Abdulkareem179
English expat in Saudi Arabia
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25
About me
English, Single
Registration: 03 September 2016
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There should be no problems as long as you've paid all outstanding dues and have confirmation from your bank related to that payment. You can call SIMA to confirm if you're not sure....how that helps. Read More
What to do this holiday? by Andreagarcia
Hi all! Holiday is really close and i have no idea where to go and what to do. It is my first hajj holiday in the kingdom. I live in Jeddah with my hubby and our 2yo daughter. What do you usually do during the hajj holiday? Let me know :)
Ask at one of the large tour/travel agents....or do a search on Jeddah activities in the sand...good luck Read More
Secret Lake 20-30 km near Riyadh by azfar789
I heard there is some "secret lake" near Riyadh. its about 20-30 kms far from the city. Does any one has some idea where all the lakes in Riyadh are located?
You can Google Earth the coordinates ....check it out Read More
Customer care in Saudi Arabia by Priscilla
Hello everyone, The way customer services are handled can greatly affect your views on certain brands, products, companies or stores. As a consumer, it is important to get familiar with local practices regarding client assistance in Saudi Arabia ...
I've read some interesting comments regarding this subject. I've been in the Kingdom for over twenty years and service has gradually improved over those years, but companies and especially government departments are far away from what we ... Read More
British Expat Teachers in Eastern Province
I'm here and have been for the last sixteen years.....need help? Read More
Sports cafe in Khobar - Shisha & watch football by june88
Hi Does anybody know any sports cafe where you can watch football and have good shisha in Khobar??
Not sure if it is the same one, but next to Al Jumma mall you'll find a seafood restaurant....many go there or the roof top cafe across from Danube Hypermarket near the Meridian Hotel. Read More
SCUBA IN THE EASTERN PROVINCE
Go downtown at the back of Al Mana Hospital and on that same road there is a diving shop. They'll help you. If not there, you can go to the philipeano area and any of the fishing tackle shops have advertisements for diving clubs. Good luck Read More
SABTCO Bus Schedule: Khobar - Bahrain by angsta
Does anyone have an updated version of this? I have two different versions and i'm wondering which is the current one. 07:25 Vs 08:00? 09:55 Vs 11:00? 13:15 Vs 13:55? Many thanks.
Go downtown to the Saptco Bahrain stop and ask. If that's not possible call them and soak in English. Ask them what you need and I'm sure you'll get it eventually, but remember in English! :-) Read More
Chiropractor in Al Khobar by fedezani
Hello, I will move to Al Khobar in a couple of months. Anybody knows a Chiropractor there? Thanks
Try the centre at the beginning of King Fahd Street....ask around there....hopefully you'll get somewhere. If not, you can always go to Al Mana hospital and ask. Good luck Read More
who knows SMO Alfaisal Private School? Feedback needed
Put an add on expatriates dot com....you'll get someone buzzing you very soon after the add goes out I'm sure...Good luck Read More
Day care/preschool for special needs
Try the school up the road from Saad Hospital, Al Bayan Gardens......not sure but possible Read More
......just a punch bag then??!!
I think you might find one at the gym behind the Manarat boys school behind the Porsche centre....not sure if it is the porshe centre as they sell Bentleys from there. Read More
Cost of living questions? 45k /month in Khobar by awpal
hello, I've got my KSA work visa sorted last week and travelling by myself mid next month from UK. Family will join later after issuance of my Iqama and family visas or probably by mid next year from new academic year if we'll be put ...
Apologies for the spelling mistakes.....predictive text is a nuisance..... Read More
Cost of living questions? 45k /month in Khobar by awpal
hello, I've got my KSA work visa sorted last week and travelling by myself mid next month from UK. Family will join later after issuance of my Iqama and family visas or probably by mid next year from new academic year if we'll be put ...
What job is hitting you without the option of a compound accommodation? As the other gentleman starred twenty five isn't enough and remember that the British Grammar school has a one to two year waiting list for some years. So planning ahead is ... Read More
NEED TO FIND A GYM in Al Khobar by LaLainKSA
Just got to my living quarters in el khobar. Need to find a gym nearby. Open to suggestions. Treadmill and weights. Help!!
Mujahid read up on the threads. It depends on where you are. There are many gyms and many different prices. Al based on budget and need. Good luck Read More
Day care/preschool for special needs
Saad Hospital......look at the side. They have a social needs centre. Can't really think of any others, but if I come across one I'll post it. Good luck Read More
best Friday brunch opinion by GuestPoster150
Mornin' pats, Having recently arrived, finally here, I was wanting to pick the experts brains to see where the best place is here for a good Friday brunch buffet to get some fresh air for a few hours I saw this thread, ...
Try the Cornish in Al Khobar on a Friday....many places...just depends on how much you want to spend and what kind of food you're looking for. Google Al Khobar dining....you'll find some nice places. The Chinese Tandori past the Sofitel ... Read More
Al Khobar, how safe by dadofduck
Hi all, I'm about to start working in Al Khobar and although I plan to reside in Bahrain, for the initial period I will be in Khobar while my Iqama is being sorted (10 days ish). What I am wondering is how safe Khobar is for a western expat ...
Hello Dadofduck, I've been here in Al Khobar for over sixteen years and it's safer now than it was when I first came. There are a lot of things to do around town if you look and a few scuba clubs. The Philippians know what's going on ... Read More
What to do this holiday? by Andreagarcia
Hi all! Holiday is really close and i have no idea where to go and what to do. It is my first hajj holiday in the kingdom. I live in Jeddah with my hubby and our 2yo daughter. What do you usually do during the hajj holiday? Let me know :)
Hello Why not try a trip to Midian Salah and have a look at the amazing tombs and monuments. It can be arrange through your local travel agency that advertises Saudi tours. You could go to Riyadh and have a look at Jandaria, but I'm not sure ... Read More
Renting and/or buying a car in Al Khobar by giggs112010
Just wondering, is it possible to rent or buy a car without an Iqama? Currently on a Business working visa as my Iqama is processing and will be processing for the next couple months, perhaps longer. So just wondering if it is possible to purchase ...
Renting a car for a period of time is possible at the airport without a residency permit. You need your passport, international driving license and your invitation letter from the company. Best is the better company as well as Avis. Avis it's ... Read More
New to Al khobar from Mississippi. Any expats around? by Cfreeman
I have just arrived in Al Khubar from Mississippi Gulf Coast. Looking to meet other expats and get the lay of the land and join in social networks. Need to find an outlet with other expats and local hobbies. Adventurous and outgoing.
How did your organizing go mate? Anything in the pipeline? Read More
New: Gatherings and events in Saudi Arabia by Julien
Hi, Would you like to have a coffee, organize a dinner or find people for activities in Saudi Arabia? To help you meet people and find outings in Saudi Arabia, we launched a [b]Gatherings and Events section[/b] in Saudi Arabia: you can now ...
Hello Maggie Don't worry you'll find something soon. Have you had a chat with your colleagues about events or anything like that? There are other groups you can join online depending on where you are in the Kingdom. Internations is one ... Read More
Aramco beach and library by Acetylcoa
Hi everyone I had a job with aramco in saudi arabia eastern area i am single man and will not live inside the compound according to the contract Can i access to the facilities and entertainments inside the compond like going to beach, gym,library ...
Hello Gerry Free mixing isn't allowed privately, but in some places it is possible like compounds, hotel restaurants and some restaurants outside if booked...hope that helps Read More