DJ Issue 84

ISSUE 84 JANUARY 2016

From the spacious exclusivity of Ascott, to vibrancy of city living at Citadines, we have a hotel apartment designed to make you feel at home in Jeddah.

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EditorsAabiya BaqaiNafeesa McDowellSahrish AliSohila El SaadanyContributing WritersAisha MartinHatoun Al ToukhiIman LinjawiJohara AlmogbelJou PabalateMirvat AmmouriMohammed MirzaReem AsaadSeyma SaricimenYasir MalakZareen Muzaffar Intern Marya AtassiGuest Fashion Editor Felwa Alhudaithy

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Hello 2016, We Mean Business!

There’s something about the start of the year that makes you feel renewed and ready to take on the world. It’s like a head straight to GO pass on the monopoly of life and you can’t wait to roll the dice and see what the future holds.

For this special Business issue, it gives us great pleasure to introduce you to the pioneer 30 Under 30 list of Destination Magazine. These

young, self-made and inspiring entrepreneurs used talent, hard work and creativity to rise above challenges and come up on top. We wanted you to have a little bit of everything to help you jumpstart your enthusiasm for the year ahead. Enjoy the Red Sea with our guide to water sports, and make use of our wardrobe tips this season.

As always, Destination is packed with all you need and want to know about living it well and happy in the city. So flip through our pages and you’re bound to discover something you can relate to.

For 2016, Destination Jeddah will remain to be the magazine by Jeddawis, to Jeddawis and for Jeddawis. And in our commitment to be the local lifestyle guide of KSA, we are delighted to announce the launch of our sibling, Destination Sharqiya. From west, to the capital and now the east - please show them as much love as you’ve shown Destination Jeddah and Destination Riyadh.

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Dining Around Town• Dining Scoop- Ocean Basket Opens!• Our Favorite Sushi Joints• Arabic Spices and How They’re Used

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Travel Trends• Travel News:- Sharm El Sheikh- Tour to Singapore - Royal JordanianEXPLORE KSA• Shafei Mosque in Jeddah

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Arts & Entertainment• Art with Yasser Alireza• What Makes a Good Driver?• Water Sports to Try

Style & Beauty• Keep Cozy this Winter• It’s Sneaker Season• 10 Beauty Myths

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Special Features• 30 Under 30: KSA’s Young Entrepreneurs

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Business• Reem Asaad: It’s All About Startups• Lifestyle Developer’s Projects• Fun Office Supplies

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Healthy Living• The Health Myth Series• Mommy Tricks for Healthy FoodSPIRITUALITY• The Debt Cycle

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10 KSAA Milestone for Women

On the night of December 12, 8,624 women of all ages, countries and cultures came together at Princess Noura University Stadium in Riyadh to make history at 10KSA, breaking the Guinness world record for the largest Human Awareness Ribbon in support of Breast Cancer awareness. The initiative spearheaded by Princess Reema Bint Bandar is an amazing feat and the first of its kind in the Kingdom.

Throughout the day, 10KSA organized a variety of activities such as hosting a move zone, where gyms from east to west of the Kingdom showed their support through classes, a martial arts exhibition and fun fitness challenges and a fun zone with carnival games to keep the lighthearted entertained. Mobile screening programs were made available on-site through the Ministry of Health and featured over a dozen charity organizations and hospitals. It was a testament to achieving great things in unity.

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JEDDAH BOOK FAIR The Jeddah Book Fair was in town from Dec. 12 - 22 and it was anything and everything reading enthusiasts could hope for. With workshops in Arabic calligraphy, photography, playwriting skills, creative writing for children, forum discussions on poetry, arts and sciences, and book signings by local authors, it was the ultimate exhibition experience.

The books themselves were no less. From academic books, local and international literature, nonfiction books and even comic books, the book fair really went all out. They also had accessories such as bookmarks and office stationery for enthusiasts to add to their collections. Around 100,000 visitors went per day in a span of 10 days, making it one of the most sought out events of the year.

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DAHMUN Strives to Attain Peace Dar Al Hekma University Model United Nation’s (DAHMUN) 6th annual conference kicked off Nov. 25 at the university’s auditorium in a simple ceremony. This year’s conference witnessed its largest contingent since DAHMUN’s inception in 2007. With continuous violence not only in the Middle East but worldwide, DAHMUN’s 3-day conference was themed “The Light of Justice: A Glowing Torch or a Burnt-Out Flame?”


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3. World Gym Saudi Tops Other Gyms Around the World World Gym Saudi won the award of Best Overall Marketing Programs during the annual event of the World Gym International Convention held in Las Vegas and attended by the representatives of 260 World Gym locations around the world.

2. Braun Reveals New Collection Braun, the world’s No. 1 epilator brand, hosted an experiential event in Jeddah which was attended by some of the most influential beauty and fashion leaders in KSA. The event, titled “Braun Beauty Girls Night In,” was the first of its kind in the Kingdom.

1. LG Launches New Smartphone, LG V10 The newest smartphone from LG Electronics, LG V10, reached customers in Saudi Arabia on Dec. 3. The new smartphone launch event took place at Korean restaurant, Sura, in Jeddah. By launching this innovative technological device, LG keeps its customers a step ahead with the updates in the latest smartphones enabled with ultra-advanced characteristics.

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5. Saudi International Motor Show 2015 Aljomaih Automotive, the largest dealer of General Motors in KSA and the Middle East, participated in the 37th installment of the Saudi International Motor Show held in Jeddah. It featured a wide variety of new 2016 Chevrolet, GMC and Cadillac models, spearheaded by the local premiere of the Cadillac V-series in the Kingdom.

4. Mercedes-Benz Brand Experience at BIC The new season of the Mercedes-Benz Brand Experience has launched recently at the Bahrain International Circuit (BIC), with over 50 models offered to driving enthusiasts. A large number of Mercedes-Benz motoring fans in the Eastern Province headed to the circuit to discover the contemporary all-new models of Mercedes-Benz.

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ARABNET RIYADH 2015 Technology TrendsThe largest and most exclusive digital gathering in KSA.By Seyma Saricimen

ArabNet Riyadh 2015 is the largest and most exclusive digital gathering in the Kingdom, which holds unique discussions and talks around digital business, technology and entrepreneurship.

This year’s conference covered many interesting topics in the digital world and gave brilliant minds a chance to be recognized and meet other like minds.

Some of the Areas Covered: eBusiness Strategic Online Positioning Through Luxury Commerce Management, Digital Mobile Banking, The True Power of eRetail, Islamic Digital Economy, solutions and apps serving Islamic-conscious users.

Technology Machine-to-Machine and Internet of Things, Augmented and Virtual Reality, Gaming at the Forefront.

Design+Code A day of workshops for entrepreneurs, developers and designers focused on building great digital products/services.

Competitions ArabNet ran three competitions at the event highlighting rising talents in the region, who pitched their startups, ideas and creative games during the Forum Days.

In 2015’s three-day event, the hottest trends common amongst all categories were apps; gaming apps, marketing and research apps, banking apps, business development apps, apps in the food industry and e-commerce apps. As the app industry was burning the floor, gaming apps took the forum to a whole new level, presenting six game developers from Saudi Arabia, Egypt and Jordan, who showcased their apps at the Battle of the Games. The ultimate winner out of all the amazing games presented was Popcorn Chef by a developer from Jordan.

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JAN. 4 MIT ENTERPRISE FORUM MIT Enterprise Forum (MITEF) Saudi Arabia is part of a global network of chapters dedicated to the promotion of entrepreneurship and innovation worldwide.

Tel: +966-12-6603177Email: [email protected]: mitefsaudi.org

JAN. 7 – 20 TURKISH FOOD FESTIVAL A culinary journey into the heart of Turkey.

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Location: Jeddah Center for Forums and EventsWeb: hvacrexposaudi.com

JAN. 12 – 14 2ND RED SEA OPHTHALMOLOGY SYMPOSIUM (RSOS-2) One of the major scientific ophthalmology regional meetings in KSA discussing the recent advances in ophthalmology.

Location: Hilton HotelTel: +966-11-4659857Email: [email protected]

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JAN. 21 JOHNNY CUPCAKES X GSHOCK WATCH LAUNCH A launch event of the fresh-out-of-the-oven limited edition timepiece collaboration baked by Johnny Cupcakes and Gshock topped off with a fun design competition.

Location: Virgin, Red Sea Mall

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FEB. 4 – 6 AYTAMONA Biggest children festival across the Kingdom.

Location: Malik Rd., East of Uloom Al Bihar RoundaboutTel: +966-12-6061531Mob: +966-559222275Email: [email protected]

FEB. 9 – 13 JEDDAH RESTATEX EXHIBITION Don’t miss the opportunity to become part of Ejadah Confex to create a platform that promotes innovation and creativity in Saudi.

Location: Jeddah Center for Forums and EventsTel: +966-11-2171788Email: [email protected]: restatexjeddah.com

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S TA R T U P S :

Startups is the new wave of hope for the growing population of talented men and women around the world. The trend probably began in Silicon Valley in the early 70s –that 1,800 square miles of land with 3 million people and hundreds of billions of dollars in asset value. It hosts some of the world’s largest companies by market capitalization.

Saudi Arabia caught the startup “fever” in 2011. Thanks to its versatility and low barriers to entry, the startup landscape has become a destination to many aspirers in any domain. In fact, startups have been in existence for many years but they were called “private businesses” where our fathers risked their capital and set their passions free. Today, special incubators and accelerators are spreading across the Kingdom to accommodate the supply of ambitious talents eager to realize their dreams.

Starting up is a great new year resolution.

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• Sam Altman Startup Playbook Sam Altman

• Disciplined Entrepreneurship Bill Aullet

• Zero to One Peter Thiel & Blake Masters

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The Author:Reem Asaad is an inspirational Saudi woman. She is a wife, mother, writer and financial adviser.

Asaad was ranked the third most powerful Arab Woman in 2012 by Arabian Business Magazine.Email: [email protected]

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My Top Tips

1. DO WHAT YOU LOVE. Cliché? Try doing something you don’t and see what happens. Passion is the number one must for any successful venture. It will lift you through the down times and pivot points. Startups are famous for those.

2. TIMING. No matter how awesome your new fax machine is, it still is a fax machine! Or, do you want to become the 100th Uber in town?

3. TEAM. Easier said than found. Whether a cofounder or a junior programmer, s/he must share your passion for the startup. This will keep them around in down times or when competition looms ahead.

4. FORGET VACATION. Maybe intermittent breaks but formal vacations cannot be afforded in startups. The physical and mental work is literally round-the-clock. The thought of your startup will emerge in most occasions: events, outings, friends, mostly in the form of ideas, opportunities or even small tips.

5. COMPETITION IS GOOD. Learn where others are, and don’t repeat. Do your risk/reward calculation with an open mind and don’t be afraid to collaborate.

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Siddiki is a person of high energy and willingness to take chances, go the extra mile and thrive on new challenges by outlining career goals and targets to achieve throughout his career. His will and perseverance prepared him to become a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) at the age of 19, and a Chartered Financial Analysts (CFA) at only 23.

“My parents were adamant that we should investigate as to who was the youngest CPA ever to clear the exams, and we submitted all documents to the Guinness Book of World Records team in the UK. After a long wait of six months they gave us the good news that I was the youngest CPA in the world Alhumdulillah.”

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ABDULLAH AL YOUSEF, 27Tam Development LLCtam.sa

Abdullah Al Yousef is the CEO of Tam, a company worth 4 million dollars today. Tam is co-founded by Salim Al Yousef, Rawaa Bakhsh and Abdullah Al Damak. Tam’s mission is to transform local issues into opportunities that empower entrepreneurs to create solutions. The company aims to encourage the community to take part in society by proactively seeking effective solutions to local issues. Tam won the UN-World Summit Award in 2013 and the International Star for Quality in Geneva in 2014.

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HUSSEIN ATTAR, 26Sawerly Co.sawerly.com

Hussein Attar co-founded Sawerly, which is a medium between photographers and people who require their services. Sawerly is the first company in the MENA region to provide a clear and straightforward way to request and book photographers online. It will be expanding into the UAE, Egypt and more countries, and was covered by many outlets, including Arabnet, Wamda and Entrepreneurs KSA, as one of the hottest startups in the MENA region.

The list of young Saudi mavericks leading the Kingdom's new generation of entrepreneurs.

