Gaelene
@nzpounamu
New Zealander expat in Saudi Arabia
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About me
New Zealander
Lives in Riyadh
Speaks English
Registration: 11 August 2010
Good Hairdresser for colour
When I was corloring my hair used Malonie Deasy. She was working out of 4Spa in the DQ. I am now embracing the grey so haven't visited her in a while. I'll pm her number. Read More
tennis court for families in riyadh
The Al Khozarma Hotel has a rooftop tennis court that is quite private and rarely used. You could go ask if you can use it. My friend used to play tennis there with her husband when they lived here a few years back. Things may have changed now, ... Read More
Coffee or such gathering
As you are close to Tahalia St I suggest you go to the nearest coffee shop one evening and just say hello to a group of blokes sitting outside. They are quite welcoming. At least one in the bunch will speak some, if not excellent, English. ... Read More
Place to meet your girl friend by Maged.Seddik
Hi Everybody, I know what I will ask about is something that has been discussed millions of times here and there but I am looking fro some experts here. I live here in Riyadh and I have a friend who is a girl and I wanted to meet her at some place. ...
Well, my husband and I must meet officials who don't know those rules you talk about suribhai because they always ask for both our iqamas, and the information on my iqama states his name and the fact that he is my spouse. Read More
Restaurant - Home Delivery in Riyadh by The_Montrealer
Ladies and Gents, Do you know where can i find a list of restaurants that deliver? i'm looking for a local/saudi restaurant that deliver. Any name, number, etc will be appreciated. Thanks,
You could try this site. I've used it a couple of times. http://www.saudi.hellofood.com Cheers Read More
Rugby Coach by RiyadhRugby
Rugby Coach Volunteer is needed for Youth Rugby in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Nighttime only
@DavidSummers, try the Riyadh Rugby site. Read More
Rugby Coach by RiyadhRugby
Rugby Coach Volunteer is needed for Youth Rugby in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Nighttime only
Suzan, hadn't seen the vid where the welsh accept the haka before. It was great. Good on them. Looking forward to Chiefs v Brumbies on Saturday. Read More
Lawyer Salary in Saudi Arabia by tahir22
I am a Canadian currently in my final year of a Graduate LLB in the University of Wales, United Kingdom. I have previously completed a Bachelors with Honours in Economics from York University in Toronto, Canada. I also have roughly 3 years of work ...
Hi Tahir 22, HRGuru is right, non-Saudi's do not hold the title of lawyer. However, non-Saudi's do work here in the legal profession, usually for western associated law firms. Some of the Saudi firms do take on western lawyers, but those I've met ... Read More
Learning arabic by guestposter525
Hi can someone recomend some good books to learn basic Arabic. Thanks in advance.
I found the Madina Arabic site very useful. A friend told me the live teacher lessons they offer via skype are very good too. Read More
coffee shop
I'm guessing you've already done the outdoor patio's at La Vela and Le Notre in Centria Mall. Hediards has a deck upstairs. Dairy Queen has a small deck but sucky coffee. The Tea Garden is outside though you're still in cubicles, but at least you ... Read More
How's the climbing scene in Riyadh? by Bizarrotickler
Just bounced into town so thought I'd get an idea if anyone on this forum goes out on missions or knows where to find out about people that do?
How about caving?? http://www.saudicaves.com/ Read More
Question Of The Day by Maya Maya
hey everyone ;;) hope yall doin great
Maya Maya wrote: Love someone or miss someone right now?Both....everyday @slyshooter I've been lurking :) Read More
Question Of The Day by Maya Maya
hey everyone ;;) hope yall doin great
@ Born2Network As I said, if you have good reason. What constitutes good reason? That depends on the situation you're in. Is a mother who tells her child his artwork on the fridge, that he is so proud of, is worth a million bucks but she won't ... Read More
Question Of The Day by Maya Maya
hey everyone ;;) hope yall doin great
Mansour AlYami wrote: Good morning Everyone I hope you are all having a nice day. I have a question for you today. Can you tell me in what situations should we lie in life?? Or you think we should be truthful all the time? RegardsI think lying ... Read More
Ladies Late Breakfast Cofffee
We'll be getting together in central city. I'll pm you with the details in case you can make it. Read More
Ladies Late Breakfast Cofffee
Hi ladies, It has been a while since I have connected with the folks on expat-blog. I was wondering if any ladies are interested in joining a friend and I for breakfast coffee tomorrow morning at 10am. If you're keen send a PM for details. Cheers Read More
Anyone for Squash by Jaza
Hi, I'm new to Riyadh, currently in a serviced apartment at Al Khozama. I'm looking for a squash partner to play either at the Health Club here or somewhere nearby. My level is somewhere between beginner and intermediate however fitness needs ...
