: Try the Cheese Explosion • Al Turki Center, 7th St. Northern Khobar, Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8817400 +966-13-8817500

• Tel: +966-13-8409080

WAYBACK BURGERS King

Recommends: Coffee & Chocolate.

King Faisal Rd., Khobar • Tel: +96613-8494040

Salman bin Abdulaziz Rd., Khobar • Mob: +966-542012320

FAST FOOD DOMINO’S PIZZA An American

restaurant chain and international franchise pizza delivery. Al Rakah, Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8588914

STEAKHOUSE The ultimate

destination for steak lovers.

Prince Faisal bin Fahd Rd., Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8938885

ZAFFRON LOUNGE GRelax in an authentic atmosphere with the most delicious dishes and drinks.

Prince Saad St., (7th St.), Dammam • Tel: +966-13-8464648

Recommends: High quality chocolate in Khobar and Bahrain. They cater for all sorts of events. • 22nd St., Khobar • Mob: +966-542022233

DS Recommends: The Chocolate Shop is your local boutique for exotic and luxury chocolates.

Zaid Ibn Alkhattab St., Al Ulaya, Khobar • Mob: +966-555831387

BABA KARAK 28th St., Dammam CACAO SAMPAKA DS

Dammam • Tel: 920001601

the way! Othman Ibn Affan St., Dammam • Tel: 920000910 / +966-13-8411641

FRENCH BOULANGERIE Kempinski

Al Othman Hotel. •Tel +966 13 8294444

FRENCH BAKERY We offer

exceptional quality and aim at satisfying our customer. King Faisal Rd., Khobar •Tel: +966-13-8493934

MADELEINE FRENCH BAKERY & BRASSERIE Try their Nutella

PAUL’S DS Recommends: Try the Salade Fermiere. Mall of Dhahran • Tel: +966-13-8688183

T. SQUARE Elegant lobby lounge of InterContinental Al Khobar serving tea, coffee and tasty pastries • InterContinental, Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8452888

Faisal bin Fahd Rd., Khobar• Tel: +966-13-867 8388

runs the third largest take-out and pizza delivery restaurant chain in the world. Go for the Ranch Pizza!, Amwaj Mall • Tel: +966-13-8912323

French Toast! King Fahd Rd., Al Hizam Al Akhdar, Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8492211

GODIVA DS Recommends: Four words: Strawberries dipped in chocolate. Service Rd., Al Yarmouk, Gosaibi Village, Khobar • Tel: +96613-8815757

PAPA JOHN’S Papa John’s Pizza

STARBUCKS COFFEE Starbucks

CHILI’S Chili’s offers great dishes in a fun atmosphere.Al Mawarid Food Court, Prince Turki St., Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8937242 | +966-138937243

FRIDAY’S In Here, It’s Always

Saudi prides itself on being committed to social responsibility.

Prince Sultan Rd., South Dana, Dhahran • Mob: +966-13-8915328

COFFEE LIBRARY DS Recommends: A coffee shop with many kinds of coffee to relax with.

Othman Ibn Affan St., Al Jamiyin, Dammam• Mob: +966-590773720

delivers the true essence of coffee.

Al Rashid Mall • Tel: +966-13-8891195

Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8892191

MCDONALD’S McDonald’s

serving chicken, big burgers & delicious fries. Prince Turki St. and 19th St., Al Khobar • Tel: 920001213

HUNGRY BUNNY Hungry Bunny

serves comfort food like burgers and wraps. Pepsi St., Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8098227

KFC Don’t miss out on the tastiest and freshest fried chicken at KFC. Corniche, Khobar • Mob: +966-545029249 KONO PIZZA Kono Pizza

makes portable pizza to be eaten anywhere and anytime. Prince Faisal St., (Prince Homoud St.), Khobar

KUDU Sandwiches and more.

• Prince Turki St., North Khobar, Khobar • Tel: 92000 6999

MAESTRO PIZZA DS Recommends: Deluxe and Pepperoni Pizza • King Khalid Rd., Khobar

ROSETTE Enjoy a luxurious night out and dine in luxury at Rosette.

Corniche Rd., Al Khobar • Tel:+96613-8975854 THE CRÊPE CAFÉ The Crêpe Café is a unique and authentic “Crêperie.” Mall of Dhahran • Tel: +966-13-8686317

INTERNATIONAL AL WAHA DoubleTree Hotel, Khobar • Tel: +966 966-13-3311144

AL DIWAN DS Recommends: Kempinski Al Othman Hotel • Tel: +966 13 8294444 BIG CHEFS . Prince faisal bin fahad Rd., Al Khobar • Tel: +966-138023322 CIRCLE CAFE DS Recommends: Try the Mexican Salad!. Al Khobar • Mob: +966-539477711 • Tel: +96613-8977711 PATTIS FRANCE Pattis France

is a wonderful café and breakfast spot. KAl Turki Business Park • Tel: +966-13-8827138

THE BLUE RESTAURANT DS

Recommends: Faisal Al Saud St., • Tel: +966-13-8984999

ICE CREAM FRESH BERRY Exclusive frozen

yogurts and a variety of toppings are at Fresh Berry. Awal St., Al Mazru’iyyah, Dammam • Tel: +966-13-8611675

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not to love at Haagen Dazs but we especially love the Affogato.

