Exploring Jeddah, Saudi Arabia for the First Time 🇸🇦 | Vlog

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My bio is pretty random: In short, I am a professional singer/songwriter from Toronto, Canada who moved to Manila, Philippines which sorta became my Hollywood because my first KZbin channel MIKEYBUSTOSVIDEOS grew popular due to Filipino comedy videos. Meanwhile, I'm also a big biology geek who is obsessed with ants, so I built an internationally operating ant business supported by another popular channel called ANTSCANADA, and well basically, today I travel and tour around the world doing what I love so I wanted to start this vlogging channel, in hopes to encourage you guys to follow your dreams no matter how random, by showing you what happened when I followed mine! You just never know where life will take you when you listen to the yearnings of your heart!

[@shaider-ri8hj]

Thats basically tomatoes not promagenate. U make sawsaw 😅😅😅😅 the gerger (veggies? On that tomatoe sauce and combined it with the chicken and rice. Yummy. Hehhehhehe. They called it faham. Inihaw na chicken. Silent subscriber here from the eastern province of saudi arabia.

[@MikeyBustosVLOGS]

Wow! Thank you! It was so good!

[@shaider-ri8hj]

​@@MikeyBustosVLOGSoh. Thanks for the reply. This reply is 5 million mabuhay stars 😅

[@jingsolis]

😂😂😂😂

[@jingsolis]

Mabuhaaaay❤

[@isarich4741]

Good to see Jeddah on your vlog Mikey and Rj, totally different now . Lived there for 7 years when I was still flying with Saudia. 1990-1997..then moved to NYC base. Thanks missed the food and the gold souk (market) love your vlogs . Mabuhay Squad forever!!!

[@HomecookCravingsniOmmalicious]

Qahwa or Arabic coffee is best suitable with dates, dates will serve as your sweetener, and brewed together with the cardamon pod as an added spice. The red sauce is tamatim sauce or tomato sauce with chilis and a bit of coriander, and the raita or yoghurt with chopped cucumber, the green sauce is a mint leaves, vinegar & sugar for dipping meat or lamb. The dessert is mahalabia, it's a sweet milk pudding with ground cardamon.

[@MikeyBustosVLOGS]

Wow! Thank you! So yummy!

[@trishamonroe3981]

I lived in Saudi back in the 80s back then it wasn’t unusual to see 2 men holding hands. Your videos brings back so many wonderful memories, enjoy!

[@Austin_Boath]

Well done for being brave enough to go to Saudi, be careful & stay safe out there

[@minami15368]

Why? ano po meron sa KSA parang nakakatakot naman mah tour.

[@krisetteeugenio5103]

Worked and lived in Riyadh for 5 years. Not scary at all. One of the safest placest for me. I felt safer over there than here in the US.

[@lieselann6794]

Working here in saudi for 10 years and its safer than manila. Just follow the rules and you’ll be fine

[@alainjoyal315]

Hi Mikey and RJ! Indeed, the food in the Middle East is amazing and delicious. Safe trip back home, you both. Can’t wait to see the animals again soon at the Mabuhay Squad. P.S. Thank you for choosing me for the comment of the day. Really appreciate it. Alan & Danny Ottawa, Canada 🍁

[@rafaelcollado3767]

Hello Mikey and RJ! I was surprised to hear that you’re in Jeddah. Many OFWs would be thrilled to know you’re here, especially given our large community in the city. With Saudi Arabia becoming more open to tourism, Jeddah’s unique blend of history, culture, economic significance, and urban lifestyle really sets it apart from other cities. As for wearing shorts, I don’t think it’s forbidden, except in public offices. It’s not just Filipinos wearing above-the-knee shorts; you’ll also see many foreign males and locals jogging in shorts. Just make sure it’s appropriate for the setting. I hope to see you both when you return, and please let the Philippine Consulate know so they can show you what life is like in KSA and the real Arabian culture. Stay blessed!

[@sandrabentley8111]

I feel bad for any overseas worker having to be in Saudi Arabia. Horrible country!

[@shaider-ri8hj]

​@@sandrabentley8111huh? What arw u talking about?

[@sandrabentley8111]

@@shaider-ri8hj Saudi Arabia is a very restrictive, conservative country. Not many freedoms. They still behead people! Horrible.