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NOUF ABU RAS, 25Kurt Storekurtstore.com

Kurt was founded in March 2014. It is a social business providing contemporary abayas in order to impact society. The team at Kurt believes that the struggle of an individual is a struggle of all, and society is accountable for its people through preserving their dignity, as well as raising their quality of life. Thus, they designed a Tradition Fusion Model whereby traditions are tweaked in two ways: one, by mixing the traditional abaya with new colors and designs and secondly by using the monetary gains to fund different social programs diverging from traditional donations.

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JAMIL SHINAWI, 29Peninsula Partnersshinawi.com

A successful Saudi businessman with original entrepreneurial flare, Jamil Shinawi has over a decade’s experience in the private sector. As a business owner, he grew this early stage enterprise into a multi-million-riyal business with customers across the GCC. As co-founder of Peninsula Partners, Shinawi has has embraced technology and innovation and now focuses on commercializing intellectual property, using it to address unique challenges in the business world.

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MOHAMMAD AL HOKAIL, 30The Marketing Department (TMD)tmd.com.sa

Mohammad Al Hokail is the co-founder and managing director of The Marketing Department (TMD), an online marketing agency based in the Middle East. He manages TMD’s strategic planning and vision, builds effective teams to provide digital consultation for their clients, like Bupa Arabia, Volkswagen Group Saudi, Nada Dairy and BEKO. TMD is currently discussing more projects with top brands and corporates worldwide. Their expansion plans include serving the Middle East and not just KSA.


Lujain Al Ubaid is the co-founder of Tasamy, a social initiatives center that aims to increase positive change in society. Tasamy empowers the youth and allows them to become proactive change makers in society by fostering, funding and facilitating their social initiatives. Al Ubaid has been selected as a Global Acumen Fellow, a 12-month fellowship for individuals dedicated to changing the way the world tackles poverty.

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LUJAIN AL UBAID, 27Tasamy tasamy.com

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LOAI LABANI, 27Innosoftinnosoft.com.sa

Innosoft in its earlier days was a verbal idea formulated by five people with dreams of doing something extraordinary with technology. A couple of days down the road, three decided to part ways and the remaining decided to continue dreaming. The current Innosoft team is a group of dedicated, focused and creative people who share the passion of creating exceptional solutions to challenging problems. Labani is co-founder and CEO. He has been featured in Forbes list of Top 100 Entrepreneurs Shaping Saudi Arabia’s Future, for two years in a row.



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MAZEN AL DARRAB, 30Hrakat Production, To The Point, Qdrah Co.

Mazen Al Darrab is a passionate e-commerce, marketing and web entrepreneur who founded Hrakat productions, To The Point as well as Qdrah. Al Darrab is using his entrepreneurial endeavors to change and impact the industry by helping clients communicate with their local customers in a professional and creative way. He was awarded as one of the most inspiring young leaders in the Kingdom by Forbes in 2013.

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AMMAR SHAWOOSH, 27Saudi Kadirsaudikadir.com

During his last year at university, Ammar Shawoosh and his partners established Saudi Kadir. Saudi Kadir’s main goal is to fight unemployment by providing suitable job opportunities to local youth. It is the first job portal that puts Saudi youth in the core of its operations. They offer jobs in different fields, career guidance, workshops, skills-based lectures, seminars and other services aimed the improvement and development of skills.

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HASNA ZAHID, 29Bubble Nationbubblenation.com

Hasna Zahid wanted to introduce a new type of drink, something that would bring back memories of bubbles from childhood to people. She founded the first branch of Bubble Nation in 2013. Bubble Nation offers a wide variety of bubbly drinks that not only taste good but look artistic. Bubble Nation also undertakes social responsibility programs such as working with children and young adults with disabilities to ensure it gives back to the community.

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KHOLOUD ATTAR, 29Design MagazineDesignksa.com

Perhaps the most unique and forward thinking publication devoted to the arts – ranging from architecture and filmmaking to interior design, graphics, photography, fashion and the culinary arts – Design magazine is the brainchild of Kholoud Attar. Design grew from a modest circulation of 2,000 in Jeddah to 40,000 throughout Saudi Arabia. Attar was recognized by Forbes for most inspiring leader of the Kingdom and has spoken at many forums related to design and entrepreneurship.


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ABDULMOHSEN AL AJAJI, 27Enjaz Commercial Companyenjaz.com.sa

Graduated from Halifax, Canada, Abdulmohsen Al Ajaji was part of a social security firm for three years in Saudi before he decided to co-found Retail Experts Company which brought in the Japanese Concept store in the Kingdom. He has now move on to establish Enjaz Commercial Company specializing in building materials, which has now expanded to cover both Riyadh and Jeddah.

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ALAA BALKHY, 26Fyunkafyunka.co

A product of a bi-cultural childhood of growing up in Canada and Saudi Arabia, Alaa Balkhy has two passions: illustrating and fashion. The result is the explosive Fyunka, a designer handbag and shoe company based in Jeddah, founded in 2011. Never one to rest on her laurels, Balkhy went to New York City to take courses in fashion business management, fashion journalism and social media as part of her plans to expand Fyunka and continue to build her brand.

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NADA HAKEEM, 27The Loft Creative Hubtheloftme.com

Nada Hakeem founded The Loft Creative Hub in 2012, a business that merges fashion, design and film. The business started out as a project between herself and two of her friends, filmmaker Farah Jouni and designer Ruba Sidani. It is the first business in Jeddah to introduce video promo services to fashion businesses.

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EBRAHIM ALJASSIM, 27HungerStationHungerstation.com

Ebrahim AlJassim grew up in Khobar and studied business administration and finance in Bahrain. His grandfather, an ambitious businessman and entrepreneur, encouraged him to challenge himself and take risks. AlJassim decided to establish an online food ordering platform with many different restaurants. This service is available through website and smartphones. Since its launch in November 2012, the number of customers and restaurants registered in HungerStation increased spectacularly.


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ALJOHARA ALMODAIMIGH, 26Kore StudiosKorestudios.net

AlJohara Almodaimigh is one of the founding members of Kore Studios, one of Riyadh’s well-loved fitness centers. Almodaimigh began the business with her two sisters and two cousins. The gym was able to successfully open the first crossfit box for women in Riyadh, an academy for fitness instructors and is now set to open its second branch.

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HEBAH ZAMZAMI, 30Beyti Expressbeytiexpress.com

At the age of 26, Hebah Zamzami founded Beyti Express, which offers Saudi-made chilled meals based on her mother’s recipes. Beyti Express produces food with that home taste, and packages meals in a safe and healthy way according to strict specifications and high nutritional value. The key to Beyti Express’ success is not only the homemade touch, but also the fact the meals are easily stored and heated.

Abdullah Al Othman is the president and founder of the Geidea Company, founded in 2008. Geidea specializes in a variety of home automation systems, POS systems, IVR systems, security systems and more. The company also includes an International Research and Development center based in Bangalore, India. Geidea has over 150 employees specialized in providing unique innovative information technology solutions using the most extraordinary ideas.

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ABDULLAH ALOTHMAN, 30Geideageidea.net

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KHALID ALALI, 27Lamudilamudi.sa

Lamudi is a Saudi real estate marketplace offering sellers, buyers, landlords and renters a secure and easy-to-use platform to find or list properties online. Lamudi was launched in Saudi Arabia in 2014 and now boasts over 10,000 properties online. Lamudi Saudi Arabia is a member

of Lamudi's global network comprised of 29 countries worldwide. Alali managed to build a top Saudi online real estate portal in less than one year and is currently the Country Head for Opensooq.com, the Middle East’s leading Arabic classified portal.


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ADWA ALDAKHEEL, 24R&A Fund

Adwa Aldakheel was a stock analyst since she was 16 years old. After Aldakheel won the capital trading markets competition on behalf of all of Boston and was approached by investors, she started R&A Fund, which is a fund trading options and stocks in the US markets. Thirty percent of the profits will go to charities in KSA and the remaining 70 percent will be invested in larger social projects.

Mohammed Mutabbagani founded Creative House, which grew out of a Facebook page he created in 2011. The following year, he bought GT Company, which became GT|Creative House, a branding, marketing and design company based in Riyadh. The company possesses an extensive client lists that includes BeBee, Kids Club and Asia Motocross. Mutabbagani now heads the group of GT companies with branches across the Kingdom.

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MOHAMMED MUTABBAGANI, 27GT|Creative HouseGTgroupsa.com

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MARYAM YAMANI, 24 AND SULTANA QANZAL, 26Marsali for Ready Made Garments and Luxuries

Maryam Yamani and Sultana Qanzal set up a retail business and registered their company in 2013. Marsali hires students in enrollment programs so they can offer a learning experience to those looking for internships or part-time jobs. Marsali combines trend and comfort for both men and women, and also promotes local artists as it collaborates with them for creative products. The name “Marsali” comes from merging Mar from Maryam and Sl for Sultana.

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MARRIAM MOSSALLI, 30Niche ArabiaNichearabia.com

Marriam Mossalli started modestly with a career in branding, but transitioned to publishing by launching a design and arts magazine. She built relationships with Michael Kors, Carolina Herrera, Christian Louboutin and Diane von Furstenburg, which led in 2011 to establish Niche Arabia, a luxury consulting firm with high-profile clients like Burberry, Prada, Tag Heuer, Harvey Nicholas and Airbus. In 2014, she was invited to speak at MIT and was First Lady Michelle Obama’s guest at the "Celebration of Design" event at the White House.


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MAJED HAMDOON, 28My Car Service

Majed Hamdoon grew up without a father feeling the heavy weight of responsibility on his shoulders at an early age. This motivated him to aggressively pursue a career. After graduating from the University of Business and Technology, and toiling in the Ministry of Finance, Hamdoon founded My Car, a shop in where clients bring their cars for detailing and foil wrapping (color change). It’s a VIP service in which clients recognize Hamdoon’s passion for cars.

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AHMED AL ESSA, 28Saudi and Arab GarageKsaloverksa.info

Ahmed Al Essa loves cars so capitalized on his passion for motor vehicles by establishing a multimedia platform dedicated to delivering quality content on hypercars in the Gulf region. Al Essa’s website provides the most exclusive content on test drives, auto reviews, spotting new trends and cars, news and has expansive photo galleries of exclusive cars in the region.

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NADA HARASANI, 25Crazecraze.com.sa

Nada Harasani tapped into virgin territory in Saudi Arabia by establishing Craze, an online shopping store, in 2014. The Jeddah-based company offers the latest fashion and accessories trends with an emphasis on exceptional value, quality and customer service. She targets young, fun and confident women.


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NORA AL OKAIL, 30Squares Event ManagementSquaresevent.com

Nora Al Okail is a young Saudi businesswoman and serial entrepreneur specializing in business development and event experience. She is the founder and general manager of Squares Events, one of the most sought after event management companies in the Kingdom today. Al Okail was awarded with the King’s Award for young female entrepreneur in 2014 and was selected as one of the top three creative businesswomen in the MENA region in 2012.

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WALAA AL ASHRAFI, 30Jidajidadesign.com

Walaa Al Ashrafi is an interior designer, masters student, businesswoman and mother. She started her own interior design and architect company, Jeddah Interior Design and Architects (JIDA), which gives innovative approaches to residential, commercial and interior designs. The company’s projects range from hotels, villas, restaurants to resorts. Jida’s projects include Dots Restaurant and Al Safwah Hotel.

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ANMAR FATHALDIN, 27LammtLammt.com

Anmar Fathaldin co-founded UTURN Entertainment and then Jeddah Comedy Club. But that wasn’t enough. His latest venture is Lammt.com, a ticketing platform that allows individuals to spend “quality time with a quality crowd.” Lammt helps customers connect with events, activities and courses such as desert outings, beach activities or visiting historic sites among many other trips. And there are plans to expand throughout the Gulf region.

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ALA’A ALMAKTOUM, 30Akwan Productionsakwan.tv

Founder and creative director, Ala’a AlMaktoum created Akwan Productions as a creative home for visual artists and directors specializing in cutting-edge video productions. Akwan Productions is made up of a young and passionate team who combine their imaginations and technical knowledge to create meaningful content. They focus on creating digital content and are always prepared to create video solutions across the web, mobile and all other mediums.

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The Knight of Illustration

We uncover the super secret illustration mission of the dark knight-no wait- the Knight of Illustration, Yasser Alireza.By Sahrish Ali and Sohila El Saadany

A Saudi artist who resides in Dubai, by day he’s the Director of Visual Communications at a Saudi-based security and defense company. By night, he works on personal creative projects, specifically comics’ illustration and writing. He traveled to the US to study Film and Creative Studies. Later, he returned to Jeddah as a freelance graphic designer, then as a full-time art director and copywriter for an international ad agency in addition to dabbling in publishing.