Al Rashid Mall Prince Turkei St., Al Yarmouk, Khobar

ABU NAWAS RESTAURANT

ORIENT Savor the true Asian

LINDO DS Recommends: All

BEIT MISK DS Recommends:

ROYAL GULF CHINESE RESTAURANT Royal Gulf

the fruit mochi ice cream flavors.

Behind Carrefuor in Al Rashed Mall, North Khobar, Khobar • Mob: +966561002011

SHAKES Ferrero Rocher Shake!. Al Rashid Mall • Mob: +966-548151501

ITALIAN LA CARAVELLA is an Italian

restaurant that provides an unmet dining experience. Al Rawabi, Khobar • Tel:+966-13-8475770

LA GONDOLA Step into La

Gondola and let the food, service and music whisk you back to Italy.

Prince Musaed St., Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8940913

MANGIAMO RISTORANTE & PIZZERIA Mangiamo Restaurant

offers a variety of mouthwatering Italian dishes. King Faisal Rd., Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8494050 / +966-13-8494060

OLIO Come a nd enjoy delicious

Italian food in relaxing surroundings.

Mall of Dhahran • Tel: +966-138986623 / +966-13-8914886

OLIVETO Oliveto is known for being an authentic Italian taverna. Prince Saad St. Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8988228

PIATTO DS Recommends: Don’t

leave without trying the gelato!. Fouad Center, Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8944842

PIZZARIFIC Our simple, yet

extraordinary pizza will leave you satisfied. Aqrabiyah, Khobar Rakah, Dammam • Tel: +966-13-8871515 / +966-13-8141515

ROLANDO’S PIZZERIA Try

the chicken chili pizza. 22nd St., Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8961213

THE PIZZA COMPANY One of the most popular pizza joints in Dhahran. Mall of Dhahran • Tel: +966-13-8684543 VICOLI LOUNGE DS

Recommends: Luxury Italian and French Lounge. Prince Humud St., Khobar • Mob: +966-564255558

IL VERO DS Recommends:

Kempinski Al Othman Hotel • Tel: +966 13 8294444

MIDDLE EASTERN 3A KEIFAK Al Rashid Mall, Feras Ibn Al Nadhr St., Khobar • Tel: 966-13-8890077

ABU HILAL RESTAURANTS If

you’re craving mas’oob. 20th St., Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8974363

For the best Ruz Bukhari in town.

Prince Majed St., Khobar • Tel: +96613-8952225

cuisine. Prince Turki St., Khobarr • Tel:+966-13-8992525

Try the Beit Misk Salad and grills!

Prince Mohammed bin Fahd Rd., Dammam • Tel: +966-13-8324400

serves you tasty meals within a wonderful ambience. Al Rashid Mall • Tel: +966-13-8949855

CAFE CHIC SOFITEL South

SHRINPY For the shawarma

MUGHAL Corniche Rd., Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8982570 DIP N DIP The brownie crepe is

every chocoholics dream come true!

• Al Rashid Mall, Feras Ibn Al Nadhr St., Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8482999

SURF ‘N’ TURF King Faisal Rd., Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8494001

Cornishe Rd ., - Sofitel • Tel: +966-138817000

addict!. Prince Turki St., Khobar • Tel: +966-543646786 /+966-13-8988887

MALTOOT CAFE Prince Turki St., Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8494001

FAIROUZ GARDEN RESTAURANT Fairouz Garden

TOKYO RESTAURANT HIGASHI Corniche, Khobar 31952

ROYAL GULF CHINESE RESTAURANT Gate 1, Al Rashid

exhumes the taste of the Middle East with great outdoor seating.

King Fahad St., Corniche, Khobar • Tel: 920004102

FAYROUZ Fayrouz serves an

all-day buffet with an option for a sumptuois à-la-carte menu.

Sheraton Hotel, Dammam • Tel: +966-13-8345555

• Tel: +966-13-8814966

VANILLA PATISSERIE 7th

Street, North Khobar, Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8692888

INDIAN BIKKI try all the authentic flavors

MALTOOT CAFE A mix between

of Pakistani and Indian cuisines.

