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Travel TrendsThe Ten Best Luxury Resorts

BusinessKhaled Mansour Al Saud

Special Feature Social Media Trendmakers

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Welcome to the Good Life.

This particular issue of Destination Riyadh is aimed at satisfying the Riyadhi’s refined taste for distinct indulgence. Whether it is our way of life or not, in this edition we invite you to explore with us the world of fine living.

We’ve put together everything pretty and pretty expensive that would definitely stimulate your curiosity. From giving you a peek into the ultimate executive hideaway, the Dirab Country Club, putting together “A” list of the most expensive things you’ll come across in the city up to giving you a tour of the most luxurious hotels in the Middle East; this issue will give you an exclusive front row seat to everything elegant.

We’ve made sure to keep every one of our readers peering through the pages. The men of Riyadh will love our guide to the Fast and Furious and parents will have their interest piqued with our feature on Kiddie Luxury. We’ve also provided you with an opportunity to get familiar with social media personalities that are in their own way, trend makers of our generation.

On the otherhand, living the good life isn’t and shouldn’t just be about the big purchases and price tags. We balance this issue with an insightful word on finding contentment and provided you with tips on enjoying life and shopping without declaring bankruptcy.

In unveiling the extravagance that defines high living, our intention in this issue is to inspire you to dream and to aspire for greater things. At the end of the day, the truth is, the most important things in our lives are those that money can’t buy. With that, we wish you for now one thing and that is… to live contently.

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EDITORIALEditor-in-ChiefEnas Hashani

Editorial ManagerJou Pabalate

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EditorsAnousha VakaniBassma Al ToaimiRayan Khayat

Editors-at-LargeHana Jazzar

Editorial AssociateSwalah Eshki

Fashion EditorNour Kelani

ProductionMohammed Rashad KK

PhotographyMohammed Al Deghaishim

Contributing WritersEngr. Ahmad Al Huwidi Hibatalla El Shafie Jill CalvertJohara Al MogbelLama AlemMohammed Faris Sabina Marini Zareen Muzaffar

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Useful InformationYou Said It & City Facts

Special FeaturesThe Manual Guide Riyadh’s Fast and Furious Social Media Trend Makers

BusinessKhaled Mansour Al Saud

Special PlacesIshbilia Compound, Dirab Golf Course

DR NewsDAMAC Launches Paramount Towers, Jamie Oliver & Philips Join Forces, Fly Dubai Business Class

Dining Around TownFine Dining in RiyadhThe Michelin Star

Fashion & ShoppingLooks for LessFinding the Perfect Furniture The A-ListKiddie LuxuryFashion Week Special

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Healthy LivingAll About Your Weight

Travel Trends10 Best Luxury Resorts Glamping: The Luxurious Outdoors

Spirituality A Muslim’s Career: Being Content vs. Ambitious

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Be content with what you have

This is the luxury issue and we’ve opened the doors to all things top notch. From the world’s most expensive yacht to the crème de la crème of fine dining. However we want you to consider this, luxury living is a state of mind that does not have to be restricted to materialistic objects that break your bank.

How is it a state of mind? Well, we won’t deny that when you buy those fashion forward Christian Loubutin heels you will feel those happy tingles lifting you up on top of the world. But really, how long does that feeling last? Until Chanel releases the next it bags you desperately want?

A nice, well-deserved splurge here and there should be guilt free, as long as you basic necessities are covered. But when you find yourself digging for an excuse to spend SR 20,000 on a leather bag even if it means you wont be

able to cover your bills that month, it’s time to stop.

Living luxurious can be pursued in different ways. You can live that lifestyle for yourself and be content with what you have to the fullest. It’s ok to want pretty things, but be careful not to feel like you are in need of anything that will put you or your family in bankruptcy. It always starts with small I owe you’s here and there until it spirals out of control.

Once you realize that you can feel just as fabulous and luxurious without showing off

those multiple zeros in the price tag. You will live a much simpler, much more

meaningful life. And hopefully continue on that principle of living to future generations to come. Because we don’t know about you, but we can’t seem to keep up with the latest on demand Chanel bag that the society is craving for.

Fact Sheet

November WeatherCity& Country

Country: Kingdom of Saudi ArabiaCapital: RiyadhHead of State: King Abdullah bin Abdul Aziz Al-SaudCrown Prince: Prince Salman bin AbdulazizPopulation: 29،207،277 (72% Saudi, 27% foreign)Population Growth: 1.75% (approx. 2% per year) (55% are under the age of 20)

Birth Rate: 28.29 births/1,000 population (2010 est.)Area: 2,149,640 sq. kmMajor Cities: Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam.Holy Cities: Makkah, Madinah.International Airports: Riyadh: King Khaled Int’l Airport Jeddah: King Abdul Aziz Int’l. Airport (Airport Code: JED)Madinah: Prince Muhammad Bin Abdul Aziz Airport /Dammam: King Fahad Int’l Airport.

Major Arabic Newspapers: Al-Watan, Al Hayat, Al-Iqtisadiya, Al-Madinah. Okaz & Alsharq Al Awsat.

Major English Newspapers: Saudi Gazette, Arab News.

City: RiyadhHead of Region: Prince Khaled bin BandarLocation: The center of the Arabian Peninsula on a large plateauDistance between Riyadh & Jeddah: 853 kmDistance between Riyadh & Dammam: 386 kmInhabited Area: 2,815 sq.km - Largest Urban Center in Riyadh Province.Riyadh Population: 5.4 million. It is the largest city in Saudi Arabia. Official Language: Arabic. English is the second official language.

Eid Al-Adha (The Feast of Sacrifice): October 15, 2013 Calendar: The Hijri lunar calendar is the traditional measure of time and theGregorian calendar is used as well in business (1434/2013).

IMPORTANT DATES:National Day: Sept 23, 2013Ramadan (The Holy Month of Fasting): July 9 - August 7, 2013Eid Al-Fitr (The Feast of Fast-Breaking): August 8, 2013

Min Temperature: 21°C-70°FMax Temperature: 35°C-95°F Sunshine Hours: 10Probability of Rain: 0% Humidity: 18%

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Radio:Stations FM Channel TypeMBC FM 102.0 Arabic popSaudi Qur’an 100.0 Religious UFM KSA 90.0 News SportsStar KSA 99.0 Pop Top 40Radio Riyadh 97.7 Varied programAlif alif 94.0 Arabic mixMix FM 98.0 Western

Telephone, Mobile & Internet:The main telephone service provider is STC – Saudi Telecom Company. The Main mobile service providers are STC, Mobily and Zain. They also offer mobile Internet solutions*STC: www.stc.com/ *Mobily: www.mobily.com*Zain: www.zain.comTo block commercial SMSs for STC users: Call 800-2444455 toll-free (24 hr. service Sun-Thu) or e-mail: [email protected] Service Providers: *Orbit Satellite Internet: www.orbitsatnet.com *www.zajil.net, *awalnet.net.sa, * www.naseej.com, *www.shabakah.net.sa, * www.sol.net.sa, *cyberia.net.sa, *Nesma: www.nesma.net.sa

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

Business & Banking Hours: 8/9 a.m. - 4/5 p.m. Sun-Thu Weekend: Friday - SaturdayShopping Hours: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. 5 p.m. - 10/11 p.m.

Time Zone: GMT+3

Country Code: +966

1.00 US Dollar (USD) = SR3.751.00 Euro (EUR) = SR4.851.00 British Pound (GBP) = SR6.011.00 Indian Rupee (INR) = SR0.0671.00 Pakistan Rupee (PKR) = SR0.0391.00 Phillippines Peso (PHP) = SR0.091

Currency Exchange Rates:

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

Electricity: 110V and 220V

Emergencies :Ambulance...................................997Electricity Emergency...............933Fire Fighters..................................998Natural Disasters.........................988National Security........................989Nijm “ Insurance Company for Car Accidents “......................920000560Road Security..............................996Traffic Accidents.........................993Water Emergency......8004411110

Mobily..........................................1100STC...................................................902Zain..................................................959

Information/ Maintenance:International Information.......905Telephone Maintenance.........904Telephone Directory.................905Speaking Clock.........................1222

City Codes: Riyadh: 11 Jeddah and Makkah: 12 Dammam, Dahran, Alkhobar and Jubail: 13 Madinah and Yanbu: 14 Abha and Najran: 17

TV:National TV: Saudi Channel 1/ Saudi Channel 2 (English)/ Saudi Channel 3 (Sports)/ Al Ekhbariya News Satellite TV: Thousands of free channels from across the Middle East, Asia andEurope can be viewed using a satellite dish and receiver.Premium Satellite Providers: OSN (Orbit Showtime Network): Premium Arabic and Western Entertainment. www.osnetwork.com ART: Premium Arabic, Western, and Asian Entertainment www.artonline.tv


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DAMAC LAUNCHES PARAMOUNT TOWERS

DAMAC Properties, the Middle East’s largest luxury private developer, announced the launch of a Paramount Hotels & Resorts-branded serviced residences tower in Riyadh, KSA.

JAMIE OLIVER & PHILIPS JOIN FORCES

Flydubai recently launched their business class service, welcoming the first business class passengers in October last month. The first flight carrying business class passengers took off to Kiev’s Boryspil Airport, Ukraine.

INTRODUCES BUSINESS TEAM

Renowned chef Jamie Oliver and Philips, the electronics giant, joined forces to launch the Philips HomeCooker. This new product is specifically designed to offer an innovative approach to home cooking and is a comprehensive tool to meet every family’s daily cooking requirements.

Vertu launched the new smartphone Vertu Constellation, each Constellation carefully handmade in England by a single craftsman. Vertu Constellation represents everything Vertu believes in from materials, engineering, hand craftsmanship to technology.

The Launch of Vertu Constellation


HERTZ PARTNERS WITH AIREP AVIATION & TOURISMThe Hertz Corporation appointed AiRep Aviation and Tourism, one of Turkey’s largest travel management companies, as its outbound General Sales Agent (GSA) representative for the travel trade in Turkey.

Hajjnet Launches UMRAHSALAMAli Dabaja, CEO of Hajjnet, launched UmrahSalam, an application for smartphones, after hearing too many stories about the challenges pilgrims face during umrah or Hajj. The UmrahSalam application will guide you from preparing up until the haircut at the very end.

Microsoft Arabia announced that Loai Bafaqeeh, previously Marketing Director at MS Arabia, has now accepted the role of Public Sector Director for MS Saudi Arabia, with the appointment effective immediately.

MICROSOFT ARABIA Appoints Public Sector Director

Maserati Quattroporte Accessories have arrived to Fast Auto Technic Maserati showroom. Elegance, design and refinement have always been distinguished traits of Maserati. They continue to maintain these traits with their new line of accessories developed exclusively for the new Quattroporte.

News from Maserati’s SHOWROOMS!

Watch manufacturer Bell & Ross and Dassault Aviation have teamed up to celebrate the Falcon aircraft's 50th anniversary. Bell & Ross has designed collections of timepiece instruments that pay tribute to five key periods in the history of aviation and their technological breakthroughs, from 1900 to the present day. Two limited editions have been created and named the "Vintage Falcons", to mark the outstanding jet's 50th anniversary.

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1. BMW GRAN TURISMO DEBUTS IN KSA:The all-new BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo made its debut in Saudi Arabia. Mohamed Yousuf Naghi Motors, the official BMW Group importer in KSA, launched the new Gran Turismo at exclusive events in their showrooms throughout the Kingdom.

2. IKEA - 30 YEARS AND COUNTING:IKEA Saudi Arabia revealed its latest “More Inspiring than Ever” IKEA catalogue in celebration of its 30 year presence in the Kingdom. IKEA’s 2014 catalogue focuses on making the house design experience a more convenient one via its interactive functions that allow owners to mix and match with the best choices of furniture. With designs and colors to suit all tastes, “More Inspiring than Ever” provides customers with endless possibilities.

3. BANANA REPUBLIC AND ISSA LONDON COLLECTION:Banana Republic and Issa London launched their limited edition collection for pre-fall 2013 through a private viewing for Saudi’s top bloggers and fashion trend setters in their flagship store at Riyadh Gallery Mall. Carolina Bohorquez, Marketing Manager at Banana Republic, and Sabina Metta, one of Saudi’s foremost stylists, guided attendees through the collection.

4. MAXUS LAUNCHES IN KSA:Haji Husein Alireza & Co. Ltd. launched the new Chinese car brand, Maxus, in Saudi Arabia. Maxus produces multipurpose commercial vehicles of international designs and produces a variety of models including V80, which was revealed by the company during the launch ceremony.

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5. NEW LOOK AW 2013 LAUNCH:The latest autumn and winter collections of New Look were unveiled in a fun and exciting launch on October 2, 2013 at the Maison Bo-M gallery. Guests were treated to a tour of each collection, a grungy chic photo booth and special canapés and hors d’ouevres by Maison BoM Café’s Chef Maha.

6. PRODUCERS EXHIBITION (MONTIJOON):More than 500 women entrepreneurs participated and showcased their products in a six-day producers’ exhibition from September 29 – October 5, 2013 at the Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Center. The exhibition aims to support opportunities to work from home and launch more outlets for introducing and marketing the various products of Saudi females. The exhibition’s visitors got to enjoy and purchase hundreds of products including foodstuffs, accessories, handcrafts, fashion, decorative items and furniture.

7. REISS FASHION SHOW:Reiss held a mini-fashion show at Maison Bo-M to launch their AW2013 collection

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8. HARVEY NICHOLS MINI CHIC FASHION SHOW:Harvey Nichols presented the new AW2013 kidswear collections for its brands at the Harvey Nichols Plaza in Faisaliah Hotel on October 4, 2013. The children’s fashion show was organized by the famed, Nahar, fashion icon behind a mask. It also featured kids from the Children’s Down Syndrome Association in Riyadh.

9. FOSSILS: IN PRESENCE AND ABSENCE ART EXHIBIT:Local artist Abdulrahman Soliman held an art exhibition from October 7 - 24, 2013 at the Naila Art Gallery. The well-attended event featured art pieces that aimed to preserve culture and capture the unity culture by protecting the individual and the cultural identity. His paintings are based on his attempt to mesh progressive values of contemporary society without displacing our unique identities.

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Saudi Build 2013The largest business to business construction fair in the Kingdom.Location: Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition CenterTel: +966-11-2295604Email: [email protected]: www.saudibuild-expo.com/arDate: November 4 – 7

Web ServicesExhibitionLocation: Nights DoraTel: 920002081Time: 4:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.Date: November 17 – 18

Saudi Furniture ShowLocation: Riyadh Exhibition Center, Murooj AreaTel: +966-11-4621275Email: [email protected]: www.furnituresaudi.comDate: November 17 – 20

Saudi Social Media SummitThe event brings together the who’s who of marketing, IT and communication professionals from government, semi-government and business sectors.Mob: +971-557709141Email: [email protected]: www.saudisocialmedia.comDate: November 18 – 19

Big Packaging ShowA trade show where technology suppliers and end-user companies meet.Location: Riyadh Exhibition Center, Murooj AreaTel: 920004345Email: [email protected]: www.bigpackagingshow.comDate: November 10 – 13

ICHD 2013ICHD 2013 Symposium.Location: Marriott RiyadhTel: +966-11-4673000 Ext. 88717/88734Email: [email protected]: www.ichd-pscc.comDate: November 26 – 28

Womeex 13An initiative to support small projects and thoughts for women.Location: Intercontinental HotelTel: 920000615Mob: +966-509808082Email: [email protected]: www.womeex.comDate: November 5 – 8

Splendor of the EarthBy Ranyah Seraj.Opening night 6pm-10pm, 10am-10pm daily except Friday 4pm-10pm.Mob: +966-543 76 8585 Email: [email protected]: www.terra-eclat.comDate: November 5 – 12

3rd Annual Façade Design and EngineeringLocation: Radisson BluTel: +971-43642975Email: [email protected]: www.facadedesignksa.comDate: November 24 – 25

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Laser and Cosmetic Surgery ConferenceLaser and cosmetic surgery 2013 advanced international conference.Location: Intercontinental HotelMob: +966-566018282Email: [email protected]: www.lcsurg.comDate: November 20 – 22

Riyadh Motor ShowLocation: Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition CenterTel: +966-11-2295604Email: [email protected]: www.riyadh-motorshow.comDate: November 27 – December 2

Saudi StoneTechPrestigious international event dedicated to stone machinery and stone technology.Location: Riyadh Exhibition CenterDate: November 4 – 7

GITEX Saudi ArabiaThe largest and most recommended platform for exhibiting telecom and communications products and accessories. Location: Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition CenterDate: November 16 – 19

Saudi Green Building ForumForum offering opportunities in sectors associated with green building and green building technology.Location: Four Seasons HotelMob: +971-504664990Email: [email protected]: www.saudigreenforum.comDate: November 17 – 20

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Located at one of the prime areas of Riyadh is one of the best living spaces you would come across in the city. Ishbilia Compound is a true taste of high-class international lifestyle while maintaining the convenience of living closely to Granada Mall, Jarir

Megastore and Olaya Street.

