kzm40
English expat in Saudi Arabia
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Lives in Riyadh
Registration: 29 September 2010
Seaweed??
Anyone know if this can be bought in Riyadh? And if so where? Thanks.. Read More
Without too much thought - WHAT ARE YOU MISSING THE MOST, RIGHT NOW! by gowiththeflowUK
OK, here is a sharp and snappy post for the day - quick responses only please ...
The seasons.. and the flowering plant reminders.. Snowdrops now I guess, back home. :) Read More
Without too much thought - WHAT ARE YOU MISSING THE MOST, RIGHT NOW! by gowiththeflowUK
OK, here is a sharp and snappy post for the day - quick responses only please ...
My baby http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v79/shed17/IMG_1101.jpgNice car.. and nice plate.. saw a similiar one once, I assume the owner stuttered,, it was F 444 COF.. :) Read More
learn Saudi accent by abuayman
I have been here in Riyadh for long time . If you want me to help you understand Arabic please let me know
It's the Scots I need help with !!!!!!!!! :lol: :joking: :lol:Oh I love their accent! :top:Oh I don't know, I haven't got a clue what MaserMan's on about when he turns up on my doorstep but he usually shuts up when I shove a cup of tea at him ... Read More
Mobile Phones (yes, again!) by Alliecat
Has anybody bought one of the Chinese Iphones? Do they work well? I went scouting around a bit yesterday and the owner of a kiosk was showing me one. I know it's a knockoff and my concern is that it would die in a month or two, but he offered me ...
Has anybody bought one of the Chinese Iphones? Do they work well? I went scouting around a bit yesterday and the owner of a kiosk was showing me one. I know it's a knockoff and my concern is that it would die in a month or two, but he offered me ... Read More
Missing Harry Potter Part 1 Finale
Bummer. :( Seen all in the series. Daughter saw it and said best ever. I really am bummed that no theaters here in the KSA. Guess I'll have to wait until I go home for a few weeks in December.The books are banned in KSA to, all the witchcraft.. ... Read More
Entry and exit visa by Alisan
Hello guys, Do all exit & entry visas to ksa expire within 6 months, or they have some that expires within 4 months? are there any new rules regarding the EEV? and if someone left the kingdom & their visa expired is it difficult to get it renewed? ...
Mines good for 6 months from the date you activate it by leaving the country. Once given one you have 90 days to activate. I got mine on 14/8/10 and activated it on the 9/9/10 so it should be good until 9/3/11. Not sure about the rest. I am sure ... Read More
Women Drivers by CivEngr
Okay, gotta give credit where credit is due. I'll take a woman driver over any of the drivers around here. At least when they talk on a cell phone while driving, they can stay in their lane even while also putting on their make-up.
I assumed driving while using a mobile was compulsory?? No? Women drivers.. :)http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=39qdhbkTko4 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 ...
Uhmmmmm...time to put on some tight leathers, buy a Harley and join you guys.Go for it.... :)... Forget how much I love bikes.. 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 ...
I love bikes and wouldn't have a problem riding here.. As long as you're experienced and know how to ride defensively, then it could be fun. There are some crazy riders out there thou, full wheelies the length of tallia is not unknown. Read More
Taking Cigarettes back to the UK by Slap and Tickle
Hi, Does anyone know if I can take cigarettes bought in a Saudi shop back to the UK....Is there a limit before having to pay tax ? Cheers :)
try putting them togetherVery Good.. :D Read More
Ladies I got good news for you.. by Alisan
Hello, Ok ladies, I ve been using this private taxi along with a friend of mine who was using the service a long time ago. The taxi is private, the car is unmarked & tinted in the back, works 24 hours, and most importantly safe & punctual. The ...
so...you learned a new word. Excellent :lol: And as for my misquote, my apologies--you certainly do deserve all the credit ;)Indeed he does ;) Read More
Ladies I got good news for you.. by Alisan
Hello, Ok ladies, I ve been using this private taxi along with a friend of mine who was using the service a long time ago. The taxi is private, the car is unmarked & tinted in the back, works 24 hours, and most importantly safe & punctual. The ...
But they're already on the roads.... Just with hired drivers!!A very good point KZM. Drivers, brothers, husbands..., someone is getting them somewhere.But women on the road...I mean mothers driving sisters, daughters, aunts, sisters driving ... Read More
Colleague's visa by Allons-y
My colleague arrived on the 9th of October with a 30-day business visa from the United States. He is awaiting his iqama and wants to leave the country for the Hajj, but he is now thinking that he is overextending his stay as of Monday. I recall ...
