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Issue 16, May 2010

Beyond Earth Day

EDITORIAL

The past month the whole world celebrated earth day and year after year we witness the increase of activities and events in Jeddah during this time. No denying activities like these create awareness but sometimes awareness is not enough.

We need to take strong actions towards improving the city and making it a better and healthier place to live in; simple yet firm decisions and actions can make a whole lot of difference such as enforcing and implementing littering laws where organizations and the public will be fined if they fail to comply. Encouraging students to participate in social services by giving them credit hours or extra marks is another way to increase awareness and action. It is also our jobs as world citizens to maintain the well-being of our planet. While it is easy to commit through this important cause through words, what the world needs now is action. Destination Jeddah has tried to make contributions in whatever way possible – our Green Living section provides tips on how going green is can easily become part of your every day life. Through promoting environmentally conscious habits and emphasizing the need for action, I am certain we can all unite in order to ensure that the clean air and lush forests of today will be present in our children’s, and their children’s lives.

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

Every journey begins with a single step – why not take that step today? Get involved in the various environmental campaigns that have sprung up, or start your own. Whatever it takes to turn your awareness of the problem into action towards a solution.

ACCOUNT MANAGERS Noura Ismail Saleem Zeidan

We need to realize that Earth Day is not limited to twenty-fours. Every day is Earth Day, and every day is an opportunity to turn the tides and make a difference. It is our responsibility as ‘trustees of Earth.’

“Let every individual and institution now think and act as a responsible trustee of Earth, seeking choices in ecology, economics and ethics that will provide a sustainable future, eliminate pollution, poverty and violence, awaken the wonder of life and foster peaceful progress in the human adventure.” John McConnell, founder of International Earth Day

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IN THE SPOTLIGHT

Health & Fitness.

3Points Advertising: Changing the face of Saudi marketing.

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EVENTS & HAPPENINGS

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EXPLORE KSA

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Festivals, Exhibitions and Openings.

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FASHION & SHOPPING Louboutin boutique Fatima Abid Downy Lollipop

SPECIAL PLACES

Al-Khaskia Market: A Slice of Old Jeddah

DINING AROUND TOWN Noodles A Taste of Indonesia L’Olivio

TRAVEL TRENDS

FIFA 2010 South Africa

HEALTHY LIVING

To Spa Or Not To Spa: Revitalize Yourself

Wadi Mur.

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

1001 Inventions Gulf film festival The 4th European Film Festival Photography Through the Eyes of Saudi Arabian Women.

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Beach Resorts & Dive Shops Restaurants

Health & Beauty General

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Useful Information Word on the street

What is your worst hospital waiting-room experience?

Readers share their stories from the crowded hospital corridors.

Dareen Halawani My experience is different. I am a medical technologist intern at KAAUH jeddah, and one day while I was waiting for my ride at the main gate of the hospital at the peak of rush hour while EVERY Doctor, intern and student are rushing in & out...there came a little man with his really old veryyy skinny father who couldnt even walk. He fell on the floor and lay there while his poor son was running all over the hospital looking for someone to help. My field has no paitent medical experince and who am I to speak? I was looking at the Doctors & the medical students who were passing by him not even asking what’s wrong..eventually one of the security men saw him and some other men (NOT Doctors) carried him.That was THE MOST SHOKING MOMENT IN MY LIFE...

Naz Ismail I was at the family medicine clinic in

king faisal specialist hospital waiting for my turn and suddenly out of the blue a woman was screaming her water broke in front of me! That was the most most horrible experience. I switched to the IMC after that.

Adil Malaika To me every visit to a local Jeddah hospital is strange and could be considered the worst.

Every time I have the misfortune of visiting either faqih or Erfan I feel as though I am in a cattle market, you only need to sit at the reception to realise this is so. Here’s an example at Erfan.

I had an appointment for an abdomen and pelvic ultra sound. Upon reporting on time for my appointment I was handed a small bottle of water and was told to drink it since my bladder had to be full before the procedure. I asked why on earth did you not specify this on the form when I made the appointment so that I would come with a full bladder! The nurse said oh no baba we have to give you the water when you come for your appointment. I said first I am not your baba and second are you guys fond of keeping patients queuing for hours while they fill their bladders? I refused to wait and asked for another appointment on another day. Another example, my mother who’s 84 had to wait 2 hours for her CT Scan although at the time we were told we would only wait for 15 mins!

Aladdin Mogeem well, the worst thing that happens is when you have a 6:00

pm appointment and you get in at 8:30 pm, and you got in not because they called you .. NO .. because I yelled and I was upset !.. That was’t the only thing, there was no A/C nor TV. Nothing. Just alot of annoying little kids, screaming and wandering and running around the corridors.

It’s kind funny though when you see one of the kids chewing on some plants and another coloring the walls and seats.

Reader’s Feedback Dear Sirs, On page 17 of the April 2010 Issue #15 of DJ, there is an article entitled ARAMCO FAMILY DAY (bottom left).

The article reads: “… Children were also given a chance to use a wheelchair in a simulated course used to demonstrate just how limiting a wheelchair can be if you are confined to one after an accident.”

Now stop and reflect for a minute: “this wheelchair” has actually provided accessibility and mobility to a person that has lost the use of his/her legs. Without “this wheelchair”, a person may be unable to go anywhere independently. Without “this wheelchair”, a person may be isolated from family, friends and society at large.

I think society must realize that “this wheelchair” is not confining but rather liberating to anyone who does not have use of lower limbs. It is an adaptive tool to allow mobility not confinement.

Kindest regards Reem A. Gazzaz

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Dear Dj team, I went to Amore Pizza where i picked up your magazine.

At first i thought maybe it is just a stupid boring magazine but when I sat in my car I started reading it and was amazed if you keep it up like this jeddah will improve better than before.

Thanks , Mohanned Mohammed Abdullah Dawood Dear Reem, Thank you for your feedback, we are always happy to hear our reader’s point of view. As liberating as a wheelchair is for someone who needs it, it is still confining for someone who is blessed with full use of their limbs. And that is what the wheelchair ride was about, trying to bring fully healthy people closer to those in wheelchairs.

I do understand your point of view though, and its a very perceptive and intuitive one. Maybe it is an idea that should be introduced to society and brought to their attention.

Please send to feedback@destinationjeddah.com

Thumbs up to...

NHSR’s Branches Of Mercy Destination

This month we give a big thumbs up to the NSHR for raising awareness about child abuse in the Kingdom.

The “Gosoun Al-Rahma” (Branches of Mercy) campaign was launched on March 30 from the Makkah province branch. The name of the campaign was taken from a nine-year-old girl tortured by her father and stepmother in 2006. The campaign is aimed at the Arab World at large since child abuse is not limited to the Kingdom alone. We at DJ want to congratulate the NSHR for fulfilling its role and working to spread awareness about the problem which affects the entire world. Child abuse is especially problematic here with up to 188 cases of child abuse reported over six months according to an Arab News report this month. Statistics state that 72 percent of abuse cases are by parents while 10 percent were by siblings. Strangers account for an additional nine percent and domestic workers about two percent.

Thumbs down to...

Waiting in hospitals:

The point of booking an appointment with your doctor is to save time. For both of you.

At a time when we all have busy lives, we book appointments and show up on time to ensure that no one’s time is wasted. Right?

Wrong. It seems that many hospitals in jeddah think of your time as valueless, and consistently make patients who have booked apointments sometimes a month in advance, who show up on the dot, wait for several hours befor seeing their doctor. not fifteen minutes, not half an hour. HOURS. Five hours isnt unheard of. Why is that? we’d like to know. Is whoever is booking the doctor’s shedule so inefficient that such a backlog happens? Or does the doctor not show up on time? Is the time allocated for each appointment unrealistic? Do they all have “emergincies”? Do they let in walkin patients without appointments? if so, what’s the point of making one? we might as well all just go when we want to, since the wait can’t get any worse.

Jeddah’s RTM:

Ginger (Recommendation of The Month)

In the spirit of being more fit both in mind and body we wanted to recommend Ginger this month. That’s right. The same root that’s related to cardamom and galangal. Throughout history ginger has had medicinal uses ranging from curing indigestion to disguising the taste of sour medicines. Tea brewed from ginger is a popular European folk remedy against colds, while in China a scrambled “ginger egg” dish was allegedly affective against coughs.

Recent research on rats has shown it may have beneficial properties in treating diabetes.

According to online data, Ginger can be used to treat things like arthritis pain and is effective as a blood thinning agent in cholesterol and heart disease treatments. It can even help treat against a certain form of diarrhea which is the leading cause of infant death in developing countries. So chop up some ginger in a dish this month and see the difference if you’ve got a bad cold or joint inflammation.

POLL OF THE MONTH Q: How often do you go for a check-up??

a- Annually.

19 b-only if required by work/school.

21 c- can’t remember the last time i went/only when I’m feeling sick.

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Next Month’s Question: Q: Who are you rooting for in the World Cup?

send the answer to feedback@destinationjeddah. com or go to the Destination Jeddah Magazine group on facebook.

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Useful Information

City&

Country

Fact Sheet

Name: Kingdom of Saudi Arabia - KSA Capital: Riyadh Head of State: King Abdullah bin Abdul Aziz Al-Saud Crown Prince: Prince Sultan bin Abdul Aziz Al-Saud Population: 28.7 million (72% Saudi, 27% foreign) Population Growth: 3.39% (approx. 3% per year) (55% are under the age of 20) Area: 2,149,640 sq. km Major Cities: Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam.

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

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

Major Arabic Newspapers: Al-Watan , Al Hayat, Al-Iqtisadiya, Al-Madinah Major English Newspapers: Saudi Gazette, Arab News Important Dates: National Day: 23rd September Ramadan (The Holy Month of Fasting): August 11 - September 9 2010 Eid Al-Fitr (The Feast of Breakfast / End of Ramadan): September 10 -12 2010 Eid Al-Adha (The Feast of Sacrifice): November 16 - 19 2009 Calendar: The Hijri lunar calendar is the traditional measure of time and the Gregorian calendar is used as well in business. (1430/2009) Time Zone: UTC+3 6

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

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

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

Premium Satellite Providers: Showtime Arabia: Premium Arabic and Western Entertainment. www.showtimearabia.com Orbit: Premium Arabic and Western Entertainment. www.orbit.net ART: Premium Arabic, Western, and Asian Entertainment www.artonline.tv Major Sport: The most popular national sport in Saudi Arabia is Football (Soccer). The two main football clubs in Jeddah are Ittihad and Ahli.

Electricity: 110v and 220v.

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

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

Emergencies : Information/ Maintenance:

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

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

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Illustrations by Maha AlKhalawi

Useful Information Settling In

Health & Fitness

By Sobia Javed

With a multitude of restaurants, take-aways, cafes and other eating out places in Jeddah (as attested time and time again by Destination Jeddah), it’s too easy for your weight to creep up as you indulge your taste buds in these various delights. Even the most health-conscious person can fall prey to the fantastic tastes of the world found in Jeddah’s restaurants.

A balanced diet and regular exercise are key in maintaining a healthy body and mind.

Health experts recommend a minimum of 30 minutes of exercise a day. Although it sounds like a lot, once you incorporate a few changes into your daily routine, you’ll find that you can easily exceed this guideline, while having fun at the same time!

Exercise The most obvious way to get fit is to join

a gym. Ranging from the basic boxing type gyms (think Rocky) to the more plush Gold’s Gym, Jeddah has something to suit everyone. In comparison to the West, prices are fairly steep, but the benefits of regular workouts will soon pay off.

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Swimming is another great way to get your heart pumping, but since it is a low impact sport, your joints will be protected. Some gyms have swimming pools but it’s a good idea to visit the gym and check out the facilities before sealing the deal. It might turn out that your bathtub at home is bigger than their swimming pool, or it’s not as clean as it looked in their brochure!

If none of the above appeal to you, or you simply don’t have the time to dedicate exclusively to exercise, then why not make small changes to your daily routine?

FastFitness

If the gym is not your thing, then why not invest in some exercise equipment, so that you can exercise from the comfort of your own home. Running is one of the most effective cardiovascular exercises around, and a vigorous 30-minute jog can burn an impressive 350 calories (offsetting the cream donut or two you might have indulged in during the day!) A treadmill will set you back on average around SR1500, and can be purchased from U-Mark, or any other good sports shop.

For the more adventurous, try horse riding.

Not only will does it work out every muscle in your body, but you’ll learn a new skill at the same time!

• Take the stairs as opposed to the lift at all opportunities • Set your alarm clock 10 minutes earlier than your usual waking up time, and follow a quick exercise routine. Even stomach exercises can be done whilst you’re still in bed!

• Park your car at the farthest point away from the mall and walk • Kindly refuse the help of the bag packers at the supermarket, and pack your own groceries.

If you have ever been for a drive in the evening, you might have come across groups of people out for walks, in the most random places.

You’ll find all kinds of people out – young and old alike. There aren’t many designated walking areas in Jeddah, so people tend to go walking on the pavements.

It’s a great way to start your regimen, it’s free and there’s no membership required! You’ll also notice street sellers selling random items on route, which can also include those treats that you’re not supposed to have, so be careful!

Don’t forget to take your water bottle as the

temperature is still around 30 degrees in the evening and the sweat will start pouring early on. Keep your eyes on the ground surfaces, as they will always be changing from concrete pavements to missing slabs and random manhole covers raised out of the ground. It’s not recommended that women go alone so try to take along a companion. Oh, and finally there are taxis circling the route looking for tired people, don’t be drawn in by thinking that sitting in the taxi and telling him to do 10 laps will burn off the donuts and ice cream you had on the way down!

Diet No one likes the dreaded d-word (diet, that

Eating out

is), but there are small changes you can make, which will result in big changes to your health

Eating in • Use olive oil as opposed to vegetable oil in cooking • Get lean cuts of meat from the supermarket • Cut down on carbohydrates, especially in the evenings • Lose the mayonnaise and butter!

• Switch carbonated drinks to water. If you find this difficult, then try fruit squash • Invest in a smoothie maker and blend together ripe fruits for a delicious way to incorporate fruits into your diet • Make breakfast your largest meal of the day, have a medium sized lunch, and a small dinner

• In Jeddah, most fast food restaurants tend to supersize your meals automatically.

Make it a point to state that you want a regular sized meal. Even better, forego the high sugary fizzy drinks, and request a bottle of water to wash your meal down with instead.

• As more and more restaurants are catering for the health conscious, they are providing customers with more options.

Always opt for the grilled version of your meal.

• Substitute fries for mashed potatoes.

• You don’t need to order a starter, main and dessert. Just choose two, so either a main and a dessert, or a starter and a main.

You could even just have a starter and a dessert.

These are just a few suggestions to get you started on your new health regime. By making a few slight changes to your everyday routine, you can really make a difference to your health. Go on, give it a go. You owe it to yourself – and your body will thank you for it for years to come!

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In The

Spotlight

High on the Wanted Saudi Agency list

3Points Advertising

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While most agencies in the Kingdom emulate Western marketing concepts, 3Points prides itself on utilizing inspirations from the Arab market

The Saudi 3Points Advertising Agency’s slogan is “Local wits for advertising wins.”

And win they have. 3Points has been named in the top 100 fastest growing companies in the Kingdom for two consecutive years and recently won the prestigious AD Spot Award for a campaign designed for Abdul Latif Jameel Community Services Programs.

The agency has also received recognition for its work from the Cannes Lion International Advertising Festival.

concepts and themes, 3Points prides itself on utilizing inspirations derived completely from the Arab market. According to the agency’s website, “The advertising scene was lacking the Khaleeji (GCC) identity and specifically the Saudi one. There was so much room for improvement…there was an opportunity. We grabbed that opportunity and succeeded increating an agency with a true competitive edge.”

Since it’s inception in 1998, 3Points has been approaching the world of marketing and advertising in a whole new way.

Focusing on campaigns and ads that are relevant to the community, the agency is run by Saudis and attempts to hire as many talented locals as possible to maintain that connection to what inspires the Saudi people.

3Points’ award-winning campaign focused on social rights and the community and large, emphasizing an anti-corruption message. Designed for the ‘Earn A Halal Living’ campaign launched by Abdul Latif Jameel, has garnered significant local and international attention. But 3Points is no stranger to the big name client – they count such heavy hitters in the business world as Saudi Telecom and Kingdom Holdings.

While most advertising agencies in the Kingdom emulate Western marketing

The 3Points Advertising Agency operates branches in Jeddah, Riyadh, and Dubai.

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Events & Happenings

CIATÉ BEAUTY BOUTIQUE AT TEATRO MALL Ciaté Beauty Boutique recently opened at Teatro Mall to the delight of nail-care lovers everywhere. The luxurious nail bar also features facial and body treatments and massages for spa princesses in Jeddah. The decadent opening offered canapés and sweets inspired by the Ciaté product line fragrances and offered avid customers free treatments as part of the launch. Offering such luxurious treatments as the Gold Mask, Royal Jelly Facial Treatment, the Ciaté Beauty Boutique uses all of their own product lines as well as performing their own special treatments. Ciaté is a favorite of Jennifer Lopez, Victoria Beckham, and Paris Hilton and is sure to make waves in the Jeddah salon scene.

Photo by Michael Bou Nacklie

‫افتتح م�ؤخر ًا �صالون �سياتي للجمال يف تياترو مول لي�سعد ع�شاق جتميل الأظافر و‬ .‫حيث قدّم عالجات لب�شرة و ج�سم املر�أة يف جدة‬.‫الب�شرة‬

LITTLE JOE MCLERRAN QUARTET: At the American Consulate on April 7, the Little Joe Mclerran Quartet performed a wide range of blues and jazz classics to a crowd of over 100 men and women. The four man band was on tour in the Middle East and stopped for a few days in Jeddah for their very first concert in the Kingdom. The tour is part of the Rhythm Road series organized by the U.S. Department of State dedicated to showcasing AFIA: MOTHERLY LOVE Afia recently launched the “Express your love for your mother” campaign in Red Sea Mall in Jeddah to spread aware and appreciation for our maternal figures. Spearheading the campaign was the website www.afiamother. com, which urges readers to express their appreciation for the mothers and describe their experiences. Director of Afia, Amin Sultan, explained further, “We have set this aside this campaign as an expression of the importance of love and respect and appreciation parents and in particular, the mother.”

“America’s unique contribution to the world of music and to promote cross-cultural understanding and exchange among nations worldwide,” reads the Rhythm Road Web Site.

‫�أجنزت اللجنة الرباعية ليتل جو يف القن�صلية االمريكية جمموعة‬ ‫من‬١٠٠ ‫وا�سعة من البلوز واجلاز الكال�سيكية �أمام ح�شد �أكرث من‬ ‫ قامت الفرقة املكونة من �أربعة رجال بجولة يف‬.‫الرجال والن�ساء‬ ‫ وتوقفت لب�ضعة �أيام يف مدينة جدة لأول حفل‬،‫ال�شرق الأو�سط‬ .‫مو�سيقي لهم يف اململكة‬

‫احتفل منتج زيت عافية بفعالية «عرب عن حبك لأمك» يف الرد�سي مول لن�شر التوعية برب وحمبة الوالدين وعلى وجه اخل�صو�ص حمبة‬ .‫ وقد ح�ضر املنا�سبة العديد من ال�شخ�صيات الإجتماعية والإعالميني وجمموعة من امل�شاهري‬،‫الأم‬

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New Openings in Jeddah

JAMEEL SQUARE

It would be difficult not to notice one of the latest additions to Jeddah’s growing skyline; the strikingly elegant Jameel Square on Tahlia St. has been turning heads since construction began in 2006.

