Top 5 Most Popular Shopping Malls in Riyadh

If you’re a shopping enthusiast then you’ve picked the perfect city in Saudi Arabia. Not only is it popular for being the country’s financial center and a rich source of history and heritage, but is also an excellent place for a fun night out and overall entertainment. With its unstable weather conditions, ranging from extremely hot and dusty to bone-chilling cold and windy, its inhabitants had no choice but to seek out other means of entertainment that can be enjoyed indoors. And this is why we chose to make a list of the Top 5 Most Popular Shopping Malls in Riyadh.

And among its highly celebrated forms of entertainment are shopping malls. It may look baffling coming across so many shopping malls and having to pick between them. But that’s what Hala Yalla is here for. Make sure to clear up your plans for the weekend.

Top 5 Most Popular Shopping Malls in Riyadh

 

Riyadh Park 

Top 5 Most Popular Shopping Malls in Riyadh: RiyadhPark

Although being relatively new, it hasn’t taken Riyadh Park long to gain popularity and recognition among people in Riyadh and other cities, as it’s right in the center of the capital. The mall is spacious and holds one of the most fascinating architectural designs. Not just that, Riyadh Park also houses many of the biggest and popular international brands, in addition to having a wide variety of restaurants and coffee shops to choose from, such as The Cheesecake Factory and Salt. If you have kids, then treat them to some of the fun rides at Magic Planet, while you enjoy your time with the most experience immersive and tech-advanced cinema in the kingdom, Vox Cinema.

Address: Northern Ring Road, Al Aqiq.
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Panorama

Top 5 Most Popular Shopping Malls in Riyadh: PanoramaMall

Panorama Mall is pretty well known for housing multiple brands. It may not be the largest but that makes up for easier navigation and reduced anxiety by giving you too many choices and options. It holds a diverse network of amazing restaurants, one of which is Piato, the Italian masterpiece. They’ve got two of the coziest coffee shops in the city, Papparoti, and Ferzatche.

Address: Al Takhaussi Street, Al Mathar Ash Shamali.
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Al Nakheel

AlnakheelMall

This shopping mall will present you with numerous top-quality brands, such as Tommy Hilfiger, COACH, Roberto Cavalli, Beverly Hills, Polo Club, Fred Perry, and many more. There’s also an amazing selection of restaurants and coffee shops. You can enjoy an elegant breakfast at the french cafe: Paul. If you’re a fan of Turkish delicacies then check out Simit Sarayı. Pay a visit to Sparky’s on the 2nd floor, it has options for mechanical adventure games, modern computer games, and three-dimensional cinema, open to all ages. Try out some, or perhaps all of them!

Address: Imam Saud Bin Abdulaziz, Exist 9.
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Granada

GranadaMall

Having recently been expanded, providing greater space along with greater plans of adding more entertainment venues and shopping outlets.  The brands in Granada mall vary with a great selection and an attractive mix of local and international brands that are meant to satisfy the desires of all family members and age groups. On the first floor, you’ll find a wide choice of restaurants and candy shops which are some of the best in the city. There is also a kids’ area on the same floor, you get to enjoy a delicious meal while watching your bundles of joy having the best time of their lives. 

Address: Eastern Ring Road, Al Shuhada.
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Kingdom Center

KingdomCenter

Last but not the least, is one of the most visited tourist spots in Riyadh, the Kingdom Center. It houses a glamourous shopping mall, the Four Seasons hotel, and on the 99th floor lies the Sky Bridge, providing you with a panoramic view of the beautiful city of Riyadh from 300 meters above! The entrance fee is 63 SAR, it’s open from 12 PM – 11 PM on Saturday to Thursday, 4 PM to 11 PM on Fridays. A visit to the Kingdom Center also offers an opportunity to check out highly popular brands, jewelry, and other merchandise. At the basement level, there’s a food court, along with a Caribou Coffee nearby the parking lot, and the biggest in the world: Al Masaa Cafe, talk about an unforgettable experience. 

Address: King Fahad Road, Al Olaya.
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10 Best Shows About Travel to Binge while you Can’t Travel

The global situation ushering people indoors has definitely thwarted a lot of travel plans. But you can have an equally amazing globe-trotting experience from the comfort of your home. We’re here with some of the best shows about travel, to watch while you can’t travel – touché right?

When platforms like Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime provide unlimited binge-worthy fun, it’s gonna take some real effort to get bored at home. 

We’ve compiled a list of top 10 travel shows that talk about food, travel (of course) and overall adventure for those seeking a touch of wanderlust during the quarantine. Read on!

 

  • Parts Unknown

 

Best shows about travel - Anthony Bourdain's Parts Unknown

No ‘best shows about travel’ list can ever be complete without mentioning this legend. At first, it may seem like a show all about food since its host Anthony Bourdain is a former celebrity chef. Soon you’ll realize how different cultures are tied together by the love for food.

He visits cities all over the USA, Europe, and even goes as far as Congo and Libya to explore his love for people, their lifestyles, histories, and of course – good food. 

