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Freaks of Nature Music Fest through Yazeed Alhashim’s Lens

‘Freaks of Nature,’ a music festival set to take place in Riyadh on the 5th and 6th of October, is causing all the current buzz within the city. We at Destination had the opportunity to dive into the mind behind ‘Freaks of Nature’ as we interviewed the festival’s organizer and musician, Yazeed Alhashim, also known […]

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Freaks of Nature Music Fest through Yazeed Alhashim’s Lens
Music

Freaks of Nature: Riyadh’s First Boutique Electronic Music Festival

Prepare to embark on an extraordinary journey into electronic music like never before! Riyadh is set to host its first-ever boutique electronic music festival, which promises to be a sensory extravaganza. Known as “Freaks of Nature,” this two-day festival will take place on the 5th and 6th of October at the Al Duhami Equestrian Center […]

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Freaks of Nature: Riyadh’s First Boutique Electronic Music Festival
Explore

Haraj – Princess Souks And Bargain Hunting

By Sheila Marie T. Sultan (The Pink Tarha) There’s a little corner in Riyadh that you might not know of. It’s a far cry from the skyscrapers along King Fahad Road, the glitzy shopping district of Olaya, or the busy night life of Tahlia Street. But it’s a spot that thrills the bargain hunter in […]

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Haraj – Princess Souks And Bargain Hunting
Business

5 Top Places To Buy Flowers In Riyadh

By Jouhara AlMoammar What’s Spring All About? FLOWERS of course! “I must have flowers, always and always.” – Clande Molet flower shop riyadh You know it’s Spring time when flowers bloom and every exquisite type of flower grows. Being a flower admirer, I’ve listed down the top flower shops in Riyadh: 1. Gardenia My all time […]

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5 Top Places To Buy Flowers In Riyadh
Fitness

Places to Learn Aerial Yoga in Riyadh

By Areej Sejiny If you enjoy yoga and want to take it to another level, Aariel yoga is for you! aerial yoga riyadh So what is Aerial yoga? It’s an anti-gravity yoga that uses a hammock, which is a fabric that looks like a long sling that hangs from the ceiling to help to do various yoga poses […]

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Places to Learn Aerial Yoga in Riyadh
Community

Souk Okaz, A Must Visit Ancient Cultural Fest and Market

Souk Okaz is a significant national event, where the historical significance of Saudi is retrieved.  The Souk Okaz taif festival, located just outside the city of Taif in the Makkah region, opened its doors on Wednesday, June 27 for more than two weeks of presentations, arts and craft exhibits and literary readings. The 12th modern edition of […]

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Souk Okaz, A Must Visit Ancient Cultural Fest and Market
Activities

A Visit to King Abdullah Malaz Park Riyadh

By: Hana Jazzar  king abdullah park , Take a break from the fluster of traffic and busy urban life in Riyadh and head out for a fun outdoorsy experience the whole family will surely enjoy. king abdullah park fountain timings Stretched out over 318,000 square meters, the new King Abdullah Malaz Park (KAMP) is the […]

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A Visit to King Abdullah Malaz Park Riyadh
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Open Paws, Animal Rescue and Pet Adoption Center in Riyadh

By Lama Ghazzawi We all love pets! But we don’t all know what they go through behind the scenes of pet shops, breeding farms and pest control companies. Open Paws is a local organization focused on spreading awareness about all these places, helping control pet population through neutering and counterfeiting the negative effects of pest […]

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Open Paws, Animal Rescue and Pet Adoption Center in Riyadh
Activities

5 Best Places In Riyadh For Children’s Entertainment

entertainment places in riyadh, The two words that come out of every child’s mouth at one time or another is, “Mom, I’m bored!” And although research shows that boredom is the catalyst for creativity, we ultimately want our kids to happily enjoy their carefree childhood days. Children’s entertainment places in riyadh So why not spend […]

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5 Best Places In Riyadh For Children’s Entertainment
Fitness

Riyadh’s Top Gyms For Women

By Hana Jazzar Gyms For Women| Staying active and working out aren’t just ways to lose weight or help you get into a smaller dress size, they are in fact lifestyle commitments that make you stronger, healthier and yes, ultimately thinner. Now if these reasons have convinced you to join a gym, the important question […]

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Riyadh’s Top Gyms For Women
Community

Opportunities for Volunteering in Riyadh

By Ghada AlOmran Dedicating your time as a volunteer to help out with even the smallest tasks can make a real difference in the lives of people, animals, and organizations in need. The benefits of Opportunities for Volunteering in Riyadh are enormous to you, your family, and your community. Here’s a list of places you […]

