schulz
American expat in Denmark
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Registration: 19 June 2010
Nightlife and entertainment in Doha vs Dubai by schulz
Hey everyone, I am from the USA and have been an expat in KSA and UAE. I am now considering a contract in Doha. It pays a little bit better than a contract I was offered in Abu Dhabi, but if quality of life is less I would rather take lower ...
Hey amr, not the best news, but glad I herd it. Thanks for your feedack Read More
Nightlife and entertainment in Doha vs Dubai
Hey everyone, I am from the USA and have been an expat in KSA and UAE. I am now considering a contract in Doha. It pays a little bit better than a contract I was offered in Abu Dhabi, but if quality of life is less I would rather take lower ... Read More
Turkish girl in Riyadh. by serife
Dear all,i am coming to Saudi Arabia next week and will be staying 5-6 months in Riyadh and Al Khobar.I am working for an international magazine and will be doing a project for KSA.I have lots of questions and i would be happy if you can help me ...
regarding the driver if you still need one let me know ill message you the info. I use a private car service thats available 24 hours. There is a lot of these around. Its not dirt cheap like you can get by haggling with some of the local marked ... Read More
Safe place to go on a long bicycle ride?
I was thinking the DQ but I am not sure how big it is? Any info on this or additional places to go on rides would be great. Thanks Read More
Riyad - Compound by Northpole
I am looking for a one bedroom apartment in a good compound. Any suggestions?
I have been looking for 6 months, good luck.... Read More
Rockers in Riyadh by schulz
Any Punks or Metals heads out there in Riyadh?
cool thanks for the responses guys. Ive been pretty into punk, mostly 77 and 82 stuff. I have been into it for the past 10 years. I just cant seem to outgrow it. Sometimes I listen to metal but mainly only stuff like Motor Head and Iron ... Read More
Rockers in Riyadh by schulz
Any Punks or Metals heads out there in Riyadh?
Hey, Ya I am one of the few of us you met thats still here in Riyadh. lol Just trying to survive Read More
Where can I get Reflective patches made?
Musicman, do you think the printing press you told me about for my business cards could do it? Read More
Where can I get Reflective patches made?
My friend and I need some large custom 3M type highly reflective back patches made that read "PARAMEDIC" and "DOCTOR" Can anyone suggest any place in Riyadh that can do this? Read More
Thallasemia Care in Saudi Arabia for Expats by Hippocrates
Hi I want to know about the situation of Thallasemia Care for children of expat employees in Saudi Arabia. Thallasemia is a disease which require monthly blood transfusion and drugs for reducing iron in the blood.
I am a U.S. Paramedic here in Riyadh and just asked one of the doctors I work with. He suggested you call shamasi hospital (however you spell it) unless you get a connection at King Faisael specialized hospital. Read More
Thallasemia Care in Saudi Arabia for Expats by Hippocrates
Hi I want to know about the situation of Thallasemia Care for children of expat employees in Saudi Arabia. Thallasemia is a disease which require monthly blood transfusion and drugs for reducing iron in the blood.
Do you want to know which hospitals can treat this? Whats your insurance? I believe any ministry of health hospital with a blood bank or national guard hospital would be able to hook you up? Read More
Options Accomdation by bhills2153
Blog Friends, I need to figure out some options for accomodation. I just want it to be clean and respectable. Furnished too. I am checking out our apartments but we are getting F##### around by money issues, aparantley there is not enough!!!!! ...
Hey, I am looking at either moving in with John (the aussie) and his kids or just going solo. We are both currently looking for places Guys, try contacting Seder Compound. I think they have Studios & 1bdrms available for singles. Sahara Towers is ... Read More
Options Accomdation by bhills2153
Blog Friends, I need to figure out some options for accomodation. I just want it to be clean and respectable. Furnished too. I am checking out our apartments but we are getting F##### around by money issues, aparantley there is not enough!!!!! ...
Ive been looking for a compound for 4 months.... goodluck Read More
Where to find a western doctor?
Can anyone give me some advise or resources on locating a western doctor(General Practice) in Riyadh? U.S. U.K or similar preferred. Read More
Diplomatic Quarters rules by schulz
I herd today that local rules do not apply inside of the DQ even if your not inside your home embassy? For example females would be able to drive inside the DQ, dress with out there hair covered, guys can wear tank tops ect ect Just like on a ...
Ok thanks for the info guys. If anyone hears of any openings in the DQ feel free to let me know. Regards, - Schulz Read More
teenagers by willy666
what the hell are teenagers supposed to do in this country its boring no where to go i miss home arggh!!!