My colleague arrived on the 9th of October with a 30-day business visa from the United States. He is awaiting his iqama and wants to leave the country for the Hajj, but he is now thinking that he is overextending his stay as of Monday. I recall ... Read More
Ladies I got good news for you.. by Alisan
Hello, Ok ladies, I ve been using this private taxi along with a friend of mine who was using the service a long time ago. The taxi is private, the car is unmarked & tinted in the back, works 24 hours, and most importantly safe & punctual. The ...
Kids can drive, but women can not!!I think the men should be banned from driving too! Seriously, putting all the cultural prejudices that Saudi men have against women aside, I just can't see women driving anytime soon from a logistics point of ... Read More
Ladies I got good news for you.. by Alisan
Hello, Ok ladies, I ve been using this private taxi along with a friend of mine who was using the service a long time ago. The taxi is private, the car is unmarked & tinted in the back, works 24 hours, and most importantly safe & punctual. The ...
Just copy what the Saudi's do, when their sons are at least 9/10 years old they get them to drive their women around! Or if you don't have kids, then hire the neighbours kids to drive you :DSo you can get a license and insurance for 9/10 yr olds to ... Read More
Taxi driver being tried for khalwa by gowiththeflowUK
By ARAB NEWS Published: Nov 2, 2010 20:58 Updated: Nov 2, 2010 20:58 JEDDAH: The Jeddah Summary Court has started hearing the case of a limousine driver charged with khulwa (illegitimate seclusion) because he was driving a Chinese nurse from King ...
So are women not surposed to go in Taxis? Read More
Ladies I got good news for you.. by Alisan
Hello, Ok ladies, I ve been using this private taxi along with a friend of mine who was using the service a long time ago. The taxi is private, the car is unmarked & tinted in the back, works 24 hours, and most importantly safe & punctual. The ...
Just copy what the Saudi's do, when their sons are at least 9/10 years old they get them to drive their women around! Or if you don't have kids, then hire the neighbours kids to drive you :DSo you can get a license and insurance for 9/10 yr olds to ... Read More
Halloween Parties by salmanthetauras
Hi there, Is there any Halloween party in Riyadh?? I know it sounds bit different but I guess there is no harm in asking?? Regards Salman
The compound is nice but there is a hardcore minority who would like to see just about anything banned or covered under a niqab!! It does make you wonder why they're on a compound?? Read More
Bowling in Riyadh for Families by salmanthetauras
Hi All, Can anyone please confirm is there any place in Riyadh for Bowling where we can go with family esp. for kids. Regards Salman
Hi All, Can anyone please confirm is there any place in Riyadh for Bowling where we can go with family esp. for kids. Regards SalmanBe carefull who you get directions from, or you could end up going via New York.. :) Read More
hellooo, newbie alert. by Simona L
heyy im new to this website :] i thought it looked pretty cool & i dont know a great deal of people in Saudi Arabia so i thought id join and get to know a few of youu. hope youu all have a great upcoming weekend! :] xx
Wellcome to 'the dead centre' of Saudi.. And to the Forum, :cool: Read More
Who can help out with the collection of a piano? by gowiththeflowUK
Hey Guys - this is a call for some help please. I have finally managed to find and buy a piano :top: only problem is I need to collect it and our vehicle can't do it as it will need to be transported upright and not on its back :( Question is: Can ...
ps. I know what a tangent is, but what is BDSM? As long as it's not this evening, I'm a bit tied up.Brilliant.. :) Read More
What Not to do in Saudi by Nina_01
I thought it would be nice to start this thread on what NOT to do in saudi, since there is a lot on what to do and so on. Anyway, my recommendation of the day would be: (For Women) Try not to be overly friendly to a shop employee. Usually they take ...
Gents, please don't wear upper knee shorts! Recently my husband had to visit the local prison to help one guy get out of there. Imagine the guy had to stay 3 days in jail only because he wore very dicent upper knee shorts in Kingdom Tower and had ... Read More
What Not to do in Saudi by Nina_01
I thought it would be nice to start this thread on what NOT to do in saudi, since there is a lot on what to do and so on. Anyway, my recommendation of the day would be: (For Women) Try not to be overly friendly to a shop employee. Usually they take ...
I am adamant about not allowing my time here to change who I am inside.Excellent point Alliecat.. I totally agree.. 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!!!!! ...