With exclusive, ready for occupancy, fully furnished and equipped villas designed with comfort and spacious family spaces in mind, Ishbilia Compound prides itself in providing high western living standards while preserving a cozy home ambience. Furthermore, the villas are well kept and residents are able to fully live in comfort with its 24/7 maintenance team at their service.

People staying at Ishbilia get to enjoy living in a community-oriented environment through its world-class amenities and activities that bring its residents together. FROM RECREATIONAL TRIPS, WEEKLY POOL PARTIES AND MONTHLY BIG EVENTS, THERE’S JUST NO ROOM FOR BOREDOM IN THE COMPOUND. One of the best things at Ishbilia is the connectedness you feel with your co-residents as well as the open environment that gives ladies and children the opportunity to mingle and feel at home.

An Oasis in Riyadh

The abundance of recreational activities is more than enough to keep the entire family happy. Ladies are bound to enjoy having shopping buses at their disposal, sports and fitness classes taught by professional instructors and trainers, not to mention having a beauty salon a stone throw away. The Ishbilia family lifestyle consists of providing fun activities for children while focusing on your well being and relaxation as well.

One finds satisfaction within the safe walls of the compound given the vast grounds it has allotted for facilities alone. Children and adults alike take pleasure in the recreational center that features everything from a competition size pool, tennis courts, huge sports field, eight-lane bowling alley, sauna, aerobics room, jogging paths up to kid-friendly hangouts, WiFi public areas, nurseries as well as a fully equipped gym and multipurpose auditorium.


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Mob: +966-593111389Facebook: www.facebook.com/ishbiliacompoundWeb: www.ksacompounds.comCoordinates: N 24° 47’ 42.81” E 46° 48’ 07.49”

Convenience is always essential to compound living and indeed, all your needs are met at Ishbilia. A mini-market with delivery services as well as two restaurants makes for convenient dining options. The worry free lifestyle at Ishbilia extends to its accessibility, transportation to the top international schools in the city is provided for your children.

This mini oasis of Riyadh is able to maintain an unfettered lifestyle of relaxation and comfort by ensuring that your safety is a priority. THE COMPOUND USES STATE OF THE ART SECURITY INFRASTRUCTURES, NOT TO MENTION UNIFORMED GUARD SERVICES AND THE ROYAL SECURITY ARMED FORCES, ascertaining further the exclusivity of the compound to its residents.

The beauty and grandeur of Ishbilia is a way of life and has be a prime choice among executives and upscale living families in the capital. Currently, the compound has re-opened its doors to those who want to truly live in a villa, much more, a community that they can call home.


Dirab Golf Course & Country Club

Located 45 kilometers south west of Riyadh and nestled in the picturesque Tawfiq valley, Dirab Golf and Country club is considered to be a favorite haven for the

affluent. The exclusive estate boasts of lush tree-lined fairways, perfectly manicured greens and a desert mountain skyline on its horizon. Its executive country club and

equestrian stables make for the ultimate hideaway for high-living Riyadhis.

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Ibrahim Abunayyan and Sons built and developed the Dirab Golf and Country Club at a time when the city was in need of it and surely it has garnered quite an impressive list of platinum membership holders and corporate patrons that has made it one of the exclusive go-to places for their executives and global guests.

Being the first grassed 18-hole Par 72 Championship and 9-hole Par 27 Academy golf course in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia; Dirab Golf Course has been the

venue for both international and local golf tournaments. The contour of the entire course was designed to make use of its unique desert landscape, hence, it comes naturally for professional golfers and amateurs alike, who have considered it both a challenge worth overcoming as well as astoundingly beautiful.

Whenever we would visit Dirab, it always felt like being somewhere outside of the Kingdom. As a child I would sometimes pretend that I was in a Nevada ranch as I walked by its stables filled with the finest Arabian horses.

Following with the tradition of being a well-reputed equestrian sanctuary; THE DIRAB POLO CLUB WAS ESTABLISHED IN 2010 and it has certainly received quite an elite following, garnering compliments from THE GUARDS POLO CLUB OF WINDSOR GREAT PARK IN THE UK.

This highly exclusive and to an extent, attention elusive country club and villa resort does not advertise the many amenities on offer to its members and their guests, but we can guarantee that it's up-market, its clubhouse is as good as it gets when it comes to general hospitality, dining, banqueting, pro-shop, locker room, and get-fit facilities.

When not making use of its driving range, members can lounge around a garden swimming pool, play tennis, join their rugby match ups and even enjoy driving around in their carts.

Indeed, Dirab is one of those places that cater to those with the finest taste in past-times. Nonetheless, every now and then, though at a pricier rate, regular guests would enjoy visiting it for a taste of the good life.


Location: 45 kms south west of Riyadh and nestled in the picturesque Tawfiq valley Tel: +966-11-8126671Mob: +966-535001896Email: [email protected]: www.dirabgolf.com


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In a city where there’s always a yearning to enjoy a good laugh, have fun and be amused, Khaled Mansour Al Saud founded a company that capitalizes on providing people with entertainment that’s relatively pushing the boundaries while maintaining cultural sensitivity. With first of its kind shows like the Fluffy Comedy Tour, managing Saudi talents like Fahad Al Butairy, Qusai and featuring internationally acclaimed artists for exclusive concerts in Riyadh, it’s no wonder you’ll find the Riyadh elite and Riyadhis who are willing to shell out for VIP tickets, converge at luxury events. Here’s a look at the man behind it all.

KHALEDAL SAUD The Man Behindthe Show

Can you tell us a little bit about yourself and how you came up with the concept of Luxury Events and a Luxury Agency? I graduated from Al Faisal University from the business and project management program. I am currently the Chief Executive Officer for Luxury Investments, which is a Saudi based investments company holding the following five major businesses: Luxury Events, Luxury Agency, Luxury Studios, Luxury Pictures and Luxury Technology.

Luxury Events was inspired and developed based on my individual passion for project management; I wanted to organize unique events that would be a new direction for Saudi entertainment while still respecting our ethics, values, and religion. I drew inspiration principally from my experiences

managing events for family and friend, but the ideas gained from the Kingdom’s business sector informed my mission and goals. I developed this passion during university and became committed to doing my part to grow the entertainment business in Saudi Arabia and the Middle East.

How did you settle on the name Luxury?The name Luxury was chosen to build an association between what we are eager to produce in the most unique and sophisticated way possible. The name should give the audience the feel of what they are dealing with and what our companies have in store for them. What services do you offer? Each company offers a unique set of services

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to a number of business sectors including but not limited to governmental, educational, corporate, public and private sectors. The services that Luxury Events offers include preparing and executing any function or event publicly and privately. Luxury Events is an event company specialized in providing the best in terms of sports, private, corporate and entertainment events. We pride ourselves in coming up with new creative, artistic and innovative techniques in regards to organizing phenomenal events of the highest standards in terms of quality and service. Now we have begun to focus on corporate social responsibilities, putting in every effort to give back to the vast community of locals and expats living in Saudi Arabia who have made us what we are today!

Did you face any challenges along the way? There is no success without challenges. Every obstacle has a solution when it is handled properly. I would say the main obstacle was building a new identity for the entertainment business sector in Saudi Arabia and understanding the different mentalities and meeting the requirements of the market. Needless to say, producing ideas and projects according to the culture and the society needed its share of research and findings to alter it according to the needs of the market.

As a talent agency, what do you actually do? How do you recruit talent and become their agent? Luxury Agency consists of a number of agents who are responsible for guiding the professional career of artists in the entertainment industry. Each agent is required to support and promote the interests of his talent. Luxury Agency has many ways to recruit talent. The agents usually attend shows and scout performers to see if they can develop their talent. Luxury Agency has scheduled auditions to give the opportunity for performers to showcase their talent. Since it was established in 2011.

How many talents do you represent? Is it hard to find Saudi talent? What criteria do you have for signing someone? Luxury Agency represents 31 artists from different fields, including stand-up comedy, beatbox, rap, dancers, hosts, acrobats, actors and modeling. Luxury Agency believes that every performer has room for improvement and development, and all we look for is potential when scouting for the next big thing.

What kind of events do you generally host? How can someone book a talent? The kind of entertainment we produce in our events includes but not limited to comedy, acting, magic, sports tournaments, beat boxing, rapping and others. The process of booking a talent is fairly simple. The client

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can reach our agents through our social media channels and fill out a request form. Once the agent receives the request form, the process of booking the performer/talent is fairly straightforward.

What is the public’s reaction to the events the company organizes? Over the past few years our fan base on our social media accounts, in addition to the number of audience who attend our show, have been increasing significantly. We went from entertaining 10,000 people in our first year to having 100,000 fans in just few years, which is an indication that we are on the right track and the public’s feedback is always appreciated and taken into consideration in our developmental plans.

Comedy seems to be central in the Luxury brand. What is it about comedy that is so important? Comedy has been known for being a unique kind of art that many enjoy within different cultures and societies. Considering our values, ethics and the rules and laws of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, we found that comedy is the perfect fit for our culture and society’s entertainment sector. Focusing on the flexibility of the market, what makes comedy special are the different age groups, ethnic backgrounds, educational levels, and geographic areas who appreciate the kind

of entertainment comedy can bring to each individual.

How big is your team now?We started with a team of four vibrant and young men in 2010. Today, Luxury Investments’ companies consist of 40 employees in a variety of skills and expertise ranging from project management, marketing and sales, public relations, communications, operations and others.

Do you have plans for expansion? The plans for expansion are related to our growth strategies in the market and how we are developing our services to meet the expectations of a bigger clientele in different sectors.

What advice would you give local Saudi talent? How can we develop a creative younger generation? Saudi Arabia is full of hidden talents that we are hoping to discover and develop within our business scope. Young entrepreneurs with sharp and determined goals will always develop creative ideas and businesses to improve and create a vibrant new generation.

Top left: Fahad Al-Butairi, Khaled Al Saud, the rest of the comedy group tour

Email: [email protected]: www.luxuryevents-sa.comFacebook: /LuxuryEventsKSATwitter: @LuxuryEventsKSA


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RANGE ROVER 2013THE ELEGANT BRUTE

The Range Rover is one of the most desirable and popular cars here in Riyadh regardless if it’s the sport or regular one. It’s listed as one of the finest luxury SUVs in the world. Given the terrain of Riyadh and the many activities that involve traversing the sand dunes, the Range Rover is an instant and ideal choice for us. The prices of the new Range Rover depends on the type and the specification. It could start at around 350,000 SR and move up to 850,000 SR.

THE MANUAL GUIDE Riyadh’s Fast and Furious

By Engr. Ahmad Al Huwidi

A drive down Tahliya and you’ll be able to feast your eyes on automotive eyecandy, what can I say? We Najdi boys like our toys big, fast and beautiful. So we thought,

why not put together a primer of our Riyadhi fave rides? These platinum wheels are bound to get you revved up…



BMW 6TH SERIES GRAND COUPETHE GERMAN GENTLEMAN

I am personally in love with this car because it gives the feeling of a coupe but it’s also a sedan. It can be considered a luxury car and a sports car at the same time. The price of BMW 6th series starts from 320,000 SR, which makes it a slightly affordable entry, all things considered. In my opinion, the designers at BMW tried to do something that can be compared with Mercedes-Benz CLS. The BHB at 6000 RPM is varied because of the engine’s specifications, which is between 320 BHB – 560 BHB. The BMW grand coupe is a favorite among executives and high rolling Riyadhis due to its sophisticated flair that just makes for a slick everyday ride.

FERRARI CALIFORNIATHE CHARISMATIC ITALIAN

Ferrari California is the first ever front V8-engined Ferrari and after thinking of what car would be the coolest to cruise down Tahliya with, this came up as the one with surefire bragging rights. This car can give BHB 490 at 7000 RPM, which can be compared with the BMW 6th series. Furthermore, the design of Ferrari California is great from the exterior with a folding metal roof. Out of all the Ferrari models, I find the California to have the best interiors in their line. The price of this car is between 770,000 – 900,000 SR. It is said that "Ferrari engines are musically engineered to sound perfect by utilizing 3rd and 6th harmonics on the air intake, like an organ or flute."


KOENIGSEGG CCXR “THE SPECIAL ONE” A SWEDISH MONSTER

One of a kind eye candy, the Swedish monster Koenigsegg CCXR. “The Special One” 2010 comes with a V8, 4.8cc engine that gives a magnificent power output of 1018 BHB at 7000 RPM. Aptly categorized as a hypercar, the CCXR can go from 0-100 km in 2.9 seconds. Apart from the power it’s packing under its hood, it’s the color of this car that makes it a one of a kind. The exterior design of Koenigsegg CCXR speaks for itself and the interior is also quite attractive. It has been sold at 4.5 million SR from the ‘ALO CAR’ showroom. Expect heads to turn while it passes by, it makes quite a noisy introduction.

MERCEDES-BENZ A45 AMG 2014 THE PRINCE OF HATCHBACKS

Designed to be pitted against the hatchback of Audi and M135i, the Mercedes-Benz A45 AMG 2014 takes the prize for being able to look fierce despite being compact. You can buy a normal Mercedez A-series from dealers like Al Jafali Company for a 132,000 SR price tag. If you were really looking to be a cut above the rest then you’d have to go for this model, which is triple the price at Auto Kingdom. What’s the difference? Power of course, it has the A45 engine which is the most powerful engine series production for four-cylinder. A hatchback that can hit 0 - 100 km in 4.6 seconds while looking dapper can only be described as awesome.

Riyadh is THE place for autospotting, take a snapshot of the best cars you’ve seen cruising in the city. We’d love to share it! Tag us at @destinationryd #DRAutoLove

High Roller Fact: “The Special One” was specially designed for the Al Thani Family of Qatar, one of the owners of London’s famous Harrods. There are only six units of it in the world.

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FADI AL SHEHRI STAND UP COMEDIANTwitter: @fadialshehriInstagram: @fadi_alshehriA Saudi stand-up comedian who got fed up by stereotypes during his school life; but instead of letting it affect him in a negative way, he turned them into great material for his stand-up comedy acts. He performed across GCC in the biggest GCC Comedy Tour "Saudi Sandstorm" along four other

comedians and went out of the region to do his act in the US.

What was your reason for creating your account?In addition to my friends, I created an account because I noticed how the world has changed from social to social networking.

How do you think Social Media is changing or contributing to the Saudi Community?It changed the Saudi community entirely. A few years ago our fathers had simple Nokia phones but nowadays fathers have all sort of phones, ipads and what not and other than that people can finally speak their minds through new media and the truth can be shown without any manipulation.

How do you keep up with all the replies and mentions? Do you still get to read them all?I sometimes pick randomly because there is no way I can keep up with thousands of replies and mentions daily.

What was the weirdest or most memorable comment, online reply, tweet, or request you remember receiving?When all the great-ones in Saudi tweeted about how great they think I am.

Fun Facts:

What takes up most of your time right now? PlayStation, meditating and traveling to every major city in the world.

Funniest social media post you’ve encountered or wrote: I’m genuinely funny, follow me to find out.

Who’s your favorite social media personality? Who do you follow?@Fahad, he is even funnier in real life.

