Jeddah is a busy city with lots of malls, restaurants, beaches and a hustle and bustle that just won’t stop. But at its heart is the oasis of Al Balad, the city's oldest neighbourhood. Here is everything you need to know about it.

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Gate to Mecca: How Jeddah’s Oldest Neighbourhood Earned Its Name

Jeddah, one of Saudi Arabia’s main cities, has a rich heritage and culture that has been preserved in the many great museums. Here are eight of the best.

Delve Into the Development of Saudi Arabia at These Museums in Jeddah

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Bogotá, like any capital city, can be an expensive place to visit but there are loads of great free activities to enjoy too, from museums to festivals

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Top 10 Things to Do for Free in Bogotá

Discover the most beautiful beaches in Cartagena Colombia: from paradise Caribbean island beaches to lovely stretches of sand in the heart of the city

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The Most Beautiful Beaches to Visit in Cartagena

Read our guide and discover the picturesque, breathtaking and cultural National Park that is Tayrona.

The Ultimate Guide to Tayrona National Park

Discover the very best hikes in Colombia, from multi-day treks to ancient lost cities, to pretty day hikes through stunning Andean canyons.

The 11 Most Epic Hikes in Colombia

The Cocora Valley is one of the most population tourist attractions in Colombia, but there's more to Salento that that: here are 10 great things to do

Beyond the Cocora Valley: 10 Things to See and Do in Salento

Discover everything you need to know about backpacking in Bogotá, Colombia, including where to stay, what to do and where to eat.

The Ultimate Backpacker’s Guide to Bogotá

Find out how to visit Bogota's most iconic and important tourist attraction in this ultimate guide to the stunning mountain and church of Monserrate.

The Ultimate Guide to Discovering Cerro De Monserrate, Colombia

Do you want to visit Colombia's hidden paradise island of Isla de Providencia? It's not simple, but here's how you can travel to Providencia yourself.

How to Reach Colombia’s Isla de Providencia

Discover the history of Cartagena's iconic palenqueras and the village of San Basilio de Palenque, the first freed slave settlement in the Americas.

A Brief History of San Basilio de Palenque, Cartagena

There's a lot more to Cali than just dancing salsa: from birding in the jungle to hiking up a mountain, here are the best day trips to take from Cali

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The Best Day Trips From Cali, Colombia

Read our guide to the best experiences to be had in the stunning South American country of Columbia.

13 Reasons Why You Should Visit Colombia at Least Once in Your Lifetime

Read all about the best boutique fashion stores in the Colombian capital of Bogota.

The Top 8 Fashion Boutiques in Bogota

Cartagena is a beautiful city but after a few days you'll want to get out and explore the beautiful surroundings: here are 7 excellent weekend trips

The Best Weekend Trips From Cartagena

Colombia's capital Bogotá and it's second biggest city Medellín, both offer unique experiences and activities.

Medellín vs Bogotá: Which City Is for You?

Check out the top ten places to eat a delicious brunch and breakfast in Bogotá, Colombia

The 10 Best Brunch Spots In Bogotá

Smoking shisha is a popular way to relax across the entire Middle East, and Jeddah is no exception.

The Best Shisha Cafés in Jeddah

For most people in Jeddah, the city’s beach is the go-to-destination to escape the city’s busy life. Here are the best private beaches in Jeddah.

These Are the Best Private Beaches in Jeddah

Read this guide to know all about the 11 best things you can see and do in Saudi Arabia's biggest and busiest city, Jeddah.

The Best Things to Do in Jeddah

The Best Travel, Food and Culture Guides for Jeddah, Saudi Arabia - Local News & Top Things to Do

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The Best Shisha Cafés in Jeddah

Smoking shisha is a popular way to relax across the entire Middle East, and Jeddah is no exception.

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These Are the Best Private Beaches in Jeddah

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The Best Things to Do in Jeddah