Called one of the most modern office buildings in Jeddah, Jameel Square is a project of Hadia Abdul Latif Jameel Co. Ltd. Leasing began in 2009 and the new tenants of Jameel Square more than live up to the elegant building.

Among the tenants are Mont Blanc, Van Cleef & Arpels, and Audemars Piguet.

The Jameel Square website describes the building as “designed to incorporate the traditional elegance with the comforts, efficiency, and IT connectivity that modern technology provides”. Jameel Square offers leasing for retail and office spaces and covers a total of 8,000 sqm.

First Boots In Ksa Opens

Jeddah was the first to get a taste of the UK Boots franchise which opened up on March 29 in Mall of Arabia.

In an official statement from Boots, Managing Director of Boots International, Gordon Farquhar said the expansion was part of the overall strategy to make Boots a truly international brand. The UK brand has branches in Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar and the UAE.

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SAUDI ARAMCO: CHILDREN WITH DOWN’S SYNDROME IN JEDDAH Saudi Aramco recently organized an event to coincide with the International Day for Down’s Syndrome. Held at the Corniche in Jeddah, the event provided the day’s entertainment for more than 300 special-needs children. The program included children’s entertainment, awareness lectures and health-related guidance and tips

for those caring for children with special needs.

Western Region Director of Saudi Aramco, Nabil Bin Ahmad Baeshen, “We are working through Saudi Aramco to permanently establish programs and initiatives that cover community needs and issues that we believe need attention.”

One of the aims of the event was to educate the public on ways to integrate special needs children with their healthy counterparts.

‫ وقد ت�ضمن هذا‬،‫ طفل‬300 ‫نظمت �أرامكو ال�سعودية برناجم ًا توعوي ًا وترفيهي ًا لأطفال (متالزمة داون) يف مركز ت�شيكي ت�شيز مب�شاركة‬ .‫الربنامج جانب ًا كبري ًا من الرتفيه لدمج الأطفال الذين لديهم متالزمة داون يف املجتمع‬

SAMBA - GIVING BACK TO THE COMMUNITY SAMBA recently held it’s ‘Talent Meeting’ event in order to promote its campaign of social responsibility in the greater community. A celebration of Saudi talents in all of their forms, more than 30 Saudi women participated in the event, showcasing their passion drawing, painting, photography, cooking, jewelry design and even T-shirt

design. The event was also supported by other Saudi companies such as Chocoline, Tala, Ahmed Mohammed Saleh Baeshen, Vi Kids, Al-Raya Company, Elegant Home, Fakieh Hospitality and Leisure Group, and Nail Art. SAMBA explained the goal of the event was to highlight the contributions of talented Saudi females to the community through their art and expression.

‫ امر�أة‬٣٠ ‫ حيث �شارك يف االحتفال �أكرث من‬،‫لقاء للإبداع من �أجل تعزيز حملتها امل�س�ؤولية االجتماعية يف املجتمع‬ ‫عقد �سامبا م�ؤخر ًا حدث‬ .‫ وت�صميم املجوهرات‬، ‫ فن الطبخ‬،‫ ت�صوير فوتوغرايف‬،‫ حيث مت عر�ض لوحات فنية‬،‫�سعودية من املواهب ال�سعودية يف كافة �أ�شكالها‬ 14 DESTINATION JEDDAH

LIPTON: CLEAR GREEN COLD TEA LAUNCHES HEALTH AWARENESS SEMINARS As part of it’s Clear Green Cold Tea, Lipton is hosting a series of health awareness seminars throughout the Kingdom in order to promote vitality and wellness in the female lifestyle.

Pairing up with clinical psychologist and yoga and wellness instructor Nouf Marwaai, Lipton is hosting the seminars in Jeddah and will be linking them to the benefits of green tea, most notably the contained antioxidants and refreshing effect of drinking a chilled beverage. Nouf Marwaai is the Director of Chinese-Indian Medicine Center in Jeddah and the founder of Yoga Alliance Gulf. Currently available in three flavors: Mint Lemon, Mixed Berries and Honey Lemon, Lipton Clear Green Tea, Lipton’s convenient packaging will be sure to appeal to the person on the go.

‫ مع الأخ�صائية النف�سية نوف لإطالق �سل�سلة من احللقات‬،‫كجزء من التنمية امل�ستمرة والتفاعل مع اجلمهور؛ تعاون ليبتون �أخ�ضر وا�ضح‬ .‫الدرا�سية للتوعية ال�صحية للمر�أة يف اململكة‬ DALEEL RENT A CAR OPENS 18TH BRANCH: Daleel Rent a Car opened its 18th branch in the Kingdom, on Hera’a St. The company, a subsidiary of Aayan Saudi Leasing Company, plans on opening three additional branches by year end. Salim Bilfaqih, Assistant General Manager of Daleel, said “The opening of our new branches coincides with the development and expansion of our fleet of vehicles, where more than 90% of our fleet will be ،‫ يف اململكة يف �شارع حراء‬١٨‫ افتتح دليل لت�أجري ال�سيارات الفرع الـ‬of 2010 and soon 2011 models, it includes ‫ حيث �سيتم االعالن عن‬،‫ وهي �شركة تابعة ل�شركة �أعيان للإجارة‬all categories of vehicles including small, .‫ افتتاح ثالثة فروع �إ�ضافية بحلول نهاية العام‬medium and luxury cars, as well as mid-sized and large buses.”

JEDDAH IN OUR EYES: On April 14, Jeddah was treated to the contemporary photography exhibition, entitled ‘Jeddah In Our Eyes’. The exhibition was inaugurated by noted Saudi photographer Khalid Khidr, a fixture in the Saudi photography community for over 40 years. The exhibition took place at the Mazar Showroom in Jeddah and consisted of over 50 works expressed through photography and paint and was attended by both press and notable individuals in Jeddah’s photography and art circles.

‫افتتح الفنان الفوتوغرايف خالد خ�ضر املعر�ض الفوتوغرايف‬ ‫الت�شكيلي الأول (جـدة يف عيوننـا) ب�صالة مـزار حتت �إ�شراف‬ ‫�أتولييه (فـن) بح�ضور عدد من املهتمني بهذا اجلانب الفني وعدد‬ ‫) لوحة مابني �صورة فوتوغرافية‬54(‫ �ضم املعر�ض‬, ‫من الإعالميني‬ .‫ولوحة ت�شكيلية للخط العربي بتقنية الألفية الثالثة‬ DESTINATION JEDDAH 15

May 2010

Mark Your Calendar May 2 Lecture on “the black swan theory” Professor Nassim Nicholas Taleb, author of the best seller ‘the black swan’ will give an exclusive lecture on his book in Jeddah, at 11 am.

Venue: Jeddah International Exhibition & Convention Center.

May 2 - 5 May Saudi Healthcare 2010 Exhibition/Symposium will offer the latest news of the Arab medical industry. Among fields covered are international medicine, health insurance, dentistry, pharmacy, and labware.

Venue: Jeddah International Exhibition & Convention Centre http://www.eventseye.com/fairs/f-saudi-healthcare-5837-1.html http://www.tradeshowalerts.com/citywise/jeddah/index.html

May 3 - 6 Furnidex Arabia

An International exhibition for furniture, furnishings & decor. This event is designed as a marketing tool for offering business opportunities to those involved in commercial and residential furniture, decor and interior design industry.

Venue: Jeddah Centre for Forums & Events http://www.biztradeshows.com/saudiarabia/jeddah/ http://www.acexpos.com/calendar/calendar.php?year=2010

May 15 - 18 Saudi Wellbeing-Saudi Hospital

The 3rd International event of products, equipment and services for health, fitness & wellness. Products like complementary and alternative medicine, cosmetic surgery, dental care, diabetes & obesity treatment will be targeting medical professionals and health and beauty consultants.

Venue: Jeddah Centre for Forums & Events.

May 16 - 19 Propac Arabia 2010

An event dedicated to packaging materials & devices, packaging machines & equipment, packaging systems, ready-made packagings, measuring tools and devices, material handling, handling machines & equipment, material handling systems, warehousing devices, machines & equipment, storing systems, transportation, shipping etc.

Venue: Jeddah International Exhibition & Convention Centre http://www.tradeshowalerts.com/citywise/jeddah/index.html / Tel: +966-2-654 6384

May 25 - May 26 Dorothy Boyer Fine Art Open House Featuring the new ‘Small Works’ Collection the DBFA Print Collection and Available Works from 10am - 4pm, Venue: location details & further information contact: Susie Zaidan Representative for Dorothy Boyer Email: arabianaccents@yahoo.com

May 29 - May 30 Young Female Entrepreneurs 2010 Brought to you by the Effat Business Students Association (EBSA) at Effat University, the YFE is an event celebrating and promoting female entrepreneurship in the Kingdom. This two day event will consist of a competition for the best entrepreneurial idea presented and a bazaar where all participants can showcase their goods or services.

Venue: Effat University. To participate or more information, Email: lkalsaud@effatuniversity.edu.sa

May 31 - June 2 ‘Mughal Delights’

A themed mélange of custom fabric art ranging from Mughal to vintage, an ethnic blend with an eclectic touch, is a solo art exhibition created by Jeddah based artist April Tosch. The Mughal Court Boutique, which is part of the exhibition, will offer a truly immersive experience.

Venue: Park Hyatt Jeddah - Andalusia Restaurant Email: arabianaccents@yahoo.com

May 31 - June 2 Sponsorship Opportunities

Venue: Jeddah Hitlon. www.seatrade-saudiarabia.com/forms/sponsorship_Doc.pdf 16 DESTINATION JEDDAH

2010 ‫ ﻳﻮﻧﻴﻮ‬10-9

9-10 JUNE 2010 ‫ﻫﻞ ﺗﺪﻳﺮﻳﻦ ﻣﺸﺮوع )ﻃﺒﺦ ﻣﻨﺰﻟﻲ(؟‬ ‫إذا ﻛﻨﺖ ذات ﻣﻮﻫﺒﺔ ﻋﺎﻟﻴﺔ ﻓﻲ اﻟﻄﺒﺦ و ﺗﺪﻳﺮﻳﻦ ﻣﺸﺮوﻋ� ﻣﻦ ﻣﻨﺰﻟﻚ ﻓﻬﺬة ﻓﺮﺻﺔ ﻣﺜﺎﻟﻴﺔ‬ ‫ﻟ�ﻋﻼن ﻋﻦ ﻃﺒﺨﺎﺗﻚ و ﺟﺬب زﺑﻮﻧﺎت ﺟﺪد أو اﻟﺘﻌﺮف ﻋﻠﻰ ﻓﺮص ﺟﺪﻳﺪة ﻣﻦ ﺧﻼل اﺷﺘﺮاﻛﻚ‬ ‫ﻓﻲ ﻣﻬﺮﺟﺎن اﻟﻤﺄﻛﻮﻻت اﻟﻤﻨﺰﻟﻴﺔ واﻟﺬي ﻳﻌﺪ ا�ول ﻣﻦ ﻧﻮﻋﻪ ﻓﻲ ﺟﺪة و اﻟﺤﺼﻮل ﻋﻠﻰ‬ ‫ﺻﻔﺤﺘﻚ اﻟﺨﺎﺻﺔ ﻓﻲ اﻟﻜﺘﺎب اﻟﺘﺎﺑﻊ ﻟﻪ و اﻟﺬي ﺳﻴﻜﻮن ﺑﻤﺜﺎﺑﺔ دﻟﻴﻞ ﻟﺠﻤﻴﻊ ﻣﺸﺎرﻳﻊ اﻟﻄﺒﺦ‬ .‫اﻟﻤﺪارة ﻣﻦ اﻟﻤﻨﺎزل ﻓﻲ ﻣﺪﻳﻨﺔ ﺟﺪة‬ .‫ﻓﺈذا ﻛﻨﺖ ﻓﻨﺎﻧﺔ ﻓﻲ ﻋﻤﻠﻚ ﺑﺎدري ﺑﺎﻟﺘﺴﺠﻴﻞ ﻓﻲ ﻣﻮﻗﻌﻨﺎ أو اﻻﺗﺼﺎل ﺑﺎﻟﺮﻗﻢ اﻟﻤﺴﺠﻞ أدﻧﺎه‬

DO YOU RUN A HOME-BASED CATERING BUSINESS? Then this is your chance to give your business the exposure it needs, make new clients and meet people that can help you. You will also get your own page in our special Home-Catering Guide book.

The Home Made 1st Annual Food Festival is the first of its kind, especially designed to bring together all the home-based catering businesses in Jeddah, and give them the support and attention they deserve.

To participate in the Festival or the Book, register at our website

www.fainak.com/foodfestival Contact info: tel: 0553384149 email:foodfestival@fainak.com website:www.fainak.com/foodfestival

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Explore KSA

Wadi Mur

By Turki Shoaib

The main valley that empties into Wadi Rabigh, the canyon-like Wadi Mur is an alternative to visiting the more popular and easily accessible, Wadi Rabigh. The valley crosses from the coastal town of Rabigh all the way to the Madinah highway, with many accessible Wadi tributaries, culminating at the surprisingly lush Wadi AlKhadrah in the east.

Historically the area was a part of the Higrah Trail and maintains the ruins of farming communities and old forts along its narrow gorges.

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Photo by Turki Shoaib

Interesting areas deep in the Wadi are harder to reach and require some serious off-roading, but have the advantage of being more secluded, giving you more privacy for camping and hiking. One of our favorite areas, which is easy to get to, is a smaller valley near the village of Mugainah. The

wadi is quite narrow with steep, gorge-like walls and smooth river stones. In past years the valley was popular for its small pools of water and concentrated areas of dense vegetation near small springs, but with the recent development of the Rabigh Dam, the area has been transformed into something DESTINATION JEDDAH 19

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quite unique. In the rainy season, a lake forms behind the dam creating a green oasis of abundant plant and insect life. Dragonflies are everywhere. Flowers are in bloom.

Fields of seasonal grasses dot the landscape.

The area is quite impressive and is perfect for a day trip or some camping.

To reach the valley, heading north towards Yanbu, take the Petro Rabigh Exit (927) towards the right. Continuing straight, the paved road will climb to the top of the gorge overlooking the main stretch of Wadi Rabigh. There is an interesting stopping place on this road that provides an incredible view of the valley to your left, right before the road descends to the valley.

The entrance to the Wadi is through a small tributary wadi at the point where the road climbs a slope of reinforced concrete at 22°48.745N - 39°26.447E, past the Village of Tamayah. Follow the tributary to the left until you reach the lake. The trail can be confusing as many well-used tracks lead off towards the village of Mugainah. At 22°48.985N - 39°25.332E you will see the remains of a fort and canals of a possible water system. Continuing down the wadi you will reach the lake before Rabigh Dam, which could possibly be dry in the summer months. To access the other side of the lake, hike over the ridge to your right towards the north. Alternatively you can access this part of the wadi via a very difficult track over the ridge and through the wadi near the town of Mugainah at 22°50.767N - 39°26.912E. As with any trip to a Wadi in Saudi Arabia, beware of sudden flash flooding and always camp in elevated sites on the sides of the Wadi.

‫ كما هو‬،‫وادي املر هو الوادي الرئي�سي الذي ي�صب يف وادي رابغ‬ ،‫بديل لزيارة �أكرث الأماكن �شعبية وميكن الو�صول �إليها ب�سهولة‬ ‫حيث يعرب الوادي من مدينة رابغ ال�ساحلية على طول الطريق‬ ‫ تعترب املنطقة جزءا من طريق‬،‫ تاريخيا‬.‫اىل طريق املدينة املنورة‬ ‫الهجرة و حتافظ على �أنقا�ض املجتمعات الزراعية واحل�صون‬ .‫القدمية على طول الوديان ال�ضيقة‬ DESTINATION JEDDAH 21

Arts &

Entertainment Book

1001Inventions:

Bringing Islamic know-how to light

By Sobia Javed

The dark ages: What were they exactly? We all remember studying them at some point in school but what many people don’t remember is that the Dark Ages were. While Europe and most of Asia lay in ruins after the collapse of the Roman Empire, the Islamic world flourished through a golden age of discovery and development.

From the 7th century, up until the 17th century, Muslims achieved great things in the name of Science. Did you know that Muslim scholars were the first to build gliders and public hospitals as well as many other things we take for granted today.

All this is brought to light by 1001 inventions – a collective effort on the part of historians to uncover the truth.

A book was launched in 2006, and an exhibition followed which was widely toured in the UK. What started as a UK touring exhibition proved so popular, and attracted such critical acclaim, that there is currently an interactive exhibition at the World famous Science Museum in London, UK. There’s also a film entitled “1001 inventions and the Library of Secrets” which can be viewed on the website 22 DESTINATION JEDDAH

Here at Destination Jeddah, we have delved through this book, and we bring you our top five favourite inventions 1: Al-Zahrawi’s surgical instruments Al-Zahrawi was a 10th-century surgeon who practised in Cordoba. His work was hugely significant in Europe and many of his instruments are still in use today. Examples include the syringe, forceps and the bone saw. So, next time you go to the hospital, keep a lookout for history in action!

2: Al-Idrisi’s world map An Andalusian cartographer (map maker) by the name of Al-Idrisi created one of the most advanced and elaborate maps of his time in 1154. Travelers used this map for several centuries as it contained detailed descriptions of the Christian north as well as the Islamic world, Africa and the Far East.

3: The Camera Obscure Ibn al Haytham was one of the greatest scientists of the 10th century. He made many contributions to the field of optics, and he was the pioneer in explaining how vision works! Using the Chinese invention of the pinhole camera (Camera Obscure), Ibn al Haytham was able to explain how light travels in straight lines from the object to form an inverted image on the retina.

4: Ibn Firnas’ flying contraption Next time you board a flight on Saudi Airlines, spare a thought for Abbas Ibn Firnas. He was a renowned 9th century inventor. At the age of 65, he built a basic hang glider and launched himself from the side of a mountain! They really must have been relaxed about health and safety laws then! Some accounts claim that his attempt at controlled flight resulted in him remaining airborne for several minutes...until he landed badly and hurt his back.

5: The Elephant Clock This is one of the greatest engineering feats accomplished by the Muslims. Al Jazari, a prominent Arab inventor of the 13th century created a water clock. The timing mechanism incorporates a water filled bucket hidden inside a model of an elephant. In addition to the technological achievements of the clock, it also presented the concept of multi-culturalism. The elephant represents the Indian and African cultures, decorated with Chinese dragons, a Greek water mechanism and an Arab turban.

The exhibition has proven so popular, that plans to tour it around the world are well under way. Let’s hope that Jeddah gets to witness this in the near future.....

For further information, check out the website: http://www.1001inventions.com/

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Arts &

Gulf film festival

Entertainment Film

shows Saudi movies

In April, 24 films about Saudi Arabia were shown all with varying themes about the Kingdom and the Gulf at large from April 12-14.