If you had a soundtrack to your life what song/songs would have to be on it? Started from the bottom - Drake.

The rise of social media in the Kingdom has created a whole new category of A-listers with a fan base distinguished by likes, retweets and youtube views. Destination wanted to know the people behind the names you’ve come to love and follow. To satisfy your curiosity, we dug deep and collaborated with Luxury Agency to get an all-exclusive

access to some of the best social media trend makers in the Kingdom.

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MOHABTHE HUMAN BEATBOXTwitter: @MohabHesham1Must watch video: Wa7ashteny (Cover by Alaa Wardi & Mohab)Mohab Hisham is a young and half-Saudi, half-Egyptian beat boxer who’s gaining quite the attention for creating solid beats and sound effects with his mouth. He has performed in many events, including "Luxury's 3rd Anniversary" and "The Blacklight Show" and is making waves after

being featured across many channels, Radio

and TV stations.

What was your reason for creating your account?Mainly to communicate with friends abroad and people around me.

Where do you get inspiration for your tweets?From everything around me, whether it’s family, friends or myself.

What are your favorite places in Riyadh?Riyadh is a nice city but I love Jeddah when it comes to small vacations.

You get a lot of questions on ask.fm and now you’re getting followers on twitter, how do you manage the replies and mentions? Do you still get to read them all?I reply to each and everyone because basically the people made me what I am today and I do reply to them as soon as I can, and yes every single one!

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What takes up most of your time right now? Family, university (I’m a student at KSU), friends and soccer.

Favorite Trending topic on Twitter: #PharrelIs40

Funniest social media post you’ve encountered: Definitely funny vine videos!

Who’s your favorite social media personality? Who do you follow?My favorite personality is on instagram. "The Rock" the wrestler he's very influential and dedicated.

If you had a soundtrack to your life what song/songs would have to be on it?Coldplay – Fix You. It’s one of my favorites.

Can you share with us something about you that your followers don’t know yet?Ehemm, from around 9th grade till beginning of 11th grade, I was overweight but thank God I worked hard and I’m also thankful for the support I got from my family especially my mom for what I am today.

Complete this sentence: You Know You’ve Lived in Saudi Arabia When…When you never close your AC whether it’s winter or summer.

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What was your reason for creating your account?I created my account in order to communicate directly with people and to receive feedback on my performances.

Who is behind the account and where are you located?I am behind my account and I’m located in Riyadh.

Where do you get inspiration for your tweets?From our daily life situations or random thoughts that run through my head.

How do you think Social Media is changing or contributing to the Saudi community?It has a great impact where ones thoughts can make a difference within society.

How do you keep up with all the replies and mentions? Do you still get to read them all?I read each one of them. I always do as long as it's doable.

Fun Facts:

What takes up most of your time right now? My full time job along with the shows, photo-shoots, writing and all that comes along with stand-up comedy.

Who’s your favorite social media personality? Who do you follow?Salman Al Ouda and Fahad Albutairi. I also follow informative tweets, intelligent tweets, thinkers, poetry and loyal fans.

If you had a soundtrack to your life what song/songs would have to be on it? - Frank Sinatra- My way - Everyday I'm Hustlin :p

Can you share with us something about you that your followers don’t know yet?I have a secret twitter account *evil laugh.*

Complete this sentence: You Know You’ve Lived in Saudi Arabia When…When an Abaya takes your breath away.

SAM AL AMIRTHE “FINTASTIC” COMEDIANTwitter: @samaamiriInstagram: @SamAAmiriSam Al Amiri is a stand-up comedian with a flair for sarcastic humor. He has performed in many corporate events in Jeddah, Riyadh, Khobar and Jubail like "Amanat Al Riyadh," "Mobily Comedy Club," "Jeddah Comedy Club," and he was also a presenter in "Line Sport." When he isn’t generating laughs on stage, Sam is a finance professional, which his twitter account says, makes him “fintastic.”

GUILTY PLEASURE:

Extra garlic Shawarma!!!

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WADDAH SWARKITKAT’S FUNNIEST ARABTwitter: @waddahswarInstagram: @waddahswarWaddah Swar joined and won the Kitkat’s comedy challenge, the Comedy Break on youtube this year and has since then performed alongside Eddie Griffin, Omid Djalili, Gabriel Iglasias, and Moz Jobrani. Currently dubbed as the funniest guy in the Arab world, he is a local favorite with a solid audience following due to his bilingual stand-up performances. Off stage, a lot of folks are surprised to know that Waddah is an established businessman and restaurateur. What was your reason for creating your account? I created my account so that I can have a platform to openly and freely address the public whether fans, fellow citizens, fellow comedians and other artists. Where do you get inspiration for your tweets? My inspiration for tweets mirrors my inspiration for all my performances. I get it from everyday life and situations that either I’m in or I notice other people in. I don’t put too much thought into my tweet, as I say literally what is on my mind, and I think people respond to that…. When you have a specific character and you don’t deviate. How do you think Social Media is changing or contributing to the Saudi community? Social media is changing the entire universe, not only the Saudi community. It’s opening up a network to discuss, hear other people’s thoughts, share conceptions, argue misconceptions- it’s just endless. Social media can help economies support each other by finding out about events or people who need support. Many charities for example have taken to twitter as a main medium to reach out to people. Also, what I personally love about social media is the fact that gives the opportunity for talented people to show what they can do without needing the money or the flashy upscale producers or events to reach the public. They are right there at the touch of your finger, and if your good enough, you just might make it.

What was the weirdest or most memorable comment, online reply, tweet, or request you remember receiving?Someone once compared me to my idol the Legend Martin Lawrence and I can’t forget that since he is the reason I got into this business. Fun Facts: Who’s your favorite social media personality? Kevin Hart is my favorite because he shares stories about his wife and kids and isn’t afraid to get personal when he talks about getting a divorce and how his wife had reacted to something. It just draws you in. If you had a soundtrack to your life what song/songs would have to be on it?Michael Buble – Feeling Good Can you share with us something about you that your followers don’t know yet?I love to sing in the shower, I love singing the songs of Adele!! In fact I should do a comedy show with me just attempting to sing Adele! Complete this sentence: You Know You’ve Lived in Saudi Arabia When…You know you’ve lived in Saudi Arabia when you’ve found yourself in a physical battle with someone over the bill.

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I don’t eat much, but if I get my hand on a bag of chips (or

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MOAYED AL THAQAFI YOUTUBE ACTOR AND PURE-BLOODED JEDDAWITwitter: @mhtWebsite: www.youtube.com/TakkiSeriesA passionate young Saudi actor with a social message and a goal to “make a change.” For Moayed, acting has been his calling since his early years. Moayed’s first appearance was in the hit youtube show 3al 6ayer before launching his own youtube show La Tsadded. Recently, he starred in the first Saudi drama series on youtube, Takki, which earned him popularity amongst a youthful audience. He’s garnered a growing number of fans both on a local and regional level due to his charming looks and charismatic personality.

What was your reason for creating your account?My friend Ahmed Fathaldeen, writer and actor of the youtube program, 3al 6ayer was the one who encouraged me to get on twitter. Good call.

Who is behind the account and where are you located?I’m the only one running my account but I do let my agent post some promotional activities as well.

How do you think social media is changing or contributing to the Saudi community?From my point of view, it helped a lot in knowing the mentality of the Saudi community and the way they, or rather we, think. This would help the government know the needs of the people and what they want and work on the development of the country.

How do you keep up with all the replies and mentions? Do you still get to read them all?I read them all but it’s hard to reply to all of them, so I apologize my dear followers if I don’t get to respond to all your tweets on a daily basis. Please know I do appreciate each and every one of them.

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What takes up most of your time right now? Work, work, and more work.

If you had a soundtrack to your life what song/songs would have to be on it? I like the “Hadrami Tarab” because it tells a story.

Can you share with us something about you that your followers don’t know yet?They don’t know about this conversation I’m having with you, at least not yet!

Complete this sentence: You Know you’re in Saudi Arabia When… When someone starts a conversation by asking, “tell us, when is the wedding?”

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MANAL ASSAADSOCIAL MEDIA INFLUENCERTwitter: @themanalystWebsite: www.themanalyst.comA self-described branding fanatic, marketing enthusiast and media addict, Manal a.k.a. the Manalyst has worked her way into creating a strong social media presence that warrants the claim of being an online influencer. At 28, she has already become the go-to person for anything related to social media and has been featured in various publications to speak on the topic. The best part about following the Manalyst is her ability to offer valuable insights on a wide variety of intelligent topics while maintaining a bubbly, witty and sometimes quirky persona on the web.

What was your reason for creating your account? I turned to social networks to connect with people from anywhere in the world and exchange value with them. That’s why I like twitter the most, it allows me to do so without limitations.

Complete the sentence, people should follow me online if… They’re interested in social media, marketing, designs, events in the region, art and other random fun and interesting stuff!

How do you think social media is changing or contributing to the Saudi community? It has definitely given the Saudi community a way to communicate freely, collaborate, create and innovate. The past few years have witnessed a new generation in Saudi that emerged due to social media.

Can you share with us some tips on how to expand one’s social media reach and become an online influencer? Invest time and effort to find or create valuable content and share it with your community, grow your reach by connecting with people through making or joining conversations on a daily basis! It would also help to focus on an “area of expertise” at first, something to be known for and influential in.

Fun Facts:

What takes up most of your time right now? Watching movies and TV shows. Currently hung up on House.

Funniest social media post you’ve encountered or wrote: Most things on 9gag.com!

Who’s your favorite social media personality? I follow a lot of people, but I particularly enjoy the posts and personality of Omar Hussein (3al 6ayer).

If you had a soundtrack to your life what song/songs would it be? My life would have an eclectic random collection of songs that shuffle between rock from 30 Seconds to Mars and Evanescence, techno from David Guetta, classical from John Murphy and Max Richter, and songs from artists that not many have heard of.

Complete this sentence: You Know You’ve Lived in Saudi Arabia When…When you call any stranger “Mohammed.”

GUILTY PLEASURE:Good food, which is often fatty XD



RegretPromising to push the boundaries of design education in Riyadh to a new level, Raffles Design Institute opened its doors last October with an opening ceremony held at Harvey Nichols, Faisaliah. This is a new joint venture between Raffles Education Corporation (Asia Pacific's largest private education provider with a network of 33 colleges) and Al Rushaid Group (one of Saudi Arabia’s leading and diversified enterprises), Raffles Design Institute- Riyadh is where exceptional talent finds its future.

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Setting the bar high as a premier education provider for women, Raffles believes in delivering intensive exposure to specific art and design disciplines through their unique education system, international curriculum and state of the art technologies. All the while collaborating with industry partners and actively engaging students through hands-on practical learning experiences, allowing them to participate in and draw inspiration from a diverse and talented group of artists, designers and practitioners who are experts in their respective fields.

Dr. Wafa Al Rushaid CEO of Raffles Design Institute proudly explained: "We embrace a holistic education through the development of superior thinking processes, the mastery of communication and the acquisition of thorough and effective work methods Our curriculum and pedagogy are designed to be industry focused and relevant. Students are empowered to innovate with creativity. The skills that our students acquire will far exceed the knowledge and expertise of the profession, setting them on the road to success."

Raffles awards world-class Advanced Diplomas in Digital Media, Fashion and Interior Design as well as Fashion Marketing and Merchandise. With future plans in the works to offer more fields such as Jewelry, Game and Animation Design, just to name a few.

Determined to prepare diverse students of art and design to enrich our society through their creativity, their skill and their professionalism, Raffles Institute Director Mrs. Hala Hallawani added: "I am proud that Raffles is now in the Middle East and in particular in Riyadh."

''RAFFLES ADOPTS AN INTERACTIVE APPROACH THAT BRIDGES BETWEEN

DESIGN AND BUSINESS. THIS IS CONSIDERED A STEPPING STONE IN THE MODERN AGE

OF THIS INDUSTRY.''- Raffles Institute Director,

Mrs. Hala Hallawani


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Kate Moss is back for Topshop! Work is almost done for the upcoming collection which is a 40 piece collection ranging from clothing to accessories. Her previous collaboration with the high-street favorite has been a real success, let’s hope history repeats itself.

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Mazin Al-Maimani is ourin-house Graphic Designer and a fashion enthusiast. Here are his picks for our luxury issue. Fine detailed luxurious picks and some pure bling!

Charlotte Olympia SR 3,600

Jimmy Choo SR 2,250

Versace SR 4,800

Dolce & Gabbana Martini suit SR 6,800

Marwood tie SR 700

Lanvin pin SR 600

Tom Ford For Men(Skincare, ranging from SR 100 - SR 600)

Audemars Piguet extra thin (price upon request)


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A “big purchase” can represent many sums of money and will differ from one person to another. For this article, let’s call anything that greatly affects your bank account a big purchase- it could be a car, a vacation or even a pair of shoes. After you make a purchase is when you realize whether you love it or hate and regret it. Let’s see what people have loved and hated recently!

Dolce & Gabbana dress worth 6,600 SR. I fell in love with it but when I wore it, I hated it and never wore it again.

A pair of Moss Lipow Ostrich leather sunglasses worth 14,300 SR. I lost it after wearing it just a few times and since then I decided I would never purchase expensive glasses.

A Van Cleef and Arpels ring worth 85,000 SR. I fell in love with it and I still like it but I regret buying it because I can only wear it on certain occasions.

Chinchilla coat worth 19,000 SR. Even though it was a bargain, I didn't get a chance to wear it.

Tods crocodile handbag, the original price is 67,077 SR but I got it on a discount for 20,700 SR. I am in love with it and I carry it all the time.

A property in King Abdullah Economic City worth 700,000 SR.

A Graff ring worth 145,000 SR. It’s worth every penny!

A yellow diamond necklace worth 45,000 SR. I just love it!

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RIVER ISLANDBrown tortoise shell curb chain

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How to look the part without breaking the bank! This month, we’re showing you how to spree and steal the look.

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RIVER ISLANDBlack and Gold Bangles Pack

99 SR

BIJOUX HEAREmpire gold-plated Swarovski

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5,460 SR

LINDA FARROWMawi Gold Tone Watersnake Bracelet

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STYLE TIP! The statement necklace says it all, no need to

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SAINT LAURENT Cabas Chyc Large Leather

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CHRISTIAN LOUBUTINPigalle Safki

2,500 SR

BIMBA & LOLAArizona Medium sized, zip

fastened Bowling Bag

1,450 SRZARAPointed Ankle Booties

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ZARAPlatform Leather Court Shoes

399 SR

GIUSEPPE ZANOTTIEster Cutout Suede Ankle Boots

4,168 SR

JOSEPHMan Wool and Cashmere-Blend Coat

3,230 SR

ZARAMasculine Double Breasted Coat

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Who doesn’t love scoring a great bargain? Without bartering? Exactly. I love imparting some of my Riyadhi shopping secrets, so without further ado, here’s your quick chic,

cheap but not shabby guide on where to find hidden fashion gems in the city, also known as The Very Concise Suggestions on How to Score An Hermes Dress for 350 SR.

Outlets are the Fountain of Youth to thrifty luxury brand-seekers. Of course, the ability to find a good bargain depends on the quality of the outlet, the source it’s getting its wares from, and what I like to call ‘the rush hour of shopping,’ but with a little smart research, a lot of patience and some luck, you’ll be in those Giuseppe Zanotti boots in no time. It’s amazing but true – we do have a few hidden outlets right here in Riyadh! You need to wade through the muck to get to the gems, but that’s where all the fun is anyway. Go at the beginning of each season to catch the last, and don’t worry about buying brands a few seasons old, it’s the quality that counts after all. You can find a large number of luxury outlets in old Alaqariyah mall and one in the Nimr building.

• BEST BARGAIN SCORED: SATIN LANVIN FLATS FOR SR 500 AT THE RUBAIYAT OUTLET IN AQARIYAH.

OUTLETS! OUTLETS! OUTLETS!