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Opportunities for Volunteering in Riyadh
Healthy Living

7 Surprising Benefits Of Qahwa

Sumaiyya Naseem Benefits Of Qahwa | Qahwa is a cultural favorite in Gulf countries, especially here in Saudi Arabia. Who knew the relaxing qahwa and date snack was wholesome and nutritious?! Here are some surprising health benefits of the good old Arabian Qahwa. 1. Anti-Inflammatory Action The antioxidants and phytonutrients in qahwa make it an […]

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7 Surprising Benefits Of Qahwa
Activities

5 Things To Do in Riyadh at Night

By Sundus Shafqat Things To Do in Riyadh at Night | The sun goes down; the lights go up. Riyadh after dark is a whole new world. After the sun sets, the air gets colder, the breeze becomes crisper and the city glows with vibrant colors. This makes downtown Riyadh a breathtaking view. Now that […]

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5 Things To Do in Riyadh at Night
Explore

15 Saudi Arabia Animals You Didn’t Know Existed

Saudi Arabia Animals |Many are not aware about the diverse wildlife that is found in Saudi Arabia. Many of these species have adapted to the Arabian climate over the years and are only found in Arabia in the wild. While some do exist in very small numbers, there is good news that there has been […]

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15 Saudi Arabia Animals You Didn’t Know Existed
Healthy Living

Stay In & Shop Online

Relax, breathe and don’t worry about rushing to the stores to stockpile. Thanks to the online services, you can still stay home and get the supply of food, and all the necessary products from the comfort and safety of your house. Here’s our rundown of the online shopping services for everything from food to pharmacy […]

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Stay In & Shop Online
Art

1st Graduation Exhibition 2020 of Raffles Riyadh

Under the auspices of the consort of the Governor of Riyadh region, Princess Nora bint Muhammad bin Saud Al Saud, Raffles Design in Riyadh celebrated the graduation of a new class of female students for the Saudi labor market. Numbering 28 graduates, to meet the local demand for specialized skills in the field of fashion, jewelry […]

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1st Graduation Exhibition 2020 of Raffles Riyadh
Art

Arthur Hoffner: Defying Gravity With His Intricate Structure

The winner of the People’s Choice Award at the 2017 Villa Noailles Design Parade, Arthur Hoffner brought his fascinating larger than life piece to the [21,39] Jeddah Arts event. His extraordinary work consists of a series of vases combining gilded brass spheres, aluminum tubes, and blocks of marble put together in a precarious structure that […]

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Arthur Hoffner: Defying Gravity With His Intricate Structure
Events & Happenings

Dakar Saudi Arabia 2020: Ready, check, go!

More than just an off-road rally. Saudi Arabia welcomes more than 550 drivers from 62 world countries to experience the spectacular nature and unique terrain of the uncharted Saudi desert. The five countries leading the number of pilots participating in Dakar Saudi Arabia 2020 are France, Spain, Argentina, The Czech Republic, and Holland, with several […]

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Dakar Saudi Arabia 2020: Ready, check, go!
Events & Happenings

RECAP: Beast Mode On!

By Yasmine Mohamed With captivating performances and liberating beats, the MDL Beast Festival got off to a strong start. View this post on Instagram A post shared by @mdlbeast on Dec 20, 2019 at 8:01am PST The countdown finally comes to an end, and the long-awaited MDL Beast Festival opened its doors wide to a massive […]

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RECAP: Beast Mode On!
Events & Happenings

Top Celebrities Spotted At MDL Beast

The three-day revolutionary MDL Beast Festival united the best of local and international celebrities and influencers. Here are the top celebs spotted at the festival: Halima  https://www.instagram.com/p/B6TMWwgBNvT/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link Alessandra Ambrosio https://www.instagram.com/p/B6S3Qt2l1SE/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link Ed Westwick https://www.instagram.com/p/B6TuxHDnI4i/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link Winnie Harlow https://www.instagram.com/p/B6RjMu9lI9c/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link Negin Mirsalehi https://www.instagram.com/p/B6VsJPcDzU0/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link Elsa Hosk https://www.instagram.com/p/B6SV8U8pM8D/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link Isabeli Fontana https://www.instagram.com/p/B6Sx1gJh5aF/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link Scott Disick  https://www.instagram.com/p/B6V69YeH4iW/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link Karen Wazen Bakhazi https://www.instagram.com/p/B6QyV7TJ8uh/ And all the […]

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Top Celebrities Spotted At MDL Beast
Events & Happenings

Grab the Beast by its Horns!

