Summer Night Hike in the Desert Gorges of Riyadh…Anyone?

The Hiker’s Maxim: “Take nothing but pictures, leave nothing but footprints, kill nothing but time (J.K.).” These days, summer is extra tough for people who love the outdoors. When the sun sets late and temperatures spike, it can be tempting to just chill inside with Netflix in front rather than bundle up for an outdoor…

A Transitory Taste of The Philippines at Strawberry Farm in Al Kharj

One of the things I’m most particular about is preparing my own food. To say that I find joy in doing it is an understatement.  Most of the time, I (only) crave foods if prepared by me because there’s certainty that they’re prepared well. Let me put it this way: Sometimes, I refuse to eat…

The Doors, Windows, Lamps, and Mud-Built Structures Of Ushaiger Heritage Village

Facts of the past were my academic energizers back in the day. Memorizing names, dates, events, and anything akin to history interest me—still. When I was invited by a good friend to join his squad’s trip to Ushaiger Heritage Village, the wandering feet’s engine automatically zoomed off to say, “Yes!” A grant-in-aid for The Stories…

20 of the Most Beautiful Sunsets in Riyadh from 2019

I have always claimed that sunset is the most reliable fuel to my muse. I pride myself for being able to articulate the fleeting experience it gives me each time I stand in awe or sit for pleasure during an encounter with this nature wonder. Today is yet another special day because it is a…

Into the Poetic, Barren Landscapes of Al Qiddiya in Riyadh

The Hiker’s Maxim: “Take nothing but pictures, leave nothing but footprints, kill nothing but time (J.K.).” Exactly ten years ago, I hiked the fairly challenging trails of Mt. Batulao—my first ever “concubine”.   View this post on Instagram Out of the couch to work out for tweiqs and plateaus in Al Qiddiya… #unveilsaudi #iblogksa #riyadhsunset…

Glimpses And Magic of Riyadh When Darkness Falls

I was driving home on a random evening when the warm, orange glow of sunset and streetlamps knocked on the window frames. Settling in the heart of Al Izdihar District a few years ago, I had grown used to seeing these city and night “scapes” but never did I capture them intentionally until earlier that…

King Abdullah Financial District and its Conference Centre by Night and Day

It is a given that the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia do not erect buildings on a mediocre level, especially at the King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD). So whenever I passed by the area, I am wired to crane my neck or look up and just marvel at the ephemeral architectural wonders presented by this rising…

Brew92° in Riyadh

There is really something about a visually appealing atmosphere and coffee. The taste and aroma of a cup of bean juice get better when served and sipped at Brew92°. View this post on Instagram #coffeetime #coffeeinspiration #brainjuice #beanjuice #caffeine #cupofcoffee #latte #brew92 #brew92cafe #lovinsaudi #riyadhconnect #riyadhtours #riyadhtrend #thewanderingfeetandmind #storiesofthewanderingfeetandmind #whatsnew #riyadh #ksa #shotoniphone A post…

Ocular “Inspection” at Fairmont Riyadh

Yours truly has recently visited one of the high-priced hotels in Riyadh, Fairmont, and “is” truly impressed with its stunning ambiance. View this post on Instagram “The Ceiling Chronicles” #storiesofthewanderingfeetandmind #thewanderingfeetandmind #randomplaces #riyadh #riyadhguide #riyadhbloggers #riyadhblogger ##riyadhconnect #riyadhtours #riyadhtourism #lovinsaudi #fairmonthotel #interiordesign #ceilingdesign #ceiling #ceilinglight #5starhotel A post shared by Sonyboy Fugaban (@thewanderingfeetandmind) on Jul…

The Evolution of Signature Astigin Porma of Saudi OFWs

I’ve never really been drawn to glue my optical organs to my cellphone whenever I’m at the gatehouse before boarding. I do some other things such as looking at the ceiling or to anything that’s visually appealing and connect what I’m feeling to it; engage a seatmate into a conversation (if it’s a friend of…

Ten Things to Love About Winter in Riyadh

The days have grown shorter; the nights have gotten longer; the malls have become a haven for sale hunters; the temperature has dropped; and you have lost that motivation to work out. These only mean one thing: winter has completely taken over. While we adore the “hotness” of summer for it facilitates a plethora of outdoor…

Captured in the Moment: 16 Sunsets from Riyadh’s Most Ordinary Places

For the past few years of being an overseas worker, I have learned to truly value the importance of sunset and the life lessons it taught me each time I marvel at its greatness and magic. Such that it is now known to not only inspire hope, happiness, travel, and even productivity but to cure nostalgia,…