PRETTY EXPENSIVE THINGSWithout Declaring Bankruptcy

DR’S QUICK GUIDE TO

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They always say leave the best for last,and boy is this the bestest of best. Charity sales are marvelous, especially charity sales in Saudi Arabia. You’re probably confused- let me explain. See, we like buying very expensive bags and clothing. Islam also encourages one to be giving and to give to the poor from one’s best, so we also like charity. The result being is that many people from time to time donate their designer bags, clothing and shoes to charity organizations so that the less unfortunate would benefit (and the spring cleaning done).

Charity organizations came up with the idea that selling these donated items would be of more use to the families than giving it away. This is the best place for a bargain, never doubt that for a minute. And the best thing about it? Whatever money you spend towards claiming your new item will be money given to help someone else. It’s the ultimate dream, shopping without guilt. And since most rich people like to change their bags with the change of the season, most of

YOU HAVE BEEN ENLIGHTENED. HOLD THESE SECRETS DEARLY TO YOUR

CHEST, AND PASS IT ON TO YOUR GRANDCHILDREN.

CHARITY SALES

the finds are almost new and sometimes, the tags aren’t even ripped off yet. Push aside your aversion for used items and trust me. This will be the best investment you ever made. The most regular of these charity sales is Bunyan’s Souk Ala’ataa (the market of giving), and its members do their utmost to ensure items are authentic. It’s also where you’ll find the aforementioned:

• HERMES DRESS FOR 350 SR.• A NEW LOUIS VUITTON PARTY DRESS FOR 500 SR.• MINT CONDITION J. RICHMOND HEELS FOR 150 SR.• JEWELED HEEL PRADAS FOR 200 SR.

Other notable organizations that have held these sales include Alnahdah Organization, WAMY, the Zahra Foundation for the Prevention of Breast Cancer, Insaan. Best Bargain Scored: Everything. All of it. But in particular, an original almost-new:

• OSCAR DE LA RENTA LEATHER HOBO FOR 350 SR (original price: 8,300 SR).

• MULBERRY CLUTCH FOR 100 SR.• VINTAGE GOLD BALLGOWN SKIRT FOR 100 SR.

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So you’re on your way to settling in the city; you’ve finalized an apartment and can’t wait to leave the hotel room for your new home, but there’s still the question of furniture and you’ll settle only for the best. To give you a head start on your search for perfection, Destination has drawn up a list of the best furniture stores in Riyadh.

FINDINGTHE

PERFECTFURNITURE

Dubbed as the luxury department store in Riyadh, Etre offers everything designer home collections, gold plated cutlery and extravagant décor. They have the finest items money could buy for your home.

Best described as a home fashion store, Aura combines style with function. Taking international design trends to create bespoke collections, the ranges are individual, inspirational and built around the concepts of Modern Classic, Edgy, Contemporary and Iconic.

ETRE

AURA

Location: Panorama Mall

Location: Panorama Mall

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A multi-line showroom, Gallery Design houses world-renowned international international brands that focuses on putting that contemporary flair with touches of modern luxury to your living spaces.

No nonsense contemporary designs, Home Center guarantees quality and convenience. With everything from furniture to cutlery, Home Center is indeed the center for all your household needs.

Whether you want to stick with traditional classic home style with a touch of Saudi culture or want to go sleek with contemporary pieces, this is your one stop shop. The showroom is worth a visit if you’re also looking to get some inspiration and if you’re looking for transitional style furniture.

GALLERY DESIGN

HOME CENTER

ROOMZ BY AL MUTLAQ

Location: Takhassussi St,near King Fahad Road

Location: Olaya St

Location: King Abdulaziz Road

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For dwellers wanting to capture the best of tasteful classic style in their homes, this is the place to go. Zamani has elegant designs that combine well with its penchant for artworks and refined living.

You don't have to do all the work yourself. Why not hire an interior designer and put your heads together to create the ultimate home? Here are a few places to start.

When it comes to unique and sophisticated designs with a solid understanding of Riyadh living functionality, Hashem has been able to build a portfolio of aesthetically sound architectural and interior design projects.

A consultancy firm based in Riyadh, Sima Malak takes on space planning and interior design with a passion-driven approach.

If you want variety at a reasonable price point, Q Home Décor has its largest outlet in the region right here in Riyadh. Their designs go from modern to eclectic making it convenient to satisfy your need for lavish furniture and housewares.

ZAMANIFURNITURE

HASHEM INTERIORS

SIMA MALAK + ALSSAMOURE DESIGN ASSOCIATES

INTERIOR DESIGNERS

Q

Location: Thalatheen Street

Location: Olaya Street

Mob: +966-546641143

Tel: +966-11-4412723

Midas Furniture offers everything from classic designs to sleek cuts. Go for a traditional style living room to entertain your guests but fill your study with pieces of futuristic designs to inspire you as you work.

MIDASFURNITURE

Location: King Abdullah Road


Azature, or king of black diamonds, unveiled the world’s most expensive nail polish last year. The nail polish was the answer to the designers question "why not showcase diamonds (267 carats of black diamonds to be specific) on nails?" The product’s release was met with strong reactions from the public, ranging from commandment to dismay. Luckily, a sensible retail version of the polish is available at 94 SR for a 15 ml bottle. If you’re interested you can grab yourself a bottle from Harvey Nichols Riyadh, which stocks the product seasonally.

l’Abeille de Guerlain, or the Bee of Guerlain, is the maison’s most exclusive perfume crafted in honor of its founder Pierre-François-Pascal Guerlain. Only 46 bottles exist, each one a carefully handmade Baccarat crystal-winged, diamond-faceted bottle which cradles the amber liquid in its ‘bee’ body. The bee is a nod to Guerlain’s heritage, as it was the emblem of France’s second empire during which the founder created perfumes for Empress Eugénie of France. Luckily, Riyadh’s very own Harvey Nichols is home to one of these rarities. It’s up for grabs for a little over 90,000 SR.

The phrase “saving up for a new phone” is taken to a whole new level when it comes to Vertu. The Nokia-owner British luxury mobile maker released its newest phone Constellation in October 2013. The reason for that sky-high price is almost entirely down to its design. Each phone is hand-built in Hampshire, England. The back of the phone is covered in real calf's leather and the case is made of polished grade five titanium, one of the lightest and strongest metals in the world. The new phone can be found in Vertu’s stores in Kingdom and Centria malls.

NAIL POLISH SR 930,000

MOBILEPHONE

SR 24,000

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KiddieBabies dressed in designer labels at the age of zero, toddlers driving around in Audi

pedal cars and children jet setting across the globe more than you’ve managed to travel in a lifetime. Some say it’s too much while others simply say it’s giving your child the finest life can offer. Regardless, Kiddie Upscale Living is real and Richie

Rich’s parents would have a field day with these luxury must haves.

BLING BLING PACIFIERS

Because being born with a silver spoon doesn’t quite cut it, a jeweler named Matt Case made a platinum pacifier worth 85,000 USD. If you’re looking for the next best thing, you can still order the 17,000 USD gold and diamond encrusted one online. These binkies are more like upscale keepsakes than real soothers for teething tots.

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CHIC MOMMY, CHIC BABY

Dior first came out with its pint-size collection (Baby Dior) for children in the 1960’s. In recent years, a lot of other fashion labels like Burberry, Lanvin, and Gucci have realized that kids wear is no child’s play and if style is a way of life, why not start as early as you can?

Riyadhi Tip: Fashion conscious mommies can score the latest high fashion threads for their little prince and princesses at Harvey Nichols. They currently have Little Marc Jacobs, Junior Gaultier, John Galliano, Miss Grant, Ralph Lauren Kids and Pale Cloud (Angelina Jolie’s kids are apparently strutting in its AW13 collection) to name a few.

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LUXURY TOYS

While fashion labels expand their reach towards baby items and kids wear, luxury car brands are going all out with kid size Ferraris and Audi Type Cs (10,000 USD - 20,000 USD) luring perhaps the affluent parents than the toddlers that would supposedly be driving them. There’s also the Playsam Saab ride on car sold at 500 USD, which would seem like a bargain if your kid actually knows what a Saab is.

For expecting parents, Aston Martin teamed up with the folks at Silver Cross and created a limited edition pram that’s basically one of the most expensive strollers in the market at 3,231 USD.

Riyadhi Fact: Skipping the whole kiddie toy cars, you’ll find bespoke luxury cars customized for certain privileged children in Riyadh. Mercedes-Benz equipped with a 32-inch TV and a DVD to play Barney as a gift to a newborn isn’t a myth.

THE SWEET SUITE LIFE

Five star hotels around the world are learning that the best way to woo their VIP guests is to pamper the VIPs’ kids too. Four Seasons Berlin offers a miniature Mercedes Benz that can be driven in their lobby up to miniature mahogany steps so that their young guests can check-in themselves at the reception.

Then there are the Barbie and Hot Wheels rooms at the Paris Hotel Plaza Athanee, where everything has been “child-resized.”

Riyadhi Tip: Four seasons has a family weekend package including child activities program. You can also try the Ritz Carlton Riyadh that has a kiddie buffet and play area.


Fashion Week Special

After all of the instagram photos, the gallery slideshows, and runway videos, we are not disappointed! The 2014 looks are minimalistic and elegant, with no fuss but plenty of modern silhouettes and cuts. And hair and makeup left an innovative but sophisticated impression. Check out some of the highlights of one of the best fashion weeks ever.

MARCHESAThe new line was for the modern romantic,

polished looks with great movement and white and gold embroidery.

NARCISO RODRIGUEZThe line is all about sharp clean lines, leather

embellishments and black, white and beige, all with an easy going but highly polished feel.

THE HIGHLIGHTS

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CALVIN KLEIN Modern and minimalist with mainly white and

gray. The dresses were loose, had plenty of attitude and are great for Spring.

WES GORDONLong dresses, loose sweaters and clashing

colors that don’t seem to clash. The details are luxurious but the looks are carefree.

THE ROWClean but complicated at the same time. Their looks are innovative and editorial but in some

ways completely wearable.

THEYSKIN’S THEORYThey reinvigorate the midi dress with color

blocking, half sleeves, and layers for a slightly grungy look.


RODARTEA front wave is created with a large barrel

curling iron, then deeply parted to the side and pinned back. The sections in the back from

both sides were pinned into a twist.

COSTELLO TAGLIAPIETRAThe model’s eyes were dusted with either soft citron green or violet shadow and the lips were

covered with a clear high-shine gloss.

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MICHAEL KORSThe rising star designer’s models sported tousled and romantic up dos with rumpled

tendrils framing their faces.

DKNYThe model's lips were rimmed with Maybelline lip liner in nude and filled in with Maybelline

Manadarin Rapture lipcolor.


WONDERFUL SETS

DIORThe crowd sat in a magical indoor garden that

matches their soft and elegant style.

CHANELTheir ready-to-wear line was shown from one

side against a backdrop of modern art.

LOUIS VUITTONThe show was set in a dark land with a large

clock, a black fountain, a carousal and escalators.

KENZOThe models stood behind a thin waterfall veil

and walked out one-by-one.


DiningAround Town

IN RIYADH

The city is home to a very active dining scene and a handful of the restaurants have fashioned themselves to be the “fine dining” experience for those willing to spend more

for a taste of the best cuisines in an elegant ambience. Destination Riyadh has come up with a short introduction to what we think are the restaurants you should consider

opening up your wallets for.

There’s no way you’ll get lost trying to find the The Globe. It has become a landmark for the city of Riyadh, it is the gold orb perched at the top of the Al Faisaliah Tower. Whether you come in for some afternoon high tea or for a formal sit down dinner, the table setting, their menu and atmosphere will leave you feeling like you are literally on top of the world.

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The atmosphere, romantic lighting and impeccable artistic plating matched with an international menu give Anthrium a spot in this list. It manages to pull off a relaxed fine dining ambience that is often hard to balance without falling off the wagon completely. The attention to aesthetic as well flavorful execution of their dishes is definitely worth the every halala.

THE ANTHRIUM |ABDULLAH AL HAMDAN STREET

Tel: +966-11-8028333

Azzuro offers an intimate ambience with an elegant take on classic Italian cuisine adding just enough modern flair to make it an interesting affair of rich flavors. The crystal table setting and shiny cutlery does justice to give a VIP experience that is relaxing but at the same time, true to the Ritz tradition of luxury.

AZZURO | THE RITZ CARLTON RIYADH

The Fine in Fine Dining

How would you categorize a fine dining restaurant from a simply posh one?Is it the crisp white linens and tablecloth? Waiters in Tuxedos? Or the number of forks on the table? What particular qualities does it need to have to set it apart from other restaurants?

Fine dining, as the name suggests, refers to the FINEST food, service and ambiance, along with the highest standards of quality and cleanliness. All these aspects determine the overall quality a diner must experience in fine dining.

As far as food goes, it should offer diners an experience they cannot find anywhere else. The menu should be creative, exquisite and original. Special attention to detail should be given to dishes; which use quality ingredients and are carefully and thoughtfully plated, pleasing both to the eye and palate.

Service: Diners expect exemplary service, which must be attentive but never invasive. Staff should be expertly trained, enthusiastic and professional. Starting from the host who meets guests in a friendly manner, to the waiters who crumb tables between courses and leading up to the speed of valet parking, no detail is ever too small.

Ambiance: environment and decor should match the restaurant's vision. Aesthetics such as staff uniform, lighting, china, glassware and silverware should be spotless, elegant, tasteful and exclusive.

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DiningAround Town

When planning a trip, we usually get overwhelmed with the amount of guidebooks and “places to see” lists. This is where the Michelin guide steps in, an annual guide published by the French company Michelin for the last hundred years.

It all started in 1900, the Michelin brothers André and Édouard, founders of the well-known tires company, decided that the best way to boost the demand for tires was to create free maps for French motorists to make traveling around and finding places to refuel an easy task – at the time, there were around only 3000 cars in France. Over the coming years, they started creating more guides to different countries from Tunisia to Portugal.

During World War I, the production of the guides had to be suspended. One day, one of the brothers saw a man using one of the guides to prop up a work bench, and so decided to charge for the guides, as he believed that people only value what they paid for. During World War II, the guides had to be suspended once again, but then the Allied Forces asked the company to produce guides for military use, as they were believed to be the best up-to-date maps available.

When the company realized the popularity of the restaurants section, they started hiring “inspectors” to review restaurants. The anonymity of these inspectors is very important to the company; they are even discouraged from revealing their jobs to their families! Based on the inspectors’ reviews, a restaurant may receive one to three Michelin stars. Gaining or losing a Michelin star can dramatically affect the restaurant’s success, and these stars have been called the “Oscars” of restaurants. The Michelin guide has also been awarding “Rising Star” to restaurants that could potentially gain stars in the future.

What’s better than a guide that has lived over a hundred years and survived two world wars to tell you where to go?

AND THE MICHELINSTAR GOES TO…

THE HISTORY:

By Lama Alem

Michelin Red Guides are mostly for restaurants or hotels, while Green

Guides include more tourist attractions and a variety of cultural destinations.


Three stars reward exceptional cuisine where diners eat extremely well, often superbly. Distinctive dishes are precisely executed, using superlative ingredients. Worth a special journey.

Two stars denote excellent cuisine, skillfully and carefully crafted dishes of outstanding quality. Worth a detour.

One star indicates a very good restaurant in its category, offering cuisine prepared to a consistently high standard. A good place to stop on your journey.

THE FRENCH CHEF JOËL ROBUCHON IS THE CHEF

WITH THE MOST MICHELIN STARS, 28 TO BE EXACT.

HE WAS ALSO TITLED THE “CHEF OF THE CENTURY”

IN 1989.

MICHELIN STAR RATINGS:

MICHELIN RECORDS:

TOKYO HAS A TOTAL OF 323 STARS GIVEN TO 281

RESTAURANTS, MAKING IT THE CITY WITH THE MOST

MICHELIN STARS.

88-YEAR-OLD JIRO ONO, A JAPANESE SUSHI CHEF, IS THE OLDEST MICHELIN

THREE STAR CHEF.


There seems to be an age-old struggle between two forces in people’s mind that is hindering many from achieving their full potential. This is the apparent contradiction between being ambitious versus being content. Both qualities are well respected and even encouraged to have, however when they are brought together in one person’s mind or heart, there seems to be a conflict.

