What is it Like in SAUDI ARABIA? Exploring Jeddah

Exploring the historic district of Jeddah, the second largest city of Saudi Arabia on the Red Sea.
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[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

I showed more of Jeddah in Part 1: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mpTClHuwq856pJY

[@SuiGenerisAbbie]

Enjoying these vids., from S.A. I have enjoyed your videos for years! Thank you for voyaging so intrepidly, Gabriel.

[@jojoahmd123]

Travel to the south and north of Saudi Arabia

[@malconsak]

For people wondering its really hot during the day in jeddah.. so ppl either at schools/jobs or their homes in the noon.. ppl would start going out to the streets and shops etc by 5 PM..

[@fantasticworld7485]

Exactly and good point. It’s funny how people always say the streets are empty because of the heat which has nothing to do with it because it’s that way even during winter. The city is spread out that’s why people drive directly to work or schools. Only restaurants, cafes and malls are open from early morning.

[@daadirmohamed6580]

Like Somali

[@QadarBale]

@@daadirmohamed6580 what are you talking about somalia is not that hot people can outside anytime anyway say like Somalia not like Somali

[@israrimran8584]

Weldone nate keep up the Fantastic vlogs, ur doin a fab job bro 👌🏾👍🏾✌🏽 Mashallah Nuff Respect 4rm uk

[@bb1786]

​@Fantastic World! Winter is not that cold in Jeddah some other parts do get chilly

[@sbailey101]

I wanted to say I appreciate that you give the date, time of day (and temperature) and some context to your opening statement. Also the historical background information is great. It orients the viewer and lets them know what you are experiencing in real time and sets the stage for that days adventure.Thanks for the work you put into these productions.Also a nice little twist is the tease when you are about to enter a new country, it keeps us guessing.

[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

Excellent, glad to hear it.

[@moa3810]

eerie feeling from watching this city

[@jf7sm53]

that guy was so proud of his fish. this is so fun to watch.. just a man, searching for food, traversing old city streets, going up random stairs, studying someone’s rusted bike.. quality content. thank you.

[@oscardavidson1911]

Gabe, thanks so much! I look forward to your vlogs every day, places I'll never be able to visit, but wonderful to experience. Dude, you are fearless! Can't imagine walking in some of the places you go with everyone staring at you. But I'm glad you do! Great job as always...

[@ali.m1403]

Well, I’m not Saudi but I born and lived there. People looking at him because he filming with a camera. Too many nationality living there, too many European living there, and it’s much safer than too many countries around the world, even at late night for women or men it’s safe you can walk or drive alone. Like most Arabic countries.

[@ali.m1403]

@@maija9927 no you can’t Only with investment too much money

[@leeannenosko8518]

Thanks for sharing. I grew up in Jeddah from the 60s to early 80s. That’s the Jeddah I remember ❤

[@W3S3333]

I was there in the late 90s. My dad had lived there before in the 70s and had said how much it had grown. I loved Jeddah and I miss it.

[@mohammedalqassim3668]

And the atmosphere and vibes are very nice at night, all shops and restaurant are open and you will find everybody around

[@marafarnham595]

Thank you Gabriel for videos of Saudi Arabia, you will have to visit and explore more of this country! 😊❤😎☀️

[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

I agree, I'll have to come back sometime to see much more of the country.

[@marafarnham595]

@@GabrielTravelerVideos Be safe 🙏

[@wandering4peace884]

@@GabrielTravelerVideos You should then visit Al Ula. Enjoy your time in Saudi! My second home.😍

[@chrisc9869]

I’m enjoying your videos in Saudi Arabia great job

[@griffmustard]

Fish and Rice sound good man !!

[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

Thanks for watching to the end. 😊

[@UJ-pr1gw]

Jeddah is full of Yemenis, Indians, Pakistanis, and Africans not to be racist but most of the people you came across we're not Saudis, people in the noon are at work or school nobody really hangs out in that weather

[@Moemuntz]

Just had a look at Twitter and looks like the area you’re in is being renovated. It’s a historic district (Al Balad)…Those old buildings with wooden facade look incredible. Hope they keep/repair them.