Good ones go very quickly and they usually want 6 months rent upfront, and the amount you pay extra for furnished, will easily cover the cost of buying the basics, all depending on how long you expect/plan to stay.. Read More
Happy Global Handwashing Day! by CivEngr
I swear it is. It said it on Saudi TV (October 15th). Washy-Washy :)
There's still time to wash!! It's only 22:30!! ;):cool:Well... did you? heheWell of course, how could I possibly miss out on such an exciting event. :cool: (My excitment threshold is however considerably lower than it used to be).... Read More
Happy Global Handwashing Day! by CivEngr
I swear it is. It said it on Saudi TV (October 15th). Washy-Washy :)
I swear it is. It said it on Saudi TV (October 15th). Washy-Washy :)Dam.. How could I have missed this...:(There's still time to wash!! It's only 22:30!! ;):cool: Read More
Happy Global Handwashing Day! by CivEngr
I swear it is. It said it on Saudi TV (October 15th). Washy-Washy :)
I swear it is. It said it on Saudi TV (October 15th). Washy-Washy :)Dam.. How could I have missed this...:( Read More
Katy Perry Fan by CivEngr
My 21 yr old daughter loaded onto my Ipod before I headed across the pond. Turned into fan. Can you even buy here CD's here?
Towards the end of the last centuary, the color PINKcame into fashion for men...my curiosity; do all men have something pink in their closset since the fashion and have no real emotional attachment to this color or do men wear pink to bring out ... Read More
Have you guys visited UBC Bowling Area in Riyadh? by Fidgety Soul
The old residents may already know about the place but the new comers may need some refreshing place to go with their family. women don't need to wear abaya so it means no Mutawa intruders and believe me every one has their family around so they ...
Except Allie and Dave ,we all sux big time in Bowling :lol:So what were the best scores?? Not that I'm in any way competitive..:cool: Read More
You seem like nice folks... by Izzi-n-Rod
Hi Folks, We're new to the forum. Izzi & I are in the UK at present, coming out to Riyadh in a couple of weeks for a look with the possibility of moving out in December - would really like some advice on the "social" scene in Riyadh for couples & ...
Wellcome to the forum.. There's lots of information on here regarding compounds, but waiting lists can be very long. Someone in the medical field should be able to help on the opertunities available for your wife. Good luck with your decision. Read More
Have you guys visited UBC Bowling Area in Riyadh? by Fidgety Soul
The old residents may already know about the place but the new comers may need some refreshing place to go with their family. women don't need to wear abaya so it means no Mutawa intruders and believe me every one has their family around so they ...
He's right--the map shows "off al mathaar street riyadh saudi near Uniondale, NY 11553" !! Bizarre, although a trip to NY for all of us to bowl would be quite an adventure :)Count me in.. A much better venue... Read More
Darts Anyone? I live near Granda Shopping Mall by CivEngr
Just got a dart board. Got lots of room to party; 2 living rooms, kitchen, 1-1/2 bath, 2 bedrooms. Waste of space. Great party house but no peeps to party with. I suck at darts but it is something to do. Any interset? I live near the Granda ...
It's okay--I'll have an excuse for playing badly lolIt's good to get the excuses in early.. Actually I don't think I've ever played without a little buzz.. :cool:So you're getting in your excuse, too, eh? ;)I might be.. LOL.. :cool: Read More
Darts Anyone? I live near Granda Shopping Mall by CivEngr
Just got a dart board. Got lots of room to party; 2 living rooms, kitchen, 1-1/2 bath, 2 bedrooms. Waste of space. Great party house but no peeps to party with. I suck at darts but it is something to do. Any interset? I live near the Granda ...
Allie, can't do much about the buzz part though.It's okay--I'll have an excuse for playing badly lolIt's good to get the excuses in early.. Actually I don't think I've ever played without a little buzz.. :cool: Read More
Skype? Is it the best thing to use to call abroad? by jameel137
Hi, I should be moving to Riyadh soon and I was wonering whether skype is really the best thing to call home. So you need a webcam right? The person on the other end would also need a webcam..? And its completely free...unless the other person isn't ...
Its also cheap skype to landline, (almost local call cost) I use it lots, as others have said it can be slow camera to camera..I use skype a lot to call landlines in the States and it only costs something like $8/mo. Quality is usually good, ... Read More
Darts Anyone? I live near Granda Shopping Mall by CivEngr
Just got a dart board. Got lots of room to party; 2 living rooms, kitchen, 1-1/2 bath, 2 bedrooms. Waste of space. Great party house but no peeps to party with. I suck at darts but it is something to do. Any interset? I live near the Granda ...
