Bowling Alley in AlKhozama Hotel in Riaydh

Have you ever imagined a bowling place in Riyadh? You think this is a wayy very boring place? Well, think again, because I found myself in only one of the many bowling alleys here in Riyadh. This place is located in Al Khozama Hotel along King Fahad road or on the other side, along Olaya Road near Faisaliyah Mall. There are 4 bowling alleys and a mini bar upon the entrance. But to remind you, there are no alcoholic beverages being sold here, as you know in Saudi..LOL This place is perfect for bonding with friends and family. You can also take off your abaya for women. Not only that, there is one billiard table in one place, and a smoking area as well. But to unavoidable situation, even if there is a smoking area, the place smells like a cigarette company, so children is not advisable to bring in my own opinion. It's better to bring a group with you so that it would be less expensive on your part to rent the whole bowling lane. The cost per game is 10 riyals, and if you want to play another game, it's automatic to go back to zero and you can start all over again. Bringing of food s not allowed and there is a corkage of 200 riyals if you dare to bring some food. You can also reserve a bowling lane ahead of time just by calling them.

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Riyadh - Saudi Arabia

Kingdom Mall
One of the nicest and the tallest building here in Riyadh.

Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the city capital of the country. You think Riyadh is just plain deserted area? Well think again! I'm gonna show you how it looks like living here. Check out some of the pictures below. Riyadh has so many huge, sophisticated malls and tall, well designed beautiful buildings to visit to. You need to plan your visit though specially when you want to catch up the lavishing, tremendously great discounts during the off season sale in the Kingdom. To all ladies out there, it is a must for you to know when the next season sale is. It's not only comes with the planning to shop, it also goes considering an ample budget to shop as well. :)

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Sandstorm Aftermath

I was at home spending time with my little one, when I heard a bang in my room's window glass. 

Oh No! It's sandstorm! Sandstorm usually characterized by a heavy strong wind, with a dusty vague color red orange sky. Sometimes it accompanies with little or heavy rain. It seldom occurs all year round, approximately three to five times a year. It also indicates a change of weather, from winter to summer or the other way around. 

I cannot see anything outside from afar. If you are out driving or crossing the street, just be cautious because the street has zero visibility. In times like this, you have to wear mask to protect you from the dusty wind. 

The sandstorm aftermath is so difficult, because you will have a lot of cleaning up to do. So much dust in all places in the house! Pictures below were the actual photo during and after the thirty minutes episode of sandstorm!

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Vague view of the street during the sandstorm

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Janadriyah Festival 2012

Janadriyah Festival is a national heritage and folk cultural festival. Located 45 kilometres outside Riyadh, geographically at the back of King Khaled International Airport. Janadriya plays hosts to the cultural festival annually. Traditional activities, including folk dances, camel races, arts and crafts exhibits as well as poetry readings are showcased for the entire duration of the festival—it lasts for two weeks and is organized by the National Guard. It also include miniature  replica of Saudi's various ministries and other government agencies. 

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RedSand

Here in Riyadh, people are fond of going to Redsand either during Ramadan or Hajj holidays. During these times, almost all of the companies closes for one week to celebrate the occasions.  Most of the Filipinos come here with their families to unwind and have a relaxing moment. 

This place is only one hour from the city center.  You can bring along food and drinks with you because there's no place you can buy anything you like there. You can also bring a blanket to sit on while you're there. You can also rent for a four wheel motorbike to go around the ground and the top of the mountains.

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