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FROM THE EDITOR

When Fashion Takes Over With the region taking a large leap into the fashion world in recent years and with the rising stars of many Saudi designers on board, we have gone from keeping up with the latest trends to creating them.

For this year’s fashion issue, we decided to dive into the local fashion scene, discovering hidden talents that are thriving towards recognition. Thanks to these stars the future of Saudi fashion is brimming with possibilities. In our special feature Next In Line we get intimate with the new and upcoming luminaries in Saudi’s flourishing fashion industry.

Fashion is in an expression of self. The choices we make on the outside don’t define who we are, but they do reflect it, and so do our living spaces. Like our wardrobe, our living space accommodates to our moods and the trends in the industry. Working with colors and finding the right furniture to match can be overwhelming, and for that reason our article Trendy, Not Tacky gives you the best advise on not overdoing a style.

We’re quickly slipping out of summer into breezier days of fall. Cool weather and happy hearts can only be paired with a tantalizing hot dessert. It’s always a good time to indulge, and our article Life of Pie will guide you to some of the best pies in the city. For those of our readers who enjoy cooler treats, we have Unique Cold Indulgences, a look at the wackiest cold desserts in Jeddah.

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Dining Around Town • Dining Scoop - Must-Try: Pink Frosting - Dine at Ghanouj - Fratelli Bufala Opens • Life of Pie • Cold Indulgences

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EVENTS & HAPPENINGS

EVENTS & HAPPENINGS 1. Journalists Experience

Bay La Sun at KAEC

Bay La Sun Hotel and Marina recently hosted a trip for journalists to explore the facilities and services offered at the KAEC. The facility is an expansive Juman Park that includes two tennis courts, two 9-hole mini golf courses and an amphitheater for social and corporate outdoor events.

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2. West Elm’s Fall Collection Wows

At a stylish event on Sept. 1, West Elm launched their fall collection of furniture and home accessories. The collection features their signature rustic elements with pops of bright colors like yellow and sky blue.

The new range of furniture will make any place look homely and tranquil.

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3. Calsberg’s Organizes

Event for Holsten

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Carlsberg launched an event promoting Holsten and lots of wholesalers attended. The venue was situated in the ATS warehouse on Salamah Ibn Jandal Street and took place in early September. Carlsberg announced they are extending the competition to Oct. 10 and opening doors for their clients to actively participate and get a chance to win all types of 3. prizes. great

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4. A Taste of Dubai

at Red Sea Mall

Dubai Tourism hosted fun activities with popular Emirati influencers at Red Sea Mall in early September. The influencers talked about the new attractions in Dubai.

Locals got the chance to win FlyDubai tickets and vouchers to various new entertainment destinations in Dubai. Visitors also got to experience a virtual reality tour of Dubai.

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5. MOH Launches

6. Gourmet Exposure’s

The Ministry of Health launched Etmaen Ya Hajj, a campaign dedicated to raising awareness about the risk of infection with hepatitis C virus and the ways of preventing it among pilgrims. The campaign was launched in support of the Saudi Vision 2030 to eliminate the disease in the Kingdom.

The extravagant dinner hosted by Gourmet Exposure introduced guests to Gourmet Exposure’s extensive services and their unique style of food presentation. Gourmet Exposure is a the first to combine various kinds of buffet styles into a single dining experience.

Elegant Dining Experience

“Etmaen Ya Hajj”

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7. A Very Cat-astic Play Date

Hurairah, a non-profit pet shelter, organized a fun opportunity for cat lovers last month. The Cats’ Play Day invited girls from all over the city for two hours of relaxation and play with over 200 cats.

The play date was a very furry affair that was loved by kids as young as 10 years of age.

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FADIC PATIENT COUNSELING AND EDUCATION COURSE (ONLINE)

OCT. 3 – 4

Location: Knowledge Wisdom Training Center Email: fadicnew@gmail.com

Location: UBT Dhaban, North Jeddah Tel: +966-12-2159000 Web: gulfeducation.co.uk

The course is specially designed to train executives about the basics of operation management.

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GULF EDUCATION 2016

Addresses challenges and opportunities facing the education sector in the MENA region.

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SAYIDATY AWARDS

The awards recognize significant achievements of Arab Women across the GCC. Location: Jeddah Hilton Email: contact@sayidaty.net

PROJECT MANAGEMENT CERTIFICATION (PMP) PREPARATION TRAINING

Training includes 5-day training in Jeddah and 1-year access to online self-learning material.

Location: Ramada Continental, Palestine St. Email: marketing@greycampus.com

OCT. 24 – 26

9TH ANNUAL SCIENTIFIC MEETING OF RADIOLOGY SOCIETY OF SAUDI ARABIA

Workshop focuses on social media as a marketing tool.

Location: Le Meridien Hotel Web: ayyar.net/rssa

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OCT. 28

BRITISH IONA DIVE

OCT. 30 – NOV. 2

JEDDAH HR FORUM

Snorkel or dive around the wrecks of a World War II ship.

The conference will cover areas like Saudi 2030 vision and its impact on the business world.

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4TH MENA STROKE CONFERENCE

Conference highlights include nursing care for stroke patients and stroke rehabilitation updates.

Location: Hotel Park Hyatt Mob: +966-541544062 Web: mena-strokeconference.com

OCT. 13

FESTIVAL FOR CHILDREN

A festival hosted by Saudi German Hospital. Mahrajan Al Tefl, in Arabic.

Location: Medical Tower, 8th Floor Mob: +966-558767696

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PARLARE ITALIANO. PROGETTARE ITALIANO

Exhibition of Italian architectural projects in Jeddah and Italian design masterpieces, from concept to realization.

Location: Italian Cultural Section of Jeddah Web: italianbusinessgroup.net

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Conference will feature 30 worldclass speakers addressing issues and challenges facing global transportation and logistics.

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FOODEX SAUDI

NOV. 7 – 10

Saudi Arabia’s exclusive International Design Trade Show.

Location: Jeddah Hilton Web: decofair.com

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OCT. 26 – 27

An exhibition dedicated to the local food industry.

Location: Jeddah Center for Forums and Events Web: foodexsaudi.com

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COMMUNITY

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OLYMPIC GAMES FOR ORPHANS In light of the Olympic games, Psychologically, a youthled project, organized a day of fun activities and game competitions for orphans. The objective of the project was to teach children teamwork and self-confidence. A safety team was present at the event.

Project leader, Nada Tawfik, remarked, “We might have taught them about team work and self confidence, but they gave us a lesson about true happiness in making others happy.”

SRCA SETS TWO WORLD RECORDS

The Saudi Red Crescent Authority (SRCA) set two world records with their quick response to accidents.

The SRCA airlifted a patient suffering from a stroke just 25 minutes after being notified, and another patient suffering from a heart problem was transported to King Abdullah Medical City in 42 minutes.

Their honorable service saved the lives of the two pilgrims.

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AL NAHDI'S HOPE CARAVAN, A NEW WAY TO HELP PEOPLE Al Nahdi’s Hope Caravan was inaugurated by Prince Faisal of Aseer. The Caravan is part of Al Nahdi’s CSR program and aims at promoting health awareness especially among the visitors of Abha’s yearly festival. Doctors and pharmacists inside the caravan give free consultations and check vitals. They also promote diabetes check ups and treatments.

JEDDAH’S CLEANING CAMPAIGN

NIDO To Distribute 7 Million Glasses of Milk

Jeddah Municipality launched an extensive cleaning campaign to ensure a healthy environment for residents.

The campaign, which took place Sept. 13 and ends Oct. 2, recently entered the third phase. We’re grateful to the municipality for their continued efforts to make our city fresh and beautiful.

Nestlé’s NIDO is continuing their collaboration with the Food Banking Regional Network (FBRN) to deliver another seven million glasses of milk to children in need across the region.

Yves Manghardt, Chairman and CEO of Nestle Middle East, commented that they want to reach out and “make a difference in the lives of children who don’t have easy access to healthy nutrition.”

CAREEM’S REPEAT FEATURE

Careem’s new Repeat feature let’s you avoid the process of making the same bookings every day.

By selecting the Repeat option you can schedule future cabs for the same pickup and destination.

The car type chosen is static and cannot be changed, however, the schedule can be adjusted by calling customer service.

Airlines Ban Galaxy Note 7 Saudi Arabian Airlines banned passengers and crew from using Samsung’s Galaxy Note 7 on flight. A defect that causes

the phone to burst into flames was recently discovered. Many airlines around the world have completely banned the phone on flights.

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BUSINESS

FOR THE SEASON

Saving a bit here and there can make a huge difference.

By Amr Banaja, SEDCO

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1.The Goal: Why Am I Saving?

Think of it this way: What are you not able to achieve because you haven't set a goal?

What fun or opportunities are you prevented from pursuing because of the lack of a savings plan?

2. Forget About Daily Visits to Coffee Shops

We just love stopping by Starbucks, Dunkin’ Donuts and the like. Plan your week and try to limit your visits to once a week if not once every two weeks. Brew your own coffee at home.

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3. Get Your Own Food

It’s fun to go grab a quick lunch from restaurants with friends, but it’s not so much fun for your pocket.

Homemade food is healthier and better on your wallet.

4. Sign Up For a Reduced Internet Plan

Get yourself an Internet plan that won’t burn your pocket at the end of the month, use Wi-Fi and try using free calling services more often.

5. Shop For Necessities ONLY

If you don’t need shoes now, don’t get any! Shops have a sale every once in a while; wait until then and get whatever you want at a lower price. Don’t get peer pressured and follow the hype.

6. Stay Away From Your Friend’s Lifestyle

Just because your friends are always going out for sushi or shopping doesn’t mean you have to do the same. You can join them without spending much money.

7. Consider a Part Time Job

This will not only ensure you have some money saved on the side but it will also provide you with some valuable experience in the work life.

8. Look For Bargains

Whenever a new phone comes out, the older version gets a major price cut. Apple fans, the iPhone 7 is coming out soon, why not look at the iPhone 6s?

9. Use Your Credit Card Sparingly

It's easy to spend with plastic and much harder to pay later.

Use credit responsibly or you’ll be paying later.

10. You Don’t Need a Car

Car maintenance and gas bills on the rise? Try carpooling with a friend. Enjoy the company of friends during the journey.

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BUSINESS

Did you always want to be involved in the fashion industry?

My first experience was as my mother’s (a tailor by trade) sewing assistant during my teenage years in France, assisting her every day after class until the economic crisis forced her to close in 2009.

But, fate has a funny way of working things out and now she’s my sewing assistant.

I owe my success to her for everything she taught me and for giving me this passion for fashion. When I was 14, I was actually able to make my own wardrobe. Schoolmates would compliment me and ask where I bought my dresses.

That’s when I knew I needed to become a fashion designer.

Passion for Fashion Sakina Shbib brings her French and Saudi influence to the fashion world.

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I’m French by birth and Saudi by marriage. What I like about French culture is the minimalistic elegance; there is something so natural about being beautiful in Paris.

Meanwhile, what I admire about the Saudi culture is the sophistication of women and their sense of luxury. My style is the mixture of these two concepts and my goal is to highlight the beauty of women according to their own traditions.

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How have your cultural backgrounds affected your work?

Tell us about your current collections.

My second collection is a presentation of designs with pure lines, volumes and delicate details handcrafted on high-quality fabrics such as Dentelle de Calais, silk organza, silk satin, silk crepe and silk taffetas.

The epitome of luxury is to embellish a fabric.

What is the most important element in clothing design?

The shape and structure are fundamental; they bring harmony to your body. Beauty comes in all shapes, but knowing the right proportions is essential to designing a beautiful gown.

I’m a hopeless romantic, so for my second Haute Couture collection I dove into the world of French writer Marcel Proust, portraying women in a state of seduction and living the first experiments of infatuation, just like his characters in “A l’Ombre des Jeunes Filles en Fleurs.” In this collection, flowers are omnipresent and allegorical: they stand for the fragility and delicacy of all young women in love.

What are you working on for the future?

I plan on designing luxury abayas in November. I’m also negotiating with stores in New York to be my official distributor in the United States and I would really like to open a showroom in Jeddah by the end of 2017 as well.

I’m working on my third Haute Couture collection that I will present in January during the next Paris Fashion Week.

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The most demanding part of designing a couture collection is synchronizing all the processes of production: from the sketching and studio research to the draping and pattern-making, including the sewing, hand-made details, finishing and fittings, all within three months of completion.

Private clients entail a mood board with sketches creating a “toile.” Often, one dress takes up to two months.

For ready-to-wear, I compromise between the design and details in order to make it more affordable while still keeping the same quality.

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It’s still manufactured in my Parisian atelier, but the quick production enables me to reach more customers.

What advice do you have for entrepreneurs and fashion designers?

I believe talent is fundamental for building a strong name, but having a sense of business is equally significant. Success comes when you find this balance between hard work, determination, passion, creativity and networking.

It wasn’t school but rather my work experiences at Alexandre Vauthier, Givenchy and Chanel ateliers that gave me the basics on networking and building a strong team.

Your inspiration?

Inspiration is everywhere and timeless elegance is at the heart of my aesthetics, aiming for beauty rather than trend.

Your personal favorite fashion designers?

I have tremendous respect for the work of Yves Saint Laurent. His purpose was perfection and genuine couturier creating exquisite standards of beauty. I also admire the talented designer Elie Saab. His work has produced great inspiration by shedding light on designers from the Middle East.

Web: SakinaParis.com (Haute Couture) / SKSParis.com (luxury ready-to-wear) sakinaparis

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NEXT Meet the upcoming stars of the fashion industry.

By Sohila El Saadany and Tala Hussein

PROCESS While traveling, I try to obtain a collection of pieces, first gathering fabrics, then embroideries attached with extra pieces.

I initiate the process by placing everything in front of me, while also mixing and matching.

HAYAT BAGOOR

iversity • Graduate of Un • of Sharjah ting • Studied Accoun rple Pu r: • Favorite Colo • Favorite Fabric: silk Cotton for day wear, for night wear

INSPIRATION

My main inspiration was my mom, as she always offered her strategic opinion.

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CHALLENGES collection this Ramadan and up until now it is a homebased business. I am both a mom and designer. I work hard at organizing my time to be able to do both tasks and thankfully I am successful at it.

Quality. Finding the best quality is the greatest challenge, because I always want to make sure everything is top notch avoiding any possibility of damage once ironed or washed. hayats_designs

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I was always passionate about design; even if I bought something ready-made, I had to insert my own touches to it. So what started as only designing for myself grew until it reached my friends and family. I managed to design and study at the same time, never officializing design until recently. I launched my first

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Hopefully being a household name in the fashion industry, having my own store and working with respected celebrities. I would love to create a more casual second line in the future.

PROCESS

The best part for me is when I play around with fabric on the manikin and see what I can create from it. I love that process, as there’s more space for creativity than just drawing on a piece of paper.

FARAH HAMMAD • Favorite Color: .

Black and off white ic: • Favorite Fabr lace.

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It has been a life long dream of mine. Growing up between London and Paris, two of the world’s fashion capitals, has undoubtedly influenced my passion as a fashion designer.

I remember when I was a little girl I used to always draw dresses and choose themes for each design. I used to collect fashion magazines and create fashion collages.

I remember seeing this Dior advertisement that really inspired me to pursue my dream of becoming a fashion designer.

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Effortless-chic. That simplicity is a style, a statement, and an expression of an effortlessly chic woman. You don’t have to stand out with intricate designs. The idea is to make you feel beautiful, confident and comfortable in our designs.

