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Festive Treasure Hunting in a Changing Riyadh
Festive finds in Al Dirah! Shop fabrics, lights, and crafts at Mokhaliah Center. Go early or late, use the metro, and dress modestly for the
Sarah Green
Dec 8, 20240 min read


Desert Roses & Rooftop Cocktails: The Ultimate Girls’ Weekend in Doha
From rooftop cocktails to the stunning Desert Rose museum, Doha is perfect for a girls’ weekend getaway—art, brunch, and Gulf vibes galore!
Sarah Green
Nov 13, 20244 min read


Riyadh Season 101: Your Guide to What It Is, How to Catch Events, and What Not to Miss
Discover Riyadh Season: a months-long festival of culture, concerts, art, and food. From MDL BEAST to Noor Riyadh, there’s something for eve
Sarah Green
Nov 5, 20243 min read


Riyadh's Culinary Revolution: From Segregation to Sensational Dining Experiences
Today, we're diving into the evolving and exciting world of Riyadh's dining scene. The Saudi capital has undergone a gastronomic...
Sarah Green
Oct 10, 20242 min read


Entertaining Visiting Family & Friends in Riyadh: A Two-Day and Seven-Day Itinerary
Today, we're going to help you how the hell you are going to entertain yourselves/visitors/friends by planning the ultimate itineraries...
Sarah Green
Sep 27, 20244 min read


Supermarket Safari in Riyadh: Spinneys Joins the Adventure
Discover Riyadh’s supermarkets, from the new gourmet Spinneys to expat fave Tamimi & budget-friendly HyperPanda. Shopping just got exciting!
Sarah Green
Jun 30, 20245 min read


A week in the life of an expat in Riyadh - have car will travel
I made the most of having the car all week. Self-care Sunday saw me dashing over to the dentist for my hygiene appointment and then...
Sarah Green
Jun 13, 20243 min read


The Ultimate Guide to Shopping Malls in Riyadh
I have a confession. I'm not a mall kinda gal. And I've moved to a city where the mall is ubiquitous. And Saudi does give very good...
Sarah Green
Jan 29, 20245 min read

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