About This Blog, and About Me: Susie of Arabia
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, is KSA's 2nd largest city and is located on its west coast, right on the Red Sea. I moved here in 2007 with my Saudi hubby and teenage son. This journal reflects the things that I see here, life through my eyes, my lens.
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Tag Archives: Jeddah
SkyWatch: Huge Complex
Today’s photos are of a huge complex that is being built near downtown Jeddah. The above photo shows a part of the project which is still under construction. The photo below shows another part of the project which shows what … Continue reading
Posted in Architecture, Buildings, Landmarks, Photo, Saudi Arabia
Tagged Architecture, business, Jeddah, modern
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Rafting at the Mall
Most large malls here in Jeddah have full scale family entertainment centers. The Mall of Arabia’s play area includes a rock climbing wall, various rides, water rafting, and a soon to be open Snow Village. There are not many activities … Continue reading
Posted in Buildings, Culture, Life, Middle East, Photo, Saudi Arabia, Shopping
Tagged entertainment, family, fun, Jeddah, mall
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Looks Like a Full Bar
At first glance, one might assume that this resembles a fully stocked bar. However in Saudi Arabia, alcoholic beverages of any kind are strictly forbidden by religious law. Popular beverages here include sodas, coffee and tea, and a variety of … Continue reading
Posted in Culture, Food, Hospitality, Life, Photo, Religion, Saudi Arabia
Tagged beverage, Jeddah, Religion
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Our World: Adding On
It is common for additions to existing buildings in Jeddah to be built upwards, adding on more floors as it becomes affordable to the building’s owner. Be sure to visit OUR WORLD TUESDAY, where family-friendly bloggers share a unique glimpse … Continue reading
Posted in Architecture, Buildings, Middle East, Photo, Saudi Arabia
Tagged Architecture, construction, Jeddah, labor
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Red
This is a beautiful restaurant/shop in the Mall of Arabia. I love the clean lines, the lighting, and the use of the red and black.
Posted in Architecture, Buildings, Photo, Saudi Arabia
Tagged decor, Jeddah, mall, restaurant, shop
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SkyWatch: In the Ghetto
Jeddah is a modern city with lots of new construction everywhere, but the city also has some very old and rundown areas as well. Many of the poor foreign workers live in places like this. Though you can’t see them … Continue reading
Posted in Architecture, Buildings, Life, Middle East, Photo, Saudi Arabia
Tagged Architecture, home, Jeddah
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Just Hangin’ Out
I was waiting in the car for my husband when I looked over and saw this group of young men just hanging out. The man in the traditional dress seemed a little older and was dominating the conversation. All of … Continue reading
Posted in Clothing, Culture, Life, Middle East, Photo, Saudi Arabia
Tagged dress, Jeddah, leisure, thobe, youth
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Nice Building
Sorry I don’t know what this building is, but it’s very nicely maintained and is located near downtown Jeddah.
Posted in Architecture, Buildings, Landmarks, Photo, Saudi Arabia
Tagged Architecture, business, Jeddah, modern
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Workmen
I’m continually amazed at the seemingly unsafe working conditions of so many workers here in Saudi Arabia. Safety equipment and other safety products are rarely used. Most of the blue collar positions are filled by foreign workers from very poor … Continue reading
Posted in Life, Middle East, Photo, Saudi Arabia
Tagged construction, Jeddah, work conditions, workers
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HOME: The Aramco Brats Story
Home: The Aramco Brats Story is a 90 minute documentary film made by three young American men who were born and raised in Saudi Arabia. Their goal in making the film was to set the record straight about the country … Continue reading