More importantly, this dilemma has infected the ummah (society) with the disease of laziness; some say ”Alhamdulillah, I’m content with what I have, why should I be ambitious and strive for more?” I translate this into: “I can’t be bothered to do anything, I just want to live within my comfort zone.” As you can expect, this mind-set is dangerous for the ummah’s growth.

A MUSLIM'S CAREER:BEING CONTENT VS. AMBITIOUS

By Mohammed Faris, Abu Productive

Let us firstly explore both concepts from a linguistic point of view.

Ambition: Drive, determination, enterprise, initiative, eagerness, motivation, resolve, enthusiasm, zeal, hunger, commitment, a sense of purpose; aspiration, intention, goal, aim, objective, object, purpose, intent, plan, desire, wish, design, target, dream.

Contentment: Contentedness, content, satisfaction, gratification, fulfillment, happiness, pleasure, cheerfulness. ease, comfort, well being, peace, equanimity, serenity, tranquility.

As you can see, from a definition point of view, there isn’t much of a contradiction between the two concepts. The states of being “ambitious” and “content” seem to serve different aspects of our drive to be the best – one is driving us (ambition), the other is making us enjoy the ride (contentment)!

WHERE DOES THE CONTRADICTION LIE? The contradiction lies in our misunderstanding that being content means not wanting to achieve more, and that being ambitious to achieve more is a sign that you’re not content. This is definitely not the case.

SO HOW CAN WE RESOLVE THIS IDEA? Let us look into the Quran and Seerah of Prophet Muhammad (Peace and blessings be upon him) to answer this dilemma: Regarding ambition, Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) says in the Quran what means:“And those who pray, “Our Lord! Grant unto us wives and offspring who will be the comfort of our eyes, and give us (the grace) to lead the righteous.” [Surat 25 Al-Furqan, Verse 74]

And our Prophet (Peace and blessings be upon him) said: “The distance between every two levels of Paradise is like the distance between the sky and the Earth, so if you ask Allah for anything, ask Him for the Firdaus, for it is the last part of Paradise and the highest part of Paradise, and at its top there is the Throne

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of Beneficent, and from it gush forth the rivers of Paradise.” [Bukhari, Book #93, Hadith #519]

Furthermore, in numerous places throughout the Quran, we are told that to achieve Jannah we have to:1) Have imaan2) Do righteous works

We can now understand that we should be ambitious; however this ambition is to serve the person’s ultimate goal and that is to gain Allah’s pleasure and entering the highest part of Jannah (Paradise).

Regarding contentment, Allah says in the Qur’an what means: “Nor strain thine eyes in longing for the things We have given for enjoyment to parties of them, the splendor of the life of this world, through which We test them: but the provision of thy Lord is better and more enduring.” [Surat 20 Taha, Verse 131]

The Prophet (Peace be upon him) said what means: “Riches does not mean, having a great amount of property, but riches is self-contentment.” (Sahih Bukhari, Book #76, Hadith #453)

The above clearly demonstrates that contentment should be related to the dunya (life) matters and can be reconciled with being ambitious in this life.

The following hadith narrated from Abu Hurayrah (May Allah be pleased with him) expresses this balance between ambition and contentment succinctly:

“People say that I have narrated many Hadiths (the Prophet’s narrations). Had it not been for two verses in the Qur’an, I would not have narrated a single Hadith, and the verses are: “Verily those who conceal the clear sign and the guidance which We have sent down.. (up to) Most Merciful.” (2:159-160). And no doubt our Muhajir (emigrant) brothers used to be busy in the market with their business (bargains) and our Ansari brothers used to be busy with their property (agriculture). But I (Abu Huraira) used to stick to Allah’s Apostle, content with what will fill my stomach and I used to attend that which they used not to attend and I used to memorize that which they used not to memorize.” (Book #3, Hadith #118)

This example of Abu Huraira (may Allah be pleased with him) shows that he was ambitious enough to memorize the ahadith (sayings) of the Prophet (Peace and blessings be upon him), yet he was also content with his restricted provision in this world.

So in summary, to resolve the dilemma is as follows:Be content with your provision in this dunya (life). But be ambitious about your akhirah (after-life) and never be complacent about your good deeds done for Allah. Aim to achieve more in order to please Allah, in your own practice of Islam and in your service to the ummah (society)– strive for more sincerity, quality and quantity.

“DON’T BE AFRAID TO BE AMBITIOUS FOR

OUR UMMAH IN THIS DUNYA,

AND FOR YOURSELF IN THE AKHIRAH.”


Around the Middle East The 10 Best Luxury Resorts By Zareen Muzaffar

1. EMIRATES PALACE, ABU DHABI: Whether it’s for business or for leisure, Emirates Palace is such a beautiful sight. Many international events, conferences and exhibitions take place in this breathtaking resort. With the opulent decor, a range of suites and relaxing spas, Emirates Palace is the perfect place to be for a well deserved getaway.

3. SHANGRI-LA BAR AL JISSA RESORT, MUSCAT: Muscat, Oman’s capital is just 15 minutes away from this resort. Beautiful deep blue water of the sea of Oman will not let you wander anywhere. Three hotels await you within this resort, all offering their own exceptional services. You can relax at any one of the hotels overlooking the marvelous view.

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2. BURJ AL ARAB, DUBAI: Who isn’t familiar

with the famous Burj tower. You can enjoy the

view up close and personal by staying at the Burj Al

Arab. A symbol of power, modernity and beauty, this palatial resort is repeatedly

voted as the worlds most luxurious hotel.

If you have limited amount of time before office or school starts and you want to get away from the hectic pace of life, consider some of the beautiful resorts that are not too far away. Make use of the proximity and indulge in the beauty, luxury and

decadence these popular resorts have to offer.

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4. QASR AL SHARQ, WALDORF ASTORIA, JEDDAH: Situated in Jeddah, this beautiful destination offers nothing but the best. With the ladies only spa by Clarins, visitors can relax and enjoy the great services. Treat your taste buds to the exquisite menu offered at Aromi and Mataam Al Sharq. Indulge in the opulent style at Qasr Al Sharq and retreat into private bliss.


8. THE CHEDI MUSCAT, OMAN: The Chedi is the perfect place to be if you want to experience Oman’s uniqueness and beauty. Surrounded by souqs, the desert, dunes and forts, Chedi allows visitors to enjoy leisurely activities, arts and culture, sightseeing and with the newly opened Royal Opera House in Muscat, your trip is guaranteed to be memorable.

5. AL AREEN PALACE AND SPA, BAHRAIN:

The resort is only 35 minutes from Bahrain International Airport and five minutes away

from the world-famous Bahrain International Circuit. Al Areen Palace and Spa is the only

all-villa private pool resort in the Arabian Gulf and one of the Middle East's most

luxurious hideaways.

6. BAB AL SHAMS DESERT RESORT & SPA, DUBAI: Nestled in the dunes of Dubai, this private resort will take you away from the commotion of city life. Children can enjoy the unique activities lined up for them such as Aladdin’s kids club and Fun for Children.

7. SIX SENSES ZIGHY BAY, OMAN: Do you want the best of both worlds? Look no further because Zighy Bay is the “rugged beauty” of Oman that allows you to experience the culture of Oman and the buzz of UAE. These include a range of traditional and modern attractions from both countries.


9. KEMPINSKI HOTEL ISHTAR DEAD SEA, JORDAN: This hotel is located perfectly for the adventurers who want to experience the history and learn more about Jordan. Less than three hours away from the hotel is Petra, considered to be Jordan’s most valuable treasure and greatest tourist attraction. There’s a lot more: the Ancient City of Jerash, The Wadi Mujib Gorge, Mount Nebo and Wadi Rum. A wealth of information and knowledge awaits visitors!

10. MÖVENPICK HOTEL & RESORT AL BIDA’A,

KUWAIT: Movenpick Resort is located close to Kuwait

Airport and Kuwait’s largest shopping malls. Surrounded

by 200 meters of white sandy beachfront, this resort features

some of the best things to do like visiting the Aqua Park,

National Museum, Museum of Islamic Art, Scientific Centre

and Liberation Tower. Go ahead and experience the range of

activities in the heart of Kuwait.


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GLAMPINGThe Luxurious OutdoorsInhaling the refreshing piney scent, feeling the soft mud under our shoes and biting into sweet s’mores, then dealing with strange slimy bugs, humidity, heat and cooking over an open fire… sounds nice at first but perhaps a little too stressful for us full-time urban-dwellers. As modern times progress and less people are used to less than comfortable living conditions, a niche has opened up around the globe for nature lovers who aren’t quite used to nature. Glamping (glamorous camping) is the latest way to enjoy the great outdoors in a cozier way. Check out some of the different and unique ways glamping can be an amazing experience.

1. SAFARI TENTSFor a romantic, out of Africa type atmosphere, check out the safari tents. They are much more spacious than other

accommodations and luxuriously furnished with proper beds and flooring.

1The Top Glamping Sites• Glamping.com• Canopyandstars.co.uk• Glampinghub.com• Uniquesleeps.com• Featherdown.co.uk

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5. CARAVANSThe caravan is stationary and is luxuriously furnished with a

kitchen and bathroom. They can also look like anything from a regular VW van to a wooden gypsy-style caravan cart.

3. TREE HOUSESYes, tree houses. What could be cooler than being up there with your friends or family, Swiss Family Robinson style enjoying

the view, with electricity and running water of course.

2. PODS AND CUBESThese futuristic structures take glamping even further and

almost eradicate the rustic feel associated with camping. Some are equipped with wood burning stoves or are coolly built

for stargazing.

4. TIPIS AND YURTSWith a small carbon footprint, tough durable fabric, a central

wooden fire, these are great alternatives to the basic tent. They’re more spacious, safer against the elements and they're

well heated.

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SO FOR THIS MONTH I WANT TO SHARE MY PROFESSIONAL OPINION ON THE FOLLOWING: 1-How to lose weight successfully through nutrition, NOT DIET!2-How to eat for performance and maintenance.3-How to eat to gain muscle.

By Jill Calvert

WAIT, THIS IS ALL ABOUT YOUR WEIGHT!

HOW TO LOSE WEIGHT?

Formula- Expend more calories than you consume. Simple? Not so much. Too often I see clients on a severely low calorie diet of as little as 500 calories and are working out two hours a day on the treadmill, (#sigh). WRONG WRONG WRONG! You need to eat the right food and do proper, not excessive exercise.

TIPS

• Track calories, energy over two weeks before changing, then adjust with small changes.• Don’t skip breakfast as this may help with overall reduction in daily calories.• I’ve had clients who were snackers and never consume a proper meal. I often try to set that they eat three meals and two snacks.• Exercise the minimum amount initially. I strongly suggest resistance and metabolic training. Short and intense bursts.• Eat more healthy fats and reduce the amount of sugar they consume. Opt for starchy vegetables over grains and keep fruit for after workouts only.

WHAT DO I EAT?That is a million-dollar question and one that never has the same answer. Before we start I must state that there is a lot of information, research and diets out there today. Yet our population is still getting larger and nutrition based diseases such as diabetes and obesity are rife!

WHY? Well In my opinion a diet is not a long-term choice that you want to be in forever. When a person follows a so called diet they will normally outlive it, then return to their old ways and regain and possibly gain more fat than they started with. It is a slippery slope and a dangerous one as well! But that’s another story.

Dear Destination Readers,As a fitness professional the number one question I get asked by all is…



TIPS

• Daily tracking of intake and how your energy was during your training. If you are not gaining muscle and improving then make small adjustments, increase calories and look at your strength-training program.• Consume more whole foods in the form of starchy vegetables such as sweet potato, parsnips and rice after training. I tend not to encourage weight gain powders, however I do think that a protein supplement can aid recovery and performance.• Eat calorie dense foods such as nuts, meats and starchy vegetables as they are higher in calories than lettuce, for example. A lot of salad yes will fill you but will not add quality calories to your daily intake.• Train SMART! Resistance training minimum three times a week, working out the whole body with challenging weights to stimulate muscle growth. Adequate recovery and adequate cardiovascular work. Even though you want to gain weight don’t shy away from cardio, just don’t do it everyday. Try two to three times a week for 30 minutes. Opt for HIT training!

HOW TO EAT FOR PERFORMANCE AND MAINTENANCE?

Formula- Eat adequate calories to support daily functions and training.SO now that you have reached your goal weight and you are very happy with your shape, you want to maintain this. Again this can just be hard especially if you have been a yoyo dieter!

TIPS

• Monthly checks of body fat.• Daily tracking of intake and how your energy was during your training. This is a great tool and one that I do personally. If my energy is low on the same day each week I can go back to my schedule and see why. Maybe my training has been too much in the run up. So I either reduce training or supplement with more food to support and trail this. Bear in mind it is about trial and error. What works for one may not work for another!

HOW TO EAT TO GAIN MUSCLE?

A situation that I’m sure everyone reading wants to be in! Well believe it or not, to successfully gain quality weight is EXTREMELY hard.Formulas for quality weight gain- consume more calories than required and TRAIN SMART.


SO you have heard me say track your intake. There is an application that I recommend called MYFITNESS

PAL. There you can input all food and exercise for the days. It breaks down

your intake in how much carbohydrate fat and protein you consume and you can

also input your exercise. Also you can share it with your friends and Personal

Trainer for added support.

Stay Healthy,

Jill

WHEN I MEET A CLIENT WHO WANTS TO LOSE WEIGHT THIS IS WHAT I HAVE THEM DO:

For one week track and monitor what they normally eat, track the times and how they felt before and after and also how they feel when they are working out. From there I can gauge how many calories they are consuming and where they are getting them. It is also interesting for them to see either how much or little they are eating. Then I will ask them if their weight has stayed the same for a few weeks. If it has then this is my benchmark of how many calories their body is using to maintain their weight.

Their aim is to lose fat. So I initially suggest small changes and reduce calories very little and train SMART. The reason why I aim to make small manageable changes is if you suddenly reduce calories to 500 and exercise seven days a week two hours a day, yes, you will lose a lot of weight, but at some stage it will stall. Why? Because your body got used to it. SO where do you go from there? You have not reached your ideal fat percentage and your muscle mass has dropped. What do you do? You can’t really exercise more or eat less… So in my opinion slow steady steps are key.