[@knightara]

All of it will be renovated and are being renovated completely now.. Even the type of market will probably be changed to more restaurants and cafés..

[@joeydowney2865]

come back to Liverpool Gabriel

[@markcargill9734]

My teenage years spent downtown Jeddah was looking after the street cats with mt Bosses wife. Happy days.

[@raulfernandojajajaja7610]

I just accept a job offer in Jeddah. Going there in 1 month! Really helpful this video. Thanks !

[@sandratessem9980]

Jeddah is a beautiful city. My husband worked on a Pan Am contract in 1960's

[@333halfangel3]

I was not even born...1960

[@horseplop9]

The airline.?

[@MARC-FENIX]

So you call rubble "beautiful"? Sorry but Saudia Arabia is a no go for a couple of reasons and for some reasons more.

[@pipilongue]

oh my goodness the 60's. I arrived with my family in 1972 to dhahran, unbelievable adventures with unbelievable memories!

[@333halfangel3]

@@MARC-FENIX fully agree.

[@mbad123]

Fish and rice in balad area is world tastiest food.. you should have tried you can get shawarma and other food any where but fish and rice taste of balad you have missed ..

[@jacksondrake-lost]

All of the winding alleyways simply hypnotize me. All of them all over the world.

[@rikdeere]

Having been to Indonesia about 25 times in the last couple decades, can say there's many Indonesians going back and forth to Saudi Arabia - and vice-versa. As well, there's many Arabic words and terms mixed into the Indonesian language and culture. I think you may have happened upon a small Indonesian enclave there. The shops in the area were called "toko" which basically means a shop or store.

[@SilverfoxJB]

The Saudis don't want to work. So they import cheap labour from places like Indonesia. They will have a miserable existence there.

[@nalongoletisha]

Hello Gabriel traveler thanks for always traveling with us

[@user-gu5zi7oc3f]

Welcome to Jeddah Gabe

[@SilverfoxJB]

Its really freed up. Look at all those women out having fun. All those restaurants. Souless, looking place.

[@W3S3333]

I lived in Jeddah from 1998-2001. So many feral cats and traffic circle monuments! Soooo hot!! And when it rains it is crazy! Also sandstorms!! And Al-Balad (old Jeddah) is OTHERWORLDLY! I went into a beautiful underground Mosque there. Exquisite tiling!!

[@ibnbattuta1304]

I was a tourist in Saudi Arabia in 2010. This was when they were experimenting with foreign tourism. They shut down for awhile afterwards. Now they are opening up again. 😁

[@tariqalanzi1366]

You are welcome to Saudi, come to Riyadh you will love it 🇸🇦

[@estebargus83]

Come back again to Saudi Arabia, sir in the future. Lots of good food places to try, and amazing tourist spots

[@joydeeproy1580]

I like your switching to local music wherever you are visiting. Music always the soul of the place. In England I hope you switch to the Beatles.

[@TheProjectDiamond]

Nah bro Stormzy

[@liban2]

Na listen to digga d and tion Wayne

[@sunshine2049]

I went to Jeddah In the mid 90s, it was so hot. I went to Sari Road and we ate at Pizza Hut

[@aishathfaazi63]

No one walking ,Only you👀👍so calm❤️

[@Johongetpanget]

Welcome here in Jazan Saudi Arabia im intrigued all of your videos travel and travels wow ohm wanna do that.

[@lizajane1878]

Pack on the sun screen Gabe!

[@dimitrastavrou3761]

VERY BEAUTIFUL CITY GABRIEL ! !

[@kojarart3184]

Good to see you in my city. Come back again you are more than welcome.. still there are many thing to explore.

[@PerfumedByTheSea]

My dad used to work there in the early 80s. He lived there for four years, I know he really liked it out there, we stayed here in the UK, interesting to see how it looks.