Creating whimsical and feminine silhouettes in each style. How simplicity never goes out of style.

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RENAD HEFNI

Graduate • Fashion Design • Favorite Colors: • Black and white • Favorite Fabric: • Strong fabrics thesatn’tcalikne • be tailored. Do • chiffon or silk.

STORY

The launch of my career was at the WAM Fashion Awards in Jeddah, having won amongst the top three. This established my career and spread my designs in the market, introducing purchasable items at Tabateek Boutique for three months and Stylana.com for a whole year.

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PROCESS

AMBITION

I aspire to go to Fashion Forward Dubai 2017 or 2018, next October maybe. Then I’ll contact Harvey Nichols and La Fayette. My next collection will focus on geometric shapes.

FAVORITE DESIGNERS

Stephan Roland and Lady Fozaza in the Arab World, I love her blazers.

I sketch first, keeping it free of colors and details.

I then buy the fabric, starting to visualize every fabric with every design.

INSPIRATION Male suits inspire me. I like clean, geometric lines. Also, I love watching powerful people. I like making note of their body language, choice of dress and talk. royaled.rh

INSPIRATION

The creative moment for me is achieved once receiving that tranquil peace of mind influenced by meditation and getting in contact with my inner self. I obtain my inspiration within me, undoubtedly influenced by the prominent media around us, yet new and challenging ideas is what truly inspires me.

FUTURE AMBITIONS

NOUR AN NA ZER

• Favorite Color: yellow.

• Green, blue and • Favorite Fabric: r and linen.

• Cotton, polyeste

I would love to receive some form of international recognition. I would also like to introduce a workshop highlighting how to become the best version of yourself, boosting people’s ego.

CHALLENGES

To actually arrive at a good mood, reaching the desired peace of mind within my busy

STORY

I started by designing for my family, friends and coworkers. Having received great feedback, I decided to start my brand, Looom back in 2014 and also launching two collections in 2014 and 2015.

If I wanted to launch my own business, I needed to know how to run a business, so that’s why I got a BA in law.

day as I also manage a 9-5 job. Unfortunately, sometimes meditation and yoga is disregarded often causing me a delay within my creative thought process. aspectdore

so sometimes you think you are good enough and everyone around you tells you you’re good enough, yet chances slip away. looom_boutique

FAVORITE DESIGNERS

LAMA MURSHID • Law Graduate Black • Favorite Color: : • Favorite Fabric n io at in rim sc Di • No

My favorite designers are Oscar De La Renta and Elie Saab.

CHALLENGES

The field is quite competitive, making the process of gaining notice and recognition very difficult. It’s not a fair world,

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SAUDI FASHION ROUNDUP Some of the biggest Saudi fashion names have delivered in 2016.

By Sohila El Saadany

HINDAMME

HAIFAA FAHAD

EFFA FASHION

TIMA ABID

Contemorary brand inspired by Middle Eastern aesthetics.

An artistic depiction of the bold and feminine modern woman.

Working for women's empowerment with beauty and heritage.

A layered, bold and poetic take on haute couture.

Web: hindamme.com hindamme

Web: haifafahad.com haifafahad

Web: effa.ae effaaldabbagh

Web: timaabid.info timaabid

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FEMI9 A chic brand for the stylish and dynamic young woman.

CHADOR Traditional clothing styled with comfort and luxury.

Web: femi9.com femi9fashion

Web: chador.com chador

ASHI STUDIO Sharp-cut edges, fairy tale embroidery and white as the new black.

Web: ashistudio.com ashistudio

TA MARBOOTA Exquisite abayas designed with a bold vision.

Web: tamarbota.com tamarbota

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STYLE & BEAUTY SCOOP Are You a GOOD GIRL? Carolina Herrera launches a new fragrance, Good Girl. It captures the bold femininity and sensual duality of the modern woman. The launch took place on Sept. 7 at Wojooh in the Nujooh Center in Tahliya and was hosted by social media influencer Bayan Linjawi.

Product of the Month

GET RID OF MY BAGS We are back from our breaks and ready to get back on track with work and school.

Our sleep patterns are messy, our eye bags are getting bigger, darker and puffier. What’s the perfect quick fix?

Try Shiseido’s eye creams. There are 5 different products, one for every case out there…because our bags are different

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KEEP THIS IN MIND

Hair Trend Alert Hair Piercings

We’ve been seeing a lot of hair jewelry recently, but these piercings are definitely a cool way to spice up any party look!

CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN IS GROWING

We have more news for the fragrance lovers…Christian Louboutin reveals the first chapter of the House of Christian Louboutin Fragrances.

Bringing magic and pure delight with the launch of three women’s fragrances; Bikini Questa Sera, Tornade Blonde, and Trouble in Heaven.

MAGNOLIA PRAYER SETS Jida Choura's next prayer set collection, Magnolia, is inspired by white and pink magnolia flowers (white representing purity and long life, and pink representing youth). The collection pays homage to women fighting breast cancer.

A percentage of profit will be dedicated to various breast cancer associations across KSA.

BECCA LAUNCHES IN KSA

BECCA is here! One of the most popular high-end make up brands is launching in Saudi Arabia exclusively at Sephora. Confused on what to try? Start with their highlighters.

They come in liquid, cream and powder. Plus, they are the best sellers!

INSTAGRAM PICK OF THE MONTH bronztanning Summer is ending but you don’t have to stop tanning…A new home service tanning business just opened up in Jeddah to help us tan all year round!

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THE ROMANTIC SCENE

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DRESS: Escada / SR 2510 COAT: Max Mara / SR 7390 BAG: Escada / SR 4580 NECKLACE: Max Mara / SR 650 RING: Marc Jacobs / SR 630

just like my hair.

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THE MURDER SCENE

SHIRT: Etro / SR 2,920 SKIRT: Max Mara / SR 2,800 SHOES: Salvatore Ferragamo / SR 3,940 BAG: Salvatore Ferragamo / SR 5,290

- Sadly, my heart is colder than his frappuccino.

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T H E D R A M AT I C S C E N E

DRESS: Salvatore Ferrgamo / SR 5,640 EARRINGS: Marc Jacobs / SR 430

- What were you so sad about?

- My blog.

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THE BREAKUP SCENE

‫ليس كل ما فـي البال يقال‬

Not everything on your mind can be said

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DRESS: Moschino / SR 2,310 COAT: Moschino / SR 3,510 SHOES: Moschino / SR 3,520

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SHOP WITH US

FALLING FOR FALL

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METALLIC

Metallics remind us of this year's Met Gala dinner that was inspired by technology. This super futuristic trend catches light, reflects it, and makes your skin glow.

Saint Lauren SR 14,316

KITX SR 1,773

Charlotte Olympia SR 4,252

Paco Rabanne SR 9,969

MSGM SR 1,507

Editor's Pick Aquazzura SR 2,899

Marco Bologna SR 1,507

JIL SANDER SR 1,419

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PINK

Pastel pink, magenta, fuchsia, rose…all shades of pink were seen on the AW16 runway. Rock the trend and support Breast Cancer Awareness this month.

Andrea Marques SR 2,889

Tous SR 620

Alexander Wang SR 1,734

Dolce & Gabbana SR 2,771

MSGM SR 598

Editor's Pick

Andrea Marques SR 1,883

Saint Lauren SR 1,786

Olympia Le Tan SR 3,344

Saint Lauren SR 6,739

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VELVET

This season's winner fabric! Worn in every style and shade, adding a luxurious hint to every look. Pair it with red lipstick for extra glam.

Jimmy Choo SR 2,795

Rick Owens SR 2,905

Editor's Pick

Saint Lauren SR 6,930

Saint Lauren SR 5,243

Paul Andrew SR 5,011

Balmain SR 6,304

Roland Mouret SR 2,566

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Jadetribe SR 538

Forever21 SR 135

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RUFFLES This year, ruffles are taken from summer to winter but this season they are bigger, bolder, heavier and more layered.

Philosophy SR 1,167

Giamba SR 2,810

Editor's Pick MSGM SR 1,044

Johanna Ortiz SR 3,187

Fendi SR 3,642

MSGM SR 1,439

Emilio Pucci SR 1,794

MSGM SR 1,535

Fendi SR 10,232

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STYLING FOR HIM AND HER Couples, get inspired!

ARTIST LOOK

This laid-back artsy look is complete with the signature denim overalls we see artists rock while they paint in their studios, so we thought the paint splattered shirts made the perfect pair.

Overalls aren't just for kids anymore.

Adults can wear them and actually look good in them. Make sure they're a perfect fit, and leave one buckle hanging for an effortless look.

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Light colors are very simple and they're perfect for summer.

Match your outfit with darker shades to add a hint of color.

BEACH LOOK

This look is inspired by an overlooked part of our lifestyle here in Jeddah: a city by the beach. We got inspired by the sandy hues and complemented it with whites.

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MINIMAL LOOK Going minimal is unmistakably elegant and instantly adds mystery to your style.

Kick up the contrast by accessorizing with statement pieces.

Black and white are always trending.

They're the go-to colors to style together as a couple.

Keep it sharp, avoid prints, and go for clean cuts.

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SPORTY LOOK

Making the sporty look street-style chic is our favorite trend and works in almost all settings. We especially love the long socks - they really help pull the look together almost every time.

Long socks are currently trending but it's hard to style them with just any look. Keep the whole look sporty, go for basic colors and let the focus be on the long socks.

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NEXT SEASON’S MUST-HAVES The items I am dreaming of and will be wearing soon.

By Felwa Alhudaithy

A SINGLE EARRING

VETEMENTS X MANOLO BLAHNIK’S ‘DESTROYED’ HEELS

Faux jewelry is this season's go-to style. Either you go with the more the merrier, the bigger the better. Or you opt for less, literally. Put on a pair of earrings. Then take one off.

Go on. Now you’re chic! I love Loewe’s thick hoop and will probably buy one ASAP. Maybe miss match it with another Loewe earring, in another model naturally.

LEOPARD PRINT

For the SS17 collection Vetement’s Demna Gvasalia reworked Manolo Blahnik’s staple Hangisi model. His interpretation downplays the luxury; substituting it with a deconstructed shape with frayed uneven edges.

Gvasalia made over Manolo Blahnik’s signature style into a novel cool one.

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While gravitating towards a minimalistic approach might be easy, I tend to fall for a full on leopard look so easily.

There is something liberating about this print. Many of us love it regardless of our own fashion preferences, be it Celine or Roberto Cavalli. A Leopard coat could make the most boring outfit.

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You can wear it with your little black dress, with highheels or with white Converse sneakers. This eccentric print is classic and goes with almost everything.

VELVET EVERYTHING Pants, shoes, or a tailored jacket, velvet is one of the biggest trends this season.

We’ve all fallen for Celine’s yellow pleated shimmering velvet trousers we saw on the FW 2016 campaign. It was no coincidence that even Miu Miu’s ballerinas are available in velvet too.

FISHNET SOCKS We’ve seen this trend all through spring on street style stars; however no one did it better than Pernille Teisbaek.

I wore the fishnets socks with my open-toed Gucci sandals all summer long, with dresses and jeans. It’s not supposed to be classic, it’s just one more trend on the footnote of fashion and one to have plenty of fun with right now.

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J.W ANDERSON NECKBAND For the sake of transparency this is a men's collection piece.

Jonathan Anderson used it first in a menswear show for his own brand J.W. Anderson.

I love the idea itself, but also the functionality of this, seemingly, simple piece. At its core, it’s really just a zip-up turtleneck collar. But in reality, it’s a unique piece, capable of transforming just about any look into something new and, more so, unexpectedly fresh.

I plan to wear mine with a white t-shirt and hair in a high ponytail.

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FASHION HACKS: TRIED & TESTED If something goes wrong, you can always fix it.

By Lama Ghazzawi

We gave a few hacks a try, and here’s what happened.

STICKY JEANS Have you ever taken a seat on a bench somewhere and gotten yourself in a sticky situation?

Well, it happens to the best of us. This hack claims that rubbing ice on gum will get it right off without any residue.

Verdict: This hack works!

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CLEAR COAT TO THE RESCUE Feeling that your glasses are a little loose? Well, clear nail polish works like excellent glue to keep things tight.

Verdict: This one may not work for all kinds of glasses, but it’s a little something extra just in case.

ZIPPER GONE HAYWIRE Sometimes, zippers have minds of their own. A cool thing to do is use a key ring to keep it up! Put the circular ring through the zipper and drag it up and over the button.

Verdict: Totally useful.

SHAVING CREAM FOR YOUR MAKEUP For this hack, all you need to do is rub some shaving cream onto a makeup stain.

Verdict: This one didn’t work very well.

(Unfortunately)

IRONED COLLAR This hack can be used for almost any item of clothing with a collar. All you’ll need is a flat iron, which will give you more control over the way you’d like the collar to stay.

Verdict: Blessing indeed.

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SEPHORA INSIGHT

Makeup Talk and New Brushes

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Helen Philips, a member of the Sephora PRO team, talks makeup and beauty.

By Farah Idrees

What do you think are the most prominent differences between the makeup scene in the east and in the west?

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and creative makeup scene happening right now. A lot of American women are into the no-makeup look for summer, and editorially we’ve also seen a shift similar, celebrating less perfection, slightly smudged and messy. It’s a refreshing counterbalance to the very stylized makeup we’ve seen over the last year.

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What are your thoughts on the evident rise of makeup tutorials on YouTube? Do you think that lowers the need for makeup artists?

I don’t think it lowers the need for makeup artists. In fact I think it has opened up the world of makeup artistry to more women who might have been previously intimidated to try new looks, techniques or brands. As a Sephora PRO we want to be a part of helping women connect with beauty in a way that is meaningful to them, which is why we leverage Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and Sephora.com to share and celebrate beauty.

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CHANGE UP YOUR BEDROOM

Five ways to modernize your bedroom over the weekend.

By Aroosa Khan

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• Add a rug under your bed: It will add a layer of warmth and softness to the space.

They also add a hint of style and show off your exclusive personality, aside from functional benefits. Using a modern rug will also protect your solid floor from damage.

turn an unused space into delightful focal point which will melt our hearts most.

• Add a throw blanket: They're more than just being practical; they are style makers that add color, pattern and warmth to any room. You can use it as a protective barrier on cushions, over the arm of the sofas, on your bed for a nice pop of color and outdoor luxury etc.

• Paint away your accent wall: Color on an accent wall can make your room look lively and joyful. If you paint a wall with a luminous color, that wall will seem closer to you than a white wall. Choose a wall which is not too crowded with other design elements.

You can make a short room seem longer, or a pinched room seem wider just by painting an end wall or a side wall in a calm and refreshing hue.

• Install a cool

overhead light:

• Add a window seat: Window seats are the most loved element in a home.

They express comfort especially with a couple of thick cushions on top. They also provide with extra storage when fitted drawers, cabinets or a hinged bench top. It can

Lighting is one of the most vital design elements in your room especially when you want to create a homey and relaxing vibe in your room.

The center of the bedroom is not always the best place to put a light. Instead, dangle the light in the heart of the most important visual feature of the room. Clamp lamps are always a good option as they are practical and space saving addition to your bedroom.

If you want to unwind with candles in your room you can go with hanging lanterns and candle- powered chandeliers.

You can easily find all these restoration items just around the corner.

Ikea and Home Center are two of the best places when looking for furnishings. There is also Abyat and Roomz, if you want alternative options and a wider range of brands.

