SAUDI ARABIA | Travel Tips/Advice

Thank you. Having watched the whole series I must say it was an eye opener. What lovely friendly people.

This series has been fantastic, it's something I've really enjoyed. The Saudi people seem very welcoming and genuinely friendly people. It just shows how powerful the media is a cross the world. To gain a true understanding, you have to see if for yourself.
One thing I want to know though is are all these people you're with normal, genuine people or are they guides which you've hired etc as you're an influencer with many followers?

I'm thinking of working in Saudi and this has really helped make my decision. I still have some worries though. Will I be accepted as a Westerner? Will I be given lashes or put in prison for making a mistake?

On my last note, well done on the series, you've literally gone to the top of my watch list.

cool what do you think about the food?

New subscriber…amazing videos…informative vlogs and thank you especially your Saudi series…I miss the place.I was there for many years.

Saudi Arabia has destroyed it's Culture, Glory, civilization and Religion.

What a beautiful blue eyed woman

Loved every single video, you have make me planned a trip with my gf. This coming 2023 we r going there and see if we could open a business. Thanx for your videos. The only thing you missed telling us is average spent, cost of life, how much was the car you rented etc......cos as you said, we cant find that info online. Thanx anyway!

I really enjoyed watching your journey to Saudi. I am Saudi myself who lives in Canada, this is my second home. Many of us are educated, open minded and lived and travelled to many countries. Your right, it is the most misunderstood, misrepresented country and Media is to blame. Thanks Peter for sharing your positive experience about Saudi.

Saudi Arabia was on my to do list as a Convert to Islam for Mecca & Medina but now I want to visit lots more places .

والله اني اليوم شاهدت جميع الحلقات التي صورتها بالسعوديه وانا أصبحت من اكثر المعجبين بيك

How does a Canadian move to saudi? I just fell in love with it

I think all the content of saudi has already over the places on internet but all of the information with arabic that’s why searching in english didn’t work

very true brother

I jad to pause to say this and I'm going to be careful choosing my words but a lot of negative videos and videos that warn about unnecessary things in the middle east are usually Isreali propaganda. Until just recently (very recently) anyone with an Israeli passport couldn't get into Saudi Arabia. In fact they would stop you before you even got on the plane. And many other Middle Eastern countries had bans on Israeli entrance into their countries. Only just now, Saudi Arabia is allowing Israeli entrance on a limited permit necessary basis so we may start to see Israeli propaganda wane over time as they're allowed access more and more. Just figured I'd throw that out there for people who may be wondering why the negativity. It's not that they're trying to be negative but because of the tension and because they have been banned so long, they want the rest of the world to feel it the way they feel it.

I'm here in Riyadh three years after you posted this and everything you're saying is still completely accurate. Despite MBS's vision 2030, the country is not at all set up for tourism still but Saudi's are incredibly helpful and kind. Traveling here independently without enough credit left to rent a car (been traveling the region for months) is really hard. Getting from city to city is not easy and within the cities one must take taxis everywhere because the distances are huge. I feel like I need to come back here armed with way more knowledge and way way more money and start over again. Great explainer Peter!

Great Vlog Brother

I don’t know why you guys think that Arab or GCC countries hates westerners 😅 who gave you that idea ?! I am Kuwaiti btw but I really enjoyed your Saudi vlogs 👍🏼 next time we are waiting for you in Kuwait 🇰🇼

Why are Americans trying to normalize a country that has blatantly ignored so many rules and continues to do so? Do Americans only really care about money? It's really shocking to see this country portrayed in normal light when in fact it is not normal at all. It's a country that sponsored terrorists, kidnapped people who speak against it and then completely shredded them and threw them in the grass. It's totally shameful to even speak about it. In fact the only reason why you are now speaking about it is their oil wealth, you would seriously do anything to stop Iran.

I think your advice is great for you men. Which is fine, you’re a guy! Your trip looked amazing.

I have watched every one of this series and have absolutely loved it.
Seeing a part of the world I will never probably see, it's been amazing following your journey.
The way you do it, it's like seeing through your eyes, almost seeing it for yourself. What a beautiful country! The people were so welcoming to you, respectfull and well mannered. Thank you

Should visit Israel/Palestine

Hello Peter 😊I watched all your videos on Saudi. The people were so nice and friendly. It's the young people who want a change and good on them. What is said on the internet should be taken away your videos you show that its a great place.😊

Awesome serie Peter, I binged watch this! So interesting!