Prince Sultan St., Khobar Al Shamalia, Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8995993

MY LITTLE CAKE Prince Faisal

COPPER CHANDNI Prince Faisal bin Fahad Rd., Khobar • Tel:+966-138877868

the traditional and the modern funky style. King Turki St., la plaza

bin Fahad Rd., South Doha, Dhahran • Tel: +966-538491942

MANOOSHA ALREE Manoosha

Alreef offers great food, great ambience and great prices. Prince Faisal Bin Fahd Rd., Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8813111

RED DRAGON Red Dragon serves authentic chinese cuisine. King Khaled St., Dammam • Mob: +966550680111

MAXIM Prince faisal bin fahad Rd., (pepsi road) • Tel: +966-13-8824742

CAFE CHIC SOFITEL South

Cornishe Rd., Sofitel • Tel: +966-138817000

ASIAN ASAHI The Pan-Asian cuisine with Sushi, Sashimi, Tempuras and more along with a breathtaking view of Dammam. 1st St., Al Mazru’iyyah,Dammam • Tel: +966-13-8345555 AL BANOOSH RESTAURANT Prince Abdulaziz St., • Tel: +966138948955

CAFÉ LIWAN Prince Faisal bin Fahd Rd., Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8871475

FUSHI DS Recommends: Prince Turki St., • Tel: +966-13-8989595 BAMBOO KITCHEN DS Recommends: Bamboo Kitchen serves a great array of Asian dishes. Mall of Dhahran - Gate 10 • Tel: +966-13-8910190 NOODLEZ Try the Singaporean

Noodles!. Mall of Dhahran • Tel: +966-13-3304303 -920006722

MAHARAJA Maharaja by Vineet serves traditional Indian dishes with a contemporary touch Mövenpick Hotel Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8984999 SHEHZADA Try the Karhais and the hot chilly crusted prawns. • Prince Sultan St., Khobar JAR BAKERY Try their oreo pancakes for breakfast • Hafith Ibrahim St., Al Ulaya, Khobar • Mob: +966-13-8482999 LAMLICIOUS • Al Rashid Mall• Tel: +966-13-8681962 / Mob: +966535266966 MANOOSHA ALREEF • Prince Faisal bin Fahd Rd., Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8813111

MANOOSHA ALREEF • Prince Faisal bin Fahd Rd., Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8813111

TOKYO RESTAURANT •

Corniche Rd., Khobar • Tel: +96613-8814966

PAKISTANI BUNDOO KHAN You’ve got to try: Chicken Shish Boti with paratha!. Prince Fawaz St., Khobar Prince Saad / Musaid St., Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8932545 / +966-13-8673443 GHAZI Try their mutton chops!

Prince Fawaz 19th Street, Khobar • Tel: +966-13-896 2266 MUGHAL Mughal is a premium dining restaurant deriving its inspiration from art, history and culture. Corniche Rd., Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8982570

Mall, Feras Ibn Al Nadhr St., Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8949855

PINK BOX Prince Faisal bin Fahad Rd., Khobar • Tel: 920025925

DESSERTS & BAKERIES A CUP OF CAKE This bakery is

specialized in cupcakes and cookie treats. Prince Faisal bin Fahd St., Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8955110

CAKE HOUSE Bakery. King Khalid Rd., Thuqbah, Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8610195 KARAK W KAIK You don’t want to miss this Karak Tea!. Prince Mohammed bin Fahd Branch Rd, Abdullah Fuad, Dammam JAR BAKERY Try their oreo pancakes for breakfast. Al Olaya, Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8810255 LAMLICIOUS Al Rashid Mall, Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8681962 • Mob: +966-535266966 LIWAN CAFÉ Café Liwan is a

well balanced blend of the Middle Eastern and Western concept.

Prince Faisal Bin Fahd Rd., Green Belt, Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8871475

MY LITTLE CAKE SHOP

DS Recommends: Ferrero Rocher Cupcake!. Amwaj Mall, Gate 4 • Mob: +966-538491942

PINK BOX Prince Faisal bin Fahd Rd., Khobar • Tel: 920025925 VANILLA PATISSERIE 7th St., Khobar Al Shumaliya • Tel: +966-13-8692888

BOUTIQUES 6 BLOCKS Chique formal wear

for women including dresses, skirts and kimonos.• Al Gosaibi Village, Al Yarmouk, Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8815665

BRANDS FOR LESS Feras Ibn Al Nadhr St., Al Ulaya, Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8827466 • Web: brandsforless.org BVLGARI Luxury watches and jewelery. Prince Turki St., Albandaryia, Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8981533 • Web: bulgari.com/en-qa

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HUBLOT BOUTIQUE

Al-Shaikh Avenue, King Salman Bin Abdulaziz Rd., Al Yarmouk, Khobar• Tel: +966-13-8021377 • Web: hublot.com

MIMOSA BOUTIQUE

A fashion retail house that carries an extensive range of international high-end and luxury brands.

