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Appropriate Clothing Jiddah
4 Reviews When in Saudi Arabia you should respect theyr culture and dresscodes. They appriciate it and it?s just plain polite when you go somewhere else to respect the rules there. Women have to cover up in an...
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Traffic & Roads Jiddah
4 Reviews watch out for the traffic jam during the holy month of Ramadan. it's just beyond your imagination. all those who never leave their home get to leave it in ramadan! as the working day is shorter,...
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Weather Jiddah
5 Reviews We get a sand storm mainly twice a year,when the cool season ends(it`s not really winter)and once again when the summer ends. Here is a picture I got in my e.mail of a sand storm that happend in...
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Cultural Diffrences Jiddah
1 Review First of all it is very safe, but not for stupids. For males: do not act as if your culture is the best even if you belive that it is. For females generaly:'decencey is required' while shopping...
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Public Photography Jiddah
1 Review Most public places prohibit photography,and also taking pictures of local people is something that will make them uncomfortable,you have NO idea how much hassel I go through to take these pictures I...
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Electricity & services Jiddah
1 Review Although Jeddah is an astonishing city to live and work in, in some seasons, it can give you a hard time. When it rains, when suddenly electricity goes off for hours, or when storms blow things...
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Porn is also forbidden in Saudi Arabia. And be warned, that what they consider porn, may not be what you consider porn. A movie with a woman in a bikini can be considered porn here. You will be fined for it.
Alcohol is forbidden in Saudi Arabia. You can get into a lot of trouble if you are caught with alcohol. You can even be deported. Personally, I don't think it is worth the risk. The best bet would be to go across the causeway to Bahrain if you would like a drink. It is legal there.
It gets very hot here and the heat can be intense. Be sure to drink plenty of water here to avoid getting dehydrated. By the time you are thirsty it could be too late. Always carry a bottle of water with you here, so that you don't dehydrate!
Shamals are desert sand storms and they can be dangerous. High winds with sand blowing around in waves. Be careful and try to not be outside during them. Some are worse than others. They make for very bad driving conditions as well. If you can avoid it, don't go out in itl These pictures were taken from the end of my street. This Shamal came about around the time for school to be out.
Saudi Arabia or the Gulf area is considered to be no.1 in car accidents in the world. Actually, car accident is among the top 5 causes of death in Saudi.Usually teenagers have got their own cars and can speed up to 200KM. Taxi drivers also are well-know for their higher possibility of having car accidents than other drivers.Also because 75%of the land is desert, on the highways connecting cities, usually camels cross the street and increase car accidents on the highways.At least, five car accidents occur in Jeddah every week. This is one city. What about the whole Kingdom?Besides, most people have no car insurance and if you by an accident their cars, you'd pay for it.Always watch out
- Clothes: In public, always dress decently, long sleeves and long pants unless in beaches or so. You don't wanna gain attention. Trust me at this.- Restaurants: most restaurants have single and family sections. If you are a single man, you should go to the single section which is only for single men, unless you're accompanied by a girlfriend or sister, you can act family now:^D
- Clothes: In public, visitor women should wear the black abaya (cloak like) as soon as they arrive in Saudi Arabia. You just ask any local and they direct you to an abaya's shop. It is a must. Also it would be more favored if you cover your hair, but it's not necessary to foreigners since local women do it and other cover their faces as well.- Transportation: women are not allowed to drive cars. Get a private driver and rent a car, or better to have a deal with a taxi. Public transportation like buses are rarely available for women and if they are, they suck. However, you can travel domestically by an airplane with no problem.- Restaurants: most restaurants have single and family sections. If you are a single woman or married, you should go to the family section since you're considered a family.- Sports Activities: In public, they're available only for men; jetski, swimming, golfing,...
I am sure most people are aware of dress code in Saudi Arabia, if you are a female just conceder covering your body with “Abaya”. Abaya is long black dress. Some women don’t cover face nor hair, which is ok. I been asked what women should wear under the Abaya, well women are free to wear as she wear in her country but Abaya is the magical word ;o)
As for men shorts above the knee would be annoying unless you are at the beach.Jewelry for men will be annoying to most of us Saudis since we believe it is more feminine then masculine. Gold and silk are forbidden for men in Islam therefore try to avoid it while being in Saudi
Driving in Saudi Arabia requires lots of skills,although there are many traffic lights,stop signs,and wearing the seat belt is a must,yet Saudi Arabia has one of the highest rates for car accidents!Sadly most car accident are fatal.(although drivers arent drunk!)I`m writting this after coming from my best friend`s funeral,she died at age of 31 from a car accident along with her 17 years old niece(God bless their souls)Sigh*
Hilton Hotel Jiddah
3 Reviews and 67 Opinions i have a long history and ties with Hilton Jeddah; have been to many conferences, bazaars,...
Al Faisaliah, A Rosewood Hotel Riyadh
7 Reviews and 56 Opinions The Al-Fasaliah hotel in Riyadh is part of the leading hotels of the world, from check in to check...
InterContinental Dar Al Taqwa Medina
2 Reviews and 10 Opinions Dar al Taqwa is the CLOSEST hotel to the Haram in Madinah! It offers a breathtaking view of the...
Reviews and photos of Saudi Arabia attractions posted by real travelers and locals. The best tips for Saudi Arabia sightseeing.
Q: Greetings! I have a friend/business partner who would like to do some traveling in the United States. He is a Saudi citizen...
A: The answer is that your friend cannot count on any "typical" scenario. He could be in and out of immigration in five minutes, or it could take 50 minutes, or 5 hours, or...
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