[@jennyoshea1958]

Looking forward to your road trip to England, Gabriel. Weather looks good with sunshine (hopefully) 🌞👒🙂

[@humblebee8334]

Looking at the laundry out to dry it looks like labourers from Bangladesh stay in those apartments and people from south Asian countries

[@TallTravels]

I had no idea what Saudi Arabia actually looked like, thanks!

[@ashleystyles6888]

Saudi Arabia is nothing like that. Jeddah and Riyadh are jewels in the crown. The rest of the country is a dump. Poor. And desert as far as the eye can see covered in trash. Disgusting. I lived there for 6 years for the only reason any westerner does=money. The place is proper crapola

[@TallTravels]

@@gladyswilliams336 As someone who is 6 foot 6 inches tall, I reserve the right to call myself Tall Travels 😅. The only picture I had in my head about Saudi Arabia, was the people running round and round at Haj 😁.

[@TallTravels]

@@gladyswilliams336 No problem Gladys. I also get a bit tetchy when I need a cup of tea! Thank you, take care.

[@pipilongue]

hi....jeddah is a crowded bustling city..it appears you may have gone out during prayer time when shops are closed for several hours during the afternoon.I first went to jeddah as a young American teenage girl and the old sook had very few buildings in 1972. it was an experience of a lifetime and my parents ending up staying for 25 years. its so unbelievable to see what it looks like now.

[@kyleonthedial]

I was there too as an American teenager in 1975, My father was there building the new airport, wasn't it unreal? It was all desert back then. Would love to compare notes. Never met anyone else who experienced it then and at our age and as young girls.

[@pipilongue]

@@kyleonthedial hi kyle....no one even heard of or knew where Saudi was back then. It's an experience like no other...I'll never forget the night we arrived at 2 am in the morning at Dharan airport...and no one was there to pick us up. It was such a different world. Yes, it would be interesting to share stories.

[@kyleonthedial]

@@pipilongue how can we contact each other privately? do you know?

[@johnokeefe3841]

Odd place, not a lot to do or see if your a tourist. I think we would be bored in a day!! Thanks Gabriel..

[@jasondsimpson]

The Souq doesn’t really come alive until after dark when it’s cooled down

[@terrygauvin3961]

Great video 👍 always so interesting ❤️ 👍

[@garyk3765]

Great video. I’ve walked those same streets. You were definitely down where the souks are at. I guess by now you’ve figured out that nothing opens up until late in the afternoon.

[@adataylor6793]

Love the new black cap Gabriel, I was hoping you would get a new one as the red was quite faded from the hot sun! lol I am observant not only of the places you bring us to, but your new purchases! That's what grammas do! Enjoy Saudi

[@kurtagneloc2327]

Thank You Gabriel Traveler, Highly informative and a Good Personal Vid to help new comers into Jeddah.

[@Floki_Ulvehjerte]

Cool video- I really appreciate all your videos:)

[@Outandaboutinlife]

Much more interesting part of the city. I love all the intricate wooden structures on the buildings. Poor kitties.

[@randallbrown873]

Thank you. Gabriel. What a great walk tour .thank you for taking us on your travels.

[@johncarlson7338]

Ok This county is off the list to visit.

[@FakeNews_Ignored]

Thanks for making these incredible videos. 👍

[@sandratessem9980]

Love the old doors

[@Durga695]

Glad you found some good food, you walked quite a way to find something....Strange, it seems so modern, yet for the most part deserted, everyone minding their own business.

[@humblebee8334]

They come out in the evenings because of the extreme heat

[@dalthagafi]

People go out at around 4-5 when the sun isnt so scorching hot lol

[@Durga695]

@@dalthagafi Even in the evening when Gab, went for a walk on the seaside promenade, there were hardly any people, in the cooler time.

