trailblazingdoc
American looking for information about Saudi Arabia
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ABAYA- At what age do girls have to start to wear abaya? by trailblazingdoc
At what age do girls have to start to wear abaya?
Yeah... I'm familiar with Vegas heat. In fact, I have a trip planned to Vegas the next week. We'll be staying at Luxor and watch Chris Angel Show. I promised my wife I'd never drag her into hot places like Palm Springs and this ... Read More
What Will You Most Enjoy Back Home? by Full Monty
I can't wait to see my family, after ten months away from them. And walk bare-foot on grass and try some 'home' foods you can't get here. Also a walk in a park will be nice, how about you>
Isn't there any resorts where women can wear bathing suit? What about swimming pools in compound? I'm not in Saudi yet and am trying to gather as much information. Read More
ABAYA- At what age do girls have to start to wear abaya? by trailblazingdoc
At what age do girls have to start to wear abaya?
Yeah.... Some of the posts about oogling eyes is a bit hard to relate to as that really isn't the case here in US. I guess if men live in a setting where they don't get to see much of skin it's all in their imagination. Often sexual ... Read More
Books
This is kind of sad. I'm used to doing activities with my wife and it seems I need to split up with her. Read More
What Will You Most Enjoy Back Home? by Full Monty
I can't wait to see my family, after ten months away from them. And walk bare-foot on grass and try some 'home' foods you can't get here. Also a walk in a park will be nice, how about you>
Might I suggest a quick trip to Baker's beach in SF, CA, USA LOL.... Read More
ABAYA- At what age do girls have to start to wear abaya? by trailblazingdoc
At what age do girls have to start to wear abaya?
The question was out of respect and to abide by it. Otherwise, the question would be moot. I'm not gonna go around judging other's customs. I am South Korean by blood before becoming US citizen and Korea has in the past had similar ... Read More
ABAYA- At what age do girls have to start to wear abaya? by trailblazingdoc
At what age do girls have to start to wear abaya?
Well for one thing, CA is known for sunny weather. So people dress accordingly. Read More
ABAYA- At what age do girls have to start to wear abaya? by trailblazingdoc
At what age do girls have to start to wear abaya?
In terms of sharia. I have a 11 old daughter who looks like 9. I'm sure she wouldn't want to wear one. She's full blooded California girl. I'm just dreading telling her that at some point she will have to wear one. But ... Read More
Music Lessons?
I was hoping to get some recommendations rather than making initial contacts first... Read More
ABAYA- At what age do girls have to start to wear abaya?
At what age do girls have to start to wear abaya? Read More
Compound rating
If you had to rate the compounds in Khobar regardless of price, what would be on top 5 or 10? I'm American by the way. The criteria would be the facility upkeep, security, amenities, quality of housing units, etc. Thank you ahead for any ... Read More
Music Lessons?
Are there good music schools? My daughter plays cello and piano and son plays alto sax and piano. They are also going to take up guitar and drums respectively this summer. I want them to continue with their music lessons. How do you find good ... Read More
Oasis Compound at Khobar by ManuelGomez
Someone of you does knwo the Oasis Compound in khobar? It was offered to me by my company as place for living and would like if it is a good option or if other place could be better in Khobar.
Oasis Compound has the best security for a reason. It was the site of "2004 Khobar Massacre." You can find that exact heading in wikipedia for further details. Just thought you should be aware. Read More
Moving to Khobar with Family of 6 looking for a nice compound by LIonel_K
Hello, I am moving in Aug to Khobar and expect my wife and 4 children to join me within 3 month (hopefully), been trolling the web a bit to find nice compounds, any idea out there (looking for a 3 to 4 bedroom villa around 200k SAR or a bit ...
Congrats. BTW. I'm not local...so I couldn't help you with the compound. I'm currently in the interviewing process and am just interested in the same stuff. So judging from the price point, you must be getting pretty good salary. ... Read More
Doctor's salary by mshaqal
Hi gys I got a job as a doctor in Jeddah salary 40000/month and housing is it good?I live in USA but Arabic in origin. Thank you
This post is quite discouraging. I know I'm quite late in the discussion. But why would a US based internal medicine doc even consider $130k/yr salary? At my last employment, pain specialist fresh out of school started with $220k/yr base ... Read More
living in jeddah with SAR 8000 + pay school for kid - good salary? by abdoumandoudi
I am offered a job with SAR 8000 with housing and medical insurance. also bonus(not sure how much) but I have to pay for the kid school. is this a good salary. can I make it?
Even if they pay for the education 100%, 8000/month would be just enough to cover for the cost of living for the family of 4. Don't you want to save some money at the end of the contract? You don't want to just survive for the contract ... Read More
BORED - what to do in Damman and Kohbar? Activities? by mardini
hey all what yo do its boring at dammam and kohbar any activities
I will have to look you up when I go to khobar. Been planning for my son and I to pick up on guitar this year.. Read More
chiropractor in Al Khobar? by karen carpenter
Has anyone been to the chiropractor. In Saad hospital.or know of any other Chiropractor. In Al Khobar
Well, from what I can tell from their CV, I think they only obtain US or Canadian chiropractors which means they are trained as primary physician. Outside of North America, chiropractic training is bachelor level as where in US and Canada, it's ... Read More
Specialist Doctor salary at MOH (KSA), Riyadh Saudi Arabia by Kannadiga
[color=#1D198A]Hi friends! I am attending the Ministry of Health (MOH) interview in the coming January ("Specialist Doctor" position in Riyadh). Can anyone advise me regarding the average salary offered to Specialists in Riyadh? I have 5 ...