Reem S. Al-Bayyat’s ‘Doll’ deals with the theme of child marriages or the story of an Iraqi shoemaker who attempts to return to his life after being wrongfully detained by coalition forces in Iraq for two years; the movies cover a wide range of topics and themes. Best of all the festival is highlighting Saudi talent in a field not often recognized back in their own country. Child’s Pain by Waleed Matari which narrates the events surrounding a child dealing with the disillusion of her family, when the only person close to her goes missing. The reaction of foreign passengers to a suitcase owned by an Arab man are recorded to portray the stereotypes that exist in the West in Mohammed Al Tamimi’s The Bag. A tribute to the late poet Nizar Qabbani, Yearning of a Poet, portrays Qabbani in the present and his nostalgia of the past in a short film by Tareq Aldakheel, stated the festivals press statement.

Anggi Makki’s Raksa Motaghameda (Frozen Dance) is the inspiring story of a young man who trains to win a marathon so that he can cure his ill father. In a touching portrayal of children, Mousa Thunayan’s Al Asfour Al Azrak (Blue Bird) depicts the determined struggle of a handicapped boy who has been separated from his wheelchair. A family man risks his life by jumping from the tallest wall in the world to provide his ill daughter with medication, in Jasim Ali Oqaili’s Ta’er Al Faneek (The Phoenix Bird). La Yujad Siwa Bakaya Dajaj Makli Fi Al Salaja (There is only Leftovers of Fried Chicken in the Fridge) by Nawaf Almhanna gives us an insight into how the course of our lives can change in a few minutes.

Submissions in the ‘Lights’ segment from Saudi Arabia include Thieab Al Dossary’s animated short film, Tayeb Altalif (Harmony

by Distress) which explores the attitudes about prejudice and segregation and the symbolism that surrounds the many shades of discrimination. Director Abdulmuhsin Almutairi narrates the story of a woman and the problems she has with her brother as a result of various family matters in AlKenaa (The Mask). A man comes to life after his burial when one of his killers leaves the door open in Jari Tajmeel (Loading) directed by Hanna Saleh Al Fassi.

For more information : Gulffilmfest.com

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4

The

th

European Film Festival Jeddah 2010 By Mary Ann Shubaily

Italian Consulate Cultural Center Monday, April 26th Movie:

The Postman 1994

Entering the Italian Consulate we noticed people from many different countries and cultures sharing this beautiful night in Jeddah together. We were all there to celebrate this year’s 4th European Film Festival. The award winning film called, The Postman, would be starting shortly and everyone was making their way to their seats. A young boy in a plaid Tommy Hilfiger shirt walked around with trays of refreshments for the audience which added such a unique, personal touch to the evening. Although the night air contained very little breeze, someone with foresight had stationed fans to make us all feel a little more comfortable.

The beginning scenes included fishermen casting nets on the still waters of this tiny island from very old fishing boats. The father of Mario admits to his son during dinner one night that his life of fishing is not for everyone and that he should consider some other type of employment. Meanwhile, Chilean, Pablo Neruda, a famous poet, has been exiled to this island much to the happiness of its inhabitants.

As seen on the news, however, the homes of the island don’t look very comfortable nor are they what one would expect for someone so wealthy and successful.

However, we are drawn to love and enjoy the very simple life in this quaint little town by the end of the film. Mario gets a job delivering the mail to Pablo; and over time, the two of them drum up a unique bond where they

share their love of poetry and life. Mario falls in love and begs Pablo for help in winning the woman of his dreams. He somehow softens Pablo’s character and finds the help he needs to continue onto the next stage of his life. The Postman is an entertaining film that pulls at the strings of humanity and the humility in all of us. The film, The Postman, reaffirms the fact that some of the best things in life are free to those that open their eyes.

Following the film, the audience was invited to enjoy an Italian Buffet of spicy Penna Arabiatta, Lasagna, fried vegetables, and Bruschetta. This wonderful dinner event was followed by chocolate cake and a refreshing slice of their very heavenly Italian Tiramisu. A beautiful evening in Jeddah was had by all.

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The book is a collective work of images created by 30 Saudi women photographers.

The first exhibition held on April 11 to 13, 2010 in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia the Main Hall of Elegant Homes. The majority of attendees were mixed between Saudi ministers, business men and women and young women who had come to support Ms. Abdelrazek and the other women photographers. Furthermore, Khaled Almaeena, editor in chief of Arab News, opened the ceremony where Dr. Suhair Al-Quraishi, the Dean of Dar Al-Hekma College, was also present.

By Ms. Rania A. Razek

Photo by Michael Bou Nacklie Photo by Michael Bou Nacklie

Photo by Yousef Kurashi

Photo by Yousef Kurashi

“Photography Through the Eyes of Saudi Arabian Women.”

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Rania Abdulrazek, a Saudi Arabian Photographer has launched a book called “Photography Through the Eyes of Saudi Arabian Women.”

“Photography Through the Eyes of Saudi Arabian Women.” Exhibit is a collection of Saudi Women Professionals and Amateurs photographs. The aim of the book and Exhibition is to help promote positive images of Saudi Arabian Women to the West and within our Kingdom through photography. It is important to show progress and give encouragement to other Saudi women into achieving their goals throughout the world. This exhibit will create another bridge of communication “artistically” between the West and East.

The book, printed in English, and composed of 148 pages, took over two years in the making. It contains 115 images and is divided into the following five chapters: Vision of life, portraiture, abstractions, Saudi Arabian culture and photo art.

The exhibition was sponsored by Saudi Oger LTD and Elegant Home.

The launching of “Photography Through the Eyes of Saudi Arabian Women.” and the exhibit were a success of their kind.

“Through the eyes of Saudi Arabian Women.”

(Happy Feet) by Moudy Al Saud

(Glamourous) by Rania Jamjoom

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(Family Business) by Deema Merdad

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(Taif) by Chadeer Attallah

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(Reflection) by Rania Abdelrazek

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Bookstores

Libraries

Fun & Recreation

Museums & Art Venues

Arts & Entertainment

Directory Bookstores Al-Fanous Bookstores Tel: +966-2-6553897 Al-Khair Bookstores Tel: +966-2-6936318 Al-Maktaba Stores Tel: +966-2-6713143 Al-Obeikan Bookstore Tel: +966-2-6927018 / 920020209 Dar Al-Mareekh Bookstore Tel: +966-2-6524682 Jarir Bookstore Sari Street Tel: +966-2-6827666 Prince Sultan Street Tel: +966-2-4202050 Little Book Roshana Center Tel: +966-2-2634817 Stars Avenue Tel: +966-2-2754689 Madina Bookstores Tel: +966-2-6659045 Mamoun Bookstores Tel: +966-2-6446614 Mansour Bookstores Tel: +966-2-6985376 Tihama Bookstore Tel: +966-2-6444444 Rawaea Al-Maktabat Tel: +966-2-6827730 Virgin Tel: +966-2-2635084 Libraries CBA Library Tel: +966-2- 6900671

Dar Abdul-Qasim Tel: +966 2-6714793 Effat Library Tel: +966-2-6364300 Jeddah Public Library Tel: +966 2-6363920 Mirza Library Tel: +966-2-6726773 My Library Tel: +966-2-2631709 Fun & Recreation Al-Hokair Tel: +966-2-6836666 Al-Shallal Theme Park Tel: +966-2-6063993 Bowling City Tel: +966-2-6690800 Bowling World Tel: +966-2-6744545 Chucky Cheese’s Tel: +966-2-6062608 Color Me Mine Coral Mall Tel: +966-2-6640710 Funtime Pizza Tel: +966-2-6555992 Ice Land Tel: +966-2-6626666 IN10SO Tel: +966-2-2844992 Jungle Land Tel: +966-2-2881111 Kid’s Castle Tel: +966-2-6988000 Moon Toon Tel: +966-2-2844855 Oceanica Tel: +966-2-2150723 Smart Kid (Al-Hokair) Tel: +966-2-4202370

Sparks Tel: +966-2-6162144 Stationery Fantasies Tel: +966-2-6827730 Museums & Art Venues Al-Alamia Gallery Tel: +966-2-6635107 www.alalamiagallery.com Art Frame Trading Est. Macarona st.

Tel: +966-2-6722339 Al-Tayebat International City Museum for Sciences & Knowledge Al-Jazeerah st.

Tel: +966-5-03601376 Darat Safeya Binzagr Tel: +966-2- 6571030 www.daratsb.com Ebdaa Gallery Center Tel: +966-2- 2154480 www.ebdaagallery.com Jeddah Atelier Tel: +966-2-6640710 Jeddah Gallery of fine arts Tel: +966-2-6640710 Mansoojat Foundation www.mansoojat.org

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

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Fashion & Shopping

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Louboutin comes to Jeddah The most recent addition to Khayat Center’s luxurious designer stores was none other than famed shoe designer, Christian Louboutin.

The beautifully designed shoes with the distinctive red soles have been a fixture in the fashion world and in every shoelover’s fantasy since the Louboutin first opened his boutique in Paris in 1992.

With the opening of the Jeddah flagship store marking Louboutin’s first foray into the Middle East, one could be sure that this event would not pass by quietly.

The gorgeously appointed store is eyecatching and dramatic, with Louboutin’s creations nestling in numerous floor-toceling recesses in the wall. The opening on April 10th invited shoe lovers to visit the stand-alone boutique and even get whatever shoes they purchased signed by the designer himself. According to excited customers, the French designer was extremely personable and even remarked that Jeddah was his favorite city.

And Louboutin may just become Jeddah’s favorite shoe designer.

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Fashion & Shopping

Fatima Abid in

HARPER’S BAZAAR

By Dina Ismail

Saudi designer extraordinaire, Fatima Abed, has been making waves in the international fashion world recently. Her decadent concoctions of silk and satin, adorned with crystals and gems have catapulted her into the world of haute couture…and there really is no better place for this gifted designer.

In an appearance in a 2009 issue of Harper’s Bazaar, Abid spoke about her family as inspirations for her creations and her own impressions of what appeals to the modern woman.

“Women of this generation want to wear elegant dresses but with a classic, feminine style,” Abid explained. And while Abid does an exemplary job of combining elegance and femininity, her dramatically elaborate pieces are where she really shines.

It is this ability to think outside the box without compromising the concept of her creations that resulted in Abid being selected

by Swarovski Elements along with nine other renowned fashion designers from the Middle East to participate in the CRYSTALLIZED™ - Glamour in the City collection. This exhibition, which combined interpretations of haute couture and Swarovski Elements, debuted at The Dubai Mall as part of the festivities of the Dubai Shopping Festival.

Abid’s unique grasp of design, coupled with her creativity and flair, is what has made this Saudi mother of four a shining star in the glittery world of international haute couture. She also offers an example of what a little determination and a lot of fabric can make even the lavish dreams come true.

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Loving The Lifestyle You’re Living Providing Three times the freshness

by New Downy Concentrate

Boy’s Jeans Thobe, Lomar.

No one knows the importance of family like a mother. And no one knows the thought and effort involved behind the scenes to subtly influence her family members’ lives and give them a push to the better like a mother. As our days get more and more hectic and quality family time becomes more and more difficult to plan, there should be a little something that will always remind us of our loved ones.

Floral breeze Floral is brought to another level with this funky spring linen blend dress by Stella Mccartney. Add a touch of mystery with Oliver Peopoles’s Isobel roundframe sunglasses, and glam it up with Giuseppe Zanotti’s Leather gladiator wedges and a Suede large clasp clutch by Marni.

For a silky natural and feminine look, try this Printed silk kaftan from Roberto Cavalli.

Match up with Midrise cropped denim jeans, Michael Kors& Cork platform sandals, Stella Mccartney.

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Come in the good news: Downy has launched Downy Concentrate, its latest innovation that offers three times the freshness compared to dilute. A 1-liter bottle of Downy Concentrate will give you the same number of washes as a 3-liter bottle of Downy Dilute – making your clothes smell fresher for longer. And at a 30% markdown, there really is no better alternative.

Downy brings the scents of nature to your home. Downy Concentrate comes in five unique fragrances – Downy Valley Dew, Dream Garden, Romantic Feel, Natural Extracts, and Floral Breeze.

“Only” Thobe, from Lomar.

With these natural smells, your family will always know just how much you care with each floral-infused aroma. Clean and natural, Downy Concentrate offers freshness and softness from the moment your garments are washed until the next wash.

From a fashion standpoint, this summer, natural is in. Ladies, take note for your personal wardrobe - floral prints, floaty dresses, and femininity are what it’s all about this season.

Add a whole new dimension to your look with one of Downy’s uniquely feminine fragrances and you’ll not only look summery, you’ll feel and smell like a summer breeze as well.

Romantic feel

Dream Garden To carry a smile as bright as the summer days, Downy dream garden will make sure your beautiful summer look only gives you more reason to feel happy.

Float in this printed silk chiffon ponch dress by Issa, complimented by this pair of Tapeet chain t-bar sandals.

Let’s not forget what floral will always remind us of: Romance. So look pretty in this Moschino cheap&chic floral print maxi dress, covered up with a chelsea long cashmere cardigan from Crumpet for cool evenings. Match it up with a Michael Kors harrington canvas tote bag and Kody leather wedge sandals from Juicy couture and you’ve nailed the lookand his heart!

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Lollipop

Fashion & Shopping

Bringing whimsy to children’s fashion

By Dina Ismail

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Boutiques in Jeddah are nothing new. On the high streets of Jeddah, one can easily find half a dozen eyecatching and trendy boutiques – the brainchildren of hip Jeddahwi entrepreneurs with a love of retail. What is new however is the concept of an up market boutique that has all the glitz and glamour of the rest with one important difference – they target the discerning fashionista…that is probably still in diapers. Wid Harthy and Shahira Al-Ghalayini saw a gap in the market and jumped at the opportunity in March 2008.

“We saw a need in Jeddah’s retail market for trendy children’s clothes that were otherwise not available. We carry brands like Marie-Chantal, True Religion, and Ralph Lauren footwear for children – lines that are not available in Jeddah.”

Lollipop’s concept of importing funky children’s and baby clothes and accessories from the US has met with great success here in Jeddah.

In addition to clothes, they also offer such memorable keepsakes as Swarovski-encrusted baby albums and pint-sized pearl necklaces. Lollipop caters to parents with a love of fashion who want to pass on their sartorial knowhow to their children.

Lollipop also offers a novel service in Jeddah: baby registries – where new parents can register for those coveted items as gifts for their newborn. Gift baskets can also be made upon request. Even the décor of the store is inspired by the great Dr. Seuss – what more could a new mother want? Lollipop makes the joy of new motherhood doubly sweet…just don’t blame the store when your toddler starts asking for Gucci nappies!

Location: Rawda st.

Tel: +966-2-6643295 Fax: +966-2-6643269

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LAYLA Home

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Layla Home & Wardrobe offers an exclusive variety of eclectic home furnishings and garments that are sure to compliment any atmosphere or person. Although reminiscent of the great traditions of the past, the creations of Layla Home & Wardrobe exceed their predecessors by offering clients a truly innovative fusion of antiquity and modernity.

Location: Arafat St. Tel: + 966-2-6656712 Web site: www.layla.com.sa

THE NEVERLAND

CIRCUS

Neverland Circus is one of those places that you “must” visit. The store is specialized in hand crafted accessories assembled in-store by the store owner, Designer Dania Tahlawi. Dania imports fine materials and stones from selected countries and regions. To add more of a personal touch, Dania offers custom made drawings over selected accessories. Neverland’s collection covers home accessories that are carefully crafted with top notch materials.

CUSTOMIZED QURA’AN

Location: Al-Rawdah St. Tel: +966-500398181 Web: Facebook.com/customizedquraan Tel: +966-598205521

Customized Qura’an was established in 2006 as one of the few shops specializing in the decoration of Qura’ans. The decoration can be picked up from the pre-made styles. In addition, the Customized Qura’an team can make personalized styles according to your taste at a reasonable cost. Sales are made through facebook, bazaars and by phone.

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TechTamer’s Gadgets

Hi, TechTamer here.

I love gadgets and new technology designed to make everything a little bit easier. From Star Wars toasters to the latest smartphones, I’m all over it. If it blinks, bleeps or whistles I’ve probably seen it and played with it a little. Here’s a small selection of stuff that’s caught my eye this month.

Polar RS800CX

If you’d rather plan out your workout more effectively try out the Polar RS800CX. With more tools packed in than a frat house during Spring Break, it’s got a slew of gadgets for you to use. From a built-in altimeter, a heart rate transmitter, a built-in GPS system to monitor your speed and distance no matter the activity it has got everything the outdoor exercise aficionado is looking for. The watch lets you combine training sessions from different sports into a single file, so you can integrate your running, cycling, hiking, rowing, and skiing sessions without missing a beat. It’s the ultimate multi-sport training watch.

Available at Deltaz Tel: +966-2-6608467

Liquid Image HD Video Mask with 5.0MP Digital Camera SR1,000

The most annoying thing about diving with a camera is that you have to sacrifice using your hands. So short of getting an extra set of arms, the folks at Liquid Image have developed a camera/scuba mask that fits - where else - but on your face. Packed with goodies like a 720P 5.0 Mega-pixel digital camera and the ability to do up to 30 minutes of video at a time into the 16MB built-in memory. You can also expand the memory with the option to insert a 32GB MicroSD card which can give you up to 2 hours of video.

Available at Amazon.com and select scuba retailers

Nike + iPod Sport Kit - SR110

Granted this isn’t new technology but it is one of the most effective ways we’ve seen to keep track of your workout if you want to exercise outside in the real world.

The wireless receiver works exclusively with the Nike+ shoes and iPod Nano, iPod touch, iPhone 3GS to give you realtime feedback while you work out.

Available at Apple.com

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DREAM MACHINE TechTamer’s

VibroGym Evolution Fitness Machine

VibroGym brings the good vibrations of a healthy body to you! The newest addition to the VibroGym line, The Evolution allows you to perform otherwise traditional exercises on a vibrating powerplate that rhythmically contracts your muscles in order to exert them even more.

Combined with dieting, this regimen is excellent for burning fat and toning muscles. This sleek and stylish machine is available in a variety of colors and will bring a new level to your workout.

Available at Deltaz Tel: +966-2-6608467

Wii Fit - SR500 There’s very little out in the market now that gives you such a strong workout while keeping track of everything you do.

Track your progress and get tips on how to maximize your workout with your virtual coach on the Wii Fit while using the Wii-motes or the Wii Fit Board.

Available at Memega, Tokyo Games and Computer House

Riiflex 2lb. Dumbbells - SR130

Working out at home is much easier most of the time and with a Wii it’s sometimes better than an expensive gym membership since you get personalized attention from your virtual trainer. Now you can work out using weights with these ergonomic weights that fit your Wii-motes. To make sure you don’t accidentally fling these at your LCD screen, like too many people have on youtube, these weights come with a soft-touch rubber overmold in addition to their molded tough polycarbonate finish.