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Every item at Spark is as unique as the person buying it. Products are tailored to each buyer and hand-made in Saudi Arabia, using only the finest materials to ensure the absolute best quality.

Designer's Marketplace.

Spark is a diverse creative community that combines the eclectic with the original.

It is a marketplace where exceptionally stunning art by local and international artists, can be purchased straight from the artists at affordable prices.

When we say quality, we absolutely mean quality!

At Spark they use the latest printing and manufacturing technology to embed your high-resolution designs onto the product, with zero risk of peeling or fading.

Spark stands by every artist and creative initiative.

So with every distinctive purchase you make at Spark you’re also supporting and inspiring the artists to continue

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At Spark they believe that you are what you choose to be, not what a fashion label tells you.

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in and out, you don’t want to change an entire interior without knowing whether it would suit you or not. With colors especially, start with splashes of it, for example a cushion or a throw.

The trend right now is veering towards greys, pastels and minimalist design. Luckily, that is very difficult to get wrong. However, because this particular pallet is very light, the recommendation is to start from a blank canvas and stay away from mixing in too many dark colors.

TRENDY, NOT TACKY

Top tips to getting this right:

Keeping up with the chic trends.

The English dictionary defines the word trend as a fashion or a general direction in which something is heading.

With regards to interiors, the general rule for a trend to completely turn over takes anywhere between three and five years.

This is because it is a lot more expensive and time consuming to retransform an interior, in comparison to buying the trendiest outfit.

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The main difference between a fashion trend and an interior trend is that trends in interior design develop. For example, if a color was to become trendy one year you will find shades of it dominating the scene and more variations of the color in textures and combinations.

To avoid taking a trend and turning it into a tacky affair, the best advice is to not overdo it. Because they fade

stay away from bright white; keep the whites warm to avoid the hospital look. Choose one color as a base and work with its shades before adding in other pastels. This is mainly to avoid an ice cream shop interior. With minimalism, don’t fixate on less is more; consider minimalist shapes, patterns and textures as opposed to having a naked interior.

The Author:

Dania Shams Addicted to art, design, food and travel.

Switzerland and London graduate currently working as an interior designer at Utopia Lifestyle in Jeddah, heading Utopia Junior department. Also, obsessed with hats. theducklist

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MOVIES in Style Must-watch movies for style enthusiasts.

FUNNY FACE

THE ROYAL TENENBAUMS

(1957)

A romantic comedy musical that takes a (certainly glamorized) inside look into the world of fashion.

Designer Hupert Givenchy’s custom made gowns for Audrey Hepburn take center stage in this film, where she said, “His are the only clothes in which I am myself.”

CLUELESS (1995)

With the ‘90s making a huge comeback these past few years, it would be good idea to take some styling cues from the queen of plaid herself, Cher Horowitz.

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(2001)

A Wes Anderson classic, this quirky and whimsical movie is both hilarious and visually delightful.

Margot’s outfits of tennis dresses and fur coats reflect contradicts her unhinged edgy demeanor have made her one of the most inspirational characters in film.

MARIEANTOINETTE (2006)

A truly visual feast!

Set in 18th century, this Sofia Coppola film follows the story of France’s ill-fated queen, MarieAntoinette, whose style continues to inspire the fashion world till this day.

ROMAN HOLIDAY

THE GREAT GATSBY

(1953)

Another Audrey Hepburn classic, a tale of a princess in disguise who goes on adventures with a handsome journalist around Rome.

REAR WINDOW (1954)

We had to include a Grace Kelly film on the list. The costume design showcases the epitome of sophisticated elegance of the ‘50s. While describing his vision to costume designer Editch Head, director Alred Hitchcock insisted that Grace Kelly’s character “was to look like a piece of Dresden china, nearly untouchable.”

(2013)

Baz Luhrmann’s adaptation of the American classic “The Great Gatsby” could be best described as visual excess, and same applies for the costumes. While it is set in the 1920s, Luhrmann’s brief to costume designer Catherine Martin was that it “has to be totally the ‘20s, but you have to find an unexpected fresh way of seeing it.” And that’s exactly how the costumes turned out!

COCO BEFORE CHANEL (2009)

A French film depicting Coco Chanel’s early days, before she went on to build the greatest fashion house in the world. Accurately portrayed by the feminine yet tomboyish Audrey Tatou dressed in Coco Chanel’s signature androgynous style that she was always known for.

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Real Talk with Podcasts They satisfy our infotainment fix on the go.

By Sumaiyya Naseem

With the Internet’s birth, radio diverged onto the online world as ‘podcast’.

Podcasts are popping up worldwide, but we’re more interested in what Saudi is producing. These local podcasts will update you with popular culture right here in Jeddah.

2. The Mstdfr Show Founders: Rami Taibah, Ammar Sabban, Khayra Bundaki and Faisal Al Aseeri Mstdfr is a podcast network that branches into seven channels. The podcasts are in Arabic, English and Arablish and encompass various topics that are suitable for the youth and adults. After some procrastination, the founders got together to record the first session. The network has been growing ever since with more plans for the future.

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1. The Karaweeta Talk Show Founders: Khalid Khalifa and Mamdooh Al Radadi The show is all about life hacks and local trends in Saudi. The podcast hosts share an energy that lets them explore different topics together. Mamdooh Al Radadi

comments, “Respecting your listeners and raising the standards is the only way to succeed in podcasting.”

According to the duo, podcasts will soon pick up in Saudi, because they can be listened to at any time and that makes them a handy accessory. mamdooh-al-radadi

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Is there something you wish had happened differently?

I feel like the podcast reflected one aspect of my life inaccurately; it didn’t really portray my parents as being very supportive. But, they have always encouraged me to pursue an education and career in science.

She recorded her story and America responded.

For two years Majd carried a recorder. Into it she spoke about being at the crossroads of education, karate and marriage. Radio Diaries launched her story into the world.

How did your collaboration with Radio Diaries begin?

I participated in a teenage stories competition on Cowbird; the winner would get to collaborate with Radio Diaries. I participated to share my story, winning was not on my mind. I received an email from Sarah Kramer, a producer at Radio Diaries. After a phone call and prolonged discussions with my parents, I said yes.

How did recording help you personally?

I found talking to the recorder a lot like writing. Recording for two years got me to leave my comfort zone and made me talk to people I wouldn’t normally talk to.

What kind of response did you get from international audiences?

They either loved the story or hated it. Some thought I am oppressed and felt sorry for me. I liked it most when they said they were seeing things in a new light.

How has your life progressed ever since the wedding?

I got a blue belt in karate and I started an MSc in Genetics and Genomics in the United States. My husband is a constant source of support and encouragement. I’m happy and excited about the future.

Do you feel podcasts can make a difference?

I firmly believe that podcasts, if done correctly, are a great way of communicating foreign cultures in an honest manner.

A manner that, at the risk of being cliché, makes us see the similarities and embrace the differences.

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Nadine Linjawi

Bringing Life to Robotic

By Sumaiyya Naseem

Nadine Linjawi occasionally hides away in a quiet corner to record songs and create melodies using Garage Band on her Mac. Real life conversations, people and emotions are her inspiration, and she loves the color yellow.

How did you get into composing and recording music?

I was inspired by my high school teacher to try Slam Poetry. I had friends who played instruments and so I tried to combine their music with my words. But it turns out words are the secondary thing for me; my focus is on the instruments.

What was the concept behind your last project?

The Garden was inspired by heartbreak. I have a problem where I get fixated on a person, even the way they blink or move their fingers, and I turn this into music.

This album was about a friend whose conversations were like traveling to other cultures. So I used instruments from various cultures and included unexpected rhythms to represent her personality. A personal touch was snippets of sounds from the streets and of random conversations.

What do these real life sounds represent to you?

I’m essentially an electronic artist and this category is usually considered distant from the human touch. The snippets of people talking help me bring life to robotic.

Do you ever link architecture and music?

There’s a system in everything.

I feel my study of architecture adds to it because as architects we don’t miss out on any layers. If you break down my songs you’ll find a specific structure, just like any building or structure.

Any artists that inspire you?

Chet Faker and Bonobo; they make music that is so touching without even a single word.

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The hidden talent who translates words into music.

Can you tell us about your current project?

Nadine thinks the instrument Glockenspiel captures Destination Jeddah’s vibe.

The upcoming album, People, is a collection of tracks inspired by different individuals. I look at the person’s own perception of themselves, I interview them and translate our conversation into music. I’m staying completely away from vocals because I want to capture pure emotion using instruments. I’m working hard to develop my music skills in a way that I get to avoid words completely.

How do you achieve translating words into music?

When I look at someone I can already imagine a certain instrument based on the way they talk and their voice – is it high tempo, is their voice sad or slow or uplifting, it all depends. It’s a literal translation.

Which are your favorite tracks?

This Is Not Where Our Story Is. It reminds me of the beauty of how you may lose someone physically, but they’re always with you.

Artsy hobbies?

I’m currently working on trying to translate architecture into clothes. I’m collaborating with a friend who is a graphic glitch artist. fu_lana

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ALBUMS TO LOOK OUT FOR! Oh My My is the upcoming fourth studio album by American pop rock band One Republic.

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Nobody But Me Michael Bublé Nobody but Me is the upcoming ninth studio album

by Canadian singer-songwriter Michael Bublé.

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Seveneves

by Neal Stephenson

A Book of science fiction and sociology, seveneves takes a trip down humanity’s earth ending catastrophe, their centuries in space, and their journey home.

Rules for a Knight

by Ethan Hawke

Yes, it’s that Ethan Hawke. A Poignant book regarding a (fictional) knight’s journey of moral and thical exression.

The Girl on the Train

by Paula Hawkins

A Psychological thriller that would make Hitchcock proud. Infused with unreliable narrators, and considered suspense galaore, this book lures the reader in one intense.

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Live action movie based on the hit Tv-show, Follows Max McGrath on how he stumbles upon a secret organization that makes him become a superspy/superhero.

GAMES

Battlefield 1

Battlefield 1 is a first-person shooter that emphasizes teamwork. The game is set in the period of World War I, and is inspired by historic events.

The Last Guardian

The Last Guardian is a thirdperson perspective game that combines action-adventure and puzzle elements. The player controls the unarmed boy who can run, jump, climb and perform other actions.

Available on PS4.

Available on PS4, Xbox One and PC.

Civilization VI

Civilization VI is a based strategy. Players locate cities, gather nearby resources to build and gain military units to explore and attack opposing forces.

Available on PC.

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DINING AROUND TOWN

DINING SCOOP LEBANESE LIKE NEVER BEFORE

THE FLIPPER THIS JUST IN Pancakes, like eggs, are

flipped on the pan. It's this simple cooking technique that gives The Flipper its name. This breakfast joint is a must-try if you love pancakes and waffles. Their creamy and chunky Lotus biscoff cake will leave you wanting for more.

And guess what? They serve Zain’s Cookies too!

Leila brings healthy Lebanese food in a setting that is reminescent of authentic Lebanese culture and experience. Leila's reputation crowns its entry into our city. Next time you're craving mixed platter, you know where to go.

Web: leilajeddah.com leila_jeddah

DJ RECOMMENDS Masala’s Butter Chicken We love the rich, creamy and aromatic butter chicken at Masala so much we keep going back for more. Indulge in this mouthwatering curry with a side of naan.

Web: masala.com.sa masala_sa

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FRATELLI LA BUFALA OPENS! Fratelli La Bufala, a prominent Italian restaurant brand, recently opened in Stars Avenue Mall.

The chefs use the highest quality ingredients like buffalo mozzarella cheese.

Check it out and let us know what you think!

Location: Stars Avenue, Sari St.

YOU'VE GOT TO TRY

FLAVOR OF THE MONTH

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UNIQUE OFFERINGS AT LAVIE CAFÉ

Peri Peri Original

Peri Peri Original should be the next dining destination for fans of the South African Nando’s. The Peri Peri Chicken is marinated for 24 hours before it’s flame grilled. The result is a fulfilling spicy and juicy chicken that entices the taste buds.

Baskin Robbin's Cookies 'n' Cream is at the top of our list this summer.

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Location: Hilmi Kutbi St. theflippersa

Ghanouj guarantees an everpresent scenic view while you enjoy their Arabian and international dishes. Aside from appetizers, we definitely recommend their seafood dishes, spicy potato and Mama Ghanouj.

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Location: Prince Sultan Rd.

We’re in love with cafes that manage to be trendy and comfy at the same time. Lavie Café’s impeccable Turkish coffee is, interestingly, brewed on whitehot sand. But that’s not all.

Lavie’s choco kebab is the stuff of dreams; imagine a shawarma spinner with chocolate instead of meat. The roll goes perfectly with latte.

Location: Prince Sultan Rd. laviecafejeddah

Pink Frosting Pink Frosting is a homebased bakery that makes our mouth water. Chef Leena’s bakery offers a range of desserts - cakes, ice cream desserts, truffles, brownies and mini cups. The list is endless and the delicious factor is off the charts. If you’re a peanut butter lover, the peanut butter brownie will make your heart flutter.

Must Try: Twix cheesecake and Nutella and Oreo balls. pink_frosting_

Location: North Corniche Rd.

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UPDATES FROM RICO! The modern Spanish restaurant launches a new menu.

Don’t miss out on the newly added paella variations.

Rico is the only modern yet authentic Spanish restaurant in town. If you haven’t tried it yet, you’re missing out!

Your experience at Rico starts with a unique arrival where you are escorted through the tapas bar, a beautiful counter where you can see authentic Spanish dishes freshly prepared in an artistic way.

Upon entering the dining space, the ambiance invokes elegance, authenticity and style

with a soothing symbiosis of rich Spanish materials such as leather, oak, copper and ceramics. The terrace on the exterior re-creates a Spanish patio with beautiful views where you can finish off the evening with shisha.

As per Leylaty’s renowned service standards, the staff is able to transmit the feelings of comfort and excitement.

Their knowledge on Spanish traditions and cuisines allows

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guests to truly live and feel the Spanish experience. Spanish food culture revolves around sharing flavorful food and enjoying social encounters.

Rico reflects these traditions and values but has also embraced vanguard influences of groundbreaking and talented Spanish chefs.The chef’s commitment also means to serve only the best ingredients, often directly imported from Spain. The rice, used for the succulent paellas, for example, is sourced directly from the home town of same dish, Valencia.

Rico is now launching a new menu, which focuses on the bestsellers of the last six months and in addition introduces a whole new range of paellas, salads and tapas.

Book your table now!

Location: Byblos Complex, Hamra Corniche Tel: +966-12-6695894 Mob: +966-53 913 6226 ricorestaurant1

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Life of Pie

Our hunt for pies in the city.

By Sumaiyya Naseem

Mugg & Bean 9/10

Pecan Pie Cake The side of ice cream completed the sweetness and variation in texture.

Crust: Buttered

and flaky.

Filling: Chunky and hot, with the right amount of nuts.

Texture: Balanced by the crunchy crust and smooth nutty filling.

Location: King Abdulaziz Service Rd.

Johnny Rockets Helen’s Bakery 6.5/10

Apple and Cinnamon Pie Heating did not improve the experience. We’re told the pecan pie is better.

Crust: Hard but

lacked flavor.

Filling: A bit too chunky.

Texture: Needs improvement.

Apple Pie The pie was surprisingly horrible, it lacked a good crust and looked like pan leftovers. Stick to the burgers!

Crust: Broken up and soggy.

Filling: Fruit slices

were too big and sweet.

Texture: Quite disruptive.

Location: Al Hamra Dist.

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Location: Al Kayyal St.