Yes get yourself a gaming console, meet some friends and hang out, see if you like the 4x4 motor bikes, if your school offers athletic programs look into sports also. Goodluck Also whats with the 666 in your name willy? What kind of music do you ... Read More
Diplomatic Quarters rules
I herd today that local rules do not apply inside of the DQ even if your not inside your home embassy? For example females would be able to drive inside the DQ, dress with out there hair covered, guys can wear tank tops ect ect Just like on a ... Read More
american compound by seeker of truth
hello eveyone..does anybody knows american compound? what is american compound? and how we can get there? is there any parties or events where different nationalities are mingling? :) wanna have more friends with different nationalities
i really wanna see what is inside american compound.. :)If we told you about the casinos, topless bars, and madmax thunderdorm themed gladiator arena inside the compound we could get in trouble. Read More
Gamers / Tech People Out There? by beezer
Hey all, Yes, we're all old and rusted. But I still play video games and play around with technology when time (and wife) allow it. I mess around on my phone (HTC Diamond 2) and it's WinMo system, configuring and crashing it as best I can. I play ...
my Fav 5 games would be 1. Battlefield series (fav's 1942, BFV, BF2, BFBC2 and even BFH) 2. GTA 3. Halo 4. COD 5. Prob Starcraft 2, but I still need to buy it before I can confirm this. Maybe we should be really nerdy and get together for a LAN... Read More
Western music shops in Riyadh by Chilly
I will be landing in Riyadh in 3 weeks time, and as a bit of a music addict I was wondering are there shops in Riyadh where I can buy Western Cd's? Or should i rip a whole lot of music to my laptop?
itunes maybe your best bet? Read More
Gamers / Tech People Out There? by beezer
Hey all, Yes, we're all old and rusted. But I still play video games and play around with technology when time (and wife) allow it. I mess around on my phone (HTC Diamond 2) and it's WinMo system, configuring and crashing it as best I can. I play ...
And that's when I converted to cutesy PSP games :PNoob :P J/K Read More
Gamers / Tech People Out There? by beezer
Hey all, Yes, we're all old and rusted. But I still play video games and play around with technology when time (and wife) allow it. I mess around on my phone (HTC Diamond 2) and it's WinMo system, configuring and crashing it as best I can. I play ...
I got on xbox live last night and even though my account is U.S. and my billing information is U.S. it would not let me download Grand Theft auto. Also if anyone buys a console over here make sure its NTSC compatible and not PAL. Read More
Gamers / Tech People Out There? by beezer
Hey all, Yes, we're all old and rusted. But I still play video games and play around with technology when time (and wife) allow it. I mess around on my phone (HTC Diamond 2) and it's WinMo system, configuring and crashing it as best I can. I play ...
Hey mund, I can get 7megs down and 1 meg up with mobily turbo connect unlimited. But its 3G and even with those speeds my FPS experience is not silky smooth. Its still very playable but FPS is the worst type of game to try and play on the connection ... Read More
Help required regarding SRCA appointment
Yes I know I PMed you my recruiters email and name from the office. She is one of the 3 international recruiters. You could ask her about your file. Read More
Help required regarding SRCA appointment
I work for the SRCA as a Paramedic. It took me 9 months to get over here from the U.S. so be patient and goodluck. Read More
College placement test available in Saudi?
I want to take some online classes with a local college back in the U.S. They said I need to take a new placement test first. Is anyone aware of any school in Saudi that offers the Accuplacer placement test? Read More
Mobily vs STC for high speed internet? by schulz
Which is faster? Mobily or STC? I am currently only getting 1mb download and half a meg upload speeds in my hotel, I need something faster.
The first speed I posted was from my hotel which I was told is using Satellite. The second speed was from a Mobily 3G USB modem called Turbo connect. Its ok.... but for gaming you can get lag spikes in FPS's but you will be fine on RTS's ect... so I ... Read More
Mobily vs STC for high speed internet? by schulz
Which is faster? Mobily or STC? I am currently only getting 1mb download and half a meg upload speeds in my hotel, I need something faster.
I ended up with Mobily Turbo connect and my friend got Ferrari connect. Our speeds are the same, infact mine is faster sometimes. My above post shows what my connection speed was before, and below I have posted my new speed with Mobily Turbo ... Read More
Salary expectation in Saudi
Someone once mentioned take whatever your salary is back home and add %50. That formula sounds good to me and is relevant to others I work with. Be prepared to get jerked around on your contract possibly even if its in writing. Read More
Mobily vs STC for high speed internet? by schulz
Which is faster? Mobily or STC? I am currently only getting 1mb download and half a meg upload speeds in my hotel, I need something faster.
Zara, Do you have Mobily's Ferrari connect package? What is your speed when tested? Read More
Mobily vs STC for high speed internet? by schulz
Which is faster? Mobily or STC? I am currently only getting 1mb download and half a meg upload speeds in my hotel, I need something faster.
What speeds do you get with go? Mobily claims to offer 21mb download speeds with there Ferrari connect package, I am not sure about this though... I would like to do some online gaming on my laptop. Below is what I currently get during off peak ... Read More
Mobily vs STC for high speed internet?