[@rafaelcollado3767]

@@sandrabentley8111 I understand your concern, but it's important to consider that experiences in Saudi Arabia can vary widely. Many overseas workers find opportunities for good pay and professional growth here. While there are certainly challenges, some people have positive experiences and appreciate the cultural exchange. It's a complex situation, and individual experiences can differ greatly.

[@DhexSiribanBuhayOFW]

Hello Mr. Mikey. I love seeing you visit Saudi Arabia. Holding hands is acceptable than “akbay” (putting one’s arm over another shoulder of someone). But it also depends on the context. Wearing shorts below the knee is acceptable. Traditional restaurant is the best. The red paste is grind tomatoes with chili, coriander. I am hoping you try CAMEL or GOAT meat. It’s the Best Mr. Mikey. Always greet specially entering any establishment or approaching someone. Just say Salam or Salamu alaykum. Thanks for sharing and visiting KSA. I felt like roaming around saudi arabia again with your videos Mr. Mikey. Thank you

[@merlemanalo3730]

I was smiling while watching ur vlog Mikey! (Mabuhay follower here 🤩). The way u appreciate the food here in Saudi is just amazing! Hope u can explore the country more in the future. There's definitely more delicious food for u & RJ to try and even the tourist spots that will rise soon. Mwuah mwuah 💕

[@ma.rosariolourdesbtolentin6900]

Thank you so much for always making US a part of your daily life.....whether it be in your Mabuhay Farm or your travel vlogs here and abroad...you always make US feel IMPORTANTand so much a PART OF YOUR LIVES....THANK YOU!!!!❤🎉

[@megaramuffin]

You killed me “we gotta be straight, gotta be straight!” Reminds me of a smosh character called “straight chance”

[@karenschoonmaker]

I was so afraid for Mikey because I thought his “gayness” was a bit too obvious at times. I kept thinking just use your acting skills and “play a straight man” lol. But you are who you are and it’s so sad that people have to hide that or face such drastic punishment. But happy you had a nice time ❤

[@aashanahmad4207]

So Mikey isn't straight???😲

[@flormacaraig7332]

Hello Mikey and RJ, I'm a bit nervous watching this vlog coz of some restrictions in Saudi.It's nice that both of you enjoyed your stayed/tour to that beautiful place of Jeddah,I can't wait to see both of you to come back to PHil /at Mabuhay farm house, take care and God bless you both 💞

[@anisahinfocus7428]

Hi Mikey, as a Muslim we pray five times a day. Before praying, washing our feet is part of the ablution, that is we wash before we pray.

[@DinnoPascual-o3k]

Hello to Mikey & R.j.! Have a great funday at the Saudi Arabia! Enjoy eats, drinks and shopping! Plz! Be careful and be safe out there! 😘✈️🇸🇦🥘🥤🙏🫰

[@katkat2850]

Welcome to my childhood hometown! Lived there for 17 years and it has a special place in my heart. Try their shawarma, laham and foul. It's some of the best!

[@abdulazizmonifi6016]

Hi guys hope you enjoyed Jeddah and had fun. Unfortunately lots of reviews about Saudi is written about travelers long time ago, since our vision 2030 saudia has changed and lots of old misconceptions about us and our culture were corrected The small stick thing in the airplane is actually roller with perfume not a lip palm Saudi coffee is actually filled with caffeine like other coffee If you ever coming again try to book you trip to Riyadh during Riyadh season, would be happy to give you guys a tour Enjoy and happy to help

[@chonakitty1228]

Thanks for feeding the cat, I enjoyed the Saudi vlog and the food looks really yummy.

[@mariloushelledy]

Mikey and RJ, thanks for bringing us on another adventure. 🥰

[@aivonnmariomo2387]

WARNING: Make sure you have food (or at least not hungry/starving) while watching Mikey’s videos. OR ELSE you will starve to death because of inggit!! LOLOLOL!! 🤣🤣🤣

[@Bildgesmythe]

Absolutely!

[@mercy-t9z]

Napapalunok na lang ako sa sarap ng kinakain ni Mikey.😂😂😂

[@marymurphy9325]

You're a different breed of human. I wouldn't support the tourism of a country i couldn't be myself in or somewhere I'm not welcome as myself. Good for you.

[@mrstaceyjackson]

lovely cat , blessings of bast upon thee.

[@CapriceSoulsister67]

MIKEY!!! I LOST IT when you were eating the chicken and the little boys were watching you and laughing. It made my heart smile, but that chicken looked SO GOOD!

