The country of Saudi Arabia is recently opening up more to promote itself as among the well-known holiday destinations in the Middle East region. Among the many tourist destinations that are exciting to visit in Saudi Arabia is the city of Jeddah which also doubles as the commercial centre of the country. While Jeddah has traditionally been known as the gateway to the two holiest cities in Islam, it also has modern facilities and attractions that are capable of pulling in visitors from all walks of life.

Best time to fly from Dipolog to Jeddah

Jeddah, in a similar manner to other nearby regions around Saudi Arabia and the Middle East, is classified as having an arid climate. The summer period is extremely hot and steamy, while winters are warm with sparse rainfall. Unsurprisingly, the peak time to visit Jeddah is around December to February, which is when the temperature is decent enough to explore the city with milder temperatures compared to other times of the year. On the other hand, the off-peak season is obviously going from June to August during summer, which is when the climate during that season becomes way too hot and uncomfortable to go out. As such, accommodation and ticket prices tend to drop around this time. While this may be tempting for bargain hunters, it is always advisable to check the weather reports to know the suitable time to go around town.

Main airports available in Dipolog and Jeddah

Dipolog Airport – The Dipolog Airport is a public domestic airport that connects the city of Dipolog with other places in the Philippines. The airport can be found at Barangay Minaog, which is about 15 kilometres away from the city centre of Dipolog. It is one of the busiest airports in the region of Mindanao. Civil Aviation Authority of the Phillippines operates this airport. It has on a terminal and a runway that is 2,100 meters in length and is made of concrete. Among the airlines that operate in this airport is Cebu Pacific, Philippine Airlines as well as Royhle Airway Charter with destinations to Cebu, Dumaguete and Manila. From the airport, it is easy to go to the city area because there are a handful of types of transportation available in Dipolog Airport that are meant for the visitors.

King Abdulaziz International Airport – King Abdulaziz International Airport is the main airport in the city of Jeddah and the busiest airport in Saudi Arabia. The airport is located in Al Madinah Al Munawwarah Road which is about 19 kilometres north of Jeddah. The airport is named after King Abdulaziz Al Saud and is known for the Hajj terminal, which is built specifically for the Muslim pilgrims that will go to Mecca annually during the annual Hajj. There is also the South Terminal which is used by Saudia, Flynas, Flyadeal, Garuda Indonesia, Kenya Airways and Korean Air, whereas North Terminal is meant for other foreign airlines. Other facilities include the royal terminal, facilities of Prince Abdullah Air Base for the Royal Saudi Air Force and staff housing. At an elevation of 15 meters, the airport has two asphalt runways that are 3,800 and 4,000 meters long and a 4,000 meters long concrete runway. Access to the airport is easy since it is well-connected to the main road.

Climate pattern in Dipolog and Jeddah

Jeddah’s weather is typically about being under the hot sun throughout the year. As an arid country with tropical temperature range, one would expect it to be warm and sunny throughout the years with little to no raining. The average maximum temperature in Jeddah could go up around 39.4 degree Celsius while the average minimum is around 20 and 28 degree Celsius. While around December to February, temperatures usually drop to the point that it gets decent for a tour going around the city. Therefore tourists tend to flock around this time. If you are interested in coming over around this period, be sure to book your flight and accommodation early as they will finish up quickly.

Highlights in Jeddah

• King Fahd's Fountain – King Fahd's Fountain is the tallest in the world, which jets water at a speed of 375 kilometres per hour, which resulting in heights between 260 meters and 312 meters. As such, the fountain is visible throughout Jeddah. Located at the west coast of Saudi Arabia, it is donated by King Fahd back in 1985 and is among the must-visit places when you are in Jeddah. What is unique about the fountain is that it does not use any freshwater. Instead, the saltwater from the Red Sea is used instead.
• Al-Shallal Theme Park – Often referred to as Fakieh Poultry Farms, which refers to its owners, Al-Shallal Theme Park is regarded as one of the outstanding theme parks that can be found in Jeddah. It consists of a massive area of 60,000 square meters. There are roughly about 11 attractions that can be found in the park. Among the highlight here are the various themed areas based on the Amazon jungle, European village and the Far East village. In addition to that, there is a roller coaster and a water ride.
• Nasseef House – Nasseef House is a historical structure that is found in Al-Balad, Jeddah, which is an area where a lot of the historical buildings are concentrated. It has been around since 1881 and was meant as a residence of Omar Nasseef Effendi which was the governor of Jeddah at the time. The house has 106 rooms with a lot of them being fitted with mesmerizing works of art.