As I have watched these videos and have been educated about the real Saudis and not what the media would have us believe, I have wondered if other people across the world think we are like the current administration with their upside-down views, and lies. corruption, and satanic worship. Thankfully, we the people are not associated with being a carbon copy of this heinous government. We the people, for the most part, are honest, caring, and giving.

I lived in Jeddah from 93-99. My jaw dropped seeing this. Makes me want to go back again....I loved the life there. I had a business importing American things. I cant even imagine the way it would be to do business there now. Great job Peter.

Only a few minutes into the video but wanted to pop in and comment on your opening. In February, 2023, I solo traveled to Mexico (my destination was a retreat - so I was not just wandering alone) but the reactions from people blew my mind (once again false media narratives.) Telling me that I should not go alone and as a woman I could be kidnapped, trafficked, murdered, shot by the cartels, etc. There was not a moment that I did not feel 100 percent safe - in fact, I ended my trip in Southern California (born and raised) and spent an additional 4 days there before returning home. Only back in the US did I feel in danger. The people in Mexico were kind, welcoming and it was a wonderful experience. I realize that it is not Saudia Arabia but still the narratives people have been fed and really have zero idea what they are talking about. Excited to learn about travel in Saudi Arabia.

It's good for you as an American
But for people who migrate there to work they treat them like a donkey.

It’s called learning how to agree, to disagree. Lost art of communication.

Absolutely loved this series. The people are beautiful. ❤

That is why I stop watching Western media channels like CNN and FOX news

Lived in Jizan for two years. Traveled between Yemen and Jeddah on those winding roads from Abha to Jizan many times. Your vid’s brought it all back. Thank you. The contrast between new and old remains the same. Loved the meal scene with the rice dish. Eating with others is an experience that can only be had in that setting. I remember sitting cross legged around a huge platter of rice and lamb. So hard to get up after sitting in that position for a couple of hours, right? Thanks again for the a trip down memory lane.

Vice News with its negative and controversial videos get millions of like but Peter gets only 300kfor showing reality.

I'm new to your channel but really enjoyed this series. Saudi Arabia has always been on my list of places to visit but always wondered how it would be for a woman traveling, so haven't gone yet. But love traveling the way you travel, by immersing myself and meeting new friends along my journey. Again really love the way you respect the cultures you visit and present your videos.

I am going there soon, thank you)

Come again peter, there’s a lot of changes now
You are welcome anytime
I really enjoyed watching Thank you

Yea but Peter Stantenello, do you really think you know a bit about their Culture just going on a two week visit. Come ON MayyyyN 😊😉 DO like your Vidioes by the ways there really fun and you teach em the fun American stuff looks like anyway ✌️👌

Oh I'm in Spain by the way , doing same thing, not Vidioes though 🤠🤓 🚚 👨‍🍳 🚛

I'm very late to the show, but this series was absolutely amazing! Thank you.
Watching this has almost entirely changed my perspective on Saudi Arabia for the better.

will be going in december so thanks.

What I loved most about this series is that you came with an open mind. I loved your point of view and the way you interpreted things. I really enjoyed watching this series. I hope you will come visit us soon and make this series a second installment.
Also thank you very much for revealing the truth about our country🤍

Ur absolutely a gem u did not believe anyone u ur self went there and saw everything experienced that’s all Saudia Arabia u gave the best review by experiencing urself thank u

Thank you for sharing the other narrative.

I wonder what would it be like for a woman to do the same trip and try to do the same things as you.

اسمع احنا السعوديين متعودين على الاجانب بس تدري وش اللي ينرفز بالغربيين ؟ انكم تفرضون ثقافتكم علينا انتم ما تحترموننا طبيعي اي احد ما يحترمك ما بتحبه بس لا تتوقع اننا عنصريين لا بالعكس الحمدلله

From my heart ❤ I thank you very much for what you said about my country for saying the trouth 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

People are nice as long as you pay / hv money 😂

This 71 year old grandmother thoroughly enjoyed this fantastic series on Saudi Arabia! What an eye opening series! The best way to get to know other cultures is to get among them like you do. Thank you for being so passionate about your travels and getting close to the people and taking us on your journeys. You take me to places I will never get to travel to. God bless you and keep you safe. ❤🙏🏻