[@laraaguilar5901]

I love watching your vlogs.im working in jeddah,you should have tried the famous ALBAIK,the jollibee of Saudi.

[@jasonquinones4901]

I'm a Filipino based in Dubai and when I am home, even when I'm in PH, Id sometimes wear the short sleeved Kandura. It breezy and cozy to wear specially on hot/warm days. It's very affordable, you should've bought one. 😉 About being out late,... Here in the middle east, malls and food/entertainment establishments stay open until late night usually until 11pm during weekdays, 12midnight or even 1-2am during the colder winter months or during Ramadan. This is one of those 'reverse culture-shock' I get everytime I'm in the PH. I'm always surprised that restaurants and malls closed at 9pm! ,🤷🏻

[@thebeautycritique512]

Lovely vlog. Mikee’s voice and excitement were Mabuhay Stars-great. RJ’s cute. Cheers!

[@suzannebrookes5950]

Mikey in food heaven is always a funny watch, glad you both have had a fantastic time, be careful out there and I look forward to catching up on the happenings in Pantdora x

[@maryannbootsong2412]

I asked my friend who's working in KSA for many years now. He said you had KAPSA. The one where plastic was placed on top of the carpeted floor. Use hands while eating. Then roll the plastic again after eating for disposal. 🙂

[@livetolearn3812]

OMG mikeeey!!! I wish I knew you were here in Jeddah!!! I am a fan!!! My dream is to see you and RJ!!! I work in Saudia airlines as well, i am a flight attendant as well based in Jeddah, i wish to see you one day.. that is my dream

[@Peaceful903]

Thank you Mikey for bringing us along with your travel 👍

[@nevermind7884]

Wow RJ with the dad joke, Saudilicious🤣

[@MikeyBustosVLOGS]

🤣🤣🤣

[@roseyrose9467]

That Chicken made me hungry. The food looked delicious. That circular aquarium was amazing. It almost looked like CGI

[@row334]

Hello to both of you. In USA that pasta you said is butterfly pasta. Here we call that bow tie pasta.Thanks for bringing me with you on your nice trip

[@joanneahmed8772]

welcome to jeddah saudi arabia. subscriber her since 2022. im from makkah 1 hr away from jeddah. i wish i saw both of you and help you explore the place but im on duty . the food you eat from the restaurant called chicken faham. enjoy your stay there. the coffee u drink in the plane is called qahwa coffee , it is good to drink especially if you have headache. try the chicken or beef shawarwa there especially grilled in coal. try to visit Boga restaurant it is a health food resto

[@centurytuna100]

Omg from the plane view down to the roads and houses reminds me of my days in Dubai. That local restaurant is a lot more interesting than fast foods on the mall. I used to go to afghan restaurants cuz it's a lot cleaner and tastier than Indian restaurants. That rice is biryani. They really eat without a spoon and fork and food are served really hot. That dipping sauce with cucumber is called "raita"- with yogurt. U will not feel full cuz biryani aren't that heavy on the tummy + glycemic index is a lot lower.

[@r.g.i.alakdancanada8803]

The sawsawan that u thought was made of pomegranate was made of tomatoes, green peppers,rock salt and parsley leaves, placed in a blender. You can have it with ur white rice . Marhaba and Enjoy Saudia!

[@nyangnyang6946]

Indeed your vlogs are my dose of positive vibes.

[@beverlybernal6937]

I loved watching your videos. My husband and I loved Arabic food. May GOD bless you Mikey and RJ always. ❤❤❤

[@johntia6852]

So many yummy food in arabic country and I miss that specially the paratha bread with chicken green leafy vegetables and the sauce yummyyy😋😋😋 I'm happy for you at na enjoy ninyo ni Rj ang Saudi kahit mainit😊more vlogs to come😊 God Bless...

[@keithpdx]

Food looks great, glad you're having a good time. Stay safe however as their world is not friendly to us.

[@dennisbucoy7597]

Wow Mikey and RJ nices vlogs for your trip….Ive watched all of them and thank you for sharing it to us….see you back on your farm home okay🤗🤣😎👍

[@69spaks]

2:15 mikey always do this😂 and it make's me laugh always😂 hahaha!

[@nakngtikbalang]

Very entertaining to watch, welcome here to jeddah kabayan. 🇵🇭💚🇸🇦

[@naizateresa884]

huwaaaaa yung namiss ko tuloy ang KABSA and SHAWARMA in Saudi Arabia .....