4/10

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Fuddruckers 9/10

Pecan Pie with ice cream

The side of ice cream enhanced the sweetness. Best when hot.

Crust: Very fresh

and flaky.

Filling: Crunchy nuts and smooth filling.

Texture: Wellbalanced and varied.

Location: King Abdulaziz Rd.

Bert’s 8/10

Crusted Apple Pie The portion was too small, value for money absent.

Chili’s 8/10

Paradise Pie We got a little tricked at Chilli’s; the Paradise Pie turned out to be a glorified brownie. The dessert was fulfilling so no complaints. So much for wanting something other than apple pie!

Crust: Tender.

Filling: Jelly-like, but balanced flavor.

Texture: Melts in

your mouth. It should be a bit more crispy.

Location: Rawdah Star

Crust: Kind of nonexistent and the bottom was crumbly.

Filling: Rich and chunky.

Texture: Satisfying and nutty.

Location: Al Hamra Dist.

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Pie Paradise 8/10

Peanut Butter Pie It’s a pie for every peanut butter aficionado.

Crust: Crumbly with strong taste of chocolate.

Filling: Smooth and flavorful.

Texture: Balanced. pie.paradise

Sukkar Sukkar 9.5/10

Banoffee We fell in love with this. So sweet and crunchy.

Crust: Thick and crisp.

Filling: Smooth with sliced banana, toffee and cream.

Texture: A bit of everything!

Custardachio Such a weird, delicious combination!

Sucre De Nada 8.5/10

Salted Caramel Pie A cool blend of salty and sweet.

Crust: Flaky and flavorful.

Filling: Crunchy salted caramel and creamy meringue.

Texture: Assorted and delightful. sucredenada

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Crust: Hard and chunky layer.

Filling: A layer of pistachio filling topped with well-made custard.

Texture: Varied and rich. sukkar_sukkar

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UNIQUE

COLD INDULGENCES A round up of ice cream stops that provide an enhanced experience.

By Sumaiyya Naseem

The Gourmet Theatre

The Gourmet Theatre gives you delicious and healthy ice cream rolls and the chance to witness it on the spot.

They even have a 24 carat gold ice cream for the elite, another option with fresh rose petals, and flavors curated by local celebrities. If there’s a theatre we’d like to go to, it’s this one.

Location: Prince Sultan St., Opposite Saco

Chill N2

This innovative ice cream concept is a proper science lab in action. Chill N2 whips up ice cream in seconds by using liquid nitrogen in their recipe. The ice cream is super creamy, fresh and full of flavor.

The base used is 100 percent organic.

Location: Hilmi Kutbi St., Zahra Dist.

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The sky is the limit when combining toppings at Marble Slab Creamery. Our favorite is a mix of Reese’s and Graham Crackers with cinnamon flavored ice cream. Marble Slab’s slogan, The Freshest Ice Cream on Earth, is pretty accurate; the ice cream is made at the store itself. marbleslabksa

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Marble Slab

Venchi

The luxurious Italian chocolatier has an interesting option for dessert lovers. You can get your croissant filled with the gelato of your choice. We’re digging this fun and quirky option, and you should too!

Location: Tahlia St.

Chez Sushi’s Moshi ice cream comes in a tasty green tea flavor.

Kulfi from Naan

Kulfi involves a slow cooking process that condenses flavored milk till it’s thick and creamy. Popular flavors are saffron and cardamom, and unique flavors include rose and cream. Kulfi is available at many Indian restaurants, but we recommend the one at Naan.

Location: Al Shate’ Dist.

Chez Sushi

This Japanese fusion dessert was invented a few decades ago and it became really popular due to the distinct blend of textures.

The ice cream’s originality comes from the layer of pounded sticky rice (mochi) that it’s wrapped in – a combination that everyone must try.

Location: Al Rawdah Dist.

Brainfreeze

Brainfreeze offers unique flavors including cereal milk, pistachio and the highly praised Lotus biscuits flavor. Ice cream trucks are the inspiration behind Brainfreeze, and the store even looks like one - but that’s not all.

The logo is a mash-up of an ice cream swirl sitting on top of a cute ice cream truck.

We love!

Location: Al Rawdah Dist.

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ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE Decodes Mammograms For a more precise and accurate breast cancer risk assessment.

Breast cancer screening is almost for free in KSA, however few women actually take the test. Around 73 percent of the cases are detected in an advanced stage, which minimizes their chances to be cured.

The University of Washington published a survey in 2015 under the consensus and funding of the Saudi Ministry of Health and its Institutional

Review Board (IRB).

According to the survey, 92 percent of the total 10,735 participants reported never having a mammogram.

The MOH and other key players in the Saudi healthcare sector have to consider more aggressive means to inform women about the importance of mammography and the latest technologies in expediting breast cancer detection.

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Houston Methodist Hospital is a leading breast cancer center with dedicated clinics for treating triple negative breast cancer.

Recently, researchers at Houston Methodist developed an Artificial Intelligence (AI) software that reliably interprets mammograms, assisting doctors with a quick and accurate prediction of breast cancer risk.

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IN THE KINGDOM

DEVLOPING ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE

Once ready, plans include making the AI system available to Houston Methodist partner hospitals in Saudi Arabia. HMH is a longstanding partner of a number of leading Saudi healthcare service providers such as King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center and King Fahad Medical City.

Dr. Stephen T. Wong, Chair of the Department of Systems Medicine and Bioengineering at Houston Methodist Research Institute, said that the software intelligently reviews millions of records in a short amount of time, enabling us to determine breast cancer risk efficiently. It is currently under development and evaluation at Houston Methodist but the team expects it to be ready in about a year.

THE FUTURE WITH AI

The AI has the potential to reduce unnecessary biopsies, save physician time, minimize patient discomfort, and provide more precise subtyping of breast cancer for the selection of optimal treatment options.

Such an AI system will strengthen women’s trust in early detection possibilities.

Web: houstonmethodist.org/global

The AI intuitively translates patient charts into diagnostic information 30 times faster and with 99 percent accuracy.

The team used the AI software to evaluate 500 patient mammograms and pathology reports. The software scanned patient charts, collected diagnostic features and correlated mammogram findings with breast cancer subtype. Clinicians used the results to accurately predict each patient’s probability of breast cancer diagnosis.

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A healthy stomach is a healthy person.

By Dr. Rehan Al Taji

FERMENTED FOODS ARE THE RICHEST SOURCE OF NATURAL PROBIOTICS. THESE INCLUDE:

More than 2,000 years ago, Hippocrates said, “All disease begins in the gut.” It’s a piece of wisdom that remains true to this day.

Our immune system was the first to come up with the idea of using bacteria to boost our defenses. These bacteria, also known as probiotics (which means "for life”), hold the key, not just for healthy digestion but also for a strong immune system, mental health and so much more.

"Many people with health issues, such as thyroid imbalances, chronic fatigue, joint pain, psoriasis, autism, and many other conditions do not realize that these illnesses originate in the gut,” said Dr. Josh Axe in his guide about probiotics.

The highest concentration of this good bacteria is found in our gut and is referred to as intestinal flora. Your digestive system alone colonizes about 100 trillion bacteria of different species, 10 times more bacteria than all your body cells.

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Our gastrointestinal tract hosts both good and bad bacteria, with a sweet-spot balance of about 85 percent beneficial and 15 percent harmful bacteria.

Falling out of balance will lead to all kinds of illnesses and negative effects on the body, but simply by consuming probiotic-rich foods and supplements, you can bring things back into balance.

Raw Cheeses (unpasteurized)

Sour Pickles

Sourdough Bread You can also get probiotic supplements, in the forms of capsules, tablets, powders and liquids.

Keep any eye out for two things: - High CFU counts, anywhere between 15 and 100 billion.

- Strain diversity of about 10 to 30 different strains.

Yogurts

THE FIRST AUGMENTED REALITY ENABLED MAGAZINE IN KSA

Look for the Destination KSA AR+ logo on magazine pages

Download Destination KSA AR+ app Available on Google play for Android devices through the below QR Code

WHAT IS AUGMENTED REALITY?

Augmented reality is an advanced technology that enhances digital information with a live video.

In other words, AR utilizes an existing picture and blends new data into it. This technology can offer numerous benefits for businesses; as it helps customers experience what your product has to offer in an entertaining attractive method. Experts refer to augmented reality as an artificial environment presented through the combination of real world and digital data.

WHAT IS DESTINATION KSA AR+?

Destination KSA AR+ is a mobile application through which Desitnation magazines evolved to Augmented Reality enabled magazines. We believe that through AR technologies the perception of printed media can be altered to the best.

Combining printed media with AR technologies will enhance the reader experience enormously through: - Circularity of communication - Dynamic contents

Open the application and point the camera to the page with the AR+ icon and experience the magic.

- High degree of interactivity - Active enjoyment - Multi-mediality So enabling Destination magazines with AR technologies through the use of Destination KSA AR+ will definitely revolutionize the perception of its readers.

Follow the instructions below to download the application and enjoy a whole new experience of Destination magazines. Reality has been Updated.

Scan the QR code to download the application from the App Store and Google Play, Destination KSA AR+ Application is developed and powered

by Zeedia platform. www.zeedia.net

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FALSE FADS Diet trends you really should stop believing.

Trend #1 Detox diets to cleanse and lose weight.

Whether it’s a juice cleanse, a temporary vegan reset or taking certain supplements, there is little evidence that supports the claim that detoxes actually remove any toxins from the body.

Our bodies naturally cleanse themselves through the liver,

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feces, urine and sweat. In terms of weight loss, there is no sound evidence to back up the claim that detox diets support weight loss. Although some people may lose weight in the short term while on a detox, whether due to severe calorie restriction or simply eliminating certain unhealthy foods, it is often regained when you start eating normally again.

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KEEP THIS IN MIND

Trend #2 Eliminating certain foods for weight loss.

Gluten, dairy, meat and carbohydrates are just a few of the items that some suggest need to be eliminated from the diet in order to lose weight.

The truth is, if there isn’t a medical reason – such as celiac disease or lactose intolerance – to cut out a nutrient or food group, doing so is unnecessary and can actually be unhealthy.

It's more likely that weight loss is due to behavioral changes rather than elimination.

For example, if you cut out gluten from your diet you will presumably be consuming more fresh fruits and vegetables, which are naturally lower in calories than most glutencontaining foods.

Trend #4 Everyone needs a cheat day.

There is a large social component to eating and when we get together with family or friends, food is usually a part of it. Allowing oneself the chance to enjoy a nice meal with loved ones is perfectly fine, but understanding the concept of a cheat day is just as important.

A cheat day is meant to allow you some of the (unhealthy) foods that you love so that you don’t feel deprived.

Trend #3 Foods labeled as “health foods” are always better for you.

A food that is labeled as healthy, organic, natural or even purchased at a health food store does not automatically make it healthy. It is important

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to always read your labels and ingredient lists, no matter where you shop. A food product can be labeled as organic or natural and still contain large amounts of sugar, fat and other unhealthy ingredients.

Some people find this very effective while others may not.

If done incorrectly, a weekly cheat day can actually reverse your progress made throughout the week. Instead, try having a “cheat meal” so that it doesn’t turn into a whole day of eating in excess and result in weight gain.

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FITNESS MYTHBUSTERS Fitness habits you’ve been doing wrong.

By Seyma Saricimen

With the constant interruptions of summer and Ramadan out of the way we can finally get back to our fitness goals and clean

up the mess we made to our bodies. Instead of the usual fitness tips that you're bound to read everywhere, I thought it'd be good to

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dispel any negative or flat out wrong information we might have stored in our minds. Let's have a fresh start for our minds and our bodies!

Cleanses don’t help lose weight

Fat does not turn into muscle Fat and muscle are entirely different tissues, so you can’t convert one into the other. Although muscle can’t physically turn into fat, it can wither.

Fresh juices and drinks aren’t a good idea One of the worst forms of nutrition is liquid.

Store-bought drinks and coffee are packed with heaps of sugar and little to no nutritional value; stay away! Even health fads like juicing spike up your insulin levels and don’t do much good.

Crunches are not the best way to a six pack

Carbs aren’t the devil Your body’s main source of energy during an intense workout is glycogen which comes from carbohydrates.

What’s bad are simple, processed carbs that provide no nutritional value.

You know what burns fat? Eating less and working out more. You might lose a couple of grams from a cleanse but that is usually water weight that is quickly gained back. The body is quite capable at cleansing itself without outside help.

Lifting weights does NOT make you bulky Ladies, your body doesn’t make enough testosterone to build muscle mass the way men do and even men have a hard time. Size comes from a high calorie consumption, which is why bodybuilders have to eat A LOT.

Getting a six pack is more a result of eating a clean diet and reducing body fat than any ab exercise you do.

Scales aren’t an ideal measuring tool Scales don’t consider how much of your weight is lean mass and how much is actual fat, or what kind of fat there is. A person might weigh little and still be carrying unhealthy fat around their organs compared to someone fit and strong weighing much more.

Light and diet foods

Light weights don’t tone

You can’t target areas for fat burn

Foods that are labeled low-fat, light or diet are foods that are processed and useless for the body. They’re also higher in sugar content which spikes insulin levels and causes instant fat storage.

Toning isn’t a thing; you either build muscle or you don’t. Using light weights doesn’t help you get ripped quicker. Eating clean and getting lean does though, regardless of your weights.

Full-body strength training and cardio workouts will help burn the excess fat from places you want gone eventually. Working out will burn overall body fat, but you can’t control where it comes from.

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SPIRITUALITY

Modesty

The Character of Islam Why is it so important?

Here are some benefits of Hayaa 1. A person is honorable if he has hayaa, as one who tries to be a good human and good Muslim will surely be honored.

“Every way of life has an innate character. The character of Islam is Modesty (hayaa).” (Abu Dawood) Hayaa in Islam can be defined as modesty, shyness or bashfulness in our character, as in the way we talk, walk, dress and every other aspect of life. Hayaa encompasses self-respect, upright character, humility, decorum, scruple and therefore it is integral that a Muslim acquires it.

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Modesty should be deep rooted in our hearts, and apparent in the way we dress and act.

Hayaa is a very clear indication of our faith.“Iman consists of more than 60 branches (parts).

And Haya is a part of Iman.”

(Bukhari)

A person with hayaa tries not to go against rules and Islamic teachings as he will have to face embarrassment in front of Allah.

2. Our Prophet (PBUH) said: "Hayaa does not bring anything except good." (Bukhari) 3. The Prophet (PBUH) said, "Hayaa comes from Iman; Iman leads to Paradise.

Obscenity comes from antipathy; and antipathy leads to the fire." (Bukhari)

Besides, who doesn’t like modesty?

Web: aateam.org theislamicteam

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T R AV E L T R E N D S

TRAVEL NEWS A Belgo-Japanese Celebration of Flowers and Friendliness

The Brussels Grand-Place was adorned with a gigantic ocean of flowers. The carpet of flowers was a celebration of 150 years of friendship between Belgium and Japan.

China Planning on Saving Endangered Species with Four New National Parks China's endangered giant pandas, Tibetan antelopes, Asian elephants and Siberian tigers must be saved from poachers. This is why the country is considering creating

four new national parks dedicated to protecting these endangered species.

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NEWEST FLIGHT ROUTES

BY FLY NAS

Fly Nas has announced the launch of three new routes from Dammam to Tabuk, Ha’il and Qasim.