Prince Turki St., Corniche, Khobar• Tel: +966-13-8815665 • Web: mimosa.com.sa

ROUCHE BOUTIQUE

7th St., Khobar• Tel: +966-138655413 • Web: rocheboutique.com

RUBAIYAT Features the

world’s premiere brands.

Prince Turki St - Khobar • Web: rubaiyat.com

TABZ BOUTIQUE 8th Cross - Prince Mansour St., • Mob: +966557148324 • Web: facebook.com/ tabzboutique

MIDAS FURNITURE

Products and services include home & office furniture retail, design-and-build solutions and interior design consultation.

King Abdullah Rd., • Tel: +966-138950128 • Web: midasfurniture.com

PHOTOGRAPHERS BAYAN AL SADIQ Interested in Commercial, Travel and Children’s photography. Based in Khobar.

• Mob: +966-532445501 • Web: bayanalsadiq.com

MONA REEMA Specialises in

event photography such as henna parties, engagements, milka and baby showers. Dammam-Khobar • Mob: +966-543356917 • Web: monareema.com

HYTHEM ALDAHAM Specializing in wedding photos. Rashid Mall, Khobar • Mob: +966-558003022 • Web: hythemdaham.com

CLINICS

CUSTOM THOBES BALLAN Ballan garments, women clothing and accessories.

King Fahd bin AbdulAziz St., Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8822762 LOMAR Menswear such as thobes, shirts and Ihrams.

Prince Turki St., Khobar • Tel: 920000554 • Web: lomar.sa

FURNITURE ASHLEY HOMESTORES

Operated stores that are passionate about being the best and most affordable.

King Fahd Rd., Qurtoba, Khobar Prince Talal Bin Abdulaziz St., Hufof • Tel: 920002540 •Web: ashleyfurniturehomestore.com

BO CONCEPT Make customised and coordinated design furniture and accessories affordable to the urban-minded customer. Prince Turki St., • Tel: +966-13-8814788 • Web: boconcept.com CITYW Home furniture,

home accessories and rugs.

King Faisal Rd., Ar Rawabi, Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8477066 • Web: almutlaqonline.com

CLOSET WORLD Focus

on customers’ needs, lifestyle and budget to create the organizing solutions they need.

Al Shatie Dst., Dammam Ain Najm St., Hufof • Tel: 920001595 • Web: closetworld.com.sa

IKEA To offer a wide range of

well-designed, functional home furnishing products at low prices.

Prince Faisal Bin Fahd Rd., South Doha, Dhahran • Tel: 920004532 • Web: ikea.com

AL JAZIRA CLINIC A medical

SURGICARE CENTER

General Care Hospital Othman Ibn Affan St., Al Badiyah, Dammam • Tel: +966-13-8467777 Ext. 1610/ • Mob: +966-503896973

GYM & HEALTH CENTERS AL GOSAIBI BODY BUILDING SELF DEFENCE GYM Cross of Gulf Cooperative St & Prince Khaled St., • Tel: +966-13-8576026

AL MOAIBED FITNESS CENTER state-of-the-art equipment for a complete workout and/or for relaxation. Al Qasim Al Khawarizmi St ., Al Rakkah • Tel: + 966-13-8575443 • Web: carltonalmoaibedhotel.com/ nutrition

AREKA FITNESS CLUB

A health and fitness club for the prestigious male members.

Prince AbdulMohsin St., Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8987088

ASTRALIS HEALTHCLUB AND SPA Unique spa combinations

facility that uses state-of-the-art technologies with a prompt & organized level of patient services.

4th St, South Khobar, Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8982022 • Web: aljazirah. com.sa

that are specifically designed to provide its customers with the most popular spa treatments. Saad Hospital, Prince Humud St, Madinat Al Umal, Khobar • Tel: +966-138014433 • Web: astralis-spa.com

ARRAZI CLINIC A group of eminent visionaries aiming to provide world-class, specialized and superior multi-specialty health care at affordable costs. Jeddah St., Al Arifi, Jubail • Tel: +966-133627373 • Web: arraziclinics.com

CHAMPIONS GYM

CUREMED TABSH MEDICAL CENTERS Pediatric Orthopaedic, Spinal Deformity, Arthroplasty & Lower Limb Recon. 6898 Prince Turki St., Khobar • Tel: 920002873 • Web: curemed.net

ELITE SPECIALIST CLINICS

An address of responsibility by a group of best skilled physicians, and surgeons who are experts in their specializations.