[@SAHamel_]

one word, Freedom !!! 💗💗💗

[@Basque-Aragon]

The food looks amazing, so many healthy options!

[@PlantswithCoffee]

It’s rocket holland leaves and yes it is an Arugula… usually it has a little bitter taste on it. So it’s just wise to put lime or lemon on it… you can eat in between as it actually cleanse out your pallet from chicken.. The red sauce there i believe is a tomatoe sauce which arabic used to actually serves.. Im not familiar with this chicken with rice in saudi, coz its not even look like a biryani to me. But am sure the rice tasted a kind of salty and nutty :)) love that combo…

[@jomarchubillaebol2716]

Omg i really miss Jeddah.. 5yrs ako nag work sa Jeddah and yes the Arabic food is really good.

[@TheMJTaylor]

Best part of my week.

[@SA_461]

Leaves are called GERGER to be paired with meet the red one is just tomatoes and the white ones are the sauce that you pour to the rice , the chicken is roasted called dajaj faham

[@sisken12]

Great blog! Loved it 😊

[@lieselann6794]

Wow! welcome to saudi sir mikee and rj! Mabuhay squad here🖐🏻. Hope to see you here in riyadh.❤

[@elyzabdeejay6060]

More of your travel vlogs . ... Miss them

[@brendabohannon2529]

Thank you for sharing your travels with us!

[@thomaseagles1026]

Great to see u enjoyed ur trip to different countries.🇨🇦🦅

[@SquidandCatAdventures]

When you said you ordered randomly, RJ gave a look that I was guessing to be more like "random" after hours of researching a destination and knowing some things to look for, lol. That's the way I travel - I enjoy the anticipation, but with all the planning, I still enjoy the spontaneous and surprising when I'm there.

[@FreshwaterAdventures]

It’s good to see you roaming around in Jeddah and eat local foods actually its an afghanistan restaurant Biryani house or kabsa house whatever they call it, they served delicious chicken barbecue its called faham means charcoal grilled chicken, hope to see you 😅 btw thats a blended tomatoes and some herbs sauce for chicken rice

[@jonnalynjuan3729]

Faham namis ko yan i worked in Saudi before. Usually my free na kubos bread yan hehe im happy you guys tried going there kakaiba din ang experience diba.

[@Callmehvivi850]

I love seeing the excitement on your face when you see food. And RJ is so cute and adorable. I really enjoy watching your videos. ❤

[@ginpachi1]

Man, those kitties were packin’ heat, so cute 🥰

[@MachaEve-xd2yh]

Wow,, so nice naman

[@sandrabentley8111]

Saudi is way too restrictive for my tastes. But enjoying the vlog anyway. Always great seeing you two no matter where you are!

[@SquidandCatAdventures]

Thanks for vlogging. Honestly, Saudi Arabia is a country I'll probably never get a chance to visit so it was very interesting. People were out late but I wonder if it's only socially acceptable for men to be out.

[@sandrabentley8111]

I would never want to go! Way too restrictive.

[@victoriaylagan557]

Tuwang tuwa ako sa iyong facial expressions while eating ..mukhang masarap talaga😂😂😂❤❤❤❤ enjoy ako watching sa vlog mo..god bless❤❤❤

[@rickymd181]

So informative. Saudi Arabia is a beautiful country. Thank you for sharing Mikey and RJ. Have a blast. Take care. Btw, loved watching your vlogs Mikey. ❤

[@milacaibal3976]

Thanks Mikey and RJ for sharing your travels. Nice to see Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. It must be nice to taste their different cuisine. Take care and more power to you guys. ❤❤❤

[@WillyYoung-hx5jq]

This is in Balad downtown, the oldest in the city. Visit the incensed market and religious beads .

[@cerie-cp7ju]

Love how you eat Mikey; safe travels to Phils.

[@tiffanyy329]

Black color on RJ looks so good! #colormatching

[@jandelcazarvlog848]

Wow you are in Jeddah Saudi Arabia Sana na meet ko kayo mga idol take care always ❤

[@annoba2021]

Omg..you made it to Al Balad! ♥️ Glad you both had a fun time in Jeddah! 😊 I went to the same gym in that hotel how cool and surreal you walked around in all the familiar spots in Jeddah ! 😎 Lots of changes in Saudi now since 2017 when we first arrived in the area . Women can now drive, and it’s no longer a requirement to wear an abaya as long as one dresses conservatively. Only thing is pork and liquor are still forbidden 🚫😂 Another great vlog that made me hungry for Arabic food! Thank goodness for Door Dash delivery (here in USA) 🤣😅

[@annoba2021]

So glad you are both back home now with your puppies and other pets! ….recharged from your travels. Best feeling 🥰

[@loindagubatanga4680]

Hi, Mikey & RJ!!! It's my first time to comment but I've been watching your blog for a long time now. I love all your content especially food and travel. Pls keep on blogging. I'm here in Toronto and I'm a dialysis patient.