WHEN PIKACHU TAKES OVER This year’s Pikachu Tairyou Hassei-Chu or the weeklong Pokémon festival of Japan was all about splashing in water. Ever since the festival’s beginning in 2014, it has grown to be a popular spectacle with more than 1,000 of the electric yellow creatures marching through the streets.

CULTURE AND TRAVEL COLLIDE THESE ARE THE TOP 6 MUSEUMS ACCORDING TO TRIPADVISOR 1

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The Metropolitan Museum of Art New York, USA

Musee d’Orsay Paris, France

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MARVELOUS MALAYSIA from SR 4,068

Spend 11 nights wandering around breathtaking Malaysia.

Package includes four star hotels, domestic flights and fantastic touristic tours.

Web: gts.travel

Activity On Your Bucket List If you’re stopping by Cape Town, South Africa any time soon, you’ve got to try paragliding.

Soaring above the town and watching the view from above is worth it.

These guys can help: paraglide.co.za

Art Institute of Chicago Chicago, USA

Prado National Museum Madrid, Spain

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Musee du Louvre Paris, France

State Hermitage Museum St. Petersburg, Russia

Motiongate™ Dubai Appoints John Hallenbeck as General Manager Motiongate™, part of Dubai Parks and Resorts, is set to be the largest integrated theme park destination in the region. It is supposed to open its gates end of this month. Motiongate™ announced that John Hallenbeck has been appointed General Manager to oversee all aspects of the Hollywoodinspired theme park’s operations.

AfromCRUISE AROUND LONDON SR 5,430

Immerse yourself in the splendid sights of London as you relax in City Cruises' RiverLiners. City Cruises have a unique guide system that provides a running commentary in six languages and is wheel chair friendly.

Brace Yourselves for Dubai’s New Rainforest

The upcoming Rosemont Five Star Hotel and Residences in Dubai will feature the Middle East’s first rainforest. The hotel will offer facilities such as a manmade beach, aquarium and an infinity pool. The Rosemont is already under construction and scheduled to be finished by the end of 2018.

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WORLD’S

CREEPIEST ATTRACTIONS Morbid must-sees and scary sites.

By Tala Hussein

Our sense of scare has slowly been desensitized, but don’t underestimate the fright trenching in the alluring world’s creepiest attractions.

1. Karosta Prison Liepaja, Latvia Ever wondered what imprisonment feels like?

Former Soviet military prison, Karosta, relaunched as a boutique hotel, allowing visitors special inmate treatment. While being under 24-hour surveillance and receiving verbal abuse from prison guards, Karosta manages to make your skin crawl with its eerie sensations including abrupt cell door openings and random unscrewing of light bulbs.

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2. ISLA DE LAS MUNELAS (ISLAND OF THE DOLLS) Lake Xochimilco, Mexico Isla De Las Munelas is one big nightmarish woodlands.

Populated with an over 50year doll collection, this woodland was transformed into every dead girl’s sanctuary, created after a local Mexican man discovered a dead young girl nearby. Isla De Las Munelas is made to be a Chucky-esque offering for the victim’s dead fate and the many child victims of atrocious murders.

4. PARIS CATACOMBS Paris, France The city of love rests above yet another city that’s the opposite of its sensual style.

Compromised of around six million skeletons, the Paris Catacombs is the world’s largest crypt. The underground labyrinth is made up of intricate skeletal patterns, guaranteed to give you plenty of disturbing imagery for future nightmares.

3. PRIPYAT Ukraine Struck by an evacuation of over 50,000 residents after the Chernobyl nuclear disaster in 1986, the town of Pripyat lingers in northern Ukraine.

Titled the world’s single largest ghost town, Pripyat is furnished with complete abandonment as scientists estimate it will roughly be 20,000 years for it to be safely inhabitable by humans once again.

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5. AKODESSEWA FETISH MARKET Lomé, Togo Akodessewa, recognized as the world’s largest voodoo market, vends a never-ending supply of unsettling items raising an unnerving aura for every daredevil. Apart from its creepy offerings, including dubious “magic powders,” what’s rather more disturbing is its stomach-churning aroma capable of infusing the entire surrounding region.

6. TORTURE MUSEUM Amsterdam, Netherlands Documenting the brutality of man’s torturous abilities towards his fellow man, the Torture Museum offers both real and reconstructed medieval torture mechanisms.

It aims to provide a chronicle of Middle Age callousness, including displays of the agonizing “skull cracker” and the infamous guillotine.

7. MANCHAC SWAMP Louisiana, United States of America

Swept with southern American mythology, Manchac collaborates Louisiana’s melting pot of French, African, American and French-Canadian cultures creating a Cajun and Creole character. Manchac is said to possess all kinds of eerie moods drenched in theories of otherworldly inhabitants, including the Rougarou werewolf of Cajun mythology.

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8. TRUK LAGOON Federated States of Micronesia

Every diver’s dream is fulfilled once they explore the world’s best underwater shipwreck destination, veiled under the beauty of a turquoise lagoon.

This location contains the shipwrecks of roughly 60 warships and 275 airplanes that sank due to a fatal American raid in 1944. A ghost fleet of military equipment reminds every diver of the 3,000 plus vanished souls of warfare.

9. ACTUN TUNICHIL MUKNAL CAVE Belize

Known as the cave of Mayan sacrifice, Actun Tunichil Muknal is plastered with sparkling calcite believed to be the skeletons of Mayan children. Sacrificed to the rain god of Mayan folklore, the sparkling skeletons enchantingly capture the ritual sacrifices made by the Mayans to their gods, more than 1,000 years ago.

The name Actun Tunichil Muknal translates as “Cave of the Crystal Sepulchre,” ironically presenting what was traditionally conveyed as an entrance to hell.

10. AL FAHAD SHIPWRECK, SHUAIBA BEACH Saudi Arabia

Fancy a creepy attraction without the hassle of travel obligations? Anchored within the beautiful reefs of the Red Sea and forming a sharp angle with its magnificent structure, Al Fahad shipwreck is located 35 kilometers south of Jeddah near the beach of Shuaiba. Built

by I.C.H Holland, for Townsend Brother ferry services where it

initially operated on routes from Dover, and then sold in 1986 to the Egyptian Sadaka shipping group, the ship met its fatal fate in 2004 due to technical problems. Al Fahad remains abandoned of any human activity yet local sea creatures have claimed it as fish sanctuary.

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EXPLORE KSA

Glimpses

OF MADINA’S PAST History found in a historic structure.

By Mohammed Mirza

It would be more apt to call the museum Madina Museum rather than the vernacular that has given it the name Hijaz Railway Museum after the train station it is housed in.

Mind you, you won’t be finding any significant locomotives or other steam engine parts here.

Though, there is a stretch of the historic track, a train shed

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and whatever is left of the locomotive engines on the rear, they remain cordoned off for tourists.

The focus in the museum is on the history of Madina in general. The museum covers the history of Madina from once being a small oasis town to becoming the capital of an Islamic empire that was spread

over continents. Constructed by the Ottoman Sultan, Abdul Hamid II, in around 1908 AD, the century-old structure still holds strong and is very well maintained.

The railway station contributed to Madina’s development, but was soon put out of service after a couple of years when the first world war broke out.

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Facade of the museum.

It was thrown open to the public in 2006 after being shut for almost 90 years. For the residents of Madina, the railway station is known as Istasyun.

This was the last station on the Hijaz Railway line that ran from Damascus.

I remember first seeing the structure when I visited Madina years ago when our bus parked in front of it. Our hotel was near the station. I remember it being beautifully lit at night; I thought it was a government office building back then.

Fast forwarding years ahead, the museum was in front me and Turkish pilgrims were all around it marveling at the structure their forbearers, the Ottomans, built. Inside, a wide hall housing very few artifacts greets visitors, at the center of which is a downsized model of the station itself.

We were lead to a small room connecting the hall that housed traditional clothing of the women of the city; most of them were dresses meant to be worn at weddings. A darkly lit wooden stairway that has a beautifully crafted Turkish window leads to the upper floor.

Traditional Bridalwear

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There we saw what could be considered one of the most remarkable things on display in the museum; a bow that is believed to have belonged to a companion of the Prophet (PBUH), Saad Ibn Abi Waqqas (RA) himself.

The upper floor has a long corridor adjoined by multiple rooms, the kinds you see in hotels. The room probably once functioned as offices for the railways during its heydays.

Today, each room is dedicated to a specific piece of history.

A room housing arms and ammunition was probably one of the biggest attractions on the floor that had numerous rifles, swords and shields covered in glass cases. Nearby was a room that had minted coins and currency notes from the era of King Abdulaziz.

The history of Saudi Arabia, right from the first house of Al Saud is brought to light in a room that has long framed posters on its walls. There is also a room that has old photos of Madina; the rapid modernization of Madina is evident from these photos that were taken less than a century before.

Trunk with intricate designs.

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Bow believed to have belonged to Saad Ibn Abi Waqqas (RA)

Once we passed the corridor we reached a hall, though smaller than the one on the ground floor that had old hand written copies of the Quran. There were also gold and silver coins dating back to the Umayyad era right next to them.

Rifles

We then came upon a room on the ground floor that had naturally occurring rare stones that are found in the region including the pink quartz and the agate stone on display. Adjacent to it was the pre-Islamic hall that had ancient pre-Islamic artifacts housed within it.

Pink quartz, flint stone and a stone from the gold mines near Madinah.

A visit to this museum is a must. The tour groups have long been taking visitors to the Qiblatain Mosque and the site of the seven mosques; this museum needs to be added in the itinerary. It sits within walking distances from the Prophet’s Mosque. Turkish tour groups have already started taking their pilgrims to this museum, it’s probably time for other religious tour groups to follow suit. Plus, the entry is free.

Ottoman era artifacts.

The most intriguing thing about them were the ancient inscriptions that seem to the untrained eye to be non-related to the Semitic languages at all. There were also ceramic dishes and incense burners from the same time period that had exquisite motifs painted on them.

There is another railway station in the country from the Hijaz Railway line that is open to the public. This one is at Madain Saleh, some 350 kilometers to the north of Madinah.

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Commemorative Plaque

Fossilized tree trunk and an agate stone.

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T R AV E L T R E N D S

HIJAZI SOUVENIRS

LIKE NEVER BEFORE Memories of the past for every traveler.

By Sumaiyya Naseem

The souvenir shop is the first of its kind in the Kingdom.

Its location complements the experience of the historical district. Tourists, who are already in awe of the old houses like the Salloum Residence, can get keepsakes from the souvenir shop to remind them of the history and culture that they were moved by in Al Balad.

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by Al Balad of the ‘70s. The sights and sounds of the life in early Jeddah were etched on his mind. He traveled across Europe and realized the need to preserve Jeddah’s heritage by way of souvenirs. Three years ago his idea materialized into the souvenir shop.

Just like the streets and artifacts of Al Balad, the Souvenir Shop is doused in reminiscent history.

Al Zamil worked with artists Ehsan Burhan and Mawahib Osman to sketch images that would be recreated into models and figurines. The models will take you back to moments in the past where little girls danced together, the milkman carried his goods and cooks made basboosa.

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The Souvenir Shop waits in the heart of Al Balad’s historical district. It’s a dainty store situated in a cozy corner, right next to a workshop that belongs to a man older than the country itself. Nearby are the timeworn yet dignified houses of old Hijaz. The proud souvenir shop reflects their quaint history with its modern relics and figurines.

Beautiful models of Hijazi doors and windows show off Hijazi architecture. Most of these are replicas of real life structures in the historic district, like Bayt Naseef.

Mob: +966-531657556 albaladsouvenir

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HISTORIC KSA

Caravans to Makkah For centuries Hajj pilgrims arrived through one of these three main caravans.

Anatolia

Syria North Africa

Levant

By Mohammed Mirza

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The pilgrims in the main caravan came from Anatolia, Central Asia and the Levant.

They gathered in Damascus from where they’d set off for pilgrimage, a journey that took them roughly 30 to 35 days.

Pilgrims coming from North Africa gathered in Egypt for the second caravan that took a coastal route to the Holy Cities; the journey took about 35 to 40 days.

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Pilgrims coming from Persia and Khorasan would gather in Baghdad and form the third major caravan. They would crisscross the deserts of the peninsula to reach the Holy Cities. Pilgrims coming from East Asian countries would normally choose the sea route.

They would arrive at the ports of Jeddah or Yanbu from where they continued their journey towards Makkah.

Khorasan

Iraq Persia

Central Asia

East Asian Countries

The caravan route was lined with a network of forts and guarded wells, particularly the route from Damascus as it was this route that saw the most number of travelers.

The caravans coming to Makkah were highly organized and stocked with food and goods. In fact, an armed guard led by a commander known as Amir Al Hajj protected the caravans. Armed guards were necessary to prevent raids from Bedouin tribes. The Amir Al Hajj would pay a tribute called Sarr to the tribal leaders whose territory the caravan passed through.

Some termed the caravans to be like moving cities, which apart from an armed guard and an Amir, had a judge, saddler, chef, secretary, inspector of weight and provisions and two notaries amongst others. The norm for the caravans would be to march in the night in order to avoid the heat of the Arabian sun during the day.

Each caravan was grouped according to the point of origin and would maintain the same positions in the line of march.

The opening of the Hijaz Railway in the beginning of the 20th century marked the end of the celebrated caravans, as it facilitated pilgrim journeys coming from far and wide.

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Shoe Mart Launches Back to School in KSA

Shoe Mart launched a back to school collection for children. The range comes at attraction prices and variety.

The first two models in the X series, Xperia XZ and premium Xperia X Compact, bring new and improved camera technology. The RGBC-1R sensor adds true to life colors by accurately adjusting the white balance on the light source.

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The Call of Duty World League Championship is coming to the Middle East for a new regional eSports tournament. Pros and amateurs can compete for USD 10,000 cash.

Coca-Cola Named Official Sponsor of KSA Football Federation

Nissan announced the launch of the 2017 Patrol. The new patrol complements the legendary Patrol V8. With the introduction of the Patrol V6, Nissan aims to grow by 20 percent over the next two years.

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The car was primarily designed for the European market. One in five Lexus IS is sold in Europe.

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LG expanded the range with the advanced PH450U and the PH150G. The former creates a cinematic experience in the home or office without complications and high price.

The upcoming Paris Motor Show provides the venue for the unveiling of the GTC4Lusso T, the first four-seater in Prancing Horse history to sport a V8 turbo engine.

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MAKKAH ANJUM HOTEL MAKKAH

The perfect combination of worldclass accommodation, outstanding service and genuine Hijazi hospitality• Makkah • Tel: +966-12-510 0000 • Web: anjumhotels.com

FAIRMONT MAKKAH Located adjacent to the Masjid Al Haram, the hotel boasts a prime location as the closest hotel to Kaaba.

Adjacent to the Masjid Al Haram • Tel: +966-12-5717777 • Web: fairmont.com/makkah

HILTON MAKKAH Located

in the heart of Makkah, with city, Haram and Kaabah views.

