Ayesha_baba
English expat in Saudi Arabia
Forum posts
31
Contacts
7
About me
English
Lives in Riyadh
Registration: 30 March 2015
Riyadh Mommy & Baby Playdate Meetup by Guitardoctora
Hi My name is Huda and I lived in Riyadh for the past 2 years,an ex-doctor now a stay at home mom with a 1 year old son. Riyadh is a difficult city to meet new people , I have tried meeting people in Parks and Malls but people here are so gaurded ...
Hi! Me and another mum are meeting today! Do we need a country code for your number? Read More
Baby and mum groups/ playdates
Yessss...i know right! Plus every post on here is so old!! Swimming classes sound good to me! Ill message you :) Read More
Baby and mum groups/ playdates
Hi everyone!! I鈥檓 still on the hunt for some kind of baby and mum groups/class/ get together for me and my 8 month old! Does anyone know of any? Or any mums who wants to attempt to start some kind of social thing to engage the little ... Read More
Baby/toddler Playgroup by Mbarkouky
Hello, I just recently moved to Eiyadh with my 8 month old baby girl and I am interested in forming a playgroup for her where she can meet and spend time with other kids and for me to get to know other mothers. I live in the Murabba area. Please let ...
Hi, sorry for the late reply! My baby is now 7months old, how about yours?? Read More
Riyadh Mommy & Baby Playdate Meetup by Guitardoctora
Hi My name is Huda and I lived in Riyadh for the past 2 years,an ex-doctor now a stay at home mom with a 1 year old son. Riyadh is a difficult city to meet new people , I have tried meeting people in Parks and Malls but people here are so gaurded ...
Hi, Are you still in Riyadh? I鈥檓 here with my 7 month old and would like to meet mums with babies to try get out and about? Contact me if your interested? That鈥檚 also open to anyone else. Let鈥檚 try to organise a meet up at a ... Read More
Riyadh Mommy & Baby Playdate Meetup by Guitardoctora
Hi My name is Huda and I lived in Riyadh for the past 2 years,an ex-doctor now a stay at home mom with a 1 year old son. Riyadh is a difficult city to meet new people , I have tried meeting people in Parks and Malls but people here are so gaurded ...
Hi, I鈥檓 going to be returning to Riyadh with my son now and wanted to know if you鈥檇 had any luck with the baby and mommy groups? Ayesha Read More
Baby/toddler Playgroup by Mbarkouky
Hello, I just recently moved to Eiyadh with my 8 month old baby girl and I am interested in forming a playgroup for her where she can meet and spend time with other kids and for me to get to know other mothers. I live in the Murabba area. Please let ...
Hi, I was wondering if you found any groups in Riyadh for new mums? Thanks Read More
Female Friends - In riyadh by MrsN
Hi , Ive recently Just moved to riyadh , and would like to meet up with a few female friends near/around the financial area . Just for a coffee , shopping and girly stuff ,age range between 20-27 . They are alot of restrictions here for women ...
Hi, I dont know if theres an actual group yet! Where are you going to be teaching? Read More
Essentials to live in Saudi Arabia by Christine
Hi, As an expat living in Saudi Arabia, what would you advise the ones about to pack to bring along? What are the items you can easily find in Saudi Arabia? On the other hand, what is less common or quite expensive? Share with us what you ...
TO BRING: Always bring your favorite snacks, me and my husband always stock up because they're either way over priced as they're imported or...major unhealthy! A lot of the food in Saudi is relatively unhealthy, high in sugar an/ or fat. ... Read More
Sweet Valentine Place for Couples in Riyadh by augustan
Hi guys! I just want to ask those couples out there. Where can I take my wife for a sweet valentine date? we are here in Riyadh. I want to take her to a place here in Riyadh where we can enjoy our valentine date. Thanks Happy Valentine in advance! ...
....I don't see you offering any places? Let this gentleman go try them and decide for himself. Like I said it is a matter of opinion and no ones opinion is incorrect. Read More
Average salary for EFL Teachers? by Madbrad7979
Hi guys! I was wondering if you could tell me what an average salary at a Uni in Riyadh for ESL teachers is? Thank you!
No Problem MadBrad.... to be honest even the bottom of the spectrum is still enough to live more than comfortably here and save money. The cost of living itself is Saudi is cheap, a lot cheaper than the UK. I manage to fit in travelling, dining ... Read More
Sweet Valentine Place for Couples in Riyadh by augustan
Hi guys! I just want to ask those couples out there. Where can I take my wife for a sweet valentine date? we are here in Riyadh. I want to take her to a place here in Riyadh where we can enjoy our valentine date. Thanks Happy Valentine in advance! ...
Well that's slightly rude, but i guess that's your opinion. It's the setting of being alone with your loved one. Depending on the cuisine and environment you choose depends on the restaurant you choose. So again, that's your ... Read More
Sweet Valentine Place for Couples in Riyadh by augustan
Hi guys! I just want to ask those couples out there. Where can I take my wife for a sweet valentine date? we are here in Riyadh. I want to take her to a place here in Riyadh where we can enjoy our valentine date. Thanks Happy Valentine in advance! ...
There are so many lovely restaurants in Riyadh. Fairouz Garden, Diamond, Najd Village, Elements, The globe; all offer intimate settings. You could also go bowling. I know its not a big deal but things like that are what I miss from back home, ... Read More
Average salary for EFL Teachers? by Madbrad7979
Hi guys! I was wondering if you could tell me what an average salary at a Uni in Riyadh for ESL teachers is? Thank you!