Learning to Cartoon“What I mostly put together was something a little different than just drawing characters on a page; I like to create stories. I was also strangely fascinated with animal encyclopedias and magazines; to the point where I would create my own versions of fashion, sports and wildlife magazines out of my textbooks.”

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pencil-Ink: markers,

ballpoints, brush inks-Color: wet

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and acrylic)-Digital: Cintiq

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First place in The Dubai Moving Image Museum

Contest, 2014, by creating a single spread comic

strip without any digital effects.

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Making that Art Flow“I suppose the process starts from inside – cliché, but it's the truth. There's always this vivid story in my head about something I'm moved by. Once I get that out, my hands do the rest of the talking. The technique, material and so on are secondary concerns.”

Sources of Inspiration“I am mostly drawn to humanitarian issues, especially stories about underdogs, children, women and ethnicity. As a spiritual person, I try to access where I am and portray that in my work.”


Bundles of BooksFirst Self-Published Book: “Collision KSA” - A series of 24 collisions based on true accounts. Yoga Book for Children: “Papa I'm a Lion, Mama I'm a Butterfly,” created and written by Samra Al Abbasi and illustrated by Alireza. (Available at Jarir bookstore and soon to be launched in the UAE).Currently: “Wayl,” a comic book series created and written by Jordanian Canadian writer and film director, Zaid Adham. It is set to launch this year. (Previewed at: 2015 MEFCC Aflamnah, an online crowd funding company).

Creative Blocks“I feel like I still fall into the trap of derived art. I would like to reach a point where I am confident that my work is a full reflection of my own pure techniques.”

Web: yassmash.deviantart.com

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Let Fakieh Planetarium whisk you away into the undiscovered realms of the galaxy.

Prepare to embark on a cosmic adventure with the newly opened

Fakieh Planetarium. The planetarium is part of Fakieh Leisure and Entertainment Group; it is a unique experience set for the first time ever in KSA.

The space endeavor starts from the outside as the planetarium is shaped as a spaceship. On the inside everything looks like a space shuttle, with screens showing real footage of space journeys.

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The planetarium will continue expanding to include a

variety of sciences besides cosmology. Jamil Attar,

executive director of Tarfeeh Fakieh, explains, “The focus

of the planetarium will extend to other things

besides space such as, Earth science, volcanoes and

marine biology.”

Timings: 6.30 p.m. / 8 p.m./ 9.30 p.m./ 11 p.m. Location: Al Shallal Theme ParkWeb: fakiehplanetarium.com

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and that is for young children, while the other is Stars where the audience delves deep to watch how stars explode. Expect more exciting shows on the way.

Because the planetarium promotes edutainment, a lot of schools have already visited it. The students were immersed into the cosmic world as they learned new things and still had fun. The planetarium will soon encompass special classrooms for students to use before and after their space excursion for workshops or presentations. These areas will also be used for corporate events next year.

You are then transferred into the real expedition as you are exposed to the wonders of outer space through the latest digital technology on a 14-meter screen placed above you and a 7.2 surround sound audio enveloping you.

Another state of the art technique found is the WWT, or the World Wide Telescope that enables you to zoom in to any location on the galaxy. It is controlled by an Xbox arm, hence making the journey all the more fun.

Before the show starts, you will be given a short presentation by a professional team explaining what you are about to watch. There are currently two space shows available, one is Zula Patrol



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Abtal Awwal is an animation YouTube comedy show that released its pilot episode in late 2014. Starting from October this year they came back to release nine episodes every two weeks. It discusses the heroes and famous anime shows from the 80s and 90s and what they’re up to today. The idea came from the actor Sultan Al Nufaisi. Creation, character design and animation are done by Farah Arif, writing of the new episodes by Abdulrahman Al Tamimy, technical supervisor is MAD Tomato and Uturn takes care of distribution.

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The ultimate radio control opportunity.By Aabiya Baqai

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Located just opposite Red Sea Mall on King Abdul Aziz Road, Take Off RC is the only club of its kind in the city. It is both a club and school, providing training in aeronautics, simulators, cycling and aviation safety. You can fly radio control airplanes such as fired wings, helicopters, jet planes and slippery planes, radio control cars such as touring, drifting and off-road cars, and radio control boats will be an addition soon.

The Take Off also holds tournaments for riders from around the Arab region every year for radio control enthusiasts to have a chance to show off their remote control

aviation and driving skills! So, next time you want to take out your awesome radio control vehicle and test it on competitive grounds, Take Off RC is the place to go.

The club is locally and internationally recognized by the Saudi Aviation Club, Presidency of Civil Aviation, Federation of International Aviation and Arab Union for Air Sports.

If you are into remote control races whether

it is planes, boats or cars, then Take Off RC is the

place to be.

Tel: +966-12-6115955 Ext. 105 or 104Email: [email protected]: takeoffrcshop.com

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ROAD SAFETY 101Brushing up your driving etiquette.By Yasir Malak


It is unclear why we are in a perpetual state of rush, even with nowhere to go. Jeddawis consistently fail to recognize the legal right of way at roundabouts, or yielding the right of way at intersections. Also, extend patience towards a confused motorist; honking does not cure puzzlement.

Look as far as you can see, in all directions. Being aware of your surroundings keeps you prepared to respond to any emergency situation such as an errant driver or sudden halting traffic. For this, you should adjust your side view mirrors for maximum visibility and when looking forward, try to see through the windscreens of the cars in front. Check your rear view mirror not only when fixing your hair, but at least every 10 seconds when driving.

Many of us succumb to the temptation of multitasking while behind the wheel, with the most common being cell phone usage. An experiment in the US confirmed that an average driver can apply the brakes in an emergency situation in approximately half a second. For those reading emails, an additional 11 meters were required to stop the car and an additional 23 meters were necessary if the driver is texting.

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Although leaving much to be desired, the installation of traffic light and highway cameras has significantly contributed towards improving our lane discipline. At a traffic light, make sure you are in the correct lane for your intended direction. If on the highway you are being constantly overtaken from the right, you are probably blocking faster traffic behind you. Shift right one lane and let the faster drivers have the right of way.

WATCH YOUR SURROUNDINGS

In conclusion, let us recall the

illustrious words of John E. Lewis,

“If not us, then who?”Drive safe.

In a 2014 study, researchers found that most people rate their driving skills as above average. However,

they also agreed that others might not share their definition of good driving; a slow cautious driver would rate “good driving”

differently than an aggressive and fast driver. The absence of a universal assessment of driving

skills criterion, has shaped a “not-the-safest” driving environment in

the streets of Jeddah.

Subjectivity aside, the driving and pedestrian community

would feel safer if more motorists were respectful, considerate, and generally aware of their

surroundings. With Jeddah being a melting pot of nationalities sharing roads daily, the onus for road safety

falls on the individual driver.

So here are a few tips to reduce chaos:


NEW WHIZ-BANG WAT E R S P O R T SIN JEDDAHWinds, boards, blobs and so much moreBy Aabiya Baqai

KITESURFING AND WIND SURFING Kitesurfing is a type of kite-boarding extreme water sport which specifically involves wave riding with a special stylized surfboard. Windsurfing on the other hand, is a combination of sailing and surfing. Considering the winds of Jeddah, these

sports are a perfect option for water sport lovers in the city.Kitesurfing is now available in Durrat Al Arus Resort for beginners, intermediate and advanced surfers. The lessons are typically for 10 hours over a period of 4-5 days depending on the student’s availability. All levels cost SR 2,500 each and is

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a feasible investment considering how this skill can remain for life. For all wind surfing enthusiasts, Silver Sands Beach offers its waters for windsurfing and all other water sports as long as you bring in your equipment and certification. It’s a great activity to try out especially during Easterly winds between January and March. The equipment is also available for rent within Silver Sands. The best part is that you don’t have to be a member to access the wind surfing spots at the resort.

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FREESTYLE CRUISER SLIDE A freestyle cruiser slide is a slide that you can attach to any kind of boat and slide off of into the water. It also comes up with freestyle trampolines, docks and pools to enhance your water floating experience.

FLYBOARDING AND HOVERBOARDING Flyboarding is the use of water-propelled devices that allows the user to fly above the water. You can also dive in and out and do a variety of tricks. An hour of training is required before you’re allowed in the water with a flyboard or hoverboard. Hoverboarding is for surf lovers who want to experience a new way of surfing. It’s a surfing innovation bound to have you addicted! It involves flying and surfing at great speeds.

THE WATER BLOB The WaterBlob is basically an inflatable waterfront toy used as an alternative to jumping castles for water. It’s all about how high you jump and what tricks you do. If you’re not scared of falling face flat into the water then the water blob is the sport for you.

THE WATER MATThe WaterMat is another ton of fun. With the WaterMat, you can walk on water, run, jump, slip and slide. You can even create your own awesome WaterMat games or just sun tan in the middle of the water.

Flyboarding, hoverboarding, the WaterBlob, WaterMats and freestyle cruiser

slides are all available at AlBatoul Marine with all the

equipment and training necessary.

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STYLE AND BEAUTY SCOOP

Adorned with 50,000 Swarovski crystals, this abaya is a reflection of the modern Arab woman. Check it out! SR 10,000


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Jawahir Store – The Launch Event Aram Kabbani hosted Jawahir’s launch event last November. Brands at the store include Rochas, Eskandar, Luis Anton and Marni. Jawahir is located in Khayat Center.

Style with Burberry Burberry had a successful event at Al Khayat Mall. It was

hosted by Hala Al Harithy and highlighted a variety of its signature cashmere scarf collection, leather

bags and accessories.

Mouawad’s Ruby Collection A Winter of EnchantmentThe Ruby collection by Mouawad captures the essence of the magical winter. The collection offers a wide range of earrings, rings and pendants with the glowing red of the rubies at the center of a gorgeous 18k pieces.

LAMA AL AKEEL

Keep an eye on this up and coming designer who will

take Jeddah by storm with her

designs really soon.

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Boulevard Celebrates Grand Opening with Launch Ceremony The premier luxury-shopping destination celebrated its grand opening on Dec. 9 with a ribbon cutting ceremony by Sheikh Abdullah Binzagr, Chairman of Al Rubaiyat Group, the developers of Boulevard. The opening event was themed around the great fashion capitals of the world, where each boutique marked the opening by offering the best of the new season’s collections.

Puma’s First Store in Jeddah! Puma, in partnership with Yousef Abdellatif Banaja & Partners Co., celebrated the grand opening of its first store in KSA. The opening event was Dec. 17 and the Puma Forever Faster store is located at La Terra on Prince Stultan Street.

Aura is celebrating “Good Aura” by rewarding a nominated Samaritan with a pop-up dinner. The Aura Living Mobile Room will drive through Jeddah,

Aura Living’s Competition and AW15 Collection Riyadh and Khobar, and surprise the individual on the second week of February. Check out @AuraLiving for details of the competition which

will run online from Jan. 1 – 30. The participant will also be given a voucher for Aura Living’s AW15 collection worth SR 2,500. Bourjois Mascaras

Treat your lashes with the wide variety of Bourjois mascaras for a fuller and

thicker look.

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TA MARBOTA Go on an adventure with Ta Marbota’s new travel-wear

collection. The design studio launched Salam travel-

wear recently as a modern interpretation of the abaya/

kimono. Each piece highlights the Arabic heritage while still keeping

in with the modernity of today.



Keep Cozy This Winter

Asos SR 123 Fyunka SR 450

Craze SR 500Craze SR 400

Adolescent Clothing SR 140

Liqourosh from Asos SR 95

Craze Sunglasses SR 165

Masnur Gavriel SR 2,648

Elizabeth and James SR 2,560

Christopher Kane SR 1,769 Lanvin SR 1,775

Pull & Bear SR 128

Valentino SR 2,038

Useless SR 350Useless SR 350



Get The Glow

Tods SR 1,480

Converse SR 340

Gucci SR 2,195

Aquazzura SR 3,400

Sotraonline.com SR 3,120

M2Malletier SR 4,950

Lele Sadoughi at Kadabra SR 1,300

Dolce & Gabbana SR 5,163

Lele Sadoughi at Kadabra SR 850

Lele Sadoughi at Kadabra SR 700

Marni SR 5,023


Sneaker Season WomenBottega Veneta SR 2,340

Robert Ciergerie SR 1,372

Miu Miu SR 2,000

Fendi SR 2,744

Adidas Originals SR 500

Pierre Hardy SR 2,413

Charlotte Olympia SR 1,568

MM6 Maison Margieia SR 1,450

Balenciaga SR 2,156

Marni SR 1,900

Saint Laurent SR 2,010



Sneaker Season Men

Balenciaga SR 1,848

Filing Pieces SR 837

Lanvin SR 2,166

Bottega Veneta SR 2,399

Neil Barrett SR 2,077

Givenchy SR 2,000

Adidas Originals SR 468

Rick Owens SR 2,060

Nike SR 851

Saint Laurent SR 1,649

Iman Linjawi Law graduate from London but fashion addict at heart. Travels the world and gets inspiration from street

markets to runways. Studied design and styling with London College of Fashion and Central Saint Martin.

imanlinjawi Email: [email protected]



The Little GirlsAgainst BullyingYasmeen and Reem Al Saud design t-shirts that promote friendliness and condemn bullying.Slogans like “A bully is a zero not a hero” and “Be a buddy not a bully” conveyed the messages the little girls wanted to send across. With bullying increasing in schools, Al Saud sisters decided to come up with something creative and fun in order to shed light on this issue.