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Panorama MallTakhassusi St.Tel: +966-11-2814950www.panorama-mall.com Supermarket: DanubeShops: Cacao Sampaka, Cafe Pascucci, Coach, Curves Gym, Etre, Glamour Shots, Global Store, Home Sweet Home, iZone, McDonald’s, Papparoti, Sephora, Tommy Hilfiger, Tous, Trader Vics, Uterque,



ChilisTahliah St. Tel: +966-11-2934849Grilled Bell Pepper Takhassusi St.Tel: +966-11-2814747Johnny RocketsTahliah St. Tel: +966-11-2016667Outback SteakhouseLocalizer Mall Tel: +966-11-2174633Steak House Al Thalateen St. Tel: +966-11-4649638 The Pancake HouseKing Fahd Road Tel: +966-11-2016816Tony RomasHayat Mall Tel: +966-11-4649178

Al BustanSheraton Riyadh, King Abdullah Road Tel: +966-11-4543300Al DanaHoliday Inn HotelTel: +966-11-4612000Al Diwan Al Sahara HotelTel: +966-11-2204500Al OrjouanMakkah Road, inside The RitzTel: +966-11-8028020CentroTahlia St. Tel: +966-11-4658488Cafe CeramiqueSahara MallTel: +966-11-4520677 CocosTahlia St. Tel: +966-11-2939444CristalAl Faisaliah Hotel Tel: +966-11-2732222Elements Four Seasons HotelTel: +966-11-2115500HediardTahlia St.Tel: +966-11-2173933La BrasserieAl Faisaliah Tower Tel: +966-11-2732222

AMERICAN

COFFEE & TEA SHOPS

INTERNATIONAL

RESTAURA

NTS D

IRECTORY

Areej Art CafeCentria MallTel: +966-11-4162990BateelAcross Localizer MallTel: +966-11-2936240Cafe BlancPrince Mohamad Bin Abdulaziz St. Tel: +966-11-4633426Cafe PascucciTahlliaTel: +966-11-4620555 Colony CoffeeSultan Bin Salman St. Tel: +966-597452311Diwan Cafe Olaya St. 966-11-4833595Java CafeOld Airport Road Tel: +966-11-4773582Maui WowiTahlia St. Tel: +966-11-4616363PapparotiTahlia St.Tel: +966-11-2936452

Pardon Cafe Olaya St. Tel: +966-11-4 160933Richony Makkah RoadTel: +966-11-8801062Shangai CafeOlaya St. Tel: +966-11-2934734Tea Lounge Four Seasons HotelTel: +966-11-2115000The Diamond CafeLocalizer Mall Tel: +966-11-2170125Tutti CafeTahlia St. Tel: +966-11-2160666Versai Cafe Exit 4Tel: +966-11-4703853YmmY Riyadh Gallery Mob: +966-553333998

Al Hallab Tel: +966-11-4725559

Anoosh Takhassusi St.Tel: +966-11-4609588Al RabwaTel: +966-11-4971649Al HamraTel: +966-11-2784297Al Bade’ahTel: +996-11-2679689Khurais RoadTel: +996-11-2080833

Ben’s CookiesExit 7Tel: +966-11-2084862Cookies N’ CreamFaisalyah MallCrepawayBustan Center,Takhassusi St.Tel: +966-11-2010505 Diplomat

Orouba St.Tel: +966-11-4652411Dixie CreamTahlia St. Tel: +966-11-4661192Edible ArrangementsPrince Sultan St.Tel: +966-11-4643131French CornerDabab St.Tel: +966-11-4645322Golden Brown BakeryPrince Sultan bin Abdul Aziz St.Tel: +966-569337314KabbaniTakhassusi St. Tel: +966-11-4816892Kitsch CupcakesTahlia St. Tel: +966-11-4633838Krispy Kreme Tahlia St.Tel: +966-11-4610409LadureeCentria MallTel: +966-11-2885075Le Croissant ShopSulaimania, Al-Ameer Mamdouh St.Tel: +966-11-4655328MayaTahlia St. Tel: +966-11-2113311Munch BakeryAbdullah Al Hamdan St.Tel: +920015010Pane PiattoAl Thalateen StTel: +966-11-4168882Salehia DatesKing Fahad RoadTel: +(800) 430-8888Sugar DreaminKhurais Road.Tel: +966-553383749Sugar SprinklesTakhassusi St.Tel: +966-11-2290505Talah For DatesOruba St.

SWEETS/DESSERTS& BAKERIES

Tel: +966-11-2173303TmreyaPrince Sultan St.Tel: +920000652Torta & moreAl Hassan Ben Ali St.Tel: +966-11-2080003Wooden BakeryIntersection of Saleh El Din Al Ayoubi St. Tel: +966-11-4725559Yummy Tummy Takhassusi St.Tel: +966-11-4538720


RESTAURA

NTS D

IRECTORY

Lobby LoungeFour Seasons HotelTel: +966-11-2115591Living ColorsFaisaliyah TowerTel: +966-11-2734410MirageTakhassusi St.Tel: +966-11-4834127Oasis GrillHilton Garden Inn Riyadh Tel: +966-11-2935533PanoramicMakarem Riyadh HotelTel: +966-11-2204500Pavillion Intercontinental HotelTel: +966-11-4655000Russian CornerOlaya, Abdullah Al Hamdan St.Tel: +966-11-4658387Senses-Luthan-Tel: +966-11-4807799Sizzler HouseTahlia St.Tel: +966-11-4661133SpazioKingdom Tower-77th Floor Tel:+966-11-2111180 The GlobeAl Faisaliah TowerTel:+966-11-2732222The LoungeSheraton Riyadh, King Abdullah RoadTel:+966-11-4543300The WindroseAl Faisaliah Hotel Tel:+966-11-2732222Trader VicsPanorama MallTel:+966-11-2814782WaterlemonTahlia St.Tel:+966-11-2194444

Al Forno King Abdullah RoadMob: +966-558442255AmoreTahlia St., Olaya IntersectionTel: +966-11-4653082AnthuriumAbdulla Alhamdan St.Tel: +966-11-4661473AzzurroThe Ritz Carlton HotelTel: +966-11-8028020Cento Per CentoOlaya Road, Behind JarirTel: +966-11-4644159Da PinoAl Khozama CenterTel: +966-11-2732222L’OlivioTahlia St.Tel: +966-11-4634240Il GabbianoOlaya Dist.Tel: +966-11-4616066La CampagnaTahlia St.

Tel: +966-11-4624339L CastaAl Rahmaniya Dist.Tel: +966-11-4198016La CucinaAl Faisaliah HotelTel: +966-11-2732222La Piazza Sheraton Riyadh, King Abdullah Road Tel: +966-11-4543300Liolimpo Al Dabab St.Tel: +966-11-4166222MBCoAbdullah bin Sulaiman Al Hamdan St.Tel: +966-11-2936506NinoTahlia St.Tel: +966-11-2016662PiattoExit 5, Northern Ring Road Tel: +966-11-2006868Pizzeria NapoliPrince Mohammed ITALIAN

bin Abdulaziz St.Tel: +966-11-2172288Pizza Era King Fahad RoadTel: +966-11-4542233Pizza InnDabbab St., Opposite Medical CityTel: +920001601Pizza RomaAbdullah Al Hamdan St.Tel: +966-11-4629032Pizza StockholmKing Abdullah RoadTel: +966-11-2811888QuattroFour Seasons HotelTel: +966-11-2115599RomaMussa Bin Nusair St.Tel: +966-11-4641133Roma WayAl Rabwah, Othaim Mall Tel: +920000129RossoFour Seasons HotelTel: +966-11-2115500 RossopomodoroTahlia St.Tel: +966-11-2939565Santino’s Hayat MallTel: +966-11-2057497SquisitoKing Fahad Road, Across ovotel Tel: +966-11-2160111SPAZIO 7777th floor in kingdom tower-Riyadh Tel: +966-11-2111888Tel: +966-11-2111181 The Pizza CompanyOlaya St. Tel: +966-11-4642952 Vecchia RomaAl Sulamaniyyah Z PizzaKing Abdullah RoadTel: +966-11-4881199



ARMENIAN

FRENCH

MIDDLE-EASTERN

JAPANESE:

KOREAN:

INDIAN:

MEXICAN

ORIENTAL

CHINESE:

Korean PalaceTakhasoussi St.Tel: +966-11-4198878

Al MayassOasis Complex, Orouba RoadMob: +966-503753333Lusin RestaurantCenteria Mall.Tel: +966-11-2939800

AladdinKingdom CenterTel: +966-11-2112150Crown GardenSuliamaniyahTel: +966-11-4616334AvadhTahlia St.Tel: +966-11-4654109Copper ChandniTahlia St.Tel: +966-11-4167000DarbarOlaya St.Tel: +966-11-2930249Indian GardenRiyadh GalleryTel: +966-11-2161112Indian StyleSheikh AbdullahAlAngary St.Tel: +966-11-4561138Indian SummerSuliamaniyahTel: +966-11-4652328Red OnionOlaya St. Tel: +966-11-2176644TamarindPrince Faisal Bin Turki St.Tel: +966-11-4738770Tandoor Al Ahsa StTel: +966-11-4734531TulaitelahAl Wazarat Dist.Tel: +966-11-4082968

CantonOlaya St. Tel: +966-11-4520584Chinese Golden PalaceOlaya Dist.Tel: +966-11-4655127Golden Dragon

FurusatoTahlia St.Tel: +966-11-4657648SamuraiFaisaliah Mall and Kingdom Mall Tel: +966-11-2734386ShogunRadisson Blu HotelTel: +966-11-4791234Sushi YoshiAl Dabab St.Tel: +966-11-8120055TokyoAl Ouruba St.Tel: +966-11-4605672Hayat Prince Mansoor bin AbdulAziz St.Tel: +966-11-4042655Khan’sAbdullah bin Sulaiman Al Hamdan St.Tel: +966-11-2937880

La SaniKing Fahad RoadTel: +966-11-4655666MarhabaOlaya St.Tel: +966-11-4622070

Apetit KitchenTahlia St. Tel: +966-11-465649 1

Buffalo’sTahlia St.Tel: +966-11-2792123El Chico’sExit 5Tel: +966-11-4640385Fajita AvenueAl Hamra Tel: +966-11-4644999Tako HutFaisaliyyah MallTel: 920000129

Abdul WahabTahlia St.Tel: +966-11-2934111Al Haj DawoodImam Saud St.Tel: +966-11-4943691Al MansafAl SulamaniyyaTel: +966-11-4630345Al NakheelAl Khozama Center Tel: +966-11-4654650Al NaseemMarriott HotelTel: +966-11-4779300Cafe BlancPrince Mohamad Bin Abdulaziz St.Tel: +966-11-4633426EatzahAl Ghaz St.Mob: +966-531224433Fairouz GardenKing Fahad St.Tel: +966-11-2167171Gad Takhassusi St.Tel: +966-11-4641212Garden BarbecueHotel Al KhozamaTel: +966-11-2732222GhouziAl Rawdah, Khuraish St.Tel: +966-11-4934162Karam BeirutTahlia St.Tel: +966-11-4161717Koshary ExpressJarir St.Tel: +966-11-4728881Lebanese CornerOlaya (Talateen St.)

Mama NouraDabab St.Tel: +966-11-4622195Mareez King Abdullah St.Tel: +966-11-4508877Shawermama Abdullah Bin Rawaha StTel: +966-11-2936644Shawerma HousePrince Mamdouh St.Tel: +966-11-2191999Sit AlShamPrince Sultan St.Tel: +920000399Yamal Al ShamOlaya St.Tel: +966-11-4613292


Olaya Dist.Tel: +966-11-4645136Gulf RoyalOlaya St. Tel: +966-11-4631622Mirage RestaurantTakhasoussi St.Tel: +966-11-4834127 Noodle HouseCentria Mall, Olaya St.Tel: +966-11-2939969PekingSuliamaniyahTel: +966-11-4765250SeasonsMadina St., Exit 28TaalOlaya Dist.Tel: +966-11-2734383Yummy WokTakhasoussi St.Tel: +966-11-4889166


BRAZILIAN

TURKISH

SAUDI

FAST FOODAl Tazaj King Abdullah RoadTel: +966-11-2254769Baby BurgerImam Road Tel: +966-11-4941129Breakfast to Breakfast Tahliah St.

Anatolia Turkish GrillGranada Mall.Tel: +966-11-2535527Assaraya Thalateen St.Tel: +966-11-4649336CaravanTakhassusi St.Tel: +966-11-4658856KöşebaşıTahlia St.Tel: +966-11-2886418

Al Sudda Oruba St. Tel: +966-11-4800111Shawaya House Khalid Bin Al Waleed St.Mob: +966-557819214Sheikh Al Mandy Dabab St.Tel: +966-11-4644099

IL TerrazzoAl Faisaliah Hotel Tel: +966-11-2732222

Tel: +966-11-2178233Buffalo’sTahliah St.Tel: +966-11-2792123BurgerizzrKing Fahad RoadTel: +966-11-4874477Burger HutAl Munisiyah, Al Thumamah RoadMob: +966-545356463Burger KingAl Ahsaa RoadTel: +966-11-4732506 Elevation BurgerTahliah St.Tel: +966-11-2885859

FatburgerBustan Center, Takhassusi St.Tel: +966-11-2154176 Golden SajTakhasoussi St.Tel: +966-11-4807441Hardee’s Takhasoussi St.Tel: +966-11-2929900HerfyTakhasoussi St.Tel: +966-11-4816826Hotdog ExpressAl Ahsaa St.Tel: +966-11-2912565Hungry Burger


Cafe LenotreCentria Mall.Tel: +966-11-2791108L’ecluseTahlia St. Tel: +966-11-4657648Le Relais de l’EntrecoteAlmas Plaza. Tel: +966-11-4615058

Tel: +966-11-5485999Jan BurgerKing Abdul Aziz St.Tel: +920006765Jollibee2nd Floor, Alrajhi Building Tel: +966-11-4057420Johnny RocketsTahliah St.Tel: +966-11-2016667KFCTakhasoussi St.Tel: +920021111KuduAl Muhamadiyyah Dist.Tel: +920006999Little CaesarsAl Ahsa St.Tel: +966-11-4765112Mama NouraDabab St., SuleimaniaTel: +966-11-4628144ManooshaLocalizer MallTel: +966-11-2190491McDonald’sAl Ahsaa RoadTel: +920000001My BurgerImam Mohamed bn Saud Road-Exit 9Tel: +966-11-4503324My WayUruba St. Tel: +966-11-4643824PaniniPrince Turki Al’awl RoadTel: +966-11-4809909Panino’sOlaya St.Tel: +966-11-2734388


Baskin Robbins

Takhassusi St.

Tel: +966-11-4801138

Fresh Berry

Garnada Mall

Sheraz Abdullah Bin Sulaiman Bin Hamdan St.Tel: +966-11-4655886

ICE CREAM

IRANIAN

Pizza FusionThalateen St.Tel: +966-11-4633329

Alpina ChocolateKing Fahad RoadTel: +966-11-2013452Cannelle

FUSION

CHOCOLATES

Prince Sultan St.Tel: +966-11-4664491Chocolate Dream - Candy Bouquet Olaya St. Tel: +966-11-4197237Chocolate StudioOlaya St. Tel: +966-11-4657476ChocolineOlaya Main RoadTel: +966-11-4641172Ganache Faisaliyyah MallTel: +966-11-2734337KalimatThalateen St.Tel: +966-11-2885511La Bouchee Prince Sultan St.Tel: +966-11-2190099LateenTel: +920011999Le Notre Boutique Prince Sultan St.Tel: +966-11-4651465La Reine ChocolateUbadah bin Samit St. Tel: +966-11-2272000PatchiTakhassusi St.Tel: +966-11-4834464SoThalateen St.Tel: +966-11-4629229Synphytun ChocolateTel: +966-11-2931813


PenguinTakhasoussi St.Tel: +966-11-4829843Quiznos SubKing Saud UniversityTel: +966-11-4824741Saj Al BaladJaber St., King saud Universty Shuneez Tahliah St.Tel: +966-11-4648989Texas ChickenTurki bin Abdulaziz RoadTel: +966-11-2545454The Sandwich CompanyKing Abdullah RoadMob: +966-558442255Amo HamzaOlaya St.Tel: +966-11-2316148Dr. OceanTakhasoussi St.Tel: +966-11-4708647DoeKing Abdullah St.Tel: +966-11-4887080 Fountain FishAl Malaz Dist.Tel: +966-11-2158888London Fish & ChipsTel: +966-11-2102480Jasmin White PalaceWhite Palace HotelTel: +966-11-4787800

