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Motoring: Volkswagen Transporter

By Tim SaundersIt is necessary to adapt your driving style when behind the wheel of a vehicle that does not have a rear view mirror.This becomes clear when I am sat in the Volkswagen Transporter Trendline 2.0 TDi Bluemotion. It is the white van man’s dream vehicle, tough and robust, fast and efficient. And although it very much does feel like a car to drive with fairly light steering and a good driving position, the fact remains that there are no windows at the rear and no rear view mirror. The driver must rely on the wing mirrors. Now that is all very well but it is still not possible to see behind the back of the vehicle so any reversing must be done with extreme care. On the centre console where the radio and sat nav can be found ParkPilot which automatically appears when reverse is...

July 29, 2017

Motoring: Volkswagen Transporter

Exploring Jeddah: Let your taste-buds be your guide

Saudi GazetteWith a population of about 4 million people, Jeddah is home to some of the best eateries and yet the largely populated food industry still has room for more. This week we take you around town to some of the popular joints scattered across the city.Maison de ZaidUnlike Dubai where restaurants are known for a particular meal or type of food, restaurants in Jeddah aren’t that easy to categorize. But now when people ask ‘what’s a good place for breakfast in Jeddah’ you will actually have a qualified answer. It is Maison de Zaid. From their smooth and creamy coffee, better than that served at new local coffee joints, to scrumptious pancakes, Maison de Zaid is a fine choice you will not regret. Better get a reservation or you can be among those who wait for over an hour on a...

July 22, 2017

Exploring Jeddah: Let your taste-buds be your guide

Eating Out in Jeddah

Saudi GazetteJeddah has become the breeding ground for new local eateries and unique franchises. Keen on exploring new cultures and tastes, Saudis have always been big on eating out with families and friends. But there came a time where most of the popular joints remained to be international chains and traditional places seemed to specialize only in Arab food. Today, the trend has changed. Be it food trucks, coffee joints or new concepts, Saudis have taken their experiences and turned them into new establishments. Even the international chains are not the usual names and are offering more diversity than just replicating overused concepts. When the scene is thriving, you expect better business which in turn means more compeition and hence better quality in terms of food and service. Those...

July 15, 2017

Eating Out in Jeddah

Dreams’ Terrace Lounge - A Place For Flavorsome Memories

Saudi GazetteThey say the fondest memories are made when gathered around the table. For that, a good gathering place is required along with good food and friends. Dreams’ Terrace lounge is the right place to make memories delish and delightful. Located in Al-Rowdah district, Tahlia Street Dream Terrace lounge is a fine café and restaurant. Although it looks ordinary from outside and not very appealing, the ambience inside is extraordinarily calm and classy.The elevator at the entrance is slow so the stairs are a better option and offer quicker access to the second floor. It is usually a dark stairway, with dim red lights. However, once you reach the terrace it will give you a completely different feel. Welcomed by candles, a sophisticated interior, calm environment, combination of...

July 08, 2017

Dreams’ Terrace Lounge - A Place For Flavorsome Memories

Road test: Range Rover

By Tim SaundersFew vehicles raise a smile in the way that a Range Rover does when you are behind the wheel, I find.It’s always an absolute privilege to find yourself sitting in the high quality cabin and it is a fantastic experience. Imagine your favourite armchair and then add all the electronic gadgetry that you can conjure up and here is a seat that can be electrically adjusted to your heart’s content providing that ultimate driving position. Then of course there is the sheer height of this luxury off roader, which stands head and shoulders above most other vehicles apart from lorries. This means that the driver and front passenger have a marvellous view of the road ahead, which is perfect for overtaking. Despite its sheer size and weight this 4x4 is pretty quick off the mark and if...

July 08, 2017

Road test: Range Rover

A Hotel For All Seasons

By Mariam NihalSaudi GazetteIf there’s a hotel in London that diligently caters to the Arab audience, it’s the Four Seasons. Get ready to discover your next favorite hotel. It is safe to say that Arab hospitality standards, now taken to new levels by the UAE have really spoiled the Middle East traveler.We know what we want but our expectations grow ten-fold when traveling to the same brand abroad. Used to lavish landscapes back home, the first problem we encounter is limited space. That’s the most common one. But at Four Seasons, all the elaborate and standard problems cease to exist. From the way you are greeted at the door all the way to your Rolls Royce chariot experience, which serves as the house car for its guests, they know how to treat you better.Arabs are known to love...

May 13, 2017

A Hotel For All Seasons

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New Travel Destinations For 2017 Part 2

By Mariam NihalSaudi GazetteLast week we looked at four unique destinations across the world and now it is time to pick up where we left off. Since summer has arrived, everyone is planning their getaway, be it with families or for a fun-packed solo trip. Check out this week’s chosen destinations for adventure, wonder and family entertainment.Lake Lucerne, SwitzerlandA steamer cruise across the cerulean lake of Lucerne on a warm summer’s day is without doubt something you must experience with the family. Saudis love Switzerland and it is not just for the Alps. Not only is the luxury aspect key to tourism derived from the Middle East but its authenticity, natural charm, snow capped mountains and scenic lake views continue to draw tourists from all over the world. Try the cruises on Lake...

April 22, 2017

New Travel Destinations For 2017 Part 2

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