By Yasmine Mohamed A guide on how to make the most of your last day at MDL Beast; survival mode. It’s called MDL Beast but it is massive and there is nothing “middle” about it. If this is your first time attending a festival of this caliber, things can become a little overwhelming if you’re […]

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Grab the Beast by its Horns!
Fitness

Let’s Build A Parkour Park in Aloula

Saudi Parkour is a fast-growing sport that elevates overall fitness, builds athletic strength, speed and increases self-confidence. To promote and support parkour in Saudi, Spoonfed launched the first Saudi parkour academy called Flite Freerun in Jeddah and has been steadily developing the sport and raise the standards of coaching since 2017. Founded by Jon Dean […]

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Let’s Build A Parkour Park in Aloula
Events & Happenings

Showcase Your Startup at the Largest Startup Gathering in the Kingdom!

What better space to delve into new markets, meet industry leaders, and gain exposure than at the largest startup gathering in the Kingdom! This year, Arabnet Riyadh, the Kingdom’s largest technology event, is expected to convene over 2,000 corporate executives and senior government leaders and 4,000 entrepreneurs, youth, and students under one roof. Do you […]

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Showcase Your Startup at the Largest Startup Gathering in the Kingdom!
Events & Happenings

Women Running Entrepreneurship and Digital Innovation in the Kingdom!

The entrepreneurial scene in Saudi Arabia has been on a roll in the past few years with an increase in startup investment. This entrepreneurial growth could be attributed to its Vision 2030 objective of achieving a thriving economy through fostering and investing in startups. Saudi’s 2030 Vision does not only focus on expanding entrepreneurship and […]

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Women Running Entrepreneurship and Digital Innovation in the Kingdom!
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6 Forums Towards A New Digital Era In the Kingdom

The Kingdom’s largest technology gathering is back for its 8th edition on December 10-11 at the Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Center. For the second consecutive year, Arabnet will host 2,000+ corporate executives and senior government leaders, 4,000+ entrepreneurs, youth and students, a showcase of 300+ startups, and bring together 250+ experts and speakers from […]

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6 Forums Towards A New Digital Era In the Kingdom
Events & Happenings

The Kingdom’s Largest Technology Event Returns in Riyadh for its 8th Edition

The Kingdom’s largest technology gathering is back for its 8th edition on December 10-11 and has moved to a new venue, the Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Center. For the second consecutive year, Arabnet will feature two events taking place simultaneously under one roof: Arabnet Riyadh for 2,000+ corporate executives and senior government leaders, and […]

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The Kingdom’s Largest Technology Event Returns in Riyadh for its 8th Edition
Community

Applications Done Right with YOUni

Meet Jad Abdul Jawad, a chemical engineering student at Stanford University who grew up in Jeddah and went to BISJ. Jad formulated a startup which seeks to empower and help students from Saudi apply to international universities. Here’s his story behind the initiative: Tell us about the startup and the idea behind it? Applying to universities in […]

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Applications Done Right with YOUni
Activities

Destination #TGIT: What’s Going On, Jeddah?

By Deena Dakhiel Spending the summer in Jeddah but not sure what to do? Destination’s got you covered! This summer, Jeddah has had the privilege of hosting Jeddah Season! So much has been going on in the city that it’s almost difficult to keep up. Along with the season activities, the locals are keeping busy […]

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Destination #TGIT: What’s Going On, Jeddah?
Activities

Destination #TGIT: What’s Going On, Riyadh?

Hello Riyadhis! Here are your updates for the weekend and the upcoming week, of what’s happening in Riyadh. Must See Movie at the Cinema: The Lion King The wait is finally over! Head over to your nearest cinema to watch The Lion King, a remake of what may just be Disney’s most beloved classic. Watching […]

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Destination #TGIT: What’s Going On, Riyadh?
Events & Happenings

An Immersive Theater Experience at Bait Al Dahaleezi

There’s been a murder in the house of Al Dahaleezi family and things are not what they seem and everyone in Al-Balad is a suspect.  Welcome to BAIT AL DAHALEEZI, an immersive theater where the audience is part of the performance, stuck in a strange world where mysterious things keep happening.  The Jeddah Season Festival […]

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An Immersive Theater Experience at Bait Al Dahaleezi
Things To Do

