When we asked Frankie Hilton to describe herself, it was evident that no one title or description would suffice; a master of several trades including being a podcast host, PR Director, social media influencer and mother, there is rarely a quiet moment in Hilton's life.
As the co-host of Saudi Life: Unpacked, the Podcast; Frankie Hilton is a British-born public relations professional turned podcaster and community builder, now living and working in Saudi Arabia.
Her journey as an expat began 11 years ago when she moved from the UK to the UAE to join the Harvey Nichols - Dubai PR team, before settling in Saudi Arabia with her family 7 years ago. In the Kingdom Frankie has transitioned from purely corporate PR girlie, into creating personal platforms that explore life, culture, and identity in Saudi Arabia. The first to admit her ‘Why’ is connecting people within KSA both expats and locals alike.
With more than 15 years of experience in lifestyle, luxury, and beauty PR across London, Saudi Arabia and Dubai, she has developed a reputation for combining creative strategy with storytelling and media relations, which lead on nicely to creating a Podcast. Frankie is co-founder and co-host of the podcast Saudi Life: Unpacked, alongside Australian co-host, Lily Moffatt.
The podcast aims to present an honest, nuanced look at life in the Kingdom, beyond stereotypes and headlines; touching on culture, family, work, and the day-to-day realities of expats and locals within KSA. Recently launching SLUConcierge under the Saudi Life: Unpacked business umbrella, helping new arrivals to Saudi transition and settle more smoothly.
On social media, Frankie shares her life as a mother, creative professional, and bridge between cultures. Her dual focus on authenticity and connection has earned her engagement across communities interested in expat life, cultural insight, and the evolving social landscape of Saudi Arabia.
My 10 Travel Essentials
111Skin Black Diamond Eyemasks
You can also get this product in BRAU in Hittin in Riyadh. I cannot travel without an eye mask for the flight. It saves the puffy eyes when traveling.
From SAR486
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The Giving Movement Cotton Jersey Tshirt
You will always see me traveling in the Giving Movement, it’s honestly my travel uniform (alongside my husband, and my children), we all wear the Saudi specific collection to travel, and it’s always a conversation starter, anywhere in the world.
From SAR 356
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Initio Parfums - Travel Editions
These travel perfume packs are so fantastic when you want to take fragrance on the flight, or you don’t want to take full product on holiday. I love taking all the smaller sets, and choosing what I wear in the day, and the night as different scents. My friend Farah introduce me to Initio, and I have never looked back.
From SAR 630
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The Five Minute Journal
Anyone that knows me will know I love to journal. This journal comes everywhere with me. For gratitudes, and reflection. I love to journal on flights, with some quiet time in the sky, or by the beach on holiday. This journal is great because it has prompts to get you started.
From SAR141
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Loewe Curvy Sunglasses
Oversized chunky sunglasses are my go-to. LOEWE do sunglasses so well.
From SAR1150
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Gisou Honey Infused Lip Oil
An essential for any flight, my GISOU lip oil. They have so many cute colours now, they are pretty, and nourishing, at the same time.
SAR 150
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Bottega Veneta Cassette Passport Cover
I would lose my Passport if I didn’t keep it in a case I love! This Bottega Veneta passport case keeps my passport safe, and it’s incredibly chic.
SAR 1850
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Loewe Petal Anagram Slide in Soft Calfskin
I just got these sandals in St Tropez, and I love them! The white looks so nice on the beach, I also love the lime green colour way, so playful.
SAR 3350
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Summer Fridays The Jet Lag Essentials Kit
I love this set! Such a fantastic easy win for replenishing your skin in a flight.
SAR 174
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Mraya Beauty Lip Veil
SAR 59
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