The girls set up their booth entitled “Saddle and Bow” in the Enchanted Garden child enrichment center to raise awareness and make their sales. The name of the booth is actually derived from what the sisters enjoy most. Yasmeen, grade 5, likes horseback riding and has chosen Saddle to represent her. As for Reem, the little fashionista in grade 3, likes all that is stylish and has a deep appreciation for bows, hence the Bow in the title.


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The girls’ endeavor was a collaborative effort between the two of them and their mother, Nouf Al Saud. They drew the designs and came up with the slogans. When asked why they picked bullying in particular Yasmeen replied, “It is because bullying can happen at anytime and anywhere even between brothers and sisters. So we have to try our best to stop it.”

The sisters also explained how the selling process would go. “There is an iPad here that shows slideshows of all the t-shirt designs available.” Reem pointed to the iPad that rested on the stand. “The t-shirts are sold inside boxes that look like composition books. Inside each one there’s a bit about us and even an envelope that people can use to mail us with whatever they want to say,” Yasmeen explained about the black and white composition books arranged in front of them.

The girls had decided to split their profit in half, wherein half would go to charity. This booth is only the beginning to many more projects. They are definitely looking forward to selling more awareness-aimed designs. People can get in touch with them via Instagram to order the t-shirts.

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10S T Y L E & B E A U T Y

Beauty Myths

Time to set some hand-me-down beauty tips straight.By Zareen Muzaffar

You Can Get Rid of Cellulite

Cellulite is a result of the connective fibers between the skin and

muscle that create the lumpy dimpling effect, and 80 to 90 percent of women

have it. Working out and building muscle is a great way to tone up and decrease the level

of cellulite visibility.

You Will Outgrow Your Acne

Most teenagers experience an acne

phase that may voluntarily fade,

but there are many adults, both men and women, who

continue experiencing severe breakouts.

Dermatologists can provide an appropriate

solution; if left unattended, it can scar.

Only Dry Skin Needs Moisturizer There are respective

moisturizers for different skin types

and all require protection. Dry skin types should opt for richer creams, while

those with oily to combination skin can

try lighter lotions. Oil free moisturizers

are best for acne- prone skin.

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Drinking Water Helps Dry Skin Drinking water

regulates the digestive system and hydrates.

To prevent dry skin, it’s essential to avoid and reduce anything that damages the outer

barrier, including sun exposure, irritating

ingredients, drying cleansers,

and smoking.

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Expensive Products are Better

There are many drugstore brands that offer the same quality

as any popular high end brand. It’s the

ingredients that matter; so research before

purchasing anything.

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Makeup Causes Acne Formulations can be

harsh on the skin, especially sensitive skin. Try to use less

makeup, particularly heavy coverage

foundations when you have skin breakouts, and it’s best to use a

mild cleanser.

Dark Circles? Don’t Blame Lack of Sleep

Dark circles are mostly genetic; a result of vein concentration beneath the very thin skin layer

in that area. Fluid retention can lead to puffiness, which can make the dark circles

more obvious.

Toothpaste Treats Pimples

Toothpaste dries up pimples, but also

leaves the skin too dry, inflamed and flaky. It can lead to redness and peeling too; it’s better to consult a

dermatologist instead.

Trimming Your Hair Makes it Grow Faster

Cutting the end of your hair does not affect the

hair follicles in your scalp, which determine

how fast and how much your hair grows.

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Eating Chocolates Causes Acne In most cases,

hormones, overactive oil glands, heredity and dead skin cells that lodge in skin

pores are what cause acne. A poor diet, dairy and high in sugar food

can aggravate skin conditions, leading to

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If you’d like a hipster twist to regular tea then bubble tea from Bubble Nation should be on your ‘need to try’ list. Bubble tea incorporates bubbles in the form of gummy bear pearls known as tapioca. Each drink comes with a fat straw so you can suck in

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DINING SCOOP

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This Just In!Ocean Basket :The New Seafood Spot in J-Town

The menu boasts a variety of dishes including some of the best fish the Atlantic Ocean has to offer - delicious Sole, tasty Hake and succulent Kingklip - imported from South Africa and available only at Ocean Basket.

Location: Prince Sultan Rd.

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those tiny pieces of ‘jelliness’ with your tea. Must Try: Taro Milk Tea and Jasmine Milk Tea

Location: Prince Sultan St., Red Sea Mall and Sari St.web: bubblenation.com

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Morrocan Food Festival at Mövenpick HotelAuthentic Moroccan Specialty Dishes were served at Mövenpick Hotel Jeddah from Dec. 11 - 23 in celebration of the Moroccan culture. Mövenpick invited Master Chef Lachkham, Farki and Chef Jamal from their sister hotel at Mövenpick Tangier, who introduced the cuisines with a twist, enhancing its taste that suits anyone’s delicate palate. The entire ambience was emphasized to be Moroccan with the staff food servers also wearing traditional Moroccan clothes. It was the ultimate Moroccan experience.

The new chocolate shop in town! Apparently this one is becoming known as one of THE best in the city. Have you tried it yet? Let us know what you think @destinationjed.

Location: Rawda St.

Val and her husband are fitness enthusiasts and could not find a proper platform to binge on healthy eats. They then decided to open their own healthy snack and

treat delivery service to help people in Jeddah reach their fitness goals. They promise to use only natural ingredients and give protein shakes a whole new level of awesomeness.

Must Try: The all natural and all healthy brownies and cupcakes.

Mob: +966-504675006

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Jeddah’s Favorite Sushi SpotsThe continuous search for the best sushi bars in town.

A fine-dining restaurant at the Crowne Plaza hotel, it is a place that understands what today’s diner is looking for. They offer a wide variety of high quality Japanese food, hot and cold. It has a nice and calm atmosphere, great food, and excellent service.

Value for money 7/10Taste 10/10Authentic 9/10Overall 9/10

I recommend:Ebi Ten Maki Roll:

Prawn tempura

with cucumber.

California Maki Roll:

Tobiko, prawn, egg,

avocado and cucumber.

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Wakame started as a take-out sushi bar in Al Rawdah District. Later they opened a new dine-in branch on Malik Road. They offer a wide variety of Japanese food including sushi and popular salads and delivery is available.


Wakame Lounge

I recommend:Sumo Maki: Breaded shrimp, orange

and green Tobiko and

Philadelphia cream cheese.

Crazy Crispy California:

Crab, mayo and Tobiko.

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Gold Sushi is one of the best Japanese restaurants in Jeddah, located on Sari Street. The secret of their success is the freshness of the ingredients. Their menu is rich and diversified. They also deliver.


Gold Sushi Club

I recommend:Volcano Maki: salmon, rice,

caviar, teriyakisauce

I recommend:Gold Lobster: For

sharing.Crazy Dragon:

Shrimp Tempura,

Tobiko, Tempura

flakes and Teriyaki sauce.

Gold Maki: Breaded shrimp, orange

and green Tobiko, and Philadelphia

cream cheese.

An outstanding Japanese restaurant located on Prince Sultan Street. Here’s where you find some of the best sushi in town.


Benihana

I recommend: Spicy Tuna

Roll: Tuna, cucumber and

spicy sauce.California Roll:

Crab, avocado and cucumber

Benihana is an American restaurant chain that serves Japanese cuisine with worldwide franchises. It is located off Tahlia, near Danube. Benihana features a great balance between

tasty food, a great experience and good service.


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Interesting information about spices used daily in the Arab world.

SPICE IT UP!

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PaprikaThere are three varieties: sweet, hot and smoked. Packed with minerals, paprika strengthens the immune system while serving as an energizer and stimulant.

ClovesWhile being a key flavor contributor in ketchup, it is also an important ingredient in the spice blends of Sri Lanka and North India.

• Paprika is the only spice used in the

famous Hungarian dish, Goulash.

• Cloves were deemed the most expensive. Wars were fought to protect clove

businesses during the

middle ages.

• Studies reveal that our genes

influence our liking to coriander.

SumacThis lemony tasting spice possesses high antioxidant properties. It also reduces cholesterol levels and betters cardiovascular health.

Coriander Coriander encompasses antioxidant, disease preventing and health promoting properties.

Anise SeedsWhile anise seeds (yansoon) is commonly consumed in hot soothing drinks, it can also be used to flavor fish, poultry, soup and vegetables.

CinnamonKnown as one of the oldest spices, cinnamon helps the body’s ability to utilize blood sugar (among other health benefits) while still providing great flavor to many foods.



GingerGinger is the perfect remedy for nausea, an upset stomach, soothing colds and coughs, or providing scalp treatment.

LoomiWhile being a novelty of the Middle East, this spice is commonly used as a souring agent in soups, stews and the famous Kabsa.

• Cloves were deemed the most expensive. Wars were fought to protect clove

businesses during the

middle ages.

During the medieval times, people believed that

carrying cumin during wedding ceremonies would ensure a happy marriage for

the newlyweds.

Licorice candy is mostly made up of anise seeds and very little licorice.

Cinnamon was once treasured more precious

than gold and studies have shown that smelling cinnamon odor can boost

cognitive brain activity.

• Loomi is actually dried

lime commonly mistaken for dried lemon

and can last up to two years in

your pantry.

Turmeric (Kurkum)Commonly used in curries, this vibrant spice slows the development and growth of types of cancer among other health benefits like being a safe inflammatory.

CuminCumin stimulates and acts as a remedy to digestive problems and is an excellent source of many minerals.

DID YOU KNOW



• Always mix and match your workout by

Recommendation

TruthShorter sessions can actually

be more effective and help you shape and achieve your fitness goals faster.

Training duration and intensity are inversely proportional. The longer the session, the less hard you

can train as the body gets tired. In order to see real fitness change, your body needs to reach its threshold

and break it to set a higher one. At this new base, your body is stronger and your metabolism is faster. High intensity training (HIT) forces you to reach your threshold, allowing your body to adapt stronger and fitter. Also, in this form of HIT, the body undergoes a

post workout calorie burn (you keep burning calories even after the workout is done).

Note: HIT is a method of training harder but for shorter periods.

Myth Longer exercise

sessions burn more calories

and shape you up faster than

shorter sessions.

By Mirvat Ammouri

Searching the Internet for fitness and health can

be a daunting experience, from an overdose of information to often

misleading advice. This series aims to shed light on these hard-held beliefs still

circulating in the fitness industry today.

Conclusion The key to the benefits of short duration workouts is to keep the intensity at ALL OUT or the maximum that you can possibly give. You give your maximum for a short period. HIT allows for real lasting changes.

KEEP THIS IN MIND

varying the durations of your sessions.• Aim for two high intensity, short duration workouts per week. • Don’t compare yourself to others. What you consider high intensity might not be high intensity for others.• Measure your performance regularly as you will definitely improve.

Stay tuned for

more fitness myths in our

upcoming issues

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Three Generations of Humanitarians HELP CENTER


Suad Husseini, Maha Al Juffali and Daniah Ghandour are working together to enable children with disabilities to find their place in the world. By Sohila El Saadany

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What’s working together as a family like?

SuadI think it’s a beautiful combination of family, seriousness, love and respect. It is out of a giving nature that we have started the center, as father and mother, and that continues to be there throughout with my daughter and granddaughter.

Suad Husseini, founder, trustee and grandmother; Maha Al Juffali, director and mother; Daniah Ghandour, psychiatrist and daughter, discuss their relationship inside and outside of work.

Maha I am the middle generation so I have to accommodate the older and younger ones and to talk different lingos. So we try and work different views and integrate them and come up with a compromise because we mainly concentrate on the human element.

DaniahWe all complete each other while bringing in new things to the center. For example, grandma started with pure psychology, my mom brought in more early child education then I brought in severe special needs education.