Which is faster? Mobily or STC? I am currently only getting 1mb download and half a meg upload speeds in my hotel, I need something faster. Read More
Riyadh expat group events or activities?
I have a lot of down time the next couple of weeks. Does anyone know of any cool expat group events or fun activities on compounds? I still need my Iquma but I have my passport. Just wondering whats happening outside of my hotel! Read More
Under Armour in Riyadh? by schulz
Anyone know where I can find a store that sells Under Armour in Riyadh?
Its a brand name. They make moister wicking clothing for hot environments and athletics mostly. Read More
Trouble making phone calls
Ok its my 4th day in Riyadh I got a mobile phone yesterday with mobily. I keep trying to call 7 digit phone numbers and it wont work. I tried adding 9661, then the 7 digit number but this does not work either. What do I need dial to call local ... Read More
Makeing a new "FRIENDS' by Mr.T
[u][b][center]Making a new friends in Riyadh city...[/center][/b][/u] [color=#a236c8]Hi there everyone... hope that you are all okey and doing just fine in your lives, Anywho I live in riyadh city and realy would like to meet new people and make ...
MR.T You need more friends? You have the entire A-TEAM! Read More
Arabian Homes or Fal Compound? by SF15
Hey....For those of you who have been to either compound....or have heard reviews...which is better? Ive been getting mixed reviews about both and its really difficult to judge sitting here! Ill be grateful for any advise. Tc, SF
It sounds like most are full anyway right? I am calling them all this week if you have a more update list please let me know Read More
Under Armour in Riyadh?
Anyone know where I can find a store that sells Under Armour in Riyadh? Read More
Employment Saudi Visa from the USA by philia
My husband is in the process to get his Saudi employment visa from the USA. He has everything he needs except that he can not import his picture to the application form with the Enjaz (company that Saudi Embassy in US works with). Any advice for ...
I did not have to do whatever that webpage is for my visa. I sent in hard copies of everything to my visa handler in DC. Did you try contacting tec_visasupport@mofa.gov.sa ? it was the email addy on the bottom of your link, looks like tech support ... Read More
Hi! Im coming to Riyadh this month by Mudrinjo
Hi! Im coming to work in Riyadh this month. Im plan to live there for 2-3 years. Im having difficulties of getting some infos, so I would appreciate help. As it seems life is quite different from European style. I would like some answers. ...
Hello to all, I am considering a position with the RCAWhat does RCA stand for? Read More
Documents Notarization by JD
I needed a document notarized but the Jeddah Consulate will charge $30, which I thought is ridiculous. Is anyone aware of other options? Thanks
Your lucky they just took your notary. They made me take every paper that was notarized to my state capitol and have the secretary of state "notarize my notary" to confirm hes on the records as a notary. They basically look up the notary on the ... Read More
Documents Notarization by JD
I needed a document notarized but the Jeddah Consulate will charge $30, which I thought is ridiculous. Is anyone aware of other options? Thanks
Fly back to the united states have a county notary notarize it then take it to your capitol and have your secretary of state notarize it. Thats what I had to do with all mine, or you can pay the 30 bucks Read More
Moving to Riyadh in July by jamesg2166
Hi everyone, My name is James, i will be working at King Abdulaziz Medical City as a Paramedic. I will be living at the hospitals compound. Does anyone know what the compound is like?
Hey Travis update your blog man! I hope to finally meet you next month. I have been processing for 7 months now... but it looks like my work visa should be done any day now, finally! Read More
Moving to Riyadh in July by jamesg2166
Hi everyone, My name is James, i will be working at King Abdulaziz Medical City as a Paramedic. I will be living at the hospitals compound. Does anyone know what the compound is like?
I am not sure what the number to call is lol. Ill have to let you know when I get over there. The Paramedics in the hospitals will be able to help you a lot more than us though. We have been having a difficult time getting basic supplies and ... Read More
Also moving to Riyadh in July by schulz
Hello, My work visa is being completed right now and I estimate I should arrive in Riyadh sometime in July. I am a U.S. Paramedic that will be working in the EMS system there. My colleague has been there for 2 months now. We are trying to find a ...
Thanks Arlette. I gave those classifieds a look, but ill go over them once more just in case anything new pops up. Read More
Also moving to Riyadh in July
Hello, My work visa is being completed right now and I estimate I should arrive in Riyadh sometime in July. I am a U.S. Paramedic that will be working in the EMS system there. My colleague has been there for 2 months now. We are trying to find a ... Read More
Moving to Riyadh in July by jamesg2166
Hi everyone, My name is James, i will be working at King Abdulaziz Medical City as a Paramedic. I will be living at the hospitals compound. Does anyone know what the compound is like?
James, I am also a U.S. Paramedic heading to Saudi for work. My work visa is being completed in DC right now. I should be there this month or next. I will be in Riyadh with the SRCA rapid response vehicles doing ALS intercepts. I highly reccomend ... Read More