How many courts are at the Marriot? And can beginning level ladies join you guys?? Read More
learning arabic in Riyad by paquerette
Hello, I'm moving to Riyad next summer and I would like to learn arabic. I would like to find a serious training, my goal being to be able to speak arabic when we'll come back to Europe in 4 years, and use it in my job. Could any of you tell me ...
Yes, she is fine taking calls from males. The number is also advertised on the Ascent website - it's the business number. Read More
learning arabic in Riyad by paquerette
Hello, I'm moving to Riyad next summer and I would like to learn arabic. I would like to find a serious training, my goal being to be able to speak arabic when we'll come back to Europe in 4 years, and use it in my job. Could any of you tell me ...
For others who may be interested in a course for learning Arabic, visit the Ascent website. I am currently attending an evening class learning Arabic through them, based at the Riyadh Mult-national school. I understand they are happy to teach at ... Read More
Spanish language classes by Alisan
Hola, I have been looking around for a center or something where they offer Spanish classes, & unfortunately the only place I heard of was Al manahil but when I asked they said they dont offer them anymore. The problem is that with individuals it's ...
Ascentis a company that teaches a number of languages here in Riyadh. I am currently learning Arabic with them in the evenings at the Riyadh Multi-national school. I know one of the other languages they teach is Spanish. Their brochure can be ... Read More
Janadirya by kamiii
Who is planning on going ? maybe we can go together ? meet up there?
visit Start from 14 April to 17 April 2011 for men from 4:00 PM till 8:00 PM for Family : from 18 April to 29 April 2011 from 4:00 PM to 12:00 AM.You're right SaudiUK, first few days is men only. Hubby and I are going next Saturday with Haya ... Read More
UBC Bolwing Center Get together beta version 3.1 by slyshooter
Hi, We are planning a get together at UBC Bowling Center Wednesday i.e. 20th April, 2011. We are keeping it Wednesday to avoid weekend crowd. If you haven't been there, just to let you know that it is one of the biggest bowling center in Riyadh ...
What time are we looking at?If it's evening after 7'ish, hubby and I are in :) Read More
LADIES of Expat BLOG Coffee Morning by wizardofnaz
DATE: 10th January TIME: 9:30 to 1:00 Location: My Place :) if you are planning on attending just post a message on this topic :)and PM me your cell number. by the end of wednesday evening i shall call attendees, then PM my cell and directions to ...
Hey Wizard, thanks for hosting the get together this morning. Was great to meet the ladies and I made your garbanzo dish for my dinner! Read More
LADIES of Expat BLOG Coffee Morning by wizardofnaz
DATE: 10th January TIME: 9:30 to 1:00 Location: My Place :) if you are planning on attending just post a message on this topic :)and PM me your cell number. by the end of wednesday evening i shall call attendees, then PM my cell and directions to ...
Hi Wiz, Hope it's not too late to put my name down. Cheers Read More
Quad Biking Red Sands by nzpounamu
How about an expat-blog get together this weekend? If anyone is intersted we're going out to the red sands to ride quad bikes this Thursday (25th), heading out around 8.00am. If anyone would like to join us you're more than welcome. Bring a bit of ...
Apologies ladies and gents. Habibi has to work tomorrow so are moving Red Sand Quad biking to Friday (26th) morning. This is what happens when the boss has visa issues that have prevented him from returning to the country for the past week, and ... Read More
Attention: All Engineers (Mohandes) in KSA by seeker of truth
All expat engineers have to register with SCE By ARAB NEWS Published: Aug 26, 2010 00:08 Updated: Aug 26, 2010 00:08 [b]JEDDAH: Foreign engineers have to be registered with the Saudi Council of Engineers for the issuance and renewal of their ...
@uvnpsaradhi One of my friend's friend working in ministry and he told me that this was introduced to curb some unlawful things that has been done and continue to be doing. He was telling that a lot of people who are working as Engineers as actually ... Read More
Quad Biking Red Sands by nzpounamu
How about an expat-blog get together this weekend? If anyone is intersted we're going out to the red sands to ride quad bikes this Thursday (25th), heading out around 8.00am. If anyone would like to join us you're more than welcome. Bring a bit of ...
@Sparrow, an ATV is an all terrain vehicle, otherwise known as a quad bike. The 90cc size you hire at the dunes are small and easy to ride. @Slyshooter, I like the sound of planned sick days for MadMaz. In NZ we called them MDO's....Maori Days ... Read More
Quad Biking Red Sands
How about an expat-blog get together this weekend? If anyone is intersted we're going out to the red sands to ride quad bikes this Thursday (25th), heading out around 8.00am. If anyone would like to join us you're more than welcome. Bring a bit of ... Read More
Motorcycles in Saudi Arabia (Riyadh)?? by Mudrinjo
Im considering buying motorcycle. Then again, when I think again I didnt see not even one in 4 months since Im here and I pretty know the reason - ITS TOO DANGEROUS TO DRIVE IT in this crazy traffic. Whats your opinion? Is it smart to buy ...