How do you see your role as both a psychiatrist and a daughter/ granddaughter?

DaniahI work with the families and the children directly. I am not in the directorial sector. So during the first four years of working, I was very adamant that the parents did not know I was my mom’s daughter so I can prove that I am here on my own accord not because I am the boss’s daughter. The best way to explain the family/work dynamics is that there are different chimes and you have to decide which chime rings the loudest. Family for me rings the loudest. I am lucky that I have a family that respects my work and allows me to express myself.

Finally, how do you think society can improve when it comes to dealing with intellectually disabled children?

MahaSociety has changed 360 degrees. Being an intellectually disabled child is not as negative as it was before. Society can improve by acceptance and loving the children, by being motivated to helping them and by not seeing them as sick or dangerous. There are adults as well and they are contributing to their society. They get a salary they go buy and the cycle goes on. This is a good thing for the economic state. CO

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I often hear mothers complaining that their toddlers refuse to eat the food prepared for them. Others complain that their children won’t eat vegetables and fruits; they would pick them out and throw them away. My daughter often says her famous word “Yucky!” and the struggle begins.

“What should I cook for them? My kid just won’t eat! My baby will starve to death!”

By Hatoun Al Toukhi

How to entice your baby with healthy food.Mommy Tricks

Firstly Let us talk about age groups; from 6 – 12 months. Babies are less picky, that is why once you start introducing solid food to your baby, start with vegetables, not fruits. Why? Fruits have a sugary flavor; once their taste buds like this flavor, your baby won’t accept the savory flavor in vegetables. Secondly From the age of 12 – 24 months, assuming that your child has grown all their teeth, some toddlers start recognizing the flavors they like most, whether they prefer sweet or savory food.

Start with vegetable soup. The trick here is to cut the veggies into very small cubes and add small Vermicelli pasta in it, so it looks like your child is eating pasta.

The veggies would be hidden and mixed in tomato sauce to give it a nice flavor. Stay away from salt as much as you can (I prefer to use sea salt in all my cooking). This way your child can start feeding himself (it will be a little messy, but cute). If your baby isn’t allergic to eggs, add the veggies to his omelet or scrambled eggs, you can add either potatoes or zucchini.

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You can also hide your fruit in a home baked cake, like carrot cakeor zucchini chocolate cake.

Feeding a child the right and healthy way isn’t an easy task. It requires patience and consistency. If it didn’t work out the first time, keep on trying, eventually your baby will surrender. Remember one thing, your child will eat what you eat at home, so eat healthy and you will be rewarded.

Now introduce fruits in their food plan. Real whole-pieced fruit, not the mashed fruit your child is used to eating.

There is one great device I found, Fresh Food Feeder; you can put a piece of banana or mango in it, and the child would hold it and mush into the fruit. I discovered that most children this age fall in love with bananas, so try with that first.



Clocks: One of Islam’s golden developments.

Muslim heritage speaks of countless achievements where Muslim scholars reached their zenith, surpassing other neighboring nations. Arithmetic, medicine and aviation are examples of just a few arenas in which our exemplary scholars excelled.

Our Muslim scholars played a colossal role in the invention of clocks; their developments occupy a significant position in the history of inventions.

The Evolution of Clocks by Muslim Scholars

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

By Bint Hasan, Assalamu Alaykum Team The Binkam Water Clock was invented in the 10th century by Ibn Al Haytham: an invention that provided hours and minutes, which no other clock had demonstrated.

Al Muradi’s Water Clock “The Books of Secrets” holds some of the earliest references to the use of mercury in balances. Al Zarquali built two large water clocks on the banks of the river Tagus at Toledo in the 11th century.

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Al Qarawiyyin Clock It was created in 1286-87, by Ibn Al Habbak Al Tilimsani, and was later restored in 1346-48 by Abu Abdallah Al ‘Arabi, who fitted it with an Astrolabe rete for star tracking. Truly the 13th century filled its eons with discovery after discovery, as it also saw the development of The Umayyad clock by Ridhwan Al Saati.

Astronomical ClockBefore the 16th century, clocks were considered too inaccurate for measuring celestial movements. Where Ptolemy failed to succeed, Taqī Al Dīn built an astronomical clock that measured time with great regularity, executing the wish of the Sultan. His clock held the unique facet, indicating prayer times and the first day of Gregorian months using dials. Many of his clock’s intricacies are present in today’s clocks.

Sometime before the ingenuities of our remarkable pioneers mentioned above, in the year 807, Emperor Charlemagne was sent a brass clock by the Caliph Harun Al Rashid.

ISLAMIC HISTORY A distant golden memory,

our noble ancestors shone and were unquestionably

the leading contributors to the so called well-

developed society that we now live in. We

are indebted to them for their great efforts, and should recognize their

unrivalled success.

Al Jazari’s Castle Clock During daylight hours, an observer would see the sun’s disc on the eastern horizon rise. Al Jazari also developed the mindboggling 800-year-old Elephant clock in the 13th century.

This clock integrated several cultures to form a perfectly sculpted contraption, using Greek water-raising technology, an Indian elephant, an Egyptian phoenix, Arabian figures and Chinese dragons, to celebrate diversity.

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Web: aateam.org

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

The Debt CycleThe importance of forgiveness.By Bint Ayesha, Assalamu Alaykum Team


Looking over the horizon, the seemingly never-ending fields of golden corn stand tall, rays of sunshine peep through the clouds, illuminating all that lies beneath; a scene befitting of an artist’s canvas.

If only we were to know the life-changing trials and tribulations that led to this prosperous harvest. If only we were to know the hardships faced to yield this crop, for without a doubt apart from the blood, sweat and tears, the famer's most challenging hardship is being forced to resort to debt.

Dear sisters and brothers, imagine if we could lend a helping hand to this ailing soul, whose debts hover over him; by forgiving debts in a situation where we are the lender.

This brings to mind, a tale of a shop owner from the far south of Saudi Arabia. Occasionally, his customers were unable to complete payment for their purchases; their names would be noted in a book with the outstanding balance.

However, after a certain period of time had lapsed with some still unable to repay him, this kind-hearted shopkeeper would erase all records of debt; forgiving them.

The Messenger (PBUH) said, “There was a merchant who use to lend to the people, and whenever his debtor was in

straitened circumstances he would say to his employees, ‘Forgive him so that Allah may forgive us.’ So Allah forgave him.”[Sahih Al Bukhari and Muslim]

This hadith emphasizes the virtue of leniency and forgiveness to those who owe a debt. In addition, the Prophet (PBUH) mentioned a man who instructed his employees to collect debts owed to him and if they were to find a person in difficult circumstances; to forgive them so that Allah, may in turn, shower us with mercy for this sincere act of forgiveness.

Which of us do not crave for Allah’s forgiveness? Surely, we should take measures to attain His mercy; become more forgiving and inculcate within ourselves compassion and benevolence.

The debt cycle, or the death cycle, is a main contributor

to the increasing global suicidal rates. Putting it rather bluntly, it’s a situation where someone

has no other choice but to borrow funds, to fulfill his

growing responsibilities and sustain his family.

To repay his first loan, he borrows another and is

consequently trapped in a cycle of repayment and is never able to completely relieve himself of his debt. Henceforth leading a

horrendously difficult miserable life; forever branded. Web: aateam.org

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TRAVEL NEWS

T R A V E L T R E N D S

A Singaporean Tour from SR 3,779

Immerse yourself in the urban environment with a twist of ancient Asian charm. Spend four nights in Singapore where you will visit Merlion Park, Thian Hock Keng Temple and a lot more magical locations. More Info: flightcentre.ae

Royal Jordanian’s 52nd Anniversary

Pullman Dubai’s Privileged Dining Card

Royal Jordanian Airlines celebrated its 52nd anniversary last December. The airline promises its guests that it will always progress and work on improving its

The Pullman Dubai Jumeirah Lakes Towers has announced the launch of its Privileged Dining Card. It allows guests to benefit from discounts at the hotel’s four popular outlets including Seasons, the All Day Dining, Manzoni- Italian, La Vue- The Terrace Lounge and Amarillo Lounge.

services. It will facilitate travel procedures and will maintain developing its crew’s skills to ensure the best services. All that in addition to reinforcing its technological advances.

ETIHAD ADDS MORE PHILIPPINE

FLIGHTS

Etihad Airways will add three new

weekly services between Abu Dhabi and Manila starting May 1. This route’s

flights will then amount to a total

of 17 return flights per week.



Saudi Privatizes Airports

Saudi Arabia will begin privatizing its airports

and related services in the first quarter of 2016 as

the kingdom seeks ways improve the productive

efficiency of airport systems and ease financial burdens.

Feel at home in London amongst all the festivities and the fantastic light displays scattered across the city. Stay for four days and three nights and explore Big Ben, Buckingham Palace and everything else London has to offer.

Valid from Jan. 5. More info: flightcentre.ae

LONDON: THE BRITISH TASTEfrom SR 3,983

The national carrier of Turkey has broken the

Guinness World Record for the tallest sandcastle in celebration of its new

Miami route. The new record now stands at 45 ft. 10.25 in. beating the

previous height of 41 ft. 3.67 in.

Turkish Airlines Wins Big with its

Sandcastle

Hilton’s Hampton Brand in KSAHilton Worldwide will debut the Hampton Hotel in the Kingdom. The hotel will be in Olaya, Riyadh and will encompass 154 guest rooms. It is expected to begin welcoming guests in early 2018.

Destinia Travel Agency in KSA by 2016

Online travel agency, Destinia, plans to open

an office in KSA by 2016. Destinia is an international online travel agency with

offices in Dubai, Egypt and Spain. An office in KSA will result in an expansion in its presence in the Arab world.

Enjoy the warm sun and wonderful weather in Sharm El Sheikh. Spend five days and four nights with daily breakfast, excellent hotel service along with the breathtaking views.

Sharm El Sheikh Charm from SR 2,970

Departure from Riyadh and valid from Jan. 9 - 13. Web: attartravel.com



Visiting the skyscraper city on business.By Johara Almogbel

SHERATON DUBAI CREEK andFLY DUBAI

Just a couple of hours away from any city in Saudi, people here find it really easy to hop over for the weekend for a quick change of scenery. With that thought in mind, we were pretty excited when we were invited to try out FlyDubai and Sheraton Dubai Creek for two days.

The flight to Dubai was a little choppy but the business seats

were nice and we loved their Freej safety video. Business passengers get to take a separate bus to the terminal, which makes the process easier. Do keep in mind that it is a budget airline, so one shouldn’t be too picky.

As the oldest five star hotel in Dubai, we thought it would be -at the very least- outdated and musty, but thanks to the complete renovation the hotel went through two years ago, the rooms were airy and nicely designed.

Hotel Lobby

Balcony of the Creekside Japanese restaurant.


The business center is open 24 hours, and we found it easy to print our business tickets from. Also, for those lulls in your itinerary, you can take the bike to old Dubai and do some exploring and cross out your gym time all at once. Non-guests, you can take the bike too, and packages include an option for a packed picnic.

Our favorite part about the whole trip, however, was

the opportunity the hotel gave us to try out their new bike

rentals. They took us on a tour of the creek and Old Dubai,

by the spice, gold and textile markets, as well as the Dubai

Museum and it was exhilarating.

From there on, the rest of our stay was quite pleasant. Hiring a car for the day was simple, and the driver and his Lexus were patient as we ran them ragged over the entire city. The floor managers dealt with our issues (such as an unfortunate Club lounge incident) with appropriate courtesy.

The Sheraton is a great hotel for business travelers. It’s nearby the airport, and with five fine dining restaurants and the hotel lobby café, there’s no shortage of venues for business meetings or lunches. Take the Club rooms and you can have complimentary breakfast and high tea in the Club Lounge, as well as three pieces of complimentary laundry, which is useful when you’re limited with your luggage and need to look neat and pressed for a convention or a presentation the very next day.

Spice Souk in Old Dubai.

Deluxe Creek Room

Part of the museum

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BALTICISLAMIC HERITAGE TRAIL

Islam in the Baltic has a surprisingly long history, with evidence of Muslim travelers and geographers in the area as early as the 10th century.

However beyond the odd adventure and mapping exercise, the Baltic held little interest for them.

The first real Muslim community was established in the 14th century in Lithuania when Muslim Tatars from the Crimea were brought over by Lithuania’s Duke Vytautas to help with fighting the intolerant Christian Teutonic Knights.

These Tatars were invited to stay and have been resident here for over 600 years now.