Adjacent to King Fahd entrance • Tel: +966-12-534-0000 • Web: placeshilton.com/makkah-towers

LE MERIDIEN TOWERS HOTEL Directly connected to the

Holy Mosque through the tunnel of King Abdulaziz gate. Kudai Rd., • Tel: +966-12-5399999 • Web: starwoodhotels .com/lemeridien

MERCURE GRAND UM AL QURA A classy choice for a

luxurious Makkah hotel in the Central area. Al Masjed Al Haram Rd., • Tel: +966-12-5702212 • Web: mercure.com

MERCURE HIBATULLAH HOTEL Offers accommodations to meet every need with 381 modern, spacious rooms and suites, decorated with a local flavour. Um Al Qura St., Al Hafayer At Taysir • Tel: +966-12-549-8855 • Web: mercure.com

RAMADA MAKKAH HOTEL Committed to creating caring experiences for every person, every time. Ajyad, Al Hajlah • Tel: +966-12-5778517 • Web: ramada.com

SHERATON MAKKAH HOTEL AND TOWERS Enjoy easy access to the Holy Mosque, the city’s business areas, transportation options, and shopping destinations. Makkah • Tel: +966-12-576-0000

SWISSOTEL MAKKAH

A contemporary five-star hotel located in close proximity to the holy Masjid, overlooking the Ka’aba, as well as the entire Masjid.

Om AlQura St., • Tel: +966-12-5718000 • Web: swissotel.com/hotels/makkah

ZAM ZAM GRAND SUITES located just in front of King

Abdul Aziz Gate of Masjid Al Haram.

Central Area Ajyad MakkahAlMukarrama • Tel: +966-12-5715555

MADINAH DALLAH TAIBAH HOTEL

Committed to achieve and maintain total guest satisfaction by providing high quality service. Abarzar St., • Tel: +966-148290055 • Web: dallahtaibah.com

DAR A HIJRA INTERCONTINENTAL Ideally

located within walking distance to the Masjid and nearby shopping districts. King Fahad St., Central Area • Tel: +966-14-8207777

DAR AL TAQWA INTERCONTINENTAL Luxury

five star hotel that has one of the most enviable locations in town in the heart of the city centre. Off Al Sitteen St., • Tel: +966-14-8291111 • Web: ichotelsgroup.com

DURRAT ANDALUS HOTEL

unrivalled position, just steps away from Al Masjid Al Nabawi.

Abizar Rd., Madina Almunawara • Tel: +966-14-8282222 • Web: oberoihotels.com

AMERICAN BUFFALO WINGS AND RINGS Prince Sultan St., Almohamadiya • Tel: +966-12-2901138 • Web: buffalowingsandrings.sa

19TH CENTURY BURGER

Here’s where the classic taste of minced beef patties combined with fresh buns are available to you. Prince Sultan St., • Tel: 920019819

20 MINUTES BURGER Juicy,

unique burgers in just 20 minutes.

Tahlia St., • Tel: +966-12-6113187

AMERICAN CORNER

Breakfast, lunch, dinner?

Everything you need is at The American Corner. Khalidiya Dist.

• Tel: +966-12-6060188

CHEESECAKE FACTORY Home

HOTEL ELAF TAIBAH To

CHILI’S Classic American, Texan

facilitate Hajj and Umrah for all pilgrims. Saad Bin Moaath • Tel: +966-14-818-0050 • Web: elafgroup.com

and international tastes.

Al Andalus St., • Tel: +966-12-6634760/ 6632787

LE MERIDIEN MADINAH

IHOP Perfect breakfast spot.

MARRIOTT MADINAH All

150 spacious guest rooms and suites, offers extensive facilities for families, individuals, and pilgrims alike. King Faisal St., • Tel: +966-14-8460777 • Web: marriott.com

MOVENPICK Ideally situated for visitors to the city. Bani Khidrah • Tel: +966-14-818-8888 • Web: moevenpick-hotels.com RAMADA AL HAMRA

Committed to creating caring experiences for every person, every time. Al Siteen St., Bani Khidrah • Tel: +966-14-820-8084 • Web: ramada.com

THE MADINAH OBEROI

The Oberoi, Madina enjoys an

The perfect word to describe this restaurant: flavorful. Rawdah St., • Tel: +966-12-6067233

BRAZILIAN

Provides comfortable 3-star accommodation in Madinah.

Northern Central Area • Tel: +966-14-8291114

Exposes the curious and creative-minded traveller to the most unexpected and engaging experiences a destination has to offer. Khaled Bin El Waleed Rd., Al Jamiah • Tel: +966-14-8460777 • Web: starwoodhotels .com/lemeridien

WING ZONE

of the world’s greatest cheesecake. Le Mall, Tahlia St., • Tel: +966-12-2617001

Le Mall, Tahlia St., • Tel: +966-12-2617032

JOHNNY ROCKETS Serve great all-American food in a timeless and fun environment.

Tahlia St., • Tel: +966 12 692 7614

BRASA DE BRAZIL A restaurant known for its deer and ostrich meat and brazilian beef.

Al Andalus St., • Tel: +966-12-2842345

RIO DE JANEIRO Specializes in Brazilian and Mexican sandwiches.

Sari St., • Mob: +966-502330914 SPEARS Brazilian food that leaves you wanting more.

InterContinental Hotel • Tel: +966-12-2295555

CHOCOLATES ANOOSH Anoosh offers a

variety of chocolates and mouth watering cookies. Sari St., • Tel: 920013222

BOSTANI CHOCOLATE & GIFTS For chocolates, gifts and more. AlHamra Dist., • Tel: +966-12-6412070 • Mob: +966-555201870

CARAMEL One of the most creative patisserie and cake producers in town.

Baghdadiyah, Rawdah,Tahlia • Tel: +966-12-6519383 / 6515593 / 6688527 / 6688529 / 6688978 / 6688541 CHOCOMOOD A special mood in the chocolate industry. Al Rawdah., • Tel: +966-12-6162111 / 6602111 CHOCOLATE CORNER The art

of chocolate. Rawdah St., • Tel: +966-12-665-0669

SHAKE SHACK Serves the most delicious burgers, fries, hot dogs, frozen custard and more!. Le Mall, Tahlia St., • Tel: +966-12-2617042

CHOCOLINE Flavor and

STEAK HOUSE Steaks grilled to

GANACHE A gourmet food

perfection over open fire to sear in the natural juices. Etoile, Malil Rd., • Tel: +966-12-6829955

store that provides savory nibbles, pastries, croissants and more.

Rawdah St., • Tel: +966-12-6601390

TEXAS ROADHOUSE They offer everything from hand-cut steaks and fall-off-the-bone ribs, to some pretty sweet margaritas.

Le Mall, Tahlia St., • Tel: +966-12-2617027

GODIVA Godiva thrills the senses and captivates the hearts of chocolate lovers everywhere.

Tahlia St., • Tel: +966-12-2616630

THE COUNTER Create your own burgers and make them special!

Etoile, King Rd., • Tel: +966-12-2754266

refinement meet to create an outstanding range of luxury chocolates. Tahlia St., • Tel: +966-12-2842846/ 6283548

LEAVES An elegant local chocolatier. Al Rawdah Dist., • Mob: +966-564444928 PATCHI Chocolate gifts that make life exquisite. Al Hamra, Tahlia St., • Tel: +966-12-6525961

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COFFEE & TEA SHOPS CILANTRO CAFÉ Hot and cold

beverages, delectable paninis and much more. Tahliah St., • Tel: +96612-2611191

COFFEE BEAN & TEA LEAF

Delivering the look, taste and aroma of the world’s best coffees and teas. Al Khaldia Dist., • Tel: +966-12-60531430035

DEERA CAFÉ Coffee experience like no other. Al Malek Rd- Stars Avenue Mall, Tahlia St., • Tel: +96612-2632140 KALILA Café and bakery serving

light yet tasty foods from different regions. The Courtyard, Prince Sultan St., • Tel: +966-12-606-1723

SOLO COFFEE Al Rawdah Dist.

Abdul Maqsoud Khuja St., • Tel: +966-12-2630263

STARBUCKS COFFEE

The true essence of coffee.

Corniche Rd., Tahlia St., Rawdah St., • Tel: +966-12-6997852

TEA GSCHWENDNER Their

tea shops are staffed with tea enthusiasts dedicated to exploring the world of loose leaf tea. Red Sea Mall• Tel: +966-12-2150695

TEAYANA A selection of the best tea types in town. Al Rawdah, Al Khaldiya• Tel: +966-12-606-5850

THE BAGEL BAR Offers a wide

range of healthy and delicious snacks as well as light meals and main meals. U-Shaped Center, Al Rawdah • Tel: +966-12-6644337

FAST FOOD DOMINO’S PIZZA

DATES BATEEL Deluxe chocolates,

delectable dates, superb pastries and a vast selection of gourmet foods. Red Sea Mall • Tel: +966-12-2150144

NADIYA Nadiya luxury dates are the perfect expression of Arabian traditions and hospitality. Panda, Bin Dawood, Al Musbah Airport • Tel: +966-12-6914033

TALAH DATES Dates, sweets, drinks, and the finest Arabian coffee. Sari St., • Tel: +966-12-6837887

TAMRATY Tamraty is the leading

store holding a wide variety and the best dates hand picked from its farms. Al Rawdah Dist., • Tel: +966-12-6637995

YATMOR Taking Saudi hospitality

to a whole new level.Khalidiya Dist., • Tel: +966-12-6065000

FINE DINING CROWNE GRILL Dining spot

serving fresh selections of US beef, fish, chicken and lobster. Crowne Plaza • Tel: +966-12-6611000

Rawdah St., • Tel: +966-12-6643414

TOKI Toki is the ultimate place in

Jeddah to serve authentic Chinese cuisine similar to the practices for centuries in Mainland China.

Laylat - Al Malik Rd., • Mob:966506666190

SALMONTINI LE RESTO

Known for their salmon. Corniche Rd., Hamra Dist., • Mob: +966-593251111

LUMIERE Fine dining in

JOE’S DINER It’s like a traditional American diner with great American food.

Khalidiya Dist., • Tel: 920006474

GINZA I CHOME A Live Sushi Bar not to miss!. Rosewood Jeddah, 2nd Floor • Tel: +966-12-2607111

KFC

BERT’S They have one main

The third largest take-out and pizza delivery restaurant chain in the world.

Al Batarji St., • Tel: +966-12-6629546

DELIFRANCE Delifrance draws

on expertise based on nearly one hundred years of tradition. Al Salama Center, Prince Sultan St., • Tel: +96612-6171555

INTERNATIONAL AMARA TERRACE Comfort

food with a unique twist. Prince Faisal Bin Fahd St., Ash Shati • Mob: +966-555354139

CAFFE AROMA Serves

everything. Mostly known for their amazing fries. Corniche, near Intercontinental Hotel, Al Hamra • Tel: +966-12-6605160

CAPPUCCINO CAFE

A selection of snacks and beverages, enjoyed by the sea.

Al Hamra Dist,. • Tel: +966-126921121

LAYLA’S GOURMET Head

One of the best fastfood chain restaurants.

Al Andalus Hira St., Ali Al Murtada • Tel: 920001213/ +966-12-6197267

PAPA JOHN’S

MARCEL’S Delicious and tasty

SOY Contemporary Asian cuisine.

HARDEE’S

and gourmet pizza. Tahliah St., Khalidiya Dist., • Tel: +966-12-6064717

LENÔTRE Cakes and chocolate for all tastes. Teatro Mall, Tahlia St,.

• Tel: +966-12-2611222

SURA Authentic fine dining Korean cuisine. Rawdah Dist., • Tel: 920007212

LA CUISINE Known for their excellent dishes. Falastin, Hamra Dist., • Tel: +966-12-663 0363

PANINO’S Hot sandwiches, salads

MARBLE SLAB CREAMERY

new level of sophistication to French dining to Jeddah. Teatro Mall, Tahlia St., • Tel: +966-12-6680303

CASPER & GAMBINI’S All day restaurant-café specialized in casual gourmet meals and awardwinning signature coffee. Tahlia St., • Tel: +966-12-6637979

An American pizza restaurant chain. Tahlia St., Prince Sultan St., Prince Abdullah Al Faisal St. Al Makarunah • Tel: +966-12-6233314

The largest chicken restaurant brand in the world.

Al Rawdah Dist. , • Tel: 920021111

BRASSERIE LOUIS A whole

French cuisine. St.,Prince Faisal Bin Fahd, Al Shati • Mob: +966555356373

FRENCH objective: eat well and healthy.

Rawdah Star Center • Tel: +966-12-6606633

CRÊPE CAFÉ Casual authentic

crêperie. Roshana Mall • Tel: +966-12-2634989

LA CRÊPE DORÉE A local creperie known for their unique taste. Red Sea Mall • Tel: +966-12-2130467

here for sweet and savory treats.

Mahmud Nasif, Al Andalus • Tel: +966-12-663-6937

LITE BITE Light treats. Eat smart!. Madinah Rd., • Tel: +96612-2901424 RISTORANTE JEDDAH Classic and innovative Italian specialities.

Tahlia St., • Mob: +966-509550993 •Tel: +966-12-6696201 THE SANDWICH GALLERY

Sandwich flavors from around the world with a unique twist. U-Shape Center, Al Rawdah • Mob: +966-544222234

TOASTED

An innovative and fresh approach to food. Rawdah St., • Tel:920018306

ZODIAC Fine dining experience combining excellent service and food. Palestine St., • Tel: +966-126607548

ICE CREAM BASKIN ROBBINS STORE

Offers desserts like fondue, affogato and cakes, all in a family friendly restaurant environment.

Corniche • Tel: +966-12-6067527

FRESH BERRY Frozen yoghurt with over 25 topping choices. Stars Avenue Mall • Tel: +966-12-6077479 HAAGEN-DAZS Premium ice

cream parlor. Stars Avenue Mall King Abdulaziz Rd., Red sea mall • Mob: +966-559576854

Bringing happiness to every cup, cone, cake and pint. Prince Sultan St., Mall of Arabia, Andalus Mall, Haifa Mall • Mob: +966-533888959 low fat flavors.Tahlia St., • Tel: +96612-2612301

PINKBERRY Pinkberry is a non fat frozen yogurt concept that offers a light and refreshing guilt free treat. Red Sea Mall • Tel: +96612-2151551 SHAKELICIOUS Creamy

shakes! Rawdah St., • Tel: +966-126928208

STICK HOUSE A fun way to

enjoying ice cream. Khaldia Dist.,

THE FROZEN YOGHURT

FACTORY Frozen yoghurt with a healthy twist. Red Sea Mall, Arab Mall, Andalus Mall, Al Batariji St., Al Khalidiyah Dist., Obhur • Tel: +966-12-2151551 VENCHI The ultimate

destination for chocolate lovers.

Tahlia St., • Tel: +966-12-2614878

ITALIAN IL GABBIANO Indulge in true

Italian flavor with a relaxing classic atmosphere. Corniche • Tel: +96612-6587049

LALLO We use fresh pasta at our restaurants to give the taste of homemade cooking to valued customers. King Abdulaziz Rd., Tel: +966-12-6614719 LA PROMENADE CAFE One of the best dining spots in town.

Promenade Mall, Tahlia St., • Tel: +966-12-6688712 MARGHERITA Your ultimate gateway to the Italian taste.

Al Khaldiya Dist., • Tel: +966-126061100 PIATTO Generous servings of

fresh and authentic Italian dishes.

Etoile Center, King Rd Tahlia St., • Tel: +966-12-692-2501

PIZZA EXPRESS

Fresh pizzas. Tahlia St.,• Tel: +96612-2617037

PIZZA FUSION Pizza Fusion: fresh, organic and ecofriendly. Rawdah Ar, Rawdah St., • Tel: +966-12-261-6933 PORTO CERVO Food lovers beware, you’re in for a tasty surprise in Jeddah.

Prince Sultan St., Al Khalidiyah • Tel: +966-12-6901669

ROSSOPOMODORO All our

ingredients come directly from the Neapolitan region of Campania.