Tel: +966-11-2535587

Fresh & Tangy

Hayat Mall

Mob: +966-559333344

Pink Berry

Garnada Mall

Tel: +966-11-2534783

Delivery

Outdoor Seating

Play AreaShishaSea View

Wi-Fi

NOTES


AIRLINES

TRAVEL DIRECTO

RY

Air Arabia

Tel: 920013322

www.airarabia.com

Air Canada

Tel: +966-11-4772228

http://www.aircanada.ca/

Air France

Tel: +966-11-2885218

http://www.airfrance.com/

Air India

Tel: +966-11-4786409

http://www.airindia.com/

Air Nigeria

Tel: +966-11-4626165

www.myairnigeria.com

American Airlines–AA

Tel: +966-11-4625993

www.aa.com

Biman Bangladesh Airlines

Tel: +966-11-4623537

www.biman-airlines.com

British Airways

Tel: +966-11-4645550

www.britishairways.com

Cyprus Airways

Tel: +966-11-4640391

www.cyprusair.com

Delta Airlines

Tel: +966-11-4613688

www.delta.com

Egypt Air

Tel: +966-11-4784004

www.egyptair.com

Emirates Airlines

Tel: +966-11-4655485

www.emirates.com

Ethiopian Airlines

Tel: +966-11-4782140

www.flyethiopian.com

Etihad Airways

Tel: +966-11-4197722

www.etihadairways.com

Garuda Indonesia

Tel: +966-11-2937690

www.garuda-indonesia.com

Germanwings Airlines

Tel: +966-11-4632004

www.germanwings.com

Gulf Air

Tel: +966-11-4626666

www.gulfair.com

Japan Airlines–JAL

Tel: +966-11-4645056

www.jal.com

Kenya Airways

Tel: +966-11-4772228

www.kenya-airways.com

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines

Tel: +966-11-4771026

www.klm.com

Korean Air

Tel: +966-11-4658222

www.koreanair.com

Kuwait Airways

Tel: +966-11-4631218

www.kuwait-airways.com

Lufthansa

Tel: +966-11-2202686

www.lufthansa.com

Malaysia Airlines

Tel: +966-11-4784039

www.malaysiaairlines.com

Middle East Airlines – MEA

Tel: +966-11-4614670

www.mea.com.lb

Nas Air

Tel: +966-11-2171800

www.flynas.com

Olympic Air

Tel: +966-11-4644596

www.olympicair.com

Oman Air

Tel: +966-11-4733133

www.omanair.com

Pakistan International Airlines

Tel: +966-11-4659600

www.piac.com.pkPhilippine Airlines

Tel: +966-11-2160530

www.philippineairlines.com

Qantas Airways

Tel: +966-11-4772228

www.qantas.com.au

Qatar Airways

Tel: +966-11-21180424

www.qatarairways.com

Royal Air Morocco

Tel: +966-11-47741100

http://www.royalairmaroc.

com/

Royal Jordanian Airlines

Tel: +966-11-2180850

www.rj.com

Saudi Arabian Airlines

Tel: +920022222

www.saudiairlines.com

Singapore Airlines

Tel: +966-11-4734102

www.singaporeair.com

South African Airways – SAA

Tel: +966-11-4633133

www.flysaa.com

SriLankan Airlines



www.srilankan.lkSudan AirwaysTel: +966-11-4720040www.sudanair.comSwiss AirTel: +966-11-4789745www.swissair.comTAM Brazilian AirlinesTel: +966-11-4633133www.tam.com.brTAROM Romanian AirlinesTel: +966-11-8787272www.tarom.roThai AirwaysTel: +966-11-4766766www.thaiairways.comTunis AirTel: +966-11-4626165www.tunisair.comTurkish AirlinesTel: +966-11-4000287www.turkishairlines.comUnited AirlinesTel: +966-11-4772228www.united.comYemenia AirwaysTel: +966-11-4039282www.yemenia.com

TRAVEL AGENCIESABC Travel Agency & Cargo

Tel: +966-11-4631600

Ace Travel

Tel: +966-11-4648701

www.ace-travel.com

Al Abbad Travel Agency

Tel: +966-11-4778736

Al Ahmadiah Travel

Tel: +966-11-4656668

Al Ajmi Travel Services

Al Mouwasat Travel

Tel: +966-11-4160580

Al Naiem Travel & Tourism

Tel: +966-11-4655698

Al Rajhi Travel

Tel: +966-11-4566900

Al Sarh Travel & Tourism

Tel: +966-11-4941111

http://www.alsarh.com.sa

Al Sager Travel Agency

Tel: +966-11-4827979

Al Sarah Travel

Tel: +966-11-4647480

Al Sarh Travel Agency

Tel: +966-11-4627000

Al Tashelat Travels

Tel: +966-11-4034477

Al Tayyar Travel Group

Tel: +966-11-4633133

www.altayyargroup.com

Al Rasheed Awnings Factory

Tel: +966-11-4059031

Al Romaizan Travel Agency

Tel: +966-11-4652100

www.romaizan.com

Amjad Travel & Tourism

Tel: +966-11-41161737

www.amjadtravel.com

Fursan Travel

Tel: +920000442

www.fursan.com.sa

Haya Tour

Alnozha District

Tel: +966-11-4055900

Al Ehsan Travel & Tourism

Tel: +966-11-4537049

Al Fursan Travel & Tourisam

Tel: +966-11-4612020

Tel: +966-11-4507176

Kingdom Wings Travel Agency

Tel: +966-11-4625544

My Holiday Travel & Tourism

Tel: +920010087

www.myholiday.com.sa

Rixon Tour Network

Tel: +920029993

http://www.myrtn.com

Travel Port

Tel: +966-11-4163810

www.travelport.com/middle-east

Zahid Travel Group

Tel: +966-11-4602829

www.zahidtravel.com

The Orientalist House

Tel: +966-11-4634228

Top Travel

Tel: +966-11-4641969

Tunisen Antique House

Tel: +966-11-4825247

Village Gallery

Tel: +966-11-4631089

Wonder Castle Corporation

Tel: +966-11-2790482

Zahran Air Travel & Cargo Co.

Tel: +966-11-4659614

Zamani Art Gallery

Tel: +966-11-4613057

Zekrayat Frames

Tel: +966-11-4661196

HOTELSAl Faisaliah Rosewood Hotel

King Fahad Road

Tel: +966-11-2732000

Al Khozama Hotel

Olaya Road



Tel: +966-11-4654650

Al Mashreq Boutique Hotel

Orubah Road

Tel: +966-11-2834777

Coral Gulf Riyadh

King Abdul Aziz St.,

Ministries Area

Tel: +966-11-4121000

Corp Executive Deira Hotel

Al Batha Street

Tel: +966-11-4141500

Courtyard Riyadh Diplomatic

Quarter

Al-Hada Dist., Abdullah bin

Hothafa St.

Tel: +966-11-2817300

Crowne Plaza Hotel Riyadh

Minha

Old Airport Road

Tel: +966-11-8749200

Four Seasons Hotel

Kingdom Center

Tel: +966-11-2115000

Golden Tulip Andalusia

Olaya Road

Tel: +966-11-4611000

Holiday Inn Riyadh Izdihar

Abdulwahab Bin Abdullah St.

Unit One

Tel: +966-11-4625000

InterContinental Riyadh

Al Maather St.

Tel: +966-11-4655000

Luthan Hotel And Spa -

A Women Only Hotel

Urubah Road

To ADD YOUR BUSINESS to the listing, please e-mail the name and number to [email protected]

NOTESTel: +966-11-4807799

Madareem Crown Hotel

King Khalid International

Airport Road

Tel: +966-11-2758888

Makarim Riyadh Hotel

Near To King Khalid

International Airport

Tel: +966-11-2204500

Mena Grand - Khaldia

Khazzan St.

(Immam Faisal bin Turki)

Tel: +966-11-2682222

Novotel Alanoud

King Fahd Road

Tel: +966-11-2882323

Radisson Blu Hotel

Al Mubarakiah Plaza -

King Abdul Aziz St.

Tel: +966-11-4791234

Riyadh Marriott Hotel

Al Maather St.

Tel: +966-11-4779300

Riyadh Palace Hotel

Ministries Area

Tel: +966-11-4054444

Sheraton Riyadh Hotel &

Towers

Olaya Junction of King

Fahad and King Abdullah

Road

Tel: +966-11-4543300

The Ritz-Ca rlton Riyadh

Hada Area, Makkah Road

Tel: +966-11-8028020


TRAVEL DIRECTO

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Adhwaa Al Seha Takhassusi St.Tel: +966-11-4887455

ABAS Medical GroupAl Rawda-Al Hamra-Al DababTel: +920000172ADMAMakkah RoadTel: +966-11-4660000 Alamal Complex for Mental HealthAl Khuzami Dist. Tel: +966-11-4804548www.alamal.med.saAl Falah International Hospital Tel: +966-11-4463737www.alfalah.com.saAl Hammadi Hospital Khalid ibn Yazid ibn Muawiyah St.Tel: +966-11-4643312www.hammadi.comAl Jafel HospitalWestern Ring Road Tel: +966-11-4322222www.aljafelhospital.comAl Mishari Hospital Tel: +966-11-4657700 Al Mouwasat Hospital Western Ring Road, Exit 114Tel: +966-11-4455555 Dallah HospitalTel: +966-11-4720777 Dr. Abdul Rahman Al-Mishari HospitalOlaya Dist.Tel: +966-11-4657700 http://drabdulrahmanalmishari.com.saDr. Sulaiman Al Habib Olaya Medical Complex Tel: +966-11-4622224www.drsulaimanalhabib.comGreen Crescent Hospital Abdul Malik Bin Marwan St. Tel: +966-11-4644434www.gch.com.saKingdom Hospital Tel: +966-11-2751111www.khccgroup.comKing Abdulaziz University Hospital King Abdul Aziz RoadTel: +966-11-4775524www.medicine.ksu.edu.saKing Fahad Medical City (KFMC) Makkah RoadTel: +8001277000 King Faisal Specialist Hospital &

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Research CentreAl Zahrawi St.Tel: +966-11-4647272www.kfshrc.edu.saKing Khaled Eye Specialist HospitalOruba Branch St. Tel: +966-11-4821234www.kkesh.med.saKing Saud Medical CityAl Imam Abdul Aziz ibn Saud St.Tel: +966-11-4355555www.ksmc.med.saMaghrabi Hospital Tel: +966-11-4455049www.maghrabi.com.saNational Guard HealthKing Abdulaziz Medical CityTel: +966-11-8011111www.ngha.med.saOBIED Specialized HospitalAl Farazdaq RoadTel: +966-11-4767222 Prince Sultan Cardiac Center Makkah RoadTel: +966-11-4783000www.pscc.med.saRiyadh Care HospitalTel: +966-11-4933000www.riyadhcare.comRiyadh Military HospitalMakkah RoadTel: +966-11-4791000www.rmh.med.saS.B.HKing Fahad RoadTel: +966-11-4636666 Saudi German Hospitals GroupKing Fahad RoadTel: +966-11-2685555http://ryd.sghgroup.com.saSultan Bin Abdulaziz Humanitarian CityExit 6, Banban, Qassim Highway North Tel: +966-11-5620000www.humanitariancity.org.saSpecialized M.C.H King Fahad RoadTel: +966-11-41164000www.smc.com.sa

Al Dimishqi PharmacyPrince Abdullah RoadTel: +966-11-4707887Al Farabi PharmacyTakhassusi St.Tel: +966-11-4880843Al HozaimiIbn Sulaiman Commercial CenterTel: +966-11-4722054Al Jallab PharmacyJamal CenterTel: +966-11-4022417Al Jaza PharmacyOlaya Main St.Tel: +966-11-4642072Al Lizam PharmacyOlaya Main St.Tel: +966-11-4655595Al Mowasa 3Prince Abdullah RoadTel: +966-11-4568598Al Mutanabbi Jareer St.Tel: +966-11-2910981Al Olaya PharmacyOlaya Main St.Tel: +966-11-46411501 Al Raja Pharmacy No 2Oruba St.Tel: +966-11-4624942 Al Rawabi PharmacyTakhassusi St.Tel: +966-11-4828028 Al Riyadh PharmacyOruba St. Tel: +966-11-4643108 Al Saggaf PharmacyTakhassusi St.Tel: +966-11-4640716 Al Saggaf Pharmacy 25Talatheen St.Tel: +966-11-4645274Al Shameeah PharmacyTakhassusi St.Tel: +966-11-4880595Al Teriaq Pharmacy Prince Abdullah RoadTel: +966-11-4828289Al Thalatheen PharmacyTalatheen St.Tel: +966-11-4623529Al Shamsia PharmacyJamal CenterTel: +966-11-4057296Arac Health CareTalatheen St.Tel: +966-11-4645107Asir Pharmacy



KIDS’ FITNESS CENTERS

WOMEN’SFITNESS CENTERS

MEN’S FITNESS CENTERS

EYE CARE

DENTAL CLINICS

BEAUTY CLINICS

CLINICSPrince Abdullah RoadTel: +966-11-4811629Dar Al Dana PharmacyAbdullah Bin Sulaiman Al HamdanTel: +966-11-4643373Mazin PharmacyOlaya Main St.Tel: +966-11-4624562Medical & Pharmaceutical ServiceDabbab St.Tel: +966-11-4629680Medicine Time PharmacyOlaya Main St.Tel: +966-11-4569140Mohammmed Al Hozaimi PharmacyOruba St.Tel: +966-11-4628758Nabra PharmacyTakhassusi St.Tel: +966-11-4887329Nazaar PharmacyAl Awais MarketTel: +966-11-4541408NEO (Neointernational)Olaya Main St.Tel: +966-11-4615089Nissah PharmacyAl-Rajhi Five BuildingsTel: +966-11-4041573Noorana Pharmacy Al MalazTel: +966-11-4785006Olaya International PharmacyOlaya Main St.Tel: +966-11-4160349Prince PharmacyTalatheen St.Tel: +966-11-4611418Rajaa Pharmacy 2Oruba St.Tel: +966-11-4624942Riyadh CornerJareer St.Tel: +966-11-4780759Sara Spectrum Medical PharmacyAkkariya BuildingsTel: +966-11-4601018ShrazadSitteen St.Tel: +966-11-4787047University PharmacyAkkariya BuildingsTel: +966-11-4191944University Pharmacy (2)Oruba St.Tel: +966-11-4626338

Attadawe King Abdullah Road Tel: +966-11-2780211Consulting CenterTel: +966-11-4555545Czech CenterInfront of King Saud UniversityTel: +920002737ENT CenterTakhassusi St.Tel: +966-11-4802229Mayiez Medical CenterOlaya Tel: +966-11-2169999Pearl’s Smile CenterSulaimaniyaTel: +966-11-4646334Riyadh Medical CenterOrouba St.Tel: +966-11-4653060Saudi Sugeons CenterTahlia St.Tel: +966-11-4653030SSCTel: +966-11-2335000Uranus Medical CenterOrouba St.Tel: +966-11-4657000White Wing Medical Takhassusi St.Tel: +966-11-4834286 Al Hokama

MallazTel: +966-11-4797777 Menshaf Eye careAl RawdaTel: +966-565869059 The Eye CenterTel: +966-11-4623094www.eyecenter.com.sa

Al Manihal CenterDiplomatic QuarterTel: +966-11-4881069CurvesOlaya St.Tel: +966-11-4633219LUTHAN HOTEL & SPATel: +966-11-4807799 KineticoTel: +966-11-2815595 Tel: + 966-530034010 LumiereOlayaTel: +966-11-2169030ScentedTel: +966-11-2112003Yibreenoff of Takhassusi St.Tel: +966-11-4411115

Apple FitnessTel: +966-11-4538800Body MastersTel: +920000626 / Tel: +966-11-4875531 Fitness TimeTel: 920003131Gold’s GymTel: +966-11-6912077Life FitnessTel: +966-11-2061133Up Scale Club

My GymPanorama MallTel: +966-1-42814870

Aagi Dental CenterTel: +966-11-2080107Dima DentalTahlia St.Tel: +966-1-4661200Ramah DentalTakhassusi St.Tel: +966-11-4800931Noble SmileSheikh Abdullah Al Angary st.Tel: +966 11 4197740

Al SafeerTel: +966-11-2050810 ApolloTel: +920027070 Ayan Consultative CenterKing Fahad RoadTel: +966-11-2725555 Ayma Consultative CenterKing Abdullah Road Tel: +966-11-2635555 Beauty CornerKing Fahad RoadTel: +966-543300557www.beautycorner.coFour SpaMob: +966-504440859www.www.four.com.sa MalesaTakhassusi St.Tel: +966-11-4888831 Med Art ClinicsOlaya Main St.Tel: +920000045 Obagi HospitalMakkah RoadTel: +966-11-4627111 PlatiniumKhurais RoadTel: +966-11-2097777The British CenterKing Fahad RoadTel: +966-11-2795555

Wardat Al-Oroba PharmacyOruba St.Tel: +966-11-4622904 Whites PharmacyTel: +966-11-2886877 / 4895994/ 4897750/ 4897751www.whites.netZahrat Al Rawda PharmacyPrince Abdullah RoadTel: +966-11-4804935Zahrat Sami PharmacyOruba St.Tel: +966-11-4653060