Available at Amazon.com

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Directory Boutiques

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

Fashion Designers Afaf Baflah Tel: +966-505325251 Amal Engawi Tel: +966-503613314 Basma Abuljadayel Tel: +966-506634000 Basma Al-Mouawad Tel: +966-533653333 Eman Joharji Tel: +966-535687773 Fatima Abed Tel: +966-554369993 Gardenia Hafez Tel: +966-506666230 Hanaa Samman Tel: +966-505350958 Maha Ghalayeni Tel: +966-506661634 Manar Al-Rawi Tel: +966-569169923 Meriam Arab Tel: +966-503333128 Mona Abulfaraj Tel: +966-505652018 Nawal Maimani Tel: +966-2-6606502 Niyaah Tel: +966-500545455 Rania Khogeer Tel: +966-555532571 Rana Ismail Tel: +966-556666881 Rotana Alhashimi Tel: +966-554598449 Sahar Serafi 44 DESTINATION JEDDAH

Tel: +966-505622515 Salma Rudwan Tel: +966-504627012 Shaza Khayali Tel: +966-500909321 Thanaa Addas Tel: +966-504664288 Turki Jadallah Tel: +966-506677800 Wed Bogary Tel: +966-504634001

Florists, Plants Al-Khidra Landscaping Tel: +966-2-6913946 Alwan Tel: +966-2-6837239 Arabian Flower Tel: +966-2-6644403 Azhar Rima Tel: +966-2-2564001 Eshrak Tel: +966-2-6643035 Florina Tel: +966-2-6670719 Flowers Center Tel: +966-2-6607391 Flowers Queen Tel: +966-2-6621779 Gardenia Tel: +966-2-6609220 Jannati Tel: +966-2-6984852 Orkidia Tel: +966-2-6833136 Nargis Flowers Est. Tel: +966-2-6673008 Petals Tel: +966-2-6642519 Rabya Tel: +966-2-6602856 Spring Flower Tel: +966-2-6519684 Sendian Flowers Tel: +966-2-6835679 Sultan Garden Center Tel: +966-2-6686666

Furniture Abdul Latif Tel: +966-2-6913750 Al-Alameya Tel: +966-2-6915188 Al-Amer Tel: +966-2-6977767

Al-Fakhama Tel: +966-2-6355043 Al-Sabban Tel: +966-2-6919900 American Gallery Tel: +966-2-6676031 Batal Design Tel: +966-2-6983288 Bin Shayhoon Tel: +966-2-2574815 Dimos Tel: +966-2-2830302 Domvs Tel: +966-2-6611447 Estikbal Tel: +966-2-6687511 Haba Tel: +966-2-6687084 Home Plaza Tel: +966-2-6913659 IKEA Tel: +966-2-6633000 Kara Tel: +966-2-6901443 La Maison Colonial Tel: +966-2-2616800 Ligne Roset Tel: +966-2-6634158 Mazar Tel: +966-2-6642626 Mourastarr Tel: +966-2-6980498 MilaDora Tel: +966-2-6615152 NV Tel: +966-2-6684686 Options Tel: +966-2-6824888 Roche Bobois Tel: +966-2-6647272 Visionnaire Tel: +966-2-6988591 Wahat Tel: +966-2-6636267

Shopping Malls Al-Khayat Center Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6655558 Shops: BOSS, Burberry, Chanel, Christian Dior, Coach, DKNY, Dolce & Gabbana, Emporio Armani, Fendi, Giorgio Armani, Gucci, Jacques Dessange Salon, Jamalouki, Louis Vuitton, Roberto Cavalli, Rubaiyat, Sergio, Tiffany & Co. & Co., Tods, Yves Saint Laurent.

Fashion Designers

Ana Special Prince Sultan St Tel: +966-2-6649155 Shops: Al-Mohra, Almayass, Basics, Buttons, Diva, Fox Fibre, I Love Hishma, Kash Kash, Vaniti, Lilies, Only For You, Set Al-Hoson, Tefa.

Aziz Mall Prince Majed Rd Tel: +966-2-6162222 Dining: Al-Saaj Al-Refi, AlThawaaq, Baskin Robbins, Burger King, Cinnabon, Conton, Durrat China, Fish World, Hardee’s, Harfi, Indian express KFC, Krispy Kreme, Kudu, McDonald’s, Mongo, Panino’s, Roma way, Sheesh Kabab, Shawermar, Starbucks, Sushi King, Taco Hut,Trios.

Supermarket: Geant.

Shops: Accessorize, Adams, Al-Maghrabi, Al-Sawani, Aldo, Aldo Accessories, Ann Harvey, Athletes Foot, Aussino, B.Bush, Baby Shop, Barratts, Bata, Behavior, Bershka, Bhs, Camieu, Celina, Celio, Charles & Keith, City Max, Claire’s, Damas Jewelry, Dorothy Perkins, Etam, Faces, Femi.9, Gap, Giordano, Howard, Kids, Kotton, La Senza, La Senza Girl, La Vie En Rose, Mango, Mexx, Mikyaji, Milano, Miss Selfridge, Mothercare, Naomi, Nectar, New Look, Next, Nine West, Okaidi, Orchestra, Pans & Co, Paris Gallery, Pom Cherry, Promod, Pull & Bear, Pumpkin Patch, River Island, Riyadh Bank, SGT Major, Showtime, Sports City, Starbucks, Stradivarius, Swatch, Tape A L’Oeil, Terranova, The Body Shop, Urban, Vero Moda, Xanka, Zara, Zoppini Al-Haddab Center Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6942888 Shops: Center Point (baby shop, Splash, Shoe mart, Lifestyle), Home Center, Koton, Mobily, Natuzzi, Sedar, Warde.

Florists, Plants

Furniture

Shopping Malls

Badrya Towers Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6062777 Dining: Le Croissant shop, Quattro Café.

Shops: Babooche, Basket of Pearl, Blend, Boutque Mix, BSX, Denim, Diesel, DKNY, Entra, Free Days, Hawanim, Infiore, Kurta Boutique, Le Croissant Shop, Le Style, Levi’s Store, Nowar, Optics2020, Pharmacy, Quattro, Samuel and Kevin, Suite 966, T Shirt & Jeans, U right, Zearuci.

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

Basateen Center Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6611721 Dining: Assaj, Baskin Robbins, Krispy Kreme, La Cerpelrie, Nutellina, Takada.

Shops: Al-Ghazali, Al-Moalim, Al-Sawani Department Store, Anne Klein, Baby Fitaihi, Bakhashwain, Bali, Benatton, Betty Barkley, Esprit, Courier, Glitter, Guess, La Perla, Max & Co., Max Mara, Noon, Opticals, Replay, Rubaiyat, Swish, XOXO.

Women’s Blouses & sweaters

Coral Mall Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6607624 Dining: Goodies , Tea Amo. Shops: Adawliah (Yamaha), Armani jeans, Beach & Beyond, Calvin Klein, Color Be Mine, Ecko, Ed Hardy, FCUK, Geox, Killah, Lacoste, Lindex, Lola et moi, Marlboro Classic, Miss Sixty, Patch Work, Primo, Quick Silver, Serb, St.Dupont, Sun Spot.

Etoile King Rd Tel: +966-2-6973428 Dining: Steak House.

Shops: Al-Romaizan, Boss, Canali, Come As You Are, Emad Rizq, Fitoshi, Gentle Man, Lomar, Lo Spazio, My Fair Lady, Rawasy, Rubaiyat, The Wall.

Hera’a Avenue Hera’a St. Tel: +966-2-6942236 Dining: Agadir, Baskin Robbins, Cinnabon, Hot & Crispy.

Shops: Adams’ Kids, Aldo,

Sizing Chart US 23 34 36 38 40 42 44 46 Europe 38 40 42 44 46 48 50 52

Women’s Shoes US Europe UK Japan

3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 1.5 2.5 3.5 4.5 5.5 6.5 7.5 8.5 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27

Women’s Dresses US Europe UK Japan

4 6 8 10 12 34 36 38 40 42 6 8 10 12 14 7 9 11 13 15

14 44 16 17

16 46 18 19

18 48 20 21

Men’s Shirts US/UK Europe Japan

15 15.5 16 16.5 17 37 38 40 41 42 97 102 107 113 117

Men’s Suits, Coats & sweaters US/UK Europe Japan

34 36 38 40 42 44 46 48 44 46 48 50 52 54 56 68 S --- M L ---- LL ---- ----

Men’s shoes US Europe UK Japan

6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 5.5 6.5 7.5 8.5 9.5 10.5 11.5 12.5 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32

Children’s Clothing: US Europe UK Japan

2 4 6 8 10 12 16/18 20/22 24/26 28/30 32/34 36/38 40/45 50/55 60/65 70/75 80/85 90/95 90 100 110 120 130 140

Children’s Shoes (Toddlers/Children) US UK Europe Japan

5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 4.5 5.5 6.5 7.5 8.5 9.5 10.5 11.5 20 22 23 24 25 27 28 30 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

Children’s Shoes (Youth) US UK Europe Japan

13 12.5 31 19

1 13.5 32 20

2 3 4 5 1.5 2.5 3.5 4.5 33 34 36 37 21 22 23 24

* Japanese sizes are measured in centimetres

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Hera’a Intl.Center Jamjoom Souq Hera’a St. Street Palestine Tel: +966-2-6540097 Tel :+966-2-6685388 Dining: Al-Musbah, AlDining: Ice Cream Umda, Baskin Robbins, Movenpick.

Cinnabon, Hot & Crispy, Shops: Abd Al-Samad Juice Island, Starbucks.

Supermarket: Al-Qurashi for Danube.

Perfumes, Shops: Adams, Al-Attar, Celio and Longen and Al-Dahham, Al-Humaidi, Dior, Cileo, Claire’s , Al-Maghrabi, Al-Mualim, Fareed Musalli for Gold Barkley, Benatton, Bershka, and Jewelery, Gazzaz Bhs, Celio, Claire’s, Diesel, for Perfumes and Make Esprit, Faces, Giordano, Guess, Health Lines, Jacadi, Up, Geox, Jennyfer, La Moda, La Senza, Mango, Kuwait Airlines, La Senza, Milano, Mothercare, Naomi, Malaysian Airlines, Marks Nectar, Next, Next Kids, & Spencer, Mikyaji Nina, Nine West, Panasonic, Milano Shoe, Promod, Mother Care, Paper Moon, Nayomi, Next, Nectar, Quick Silver, River Island, Sisley, Sony, The Body Aldo, Promod, Raymond Shop, U2, Zara,Starbucks, Zain, Zimas.

Weil Watches, The Body Shop, The Jama’a Plaza International Jama’a Dist for Watches, Tokyo Games.

Tel: +966-2-6024580 Shops: Adams, Camaieu Jeddah Charles Mall & Keith, Giordano, Tahlia Guess,Street La Senza, Mikyaji, Tel: +966-2-6678666 Nayomi, Promod, Sergent Major, A Loeil.

Dining:Tape Al-Tajin, Basket of Cookies, Baskin Robbins, Jamjoom Center Costa Café, Cinnabon, Palestine St. Hawaii, Hijaziyat , Hot Tel: +966-2-6685388 & Crispy,Ice Joffrey’s, Dining: Cream Le Gadin Suzette, Mongo, Movenpick.

Shops: AbdPanino’s, Al-SamadSteak AlPadovana, Qurashi for Perfumes, & Bake, Sushi King. Celio and Longen and Dior, Shops: Al-Musali & Al-Cileo, Claire’s , Fareed Musalli for Raies, Barakat Jewellery, Gold and Jewelery, Gazzaz Damas, Elite, and Eye2eye, for Perfumes Make Faces, Gosh, Karen Millen, Up, Geox, Jennyfer, Kuwait Airlines, La Senza, Malaysian Kipling, Luxury, Maria Airlines, Marks & Spencer, Pino, Naomi, Swatch, Mikyaji Trussardi, WAIPAI. Milano Shoe, Mother Care, Nayomi, Next, Nectar, La Promenade 2 Aldo, Promod, Raymond Tahlia Street Weil Watches, Starbucks, Tel: +966-2-6688737 The Body Shop, The Dining: Al-Forn, International for Carmel, Watches, Tokyo Gelato,Games.

La Promenade Café, Lifestyles Café.

Jeddah Mall Chic Shops: Budget, Tahlia St. Boutique, Chole, Femi.9, Tel: +966-2-6678666 Lerre, Lifestyles, Mavi, of Dining: Al-Tajin, Basket PaperMoon, Quik Sliver, Cookies, Baskin Robbins, Costa Café, Cinnabon, Roxy, Sport Look.

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LeCrispy, Mall Joffrey’s, Le Gadin Suzette, Mongo, Padovana, Tahlia Street Panino’s, Steak & Bake, Sushi Tel: +966-2-6600111 King.

Dining: Cerebe Express, Shops: Al-Musali & Al- Raies, Layla’s, Le Croissant Barakat Jewellery,shop, Damas, Cinabbon, Starbucks.

Elite, Eye2eye, Faces, Gosh, KarenAccessories, Millen, Kipling, Shops: Claire’s, Luxury, MariaKaren Pino, Naomi, Fitaihi Jeweley, Millen, Trussardi, WAIPAI. la Swatch, Senza, Musalli, Nine West, Rizq Jewellery, Rosyblue, La Promenade 2 Rubaiyat (Bags & Shoes), Tahlia St. Showtime, Springfield, Tel: +966-2-6688737 Dining: Al-Forn, Carmel, Swatch, The Body Shop.

Gelato, La Promenade Café, Mall of Arabia Lifestyles Café. Shops: Al-Haramein Road Budget, Chic Boutique, Tel: +966-9-2000-9550 Chole, Femi.9, Lerre, Lifestyles, Mavi, PaperMoon, Dining: Al-Saaj Al-Refi, Quik Sliver, Sport Look.

Brioche Doree,Roxy, Burger King, Café Larica Espresso, Café Le Mall Verganano Tahlia St. , Cinnabon, Charley’s, Conton, Costa Tel: +966-2-6600111 Coffee, Hardee’s, Krispy Dining: CerebeKFC, Express, Layla’s, Le Croissant Kreme , Kudu, London shop, Starbucks.McDonald’s, Fish&Chips, Shops:Pans, Accessories, Claire’s, Mongo, Roma way, Fitaihi Jeweley, Karen Millen, Shawermar, Starbucks, la Senza, Musalli, Nine West, Sushi Taco Hut, Thai RizqKing, Jewellery, Rosyblue, Express, The(Bags Pizza&Company, Rubaiyat Shoes), Showtime, Springfield, T.G.I Fridays, Tony Roma’s, Swatch, The Body Shop.

Zyng (Asian Grill).

Supermarket: Geant.

Mall of Arabia Shops: Abu Sharaf, Al-Haramein Rd Accesorize, Adams, Adidas, Tel: +966-9-2000-9550 Ahmad Abdulwahed, Alpha Dining: Al-Saaj Al-Refi, BriocheAlshaya, Doree, Burger Opticals, Balad, King, Café Larica Café Bershaka, BlueEspresso, Age, Bonia, Verganano , Cinnabon, Boots, Brics, BSB, BSX, C&B, Charley’s, Conton, Costa C&K, Cameui, Camille’s Coffee, Hardee’s, KFC, Krispy Sidewalk, Celio, Kreme , Carters, Kudu, London Chad Valley, Coast, D-FFish&Chips, McDonald’s, P-T, Debenhams, Diesel, Mongo, Pans, Roma way, Shawermar, Starbucks, Disigula, Dorthy Perkins, Sushi King, Taco Hut, Thai Forever21, Evans, Exit,Express, Faces, TheGBK, Pizza Company, Gap, Girls, H-Flow,T.G.I Fridays, Tony Roma’s, Zyng H&M, Hokair, (Asian Grill).Hush Hush, I Style, Jennyfer, Kikik, La Supermarket: Geant.

Senza, LaAbu Senza Gril, La Vie Shops: Sharaf, Adidas, EnAccesorize, Rose, LadyAdams, Bird, Life Kids, Ahmad Abdulwahed, Alpha Limited Too, Liz Claiborne, Opticals, Alshaya, Balad, Lynnes, Mango, Maghrabi Bershaka, Blue Age, Bonia, Kids, MiniBrics, Modu, Miss Boots, BSB, BSX, C&B, Selfridge, Miss Whatever, C&K, Cameui, Camille’s Mothercare, Nectar, Celio, New Sidewalk, Carters, ChadNext,Nike, Valley, Coast, Yorker, NilD-F-P-T, Yarz,

Debenhams, Diesel, Disigula, Dorthy Perkins, Forever21, Evans, Exit, Faces, Gap, GBK, Girls, H-Flow, H&M, Hokair, Hush Hush, I Style, Jennyfer, Kikik, La Senza, La Senza Gril, La Vie En Rose, Lady Bird, Life Kids, Limited Too, Liz Claiborne, Lynnes, Mango, Maghrabi Kids, Mini Modu, Miss Selfridge, Miss Whatever, Mothercare, Nectar, New Yorker, Next,Nike, Nil Yarz, Nose, Oasis, Okaidi, Opt. Centre, Party Princess, Pride of Kashmir, Principle, Pull & Bear, Puma, Pumpkin Patch, Quiz, Ribbon, Rina, Salhiya, School, Sgt.Major, SIA, Spring, Stradivarius, Sun & Sands Sports, Swiss Corner, Tally Wejil, TCF, Terranova, Terranova Kids, The Museum, TPC, Twaila, Vero Moda, Vertbaudet, Viss, Wallis, Warehouse, White Company, Zahoor Al-Reef, Zara,Zoppini, ZYNG. Nojoud Center Tahlia St Shops: Adidas, Al-Badr Optical, Alcott, Alhomaidhi, Bonia, Cortefiel, Emad Rizq, Faces, Feni 9, Gerry Weber, GS Big & Tall, I Zone, Pumpkin Patch, Lora Lina Sfera, Magrabi, Mango, Mobily, Women secret, Sarafia, Shalky , Smash,Tanagra, Vincci.

Red Sea Mall King Rd Tel: +966-2-2151551 Dining: Apple Bee’s, Al- Baik, Al- Nabulsi, Baskin Robbins, Bonnon Cup, Burgerino, Burgerking, Café Larica, Canton, Cheese Cake Factory, Chinese Pearl, Crepe Suzette, Cup & Cino, Hagen Duz,Hardee’s, Hijaziyat, House of Donuts, Indian Express, KFC ,Krispy Kreme, Kudu, London Fish, Magic Wok, McDonald’s, On the Broder, Pana Caldo, Pan’s & Co, Roma Way, Santino’s, Second Cup, Shamiana, Starbucks, Steak House, Swensen’s, Taco Hut, Tajin, Tea Amo, Teayana, Trios.

Supermarket: Danube.

Shops: Adidas, Aigner, All Star Converse, Al-Mussali, Al-Refaie, Al-Sawani, Axiom, Barove, Beach &Beyond, Benetton, Bhs,

Body Action, Body Shop, Bomby, Bonia, Boroue, Boss, Burberry,Calvin Klein, Change, Claire’s, Coach, Coast, Diesel, Diorucci, Divisage, Dorothy Perkins, Early Learning Center, Elaf (Travel Agency), Escada & Loriel, Esprit, Etre ea, Evans, Eye Fashion, Faces, Faith, Fanateer, Fashion Top, FCUK, Ferragamo, Fetaihi, Foot Locker, Giordano, Givenchy, Go Sport, Guess, Guess Accessories, Guess Kids, G2000, Izzue,Lacoste, Laperla, Lazourdi, Levis, Life Line, Life style, Limited Too, MAC, Mac PC’s, Maghrabi, Maghrabi kids, Makyaji, Milano, Mommy me, Montblanc, Mother care, Naomi, Next, Nokia, Oasis, Obaji, Occasions, Occulis, Optic Center, Panasonic, Paris Gallery, Patchi, Puma Watches, Replay, Rubayat, Rolex, Rouj, S & K (Samuel & Kenvin), Samsonite, Sefora, Sephora, Sergio Rossi, Sony, Sports Wear, Swatch, Tea Gschwender, Tiffany & Co , Tihama (Stationery), Top Shop, Top Man, Versacie, Vision Express, XOXO, Zuhur, Zoopini, Al-Reef.