Top Fifty Things to Do During Summer

By Khadija Maryam Staying in Saudi this summer? Here’s a list of fifty things you can do! Outdoors:  Go horse-back riding! Photo Credits: alfrosia It’s almost too easy to neglect our need for fresh air and exercise during long summer days. Horse riding combines both to give you an activity that is both fun and […]

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Top Fifty Things to Do During Summer
Events & Happenings

Traditional Mizmar Dance Show at Historic Jeddah Season

The Historic Jeddah Season along with showcasing Jeddah’s rich history, art, and cultural heritage also has a variety of entertainment shows. The local, as well as international artists and musicians, have enthralled visitors since the start of the Season, engaging them with an impressive display of talent and expertise. One such show hosted by local artists […]

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Traditional Mizmar Dance Show at Historic Jeddah Season
Events & Happenings

Destination #TGIT: What’s Going On, Riyadh?

By Khadija Mohamed  We’re providing you this week’s list of places to visit, things to do, and more to give you some weekend inspiration. Event of the Week: A night of karaoke to unleash the artist in you and be a part of an event filled with family, food, laughter, and fun! More info: karaoke-night Location: Yamamah Park (See map) Must […]

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Destination #TGIT: What’s Going On, Riyadh?
Events & Happenings

Cruz Diez’s Crosswalks at Historic Jeddah Season

The Historic Jeddah Season in association with Saudi Art and Culture has many key activities planned for the season, ranging from art exhibitions to street performances and art installations. The SAC leads one such intriguing activity called Crosswalks, an art intervention by celebrated artist Carlos Cruz Diez which allows artworks to be integrated into urban […]

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Cruz Diez’s Crosswalks at Historic Jeddah Season
Events & Happenings

Amazing Musical Performances at Historic Jeddah Season

The Historic Jeddah Season along with the workshops, art and craft exhibits and other enjoyable shows, there are musical performances to entertain all guests visiting the Season. Daily fascinating music shows are held by the main stage at the Baraha located near the Ministry of Culture office, where local artists are being hosted. At the […]

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Amazing Musical Performances at Historic Jeddah Season
Wellness

A 360 Well-Being Destination

SHA Wellness Clinic is the world-wide well-being destination where health is not simply seen as the absence of illness but rather as the optimal state of physical, mental and spiritual well-being, in harmony with the environment, staying at an ideal weight while having great vitality. The concept of SHA Wellness Clinic was born from the personal […]

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A 360 Well-Being Destination
Dining

Catch Seafood Restaurant at Historic Jeddah Season

The Historic Jeddah Season is hosting some of the well-known popular food and beverage outlets from around the world – one of them being Catch, the globally influenced seafood restaurant from New York. This concept has been brought to the Middle East for the very first time, by the Historic Jeddah Season. Grown from on […]

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Catch Seafood Restaurant at Historic Jeddah Season
Business

Swiss Hospitality Company Signs a Strategic Partnership Agreement with EHL

Swiss Hospitality Company signed a strategic partnership with EHL Advisory Services to join forces and leverage on their expertise to support the development of Saudi Arabia’s tourism gigantic projects according to 2030 Vision. The strategic partnership agreement was signed by Mr. Salman Gasim, CEO at Swiss Hospitality Company –Based in Jeddah, and Mr. Olivier Verschelde, […]

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Swiss Hospitality Company Signs a Strategic Partnership Agreement with EHL
Events & Happenings

Destination #TGIT: What’s Going On, ? Riyadh

If you are in Riyadh this season and wondering how to spend your days? We’ve got you covered. Thanks to the air-conditioned arenas, malls, cafes and event spaces that make it easy for us to get a dose of entertainment and fun during summers in Riyadh. Here’s a list of Destination picked events, restaurants, people, places to […]

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Destination #TGIT: What’s Going On, ? Riyadh
Events & Happenings

Destination #TGIT: What’s Going On, Jeddah?

By Deena Dakhiel Spending the summer in Jeddah but not sure what to do? Destination’s got you covered! This summer, Jeddah has had the privilege of hosting Jeddah Season! So much has been going on in the city that it’s almost difficult to keep up. Along with the season activities, the locals are keeping busy with […]

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Destination #TGIT: What’s Going On, Jeddah?
Community

Alfaisal University Students Win Shawarmer “Save It!” Food Waste Marketing Competition

Promoting “Personal Responsibility” the Inspiration Behind Creative Campaign to  Tackle Saudi’s SR 12 Billion Food Waste Issue. We all share both a responsibility and opportunity to help eat into the massive problem that costs Saudi more than SR 12 billion in wasted food going into trash bins every year. That’s the central message of the new […]