Prince Turki St., Khobar• Tel: +96613-8940004 •Web: elite-clinics.net

KHOBAR COOPERATIVE CLINIC Alaqrabiyah, 22nd St.,

Khobar, • Tel: +966-13-8940004 • Web: facebook.com/KCCClinic

MED ART CLINICS One of the most respected plastic surgery clinics. Dhahran Tower, Granada St., Rakah, Khoba • Tel: +966-138650040 • Web: medartclinics.com RAM DENTAL & ORTHODONTIC CLINI

A clinic taking over the responsibility of presenting the best medical services. Khobar / Dammam / Jubail / Qatif / Hufof • Tel: +966-13-8648181 • Web: ramclinics.com

Al Badi - 9th St., Dammam • Tel: +966-13-8351991

DIAMOND BODY BUILDING SPORTS HALL Thuqbah - Khobar

St., • Tel: +966-13-894-3386

FITNESS FIRST One of the

world’s leading health and fitness companies. King Khalid Rd., Khobar • Tel: 8003486377 • Web: fitnessfirst-me.com

FITNESS TIME Provide the best sports and fitness services. Corniche Rd., Dammam • Tel: 8003486377 • Web: fitnesstime.com.sa STUDIO 55 Studio 55 is an

immersive group fitness experience in Saudi Arabia.

Jamaluddin Al Afghani St, Al Ulaya, Khobarr • Tel: 920003131 • Web: fitstudio55.com

HOSPITALS AL MANA GENERAL HOSPITAL A hospital that offers

tertiary care services. Khobar / Jubail / Dammam / Hofuf • Tel: +966-138987000 • Web: almanahospital. com.sa

AL GOSAIBI BODY BUILDING SELF DEFENCE GYM Cross of

Gulf Cooperative St. & Prince Khaled St., Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8576026

AL SADIQ HOSPITAL

Saihat - Abu Musa Alansari St., • Tel: +966-13-8500160

ASTOON HOSPITAL

King Fahad St., Al Qashlah, Dhahran • Tel: +966-13-8591515 • Web: astoonhospitals.com

GAMA HOSPITAL

A team of dedicated and highly trained professionals to make sure you receive the best possible treatment and care. King Fahd Rd., Dammam • Tel: +966-13-8591515 • Web: gamahospital.com

KING FAHAD SPECIALIST HOSPITAL To provide

compassionate quality healthcare, integrated with education and research. Al Muraikbat, Ammar bin Thabit St., Dammam • Tel: +96613-8431111 • Web: kfsh.med.sa/ KFSH_Website/Default.aspx

MAGRABI HOSPITALS & CENTERS

Imam Al Termithy St., Uhud, Dammamm • Tel: +966-13-8180000 • Web: magrabihospitals.com

MATERNITY AND CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL

Specializing in maternity health services. Ali bin Abi Taleb St., Dammam • Tel: +966-13-8426666

MOHAMMED AL DOSSARY HOSPITAL

Committed to provide consistent, high quality and cost effectivehealthcare services. 4th St., Khobar • Tel: +966-13- 8945524 • Web: mdh.com.sa

MOUWASAT HOSPITAL

Using the latest technology and cooperation with international medical systems, to provide healthcare. Imam Al Termithy St., Dammam • Tel: +966-13-8200000 • Web: mouwasat.com

PROCARE RIAYA HOSPITAL Promises to provide comprehensive health care services to its local community.

King Saud Branch Rd., Al Ulaya, Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8955900 • Web: procare.com.sa

SPA & BEAUTY CENTERS DR. LAYLA AL ONAIZI POLYCLINIC Our pursuit in

providing health care services to our visitors to attain the excellence into applying the full concept of quality control and the international accreditation for health. King Fahad Rd., Rakah, Khobar • Tel: +966-138475955 • Web: http://www.alsogair. com/drlaylapolyclinic.html

CRYSTAL SPA Tamimi

Compound, King Fahd Rd., Al Bustan, Khobar • Mob: +966-509041654 • Web: spacrystal.wix.com

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MOVENPICK Discover the utmost in refined comfort and unrivalled service with a personal touch when you book an unforgettable stay.

Al Yarmouk, Khobar • Tel: +966-138984999 • Web: movenpick.com

DAR NAJD SALON King Saud St., Dammam • Tel: +966-13-8322222 • Web: darnajd.com ELITE DERMA CARE Skin, Laser and Anti-aging Center. King Fahad Rd., Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8570100 • Web: elitedermacare.com/?lang=en

PARK INN Offers a vibrant, friendly environment that provides both business and leisure travelers with an affordable hotel experience. Rawabi Dist., Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8100800 •Web: parkinn.com/hotel-alkhobar

JOLIE DAME Jolie dame is a place for relaxing and rest, whatever women need under one roof.• Boulevard, Al Rashid Mall • Tel: 966-13-898-4547 • Web: joliedamesalon.com/ experience of relaxation for hands, feet and nails. Feras Ibn Al Nadhr St., Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8304764 • Web: lalunenailspa.com

RADISSON BLU Offers 74 rooms and suites outfitted with top amenities. Prince Mohammad Bin Fahd Rd., Dammam • Tel: +966-138010080 • Web: radissonblu.com/ en/hotel-dhahran

PEARL SPA The ideal environment

SHERATON A 5-star deluxe

LA LUNE NAIL SPA Test a new

hotel in the Easten Province of Saudi Arabia. Prince Mohammad Bin Fahd Rd., Dammam • Tel: +966-13-8345555 • Web: sheratondammam.com

for wellness and rejuvenation.