[@osa5752]

@@Durga695 Jeddah is a tourist city in Saudi Arabia, Gaby came at an exam time for schools in Saudi the city is empty, if he comes on vacation it will become the most crowded city in the Middle East I live here 😂

[@dockovacs4089]

Just back from 3 weeks in UK. Thank you so much for T-Mobile tip. It saved us so very much.

[@teknav1]

Hi Gabriel! You walked by several restaurants with Arabic signs only; "MAT'AAM" (restaurant). If you knew Arabic, you would have visited one of them. Never go inside someone's house uninvited; being lost/a tourist is not an excuse. A general greeting...AHLAN (Hello) YA HAG (male) or HAGGAH (female). Safe travels!

[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

I agree, I would never step inside someone's home. I'm assume the stairwells of an apartment complex are okay, but maybe I'm wrong.

[@dalthagafi]

@@GabrielTravelerVideos its fine if you go into an apartment complex but the residents will give you weird looks lol

[@commoneuropeanstarling]

A very happy ending with the lovely souk and finally something decent to eat. Look forward to more.

[@normanlee31]

No restaurant, not one local woman on the street,! Definitely has its own vibe!

[@farisw.a9179]

Lol there’s but we all show up after 7pm . It’s hot Mr

[@whereisgabri3641]

Laundry drying very fast? Lol quite the opposite as Jeddah’s weather is humid as hell! I am here since 2 days and finally managed to get my pants dry after a wash

[@zlsandayofficial]

Walk through jeddah seaside by 6pm till 9pm to avoid heat from morning till afternoon!

[@griffmustard]

Another coastal city, which is still being built is Jubail. It is located on the eastern side of the Country, on the Arabian Gulf. Its population is steadily growing, as more housing and other infrastructures are built.

[@living_peace]

Where is arabian gulf ? do you mean Persian gulf ? because all of the world recognize as Persian gulf 🤔

[@user-cv5fq4lu8w]

@@living_peace on the other bank is in Arab nation called ahwaz that been occupied form Britain and then handed to Persians so both banks are Arabic the "world " aka west calling it Persians gulf is for complex reasons from Arabic culture and history, west have painful history with Arabs same as their friends Persians

[@griffmustard]

@@living_peace Google Maps has it listed as both Persian and Arabian Gulf. When I visited Saudi, it was referred to as the Arabian Gulf.

[@osa5752]

Jeddah is a tourist city in Saudi Arabia, you came at an exam time for schools in Saudi the city is empty, if you comes on vacation it will become the most crowded city in the Middle East I live here 😂It saddens me that you didn't go to the waterfront.

[@CMEAGAIN]

For a country with no lakes or rivers, they sure do love their Fish

[@Mk-rd1xd]

We do have a 2640 km coastline and 1300 islands. The red sea where Jeddah is located considerd to have one of the richest marine life in the world.

[@georgepetrin1334]

Thanks for the video. I've crossed Jeddah off my list.

[@zaidaluckman5352]

I missed the Ballad Corniche in Jeddah , brings back the memories 😄

[@maryannelarsen1186]

Great to see a bit of Saudi Arabia.

[@kayflip2233]

Saudi is basically just like anywhere else in the middle east - lovely culture, friendly and disciplined locals, warm Arab hospitality, Western comforts everywhere, beautiful architecture and history everywhere. As a Filipino American, I have traveled all over the Middle East and Gulf and it's the safest and most hospitable and friendly region in the world to me. Not just because Filipinos are well known all over the Middle East and Gulf and the locals have a long history with them and sometimes even speak some Tagalog, but the people are truly, truly nice and want you to enjoy their culture. I feel a bit more home in the Middle East than most people though, just because of the abundance of Filipinos living in almost every Arab country.

[@ageoflove1980]

Lovely culture, very friendly and hospitable. Unless you are gay of course, or a woman, or have a political opinion as a journalist, or want to watch a movie. Other than that, yes very friendly.

[@kayflip2233]

@@ageoflove1980 Not all cultures have to conform to Western rules. That's the problem, you're brainwashed to have the attitude that all other cultures have to be like yours. If you've never live abroad, learned another language, have a very diverse group of friends since childhood where you've grown up around their families to understand their culture etc., it's hard to understand.