Go down Tahalea Street Wednesday and Thursday nights - plenty of motorbikes with Saudi boys doing crazy things. Johnny Rockets is their usual hangout around 10pm. My husband has a bike, a MotoGuzzi, he bought here in Riyadh. Hubby doesn't do daily ... Read More
Riyadh events 2010 by Alisan
Hi everyone, I thought that it's a good idea to start a thread about the events taking place in Riyadh, so all the Riyadh expat community are invited to share upcoming events, & preferably by providing all details. The event that is taking place ...
For you horsy types, add this to your calenday When 1 - 4 December, 2010 Where International Equestrian School, Equestrian Club , Riyadh What The Saudi International Show Jumping Championship 2010, in its 7th edition, will be held in ... Read More
Seder Coffee Morning anyone? by Guest8748
I saw a notice for the Seder compound coffee morning today it is on 31st October from 09:30 to 12:30. SR40 for entrance which includes breakfast and a raffle ticket. I was planning on going if anyone is interested in meeting up there? You need to ...
Zara, can you send me the details. Our compound events organisor is non-existant so we rarely hear whats goin on. I can't make it that day :( but I'd like to pass the info to ladies here at Jazeera. Read More
Rugby in Riyadh by RiyadhRugby
Hi all, i have a few girlfriends are wanting to join rugby in riyadh, does anyone have an idea where? Thank you, N.
Dubai 7's are on again late next month aren't they? Hubby is considering attending. Read More
Anyone know where one can get horseriding lessons by nzpounamu
I have a couple of friends wanting to know where is the best place in Riyadh for getting horse riding lessons. If you have contact info that would be great. Cheers
Thanks for that info Alliecat. Will check them out. And I thought Guide was 'how to' info - haven't even given it a look since I joined up, Ooops. Read More
Anyone know where one can get horseriding lessons
I have a couple of friends wanting to know where is the best place in Riyadh for getting horse riding lessons. If you have contact info that would be great. Cheers Read More
Soon to be an expat from Ireland by bishy118
Hello everyone im moving to Riyadh next month just thought id join up and see how things are over there hellooooo to everyone Sean
Welcome to the forum Sean. There are also a number of private dental practices in Riyadh, staffed by mixed genders, where you wife may be able to find work. Read More
Riyadh Road Runners - is anyone here a member? by gowiththeflowUK
Hi guys & gals - thought to check with you - I am thinking of joining Riyadh Road Runners as Ian & I run regularly. He is an experienced runner, as with a lot of South African's, able to run incredible distances. But little old me is simply a 5 - ...
I understand that jogging shorts worn on the street are frowned on, but I have on rare occasions seen a couple of guys out jogging in them anyway. Hubby goes jogging in the early morning round the local streets. He tends to wear the long shorts ... Read More
Rugby in Riyadh by RiyadhRugby
Hi all, i have a few girlfriends are wanting to join rugby in riyadh, does anyone have an idea where? Thank you, N.
I know some NZers about to start touch rugby soon. If you're interested in that I can fish out the contacts. Read More
Ideas please... Day or overnight trip. Interested in cultural aspects. by saudiexpatfamily
Family with young children wanting ideas on where to go, what to do out of riyadh. Done the museums, zoo etc Looking for history things. Just read Jubail is neat but its more than a day/overnight trip for us. Want to learn more about the history of ...
Alliecat and GowiththeflowUK Hubby and I are very interested in doing some expat tiki touring ourselves. Will be PM'ing for your contact details. Read More
Sing along by seeker of truth
Is there any place where we can let our golden voices out even once in a while :D:D:D i hope its really golden :cool::cool:..hehehe..
Every now and then one of the cafe staff on our compound brings round the karaoke so she and I can sing to our hearts content up in the 'caravan'. No-one else is ever keen to join us - not sure why. I love it. I'm not much good - age and alcohol ... Read More
Driving Range this Friday - Arizona by CivEngr
I'm gonna hit the driving range at 10 AM this Fri at the Arizona (I suck at golf too, just like darts). For non-members like me a bucket of balls is 10 Riyal, one club (if you have none) is 3 Riyal each, and the use fee is 35 Riyal. If you are a ...
Already made plans for this W/E. Thanks for the contact number though so Hubby and I can get along another day. Have a good time :) Read More
Hello
I'm a newbie to the forum. Have been in Riyadh since early this year and still getting used to the place and it's....uniqueness. Am very interested in meeting new friends while in Riyadh. Read More