The region’s Muslim history. In this Baltic Islamic heritage itinerary, Tharik Hussain takes us on a magical journey through the region’s Muslim history, one country at a time, concluding in sleepy little Lithuanian villages that are still home to what might just be Europe’s oldest surviving Muslim community.

ESTONIAEstonian History MuseumThe Estonianan History Museum is housed in Tallinn’s Great Guild Hall and contains the earliest evidence of Islam in the Baltics. These are Abbasid, Samanid and Karachanid coins minted as early as the eighth century believed to have been dropped in the area by ancient Viking traders.Estonian History Museum, Great Guild Hall, Pikk 17, 10123, Tallinn. Web: ajaloomuseum.ee

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Estonian Islamic CenterTallinn’s only mosque is in an office block on the outskirts of the city, near the airport. It is a good place to meet Tallinn’s small but diverse community of Muslims, made up of Tatars, local converts and immigrants from countries like Bangladesh, Egypt and Azerbaijan.

Estonian Islamic Centre, Keevise 9, 11415 Tallinn. Web: islam.pri.ee

LATVIAThe Latvian National Museum of HistoryRiga also has a collection of ancient Islamic coins dating from the ninth and eleventh centuries. The total amount discovered in Latvia number over 2,000, with a selection on display here.Latvian National History Museum, Lacplesa street 106/108, Riga, LV-1003. Web: lnvm.lv

Muslim Cemetery, RigaThe ‘Musulman Kapi’ in the northern suburbs of Riga is a quaint little patch, surrounded by Christian graves. This selection of old and new Tatar graves offer a fascinating insight into the Latvia’s oldest Muslim community made up mainly of later Tatar migrations from areas such as Russia.Aizsaules Iela 1A, Riga, LV-1026

Islamic Cultural Center in Riga Riga’s mosque is inside a red residential block off the busy Brivibas Street. It sits surrounded by a small selection of Muslim stores including delightful little Turkish butchers.Brivibas Iela 104, Riga, LV-1001. Web: islam.lv

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Riga Muslim Cemetery


MeetingsLITHUANIAOttoman minaretLithuania was never an Ottoman territory, so to find an Ottoman minaret hiding in the woods behind Kedainiai’s main train station begs the question ‘how?’

Legend has it Edouard Totleban, a local Russian Imperial Army General, brought it here in the mid 19th century so he could build his

beloved wife - a Muslim Turk - a little mosque to pray in. The mosque is no more, but the romantic gesture remains.Off S. Dariaus ir S. Gireno gatve 5C, Kedainiai 57149, Lithuania

Kaunas MosqueThe Baltic’s only purpose built brick mosque has a dedicated imam and a vibrant Friday jam’at filled with overseas students, Tatar Muslims, converts and immigrants. The mosque is in the Egyptian Mamluk-style with an egg-shaped dome and an elegant minaret. It was built in 1933 to commemorate the 600-year death anniversary of Duke Vytautas who brought the

Muslims here in 1398. Fittingly, today it is also the office of a direct descendant of that community, the Grand Mufti of Lithuania, Ramadan Yaqoob.Kauno Mecete, Totoriu Gatve 6, Kaunas 44322

The Ancient Tatar LandsThe area that Duke Vytautas settled the Muslim Tatars in is an area roughly between Vilnius, eastern Poland and Belarus. As a result hundreds of villages in the area can trace their origins back to that period, but only seven contain the last remaining beautiful wooden Tatar Mecetes - the most indigenously European looking mosques anywhere - and three of them are in Lithuania.

Keturiasdesimt TotoriuKeturiasdesimt Totoriu means ‘Forty Tatars’ because that’s how many families are said

to have settled here in the 14th century. The village remains laid out like a Tatar military encampment, and is only four hours march from Trakai, Vytautas’ capital. In its center is a quaint dark wooden mosque. It is square with a pointed tin roof, and a small onion domed turret topped by a crescent. The community here number 120 and many claim direct descent to the first generation brought here. There is a new community center in the village, which has had a mosque since the 16th century and contains the oldest dateable Muslim grave in Northern or Western Europe. ‘Allahberdi’ was buried here in either 1621/1626.

NemezisVirtually a suburb of Vilnius, Nemezis’ mosque is the most ornate of all three and it sits where a mosque has stood since the 17th century.

Kaunas Mosque

Nemezis Mosque


Capital: 1. Vilnius (Lithuania)2. Riga (Latvia) 3. Tallinn (Estonia)Currency: EurosOfficial Languages: Lithuanian, Latvian and EstonianInternational code: +370 (LTU), +371 (LVA) and +372 (EST)

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•A Schengen visa is required for Saudi nationals.• A good travel guide and phrasebook.• A Satellite Navigation unit.•A back up paper map of the Baltic states.

The Author:Tharik Hussain is a freelance journalist, travel writer and photographer regularly contributing to

publications across the globe. Tharik specializes in the Muslim heritage of Europe and is an expert in Muslim (Halal) travel. He resides in London, UK.

Email: [email protected]: tharikhussain.co.ukBlog: thewanderingmusulman.uk

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• The best airline are Turkish and Lufthansa which fly from Jeddah to Vilnius with one stop-over in their respective capitals starting from approx SR 4,000.

•Stay in a magical wooded campsite.• Spend a night on the Curonian Spit.• Find a hidden beach along the Latvian coast.• Wander the old town of Tallinn.

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Nemezis also has a brand new community center for its Tatar population of 400.

RaiziaiRaiziai is an important centre for Lithuanian Tatar festivities where 500 Tatars still live. A mosque has stood here since the 17th century, but the current one is a reconstruction of an 1883 model. Inside it is a rare Tatar minbar (pulpit), dating from 1686, originally in neighboring Bazoru.

Keturiasdesimt Totoriu Mosque

Keturiasdesimt Totoriu Grave

Keturiasdesimt Totoriu Villagers

Kedainiai Minaret



Shafei Mosque reopened to the public.

Parts of the Shafei Mosque date back to the time of the Caliph Umar (RA), making it one of Jeddah’s oldest surviving mosques. After years of meticulous restoration works it was finally opened to the public this year.

The mosque is located within the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Historic Balad in the Mazloom District. Mind you that this place is not accessible via car; one has to walk through the narrow maze-like lanes of Balad. As we walked

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through them we gave a fleeting look to the buildings that lean at perturbing angles, but somehow continue to stand. It wasn’t our first time, so we had kind of become used to seeing them that way.

We did however come across something we’ve never seen in our entire life. A group of South Asian expats were playing their own variant of volleyball. They were using a non-airy ball and instead of using their wrists, they were using their fists to hit the ball. Almost as if they were punching it. It seemed like quite a difficult sport, but they have become pros at it, with rallies continuing for long.

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across the wooden main door that carried Arabian motifs and convoluted designs. There were some Arabic calligraphy inscriptions on stone panels above the door – we struggled to decipher them. Unlike most mosques in which one has to climb up a flight of stairs, at Shafei one has to descend down a flight of stairs.

The mosque is made in a rectangular shape, with an open patio in its center providing ventilation inside. It has been restored in accordance with UNESCO standards, using much of the same materials that include sea mud, brick, stone and wood.

There were other teams sitting on the sidelines, waiting for their turn to play against the winners of the match.

We continued walking through the arterial lane of Historic Balad, which lead us straight to the Shafei Mosque. The mosque is one of the rare single storied buildings in Balad. Its exquisite minaret towers on the rear side of the mosque. The minaret is one of the most disparate features of the mosque, its design is heavily influenced by Ayyubid architecture – very few examples of this exist in the entire Middle East. The minaret is over 900 years old.

While Shafei Mosque was being restored over the years, I remember peeking through the windows to see how it was like from the inside. Now was finally the chance for us to see it in all its splendor. We went through an arcade and came



The architectural style barring the minaret is Fatimid. Much of the structure that stands today dates back to the 13th Century CE, during the reign of King Sulaiman bin Saaduddeen Shahenshah II. The mosque however went through many refurbishment works over the years, with major upkeeps carried out by Khawajah Mohammad Ali, an Indian merchant in 1533.

We first went to see the mihrab. It was daintily carved and had multiple stripes of colors adorning its borders. During the restoration works it was found that there was another mihrab underneath the present one. Gems and precious corals were found along with it.

The prayer area is lined with several pillars that were renovated with lead. The low-hanging gilded chandeliers in between the dark colored pillars give a sense of regality to the place. Despite being well ventilated, we found that the mosque has scads of windows

– their purpose is perhaps to add to the esthetic beauty of the mosque.

We were there at a time when it was after Asr prayer, so the mosque was completely empty. The earthen construction made the place feel cooler than the outside - no wonder we didn’t see any air conditioners inside.

Through the carpet lined corners we went to the rear side of the mosque – it was on the opposite end of the courtyard, almost like a separate mosque on its own.

The roof inside is supported by wooden beams, each almost a meter apart. As there aren’t any chandeliers on the rear side, the roof is in the spotlight here.

Shafei Mosque is reminiscent of Jeddah’s ancient history as a vital trading center. Its architecture and designs display a wide range of influences from across the Middle East and beyond that the city had. Largely due to the significant number of influxes from around the world, which still continues to this day.


HISTORIC SAUDI Graffiti Rocks

Also known as Qaryat Al Asba, this ancient rock art site sits 140 kilometers from Riyadh.

Saudi Arabia has an abundance of rock art sites, the most famous of them being the ones near the city of Hail that were recently enlisted in the UNESCO World Heritage List.

Qaryat Al Asba consists of multiple petroglyphs that sit atop a geological formation known as an inselberg. An inselberg is basically an

isolated hill that rises abruptly from a plain. The work on the graffiti rocks is expected to be from the Neolithic Era.

There are multiple figures depicted on the outcrop that include camels, horse riders, ostriches, ibexes and various other animals. An interesting sight to see here are the depictions of ancient battle scenes. These battle scenes are beautifully depicted with clear petroglyphs of cavalry and infantry.

What visitors may find rather odd to see are petroglyphs

that carry depictions of human skeletons that have their hands curled almost as if they were meant to scare onlookers.

There are several other petroglyph panels on the inselberg but some of them have depictions that are too tough to decipher. Though the graffiti rocks today seem to stand in the middle of nowhere in the barren desert, in ancient times the entire area was grassland. This rock art sight shows us what animals the people of the area were exposed to and gives us an idea of their lives and thoughts.SO

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MERCURE GRAND UM AL QURA A classy choice for a luxurious Makkah hotel in the Central area. Al Masjed Al Haram Rd. • Tel: +966-12-570-2212 • Web: mercure.com

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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

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ZAM ZAM GRAND SUITES located just in front of

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THE MADINAH OBEROI The Oberoi, Madina enjoys an unrivalled position, just steps away from Al Masjid Al Nabawi. Abizar Rd. Madina Almunawara • Tel: +966-14-828-2222 • Web: oberoihotels.com

AMERICAN 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 of the world’s greatest cheesecake. Le Mall, Tahlia St. • Tel: +966-12-606723

CHILI’S Classic American, Texan and international tastes. Al Andalus St. • Tel: +966-12-6634760/ +966-12-6632787

IHOP Perfect breakfast spot. 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

SHAKE SHACK Serves the most delicious burgers, fries, hot dogs, frozen custard and more!. Le Mall, Tahlia St. • Tel: +966-12-2617042 STEAK HOUSE Steaks grilled to perfection over open fire to sear in the natural juices. Etoile, Malil Road • Tel: +966-12-6829955

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

THE COUNTER Create your own burgers and make them special! Etoile, King Rd. • Tel: +966-12-2754266

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

BRAZILIAN BRASA DE BRAZIL A restaurant known for its deer and ostrich meat and brazilian beef. Al Andalus St. • Mob: +966-549865555

RIO DE JANEIRO Rio de Janeiro restaurant specialises in Brazilian and Mexican sandwiches. Sari st. • Mob: +966-502330914

SPEARS Wonderful and tasty Brazilian food that leaves you wanting more with every bite! 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 / +966-555201870

CARAMEL One of the most creative patisserie and cake producers in town. Baghdadiyah, Rawdah,Tahlia • Tel: +966-12-6519383 / 6515593+966-12-6688527 / 6688529 +966-12-6688978 / 6688541

CHOCOMOOD A special mood in the chocolate industry. Al Rawdah • Tel: +966-12-6162111 / +966-12-6602111

CHOCOLATE CORNER The art of chocolate. Rawdah St. • Tel: +966-12-665-0669

CHOCOLINE Flavor and refinement meet to create an outstanding range of luxury chocolates. Tahlia St. • Tel: +966-12-2842846/ +966-12-6548444

GANACHE A gourmet food store that provides savory nibbles, pastries, croissants and more. Rawdah St. • Tel: +966-12-6601390