[@TiToNonoy]

Great place to explore. Thank you for feeding the cat❤ Have a safe flight

[@butchpadilla7900]

yay! 10 mabuhay stars🎉🎉🎉

[@lorieaprentado7744]

Wowwww..Amazing tour at Jedah. Thank you Mikey and RJ for bringing us too in your journey exploring beautiful counties. Glad you enjoy and the yummy food wherever you eat make our mouth watering too hqha..Arabic food really authentic and healthy. I missed it too because i was there before at Abu Dhabi. Keep traveling and enjoy life. Stay happy and love each other dearly. Kisses 💋💋💋

[@carlotatuatis7095]

Wow nice fountain awsome

[@levoregrant7058]

Love watching you guys. Brings me joy. 😊

[@mariannemira9358]

Thank you for this interesting awesome and very informative travel vlog👏⭐💖

[@yagagzable]

Thank you for touring us around Jeddah, Mikey!

[@mamehgen5636]

Ay sayang di ka namin nakita dito sa Jeddah nag punta pala kayo sa Balad..enjoyyy❤❤❤

[@helen73m]

I love watching you eat Mikey, such enthusiasm for your food

[@Manny.namnam]

Wow, the food looks really good.

[@krisetteeugenio5103]

Miss na miss ko na ang shawarma at Kabsa! I’m drooling here in Texas! Thanks for taking me back to the Kingdom through your vlog!❤❤❤

[@angeline7721]

Im from kuwait mabuhay squad too but origin from floridablanca pampanga...

[@vonbrown292]

I see the blessing abound with you and your family.

[@liliahalas5123]

I love how you love and enjoy your food 😋❤

[@patrickpine4831]

Hope you had a great time on trip, congratulations 🎉 🥳🎉, on such a beautiful trip, 👋🏻.

[@tiffanyy329]

I'm dying laughing at Mikey touching the super hot food with his hands LOL 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@PlantswithCoffee]

Coffee has caffeine… Whether it is roasted light, it still has caffeine unless it will undergo decafienation process. The coffee that you just had is called arabic coffee , usually made of a very light roasted arabica coffee beans. Each part of gcc has different way of preparing arabic coffee. Some has kind of light brown to dark, some are pale yellow to almost fainty orange.

[@sarahtlibanan7294]

Happy here to watched

[@delcristobal4015]

You’re so funny Mikey eating by your hands! 😅It’s good you know how to used your fingers eating, I don’t think my Canadians born grown ups children could eat there! You’re both adventorous!

[@Giz-Taz]

“Saudi-licious” that is funny 😂 the first dish you ate (rice with chicken) is called Kabsa and it is has different variety. The one you ate was Faham or charcoal grilled. Good to see you both enjoying Saudi.

[@christineorfanel259]

Awesome experience u had there. Lucky for u.😂❤

[@corazonp821]

Re: plane food... Samosa is what you call that triangular fried savory. Dessert was pistachio kunafa.

[@ALMERsCorner]

good choice of food, seems we called it here Chicken Kabsa.

[@jerijoylove]

tysm for showing us Saudi Arabia and their culture! The food looks amazing. i love hummus,their bread, rice, chicken but the rest i haven't tried yet. After work I now feel like going to the grocery store to buy hummus and thebread lmao

[@malik8315]

Idk why but I was so nervous watching this whole vlog. Glad you and RJ are back home safe 😅

[@amazinglytin5392]

I can sleep just listening to your voice, Mikey! 😂 So calm and it's not hurting my ears lol

[@theresanessralla1126]

My first comment was premature. The pita bread appeared at other eateries you went to . Loving this vlog in Saudi Arabia ❤

[@Ceessyyy]

yeeey new vlog!!!

[@carlotatuatis7095]

Thats a bsby spinach yogurt with cucumber they mix them with rice or biryani or basmati rice

[@sosguerrero9688]

Rice is life literally here in Saudi arabia.. next time visit riyadh too. .