Roshana Center Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-2635114 Dining: Cinnabon, Crepe Café, Virgin Restaurant & Café.

Shops: 4U4Ever, Abdul Ghafour Amin Co.Shoe, Abo Moammar, Abotche, Adawliad, Adnan Jewelery, Adolfo Dominguzs, Ahmed Abdulwahed, Ahmed Adgaish Electronices, Al-Falona Stores, Al-Hamary, Al Garmooshi for Matches, Al-Togbi, Al-Yasr, Al-Arabi Optics, Al-Dawliyah, AMH, Baby Fitaihi, Bajsair, Bayana, Blanco, Change, Courir, Damas, Extra Ordinary, Fayrooz, Fityani, Giordano, Guess, Halawani Audi Visual, Hamza Abd El Rizk Jewelery Damas, Home Appliances & Electronics, Hussain Trading Co., Jeddah International

Market, Jollibee, Korloff, LG, Light, Linen Chest, Mohsen, My Fair Lady, Nof Jewelery, On Time Plus, Orange Bed Bath, Plug Ins, Pretty Shoes Yalghi Couture Qeuess, Said Ahmed Al-Ajou (JVC), Saloon Tamim, Samsung, Sandwich, Sarwat, Scholl, Sid, Sony World, Sunglasses Hut, Tamim Shoes, The Wall, Littel book Bookstore, Tuctuc, Zoppini, Zumorrodah.

Roshan Mall King Rd Tel: +966-2-6226720 Dining: Al-Baik, Baskin Robbins, Chilis, Donut House, Fish World, Fuddruckers, Hardees, KFC, Kudu, McDonald’s, Second Cup. Supermarket: Hyper Panda.

Shops: Abdul Samad AlQurashi, Axiom, Bonia, Callem, Cavlo Rino, Cell Com, Cinnzeo, Claire’s, Colombia Sports Wear, Fendi, Gerry Weber, Giordano, Grand Optics, Gucci, Herffy, Ikks, It’s Mine, Jacqueline Riu, Kashmir, Lingo, Lush Fresh Handmade Cosmetics, Maghrabi, Mango, Mikyaji, Miss Fashion, Missha, Mothercare, Nayomi, Nectar, Panda, Royal Mandaina, Samuel & Kevin, Sayadyah Express, Sensi, Show Time, Stadivarious, Sun & Sand Sports, Swatch, The Body shop, Timberland, Tom Tailer, Toys R Us, U-Qote, Vavavoom, Versace.

Rawdah St. Tel: 02 6643295 Fax: 02 6643269

Serafi Mega Mall Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-2844886 Dining: Al-Baik , Baskin Robbins , Blend , Burger king, Costa Coffee, Gelato , Hot & Crispy , Krispe Kreme , Kudu, Mc’Donald’s , Mugg & Bean, Seatle’s Best, Subway.

Supermarket: Danube.

Shops: Al-Sawani, Baleno, Claire D K, Claire’s, Faces, Go Sport, Life Style, Maghrabi, Pepe Jeans, Samuel & Kevin, Sensi, Swatch, Voyage.

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Sultan Mall Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-2758992 Dining: Al-Baik, Baskin Robbins, Burger King, Capo Grillo, Casper & Gambini’s, Cinnabon, Coffee Maker, Conton, Hot & Crispy, Kudu.

Shops: Al-Mashat, AlSaadami, Al-Dham Watches, Athetes Foot, Attitude, B-Bushh, BGN, Bossini, Cardial, Casa Rossi, Cerruti Argeterie, Art of Idea, 189, Chin Chin, Coton, Cute Axiom, Baby Fitaihi, Make Up, Dadida, Dearson, Batteel, BCBG, Benetton, Eyat, F&f, Fashion Shop, Feel Body Shop, Bonpoint, Free, Giordano, Go Bo, i2 Borbonese, Breil, Carolina Telecom, International Styles, Herrera CH, Champion, R&R, Kodak, LA Lanidar, Coach, Cole Haan, Lamar, Life Style, Lolet, Collci, Courier, Custo Lora Lina Paris, Mag, Majed, Barcelona, Cute, Derby Majesty, Manash, Mastiha X, Destination Maternity, Mikyaje, Nayomi, Orbit, Paris Faces, Faith Connexion, Gallary, Parkadello, Passion Farsi Jewelry, Fayandra, De Mode, Pierre Cardin, GBK, GC Watches, Geox, Pretty Fit, Rieker Antistress, Guess Accessory, Guess by Riyadh Lady, Samsonite, Marciano, Hang Ten, Issam Sayadyah, Simi, Skin Bujoux, Jamal, Jarkas, Jasmine Soccer Scene, Spring Field, Box, Jimmy Choo, Kanz Teen o Teen, The Body Shop, Al-Sahra, Karon Millen, Tokyo Games, U-mark, Vincci.

Khider Rizek, Kohar, Kurt Geiger, La Perla Tahlia Center Palace, Lacoste, Lide X, Tahlia St. Liujo, Loccitane, Lyne’s, Tel: +966-2-2634662 Magrabi, Majesty, Mama’s Dining: Al-Nabulsi Sweets, and Papa’s, Mark by Mark Burger King, Canton, Hot & Jacobs, Masagh, Max Crispy, Indian express, Krispy Mara, Mikayaji, Mimosa, Kreme, Kudu, La Creperie, Moschino, Mutamiez, Mana’ish, Manarat Marakesh, My Accessory, Nayomi, Minimoonz, Mirador, Nectar, New Look, Panino’s, Starbucks.

Odd Molly, Oliver and Shops: Al-Humaidi, Al-Rayes, Company, Painegonda, Armani Exchange, Bakhsh Patchi, Paul and Joe, Jewellery, Birkenstock, Coach, Paul Smith, Penny Black, Claire’s, Cope Copine, Daniel Petit Bateau, Pomellato, Hechter, Du Pareil Au M’em, Paul Frank, Pucci, Quick Emad Rizq, Esprit, Evans, Silver, Replay, Rubaiyat, Giordano, Lacoste, La Moda, Rumaizan, Saks Fifth Laura Ashley, LoraChilli, Avenue, Samuel and Laurel, Limited Too, Longines, Kevin, Sensi, Shalky Make Up Forever, Mac, Mikyaji, QQ, Space Toom, Stella Milano, Moawad, Naoumi, McCartney, Swarovski, Nectar, Omega, Paris Gallery, Swatch, Tara Jarmon, Pierre Cardin, River Island, Teen2Teen, The Counter, Rolex, Rubaiyat,Sanrio, Tiffany, Tipity Toes, Sephora, Swarovski, Swatch, Tumi, Vertu, Voila, Waed, T.S. Dupont, Terranova, The Wahat Al-Jalabiya, Wazer Body Shop,Tiffany &Co., Pharmacy, XOXO, Zanotti. Tina Tailor,Top Shop / Top Man. Dining: Bert’s Restautant, Café Italia, Café Ceramique, Cerepe Café, Deera Café, Goodies, Haagen Dazs, Joe’s Diner, Krispy Kreme, Lina’s Café, Little Book, Olio.

Supermarket: Carrefour.

Shops: Agatha, AlGhazalo, Al-Humaidi, AlMutahajibah, Al-Othaim, Al-Shayiya Accessory, Arabian Oud,

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Special Places

Al-Khaskia Market:

A Slice of Old Jeddah

By Dina Ismail, Photos by Effat Sabban

As all Jeddah natives know, Jeddah got its start as a commercial hub, a crossroutes of trade where merchants from all over the area and far beyond that met and exchanged highly-sought after products and goods.

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Al-Khaskia Market is the modern throwback to Jeddah’s commercial roots.

Located in the heart of Old Jeddah, visitors literally turn a corner and find themselves in the middle of this lively market.

Throngs of shoppers of a dozen different nationalities stroll the small streets, pausing to admire one of the many brightly lit shop windows. Al-Khaskia embodies the diversity of Jeddah with at least five languages within earshot at any given time and the art of haggling transcending language in this area of Jeddah.

It is an assortment of little shops selling literally anything you can imagine. Toys, gifts, women’s accessories and clothing, incense and oils, religious souvenirs, footwear and everything in between.

Al-Khaskia’s appeal lies in the fact that bargaining is part and parcel of the experience – you are expected to haggle over the prices in a friendly battle of the financial wits with the vendors.

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Al-Khaskia also sells things in bulk, which is especially suited to party and wedding planners who buy intricate ceramic and glass party favors at a fraction of the price they would normally go for on the high streets of Tahlia.

Although making your way through the dense crowds and battling the ferocious heat are a few of the obstacles visitors to Khaskia should expect to deal with, the advantages of visiting this lively and dynamic far outweigh the cons.

‫يقع �سوق اخلا�سكية يف قلب جدة القدمية و يتميز ب�أن املحالت‬ ‫املوجودة تبيع ب�سعر اجلملة من ما ينا�سب منظمي الأفراح و‬ . ‫احلفالت ب�أرخ�ص الأ�سعار‬

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Red Sea Coast

DANGEROUS fish of the

RED SEA HOW TO STAY SAFE

The physically unique and brilliantly colored Lionfish has magnificent featherlike venomous dorsal fins protruding from its back like the Common Lionfish (above).

The Red Sea, like every ecosystem, is full of beautiful and intriguing creatures. The most beautiful are most times the most dangerous and poisonous. The rainforests have their poisonous creepy crawlies as well as more obvious jungle cats and alligators all out looking for food. The underwater ecosystems are no different with brightly colored fish warning of poisons along with displays of sharp teeth to ward off would-be predators.

Given the multitude of dangerous fish awaiting the unsuspecting diver, it’s a good idea to arm yourself with the right information about the realities of the underwater world.

The right information will give you the confidence to explore the wonders of the Red Sea safely. Also, to know what to do when such an injury does occur.

There are many useful books and websites that can provide information about avoiding 54 DESTINATION JEDDAH

and treating marine injuries. The Diver’s Alert Network (DAN) should be contacted for advice whenever a diving injury occurs.

Contact DAN for medical assistance DAN Emergency Hotline +1919-6849111 www.diversalertnetwork.org They can provide very helpful advice when dealing with an injury caused by interaction with marine wildlife. If you follow one simple rule you’ll avoid most of the dangers the Red Sea has to offer. Avoid making

Photos by Hans Sjoeholm

By Hans Sjoeholm

contact with anything underwater. Do not prod or grasp anything, and avoid kicking or stepping on anything. While diving, maintaining good buoyancy will help keep you off the bottom and out away from harm. Not only does this make sense environmentally, it will also help keep you safe. Also, keep a respectful distance from territorial animals, and keep up-to-date with immunizations such as tetanus. What follows is a description of some of the usual suspects of the Red Sea’s dangerous fish.

The Moray Eel (above) has three rows of icicle-like teeth, angled backwards towards the gullet to prevent its catch from escaping.

Common Lionfish (Pterois miles)

The physically unique and brilliantly colored Lionfish has magnificent featherlike venomous dorsal fins coming out of its back. The Lionfish is usually a slow moving creature that seems to hover midwater displaying its banded and colored poisonous fins. When threatened, the lionfish will lower its head so that its spines are directed at its attacker.

The sting of a lionfish will make a person quite sick, and a hospital visit is highly recommended. If stung, apply hot water treatment to the affected area for 30-90 minutes, preferably on the way to the hospital.

Spotted Snake Eel (Myrichtus maculosus)

While in reality quite timid, the Moray Eel is a fearsome looking creature. When examining a Moray from a respectful distance you will notice several interesting things about these reef-dwellers. While it may have poor eyesight, the Moray has three rows of icicle like teeth, angulated backwards towards the gullet to prevent its catch from escaping its clenched jaws. A Moray bite is a very serious injury that requires immediate medical attention. Of course, getting to the hospital can be a challenge as Morays are not partial to letting go once they have sunk their many sharp teeth into a target. One animal attack survival manual suggests the following approach to getting the Eel off of the victim: First, do not try to hurt the Moray Eel.This only antagonizes the animal and makes it bite down harder. Second, try to distract the animal by enticing with a treat superior to a human posterior.

The Masked Pufferfish (above) has a very potent neurotoxin in it’s liver, ovaries and skin which can cause hallucinations and can often be fatal.

Stonefish (below) have thirteen venomous dorsal spines which deliver poison on impact. The venom is a potent poison which can be excruciating and even fatal.

The playful Longjawed Squirrelfish (below) has a sharp gill plate that causes an extremely painful sting.

The manual suggests opening a can of sardines. Hopefully, this bribe will be sufficient for the Moray to release its grip of the victim permitting him or her to seek that much needed visit to the emergency room.

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The Orangespine Surgeonfish (above) is less terroritorial than its other cousins like the Sohal Surgeonfish but it’s still a good idea to keep your distance.

Respect the Moray’s personal space, and always keep your fingers and hands away so that it does not confuse them for fish. Don’t feed these creatures since they may get accustomed to this and may end up attacking other swimmers and divers when they do not produce treats.

(Not to mention that this will be bad for the Eel’s health; nobody wants to see a Moray with lovehandles).

Masked Puffer (Arothron diadematus)

You will scarcely find an animal less aggressive than the Pufferfish, and yet it is still quite the trouble maker. Inside the liver, ovaries and skin is a very potent neurotoxin, Tetratoxin, that will not dissipate after cooking. The initial effects of the poison may only be very uncomfortable hallucinations, but over time the poison could lead to death.

The Japanese dish, Fugu, is made of pufferfish meat by specially certified chefs. When ordering Fugu, you pay the bill before you start eating! It seems that the temptation of eating Fugu is greater that the fear of death, especially since there is no known antidote.

Squirrelfish (Sargocentron spiniferum)

Next on our list is the Squirrelfish. Scientifically it is known as Sargocentron spiniferum. This very playful and curious fish hovers in tunnels, crevices and under overhangs. It has a very sharp gill plate which can potentially cause extreme pain if it were to pierce your flesh. Local fishermen have named it the Umm Kulthum fish, after the famous Arab singer. When stung by the Squirrelfish’s spine, the fisherman suffering from the injury stays up all night long crooning, reminiscent of many of the songs of the very famous Egyptian singer, Umm Kulthum (1904 -1975).

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Stingrays have very venomous barbs on their tail for selfdefense like the Bluespotted Stingray (a. Barbs that strike people in the torso or heart can be fatal.

Orangespine Surgeonfish (Naso elegans)

Unlike the Squirrelfish, the Surgeonfish’s defenses are not poisonous, but should still be respected. At the base of the tails of these tropical species are a pair of very sharp blades, as sharp as a surgeon’s scalpel.

Surgeonfish are not usually aggressive, but they are territorial, defending patches of algae which provide sustenance for themselves and their offspring. Avoid touching or hovering over areas that are obviously being defended by surgeonfish. This can be difficult at times as they prefer very shallow water, which can be in the area you are trying to enter the sea. In general, most of their threats are false threats, but do not push your luck too far with Surgeonfish.

Stonefish (Synanceia verrucosa)

Being poisoned by a Stonefish is a very serious injury. Stonefish are masters of disguise, blending in perfectly with their surroundings and appearing like a rock on the sea bottom.

They have 13 venomous dorsal spines which deliver the poison on impact. This venom is a particularly potent poison that inflicts excruciating pain and can be fatal to humans if not treated immediately. The stonefish is one of the most deadly fish in the world for this reason. The extreme treatment of limb amputation is sometimes the only option. If stung by a Stonefish, apply heat treatment.

Submerge the affected area in non scalding water (43-45 C) for 30-90 minutes. To avoid being stung by a Stonefish in the first place, keep off the bottom whilst swimming. When walking the shallow water keep your feet in contact with the ground and slide them over the surface. If you do come across a Stonefish and are walking in this shuffling motion you will harmlessly push it away rather than be pierced by its poisonous dorsal spines.

Always wear boots with hard soles and long shafts to minimize this risk.

The Spotted Snake Eel is an ambush predator, stealthily seeking prey. Although it mimics behaviors of it’s venomous cousin, the sea snake’s bite is nonpoisonous.

Rabbitfish (Siganidae)

These innocent looking fish like to hide in sandy lagoons and get their name from their tiny mouths which supposedly resemble that of a rabbit. They have very sharp dorsal fins which produce venom. If pierced, a person inflicted experiences a lot of pain and swelling. For relief, immerse the affected area in hot water in order to denature the poison.

Bluespotted Stingrays (Taeniura lymma) The late Steve Irvin, a world famous crocodile hunter, nature lover and TV presenter, met an untimely end because of an encounter with a stingray. These elasmobranchs have very venomous barbs on their tail that they can use for self defense. A stab in the torso can kill a human, just as what happened to the crocodile hunter himself when the barb pierced his heart.

Even the small Bluespotted stingrays have powerful barbs on their tail that has struck people in their legs and arms. This very painful event has on many occasions required a surgical procedure for the removal of the remains of the barb. The healing period that follows this surgery is often very painful.

Scorpionfish (Scorpaenidae)

The Scorpionfish are only slightly more likely to be spotted by divers, but are still very good at camouflage. Just like Stonefish, they remain motionless as they wait to ambush their prey. To avoid being pierced by their poisonous dorsal fins, follow the same safety precautions as for the stonefish.

Great Barracuda (Sphyraena barracuda) These underwater Doberman’s are well armed predators, with very sharp teeth. The larger ones can be very territorial and aggressive, and all of them are attracted by shiny objects which they might confuse with small

These predators are armed with very sharp teeth and a highly aggressive nature. Great Barracuda’s are very territorial and have a penchant for shiny objects.

fish. For example, dangling a leg in the water with an ankle bracelet on should be avoided.

Shark Shark is an apex predator, fortunately for this species and the environment Shark fishing of any kind is banned in the Kingdom so we are not to mess around with mother nature anymore.

Gruesome piles of dead shark in the markets should be something of the past and not to be seen anymore. Sharks have been known to assist and keep alive lost divers. One diver lost in the sea for more than two nights, person was exhausted but the shark kept him awake so not to sink and drown. Eating shark is detrimental to your health. Shark contains high levels of methylmercury, a potent neurotoxin that affects the brain, spinal cord and liver.

High mercury levels has also been linked to infertility in men. Shark soup or ecotours? Sharks are much more valuable alive than dead.

Homo Sapiens Homo Sapien is mostly terrestrial, but occasionally ventures out into the oceans.

Beware of this sea explorer and fish collector. Homo Sapien displays random acts of behavior, from extreme kindness and integration with other species to exercising violent behavior such as skewering metal probes into fish and coral.

Homo sapiens are often unpredictable, hunting for prey even when not hungry and leaving behind a trail of plastics and other waste that kills other sea creatures long after the Homo Sapien is long gone.

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Red Sea Coast

Marsa Al-Ahlam

Rescue & Safety Diving Training The Marsa Al-Ahlam diving centers has officially established a deal with the Royal Saudi Navy to instruct 32 trainees in Rescue and Safety diving. The diving centers will also be responsible for training the employees of the Department of Civil Defense and other government agencies.

The first local organization specializing in sea navigation and sea rescue, Marsa AlAhlam is a holder of the international quality certificate from the Bureau Veritas (ISO 2009-9001). It offers diving courses and programs for a variety of individuals in order to accomplish its aim of becoming a pioneer and leader in marine-based tourism.