Kings Rd., Al Salamah • Tel: +966-12-6926318

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TARTUFO Rich ingredients freshly imported from Italy.

Ahlan Food Court,Tahlia St., • Tel: +966-12-6638248

MIDDLE- EASTERN AL NAKHEEL Al Nakheel

presents an exciting atmosphere great food and an experience that is second to none. King Fahd St., • Tel: +966-12-6066644

AL THAMARAT Home of Hijazi cuisine. Al Basatin Dist., • Tel: +966-12-2345606 ASEIL A journey through Saudi Arabia. Courtyard, Khaldiah Dist., • Tel: +966-12-6062349

BYBLOS Savor an array of unique tasteful flavors and indulge your senses. Al Quraysh Rd., Alhambra • Tel: +966-12- 6697655

CUISINE HALAWANI FA Syrian, Lebanese style cooking.

Ismail Abu Dawud., Al Andalus • Tel: +966-12-6688900 GOODIES The ‘go-to’ Lebanese restaurant. Stars Avenue, Ground Floor, King Abdulaziz Rd., • Tel: +966-12-2847333 LABEEB Casual dining restaurant providing the market with fresh Lebanese food. Tahlia St., • Tel: +966-12-2847333

SEMSOM Semsom is here to revive traditional Lebanese recipes and create new ones. Al Khalidiyah • Tel: +966-12-606 SHAMI Share our sizzling passion for good food in the relaxed atmosphere of Shami Restaurants.

Falastin, Al Ham’mra • Tel: +966-12-6743987 SHOBAK Your pie, your way!

Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz St., • Tel: +966-536884433/ +966-138988887/+966-13-8988887 •Mob: +966-536884433

TURKISH COOKSHOP RESTAURANT

Turkey’s one of the very well known restaurant&cafe chain’s Jeddah branch is serving Turkish food and the food from all over the world with its unique interior design. Tahlia St., Aster center.Khalidiya Dist., • Tel: 966-12-6062750

KOSEBASI Tue to the traditional recipes of south Anatolia.

Al Rawdah • Tel: +966-12-6112302 MADO One of the leading

restaurants offering a truly memorable authentic Turkish dining experience. Prince Sultan St., Khalidiya Center • Tel: +966-12-2151216

TURKUOISE Blending history and culture. Al Rawdah Dist., • Tel: +966-12-6832128 • Mob: +966-538101789 YILDIZLAR Serving up a mix of Turkish and Lebanese Cuisine.

Al Maadi., Al Hamr • Tel: +966-12-6531150

CHINESE ASIA BOX A fusion of Thai, Indonesian, Chinese, Malaysian, and Japanese dishes with a modern look. Hamad al Jasir St., (Qassim Zeynah St.), Al Rawdah, • Tel: 966-12-6917222 BAYTOTI Offering the freshest

ingredients and finest quality materials to provide you with the home goodness Chinese food.

Al Mohammadiyah • Tel: +966-920007741

INDIAN BHARAT Experience a matchless culinary journey with Bharat succulent dishes. Sari., Al Zahra’a • Tel: +966-12-2753944 •Mob: +966-503969617

INDIA GATE Indian restaurant that gives you a great taste of true Indian spices.Sharafiya Dist., • Tel: +966-12-6440276 LASANI All time marvelous

indian restaurant! KBeside Muhammadia Plaza ‘ Madinah Rd., • Tel: +966-12-6510162

RAJ TCome for appetizing and

savory dishes served at Raj, indian restaurant. Tahlia St., • Tel: +966-12-2632137

RED DRAGON Red Dragon

serves authentic chinese cuisine.

King Khaled St., Dammam • Tel: +966-550680111

SHEZAN Let the aroma of mixed spices drive you to the wonderful experience and delicacies of an Indian kitchen.Sari St., Andalus St., • Tel: +966-12-6621086/ +966-126656040 • Mob:+966-561494232

CHINA GATE Come to China

ZAIKA Indian food and dining

Gate for quick and tasty dishes.

King Abdullah Rd., • Tel: +966-12-6970672

CHOPSTICKS The “ Fresh Chinese Cuisine”. Al Hamra Branch, Falasteen St. • Tel: +966-12-6907575 NOODLES Noodles blends

traditional and modern Chinese culinary cuisine in a warm and friendly setting. Rosewood Hotel, Corniche • Tel: +9966-12-26071116836789

PAN JAN Pan Jan delivers the finest Asian Cuisines to you. The Courtyard, Al Rawdah St., • Tel: +966-126065994 P.F. CHANG’S Discover dishes that become the topic of your conversation. Le Mall, Tahlia St., • Tel: +966-12-2617021 THE NOODLE HOUSE

Authentic Southeast Asian dishes over an open flame and in full view of the guests. Teatro Mall, Tahlia.

• Tel: +966-920002690

TOKI Mouth watering flavors from the east. Leylaty Complex, Malek Rd., • Tel: +966-12-6681080 • Mob : +966-506666190 YUMMY YUMMY Yummy Yummy offers variety of Chinese & Japanese cuisine.

Saqr Quraish St., Al Salamah • Tel: +966-12-2570777

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offering a high quality service and atmosphere. Boulevard Center, Al Rawdah Dist., • Tel: +966-12-6111798 • Mob: +966-552965028

JAPANESE BENIHANA Benihana

restaurants are traditionalJapanese hibachi steakhouses, featuring the Japanese cooking:”teppanyaki.”

Abdul Rahman At Tabayashi, Al Andalus • Tel: +966-12-6686014

GOLD SUSHI CLUB Inspired by the spirit of Japanese culture and food cuisine. Sari Gate Center, Sari St., Al Rawdah • Tel: +966-12-6068069

HANISAN

Hanisan brings a contemporary yet sophisticated dining experience to the heart of Jeddah.

Byblos Complex, Corniche Al Hamra • Tel: +966-12-6695894 • Mob: +966-50668-3107

MIZO Mizo is unique, elegant

,yet simple japanese restaurant that provides top notch Japanese cuisine with creativity and style Tahlia St., Al Andalus Dist., • Tel: +966-12-6649883

OHAYO

Ohayo will take you on a gourmet journey you won’t forget anytime soon! Kayal St., Al Khalidiyah • Tel: +966-12-6836789

SAKURA Sakura is Crowne

Plaza’s signature Japanese Restaurant. Crowne plaza Hotel, Al Hamra • Tel: +966-12-6611000

SUSHI YOSHI Sushi Yoshi is a leading Japanese restaurant with its own unique design that stands out from the rest. Atallah Commercial Center, Corniche Rd., Al Rawdah Star Mall, Rawdah St., • Tel: +966-12-6997854/ +966-12-2616734 WAKAME

We are passionate about Sushi!

Come and discover what great mouth watering sushi really tastes like. Al Rawdah St., - Kings Rd., • Tel: +966-12-6682003/ +966-12-6124204

ZEN SUSHI LOUNGE

Zn Lounge is a sushi and sashimi joint. Roshana Mall, Tahlia St., • Tel: +966-12- 2634889

TUNISIAN ALTESSE ALtesse is the hallmark of pastries. Al Hamra • Tel: +966-12-6645877 • Mob: +966-502765210

DESSERTS & BAKERIES AL NABULSI SWEETS Arabic sweets and desserts. Al Hamra • Tel: +966-920001345

BON BON

All our delicious hand-made cakes, gateaux and patisseries are a taste sensation using traditional recipes.

Star Avenue Mall,Kings Rd., • Tel: 966-12-6697655- 2754830

HELEN’S We only bake original

recipes using the best and freshest ingredients in the market.

Kayal St., Al Rawdah • Tel: +966-12- 6977729

LAYLA’S GOURMET Pastries, cakes and pies. Villa 50, Tahlia St., • Tel: +966-12-6636937 • Web: laylasgourmet.com MUNCH BAKERY If you are a

person with a sweet tooth then here’s a haven you can indulge in.

Al Hamra • Tel: +966-920015010

NESTLE TOLL HOUSE Dessert created with a passion for life and endless imagination is more than just a sweet temptation.

Red Sea Mall • Tel: +966-12-2346238 PAUL Our products and shops exude a French way of life: at the same time gourmet and sophisticated, warm and timeless.

TAHLIA ST., • Tel: +966-12-26671633 PINK CAMEL We are a place of

indulgence with our freshly baked French macarons, or our unique “gourmet” home décor collection.

Al Rawdah • Tel: +966-12-6982175 Al Nahdah• Tel: +966-12-613-2525 • Web: arena.sa

SAADEDDIN PASTRY The best pastry and sweets in the city only in Saadeddin Pastry. Hira St., • Tel: 920017070

SWEET AND SAVORY

Specialized in sweet and savory muffins to die for. Prince Sultan St., Al Muhammadiyyah , Sari Et, Al Salamah • Mob: +966-590310001 • Tel : +966-12-6821221/ +966-12-6127503

THE CAKE BOUTIQUE

Specializing in wedding cakes and delightful wedding giveaways, while also producing everything sweet.Al Rawdah • Tel: 966-12-6390767

BOUTIQUES AMBER ABAYAS

Wear amber, Smell amber Tiraz mix store, Stars Avenue.

Insta: @amberabayas

DAL DESIGNS

Trendy line of modern thobes & Victorian Dresses Mob: +966-504628342 www.dal-designs.com insta: @dal_desings

DE JOIE TAHLIA ST, ANA SPECIAL MALL, HATOON BOX STORE

Mob: +966-556699709 Email: boutiquedejoie@gmail.com Insta: @boutique.de.joie

FITYANI BOUTIQUE

Evening and bridal dresses.Al Rawdah Dist., • Tel: +966-12-6673971 • Web: fityaniboutique.com

HATOON BOX,

a box full of fashion Tahlia St., Ana Special mall Mob: +966-505355484 Instagram- @hatoon_box

HEBA AL-QURASHI, HAUTE COUTURE

Multi-brand designer store. Ana Special Mall, Prince Sultan St., • Tel: +966-12-6642194 - 6670528 • Web: mayassfashion.com

Tahlia St., Ibrahim al-Qurashi center next to Bank al Arabi Mob: + 966-541713781 web: hebaalqurashi.com insta: @hebaalqurashi_official

BABUSHKA STORE AL RAWDAH DIST.

HOME GROWN MARKET POP UP market for

AL MAYASS

Al kayal St., Mob: +966-540005915 Web: babushkastore.com Insta: babushka_store

BADAWIAH

BY SAFIAH AL AQUIL

Clothing inspired by ethnic cultures worldwide. Proceeds will help raise funds for children in need.

Email: Badawiah.info@aol.com Insta: _badawiah_

BOUQUET DRESSES

middle-eastern designers info@homegrownmarket.com Mob: +966-538235768 inst @homegrown_market

HOORBAHAMDEIN, A CLASSIC AND UNIQUE WOMEN’S CLOTHING LINE Mob: 966-540988169 www.hoorbahamdein.com instagram- @hoorbahamdein

HUDA BAMAROUF, HAUTE COUTURE

Mob: + 966-547079661 Insta: bouquetksa

Mob: +966-590043709 Email: banarouf@hotmail.com Insta: @h_fashion_designer

BLACK COUTURE, ABAYA IN DIFFERENT STYLES

JASMINE BOX

Mob: + 966-555684242 Email: black_couture@hotmail.com Insta: @blackcoutureabaya

BLACK DESIGN

Red sea mall, gate 9 Tel: +966-12-2151700 Mob: + 966-566277230 +966-552200647 Insta: blackdesign_abaya

CELINEB COLLECTION,

Women’s clothing (French, itaian, amaerican, UK brands) TahliaSt. Inside Mermaid salon and spa Mob: +966-502366942 \+ 966544826267 Instagram- @celinebcollection

CREAM A multibrand fashion & lifestyle concept store .

Stars Avenue,Malik Rd., • Tel: +966-12-662 6272 -6626272 • Web: creamfashion.com

Rawdah Dist Jeddah., Tel: 966-12-668 5533 Mob: + 966-506685533 web: jasminebox.com insta:- @jasminebox

JILBAB COLLECTION, STYLISH ABAYAS

Mob: +966-558107007 Email: jilbab.nr@gmail.com Insta: @jilbab_nr

LIBRA BOUTIQUE

Unlock your inner beauty by slipping into stylish & comfortable outfit Abdel Magsood Khojah St., Tel: +966-12-6116335 Mob: +966-540884744 web: libraboutique.com insta: @libraboutique

MAHAT, FASHION

Tel: +966-12-6611061 Mob: +974-55701903 Email:mahat@mahat.com Insta: @mahat_concept

MAISONBOM GALLERY Stars Avenue mall., Tel: +966-12-275 3775 Insta: @maisonbom

NADA BUGSHAN, FASHION DESIGNER

SOFINAZA BOUTIQUE

Tahliah St., behind Hefni Center, Mob: +966-535867006 +966-502572900 Email sofinazaboutique@gmail.com insta @sofinazaboutique

Mob: + 966-506060674 +966-564224745 Insta: @by.nb

SPADE BOUTIQUE

NAWAL STORE

SOTRA

Prince Saud Al Faisal st., Al-Taher tower., Tel: +966-12-6606502 Mob: +966-537092529 web: nawal-almaimani.com insta: @nawalstore

NAWARA

New collection every Thursday Mob: +966-535485755 insta: @nawara_boutique

NEWBURY BOUTIQUE

Contemporary fashion boutique Rawdah., • Tel: +966-122754564 •Mob: +966505622250 • Web: newburyboutique.com

NOUF FASHION BOUTIQUE Tahlia St., Roshana mall, 2nd floor Jeddah, Insta: @nouf_fashion_boutique

ORANGE BLOSSOM

Mob: +966-561406540 Insta:@orangeblossomksa

Mob: +966-504602532 Insta: @spade_boutique Clothing and accessories.

Ana Special Mall, Prince Sultan St., •Tel:+966-12-6915082 • Mob: +966-560895556 • Web: sotraonline.com

USELESS STORE

Al Rawdah Dist., Abdel Magsood Khojah St., Mob: +966-543002500 Email: shopuseless@gmail.com web:shopuseless.com insta: @uselesstore

WAREDA SHAH COLLECTION

Plus size clothing anfashion.

• Tel: +966-502867065 • Web: waredashah.wix.com

ZAKIA ATTAR DESIGNS

PINK OR BLUE ROOMS

Tel: + 966-12-2155513 Mob: +966-531116885\ +966545052854 Email: info@zad-designs.com web: zad-designs.com insta: @zad_designs

RUBY BOUTIQUE

LOMAR

aternity wear, children wear, hand painted customized children bedrooms. Al Rawdah St., • Tel: 966-12-6634452 • Web: pinklining.com Nasif St., Tahliah Jeddah Tel: +966-593822223 insta @ruby_boutique

SABINE BOUTIQUE,

House of Jilbab abaya & kaftan, local brand. Retailer of international brands Tel: +966-12-6651572 Mob: +966-531977156 Inst @sabineboutique

CUSTOM THOBES Menswear such as thobes, shirts and Ihrams.

Al Rawdah Dist., Tel: +966-920000554 • Mob : +966-593322900 • Web: lomar.sa

MIHYAR

Men’s clothes shop.

Al Rawdah St., • Tel: +966-12-2615197 • Web: mihyararabia.com

SAUDI SWAG, LUXURY FASHION & LIMITED EDITION SNEAKERS

SAB THOBE

Aya mall., Mob: +966-568587477 Insta: @s3odiswag

Specialized thobes for men.

