The closer you look, the more beautiful it becomes.
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is a beautiful land of deserts and vibrant culture. Saudi Arabia is the largest Arab state is Western Asia where the native language is Arabic and the religion is Islam.
Never judge a book by it's cover.
In Saudi, my family and I live on a westernized compound with American food, curriculum and rights, but that doesn't mean everything is American. There are so many different cultures and ethnic groups of people. Everything is diverse. I soon became friends with people from somewhere else across the world. I've had the privilege of trying new foods and games. It's the ultimate clash of cultures.
Becoming an expat changes your perspective of the world.
In Saudi, my family and I live on a westernized compound with American food, curriculum and rights, but that doesn't mean everything is American. There are so many different cultures and ethnic groups of people. Everything is diverse. I soon became friends with people from somewhere else across the world. I've had the privilege of trying new foods and games. It's the ultimate clash of cultures.
Making a few life-long friends along the way
When I moved to Saudi, I met so many amazing and awesome people who can all relate and share experiences. These are the friends I will never forget! These photos are definitely being scrapbooked - To the heart.
Friendship is born at that moment when one person says to another, 'What! You too? I thought I was the only one!
Tackling change together
A home away from home.
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Saudi FACTS
Saudi Arabia is the 13th largest country in the world. Over 95% of the country is either desert or semi-desert.
Saudi Arabia is the birthplace of Islam and home to the religion's holiest shrines, Mecca and Medina.
The Saudi King's official title is "Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques".
It's the largest country without a river.
Having and cosuming pork or alcohol is illegal.
In Saudi, everything closes during salat (prayer time). Salat occurs five times a day with prayer calls being heard the many mosques
The name of Muezzin (who makes the prayer call) faces the direction of the Ka'ba.
Women are forbiden to drive
The currency is called Saudi Riyals. 3.75 SAR (Saudi Riyal) converts to 1 U.S Dollar.
“We travel not to escape life, but for life not to escape us.” – Anonymous
Moving to Saudi has allowed our family to travel to places we thought we'd never see in our entire lifetime.
Learn more about our traveling in the "Adventure" tab.