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Al-Ahlam Marine Contact: Marketing Manager Head Office - King Road Dream Diver King Road +966-2-2150018 Tel: +966-2-4209590 Ahmad Al-Disoqi Tel: +966-2-2150023 Corniche +966-2-6949942 Fax: +966-2-4209592 Mobile: +966-504385223 Fax: +966-2-2150021 Website: www.alahlam-marine.com Yanbu: Tel: +966-4-3574333 Al-Lith: Tel: +966-7-7425800

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Dive Shops

& Dive Resorts

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

BLUE REEF DIVERS Location: Behind Danube, off Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6613931 info@bluereefdivers.com Opening hours: Sat - Wed: 9 AM - 11 PM Thu - Fri: 7 AM - 11 PM Branch: Durrat Al-Arous (50km north of Jeddah) Tel: +966-546154356

DESERT SEA DIVERS Location: On North Obhur Rd. (Creek), near Rose Village Compound GPS: N21°43.685’, E39°06.449’ Tel: +966-2-6561807 Fax: +966-2-6561288 info@desertseadivers.com www.desertseadivers.com Opening hours Sat - Wed: 10 AM - 8 PM Thu - Fri: 7 AM - 8 PM Mondays closed!

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

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

Beach Resorts Andalus Resort: +966-2-6561444 Blue Beach: +966-2-2341900 Coral Beach: +966-2-6561343 Crystal: +966-2-656 8888 Dive Village: +966-2-6561980 Durrat Al-Arous: +966-2-6180000 Fal: +966-2-656 0033 Movenpick: +966-2-6555550 Nakheel: +966-2-6066644 Obhur Resort: +966-2-6563030 Remal: +966-2-6561880 Reem Riviera: +966-2-2342332 Sheraton: +966-2-234 2264

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

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

Hans Sjoeholm Dive Coordinator

Looking for the basics or instructor level courses?

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

Contact: +966551070190 hans@destinationjeddah.com 59 DESTINATION JEDDAH JEDDAH 59 DESTINATION

Dining

Around Town

Noodles Chinese Food with Style

With breathtaking seaside views and a warm inviting décor, Noodles will not disappoint diners who are looking for a true taste of China and a feast for all the senses.

As if that wasn’t incentive enough to pay a visit to this restaurant, Noodles has recently introduced “A Taste of Sichuan”, aimed at bringing the flavors of southwestern China a mix of hot, sour, sweet and salty dishes using garlic, chili peppers and unique local peppercorn with prices starting from SAR150, In addition the shrimp promotion, offering “large jumbo shrimps flash cooked to perfection and tossed in a delicate oyster sauce, served at the table in a sizzling pan and accompanied with fresh Chinese salad.”

With prices starting at SAR165 per person, this promotion runs throughout May and 60 DESTINATION JEDDAH

June. Another added value is that Noodles diners can watch chefs prepare their meal at the restaurant’s open show-kitchen.

Set on the first floor with panoramic views of the Red Sea, *Noodles* is a popular dining destination among Jeddah residents and Rosewood Corniche guests for its warm atmosphere and engaging chefs.

The restaurant is open from Friday to Tuesday from 12:30pm to midnight and until 1:00am on Wednesday and Thursday.

Location: Rosewood Hotel Tel: +966-2-2578888

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A Taste of Indonesia: Dindin, Satay, & Rendan, Oh My!

Indonesian food is a well-known favorite among Jeddah locals. It’s variety of succulently spicy meat and chicken dishes and flavorful soups and appetizers appeal to anyone who enjoys a filling meal at surprisingly affordable prices.

Indonesian restaurants offering takeout meals and catering can be found all over Jeddah but there are a distinct few who bring out the best in this delectable cuisine.

Indonesian food is typically very flavorful, using spices and vegetables not often used in other dishes.

Such favorites as satay (grilled meat or chicken on a stick), rendan (Indonesian curry made with either chicken or meat), and dindin (dried fried beef) are great accompanied with a bowl of steamed rice. This cuisine also features krupuk (crispy prawn-flavored crackers) which is usually eaten along with the main dish.

Although many Jeddahwis have no doubt visited their local Indonesian restaurant around the corner for a quick and convenient campur, a dish of white rice accompanied with several small servings of other dishes. This is also a great way to introduce yourself to Indonesian cuisine. A few restaurants that are definitely ahead of the pack in terms of food quality are the famous Gado Gado and Putri Sri Wijaya, both of which offer an authentic taste of Indonesian culture through their extremely reasonable priced dishes.

Location: Gado Gado: Heraa St. Tel: +966-2-6993330 Putri Sri Wijaya: Intersection of Madina Rd. & King Abdullah St. 62 DESTINATION JEDDAH

Photo by Michael Bou Nacklie

L’Olivo:

Italian sandwiches and so much more

Photos by Effat Sabban

Nestled between Chamelle Plaza and Gardenia on Arafat St. sits the small Italian style speciality sandwich store. Standing like something out of a parallel universe, it is the spitting image of an Italian butcher’s shop and once you push the white door open you feel instantly transported to a old Italy.

Wooden shelves flank every angle of the place with all sorts of imported goodies like chocolate powder from the Dominican Republic, packaged in Germany, to olive oil and canned tomatoes.

Every sandwich is hand made in front of you but this is no Subway. All of the ingredients are meticulously chopped sliced and turned into sandwich masterpieces before your very eyes. If you’re in a rush this probably shouldn’t be your first choice since the

order takes generally longer because the ingredients are all much fresher and are carefully refrigerated to keep them as crisp and tasty as possible.

So next time you hear your stomach grumbling, stop by L’Olivo if you want something different from the usual fast food you ingest.

Location: Hamra Dist., Arafat st.

Tel: +966-2-6687494 DESTINATION JEDDAH 63

Mister Burger If you’ve ever had a lazy day, the thought of biting into a rich juicy burger has probably crossed your mind at least once.

If that’s the case then Mister Burger should definitely be on your list of places to visit. Located roughly halfway between Al-Kayyal and Sari, Mister Burger with his burger-ific head and smart green jacket does the burger justice. All too often, burger restaurants overcook or simply turn meat to carbon and slap it between two buns. Mister Burger is different. He even says so on his menu urging you to have it “my way”. With thick and juicy burger patties “it’s not new, it’s different,” not to mention it’s one of the few if not the only place to serve certified black angus beef.

Although the location is small and lacks a family section, it makes up for it by hitting you in the face with the sweet smell of a grilled steak. What makes this place even better is that everything hovers around the SR15 mark so you won’t be breaking the bank.

With the expected 50’s paraphernalia littering the walls, the entire place is a good spot to catch some relaxing bites into a delicious burger despite the busy traffic zipping by just outside the door. For those of you not interested in making the trip out, Mister Burger delivers. So get that phone out and call.

Location: Hammad Al-Jasser St. Tel: +966-2-6822223 E-mail: mr.burger.info@gmail.com

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AREEKA

By Samar Al-Shami

Areeka is a popular Hijazi breakfast dish made of dates, usually served with Arabic coffee as a dessert or as a snack.

Ingredients

1 cup of brown flour 1 cup of white flour 2 glasses of warm water Salt 2 cups of seedless dates Half-cup butter 1 tsp Cardamom powder

Preparation Method: 1. Mix both flour with warm water and add half teaspoon of salt to the mix. Cook in the oven for 20 minutes at a medium temperature.

2. Mix the cooked dough in a bowl, along with the dates, cardamom and butter. Make sure that the dough is still hot as you will need to mix all ingredients together by hand.

3. Put the mix in a plate, garnish it with almond and serve it warm.

Mystery Diner a vegetable salad Pick Perch with

By Frederik J Whitehead *Frederik J Whitehead is the head chef at Voila restaurant.

Often associated with French and central European culture, potato gratin is a popular dish found around the world, especially in the Middle East. Not ideal if you’re looking to save on calories, it is often served to accompany a meat dish.

Ingredients

1 red pepper 1/2 cucumber 1 yellow zucchini 3 large Chinese cabbage leaves Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper 4 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons sherry vinegar

Preparation Method:

1. Cut the peppers in half and remove the stalk and the seeds, then cut the flesh into 5mm dice and place in a mixing bowl. Cut the cucumber in half and remove the seeds with a spoon, then cut into 5mm dice and add to the mixing bowl. Top and tail the yellow zucchini and cut lengthways into 5mm thick strips, then into 5mm dice. Add to the bowl. Lay the cabbage leaves flat on top of one another and cut into 5mm strips, then into 5mm dice. Add to the bowl.

2. Preheat a barbecue, grill or griddle pan and the oven to 180˚C/gas 4. Season the pick perch fillets with salt and pepper, and brush with a little of the olive oil. Place the fillets, skin side to the heat, on the barbecue, grill or griddle pan and cook for 1 minute on each side. Transfer to an ovenproof dish and cook in the oven for a further 6 minutes.

3. Add the sherry vinegar and remaining olive oil to the diced vegetables and toss together.

Season with salt and pepper to taste, then put on a serving dish and top with the cooked pick perch fillets.

Le Notre (Tahlia) I’ve always appreciated a good grilled calamari salad, and though the first thought that comes to mind when someone mentions “Le Notre” is delicious calorie-packed desserts, you might be surprised to find out that they serve some really good lunches and dinners.

As a location, it’s ideal. On the corner of Tahlia at Maidan al Saif, it’s easy to find.

The service was friendly, and though slightly hesitant and confused, they did make up for it with eagerness to please. The cocktails we ordered were pretty good too, (the passion fruit cocktail is especially refreshing now that the heat is returning).

For a main course, the grilled beef fillet comes with greens and potato wedges. For such a simple dish it was both tasty and satisfying, and when it was ordered medium rare, they got it right.

As to the shisha, (yes, Le Notre does serve shisha in Jeddah) there is a special shisha section in the glassed-in terrace. That’s good because then people who don’t want the smoke to ruin their dining experience can sit in the main dining area. The terrace is also lovely during lunch, due to all the natural light and foliage surrounding you.

Now the dessert..... out of the wide variety of mouth-watering deserts, I had to limit myself to one. The millefeuille. It comes with a delicious raspberry sauce that’s just a tiny bit tart, which to me makes all the difference.

All in all, it’s definitely going up in my list of places to take friends to. Especially if they’re from out of town and we want a relaxing dining experience.

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Restaurants

Directory American

Americano Burger Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-6728488 American Corner Khalideya st.

Tel: +966-2-6060188 Applebees Andalus st.

Tel: +966-2-6610012 Chili’s Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6634760 Fuddruckers Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6686330 Manhattan Hilton Hotel Tel: +966-2-6590000 Muchos Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6613111 Mugg & Bean Serafi Megamall Tel: +966-2-6573333 ext. 334 On The Border Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-2150841 Ruby Tuesday Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6501999 Steak House Malek Rd. Tel: +966-2-6829955 T.G.I Friday’s Andalus st.

Tel: +966-2-6529330 The Texan Meridien Hotel Tel: +966-2-6633333 Tony Roma’s Mall of Arabia Tel: +966-2-6123534 Uno’s Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-6221320

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Asian Fusion

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

Bakery

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

Tel: +966-2-6062000 Le Gourmet Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6605061 Le Notre Tahlia st.

Tel: +966-2-6602803 Le Vendome King Rd Tel: +966-2-6924606 Lite Bite Sari St Tel: +966-2-6989081 Obhur Tel: +966-2-6562262 Munch Bakery Arafat St. Tel: +966-2-6605010 Samadi Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6642424

Brazilian

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

Chocolates

Anoosh Sari St. Tel: +966-2-6832209 Chocolate Corner Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6630449 Ganache Rawadah St. Tel: +966-2-6601390 Caramel Rawda St. Tel: +966-2-6688527 Chocoline Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-2842846 Dactylifera Prince Sultan St. Tel: 92008182 Miss Chocolate Rawda St. Tel: +966-2-6638989 Patchi Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6695858 Studio Chocolate Khalideya St. Tel: +966-545426500 Voila chocolate Millenium center Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6684343 Stars Avenue Tel: +966-2-2754411

Chinese

Baytote (Chinese Delivery) Rawdah Dist.

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

Xian Gong Sheraton Hotel Tel: +966-2-6992212

Coffee & Tea Shops

Best Cup Khalideya St. Tel:+966-2-6063619 Book cafe Prince sultan St. Tel:+966-2-66831830 Campioni sports cafe Batarji St. Tel: +966-2-6395695 Cappuccino Grand cafe Hamra Dist.

Tel:+966-2-2891009 Chai & Ba Khalideya Dist.

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

Tel: +966-2-2753914 Coffee Republic Corniche St. Tel:+966-2-6637575 Costa Coffee Sari St. Tel: +966-2-6067741 Craze Rawda Star Center Tel: +966-2-6653065 Deera cafe King Rd Tel: +966-2-2754491 joffrey’s coffee Tahalia St. Tel: +966-2-6677234 Melange Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6695619 Soleil Rosewood Hotel Tel: +966-2-2578888 Starbucks Sari St. Tel: +966-2-6067790 Tea Amo Tahlia St./ Coral Mall Tel: +966-2-6601738 TeaGschwendner Red Sea Mall Tel: +966-2-2150695 Teayana Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6681660 Tea rose andalus St. Tel:+966-2-6688233 Uromshi cafe prince sultan St. Tel: +966-2-6066668

Dates Bateel

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

Fast Food Al-Tazaj Tahlia St Tel:+966-2-6683371 Big Bite Rawdah St. Tel: 920001219 Burgarino Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6647928 Burger King Sari st.

Tel: +966-2-6394375 Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-6836062 Capo Grillo Khalideya Dist.

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

Tel: +966-2-2574747 Gado Gado Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6514774 Obhur Tel: +966-2-6560787 Hardee’s Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6528338 Herfy Corniche Road Tel: +966-2-6829276 Hot Waves Corniche Road Tel: +966-2-2757241 Jan Burger Hera’a St. Tel: +966-2-6924679 Joe’s Diner Khalideya Dist.

Tel: 920005637

Discover the Oriental Cuisine Enjoy our daily fine dining lunch and dinner at Mataam Al Sharq. for reservation please call 02 659 9999 Ext 7266

Refined Italian dining at its best.

Come and enjoy BiCE daily Business Lunch starting from SR. 130* * Prices are subject to 15% service charge

For reservation please call: 02 659 9999 Ext. 7155

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

Tel: +966-2-6654264 Khalideya Dist.

Tel:+966-2-60647171 Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6676991 Papa John’s Hera’a St. Tel: +966-2-6999624 Pizza Hut Hamra Dist.

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

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

Tel: +966-2-6063493 Wonder Burger Delivery Tel:+966-2-2830808 DESTINATION JEDDAH 67

French

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

International

Al-Amwaj Hilton Jeddah Tel: +966-2-6590000 Al-Safina Hilton Hotel Tel: +966-2-6590000 Al-Shurafa Al-Hamra Dist Tel: +966-2-6602743 Al-Shurafa Lounge Qasr Al-Sharq Tel: +966-2-6599999 Andalusia Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-6063210 Barnie’s Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6696201 Beaux Arts Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6983028 Black Rose Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6672953 Blue Diamond Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6605301 /6605310 Bubbles Andalus St. 68 DESTINATION JEDDAH

Tel: +966-2-6697655 Café Aroma Al-Hamra Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6605160 Café Céramique Malek Rd. & Sari St. Tel: +966-2-2754668 Cast & Crew Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-2616770 Gelato Palestine St. Tel: +966-2-6635524 Green Island Corniche Rd. Tel: +966-2-6941234 /6940999 Harley Café Tahlia St. Tel:+966-2-6651010 Habsburg Rosewood Hotel Tel: +966-2-2578888 Java Lounge Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6693393

Joooss Corniche St. Tel: +966-2-2757090 Le Chalet Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6642330 Le Notre Café Alhamra Dist Tel: +966-2-6517527 Lolita Café Obhur Tel: +966-2-6562369 Lost City Alhamra Dist Tel: +966-2-6655773 Montarosa prince sultan St. Tel: +966-2-6391393 Pearls Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6642233 Senses Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6514375 Sibon Prince Sultan St.

Tel: +966-2-6063143 Tche Tche cafe Prince sultan St. Tel: +966-2-6223091 Toasted Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-2616747 Vertigo Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6633241 Waterlemon Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-2848999 White Sari St. Tel: +966-2-6068171 Zodiac Palestine St. Tel: +966-2-6607548

Ice Cream

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

Italian

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

Tel: +966-2-6652281 Ciao Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6653710 Il Gusto Palestine St. Tel: +966-2-6600337 Il Gabiano Corniche St. Tel: +966-2-6587042 Il Villaggio Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6688233 Il Porto Westin Hotel Tel: +966-2-6588200 Isabella Al-Zahra Dist.

Tel: +966-2-2566008 Lallo’s Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6614719 Obhur Tel: +966-2-6561113 l’Olivio Arafat St. Tel: +966-2-6687494 La Promenade Café Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6688712 La Villa Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6673434 Maggianos Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6606625 Olio Stars Avenue Tel:+966-2-2754811 Pizza Fusion Rawda Star Center Tel: +966-2-2616933 Pizza Lenou Corniche Rd Tel: +966-2-6140663 Pizza Napoli Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6927796 Portofino Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6655855 Salues Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6680335

Now Open in Jeddah for reservation: 02-2891009 www.grupocappuccino.com

Japanese

Benihana Sands Hotel / Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6692020 Ginza i chome Rosewood Hotel Tel: +966-2-2578888 Le Japonais Westin Jeddah Tel: +966-2-6588200 Shogun Lounge Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-6062288 Sushi Yushi Attallah Center Tel: +966-2-6997854 Tempura Yakituri

Sari St. Tel: +966-2-6392468 Wakame Rawdah St. Tel:+966-2-6682003

Middle-Eastern Abu Shakra Al-Hamra Dist Tel: +966-2-6645111 Abu Zaid Hera’a St Tel: +966-2-6936633 Al-Fairouz King Fahad St. Tel: +966-2-6703911 Al-Nakheel

Cornhice St. Tel:+966-2-6066644 Al-Wada’a Corniche Rd Tel: +966-2-6555550 Al-Rausha Hera’a St. Tel: +966-2-6541460 Al-Zawaqa Sari St. Tel: +966-2-6916004 Areej Zaman Sultan Bin Salman St. Tel:+966-2-6597122 Bhar Sari St. Tel: +966-2-6973420 Bait Al-Buff Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-6917578 Beiruiti Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6686354 Obhur Tel: +966-2-6562606 Byblos Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6697655 Café Blanc Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-2848777 Cusine Halawani Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6688900 French toast Tel: +966-2-6397773 Goodies Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6657721 Stars Avenue Tel: +966-2-2754527 Grand Prix Café Corniche Tel: +966-2-2631846 Green Island Café Corniche Tel: +966-2-6990090 Kan Ya Makan Al-Hamra Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6697777 Manuosha Sari St. Tel: +966-2-2565275 DESTINATION JEDDAH 69

Mataam Al-Sharq Qasr Al-Sharq Tel: +966-2-6599999 Palm Beach Salamah Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6394007 Redan Tel: +966-2-6542949 Roody Across from Al-Shatee Souk Tel: +966-2-6919126 Free Delivery: 8007555544 Saddah Tel: +966-2-6055982 Shami Corniche St. Tel: +966-2-6065353 Shawermatak Tahlia St. Tel:+966-2-6688994 Sheesh Kabaab Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6712047 Sheikh Manqoush Imam Malik Rd off Sari St. Tel: +966-2-6837330 Shoro Quraish St. Tel: +966-2-6626246 Taktaka Khalideyah Tel: +966-2-6064148/ 6060790 Yildizlar Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6531150

Moroccan

Nosh Lounge Herra St. Tel: +966-2-6543888

Persian

Al-Khayyam Hilton Hotel Tel: +966-2-6590000 Jahan Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6571427 Sultani Andalus St. Tel:+966-2-6693898 Tikka Express Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6631825 /6615149 70 DESTINATION JEDDAH

Notes

T: 02 2566008 Al Zahra Dist. behind Sierra Compound

Sea Food

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

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

Sweets/Dessert

Al-Mahawi Sari St. Tel: +966-2-2575739 Al-Samadi Sweets Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6642424 Cheesecake Factory Tahlia St. Tel:+966-2-6690895 Dactylifera Prince Sultan St. Tel: +920008182

Dunkin Donuts Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6919652 House of Donuts Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6675224 House of Kunafa Sari St. Tel: +966-2-6918125 Krispy Kreme Stars Avenue Mall Tel: +966-2-2754744 Sa’d Al-Deen Sweets Sari St. Tel: +966-2-2752600 Shakuna Desserts Rawdah Dist Tel: +966-540409144 La Vendome Tel: +966-2-6924606

South-Asian

Mahrajah Palestine St. Tel: +966-2-6656558 Marhaba Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6636201 Raj Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-2632137 Shezan Sari St. Tel: +966-2-6621086 Taj Mahal Khalideya Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6979698

Thai

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

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Fa’ed Ta’am is a local charity association that will visit your home to collect leftover meals.