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Alfaisal University Students Win Shawarmer “Save It!” Food Waste Marketing Competition
Events & Happenings

Rediscover the treasures of Jeddah at Historic Jeddah Season

The Historic Jeddah Season continues to celebrate Jeddah’s rich history, art, and cultural heritage over a six-week period.  The Historic Jeddah Season, which is one of the main destinations of Jeddah Seasons initiative by the Saudi Commission for Tourism and National Heritage (SCTH), is located in the Al Balad district of Jeddah, a UNESCO World Heritage […]

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Rediscover the treasures of Jeddah at Historic Jeddah Season
Events & Happenings

Athr Gallery: Building the Contemporary Art Scene

The Athr Gallery was founded in 2009 by Hamza Serafi and Mohammed Hafiz in Jeddah, Athr Gallery plays a pivotal role in building the Contemporary art scene in Saudi. At the Historic Jeddah Season, Athr Gallery brings us an art exhibition, coffee, hand puppet performance in a collaboration with artist Salem Bajnaid of Medd Cafe. […]

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Athr Gallery: Building the Contemporary Art Scene
Community

PepsiCo Boosts Women Empowerment in Saudi With The Launch of Tamakani

Tamakani focuses on women in the workforce, women empowerment, women of the future and engaging men as advocates. PepsiCo, the global food and beverage company, launched Tamakani, a dedicated platform that aims to support and inspire generations of women in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The platform will help create opportunities and guidance for women […]

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PepsiCo Boosts Women Empowerment in Saudi With The Launch of Tamakani
Events & Happenings

Hafez Gallery Space at Historic Jeddah Season

The Historic Jeddah Season is hosting a variety of entertaining shows, art workshops, and galleries that showcase the traditional Hijazi arts and crafts. Founded in 2014 in the city of Jeddah, the Hafez Gallery exhibits art from Saudi Arabia and other Middle Eastern countries. The art exhibition will discuss the inhabitant of the world today […]

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Hafez Gallery Space at Historic Jeddah Season
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Building Walkers at Historic Jeddah Season

The Historic Jeddah Season a celebration of art, culture, heritage, and entertainment was successfully launched on the 8th of June. The Al Balad district of Jeddah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, now serves as a gateway to Saudi Arabia. Daily events and shows aim to keep the visitors enthralled, engaged and entertained. One such amazing […]

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Building Walkers at Historic Jeddah Season
Events & Happenings

Virgin Megastore’s 5th Branch in Riyadh

Virgin Megastore started 2019 with the celebration of the opening of its new branch in Riyadh Park, marking their 5th store in Riyadh city, and 12th across the kingdom. In an igniting creative theme, the event hosted a massive crowd of VIPs, media, bloggers and social media influencers; amongst them was the CEO of  Virgin Megastore Mohammed Ramadan. […]

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Virgin Megastore’s 5th Branch in Riyadh
Activities

Saudi Arabia’s First Multip-Player Virtual Reality Experience Comes to Riyadh

Zero Latency brings the next generation of virtual reality entertainment to the Kingdom. Zero Latency – a pioneering global leader in warehouse scale, free-roam, multiplayer virtual reality gaming – is available now at its brand-new arena in the Salma Center, Riyadh. It provides an award-winning large-scale immersive experience over 600 square meters of floor space. […]

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Saudi Arabia’s First Multip-Player Virtual Reality Experience Comes to Riyadh
Dining

Shake Shack Introduces Hot Honey Chick’n at All KSA Shaks This Ramadan!

Shake Shack’s Newest Limited Time Offering debuted earlier this month. Turn up the heat! Shake Shack has announced its newest item The Hot Honey Chick’n, served across Middle East Shacks. This limited-time burger is a new, spicy take on Shake Shack’s classic Hot Chick’n burger. It is crafted from 100% all-natural chicken breast – with no antibiotics ever – seasoned and […]

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Shake Shack Introduces Hot Honey Chick’n at All KSA Shaks This Ramadan!
Events & Happenings

Al Wefaq Announces a Strategic Partnership with Europcar

To serve their clients in more than 140 countries Al Wefaq Rent a Car announces its new partnership with Europcar. “Al Wefaq Rent a Car”, which is a leading company in Saudi Arabia and the Middle East, has announced a strategic partnership with “Europcar”; a leading European company listed on Euronext Paris. The agreement came into force […]

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Al Wefaq Announces a Strategic Partnership with Europcar