Sunset Beach Resort, Sunset Blvd, Al Tahliyah, Khobar • Tel: +966-138902000 • Web: pearlspa.com

PRIMA DONNA Beauty and nail salon. Prince Sultan St., Dhahran • Tel: +966-13-8910444

SOFITEL CORNICHE The modern 5-star luxury hotel gazes over the Arabian Gulf blending French elegance with Saudi spirit.

South Conrniche Rd., Dammam • Tel: +966-13-8817000 • Web: sofitel.com

SHINE SPA Warm atmospheres and welcoming therapists, to help you recharge, relax and have fun while spending your time. Sheraton Dammam Hotel, Prince Mohammed Bin Fahd Rd., Al Mazruiyah, Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8345555 • Web: shinespadammam.com

TULIP INN Recognized as one of the leading hotels in Khobar overlooking the city. Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8825588 • Web: tulipinnalkhobar.com/en

THE SANCTUARY NAIL LOUNGE & SPA A sanctuary

ZARA CONTINENTAL HOTEL

where you can indulge in the serene atmosphere of a modern but softly designed venue. Pepsi Rd., Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8945674

THE NAIL LOUNGE Al Rashid

Mall, Feras Ibn Al Nadhr St., Al Ulaya, Khobar • Tel: +966-13-898 0073

VOG To bring the elegance of

Paris salons to the No. 62 St., Al Ulaya, Khobar• Tel: +966-13-8010449 • Web: vogksa.com

PEST CONTROL MASA PEST CONTROL Offers

effective pest control by strict observance and maintenance os high quality service standards. Bin Saqr St., Ruwais Dist., Jeddah • Tel: 920001330 • Web: masapestcontrol.com.sa

PHARMACIES ADAMA PHARMACY Custodian

of The Two Holy Mosques Rd., Khobar • Tel: +966-13-897 1719

AL-DAWAA Prince Sultan Rd., Khobar • Tel: 920000828 AL NAHDI PHARMACY Abha St., Dhahran • Tel: 8001191198

GNC 16th St., - Khobar • Tel: +96613-8933848

SAUD AL-SALEH PHARMACY Prince Humud St., Al Aqrabiyah • Tel: +966-13-8646229

WHITES PHARMACY Feras

Al Nadhr St., Al Ulaya, Khobar • Tel: 920006648

HOTELS AL GOSAIBI HOTEL Amr bin

CROWNE PLAZA Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Rd., Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8988840 • Web: ihg.com DOUBLETREE Contemporary hotel in Dhahran’s business and commercial district. Al Qashla St., Dhahran • Tel: +966-13-3311144 • Web: doubletree3.hilton.com/en

Murrah St., Khobar • Tel: +966-138822882 • Web: algosaibi-hotel.com

HOLIDAY INN King Faisal St., Khobar /King Saud Rd., Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8671111• Web: ihg.com

ALOFT HOTELS King Saud

INTERCONTINENTAL

Branch Rd., Dhahran • Tel: +966-138164444 • Web: alofthotels.com

BOUDL Provides innovative and unique properties from deluxe hotel apartments to exclusive 5-star hotels and resorts.

Al-Shatea Dist., Sect. Al Ashrea St.with Mohammed bin Fahad St., Dammam • Tel: 920000555 •Web: boudl.com.sa CORAL AL KHOBAR HOTEL

King Abdullah St.,Thuqbah, Khobar • Tel: +966-13-869 6666

Combines 21st-century facilities with impeccable service and Saudi hospitality. Ibn Bassam Alandalusi St., Bandariya, Khobar • Tel: +96613-8452888 • Web: intercontinental. com/icalkhobar

KEMPINSKI AL OTHMAN HOTEL King Saud Rd., Khobar • Tel:

+966-13-82944441• Web: kempinski. com/al-khobar

LE MERIDIEN Prince Turki

St.,Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8969000 • Web: lemeridienalkhobar.com

Providing dedicated, personal service twinned with every facility to make your stay both comfortable and enjoyable. King Saud St., Khobar • Tel: 920004082 • Web: zaracontihotel.com

