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Saudi Arabia is a Middle Eastern country in Asia that occupies most of the Arabian peninsula and has both Persian Gulf and Red Sea coast lines. Its surrounding countries are Jordan to the northwest, Iraq to the northeast, Kuwait and Qatar to the east, United Arab Emirates to the south east, Oman and Yemen to the south.
Saudi Arabia contains the holy Muslim cities of Mecca and Medina, to which all able-bodied Muslims are required to make a pilgrimage at least once if possible (see Hajj).
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Entertainment in Saudi Arabia is very family-oriented. There are few activities for just couples or singles. Single men are not allowed in family areas. Family beaches are partitioned from the bachelor beaches, for example. Women are generally expected to be accompanied by a male in public.
ATV rentals are often found along the roadside on the outskirts of major cities. Amusement parks (many of them indoor) are often found near malls or beaches. Desert excursions are particularly popular with the native Arabs. There are few desert dune bashing tour operators, if any. Many upscale hotels provide light activities (especially hotels located along the beaches). Many large cities have public parks and small zoos. Horseback riding, camel riding, etc. are also available at horse-racing tracks and some popular beaches.
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There are numerous American franchises operating in the various cities, including McDonalds, Burger King, Little Caesars, Cinnabon, Pizza Hut, Subway, and Dunkin' Donuts. In addition to chains well-known in Europe and North America, there are some local businesses such as:
- Al-Baik - fried chicken- in Jeddah, Mecca and Madinat-ul-Munawwarah, but not Riyadh
- BAAK - Pizza (thin crust and quite good), fried chicken, lasagna, sandwiches
- KUDU - Saudi sandwich chain [3]
- Herfy Burger - biggest fast food chain in the country, 100% Saudi owned
- House of Donuts - "The Finest American Pastries" - a chain begun by Saudi students who studied in America
- Villa d'Este Cafe - ( Luxury & small coffee shop ) with outdoor garden. Very special place. Al Kahayyat center 2-Tahlyah Street
Your local Saudi or expatriate host may be able to show you some places.
In the evenings, very affordable shawarma is available throughout medium to large cities.
For fine dining, most of the best restaurants are to be found in the larger international hotel chains.
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