• Tel: +966-555699969 • Web: sabthobe.com

SHADABOUGARI BOUTIQUE,

SINDI

classic ,Victorian designs Al-Amal st., web: shadabogari.com info@shadabogari.com

Classic and casual thobe-wear.

Al Rawdah, Al Tahliah • Tel: +966-12-6678587 - 6631604 • Web: sindithobe.com

SHAHADALBAKRI, ABAYA DESIGN

TOBY

Mob: +966-568605339 Email: shahd.albakri@icloud.com Insta: @shahad.albakri

SHEHANA, CONTEMPORARY ABAYA Mob: 966-569753240 Email: shehanadesigns2013@ gmail.com Insta: @shehanadesigns

Sharp, trendy and simple thobes made for the sophisticated and successful businessmen.Prince Saud Al Faisal, Al Rawdah Dist., • Mob: +966-546234838 •Tel: 966-12- 6646671 • Web: tobybyhatem.com

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FLORISTS ALWAN FLOWERS Providing

top quality urban and environmental services to the community. Al Tahlia Dist., • Tel: +966-12-6608448 • Mob : +966-567722700 • Web: alwanco.com.sa

AZHAR RIMA Elegant bouqets and centerpieces. Prince Sultan St., • Tel: +966-12-2564001 GARDENIA florist, event

FURNITURE AL GHALIA INTERIORS

Design firm specializing in turkey commercial and residential projects. Al Rawdah Dist., • Tel: +966-12-6916149 • Web: alghalia-ides.com

AMERICAN GALLERY Good quality furniture, both office and household. Tahlia St., • Tel: 966-12-6676031

planning and landscaping.

Arafat, Al Hamra Dist., • Tel: +966-12-6606162 • Web: gardeniaonline.com

BATAL DESIGN Ultimate design address offering marvelous objects that underline wealth and sophistication all year long • Web: b-design.co

GRASS Event management

BO CONCEPT Make customised

company that provides planning resources. Alkayal St., • Mob: +966-537979797 • Web: grassflorist.com

JEDDAH FLOWERS Same day florist flower delivery. Alkayal St., • Tel: 8007566023 • Web: jeddah-flowers.com N CUBES

Floral arrangements and delivery for all types of events.

Prince Sultan St., • Mob: +966-551406813 • Web: n-cubes.com

MOHAMMED RAHBINI, flower

and weeding design Mob: +966-554699695 Insta:- @mohamedrahbini

PETALS

First floral art company in the Kingdom. Al Rawdah., • Tel: +966-12-6642519 • Web: petals-sa.com

ROSE IDEA CO, EVENTS,

flowers and wedding planner Mob: +966-550058792 Insta:- @roseidea2

ROSE LAND From selling natural flowers, making flower arrangements to wrapping gifts, this store encompasses everything you need. Al Faiha’a Dist., • Tel: 966-12-6440028 REDLINES FLORIST

Rawdah St., Mob: +966-547742423 Insta:- @redlines_florist

SINDIANE FLOWERS Sells

fresh flowers and offers the service of making up arrangements up to your taste.

Prince Sultan St., •Tel: +966-12-6835679

SULTAN GARDEN CENTER

Distinguished in the field of gardens and their accessories. Al Andalus Dist., •Tel: +966-12-6686666 •Web: sultangardencenter.com

and coordinated design furniture and accessories affordable to the urban-minded customer.

Al Rawdah St., • Tel: +966-12-6141418 • Web: boconcept.com

CLOSET WORLD Focus on

customers’ needs, lifestyle and budget to create the organizing solutions they need. Sari St., • Tel:+966-12-4202435- 920001595 • Web: closetworld.com.sa

DIMOS Modern and

contemporary furniture.

Al Rowdah Dist.

• Tel: 966-12-2830302 • Web: Dimos.com.sa

DOMVS Find all exclusive and unique items from the latest home fashion that is most trendy. Al Rawdah Dist., • Tel: +966-12-6611447 • Web: domvs@diyarkom.com

GALLERY ONE

AMAL AHMADD

Wedding photography Mob: +966-566 193 829 Modelling and fashion Mob: +966-567652913 Insta: @amalahmadd

EXPRESSIONS PHOTOGRAPHY

Al Rawdah Dist., info@expressionsphoto-sa.com Mob: +966-569150376 Tel: +966-12-6639370 Insta: @expressionsphotography

FAHAD AYYAD PUBLISHED PHOTOGRAPHER web: FahadAyyad.com insta @fahadayyadphoto

HALA PHOTOGRAPHY, PROFESSIONAL SERVICE

Mob: +966-537299664 Email: halaphotography@gmail. com • Insta- @halam91

HADEEL PHOTOGRAPHY

Mob: +966-568826009 Insta- @hadeel_photographyr

MC PHOTOGRAPHY

A professional photography service in the Gulf region.

• Web:mchahine.com

MF PHOTOGRAPHER PHOTOGRAPHER, GRAPHIC DESIGNER Mob: +966-592229096 Insta @mf.photographer

MOKHTAR CHAHINE

Email: info@mokhtarchahine.com Insta: @mokophotography

NOHA DAHLAWI, PHOTO BOOTH AND EVENTS Mob: +966-505525217 Insta: @noha_photography

A diverse collection of contemporary art products by incredibly talented artists. Red Sea Mall King Abdulaziz Rd., • Tel: +96612-6077119 • Web: g-1.com

PHOTOGRAPHY BY SAMIA, DESTINATION WEDDINGS

H.Q. INTERIORS 100% made in

and wedding photographer.

Web: reembajabaa.com

Italy furniture within the Middle East.

Al Madinah Rd., • Mob: + 966-565659229 •Tel: +966-12-6395665 • Web: hq-interiors.com

IKEA To offer a wide range of

well-designed, functional home furnishing products at low prices. Al Aziziyah Dist., •Tel: +966-12-6633000-920004532 •Web: ikea.com

PHOTOGRAPHERS AK PHOTOGRAPHER Mob: +966-566990595 Insta: @akstudio7

ALAA NUSAIR

Mob: +966-546060081 Insta: @lulus_photography81

Mob: +966-555623613 Insta: @photographybysamia

REEM BAJABAA Fashion

REFLECTION PHOTOGRAPHY Mob: +966-556990044 \ + 966558884842 Insta: @reflection.aw.photography

RIZ PHOTOGRAPHY Mob: +966-570097602 Insta: @r.d_00

RYAN NAWAWI,

photographer web: nawawistudio.com insta @rnawawi

UNIQUE SHOTS Specializes in contemporary wedding and lifestyle storytelling.

• Mob: +966-555072883 • Web: uniqueshots-Photo.com THE LOFT-ME

Email info@theloftme.com web: theloftme.com insta @theloftme

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ZAKARIAELFALLAHI,

Beauty – fashion Tel: +966-502622520 web: zak-photography.com insta: @zak_photography

CLINICS ABJAD CENTER Provide a variety of programs covering the needs of girls in health, psychological and social aspects.

Off abdullah albalkhail St., • Tel: +966-12-6968599 • Web: abjadcenter.org.sa ACT ADULT AND CHILD THERAPY CENTER

Providing accessible and innovative mental health care services for children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. Al Awadi, Al Andalus• Tel: +966-12-2615950 • Web: actjeddah.com

ARAB DOCTORS CLINIC

Deliver world-class health care from a local doctor to patient, backed up by top medical specialists and supported by the latest research and education.

Salama Dist. ,• Tel: +966-12-6060092

BEAUTY CLINIC Plastic

surgery, dermatology and laser hair removal. King Abdul Aziz Rd., AlZahra Dist.,• Tel: 920020129/ +966-12-0020129 • Web: beautyclinic-sa.com

DERMA CLINIC Leading center for dermatology, laser and plastic surgery in the Middle East.

Tahlia St., Bin Homran Center • Tel: +966-12-6699999 • Web: dermaclinic.com DR ASHY MEDICAL CENTER Medical services covering all branches of the field of cosmetic surgery, laser, skin diseases, weight loss and skin care. Al-Rawda Dist., AbdulMaqsood Khoja St., • Tel: 920009336 • Web: mamdoohashy.com

EED CLINIC Cosmetic and

medical services. Steen St., • Tel: 920022211 - 966-12-6398858 • Web: eedclinic.net

FIRST CLINIC Top-rated

medicial facilities and services.

Al Zahra’a Dist., • Tel: +966-122754243

OBAGI A global specialty

pharmaceutical company founded by leading skin care experts.

Al Hamra Dist., - Arafat St., • Tel: +966-12-6614000 • Web: obagihospital.com

SKY CLINIC Offering specialized skin services. Sari St., • Tel: 920009126 /+966-12-6064473 • Web: skyclinic.net

GYM & HEALTH CENTERS ARENA MMA & FITNESS

Home to the most qualified and experienced martial arts and fitness experts in Saudi Arabia.

ELAF TRAVEL

CONCEPT 10 10

Personal and private training. Prince Sultan St,. (AL Salamah Center) • Tel: +966-12-607761602 • Web: concept1010pro.com

Full range of travel and tourism services in the Kingdom. Al Hamra • Tel: +966-012-6641233/+966-126690603 • Web: elafgroup.com

FITNESS FIRST

MAJED TRAVEL & TOURISM All things travel and tourism.

King Fahad Rd., • Tel: +966-126873600

One of the world’s leading health and fitness companies. Sixty street behind Arab National Bank • Tel: +966-12-6900881- 2600441 • Web: fitnessfirst-me.com

ZAHID TRAVEL

FITNESS TIME

Your travel agency, world-wide. AlHamra Dist., • Tel: +966-12-26135956510711• Web: zahidtravel.com

GOLD’S GYM ELITE

ALBILAD HOTEL

Provide the best sports and fitness services. Madinah Rd., Mohamadiyah Dist.

• Tel: +966-12-6226369 • Web: fitnesstime.com.sa

HOTELS

Designed to empower and guide women to reach their personal health and wellness goals. Al Khaldiah • Tel: 966-12-2282858 • Web: ggarabia.com

An oasis of hospitality situated right by the Red Sea Al-Corniche Highway• Tel: +966-12-694 4777 • Web: albiladhotel.net

JUNIOR GYM Sports and physical

Experience comfort and convenience Al Hamra• Tel: +96612-6611000 • Web: ihg.com

CROWNE PLAZA

activities for children age 1 to 14 year. Al-Zahra Dist., • Tel:+966-12-6911347- 603964161 • Web: junior-gym.com

HOLIDAY INN

The perfect mix of business and pleasure for today’s comfortseeking traveler. Al Madina Rd., • Mob: +966-509970091 • Web: ihg.com

OLYMPIA CENTER The largest

and most successful fitness center in the kingdom. Al Hamra • Tel: 966-12-6655000 • Web: olympia-center.com

WORLD GYM - LADIES The

iconic celebrity fitness scene and the serious, no-nonsense workout.

Tujjar Jeddah • Mob: +966-556689923 • Web: Tahlia St.z-club.com

OBAGI A global specialty pharmaceutical company.

Al Hamra Dist. ,- Arafat St., • Tel: +966-12-6614000 • Web: obagihospital.com

Z CLUB Offering its clients a

package of sense relaxation, healing, rejuvenation and strengthening. Tahlia St., • Tel: 966-12-6690204 • Web: z-club.com

SPA & BEAUTY CENTERS BOUTHAINA

Beauty and personal care. Tahlia St., • Mob: 00966-556660183 • Tel: +96612-6666662 • Web: bouthaina.com

CHAMELLE PLAZA Relieve

physical and emotional stress.

Al Hamra. • Tel: 966-12-66568076634355 •Web: chamelleclub.com

EVE SALONS & SPA One stop

destination for fashion and beauty.

Sultan St., Al Haram • Tel: +966-126581977/+966-12-6581455 • Web: evejeddah.com

JEAN LOUIS DAVID Hair and beauty services. King Rd., Tower • Tel: +966-12-6655000 / +966-126068678

MAISON DE JOELLE

Tahlia St., • Mob: +966-566882700 • Web: maisondejoelle.com

NAIL ART First nail care salon to open in Jeddah. Al Kayyal St., • Mob: +966-506669851 • Web: nails-art.com ORIANA A sanctuaryt o experience soothing and rejuvenating services and products in a relaxing & elegant atmosphere. Attallah Center, Cornish • Tel: +966-12-6220773 920002132 • Web: oriana-sa.com PLANET BEACH Enjoy a private spa experience for a reasonable cost and in far less time than a traditional day spa. Al Batarji St.,• Mob: 966-581097799 • Tel: +996-126620671• Web: planetbeach.com

SPA LOUNGE Providing worldclass spa and wellness experiences for the mind, body and soul. Al Kayyal • Tel: +966-12-2630904 TONI&GUY Latest fashion in the hairdressing industry around the world. Tahlia St.,• Tel: +966-122616230 • Web: toniandguy-sa.com

PEST CONTROL MASA PEST CONTROL

Offers effective pest control services.

• Tel: +966-12-2601684 • Web: masapestcontrol.com.sa

SWEEP To provide customers with a pest free environment Al Nahda Dist., • Mob: +966-545448181 • Web: sweeppestcontrol.com

TRAVEL AGENCIES

ACE TRAVEL

Ranked among the top three travel agencies in the Kingdom.

Heraa St., • Tel:+966-12-6056002/ +966-12-6060018 • Web: ace-travel.com

AHLAM TRAVEL

Flight, hotel and cruise bookings • Tel: +966-12-6610761/ +966-12-6600661 • Web: ahlamsa.com

AL AMOUDI TRAVEL AGENCY Deliver the best travel and tourism experience to clients within the Kingdom. King Abdullah Rd., • Tel: +966-12-6577333/ +966-12-6600661 • Web: altayyaronline.com

AL TAYYAR TRAVEL

Combines 21st-century facilities with impeccable service and Saudi hospitality. Corniche • Tel:+966-12-2295555/ +966-12-6577333 • Web: ihg.com

INTERCONTINENTAL

Combines 21st-century facilities with impeccable service and Saudi hospitality. Corniche • Tel: +966-122295555 • Web: ihg.com

JEDDAH HILTON

Convenient for both travellers and those on pilgrimage. Corniche Rd., • Tel: 920003800 • Web: hilton.com

LE MÉRIDIEN

Exposes the curious traveler to the most unexpected experiences.

Tahlia St., • Tel: +966-12-6633333 • Web: lemeridien-jeddah.com

MÖVENPICK

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

Madinah Rd., • Tel: +966-12-6676655 • Web: movenpick.com

PARK HYATT

Among the finest luxury hotels in Saudi Arabia. Al Hamra • Tel: +966-122639666 • Web: jeddah.park.hyatt.com.sa

ATTAR TRAVEL

ROSEWOOD JEDDAH

DAREEN TRAVEL AGENCY

SHERATON HOTEL Located in one of the most sought after areas in Jeddah. North Corniche • Tel: +966-12-699 2212 • Web: sheratonjeddah.com

An expert in the delivery of travel solutions and services. Al Zahra, Mishrifah • Tel:+966-126611222 •Mob:+966548180829 • Web: attartravel.com

Travel and tourism agency.

Al Madinah Al Monawarah Rd., • Tel: +966-12-6691831 • Web: dareenagency.com

Designed for both the business and leisure traveler. Corniche St., • Tel: +966-12-2607111 • Web: rosewoodhotels.com

A celebrity salon and a leading beauty house in the Middle East.

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KING SALMAN BIN

ABDULA ZIZ AL SAUD

PRINCE MUQRIN BIN ABDULAZIZ AL SAUD

Prince Khalid Al Faisal

Saudi

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