TRAVEL AGENCIES AL MOJIL TRAVEL AND TOURS One-on-one

customer service provided by vacation experts to deliver the bestexperiences to all the customers. Prince Faisal bin Fahd Rd., Khobar • Tel: +966-13-3303999 • Web: almojil.travel

ALTAYYAR TRAVEL GROUP To provide an integrated travel package of products and services. Bandariyah, Khobar • Tel: 920 012 333 • Web: altayyargroup.com/en

ATLAS TRAVEL Al-Khobar’s leading travel agency. Prince Talal St., Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8333064 • Web: facebook.com/ AtlasTravelKSA ATTAR TRAVEL An expert in the delivery of travel solutions and services. King Saud St., Dammam • Tel: 966-13-8341222 • Web: attartravel.com

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FSN TRAVEL Promoting all

travel and tourism and hospitality services 24/7 King Khalid St., Khobar • Tel: 966-13-85775057 • Web: fsntravel.com

GLOBAL TRAVEL SOLUTIONS Al-Khobar’s leading travel agency Prince Talal St., Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8333064 • Web: facebook.com/AtlasTravelKSA

SAAD TRAVEL To Cater to all travelling needs and requirements for all occasions. King Abdulaziz Boulevard Cross • Tel: +966-138949977 • Web: saadtravel.com

TOUR OPERATORS GOLD COAST

Working in tour operators, providingtravel agents and businessactivities. King Fahd Rd., Rakah Al Janobiyah, Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8574595 • Web: goldcoast.sa

MASAFIE Quest towards

providing services and tourism products of high quality with global progress. Rakah, Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8574595 • Web: goldcoast.sa

RESORTS GOLDEN TULIP DANA BAY

Half Moon Bay, Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8963666 • Web: goldentulipdanabay.com

HOLIDAY INN RESORT HALF MOON BAY Half Moon Bay,

BUDGET Budget provides the flexible leasing program for your long term car rental needs. • Airline Center, Khobar • Dhahran St., Khobar • Moevenpick Hotel, Khobar • Regional Head Office, Dammam, Old Dhahran Airport Road, Al Qashla St., Dammam •1st Street, Dammam, •Tel: 8002440252 / +966-13-8325533 • Web: budgetsaudi.com CAREEM Login to the website or

use our mobile app to order a car.

Web: careem.com

DALEEL RENT A CAR CO. A professional car rental company.

King Abdullah St., Khobar • Tel:+966-13-8945533 EASTERN HAZAR A professional car rental company.

Dammam • Tel: +966-13-8327667 • Web: easternhazar.com HERTZ The easiest way to rent cars. Dhahran St., Khobar • Tel: 920005561 • Web: hertz.com

SAMARA The most reliable transportation provider for limousine, car rental and leasing services, Corniche Rd., Khobar • Tel: 920002854 /+966-13-8871144 • Web: samara.com.sa SIXT RENT A CAR Rent cars at affordable prices. South Corniche Rd., Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8817000 • Web: sixt.com UBER Get a taxi, private car or rideshare from your mobile phone.

Web: uber.com

Khobar. Rakah, Khobar • Tel: +96613-8963333

MÖVENPICK BEACH RESORT AL KHOBAR Half Moon Bay,

Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8492999 • Web: resort.alkhobar@moevenpick.com

PALM BEACH RESORT Half

Moon Bay, Khobar • Tel: + 966-138966633 • Web: palmbeach.sa/en

SUNSET BEACH Sunset Blvd.,

Al Tahliyah, Khobar • Tel: +96613-8902000 • Web: sunset-beach. com.sa

CAR SERVICES AUTO WORLD Auto World

operates in the field of car leasing services. King Faisal Rd., Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8574007 • Web: autoworld.com.sa

AVIS There is no better way of

getting around than renting an Avis car. King Fahd International Airport, King Fahad Rd., Dammam • Tel: +96613-8838790 • Web: avis.com.sa

BEST RENT A CAR

It provides the best car leasing offers. Al Mazruiyah, Dammam • Tel: +966-13-8450800

COMPOUNDS AL DANAH & Al Nada Compounds The fully furnished

villas have a modern design, recreation and sports facilities.

Khobar-Dammam Highway, 10th St. Al Rawabi, Khobar • Mob: +966505880307

AL FERDOUSE VILLAGE

Al Ferdouse Village compound comprise of 65 modernly design units. King Abdulaziz Rd., Jubail • Mob: +966-593822207

AL JUDE VILLAGE For a

unique accomodation facility, head to Al Jude Village. Near Automoto • King Faisal St., Al Sadafah, Al Rakah, Khobar • Tel: +966-13-3641676

AL MOHAMADIA COMPOUND It offers a secure surrounding of luxury units and hospitality facilities. Khobar • Mob: +966-559901027 • Web: almohamadiya.com

BAJRAI GARDEN VILLAGE It provides luxury housing units.