[@maxnavsa4470]

@@ageoflove1980 you should stick to Texas.

[@ageoflove1980]

@@kayflip2233 Ah, so gay people just dont understand your culture? Great explantation, thanks for helping me out here. Now I hope you are aware of the fact that modern science is quite clear in its conclusions that being gay or any member of the LGBT community, is mostly just how they are because of their genes and not by choice or "culture". You might want to read up on which things cause sexual orientation and why punishing people for having the"wrong" sexual orientation might not be the way to go. In my opinion, people shouldnt be punished for things that they have absolutely no responsability or control over : Race, gender and so forth. This is all covered in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights by the United Nations in 1948. The whole point is, is that some things simply transcend culture and are, regardless of what you believe, simply your right as a member of the species Homo Sapiens. Now if believing in this makes me "brainwashed" as you so eloquently point out, im more than happy to be just that.

[@kayflip2233]

@@ageoflove1980 Yeah, there's lots of other stuff like imperialism, slavery, putting people in gas chambers, unnecessary wars, segregation, looting resources, invasions of almost every country on earth, genocide etc - all of that stuff is bad, bad, bad, but you feel so mortally superior to criticize very minor stuff in comparison that other countries do. So hypocritical. Look at your past and look in the mirror first. Yes, you are definitely brainwashed.

[@elisabti8370]

Very unique and special place to See. Thank you 💖💖💖

[@BakerWild]

very interesting all the wooden balconies (name?) with shutters seemingly clinging to the buildings, I've never seen those before, then again I've never been to this part of the world. Thanks for taking us!

[@mahmudanooz227]

Those balconies called روشان\Roshan, its a very popular style in most houses in Hijaz region (west coast of SA) back in the day. The design provide insulation against heat, dust and insects. it is also used as a peekhole.

[@JkHellas]

I was wondering the same..I'm guessing that this is the area where immigrants live....

[@LifeXThoughts]

Great vlog, but 5 or 6 days isn't enough to discover 2nd largest city of SA, So there is "alot" to see and explore which is much better and exciting, unfortunately u didn't see Jeddah "this trip not counted"

[@summerqwerty9]

I would not take the risk of going in those appartement buildings with a camera, especially in Saudi Arabia. Still, nice and interesting video.

[@knightara]

Lol Saudis and Arabians in general are the most welcoming people on earth yet these buildings are probably inhabited by foreign workers..

[@limouzine1529]

Gabe is a bada$$, no humans can make him afraid. Thats why I love him

[@abeerba580]

@@knightara In fact, Jeddah is considered the gateway to Mecca, the holy city Therefore, many Muslims from all over the world and from a long time ago. They came and settled in Jeddah and became Saudis So you may find people of different colors and different features

[@alaaalshareef5297]

Hi, thank you for visiting. Next time visit the north of Jeddah and have a plan. there are much more to see. unfortunately most of the places you have visited are being renovated and prepared. don't hesitate to reach me if you would like me to guide you around. Peace!

[@mtamounie3091]

The motor-biker at 04:57 was an epic! :) no patience!

[@christiankeil7845]

A really happening restaurant scene

[@goostrey4210]

I love seeing the traditional buildings.The horizontal wooden beams set within the stone walls (called hatils in Turkish, I believe) give seismic strength to the buildings. The mashrabiyas are the wooden screens that traditionally allowed women to look out at the street life without being seen. They also allow air to circulate while still maintaining privacy.

[@sigedytravel]

Hey Gabe, I was also travelling to Jeddah this March for four days and believe it or not, I ended up in the exact same Indonesian restaurant :-) Unbelievable, the world is small! You have to go back to Al-Balad in the night when it's full of life. Just follow the signs of the Historical Hajj Route that crosses the Old town all the way to the Makkah gate. Have a pomegranate or sugarcane juice and enjoy the scenery. I always got goose bumps hearing the prayers there! Another recommendation: Have a date cake and an Arabic coffee in Cafe Magad. And after this, buy the delicious and cheap bread in the bakery right next to ;-) And check out at least once the Saudi version of Mc Donald's: Al Baik. They have great burgers! Wish you interesting last days in Saudi and then a safe trip to England. Greetings from Peru!