GODIVA Godiva thrills the senses and captivates the hearts of chocolate lovers everywhere. Tahlia St. • Tel: +966-12-2616630 LEAVES An elegant local chocolatier. Al Rawdah Dist. • Mob: +966-564444928

PATCHI Embrace a culture and unique heritage of exceptional chocolate gifts that make life exquisite. Al Hamra, Tahlia St. • Tel: +966-12-6525961




COFFEE & TEA SHOPS CILANTRO CAFÉ Hot and cold beverages, delectable paninis and much more. Tahliah St. • Tel: +966-12-2611191

COFFEE BEAN & TEA LEAF Delivering the look, taste and aroma of the world’s best coffees and teas. Al Khaldia Dist.• Tel: +966-12-6928142 / +966-12-6928142

DEERA CAFÉ Coffee experience like no other. Al Malek Rd- Stars Avenue Mall, Tahlia St. • Tel: +966-12-2632150

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 COFFEEThe 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: +966-12-6410222

FAST FOOD DOMINO’S PIZZA

An American pizza restaurant chain. Tahlia St. Prince Sultan St. Prince Abdullah Al Faisal St. Al Makarunah • Tel: +966-12-614-5994 / +966-12-682-1889 966-12-252-3814 / 9200-12345

HARDEE’S One of the best fastfood chain restaurants. Al Andalus Hira St. Ali Al Murtada • Tel: 920001213/ +966-12-619 7267

JOE’S DINER It’s like a traditional American diner with great American food. Khalidiya Dist. • Tel: 920005637

KFC The largest chicken restaurant brand in the world. Al Rawdah Dist. • Tel: 920021111

PANINO’S Hot sandwiches, salads and gourmet pizza. Tahliah St. Khalidiya Dist • Tel: +966-12-6064717/ +966-12-6697232

PAPA JOHN’S The third largest take-out and pizza delivery restaurant chain in the world. Al Batarji St. • Tel: +966-12-6629546

FINE DINING CROWNE GRILL Dining spot serving fresh selections of US beef, fish, chicken and lobster. Crowne Plaza • Tel: +966-12-6611000

SOY Contemporary Asian cuisine in a gorgeous environment. 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. • Tel: +966-12-6060606 / 966-50-466-5658

SALMONTINI LE RESTO Fine dining experience,

known for their salmon. Corniche Road, Hamra Dist. • Mob: +966-593251111

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

LUMIERE Fine dining in French cuisine. Prince Faisal Bin Fahd, Ash Shati • Mob: +966-555356373

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

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: +966-12-6066103

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

FRENCH BERT’S They have one main 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: +966-12-2150462

BRASSERIE LOUIS A whole new level of sophistication to French dining to Jeddah. Teatro Mall, Tahlia St. • Tel: +966-12-6680303/ +966-507619378

LENÔTRE Cakes and chocolate for all tastes. Teatro Mall, Tahlia St. • Tel: +966-12-2611222

DELIFRANCE Delifrance draws on expertise based on nearly one hundred years of tradition. Al Salama Center, Prince Sultan St. • Tel: +966-12-6171555

INTERNATIONAL AMARA TERRACE Comfort food with a unique twist. Prince Faisal Bin Fahd, 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: +966-12-2891009

CASPER & GAMBINI’S All day restaurant-café

specialized in casual gourmet meals and award-winning signature coffee. Tahlia St. • Tel: +966-12-6637979

LAYLA’S GOURMET Head here for sweet and savory treats. Mahmud Nasif, Al Andalus • Tel: +966-12-663-6937

LITE BITE Light treats. Eat smart!. Madinah Rd. • Tel: +966-12-2901424

RISTORANTE JEDDAH Classic and innovative

Italian specialities. Tahlia St. • Tel: +966-509550993 / +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. • Mob: +966-12-2616747

ZODIAC Fine dining experience combining excellent service and food. Palestine St. • Tel: +966-12-6607548

ITALIAN IL GABBIANO Indulge in true Italian flavor with a relaxing classic atmosphere. Corniche • Tel: +966-12-6587049

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: +966-12-606-1100

PIATTO Generous servings of fresh and authentic Italian dishes. Etoile Center, King Road Tahlia St. • Tel: +966-12-692-2501

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

MARBLE SLAB CREAMERY Bringing happiness

to every cup, cone, cake and pint. Prince Sultan St., Mall of Arabia, Andalus Mall, Haifa Mall • Mob: +966-533888959

MARCEL’S Delicious and tasty low fat flavors.Tahlia St. • Tel: +966-12-2612301

PINKBERRY Pinkberry is a non fat frozen yogurt concept that offers a light and refreshing guilt free treat. Red Sea Mall • Tel: +966-12-2151551

SHAKELICIOUS Creamy shakes! Rawdah St. • Tel: +966-12-6928208

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, Al Khalidiyah, Obhur.• Tel: +966-12-2151551

VENCHI The ultimate destination for chocolate lovers. Tahlia St. • Tel: +966-12-2614878



PIZZA EXPRESS Fresh pizzas. Tahlia St. • Tel: +966-12-2617037

PIZZA FUSION Pizza Fusion: fresh, organic and eco-friendly. 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

TARTUFO Rich ingredients freshly imported from Italy. Ahlan Food Court,Tahlia St. • Tel: +966-12-6638248

MIDDLE- EASTERNAL 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 Hijazy cuisine. AL BASATIN DIST. • Tel: Al Basatin Dist.

ASEIL Aseil is about a journey through Saudi Arabia, where we explored different cuisines in the Kingdom and reintroduced them in a modern uplifted style. 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 foodTahlia St.• Tel: 966-12-2612301

SEMSOM Semsom is here to revive traditional Lebanese recipes and create new ones.Al Khalidiyah. • Tel: 966-12-6068600

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 966-13-8988887966-13-8988887

TURKISH KOSEBASI A restaurant chain that is true 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 Main St., Khalidiya Center • Tel: 966-12-6901149

TURKUOISE Turkuoise is blending history and culture with a fresh outlook and a savory cuisine. Al Rawdah Dist. • Tel: 966-12-6832128 / 966-12-6832276

YILDIZLAR Serving up a mix of Turkish and Lebanese Cuisine. Al Maadi, Al Hamra • 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

RED DRAGON Red Dragon serves authentic chinese cuisine. King Khaled St., Dammam • Tel: 966-550680111

CHINA GATE T Come to China 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: 9966-12-2607111

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

YUMMY YUMMY Yummy Yummy offers variety of Chinese & Japanese cuisine.Saqr Quraish St., Al Salamah • Tel: 966-12-2570777

INDIAN

BHARAT Experience a matchless culinary journey with Bharat succulent dishes, fresh ingredients, authentic recipes and mouthwatering flavors. Sari, Al Zahra’a • Tel: 966-12-2753944 /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

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/ 966-12-6656040

ZAIKA Indian food and dining offering a high quality service and atmosphere. Boulevard Center, Al Rawdah Dist. • Tel: 966-12-6111798 / 966-552965028

JAPANESEBENIHANA 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 / 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. tallah 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

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

HELEN’S We only bake original recipes using the best and freshest ingredients in the market. Kayal St., Al Rawdah • Tel: 966-12- 6977729

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 / 966-504456245



SAADEDDIN PASTRY The best pastry

and sweets in the city only in Saadeddin Pastry. Hira St. • Tel: 966-920017070

SWEET AND SAVORY We specialize in Sweet & Savory Muffins to die for. Prince Sultan St, Al Muhammadiyyah , Sari Et, Al Salamah• Tel: 966-590310001 / 966-12-6821221

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

BOUTIQUES AL MAYASS multi-brand designer store. Ana Special Mall, Prince Sultan St. • Tel: 966-12-6642194 • Web: mayassfashion.com

CREAM A multibrand fashion & lifestyle concept store .Stars Avenue,Malik Rd. • Tel: 966-12-662 6272 • Web: creamfashion.com

FITYANI BOUTIQUE Evening and bridal dresses. Al Rawdah • Tel: 966-12-6673971 • Web: fityaniboutique.com

JASMINE BOX A retail concept offering fashion choices, furniture and home accessories. Al Rawdah • Tel: 966-12-668 5533 • Web:jasminebox.com

NAWAL STORE Abayas and kaftans. Stars Avenue,Malik Rd. • Tel: 966-12-6606502 • Web: nawal-almaimani.com

NEWBURY BOUTIQUE Contemporary

fashion boutique Rawdah • Tel: 966-12-2754564 • Web: newburyboutique.com

PINK OR BLUE ROOMS aternity wear, children

wear, hand painted customized children bedrooms. Al Rawdah St. • Tel: 966-12-6634452 • Web: pinklining.com

SOTRA Clothing and accessories. Ana Special Mall, Prince Sultan St. • Tel: 966-560895556 • Web: sotraonline.com

WAREDA SHAH COLLECTION Plus size clothing

and fashion. Jeddah • Tel: 966-502867065 • Web: waredashah.wix.com

CUSTOM THOBES LOMAR Menswear such as thobes, shirts and Ihrams.Al Rawdah Dist. • Tel: 966-920000554• Web: lomar.sa

MIHYAR Men’s clothes shop. Al Rawdah St. • Tel: 966-12-2615197 • Web: mihyararabia.com

SAB THOBE Specialized thobes for men. Jeddah • Tel: 966-546179888 • Web: sabthobe.com

SINDI Classic and casual thobe-wear. Al Rawdah, Al Tahliah • Tel: 966-12-6678587 - 966-12-6631604 • Web: sindithobe.com

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

FLORISTS ALWAN FLOWERS Providing top quality urban and environmental services to the community. Al Tahlia • Tel: 966-12-6608448 • Web: alwanco.com.sa

AZHAR RIMA Elegant bouqets and centerpieces. Prince Sultan St. Tel: 966-12-2564001

GARDENIA florist, event planning and landscaping. Arafat, Al Hamra • Tel: 966-12-6606162 • Web: gardeniaonline.com

GRASS Event management 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

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

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

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

FURNITUREAL 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

BATAL DESIGN Ultimate design address offering marvelous objects that underline wealth and sophistication all year long. Tel: +961 1 804 803• Web: b-design.co

BO CONCEPT Make customised 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 • 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: [email protected]

GALLERY ONE A diverse collection of contemporary art products by incredibly talented artists. Red Sea Mall King Abdulaziz Rd. • Tel: 966-12-6077119 • Web: g-1.com

H.Q. INTERIORS 100% made in Italy furniture within the Middle East. Al Madinah Rd. • Mob: 966-565659229 • Web: hq-interiors.com

IKEA To offer a wide range of well-designed, functional home furnishing products at low prices. Al Aziziyah • Tel: 966-920004532 • Web: ikea.com

PHOTOGRAPHERSMC PHOTOGRAPHY A professional photography service in the Gulf region. Jeddah • mchahine.com • Web:mchahine.com

PHOTOGRAPHY BY SAMIA Portrait and digital artist. Kayyal St. • Mob: 966-555623613 • Web: photographybysamia.com

REEM BAJABAA Fashion and wedding photographer. Web: reembajabaa.com

UNIQUE SHOTS Specializes in contemporary wedding and lifestyle storytelling. Jeddah. • Mob: 966-555072883 • Web: uniqueshots-Photo.com

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., Az Zahra • Tel: +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: derma-clinic.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: +966-12-6398858 • Web: eedclinic.net

FIRST CLINIC Top-rated medicial facilities and services. Al Zahra’a Dist. • Tel: +966-12-2754243

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

CONCEPT 10 10 Personal and private training. Prince Sultan St. (AL Salamah Center) • Tel: +966-12-6165665 • Web: concept1010pro.com

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

FITNESS TIME Provide the best sports and fitness services. Madinah Rd. - Mohamadiyah Dist. • Tel: +966-12-6226369 • Web: fitnesstime.com.sa

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

JUNIOR GYM Sports and physical activities for children age 1 to 14 year. Al-Zahra Dist. • Tel: +966-12-6911347 • Web: junior-gym.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 founded by leading skin care experts. 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

HOSPITALS ALMASHFA HOSPITAL

Committed to provide the highest level of patient health care. King Rd. • Tel: +966-12-2229222 • Web: cs.almashfa.com

DR. ERFAN & BAGEDO GENERAL HOSPITAL Comprehensive healthcare service that meets community, patients and their families needs and expectations. Faisaliah Dist. - King Fahd Rd. • Tel: +966-12-6820022 • Web: ebgh.med.sa

