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EPISODE · Aug 14, 2026 · 11 MIN

Ta'if's Honeyed Heights and the Baboon Road

from Saudi Arabia Travel Podcast with Layla Al Qahtani · host Layla Al Qahtani

On day seven in Ta'if, Layla explores the mountain fruit markets, samples Sidr and Sumra honey, and takes a cautious drive up Al-Hada road past baboons, reflecting on the city's summer rhythm and the practical costs of highland life. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Saudi Arabia: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Saudi Arabia guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 14 of Saudi Arabia Travel Podcast with Layla Al Qahtani. Layla Al Qahtani is in Ta'if, Saudi Arabia. Places in this episode: Iris boutique hotel, SNB AlAhli branch, Al-Shafa, Al Hada road, Mallah Restaurant and Cafe, Al Mathnah district, Al Rudaf Park, Ta'if old souq. Covered: Fruit and honey markets, Mountain driving and baboons, Banking and costs, Leisure and parks, Slow travel reflection. Chapters:00:00 Iris boutique hotel02:44 Al-Shafa05:49 Cliff top with wind06:39 Mallah Restaurant and Cafe08:13 Al Rudaf Park09:42 Quiet room at night A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Taif #SaudiSummer #AlShafa #TaifHoney #PomegranateHarvest #SaudiTravel #MountainRoads #Baboons #TaifSouq #MallahRestaurant #AlRudafPark #SummerCapital #SaudiFoodie #TravelSaudi #HighlandsOfSaudi #FruitPicking https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/saudi-arabia/

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