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Photos courtesy of 2010 FIFA World Cup Organising Committee in South Africa

Travel Trends

FIFA 2010 South Africa:

The Countdown Begins

by Dina Ismail

Can you feel the excitement? Even for those of us who do not follow football, it’s impossible not to feel the rhythm of South Africa, the 2010 host for the FIFA World Cup, calling to us.

The fifth and final phase of ticket sales for the event began April 14th for the matches that will take place in nine South African host cities.

Getting There Emirates FIFA World Cup Package

Jeddah – Cape Town/Durban/Johannesburg – Jeddah Dates vary on type of ticket These packages include hotel accommodation, and the international return flight (Economy Class). Prices vary according to package customization.

Emirates allows you to customize this package by changing both the departure city and destination city and the type of ticket (which depends on which match and what team you are interested in.) *For more information, visit: www.fifa.emiratespackages.com *Please note that soccer fans are required to apply and procure the “special event” visas in order to attend the FIFA 2010 World Cup. Be sure to check the requirements for your country.

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Photos courtesy of SA Tourisim

Explore South Africa –

This beautiful country has much more than to offer than a passion for soccer. For every type of traveler, South Africa will provide you with an unforgettable experience.

Nature-Lovers

It goes without saying that Africa is safari paradise and South Africa will not disappoint. After the match, how about a trip to Kruger National Park for a “Big 5 Safari” (lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo)? Take your own vehicle or a guided walk by a park ranger in order to learn more about the fascinating savannas of Africa.

Retail Therapy

It may surprise you that Cape Town is actually a fantastic shopping destination for the jaded world traveler. Forego designer luxury for originality and visit the local markets for some beautiful souvenirs and traditional arts and crafts.

Beach Bums

With thousands of miles of beautiful coastline, South Africa’s beaches are not to be missed.

The famed Blue Flat beaches, recognized as a shining example of coastal conservation, are a perfect beginning or end to a harried day of football matches and screaming fans.

Alternative Adventurers

Stray off the beaten track and partake in some of South Africa’s signature and slightly more unusual activities. Hot air balloons and paragliders are very popular for both nature-watchers and sightseers.

Theme Park Junkies

Extremely family-friendly, South Africa is famed for its theme parks that encapsulate the essence of the country’s heritage. The Gold Reef City Park near Johannesburg, features tribal dancing, and information about marine life and gold mining to entertain and educate visitors.

History Buffs

The South African term ubuntu means “I am, because we are.” In this spirit of community and togetherness, take a tour through a South African township to learn about the nation’s history with apartheid, try some local delicacies and experience tribal dances and ceremonies.

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Travel

Directory Airlines Airport Information Tel: +966-2-6855526 Air Algerie Tel: +966-2-6515232 Air Arabia Tel: 920013322 Air Canada / United Airlines Tel: +966-2-2632959 Air France Tel: +966-2-6512000 Air India Tel: +966-2-2632994 Air Sahara Tel:+966-2-6641233 American Airlines Tel: +966-2-6651333 Ariana Afghan Airlines Tel: +966-2-6611222 Austrian Airlines Tel: +966-2-6644222 British Airways Tel: +966-2-92000 2215 Biman Bangaladesh Airlines Tel: +966-2-6652733 BMI-British Midland Tel: +966-2-263 3009 Cathay Pacific Airways Tel: +966-2-6670224 Continental Airlines Tel: +966-2-6693376 Cyprus Airways Tel: +966-2-6696304 Dallo Airlines Tel: +966-2-6513008 Delta Airlines Tel: +966-2-6570555 Ethiopian Airlines Tel: +966-2-6512996 Egypt Airlines Tel: +966-2-6449007 Etihad Airways Tel: +966-2-6640026 Garuda Indonesia Tel: +966-2-6656121 Gulf Air Tel: +966-2-6680303 Jet Airways Tel: +966-2-6602332 Kenya Airways / Korean Airlines 74 DESTINATION JEDDAH

Tel: +966-2-2632959 Ext. 108 Kuwait Airways Tel: +966-2-6675415 KLM Royal Dutch Airlines Tel: +966-2-6512000 Ext.43 Iran Air Tel: +966-2-6656975 Lufthansa Airlines/ Swiss International Airlines Tel: +966-2-6514000 Malaysian Airlines Tel: +966-2-6670011 Middle East Airlines Tel: +966-2-6449150 Nas Air Tel: 920001234 Oman Airlines Tel: +966-2-6577979 Pakistan International Airlines Tel: +966-2-6422642 Phillipine Airlines / Singapore Airlines Tel: +966-2-2632959 Ext.100 Qatar Airways Tel: +966-2-6652942 Royal Air Moroc Tel: +966-2-6502222 Royal Jordanian Airlines Tel: +966-2-6652195 Sama Tel: 920005588 Saudi Arabian Airlines Tel: 920022222 Syrian Arab Airlines Tel: +966-2-6513077 Thai Airways Tel: +966-2-6613524 Turkish Airlines Tel: +966-2-6636787 Wafeer Tel: +966-2-4202510 Yemenia Airlines Tel: +966-2-6445564

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

Al-Andalus Toppna Delux Villas (4-star) Tel: +966-2-6632369 Al-Aziziah Hotel (3-star) Tel: +966-2-6492900 Al-Bader Hotel (5-star) Tel: +966-2-6310000 Al-Bay’ah Hotel (3-star) Tel: +966-2-6444446 Al-Balad Hotel (3-star) Tel: +966-2-6442179 Al-Bustan Hotel (4-star) Tel: +966-2-6692164 Al-Bilad Hotel (4-star) Tel: +966-2-694 4777 Al-Dar Al-Baydaa (4-star) Tel: +966-2-6827771 Al-Fayrouz Hotel (3-star) Tel: +966-2-6270696 Al-Hamra Sofitel Hotel (5-star) Tel: +966-2-6602000 Al-Haya Jeddah Continental (4-star) Tel: +966-2-6633332 Al-Hofouf Hotel Tel: +966-2-6520100 Al-Janadreia Apartments Tel: +966-2-6173824 Al-Janoub Hotel (2-star) Tel: +966-2-6486844 Al-Kaki Hotel (4-star) Tel: +966-2-6310071 Al-Malekah Hotel Tel: +966-2-6751764 Al-Manea Hotel (5-star) Tel: +966-2-6823509 Al-Msaadeyah Hotel (3-star) Tel: +966-2-6603116 Al-Nahdha Hotel (3-star) Tel: +966-2-6471158 Al-Nakheel Hotel (3-star) Tel: +966-2-6475127 Al-Saaha Hotel (4-star) Tel: +966-2-6514121 Al-Waha Hotel (4-star) Tel: +966-2-6715043 Ascor Co Tel: +966-2-6066425 Cairo Hotel (3-star) Tel: +966-2-6483870 Crown Plaza (5-star) Tel: +966-2-6611000

Airlines

Dallah Airport Hotel (4-star) Tel: +966-2-6857788 Dourat Cornich Hotel (5-star) Tel: +966-2-6561225 Habitat Hotel (4-star) Tel: +966-2-2578800 Jeddah Hilton (5-star) Tel: +966-2- 6590000 Holiday Inn (5-star) Tel: +966-2-6314000 InterContinental (5-star) Tel: +966-2- 6611800 Jeddah Marriott Hotel (5-star) Tel: +966-2-6714000 Jeddah Orchid (4-star) Tel: +966-2-6070777 Le Meridien Jeddah (5-star) Tel: +966-2-6633333 Movenpick (4-star) Tel: +966-2-6676655 Park Hyatt Jeddah (5-star) Tel: +966-2-2639666 Qasr Alsharq (5-star) Tel: +966-2-6599999 Radisson SAS (5-star) Tel: +966-2-6521234 Ramada (5-star) Tel: +966-2-6670777 Red Sea Palace (4-star) Tel: +966-2-6428555 Rosewood Corniche (5-star) Tel: +966-2-2578888 Sands Hotel (4-star) Tel: +966-2-6692020 Sand Dunes Hotel (4-star) Tel: +966-2-2562020 Sheraton Hotel (5-star) Tel: +966-2-6992212 Sunset Hotel (4-star) Tel: +966-2-6605000 Westin (5-star) Tel: +966-2-6588200

Travel Agencies Ace Travel TEL: +966-2-6056002 www.ace-travel.com Al-Tayyar Group Hotline: 9200 12333 Tel: +966-2-6577333 www.altayyargroup.com Al-Zouman Travel & Tourism Tel: +966-2-6512525 www.alzouman.com.sa Alireza Travel & Tours Tel: + 966-2-6481360 www.Alirezatravel.com Anan Tours Tel: + 966-2-6659916 www.anantours.com Attar Travel & Tourism Tel: +966-2-6611222 www.attar-travel.com

Hotels

Bin Raffah Travel & Tourism Tel: +966-2-6644111 Bin Mahfoudh Travel & Tourism Tel: +966-2-6481055 Ejazati Tel: +966-2-6530055 www.ejazti.com Elaf Travel & Tourism Tel: +966-2-6646559 www.elaf group.com Fal Travel & Tourism Tel: +966-2-6838999 www.faltravel.com.sa Fernas Travel & Tourism Tel: +966-2-6677472 www.fernastravel.com Intercontinental Travel Company Tel: +966 -2- 6677988 www.itc-Icc.com Kanoo Travel & Tourism Tel: +966-2-2632959 www.kanoogroup.com Mansour Al-Masaad Travel & Tourism Tel: +966-2-6647066 Mawasim Tours Tel: +966-2-6657700 Miraj Travel & Tourism Tel: +966-5-4514266 www.mirajtravel.com Nile Travel Agency Tel: +966-2-6645999 Portfolio Travel ltd.

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

Travel Agencies

Tour Operators

Tel: +966-2-6900059 www.arabiancamp.com Arabian & Expat’s Tours Tel: +966-2-6580663 trailcheta@hotmail.com Al-Shitaiwi Travel & Tourism Tel: +966-2-6794022 www.alshitaiwitours.com Platin Luxury Travel Services Tel: +966-2-6575266 www.platin.com.sa

Tour Operators Al-Samaklky foundation Tel: +966-2-6640662 www.samallaghi.com Arabian Camp DESTINATION JEDDAH 75

Religious Tourism

Islamic Centers: What goes on behind closed doors Jeddah’s

By M.A.

It’s difficult to keep politics out of everyday life, especially when it comes to faith.

Nothing has become more politicized than Islam and centers which cater to giving prospective students a fuller understanding of it. If you, like so many others have grown to be afraid of Islamic Centers, then you aren’t alone.

In the US, we’ve given up some of our freedoms in exchange for a wet blanket of security. What frightens me isn’t what Islam means to me personally but how much the world has changed. When it comes to freedom of speech and freedom of thought, diverging ideas seem to go by the wayside and there seems to only be the mainstream. What about the rest of us who want to learn more in these Islamic Centers but not raise red flags at the Department of Homeland Security at the same time? How can we come to any kind of understanding of one another if we all stay in our own little worlds?

Over the 200 years of the American union we’ve learnt to give all sorts of groups their respective rights from; African Americans, the elderly, to the disabled. But America has never struggled as much as it has in trying to understand the Muslim population within its own borders.

The cultures between East and West are already vastly different from one another.

To begin praying and following a different religion on top of that isn’t easy.

I first visited an Islamic Center in Saudi Arabia in 2006 just after my father passed away. The first time I entered the lecture room, I noticed that many of the students were wearing long black abayas, black scarves, black socks and black gloves which gave me quite a fright initially. Over time, I found that much of this black covering was because of their casual attire underneath and is a habit for many women but not actually a requirement of the center. I also found that the Islamic Center had a few activities that were actually quite fun. These included several parties, a fashion show, and an interesting lecture followed by tea, coffee, and an assortment of snacks from Arabic treats to Dunkin’ Donuts.

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My feelings about Islam are completely different, and they are my own….from my own experiences and my own perspectives.

They’re not redigested versions made by someone else. No matter which religion you follow, I strongly suggest that you to take a tour of an Islamic Center and talk to the Muslims inside before making any assumptions about them or Islam. Take one of their classes on comparative religions.

Listen, learn, and then form your own opinions. There’s really nothing to be afraid of.

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Religious

Directory

Accommodations Close to the Two Holy Mosques:

Madinah

Al-Ansar Golden Hotel (4-star) Few steps away from Al-Haram Tel: +966-4-829-0177

Al-Ansar New Place (4-star) Al-Siteen St. Tel: +966-4-820-7770

Al-Ansar Silver Hotel (4-star) Al-Siteen St. Tel: +966-4-820-7117

Al-Haram Hotel (5-star) Abi Zar Rd Tel: +966-4-818-2300

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

Hilton Madinah (5-star) King Fahad Road Few steps away from Al-Haram Tel: +966-4-820-1222

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

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

Movenpick (5-star) In front of Al-Safeya Bridge Opposite Al-Haram Tel: +966-4-818-8888

Ramada Al-Hamra(4-star) Abi Zar St. Tel: +966-4-820-8084

Ramada Al-Qibla(5-star) Islamic Court St. Tel: +966-4-816-0008

The Madinah Oberoi (3-star) Abi Zar St. Tel: +966-4-828-2222

Tel: +966-4-815-5500

Makkah

Tel: +966-4-829-0000

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

Andalus Classy Hotel (4-star) King Fahad St. Andalus Dar Al-Khair Hotel (4-star) Few steps away from Al-Haram Tel: +966-4-818-1114

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

Barakat Andalus Hotel(4-star) Al-Siteen St. Tel: +966-4-820-8884

Dallah Taibah Hotel (4-star) King Fahad St., crossing Al-Siteen St. Tel: +966-4-829-0180

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

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

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

Durrat Andalus Hotel (4-star) King Fahad St. Tel: +966-4-829-1114

Green Palace Hotel (4-star) Abi Zar St. Tel: +966-4-826-9040

Hotel Elaf Taibah (3-star) Saad Bin Maaz St. Tel: +966-4-818-0050 78 DESTINATION JEDDAH

Tel: +966-2-572-0500

Al-Kadesia Hotels (3-star) Ajyad St. Tel: +966-2-570-8066

Al-Shohada Hotel (5-star) Ajyad St. Tel: +966-2-574-4401

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

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

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

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

Hawazen Hotel (3-star) Gazzah St. Tel: +966-2-575-5575

Hilton Makkah & Towers (5star)

Hijrah St.

Tel: +966-2-534-0000

InterContinental Dar Al-Tawhid (5-star)

Ibrahim Al-Khalil St.

Tel: +966-2-541-1111

Enjoy Your Life!

By Muhammad Adb AlRahman Al-Arifi The aim of the book is to train the reader to enjoy living his life by practicing various self-development and inter-personal skills.

This book is both a practical systematic guide to self-improvement and a treasure trove of historical incidents. It increases selfawareness, whilst nurturing the soul and strengthening the spirit.

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

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

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

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

Mercure Hibatullah Hotel (4-star) Um Al-Qura St.

Getting the Best out of Al-Hajj

By Abu Muneer Ismail Davids The book provides a realistic view of Hajj as it is today, with details explanations of all the rites.

It provides Fiqh related issues about Hajj, Salah and personal behavior according to the Qur’an and Sunnah, to enable you to obtain the “best value” for your time spent in the holy cities.

Tel: +966-2-549-8855

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

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

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

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

Zam Zam Grand Suites (5-star) Adjiad St.

Available at Jarir Book Store Tel : +966-2-6827666

Tel: +966-2-571-5555

24 hours Islamic Call Centers:

Tagalog Tagalog Tagalog Tamil

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

Useful websites: Mohammed Moshfiq Al-Rahman

Asadullah Othman

Bengali

0503425235

Hajj & Umrah Visa: www.hajinformation.com

Urdu

1- www.biblioislam.net 2- www.tvquran.com 3- www.rasoulallah.net 4- www.islamonline.com 5- www.quranexplorer.com 6- www.islam-guide.com 7- www.islamweb.net 8- www.islamicity.com 9- www.theholyquran.org 10- www.al-mawrid.org DESTINATION JEDDAH 79

Healthy Living

To Spa Or Not To Spa: Revitalize Yourself

By Dina Ismail

The woman and man of 2010 are not stationary creatures. They exist within a whirlpool of deadlines, traffic lights, post its, and the other minutiae of a hectic life.

However it’s sometimes important to take a step back, take a deep breath and give something back to you. And where better to do it then at some of the spa industry’s most luxurious international offerings?

Tabacón Grand Spa Thermal Resort (Costa Rica)

Everybody knows one of the most important rules of real estate (and indeed, of life) is ‘Location, location, location!’ Tabacón doesn’t disappoint in terms of location – it is situated within an actual rainforest and features twelve natural thermal spring pools and lagoons. It also sits at the base of Arenal Volcano. The Spa specializes in hydrotherapy (the benefits of the hot springs are well documented), as well as outdoor healthy activities – among the activities offered is kayaking, rainforest sky trekking and hiking.

The Andaman (Malaysia)

Located in beautiful Langkawi, The Andaman prides itself in bringing the luxury of Eastern healing traditions to visitors from all over. There are some truly spectacular treatments available at this spa, including

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the Himalayan Crystal Body Polish, the Balinese Bathing Ceremony, and the famous Andaman Sea Wave Massage. The Andaman promotes a healthy body and a healthy mind which is why it includes jungle treks and bird watching among its nature activities.

Elounda Spa & Thalassotherapy – Blue Palace Resort & Spa (Greece)

Luxury was practically invented by the Greeks so this extension of the Blue Palace Resort & Spa in Crete should definitely not disappoint. Along with the traditional spa offerings such as Jacuzzis and saunas, this spa incorporates the great Mediterranean tradition of thalassotherapy, which is the therapeutic use of seawater, with Eastern favorites such as the Turkish hammams.

The Elounda Spa has received numerous accolades, such as 2007the Spa Finder’s Best Spa in Greece.

