Crystal Unveils 2025 Itineraries

[bitob]

44 minutes ago, PaulMCO said:

You should buy an Abaya and wear it.  The law has changed and since 2019 it is no longer a requirement to wear one.  But as a Westerner you will stand out. As a Westerner without an Abaya you will stand out even more. 

 

Jeddah is a more relaxed city than the capitol Riyadh, but there are still very conservative elements within the city.

 

Alot of good things are happening under Prince MBS.  But alot of crazy projects like the new city/region of Neom,

Bought one in dubai

sequined. Lol

bob has outfit from egypt

we will fit right in

[Jinn]

I was thinking of the cruise which embarks in Jeddah and was going to ask how to fly there from BNA. However, if I need to change my travel uniform i will rethink. Julia

[Keith1010]

• Although Saudi women are expected to wear the traditional black, long gown called the abaya while in public, foreigners are exempted from this rule. The hijab and niqab are optional for both Saudi and tourist women.
• Women must dress modestly at all times, covering their knees and shoulders.
• Although the abayais optional, you will need to wear it while entering mosques, in respect of the Muslim culture.
• In a few places, you might have to wear a headscarf, particularly in Riyadh.
• Sleeveless shirts, short dresses, loose tops, short bottoms, crop tops and miniskirts are strictly not allowed.
• Night clothes, under garments or anything that is inappropriate to be worn in public must be avoided.
• Bikinis, which are common among westerners, are taboo in Saudi Arabia, even on the beaches.
• You can wear the shoes of your choice – trainers, sandals, heels or open toed footwear. There are no restrictions on this. However, you will have to remove your footwear when entering religious institutions.
• Make sure the fabric of your clothes is not see through and not super tight.
• In case you are wearing jewellery that is represents any other religion than Islam, you need to tuck it into your clothes. Make sure it isn’t visible.
• Lastly, modest make up is preferable to bright colours on the face.

DRESS CODE FOR FOREIGNERS – MEN

The following dress requirements are to be followed by male tourists entering the kingdom.

• Foreign men are not required to wear the thobe or thwab, the traditional Arabic dress.
• Men are required to wear clothes covering their shoulders and legs at all times.
• Make sure to avoid skinny jeans, sleeveless shirts and shorts in public.
• If you are at a workplace, a shirt, tie and a dark business suit are appropriate.
• Apart from a wristwatch or a wedding ring, any other jewellery, including bracelets, necklaces, etc., particularly in gold, is considered inappropriate.
• You must not be shirtless under any circumstances.

Both men and women should be careful not to wear a top or shirt with indecent or loud graphics and quotes on it. However, you can wear whatever you like within western compounds or areas where expats reside. Bikinis are still not allowed, and you need to stick to one-piece swimsuits. Whatever you wear, make sure it is modest and respectful of the tenets of Islam.

 

 

[Mr Luxury]

13 minutes ago, Keith1010 said:

• Although Saudi women are expected to wear the traditional black, long gown called the abaya while in public, foreigners are exempted from this rule. The hijab and niqab are optional for both Saudi and tourist women.
• Women must dress modestly at all times, covering their knees and shoulders.
• Although the abayais optional, you will need to wear it while entering mosques, in respect of the Muslim culture.
• In a few places, you might have to wear a headscarf, particularly in Riyadh.
• Sleeveless shirts, short dresses, loose tops, short bottoms, crop tops and miniskirts are strictly not allowed.
• Night clothes, under garments or anything that is inappropriate to be worn in public must be avoided.
• Bikinis, which are common among westerners, are taboo in Saudi Arabia, even on the beaches.
• You can wear the shoes of your choice – trainers, sandals, heels or open toed footwear. There are no restrictions on this. However, you will have to remove your footwear when entering religious institutions.
• Make sure the fabric of your clothes is not see through and not super tight.
• In case you are wearing jewellery that is represents any other religion than Islam, you need to tuck it into your clothes. Make sure it isn’t visible.
• Lastly, modest make up is preferable to bright colours on the face.

DRESS CODE FOR FOREIGNERS – MEN

The following dress requirements are to be followed by male tourists entering the kingdom.

• Foreign men are not required to wear the thobe or thwab, the traditional Arabic dress.
• Men are required to wear clothes covering their shoulders and legs at all times.
• Make sure to avoid skinny jeans, sleeveless shirts and shorts in public.
• If you are at a workplace, a shirt, tie and a dark business suit are appropriate.
• Apart from a wristwatch or a wedding ring, any other jewellery, including bracelets, necklaces, etc., particularly in gold, is considered inappropriate.
• You must not be shirtless under any circumstances.

Both men and women should be careful not to wear a top or shirt with indecent or loud graphics and quotes on it. However, you can wear whatever you like within western compounds or areas where expats reside. Bikinis are still not allowed, and you need to stick to one-piece swimsuits. Whatever you wear, make sure it is modest and respectful of the tenets of Islam.

 

 

Covering up is the thing to do when going into any religious venue for worship.

It's respect for the religion and the people.

Nothing new for the last thousand years or so.

Maybe more depending on your persuasion.

Edited September 24, 2023 by Mr Luxury

[Keith1010]

5 minutes ago, Mr Luxury said:

Covering up is the thing to do when going into any religious venue for worship.

It's respect for the religion and the people.

Nothing new for the last thousand years or so.

Maybe more depending on your persuasion.

Not sure you port.

 

I just shared what I found on this.

 

Didn't give an opinion.

Next.

[cos24]

On 9/13/2023 at 6:09 AM, TER777 said:

There is a 6-day May 10, Barcelona to Monte Carlo.  Don’t know after that. 

TER777, where can find out more information about this cruise? I don’t see it on Crystals website. Thanks.

[TER777]

18 minutes ago, cos24 said:

TER777, where can find out more information about this cruise? I don’t see it on Crystals website. Thanks.

I don’t see it either anymore. Drydock time now. 

[ryndam]

On a semi-related subject, Seatrade Cruise News reports that HAL has re-routed its 2025 WC to avoid the Red Sea. 

 

https://www.seatrade-cruise.com/ship-operations/holland-america-revises-2025-world-cruise-avoid-red-sea