Bourdain created 12 seasons of the show before he tragically passed away in 2018. The last season was aired posthumously without his legendary voiceovers. 

There’s enough to learn and discover in each of his episodes, so if you’re truly looking for something to binge on – start here!

Watch the trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zQgOKK62GBU

 

  • Planet Earth

 

Planet Earth's cover image

A groundbreaking natural docuseries created by BBC One both seasons of Planet Earth are one of the most extensive and extraordinary shows about our planet. 

Narrated by Sir David Attenborough, the series was filmed over four years across 64 different countries. Covering oceans to the deserts to the polar ice caps and wildlife in all these regions.

The first season was aired in 2006, and owing to its massive popularity, 10 years later in 2016, Planet Eart II was released. Sir David returned to narrate the second season that ventured into jungles, islands, and wild mountains.

A second sequel, Planet Earth III is currently announced and planned to air in 2022.

Watch the trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aETNYyrqNYE

 

  • Street Food: Asia

 

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Highlighting street food vendors in almost 9 cities all over Asia, Street Food is your no-frill, on-the-ground, as local as you can imagine food show. From the creators of Chef’s Table, it’s the new addition to Netflix’s growing originals’ list.

Combining mouth-watering food with travel, each 30-minute episode ventures deep into the history, culture, and struggles of vendors and the stories behind their businesses. 

Experience hawker stalls in Thailand, food carts in India and get to know the world beyond from the comfort of your home.

Watch the trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eI_LjETc_Ak

 

  • Ugly Delicious

 

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Chef David Chang is trotting the globe in hunt of the purest and most authentic forms of food. Rather than just being about food, the series focuses more on the culture behind food in these cities.

Each episode highlights one dish or concept and explores how it’s evolved in different regions. Chang picks up one popular food, like tacos, and traces its history with some famous personality always accompanying him. 

Ugly Delicious is available on Netflix.

Watch the trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pN_XItALHmM

 

  • Chef’s Table

 

Food is truly viewed as art at Netflix’s original docuseries, Chef’s Table. World-renowned chefs share their deeply personal histories and unique styles within the food industry. The Emmy-winning show is about as close as you can get to eating at a restaurant without physically being there.

This is not just a cooking show. It’s about the chefs who’ve carved their own roads to reach where they are now. Step into their shoes and see food from an artists’ perspective as they create super complicated dishes.

A glimpse behind one of the most sought after dining experiences in the world, from your living room!

Watch the trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qKqj85oo2wI

 

  • Dark Tourist

 

Best travel shows - Dark Tourist

Most tourists, adventurers, and thrill-seekers visit popular attractions like beaches, islands, bustling cities, and museums while on vacation. There are also quite many who visit less-known places associated with ancient cult activities. This is dark tourism. 

And journalist David Farrier is doing just that in his docuseries Dark Tourist. It’s the most infamous and recent trend in travel shows. Farrier visits wicked, dangerous places like chemical disaster sites, to museums housing controversial artifacts in his 6-episode season. 

Watch the trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8vV1xaLCONw

 

  • Departures

 

Two best friends from Canada heave their backpacks to venture into the world in their semi vlogging series. It involves road trips to remote places, street food, and discussions on random things.

Scott Wilson and Justin Lukach end up exploring vast areas of the world, looking for unique and thrilling experiences. They show you how fun and low-budget travel can really be. So you can make some impromptu arrangements when you’re out of quarantine. 

Departures seems totally unscripted and improvised showing us the real, raw face of traveling. 

Watch the trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Nq8UYqKwYc

 

  • Jack Whitehall: Travels with My Father

 

A father and son duo set out to explore places and strengthen their bond. Watching it will bring back memories of traveling with your parents – only with more comedy and mishaps.

British comedian Jack Whitehall takes his senior father, Michael on an adventurous trip across Southeast Asia in the first season. They both learn a thing from each other by taking part in unique experiences. 

Watch the trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K4PihmWMaSI

 

  • Somebody Feed Phil

 

This Netflix original follows Phil Rosenthal, the creator of hit sitcom Everybody Loves Raymond on his food adventures to Bangkok, Mexico, New Orleans, and more.

He takes viewers on a goodwill tour of culinary exploration with his affectionate and sometimes over-enthusiastic personality. You can virtually travel with Phil and experience authentic cuisines.

Watch the trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zv29Sjt7LnA

 

  •  The Kindness Diaries

 

One of the best travel shows there is - The Kindness Diaries

In the Kindness Diaries, former broker Leon Logothetis travels around the world on a vintage motorcycle. It might seem like a weird concept at first. But wait till you hear the twist. For the entirety of his trips, he must rely solely on the kindness of strangers for food, shelter, and fuel.

The acts of kindness offered by strangers are heartwarming and humbling to watch. Leon doesn’t accept any money on his travels but listens to endless endearing stories the strangers offer him. 

Kindness 2 and 3 followed after the success and popularity of the first season,. 

Watch the trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vN51oWwwbqg

So who says you gotta travel far to learn and experience things? You can do it right from the comfort of your home, by binging on these amazing travel shows.

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