Hmmm.. I'm a bit late with reply... but the salary in KSA seems quite low compared to US. I asked for 750,000/yr or $200,000/yr since it comes with free housing, school for kids, transportation, and health insurance. I have an interview ... Read More
ksa vs. uae by woopark
Hello guys I got two offers. One is from a company in ksa. My basic salary from the ksa company is usd 15,000/month but no housing. The other one is from a company in uae. My basic salary from the uae company is usd 8,500 /month but the uae firm ...
I'm not in either countries right now.. but have been researching quite a bit for these 2 particular countries. Let's start with the obvious. KSA is paying $78,000 more per year. For that money, you can live quite extravagantly. 2 ... Read More
chiropractor in Al Khobar? by karen carpenter
Has anyone been to the chiropractor. In Saad hospital.or know of any other Chiropractor. In Al Khobar
I have a meeting with one of them (not sure if there are multiple or one) in couple of weeks. What would you like to know? Perhaps I can ask him. Read More
ENT Specialist in Khobar SAAD Hospital
http://www.saadmedical.com/healthcareCommunity/Departmental_Contact.aspx?lang=en At above link, if it doesn't get moderated, you can find doctor by department or by name at Saad SH. BTW, if you need to see a specialist, you need to see a ... Read More
Can anyone help me with the timeline expectation?
I have been researching quite a bit about life in Saudi and work conditions and have decided to give it a go. I have applied to a hospital and have an interview scheduled 2 weeks from now. The recruiters who's helping me stated that after the ... Read More
need advise for home based business
Hmmm... doesn't Saudi have good bakeries? Read More
Safety and security...
Thank you for the reply. I always thought of Saudi as a very peaceful nation. But then the recent job interest made me do some research and I'm uncovering some disturbing past issues that didn't see the light of day here in the states. ... Read More
Where to buy a stove top espresso maker in Khobar? by enjangu
I've been searching high and low for an italian style stovetop espresso maker in Khobar. Any suggestions?
I read the drip method best preserves the coffee's aroma... Not that I am much of a barista... Read More
Is it allowed to fly a drone here in KSA? by gonzrule
Hi all! I have been wondering whether it is allowed here in KSA to fly a drone with a camera mounted/installed to it. I have been thinking it would make a good hobby, as I myself like discovering places. If it is (or not), do we need to obtain a ...
The state could control the capacity of the drones. My understanding is that the photography is not exactly welcome in KSA. Perhaps low capacity drones without camera are allowed. Read More
Is it allowed to fly a drone here in KSA? by gonzrule
Hi all! I have been wondering whether it is allowed here in KSA to fly a drone with a camera mounted/installed to it. I have been thinking it would make a good hobby, as I myself like discovering places. If it is (or not), do we need to obtain a ...
I use google street view to confirm the location of my target - usually a camera shop or somewhere I'm conducting a lecture. I also use it to get an idea of a place I wish to visit, or just for fun. If you go to Westminster in London, police ... Read More
Safety and security...
So I understand compound doesn't just exist to preserve western lifestyle but also for security reason as it is obvious with such high walls with barbed wire on top. I'm assuming that if security was concern enough to warrant compound ... Read More
Fun in Khobar? by enjangu
Hi. What is there for a single woman to do in Khobar on the weekends (besides go to Bahrain)?
Thanks. Hope I get good news from the would-be employer. I'm so split though. I was just talking over with my wife about the female situation over there and my wife stopped me at no driving for women part. She's not going lol. She's ... Read More
Fun in Khobar? by enjangu
Hi. What is there for a single woman to do in Khobar on the weekends (besides go to Bahrain)?
I thought women weren't allowed to drive in KSA.... Anyway, I was wondering about that. I'm waiting for a job offer currently and if I do accept any offer, I am contemplating on whether to go alone or take the family along... I'd ... Read More
Women's fitness swimming in Khobar by enjangu
Hi. I'm looking for a place to do serious lap swimming in Khobar, without having to pay more than 500 R per month. There are some other threads on this topic, but they are at least 2 years old. Please help. This is the only type of exercise ...
Hmmm... good to hear. I'm waiting for job offer at Saad Hospital... Read More
Need some help please! by whit3_blu3
I have some medical question for a doctor,nurse or somebody who lives in Saudi Arabia - Riyadh! Thanks you for your help!
LOL... I'd think it's obvious. STD issue? So what would happen in Saudi if one has an STD since, I'd think, extra-marital affairs are illegal? Would there be a legal repercussion if one visited hospital to find out STD and single? Read More