The Middle East Sunday Pages

Visiting Saudi Arabia as a Woman

If you are considering visiting Saudi Arabia as a woman you might be unsure of what to expect, you might even feel a little uneasy at the thought especially if you are travelling alone or if you have never been before. As a woman, it's understandable that you might be wondering what to expect when visiting Saudi Arabia. The good news is that Saudi Arabia is safe for women travellers.
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Is Saudi a good Tourist Destination?

If you have found this article then you may be asking yourself “is Saudi a good tourist destination?” I will be really honest with you, there is some debate on whether Saudi Arabia is actually a good tourist destination or not. Some people say that it is not because they claim there are no tourist attractions in the country, while others argue that the country has a lot to offer tourists, including its rich culture and history. In this article, I want to take you through the events, places, and reasons that make me think Saudi is a good tourist destination.
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Is Western Music allowed in Saudi?

In Saudi Arabia, there is no law that states that Western music is not allowed. So the answer to the question is Western music is allowed in Saudi? It is yes. In fact, many Saudis enjoy listening to western music, and there are a number of ways to access it. For example, some Saudis listen to western music through online streaming services such as Spotify or Pandora. Others might download songs from iTunes or other online music stores. or they will buy CDs from western artists.
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Is it expensive to live in the Middle East?

I'm often asked if is it expensive to live in the Middle East but the truth is no matter where you chose to live in the world, for some people the cost of living will be affordable, and for others, it will be too expensive. The Middle East is no different from that. Just like the rest of the world, some parts of the Middle East will be more expensive than others, the reality is however that it's not as expensive to travel or to live there as people think.
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