DR.GHASSAN N. PHARAON HOSPITAL Represent the very highest quality medical and dental care in the private sector.Al Zahra Dist. - Prince Sultan St. • Tel: +966-12-6823200 • Web: gnp.com.sa

DR.SULAIMAN FAQIH HOSPITAL To improve wellbeing through the provision of compassionate, integrated and innovative health care. Falasteen St. - Al-Hamraa Dist. • Tel: +966-12-6655000 • Web: drfakeehhospital.com

INTERNATIONAL MEDICAL CENTER HOSPITAL Specialities in children’s health, women’s health, pain and headache management, diabetes, musculoskeletal, and plastic surgery and dermatology. Ruwais Dist. - Hail St. • Tel: +966-12-6509000• Web: beta.imc.med.sa/imc

JEDDAH INSTITUTE OF SPEECH AND HEARING (JISH)

A non-profit organization established to help all those with communication disorders. Al Rawdah Dist. • Tel: +966-12-6675311• Web: jish.org

MAGRABI HOSPITALS AND CENTERS Eye, ENT and dental services. Khouzam St. • Tel: +966-12-6365000 • Web: magrabihospitals.com

SAUDI GERMAN HOSPITAL A tertiary care hospital

with all medical and surgical specialties, and diagnostic facilities. Al Zahra Dist - Batterjee St. • Mob: +966-12-68290003 • Web: jed.sghgroup.com.sa

UNITED DOCTORS HOSPITAL Provides comprehensive high

quality secondary medical healthcare services. AL Amana St. • Tel: +966-12-6533333 • Web: udh.med.sa

UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL SPECIAL More than 200 critical care units, general and specialized clinics. Al-Jamaa St. - Al-Sulaimania Dist. • Tel: +966-12-6806666 • Web: medical-admin.kau.edu.sa

SPA & BEAUTY CENTERS BOUTHAINA Beauty and personal care. Tahlia St. • Tel: +966-12-6666662 • Web: bouthaina.com

CHAMELLE PLAZA Relieve physical and emotional stress. Al Hamra. • Tel: +966-12-6656807 • Web: chamelleclub.com

EVE SALONS & SPA One stop destination for services and products pertaining to fashion & beauty for women. Sultan St., Al Haram • Tel: +966-12-6581977 • Web: evejeddah.com

JEAN LOUIS DAVID Hair and beauty services. King Rd. Tower • Tel: +966-12-6655000 • Web: 966-12-6068678

MAISON DE JOELLE A celebrity salon and a leading beauty house in the Middle East.Tahlia St. • Tel: +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 • 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 • Web: planetbeach.com

SPA LOUNGE Providing world-class 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: +966-12-2616230 • Web: toniandguy-sa.com

PEST CONTROL MASA PEST CONTROL Offers effective pest control by strict observance and maintenance os high quality service standards. • Tel: +966-12-2601684 • Web: masapestcontrol.com.sa

SWEEP To provide customers with a pest free environment that is safe for all. Al-Nahda Dist. • Mob: +966-545448181• Web: sweeppestcontrol.com

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

CROWNE PLAZA Experience comfort and convenience. Al Hamra • Tel: +966-12-6611000 • Web: ihg.com

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

INTERCONTINENTAL Combines 21st-

century facilities with impeccable service and Saudi hospitality. Corniche • Tel: +966-12-2295555 • 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 and creative-minded traveller to the most unexpected and engaging experiences a destination has to offer. 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

ROSEWOOD JEDDAH Designed for both

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

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

TRAVEL AGENCIES ACE TRAVEL Ranked among the top three travel agencies in the Kingdom. Heraa St.• Tel: +966-12-6056002 • Web: ace-travel.com

AHLAM TRAVEL Flight, hotel and cruise bookings. • Tel: +966-12-6610761 • 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 • Web: altayyaronline.com

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

ATTAR TRAVEL An expert in the delivery of travel solutions and services. Al Zahra, Mishrifah• Tel: +966-12-6611222 • Web: attartravel.com

DAREEN TRAVEL AGENCY Travel and tourism agency.

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

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

FAYFA TRAVEL & TOURISM Travel and transportation

agency. Alajwad St. • Tel: +966-12-677-1601 • Web: fayfa-holidays.com



MAJED TRAVEL & TOURISM, All things travel and

tourism. King Fahad Rd. • Tel: +966-12-6873600

ZAHID TRAVEL Your travel agency, world-wide. Al-Hamra Dist. • Tel: +966-12-2613595 • Web: zahidtravel.com

TOUR OPERATORS AL AHLAM MARINE TOURISM GROUP Organizing recreational trips within the Kingdom. • Tel: +966-12-4209584 • Web: dreamdiver.net

AL SAMEKLKY TOURISM Tourism and airline service

company. • Tel: +966-12-6640662 • Web: samallaghi.com

AL-SHITAIWI TRAVEL & TOURISM Providing travel and tourism to all including pilgrims. Jeddah • Tel: +966-12-6794022 • Web: alshitaiwitours.com

ARABIAN CAMP Specialized in organizing desert and sea world camping trips. • Mob: +966-505664137 • Web: arabiancamp.com

DEIRA TOUR OPERATORS Organizing trips to

historical, archeaological trips and cruises. • Mob: +966-566688161 • Web: deira.com.sa

HAJEEJ FOR DOMESTIC TOURSIM Working for the convenience of Pilgrims so they can comfortably perform their Islamic rituals and obligations. Alhamra • Tel: +966-12-6145951• Web: hajeej.travel

JAWLAH TOURS Discover the real Arabia with Jawlah Tours. Al Hamra• Tel: 920014044 • Web: jawlahtours.com

NOMAD Excursion adventures all around the Arabian Peninsula. • Tel: +966-12-6550072 • Web: nomadarabia.com

THE CULTURE TRIP Art, food, culture and travel newsletter. • Web: theculturetrip.com

CAR SERVICESAVIS A stress-free car rental experience by providing superior services that cater to the customers’ individual needs. King Abdulaziz International Airport Northern Terminal for Foreign Airlines. • Tel: 966-12-6927070 • Web: avis.com.sa

BUDGET Provide the flexible leasing program to meet your specific long term car rental needs. Al Quraysh Rd, Al Hamra• Tel: 966-12-6927070 • Web: budgetsaudi.com

CAREEM The Middle East’s leading private car booking service. Web: careem.com

DALEEL RENT A CAR CO. Rent a car services in

Jeddah. Al Bawadi Dist., Jeddah Tel: 966-12-6719219

EASY TAXI The number one taxi solution for customers. Head Office, Al Khobar Web: easytaxi.com

FERNAS RENT A CAR CO. Offer car hire and leasing

services/products. Mushrifah • Tel: 966-12-26718712

HERTZ Car rental ith all the best offers and deals on cars. Al Bawadi • Tel: 966-12-6040339 • Web: hertz.com

MEEZA PRIVATE CAR SERVICE Private car services in

the Kingdom. King AbdulAziz International Airport (Jeddah) • Tel: 966-540544486 - 966-12-6968666 • Web: meeza.com.sa

UBER To passengers, Uber is essentially synonymous with taxis, and to drivers, it’s basically a referral service. Web: Uber.com [email protected]

V - KOOL SAUDI glass solar control window films. AL ROWDAH DIST. • Tel: 012-6694075 • Web:v-kool.com

COMPOUNDS AL ANDALUS LUXURY VILLAS Just a 5 minute drive from Jeddah’s Corniche, offers villas and apartments. Tahliah St. • Tel: 966-12-6695154

AL BASATEEN VILLAGE Lots, villas and so much

more. Prince Sultan St. • Tel: 966-53-0745499

AL FERDOUSE VILLAGE Al Ferdouse Village compound comprise of 65 modernly design units. King Hamoud Street • Tel: 966-12-6944015 • Web: albasateen-village.com

BELLEVIEW EXECUTIVE The ultimate in living

executive residence. off Madina Road at Al Amal • Tel: 966-12-665-7666 • Web: belleviewcompound.com

DIVONA COMPOUND Residential compound with state of the art facilities. Al Shatee Dist. • Tel: 966-12-6124484 • Web: divonacompound.com

M&M COMPOUND Offers 110 villas with three different types, including single, double, and three bedrooms and other recreational facilities. North About • Tel: 966-554174267

NUEVA ANDALUCIA Residential complex that has apartments, deluxe studios, suites and villas. Al Rawdah, Sari St.• Tel: 966-12-6823434 • Web: southmall.com.sa

OASIS I Compound consists of 20 villas with their own private entrance and lush gardens at the front and rear. Prince Sultan St. • Tel: 966-12-660 7590 • Web: hhaproperty.com.sa

RAYTHEON COMPOUND Multi-facilitated housing

services. OPP. SAUDI GERMAN HOSPITAL • Tel: 966-12-6915380 • Web: raytheon.com

SARI PALMS One of the most sought after compounds in Jeddah. SARI ST. • Tel: 966-12-6063342 • Web: hhaproperty.com.sa

SHARBATLY VILLAGE Your key to home away from home. Prince Majed St., North of Jeddah • Tel: 966-12-6910828 • Web: sharbatlyvillage.com

KINDERGARTENS ADVANCED GENERATION INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL (AGS) Cultivating academic excellence with an Islamic ethos. Prince Sultan St. • Tel:966-12-4202525 • Web: ags.edu.sa BUILDING BLOCKS The goal of building minds for the future. Al Shatee • Tel: 966-12-6062505 / 966-538151021

ENCHANTED GARDEN An extra-curricular activity center for children presenting opportunities for creative stimulation, intellectual inspiration and physical challenge. Al Tahlia • Mob: 966-546916812• Web: enchantedgardensa.com

FASTRACKIDS Combine engaging curriculum with a collaborative and fun-based environment to create a dynamic 21st century learner. Tahlia Street, Al-Andalus Dist. • Tel: 966-12-920009776 • Web: ftkksa.com

FRIENDS ZONE Day time activity center for kids aged 3-12. Al Naeem Dist. • Tel: 9966-12-6224344 / 966-533657700

JACK N JILL Leaders in providing high-quality childcare for over 40 years. Khalidiya St. TeL: 966-507369963 Web: jackandjillschools.com

JEDDAH CAMPUS PRESCHOOL To enable every student reach their highest potential through a curriculum that meets an international standard of education. Khalidiya • Tel: 966-12-6061101 • Web: jcs.edu.sa

MAMA ET MOI Playing and learning center for kids. Tel: 966-550569333 • Web: jackandjillschools.com

MY LITTLE KINGDOM SCHOOL Prepares an active and effective generation that has knowledge, skills and confidence to contribute to their community. Sari St. • Tel: 966-12-6393951

SCHOOLS & INSTITUTES ARAB SCHOOLS Student learning generated by national, global, and multicultural perspectives. Prince Sultan Rd. • Tel:966-920011201 • arabschools-ais.net

BRITISH INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF JEDDAH Provide British style education with an international perspective. MOHAMMEDIA DIST • Tel:966-12-6990019 • Web: continentalschool.com

CAMBRIDGE ENGLISH ACADEMY An English language training company for the provision of quality training for adult learners living in non-English speaking countries. Sultan bin Salman St. • Tel: 966-920001799 • Web: cambridgeenglishacademy.com

CORAL INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL The determination to achieve excellence in the education it provides which is based on the American curriculum. Al Rawda Dist. • Tel: 966-12-6832002 • Web: coralschool.net

DAR JANA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Empowers students to become eell-rounded, interdependent, and self-directed learners in a stimulating multicultural environment. Al Rawdah Dist. - Al Khereiji St. • Tel: 966-12-6648310 / 966-12-6642808• Web: djis.edu.sa/pages

JEDDAH INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL To prepare 21st century learners to excel in the global community. jischool.orgAl Khalidiyah Dist. - Behind Badrea Towers • Tel: 966-12-6061253 / 966-12-6061342 • Web: jks.edu.sa

JEDDAH KNOWLEDGE The dedication to offer academic excellence. Al Salamah Dist.• Tel: 966-12-6620174 • Web:jischool.org

JEDDAH PREPARATORY & GRAMMAR SCHOOL See education as forming a sound foundation for life-long learning. Amna bint Wahab St. • Tel: 966-12-6542354 • Web: jpgs.org

MY LITTLE HOUSE SCHOOL Provide quality

education that is based on highly qualified teachers, comprehensive curricula and effective learning methods. Al Andalus St. - Maghrabi Dist. • Tel: 966-12-6652490

THE AMERICAN INTL SCHOOL PA U.S. accredited Pre-K-12 college preparatory institution. Al Zahra’a Dist. • Tel: 966-12-6620051 •Web: aisj.edu.sa




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