King Abdul Aziz Rd., Teebah Dst., Jubail• Tel: +966-13-3641115 • Web: bajraigardenvillage.com

CANARY VILLAGE Usaid Ibn

Thalaba St., Khobar • Tel: +966-138590895 • Web: canaryvillage.com/

EUROVILLAGE COMPOUND A small village of more than 560 villas with hotel facilities. Prince Sultan Rd., Qurtoba, Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8579780 / +966-138577996 • Web: eurovillagecompound.com

GULF PEARL COMPOUND 2

Offers units that can be furnished or not depending on the tenant.

39 A St., Aziziyah, Khobar • Mob: +966-567530204

JZALA RESEDENTIAL COMPOUND A warm feeling

of home is what makes this compound so special . King Saud Rd., Qurtoba, Khobar • Tel: +966-138588080 • Web: jzala.net

KARAWAN VILLAGE Karawan Compound is a 69 villas compound managed by MAJD real estate company. 1st Street, Al Bustan • Mob: +966-530745499 AL VENTURA VILLAGE Ventura

Village is where hospitality and services meet. King Abdulaziz Rd., Jubail • Tel: +966-13-3641905 /+96613-3640489 • Web: alventura.net

KINDERGARTENS BAMBOO EARLY CHILDHOOD ENRICHMENT CENTER • Mob: +966-541003395 GLOBAL VILLAGE PRESCHOOL A fun and safe

environment for kids to learn and grow. Jasmine Village Compound, Al Quds St., Al Jawharah, Khobar • Mob: +966-590598015 • instagram: gvpreschool

GYMBOREE We provide an

environment where children are free to move, play and explore safely. Al Subeaei Tower Building, Prince Faisal Bin Fahd Rd., Al Hizam Al Akhdar, Khobar • Tel: +966-138873830 • Web: gymboreeclassesksa.com

KIDS & CO.

Ohana provides the best educational environment for children. Eurovillage, Prince Sultan Rd., Qurtoba, Khobar• Tel: +96613-8651156

KFUPM NURSERY & KINDERGARTEN KFUPM,

Dhahran Blvd., Dhahran • Mob: +966-13-8605777

OHANA CENTER

Ohana provides the best educational environment for children. Dhahran Tower, Granada St., Ar Rakah, Khobar • Tel: +966-138651156 • Instagram: tohanaksa

SCHOOLS & INSTITUTES AL FAISALIAH SCHOOL (GIRLS) It encompasses an

international section and an Arabic one. Green Belt, Prince Faisal St., Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8822961 • Web: alfaisaliah.edu.sa

AL HUSSAN INTERNATIONAL

SCHOOL Boys/Girls Schools.

Andalus St., South Rakah, Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8936415 • Web: alhussan.edu.sa/en/default.aspx AL KHOZAMA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL

IThe school has a strength of about 1,200 students and around 125 teaching/non teaching staff. Abdulrazaq Bin Hammam St., North Ar Rakah, Dammam • Tel: +966-13-8475112 • Web: alkhozama.org

BAYAN GARDENS SCHOOL

Students experience a developmentally appropriate program that includes instruction in both Arabic and English. Prince Faisal bin Fahd Rd., Khobar • Tel: +96613-8822645 • Web: bayaan.com

BRITISH INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL BISAK is a selective,

not for profit school with a Board of Governors and close links with the British Embassy. Al Jawharah, Khobar • Tel:+966-13-8825425 • Web: bisak.org

DHAHRAN AHLIYYA SCHOOL DAS is now a dual language school moving towards a more international curriculum. Prince Sultan Rd., South Doha, Dhahran • Tel: +966-13-8919444 (Girls) 966-13-8919222/7094/7374 (Boys) • Web: das.sch.sa

DHAHRAN HIGH SCHOOL

Dhahran High School is the premier college prep high school.

Khobar (Near the US Consulate) • Tel: +966-13-3300555 Ext 2420 • Web: dhs.isg.edu.sa

(ISG) INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL GROUP - DHAHRAN (Near the US Consulate) US Consulate Driveway, Khobar • Tel: +966-13-3300555 Ext 2420

GULF INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL is one Gulf

International School aims at developing students’ personality through excellence in education.

Ahmed Ibn Hanbal St., Qurtoba, Khobar • Tel: +966-13-8598773 • Web: gulfintschool.com

ISG JUBAIL ISG Jubail’s provides an educational experience which celebrates our multicultural community of learners.

6th Rd., Jalmudah, Jubail • Tel: +96613-3417550 • Web: isg-jubail.org

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