I can throw balls at skittles and win for the team, so maybe I can be a spectator at the darts 'tornament'.I think it's roughly the same.. and we all like a winner :) Read More
Manchester United...... by ziad08
Looking to find any manchester united fans here..... any idea if you have a group to meet up and watch the footy or do you pretty much just watch it at home... In dubai we created a supporters group and had well over 200 fans but only about 20 ...
There are so many football freaks here i kind of get confused who is supporting who :DI'm from Manchester but support Liverpool FC (work that one out if you can!), although I currently find myself unable to look at any footy results...... :(Lol.. ... Read More
Have you guys visited UBC Bowling Area in Riyadh? by Fidgety Soul
The old residents may already know about the place but the new comers may need some refreshing place to go with their family. women don't need to wear abaya so it means no Mutawa intruders and believe me every one has their family around so they ...
yeah sure....here is the link of map :)new.mapquest.com/?q=Off Al Matha'ar Street, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia 11553That map gives me New York?? :cool: But if you travel south past the Foster tower, on King Fahad rd then turn right on to Al Ma'ather ... Read More
Skype? Is it the best thing to use to call abroad? by jameel137
Hi, I should be moving to Riyadh soon and I was wonering whether skype is really the best thing to call home. So you need a webcam right? The person on the other end would also need a webcam..? And its completely free...unless the other person isn't ...
Its also cheap skype to landline, (almost local call cost) I use it lots, as others have said it can be slow camera to camera.. Read More
Internet TROLLS by Alliecat
What is a troll? [quote]On the Internet, a troll is a person who posts messages that create controversy or an angry response without adding content to the discussion, often intentionally, merely as a ludibrium. Though technically different from ...
oh, the irony :lol:PMSL.................:lol: Read More
Just saying Hi... by kzm40
Hi, new to the forum and just wanted to say Hello.. A 1st time expat in Riyadh.
Well that's a real shame - would have been great seeing them two together more. At that quality and charism there is no such thing as one person having top billing - they were both fantastic! Don't get too many like them anymore ....Couldn't agree ... Read More
Just saying Hi... by kzm40
Hi, new to the forum and just wanted to say Hello.. A 1st time expat in Riyadh.
If I had to choose between McQueen and Newman I'd probably say that McQueen has the edge, The Great Escape was fab (goes without saying!), the Magnificent Seven , and Papillon is one I can watch endlessly and experience more every time! Although ... Read More
Just saying Hi... by kzm40
Hi, new to the forum and just wanted to say Hello.. A 1st time expat in Riyadh.
have to have lots of holidays or I think I'd go crazy...True, but by the time you have all those those holidays, you've just spent the money you saved by working here! :lol: (It's a vicious cycle!)Yes, it's a true catch 22...But I guess one just ... Read More
Anyone for tabletennis? by Saq-81
Yes. this is an open challenge. I'm bringing my bat, so if you think you can handle the lightning pace and wicked spin, let me know. i'm well out of practice tho, so anybody to train with and do tabletennis drills etc with of an evening would be ...
I only have one bat (but what a bat!) so make sure you have your own.What sort of bat? Blade rubbers etc? just curious.. Read More
Just saying Hi... by kzm40
Hi, new to the forum and just wanted to say Hello.. A 1st time expat in Riyadh.
Hi, Welcome to the forum! How are you finding it out here?thk u..Quite.. have to have lots of holidays or I think I'd go crazy... Read More
Just saying Hi... by kzm40
Hi, new to the forum and just wanted to say Hello.. A 1st time expat in Riyadh.
doh! nicely corrected, I find it difficult separating them two sometimes coz the same era of films and all brill!So true, there was a generation of brilliant (and gorgeoous!) actors in that era.If I had to choose between McQueen and Newman I'd ... Read More
Just saying Hi... by kzm40
Hi, new to the forum and just wanted to say Hello.. A 1st time expat in Riyadh.
(in the uk the great escape is shown every christmas at prime time, so I've probably O/D on that one.) :)Aw come onnnnnnnnnnnnnnn.. who can ever tire of the great motorcycle chase????? ;)True, love the motorcycle chase, love motorcycles.. (but not ... Read More
Just saying Hi... by kzm40
Hi, new to the forum and just wanted to say Hello.. A 1st time expat in Riyadh.
Thank you all, for the welcome.. And thanks for the pic comment allicat, my favourite is the Thomas Crown Affair, followed by Bullit and Le-Mans. (in the uk the great escape is shown every christmas at prime time, so I've probably O/D on that ... Read More
Just saying Hi...
Hi, new to the forum and just wanted to say Hello.. A 1st time expat in Riyadh. Read More