[@Moemuntz]

This seems to be an issue with western people going to Middle East. They wake up super early to explore and go to sleep super early just when people start going out 😂 . No one goes out until sunset and they don’t sleep until sunrise. Also had this this issue in Spain and Oman. Much more laid back countries. Different vibe.

[@tigrotom7312]

Another amazing video! Never thought you would go to Saudi Arabia with all it's restrictions but that is a sign of a TRUE Traveler!

[@RAYAN_215]

Hello and welcome to Saudi Arabia. Nice video, but there are some mistakes, such as going out at a time that is not preferred by most people because the temperature rises in terms of walking and your visit to the historical area is excellent and a wonderful work, except for your ascent to an old house that is among one of the houses scheduled for removal and the residents of the house non saudis, so I wanted to alert you to the presence of Different nationalities and cultures in Saudi Arabia. Again, welcome, and as we always say, Saudi Arabia is for everyone

[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

Thanks for the info.

[@HeyVernTravels]

That is surely a place to gauge ones own comfort zone brother man, or reset it again. Not sure I sense you being too relaxed at any point in many of the unknowns. But sometimes that is the thrill, chasing the unknowns. Be safe.

[@r-cdmx]

Excellent stuff. 🙌🏽✨

[@rexx9496]

29:31 kind of random comment but I'm fascinated by how the speed of the car and the camera frame rate synced in such a way that made an illusion that the wall was not moving by.

[@NigelWinfrey]

Shit looks crazy lol

[@Sleepycarrot31]

Where in England are heading to? Would love to have a beer with you!

[@Mik-n3f]

Thanks, Gabriel to make video, Praises be to Allah, The most high, bring me back memories when I was there before, I appreciate it.

[@mohammedalqassim3668]

Better to have tour guide or to be engaged with community likely you will find a lot of people welling to show you around

[@Anaylil]

That fish restaurant you visit name Baasheen is delicious fish restaurant, we ever ate there and make video

[@johnmyers6662]

Would never want to go to Saudi Arabia but somewhat interesting to see what it's like. Disturbing though to think that that a woman could never have gone there alone walk around in shorts talking to people.

[@jessicavieira7548]

Im a flight attendant moving to jeddah for 2/3 months and honestly I’m a bit scared!

[@LifeXThoughts]

In 25:56 where Thor landed 😂😂

[@stankormy5717]

This is an interesting city!

[@dalthagafi]

Hi! So people dont usually go out during the afternoon. Jeddah is mostly a nightlife type area. Every place youve been to if you go at night or around 4-5 (especially on the weekend) you will find waaay more people. And also, usually some shops close around 12 and open back up at around 4 thats why most of the shops you filmed are closed. And this most of the case for most cities here in Saudis. You should have went to albalad(historic districy) at night, its way more lively and beautiful and you would have had a clear path of where to go cause the time you went is when Jeddah Season happening and there would have been volunteers and people to help guide you, and you could have gone inside some of the more famous houses. Anyways hope you enjoyed our beautiful Jeddah!

[@dalthagafi]

And its not illegal to video people

[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

Good to know. The problem is that if I were to film at night you can't see much, so I want to create my videos during the day while it's light.