Ananda In The Himalayas (India)

This unique resort is truly a “destination spa”.

The former residence of a Maharaja, Ananda is located in the foothills of the majestic Himalayas. Based in Ayurveda, Yoga, and Vedanta traditions, it also offers modern therapies to appeal to the international traveler.

Offering treatments not offered anywhere else in the world, Ananda offers meditation as well as healing experiences such as Crystal Healing and wellness rituals like the incomparable Himalayan spring water ritual. Ananda also offers treatments for expectant mothers. With the breathtaking backdrop of some of the world’s tallest peaks, your mind and body will be at ease in no time.

The Spa At Calistoga Ranch (California, USA)

This truly unique spa has taken ‘going green’ to a new level by seamlessly blending into its surroundings, the beautiful Napa wilderness. Although it is custom-built to ensure that the lodge does not disturb the surrounding ecosystems, the Spa doesn’t sacrifice any luxury for function. Try the “Calistoga Cure”, an exfoliating salt body scrub followed by a private mineral bath, a polarity session, and concluded with a massage. Yoga and outdoor activities are also offered at this sustainable spa located in the heart of Napa.

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Green Living

GREEN LIVING:

Going-Green Tips

It’s important to realize that green living shouldn’t really be a second thought in today’s world, with ever-improving technology and a wealth of resources available to those who are interested.

As we all try and get more eco-conscious, children are often the last to catch on. Teaching them about being green is important in establishing an eco-lifestyle of their own.

A way of life.

EC -Gadgets The Bobble

Bid farewell to wasteful and expensive bottled water, and say hello to bobble.

Bobble’s water bottles save money by filtering your tap water as needed, thereby eliminating the need to purchase bottled water.A revolution in cheap, user-friendly and eco-friendly filtration, the bobble doesn’t just look good, it serves its purpose.

Designed by Karim Rashid, the bobble is completely recyclable and is of an easy grip, squeezable design, with a filter that is a direct extension of the mouthpiece. The mouthpiece snaps open and closed and an oval plastic cap protects it from dirt when not in use. The filter should be replaced after 300 refills. Drinking water is now fashionable...and eco-friendly.

Price: SR37 Available at http://www.waterbobble. com/#/Bobble-Water-FrontPage

Getting eco-friendly from an early age

• Studies show that planting a tree in a flowerpot in the home gives children the chance to connect with the earth as they watch the plant grow.

• Encourage your children to donate clothes and toys they’ve outgrown. Doing this every three to six months will help them avoid a cluttered closet in the future.

• Teach them to switch off the light whenever they leave the room.

• Have them go online and find creative ways to be green at www.betruegreen.com, www. kidsplanet.org and www.thegreenguide.com

rganic Shops

Stores in Jeddah that provide organic food:

Bait Al-Seha (House of Health)

Rawdah dist.

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

Organic Bakery

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

Watania Organic Products

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

Abazeer Organic Products

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

Organic Shop Nofa Holdings

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

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Saving the rainforest from your desk

Ecosia is an eco-friendly Internet search engine backed by Yahoo, Bing and the World Wide Fund For Nature (WWF). It basically works like any other search engine but, unlike others, Ecosia gives at least 80% of its advertising revenue to a rainforest protection program run by the WWF. Because of this, Ecosia users can save about two square meters of rainforest with every search

they do – without paying anything. Furthermore, all Ecosia servers run on green electricity, so they do not cause any CO2 emissions. By using Ecosia, you can turn your web searches green.

Whenever you want to search with Ecosia, you can simply go to the Ecosia homepage, type in your search terms and click the search button.

has such an unhealthy eating lifestyle and our methods of cooking practically (removes any) nutrition from (what we cook).”

Nature Hugs

By Serene Feteih

Getting out of your comfort zone is not as hard as you may think. With a little courage and selfencouragement the reward is usually always worth the risk. Nelly Dakheel had the courage to take that step last year and has transformed her home and family into eating organic food and cooking macrobiotically. Macrobiotic cooking is about being true to yourself and body.

“After online research and attending a course in Dubai, I decided to go fully organic in my home,” Dakheel said. “My children and husband resisted at first, but now they’ve gotten used to it and actually ask for it. Our society

Organic food requires a change in habits like using only wooden utensils and stainless steel pots or a pressure cooker.

Dakheel’s goal is make people more aware of the benefits of organic eating and making healthier choices in our eating and living lifestyle. She has catered for some family and friends daily meals that have been a success.

“They tell me they feel the difference, not only see it, and most of all feel more energetic after going organic (food).”

Dakheel explains that there are certain ingredients used in organic cuisine: miso paste, cooking sake, unprocessed salt, brown rice, dried shiitake mushrooms, wakame and konbu or kelp.

“I buy all organic products from Abazeer, and now I’ve started my own organic garden at home.“ Dakheel plans to give organic cooking courses in the future.

For more information Tel: +966559836824

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Health & Beauty

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

Gym & Health Centers Al-Shabab Building Tel: +966-2-2600236 Fitness Time Tel: +966-2-6226369 Gold’s Gym Tel: +966-2-6912077 Hiltonia Gym Tel: +966-2-6590000 Hummer Gym Tel: +966-2-6671212 Khalil Training Gym Tel: +966-2-6934129 King Faisal Specialist Tel: +966-2-6677777 Power In Gym Tel: +966-2-6061516 Ryan Polyclinic Tel: +966-2-6322848 Z-club Tel: +8001255552 Women Al-Nisf Al-Akhar Tel: +966-2-6710754 84 DESTINATION JEDDAH

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

Hospitals Abuzinadah Hospital Tel: +966-2-6510652 Al-Ansar Hospital Tel: +966-2-6825105 Al-Hamra Hospital Tel: +966-2-6653939 Al-Hayat Hospital Tel: +966-2-6367778 Al-Safa Tel: +966-2-6200129 Al-Quds Medical Dispensary Tel: +966-2-6970224 Bakhsh Hospital Tel: +966-2-6479666 Bugshan General Hospital Tel: +966-2-6691222 Dr. Erfan & Bagedo Hospital Tel: +966-2-6820022

Dr. Ghassan N. Pharaon General Hospital (GNP) Tel: +966-2-6823200 Dar Al-Shifa Saudi Hospital Tel:+966-2-6822900 Dr. Siddiqa Hospital Tel:+966-2-6721763 / 6721764 Dr. Soliman Fakeeh Hospital Tel: +966-2-6655000 Hai Al-Jamea Hospital Tel: +966-2-6806666 International Medical Center ( IMC ) Tel: +966-2-6509000 Jeddah Clinic Hospital Tel: +966-2-6313131 Jeddah Institute for Speech and Hearing Tel: +966-2-6675311 King Abdul Aziz University Hospital Tel: +966-2-6401000 King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research, Jeddah Tel: +966-2-6677777 / 6365028 Magrabi Eye & Ear Hospital Tel: +966-2-6365000 Mostagbal Hospital (formerly Dagastani Hospital) Tel: +966-2-6875255 Mushrifah Medical Center Tel: +966-2-6654366 New Al-Jedaani Hospital Tel: +966-2-6368100 New Jeddah Clinic Hospital (NJCH) Tel: +966-2-6675000 Saudi German Hospital Tel: +966-2-6829000 United Doctors Hospital Tel: +966-2-6533333

Pharmacies Abo Dawood Tel: +966-2-6877210 Al-Ajuwad Tel: +966-2-6473436 Al-Ameera Tel: +966-2-6055638 Al-Ansar Tel: +966-2-6050010 Al-Awad Tel: +966-2-6591800 Al-Atta Tel: +966-2-6773314 Al-Azizeyah Tel: +966-2-6206981

Gym & Health Centers

Al-Hamra Tel: +966-2-6440108 Al-Marzouki Tel; +966-2-6780538 Al-Nahdi Tel: +966-2-6976208 Al-Sudais Tel: +966-2-6737679 Tel: +966-2-6058962 Al-Wasfah Tel: +966-2-6826198 Alya Tel: +966-2-6449254 Amal Tel: +966-2-6429486 Amira Tel: +966-2-6746001 Asia Tel: +966-2-6390553 Bin Muteab Tel: +966-2-6890964 Daan Tel: +966-2-6284405 Jamjoom Tel: +966-2-6081111 Jehhar Tel: +966-2-6973401 Noura Tel: +966-2-6685500 Rana Tel: +966-2-6984972 Remedies Tel: +966-2-6563048

Hospitals

Pharmacies

catch a

Available at: -Bin Dawood -Saraway -Rosewood Hotel -Movenpick Hotel -Deera Coffee Shop

-Arabian Food Supplies -Moonmilk -Le Harly Cafe -Andalusia Restaurant www.fireflytonics.com -Starbucks

Spa & Beauty Centers

Al-Megayena Tel: +966-2-6655763 Alexandre Zouari Tel: +966-2-6656161 Beauty Alliance Tel: +966-2-6681381 Body Line (men only) Tel: +966-2-2631859 Bouthaina Tel: +966-2-6631809 /6691901 Carmen Center Tel: +966-2-6648122 Chamelle Plaza Tel: +966-2-6656807 Dar Al-Moda Tel: +966-2-6526660 Dr. Edrees Foot Spa Tel: +966-5-00506507 E Spa Tel: +966-2-2632093 EVE Salons Tel: +966-2-6985787 Garra rufa Tel: +966-2-2635018 Jaques Dessange 86 DESTINATION JEDDAH

Location: First floor Roshana Mall Tel: +966-2-2635018

Beauty: Dermalogical, Hair Care, Manicure, Pedicures: Nailtique products, Gel & Arcrylic nails: Young Nails. Eye care, Massage, Waxing.

Home Service available. * Now Doctor Fish Manicure & Pedicure

Al-Rawdah Dist. Al-Kayal st. Tel: +966-544408585

Spa & Beauty Centers

Tel: +966-2-6695458 Jamalouki Tel: +966-2-6651888 Lamasat Tel: +966-2-6834002 Lila’s Beauty Parlour Tel: +966-2-6622676 Lucie Saint Clair Tel: +966-2-2832020 Mana Center Tel: +966-2-6066628 Mervat Beauty Center Tel: +966-2-6630676 Miracle Beauty Parlour Tel: +966-2-6739597 Nadoleen Beauty Center Tel: +966-2-6633972 Nail care Tel: +966-544408585 Nirvana Tel:+966-2-6681634 Oriana Tel: +966-2-6220773 Planet Beach Tel: +8001247776 Serenity Center Tel: +966-2-6648353 Soleil d’Or Spa Tel: +966-2-2842233 Spada Tel: 920010099 The Spa by Clarins Paris Tel: +966-2-6599999 Viva La Vie Tel: +966-2-6929163 Tel: +966-2-6060338 Zowaina Tel: +966-2-6656311 7L House of Beauty & SPA Tel: +966-2-6532812

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

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

Test your Perception!

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

Crosswords ACROSS

1. The size of your food is called a______.

4. Meat is high in _______.

6. Not using pesticides on produce.

8. Physical activity to maintain health.

9. Agreat source of omega3 oils.

10. The state you want your vegetables.

2. A great hazard to one’s health , mainly heart and lungs.

11. A natural, healthy source of sugar, produced by an insect.

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2. The best source of vitamin D. 3. A root that is very good for your immune system.

5. A measur of energy expenditure.

7. Keeping your body ______with water.

12. A workout that brings up one’s heart rate.

10. high in fiber , vitamins and water. can be juiced too.

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

Blood Breakfast Breast milk Calories Diet Fats Fever Fiber Fruit Healthy Hospital Illnesses Juice Junk food Medicine Nutrition Protein Rest Stomachache Teeth Vegetables Vitamin Water

Test your education knowledge!

1 - Which is the non-contagious disease that is the most common in the world?

2 - Which is the largest gland in the human body?

3 - Which is the largest organ in the human body?

4 - A person of which of the following blood groups is called a universal donor?

5 - How many bones are there in the human body?

6 - Which is the longest bone in the adult human body?

7 - How many teeth in an adult human mouth?

8 - How often do humans dream each night, on average?

Crosswords: Across :In Law, Rings, Bouquet, Family, Dress, Theme, Honeymoon, Happiness, Newllyweeds Down: Bride, Cake, Invitation, Groom, I Do, First dance, Proposal Test Your Perception: pg. 65 Education knowledge: 1. Tooth Decay; 2. Â Liver; 3. Skin ; 4. O; 5. 206; 6. Thigh bone; 7. There are 32; 8.

Apparently it’s 5 times a night!

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Useful Arabic Words & Pronunciation It’s known worldwide that pronunciation is one of the most challenging steps in learning different languages. For example, Arabic has many dialogues, slangs and accents. Some of these dialogues can’t be understood by all Arabs. The most common dialogue is the Egyptian dialogue and the Lebanese dialogue. In this article we will try to show our reader some of the Traditional Saudi dialogue. To illustrate that, we added a picture of a throat to show the pronunciation of different Arabic Letters.

Body

Body

Jessem

Fat

Dohoon

Heart

Galeb

Blood

Damm

Face

Wajeh

Mouth

Famm

Nose

Khoshom

Ear

Eden

Hair

Sha’ar

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Health

Healthy

Sehhe

Sick

Mareed

Tired

Ta’ab

Skinny

Naheef

Over weight

Takheen or Sameen

Muscular

Me’adel

Tall

Taweel

Short

Qaseer

Calories

So’araat Harariah

Heart beat

Darabaat Algaleb

Burn fat

Harrg Dohoon

Weight loss

Takhsees

Body

Jessem

Nutrition

Althagthia

Drinking

Yeshrab(m) Teshrab (f)

Eating

Yakul (m) Takul(f )

Talking about Feelings/Health

How are you feeling today?

Keaf Sha’ara

I’m tired

Ana Ta’aban (m) Ana Ta’abana (f )

I’m sick

Ana Mareed (m) Ana Mareeda (f )

I’m dizzy

Ana Dayekh (m) Ana Dayekha (f )

I’m fine

Ana tayeb (m) Ana Tayeba (f )

Call the ambulance

Kalem Al Esa’aaf (m) Kalemi Al Esa’aaf (f )

Take me to the hospital

Khodni al mustashfa

I’m feeling pain

Sha’aer be alam (m) Sha’arah be alam(f )

I can’t breath

Ma agdar atnafas

I’m pregnant

Ana hamel

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General

Directory Banks Al-Bilad Bank Tel: 8001230000 Alinma Bank Tel: 8001208000 Al-Jazira Bank Tel: +966-2-6518070 Al-Rajhi Bank Tel: +966-2-6422111 Arab National Bank Tel: +966-2-6741497 Banque Saaudi Fransi Tel: 8001242121 Islamic Development Bank Tel: +966-2-6361400 National Commercial Bank Tel: +966-2-6609265 Riyadh Bank Tel: +966-2-6474777 SABB Tel: +966-2-6512121 Saudi Cairo Bank Tel: +966-2-6608820 Saudi Hollandi Bank Tel: +966-2-2368844 Saudi Investment Bank Tel: +966-2-6531010 Samba Tel: +966-2-6533555

CAR SERVICES

Abu Diyab Est. Tel: +966-2-6677779 Alpha Rent a Car Tel: +966-2-6974459 Avis Tel: +966-2-6855544 Al-Zaman Group Tel: +966-2-6914693 Daleel Tel: +966-2-6719219 Discovery Tel: +966-2-6714475 Fernas Tel: +966-2-6595000 Formula Tel: +966-2-6621213 Hanco Tel: +966-2-6684666 Hertz Tel: +966-2-6040339 Hessen for Rent Car Tel: +966-2-6430295 92 DESTINATION JEDDAH

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

Car Wash

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

Courier

Aramex Tel: +920027447 TNT Express Tel: +966-2-6678888 DHL Tel: 8003450000 Fedex Tel: +966-2-6714636

Delivery

Tedalal Tel: +966-2-6580000 Yalla Utlob Tel: +966-2-6580000 Ground Transportation Alo Sayyara Tel: +966-26677621 Tel: +966-505657387 Apex Luxury Chaffeur Service Tel: 920011755 SAPTCO Tel: +966-2-6474900 Te’le’ Car Tel: +966-2-6679689 Tel: +966-534050910

Business Services

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

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

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

Banks

CAR SERVICES

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

Embassies & Consulates

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

Ministries

Social Service Organizations

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Compounds

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

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

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

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

kindergarten

IPS (Innovators Private School) Tel: +966-2-6980685 Mob: +966-5-69490403 Junior’s & Mom’s Mob: +966-5-04313440 Mob: +966-5-51796254 Kids Campos Tel: +966-2-6642351 Kids Time Nursery Tel: +966-2-6543111 Mob: +966-5-69693794 Little Smarties Tel: +966-2-6061913 My Little Kingdom School Tel: +966-2-6393951 Tel: +966-2-2575909 Thinker Tinkers Young Skills Development Tel: +966-2-6923715 www.thinkertinkers.com Up and Away Tel: +966-2-6614791

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

Schools

Universities

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

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www.jks.edu.sa Jeddah Preparatory & Grammar School Tel: +966-2-6542354 www.jpgs.org Manarat Jeddah School Tel: +966-1-6730225 www. manaratjeddahschools.com My little house Tel: +966-2-6652490 www.mylittlehouse-sa.com Thamer International School Tel: +966-2-6680747 www.tis-edu.com

Social Service Organizations

Society Friends Charitable Foundation Tahlia st.

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

Tel: +966-2-2600000

Universities

College of Business Administration (CBA) Charity Society in Jeddah Tel: +966-2-2159000/2159009 Al-Zahra Dist. ( Boys’ section ) Tel: +966-2-6391100 Tel: +966-2-6900671/6900238 Charitable Services ( Girls’ section ) for the Care of Cancer www.cba.edu.sa Patients Dar Al-Hekma College Al-Rowais Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6303333 Tel: +966-2-6511373 www.daralhekma.edu.sa Enabling Marriage Effat College & Family Support Tel: +966-2-636 4300 Foundation www.effatcollege.edu.sa Al-Nozla Dist.

Ibn Sina National College for Tel: +966-2-6811168/ 920000900 Medical Studies Faisaliah Women’s Tel: +966-2-6355882/6356555 Charitable Foundation www.ibnsina.edu.sa Al-Rowais Dist.

Jeddah College of Technology Tel: +966-2-6535000 Tel: +966-2-6370387 Friends of the Heart www.jct.edu.sa Foundation in Jeddah Jeddah Community College Behind Al-Tahlia Station Tel: +966-2-2870026 Tel: +966-2-6658384 www.jcc.kau.edu.sa Majid Bin Abdulaziz Jeddah Teacher’s College Foundation for Tel: +966-2-6914620 Development & Social (KAUST)King Abdullah Services University of Science and Al-Shate’e Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6062959 Technology National Charitable www.kaust.edu.sa Foundation for Blood King Abdulaziz University Donation Tel: +966-2-6400000 Tel: +966-2-6905008 www.kau.edu.sa National Society for Human Prince Sultan Aviation Academy rights Tel: +966-2-6862997 Tel: +966-2-6222261 www.fo.sv.net www.nshrsa.org 96 DESTINATION JEDDAH

Prince Sultan College for Tourism and Hotel Sciences Tel: +966-2-2844425 Tel: 920016165 www.pscj.edu.sa

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

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

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

NOTICE To report any issues that concern the Jeddah Municipality, such as: * Road Maintenance * Dumping sites * Illegal Building

Please call 940

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