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National Commercial BankTel: 920001000 www.alahli.com Alinma Bank Tel: +966-11-2185000www.alinma.comAlJazira Bank Tel: +966-11-4317474www.baj.com.saAl Rajhi BankTel: +966-11-4603333www.alrajhibank.com.sa Arab National Bank Tel: +966-11-4029000www.anb.com.saBank Al Bilad Tel: +966-11-4971905www.bankalbilad.comBanque Saudi Fransi Tel: +966-11-2899999 www.alfransi.com.saNational Commercial Bank Tel: 920001000 www.alahli.comRiyadh Bank Tel: +966-11-4013030www.riyadbank.comSABB Tel: +966-11-2764356www.sabb.comSambaTel: 8001242000www.samba.comSaudi Hollandi BankTel: +966-11-2548500 www.shb.com.sa

Arabian Hala CompanyTel: +966-11-4884887www.hala.com.saAramexTel: +966-11-4160353www.aramex.comDHL Worldwide ExpressTel: +966-11-4654200www.dhl.com.saFedExTel: +966-11-4633999

Arabic Computer Systems (ACS) Tel: +966-11-4763777www.acs.com.saAdvance Telecom Company (ATC)Tel: +966-11-4601877www.atc.com.saAtheerTel: +966-11-4198000www.atheer.net.saAwal Tel: +966-11-4600111www.awal.com.saCYBERIATel: +8001248124www.cyberia.net.saDigiNetTel: +966-11-4192009www.digi.net.saGOTel: +8111011180www.go.com.saGulfnet KSATel: +966-11-4628562www.zajil.netNesmaTel: +966-11-4633100www.nesma.net.saNour NetTel: +966-11-4728900www.nour.net.saNTG National Technology GroupTel: +966-11-4763777www.ntg.com.saOger TelTel: +966-11-4889826

www.fedex.com/saOverseas Courier ServiceTel: +966-11-4647193www.ocstracking.com / www.ocscouner.comUPS GlobalTel: +966-11-4626655www.ups.com

www.ogersystems.comPrimeNetTel: +966-11-4193000www.prime.net.saSaudiNetTel: +966-11-2180300www.saudi.net.saSaudi Internet CompanyTel: +966-11-4603031www.sol.net.sa/enShabakah NetTel: +966-11-4193193www.shabakah.net.sa

ALGERIATel: +966-11-4887171ARGENTINATel: +966-11-4652600AUSTRALIATel: +966-11-4887788AUSTRIATel: +966-11-4801217BAHRAINTel: +966-11-4880044BANGLADESHTel: +966-11-4195300BELGIUMTel: +966-11-4882888BRAZILTel: +966-11-4880018BRITAINTel: +966-11-4880077BRUNEITel: +966-11-4560814BURKINA FASOTel: +966-11-4652244CAMEROONTel: +966-11-4880022CANADA Tel: +966-11-4882288CHINA Tel: +966-11-4832126CZECH REPUBLICTel: +966-11-4503617DENMARKTel: +966-11-4880101Ext 111163DJIBOUTITel: +966-11-4543182



MINISTRIESAgricultureTel: +966-11-4016666Civil ServiceTel: +966-11-4026900CommerceTel: +966-11-4012220IndustryTel: +966-11-4772722Communications and Information TechnologyTel: +966-11-4637225Culture and InformationTel: +966-11-4014440DefenseTel: +966-11-4785900EducationTel: +966-11-4042888FinanceTel: +966-11-4050000Foreign AffairsTel: +966-11-4067777HajjTel: +966-11-4022200HealthTel: +966-11-4012220Higher EducationTel: +966-11-4644444

EGYPTTel: +966-11-4810159Tel: +966-11-4831458ERITREATel: +966-11-4801731ETHIOPIATel: +966-11-4824055FINLANDTel: +966-11-4881515Ext 9FRANCETel: +966-11-4881255GABONTel: +966-11-4567173GAMBIATel: +966-11-2052158GERMANYTel: +966-11-4880700GHANATel: +966-11-4545122GREECETel: +966-11-4801975GUINEATel: +966-11-4881121HUNGARYTel: +966-11-4546707INDIATel: +966-11-4884144INDONESIATel: +966-11-4882282IRANTel: +966-11-4881444IRELANDTel: +966-11-4882300ITALYTel: +966-11-4881212JAPAN Tel: +966-11-4881100JORDANTel: +966-11-4880071KENYATel: +966-11-4882484KOREATel: +966-11-4882211KUWAITTel: +966-11-4883500LEBANONTel: +966-11-4804060MALAYSIATel: +966-11-4887100MALI

Tel: +966-11-2290753MALTATel: +966-11-4615315MAURITANIATel: +966-11-4646749MEXICOTel: +966-11-4808822MOROCCOTel: +966-11-4826382NEPALTel: +966-11-4645170NETHERLANDSTel: +966-11-4880011NEW ZELANDTel: +966-11-4887988NIGERIATel: +966-11-4823024NORWAYTel: +966-11-4881904Ext 300OMANTel: +966-11-4823120PAKISTANTel: +966-11-4884111PHILIPPINESTel: +966-11-4823559PORTUGALTel: +966-11-4826964QATARTel: +966-11-4825544RUSSIATel: +966-11-4811432SENEGALTel: +966-11-4880146SIERRA LEONETel: +966-11-4643982SINGAPORETel: +966-11-4803855SOUTH AFRICATel: +966-11-4429728SPAINTel: +966-11-4880606SRI LANKATel: +966-11-4608232SUDANTel: +966-11-4887979SWEDENTel: +966-11-8806700Ext 204SWITZERLANDTel: +966-11-4881291

SYRIATel: +966-11-4887481TANZANIATel: +966-11-4542833THAILANDTel: +966-11-4881174TUNISIATel: +966-11-4887900 TURKEYTel: +966-11-4820101UAETel: +966-11-4881227UGANDATel: +966-11-4544910UKRAINETel: +966-11-4508536URUGUAYTel: +966-11-4620739USATel: +966-11-4801831YEMENTel: +966-11-4881769


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COMPOUNDSIshbilia CompoundTel: +966-11-2406000Mob: +966-59-3111389www.ksacompounds.com Al Hamra Oasis VillageTel: +966-11-2490440www.alhamra.com.saAl Issa CompoundTel: +966-11-4918400 Al Jazeera Bader CompoundTel: +966-11-4921135www.badercompound.comAl Manar CompoundTel: +966-11-2460100Al Mohaeya CompoundTel: +966-11-4821222 Al Mostaqbal HomesTel: +966-11-4816666www.almostaqbalhomes.comAl Nakheel ResidenceTel: +966-11-4704191 Al Ola No 7Tel: +966-11-4608095 Al Rabwa CompoundAl Rabwa Area, Exit 14 close to Nahda Rd.Tel: +966-544096296www.almutlaq.com/rbwa.htmlAl Rayan Residential CompoundTel: +966-11-2089027 Al Waha Village Villas RossasTel: +966-11-4864711 Al Yamama VillageTel: +966-11-4012550www.alyamamavillage.comArab Investment Compound

SCHOOLS & INSTITUTES

Baby Day CareMob: +966-582657594 Birds of HopeMob: +966-569754506 British IslamicTel: +966-11-4649666www.britishislamicschool.comBusybeeTel: +966-11-2193900www.busybee.com.saDazzling StarsMob: +966-545682945 First StepMob: +966-500320566 Kids WorldTel: +966-11-4006000www.kidsworldschool.netLittle RosasTel: +966-11-4865128 My HomeMob: +966-569598011 Play HouseMob: +966-556365035 Play n LearnMob: +966-564684094 SM NurseryMob: +966-558391591 Super KidsMob: +966-564460167www.superkidseducationcenter.com Tarbia Pre-SchoolTel: +966-11-4199017 Tiny TotsMob: +966-580473602Twinkle KindergartenMob: +966-559268188 White Rose PlayMob: +966-563296205

KINDERGARTENS

InteriorTel: +966-11-4011944Islamic Affairs, Endowments, Call and GuidanceTel: +966-11-4730401 JusticeTel: +966-11-4057777Labor and Social AffairsTel: +966-11-4771480Municipal and Rural AffairsTel: +966-11-4415434Transport Tel: +966-11-4042928Water and ElectricityTel: +966-11-4016666

Tel: +966-11-4823444 Arizona Golf ResortTel: +966-11-2484444www.agr.com.saAsasco Village CompoundTel: +966-11-4199000 Barada Village Arabian HomesTel: +966-11-4541888www.arabian-homes.com Bonita VillageTel: +966-59-7721361www.alwakkan.comCordoba Oasis VillageTel: +966-11-24834711www.cordoba.com.saDelta - 11 Estate - Villas RossasTel: +966-11-4803201 Delta - 2 Estate - Villas RossasTel: +966-11-4804084 Eid VillasTel: +966-11-2483366www.eidvillas.com.saEuro CompoundTel: +966-11-4780718 FAL CompoundTel: +966-11-2490091www.falcompound.orgGranada VillageTel: +966-11-2488387 Green City CompoundOlaya - Rahmaniah Dist.Tel: +966-559623393http://gccompound.tripod.com/greencitycompound/index.htmlJadawel CompoundTel: +966-11-2406000www.jadawelinternational.com/index2.htmlKingdom CityTel: +966-11-2750275www.kingdom-city.comNajd CompoundTel: +966-11- 2481040 Palm CourtTel: +966-11-4850288 Ranco VillageTel: +966-11-4924411www.ranvil.comRiyadh VillageKhurais Road, off exit 36Tel: 08111 01 0101 ROC CompoundTel: +966-11-2412800www.roc.com.saSahara Towers

Tel: +966-11-4625666 Seder VillageTel: +966-11-2280000www.sedervillage.comStar Compound Villas RossasTel: +966-11-4881139 Villas Rosas Al-WadiTel: +966-11-4881139http://villasrosasco.com



Al Abeer National Boys School Tel: +966-11-4824019 Al Alameen International SchoolTel: +966-11-4649666www.alalameenschool.comAl Amjad National SchoolTel: +966-11-2494188 Al Andalus National SchoolTel: +966-11-4936585 Al Khaleej National SchoolTel: +966-11-2012112 Al Noor National SchoolTel: +966-11-4647808 Al Nukhba National SchoolTel: +966-11-4463343 Al Olaya National SchoolTel: +966-11-4538867 Al Rowad International Schoolwww.rowad-is.comAmerican International SchoolMob: +966-567990096www.aisr.orgBritish International SchoolTel: +966-11-2482387http://www.britishschoolriyadh.com/Dar Al MaarefahTel: +966-11-2314010 Dar Al SafwaTel: +966-11-4850912 École Française Internationale de Riyadhttp://www.efi-riyad.com/Elite International SchoolTel: +966-11-4627224 Fursan Al JazeerahTel: +966-11-5457505 Future WindowTel: +966-11-2063371http://fwis.edu.sa/International Indian SchoolBoys SectionTel: +966-11-4934688http://www.iisriyadh.com/Girls SectionTel: +966-11-2323248 King AbdulAziz International School (KAIS) King Faisal SchoolTel: +966-11-4820802www.kfs.sch.saKing Khaled International School

King Saud International SchoolTel: +966-11-4633180http://www.ksischool.comKingdom SchoolTel: +966-11-2755555http://www.kingdomschools.edu.sa/Manahel Al ElmTel: +966-11-4770419 Manarat Al-RiyadhTel: +966-11-4509916http://maarif.com.sa/Middle East Modern EducationTel: +966-11-4622815 Najd National SchoolTel: +966-11-4914434 Nour Al Maaref Riyadh SchoolsTel: +966-11-4028411www.riyadhschools.edu.saSaudi Arabia Multinational SchoolsTel: +966-11-2751751www.mns-r.com

Alfaisal UniversityTel: +966-11-4401626www.alfaisal.eduAl Yamamah UniversityTel: +966-11-2242222www.yu.edu.saArab Open UniversityTel: +966-11-2742277www.arabou.org.saDar Al Uloom UniversityTel: +966-11-4949000www.dau.edu.saImam Muhammad Ibn Saud Islamic UniversityTel: +966-11-2580000www.imamu.edu.saInstitute of Public AdministrationTel: +966-11-4768888www.ipa.edu.saKing Saud University Tel: +966-11-4670000www.ksu.edu.saKing Saud bin Abdulaziz

Aberr Charity SocietyTel: +966-11-5448654 Al Bir CharityTel: +966-11-4056666 Al Nahda OrganizationTel: +966-11-4650029www.alnahda-ksa.orgAl Wafa OrganizationTel: +966-11-4650029 Charity Committe For Orphans Carewww.ensan.org.saCharity Ibn Baz OrganizationTel: +966-11-2293333www.alzwaj.orgCharitable Society for Memorization of the Qura’anTel: +920011799www.qk.org.saDisabled Children’s AssociationTel: +966-11-4543913www.dca.org.saEnabling Marriage & Family SupportTel: +966-11-4765369 Learning Disabilities OrganizationMob: +966-595131466http://sld.org.saReach2Change Coaching Center & Support GroupTel: +966 11 4627922

UNIVERSITIES

University for Health SciencesTel: +966-11-2521300www.ksau-hs.edu.saPrince Sultan UniversityTel: +966-11-4948979www.psu.edu.saPrincess Nora bint Abdulrahman Universitywww.pnu.edu.saRiyadh College of Dentistry and PharmacyTel: +966-11-2481222www.riyadh.edu.saSikkim Manipal UniversityTel: +966-11-4141845www.smu-ksa.com

SOCIAL SERVICES ORGANIZATION



AudiTel: +966-11-4660044BGKhurais Rd. Exit 30Tel: +966-11-2300000BMWKhurais Rd.Tel: +966-11-2391000CadillacTel: +966-11-4924048Chevrolet Khurais Rd.Tel: +966-11-4454040ChryslerKhurais Rd. and Dabbab St.Tel: +966-11-2332222DodgeKhurais Rd. and Dabbab St.Tel: +966-11-2332222FusoTel: 8002440060GMSKhurais Rd.Tel: +966-11-4454040Harley-DavidsonNorth Ring Rd. Exit 5Tel: +966-11-4554499HondaKhurais Rd.Tel: +966-11-4454646IsuzuTel: +966-11-2300000JeepKhurais Rd. and Dabbab St.Tel: +966-11-2332222LexusKing Fahad Rd. Exit 9Tel: +966-11-4566600MazdaKhurais Rd.Tel: +966-11-4968888Mini CooperKhurais Rd.Tel: +966-11-2391000MitsubishiKhurais Rd.

Al FalahTel: 920001678Al ModdarrajTel: +966-11-4779902AvisTel: +966-11-4884887Best Rent A CarTel: 8001249955Diplomat Khurais Rd.Tel: 920008008EuropCar Al Ahsaa St.

3MTel: +966-11-2884135Auto Gard Tel: +966-11-2924343LlumarKhurais Rd.Tel: +966-11-2912929Red CapKhurais Rd.Tel: +966-11-4913212Solar ControlKhurais Rd.Tel: +966-11-4966633Unique Your CarMob: +966-566225544

AILAFTel: +966-11-2713377 Blue ConnectTel: 920004948www.the-blueconnect.com London Cab ClubTel: +966-11-4966670http://londoncabclub.comSAPTCOTel: +966-11-2884400

Tel: 8002440060MoparKhurais Rd. and Dabbab St.Tel: +966-11-2332222PeugeotTel: +966-11-4666614PorscheTel: +966-11-4667788RAMKhurais Rd. and Dabbab St.Tel: +966-11-2332222Renault Khurais Rd.Tel: 8002445050Rolls RoyceKhurais Rd.Tel: +966-11-2391000SeatKhurais Rd.Tel: +966-11-2301515SkodaTel: +966-11-2301515SubaruTel: +966-11-2300000ToyotaTel: +966-11-2486777Volks WagenTel: 920000380VolvoKhurais Rd.Tel: +966-11-4923539UnicTel: +966-11-2300000

CAR AGENCIES

CAR RENTALS

CAR ACCESSORIES

GROUND TRANSPORTATION

Tel: 920000153FazPrince Sultan St.Tel: +966-11-2912679iCarTel: +966-11-4561099SajilTel: +966-11-4935222Theeb Rent a CarKhurais Rd.Tel: 920000572


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