Erm...they base it on the qualifications you have and also depends whether your teaching at a college, university, language centre etc. University positions usually pay more. Then if you have a BA MA and CELTA/TEFL you'll probably be hitting the ... Read More
Female Friends - In riyadh by MrsN
Hi , Ive recently Just moved to riyadh , and would like to meet up with a few female friends near/around the financial area . Just for a coffee , shopping and girly stuff ,age range between 20-27 . They are alot of restrictions here for women ...
Is this still being organised? I posted a new thread but haven't received any interest :( also looking to make more friends here in Riyadh. Read More
I want to have expat friends, I'm saudi female :) by Eng.Saudi
Hi, I want to practice my English with native speakers (Ideally, from western or non-Islamic\non-Arabic countries) first by emailing and then via skype (I want to improve my accent whilst helping others to understand my culture more). I don't ...
i'm confused? I give salaam to women mostly, some men I see all the time, what is expected - to ignore their existence?Yes maybe you are polite but Ive been here 2 years and a lot of men here i find ignore you (which im sure is out of respect). ... Read More
I want to have expat friends, I'm saudi female :) by Eng.Saudi
Hi, I want to practice my English with native speakers (Ideally, from western or non-Islamic\non-Arabic countries) first by emailing and then via skype (I want to improve my accent whilst helping others to understand my culture more). I don't ...
...that sucks! I'm British but being a woman i doubt my salaam would be much welcomed by people haha...id be seen as over friendly i guess. Read More
I want to have expat friends, I'm saudi female :) by Eng.Saudi
Hi, I want to practice my English with native speakers (Ideally, from western or non-Islamic\non-Arabic countries) first by emailing and then via skype (I want to improve my accent whilst helping others to understand my culture more). I don't ...
Hi, I'm an English teacher here is Saudi and I don't mind helping you out :) Read More
Open area for coffee or anything else in Riyadh
There is a lovely cafe called Al-Masa Cafe on the corner of Olaya Avenue (very small mall). They have both a family and single outdoor section. A little bit on the pricier side but I think its worth it because one thing I miss from the UK is having ... Read More
Advice on joining KSU in Riyadh as ESL Teacher! Help! by Madbrad7979
Hello everyone! I've been offered a job at KSU in Riyadh and really need some advice from female teachers out there. It is via a contractor they use and I'd love to hear from teachers currently out there or who have worked there. My prime ...
Sounds good! In sha Allah it all goes to plan for you! My advice is to go to the visa office asap and start the checks now. They've added more checks from when I previously came out. You now have to have your degree and masters attested and ... Read More
Reimbursement of visa costs by gingerpo
Hi All Hope someone can offer me some advice. My company is refusing to reimburse my visa costs, as promised. I understand that visa costs are supposed to be paid by the company according to the labor law but i can only find this in the labor law ...
Sorry, Perhaps contact your embassy in Saudi and they may be able to help more with the fine print. :) Read More
Arabic classes in Riyadh by smithc24
Hi all Does anyone on here attend Arabic classes in Riyadh? Is anyone interested in going to classes if not? I've just moved here for the next year or so and am looking to take a class once a week. Chris
I'm also interested in learning Arabic but i'm assuming it will all be segregated here. Do you know of any female institutions? Thank you Read More
Reimbursement of visa costs by gingerpo
Hi All Hope someone can offer me some advice. My company is refusing to reimburse my visa costs, as promised. I understand that visa costs are supposed to be paid by the company according to the labor law but i can only find this in the labor law ...
Hi, Sorry to hear about the awkward situation your in at the moment. As far as i'm aware it is an agreement made between the employer and employee prior to arrival in KSA which should be stated in your contract. Some people receive full ... Read More
Advice on joining KSU in Riyadh as ESL Teacher! Help! by Madbrad7979
Hello everyone! I've been offered a job at KSU in Riyadh and really need some advice from female teachers out there. It is via a contractor they use and I'd love to hear from teachers currently out there or who have worked there. My prime ...
When you arrive they usually take your passport to then apply for your iqama and this can take anywhere between 2 weeks and 2 months depending on time of the year. After that you should then get your iqama AND you passport back as this is your ... Read More
Advice on joining KSU in Riyadh as ESL Teacher! Help! by Madbrad7979
Hello everyone! I've been offered a job at KSU in Riyadh and really need some advice from female teachers out there. It is via a contractor they use and I'd love to hear from teachers currently out there or who have worked there. My prime ...
Hi Madbrad! I am currently working in Riyadh teaching ESL. I'm not at KSU but as far as I'm aware the teaching it self can vary from place to place. I know people based at KSU and PNU who say it can be a lot of work but if you enjoy ... Read More
Do and don't in Saudi Arabia - 2015 by Homoud.only
[quote=lifcrazy]Hi That's true , but still the expenses her cheaper than other countries beside Tax Free, Thanks[/quote] i think those are the most advantage living here (:
I've been in Saudi now for about 6 months and I would avoid coming alone if possible if it's unavoidable then make friends because it can be a frustratingly lonely place especially for women! It really is a mans world out here and a complete ... Read More
Looking for open minded girls to hangout with in Riyadh by TheA20
Hey everyone! I just got to riaydh a few days ago. and I'm looking for some new open minded friends to hangout with here. I realized everything here is split into women only or families and men only. And so it hit me I can't survive living ...
Hi Ladies, Just been reading through some of the more recent posts and i must admit youve got my attention. Im also a bored expat living in Riyadh missing girly company. Im here with my husband and originally from the UK. Would love to join in ... Read More