[@MyClip456]

Jeddah is city where big part if not majority are descendants of immigrant origin people who mixed each other,basically they came for hajj and never left ,same with city of Mecca and Medina a lot of them got non arabian origins due people wanting live close to mosques and saudi arabia used to also accepting to refugees so a lot WW1 and WW2 , Burmese war etc refugees, basically most people in jeddah are mixed a lot of things so a lot asian faces you see also will be citizens of saudi arabia , basically saudis of central asian like uyghur,uzebkistan or south east asians origin like indonesians, rohinga etc but majority of them are mixed with multiple ethnicites and often times have no arabian ancestry at all f.e rihanna ex bf hassan jameel is of indonesian,syrian and egyptian origin, or fatima al banawi of lebanese,syrian,turkish and bosnians origin, many have city of origin or ethnic group of origin as their lastname turkistani - central asian (f.e Abdulaziz Turkistani:, Abdulaziz Turkistani:Sarah Turkistani), kashgari - uyghur (Hamza Kashgari) ,samarqandi -uzbek , sindi - pakistani/indian from sindh (Hayat Sindi Saleh Abdullah Kamel,), hawsawi - hausa (half of saudi football team Motaz Hawsawi , omar Hawsawi)

[@RovexHD]

Sudanese saudis. Maybe Somali saudis as well ?

[@MyClip456]

@@RovexHD yeah obviously ,Ahmed Abdulla saudi footballer from Jeddah is of Somali and Yemeni descent , a lot Saudis of Yemeni origin are from hadhramaut they are have most black admixture in Yemen, and many rich saudis have hadhrami origin like Bin Laden family, Alamoudi etc , Mukhtar Ali is another footballer from Jeddah and of Somali descent and is part of Saudi national team, but there also lastnames that would be associated with these people origin if they came long time ago , so they would called from someone from mogadisu, somali etc like some maurtanian origin saudis have lastnames like Al-Shanqeeti (الشنقيطي) from chinguett f.e saudi footballer from Medina Abdullah Al-Shanqiti

[@theblindtravelernaviation3616]

they don't sell alcohol in Saudi Arabia

[@johnbrownlee7641]

I really like those massive wooden doors. You are very good at showing us interesting things.

[@techlife9853]

Thats a great touch Gabe ..telling us what the date is when u r making the vid ...quite often u vloggers make vids and take a good few days before uploading .... Hope u continue with this ...n hope more vloggers adopt this simple but informative bit of info :)

[@GrattanHillSettler]

Another great 'fly on the wall' travelog video! I never thought that the capital city of this very wealthy country would be like this.

[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

Thanks. Jeddah is the second largest city, but not the capital. Riyadh is the capital.

[@AA-ib9sk]

This the old city my friend no need to destroy history for just because it’s wealthy country

[@vhinsagcal207]

A blesssed good day Al Salamuu alaykum Sir Gabe Wowww What a nice Great Video of Quiet and very Interesting Places, Streets, and Modern Cit of Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, Thank u so much sir Gabe I travel Free in Saudi Arabia Through Your Video vlog, thank u so much for your wonderful walk around tour in Jeddah Saudi Arabia, Stay safe Godbless u 🙏🙂 Shurkan ,from solid fan viewer from the Philippines 🇵🇭 sir Vhin 👏❤️❤️👏👏👏👏👏👏👍👍

[@techlife9853]

Jeddah is on the sea ...so u gonna get LOTS of fish restaurants right Gabe :) .... Wud probably be the freshest fish meal u wud eat :)

[@NTM840]

Wrong time buddy. It’s super hot which we can’t stand it. At night it’s completely different story. The vibes, and the atmosphere are completely different

[@larrymaietta5912]

Getting ready to watch Part 2. We really didn't find Part 1 boring. We had no idea what SA looked like. Keep up the good work. Beer awaits in England.

[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

Cool, good to hear.

[@yousefnoori]

Correction: Non-muslims are allowed to visit Madinah but not inside the Prophet's Mosque campus complex.

[@joyfulfrequencies5391]

You are a patient man!

[@24KArabiaFelix]

If you are still in Jeddah i would love to take you back to the old city and give you a proper tour

[@mooster47]

I'm amazed you didn't gasp at see the motorcycle dash between to oncoming vehicles at 5 minutes in, right after he nearly ran you down. How well was traffic regulated there?