Yazi
@yazi.malik
Pakistani expat in Saudi Arabia
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About me
Pakistani
Lives in Riyadh
Speaks English, Urdu, Punjabi
Registration: 13 January 2011
Have to go Final Exit, please see if interested! Thx
Actually project finished for a subcontractor of saudi binladin group. I was returned to SBG for adjustment to any new or other project. They were able to find work for Eygptian Accountants, but I am Pakistani, after 2 months of saying Bukra ... Read More
car ownership by dr.zeeshankhan
hi i have been living in riyadh for 2 months now and planning to buy a car. there is a gentleman who wants to sell me a honda accord 2010 which has dubai registration . he says he has already applied for the same and spent 1000 riyal .can a person ...
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Have to go Final Exit, please see if interested! Thx
Leaving on Final Exit, want to let people know as classified section is not available. I have 2010 Toyota Yaris Y that I am trying to get rid off. Anyone interested see ad here: expatriates.com/ cls/15783559.html Read More
moving to riyadh from pakistan by muzhi
dear any one please guide me about what to carry in my suitcase while moving from lahore to riyadh for job.shoes,clothes warm or cold,etc regards
I am also from Lahore, Pak. I suggest you bring couple sweaters, here the winter is nothing like Lahore, so now you can mange next couple months with sweater before it gets very warm. I suggest you bring more clothes to accommodate the summer. You ... Read More
Mothercare Sale....?
Wondering if they are having their annual sale at Mothercare for kids, I remember I bought stuff last year for my kid around this time of the year. Let me know if you been to Mothercare lately any promotional or sale going on... Thanks! Read More
any new year parties?? by Ackeles
hello people .. any new year parties going ? in any compounds .. or Embassies that you can tell me about?? thanx in advance ..
i like the "bowling" idea.... let's organize a just-for-fun bowling tournament for expat-blog- riyadh! :) it'll surely be a hit! :)Yes that would be good any time of Thursday or Friday evenings and you can get few people to go together and meet up ... Read More
any new year parties?? by Ackeles
hello people .. any new year parties going ? in any compounds .. or Embassies that you can tell me about?? thanx in advance ..
Its much better to arrange these things on you own with friends. We usually get together few people from work and go out to different places and have a BBQ picnic and that sort of things. It is very rare here to find any social gatherings. In ... Read More
Tap water-> Safe? by pepora
Hi everyone, I am new here and this is my new post. I just heard from a friend today that it is not safe to drink or cook from tap water in Riyadh. Is it true? She told me to buy the big water bottles for cooking. Are these bottles safe, because ...
My friend told me that water in Riyadh contains heavy metals. I am for the moment using tap water, but she advised me to use the big bottles of water (you need a special machine that has a tap to use them, you place the big bottle on the ... Read More
Tap water-> Safe? by pepora
Hi everyone, I am new here and this is my new post. I just heard from a friend today that it is not safe to drink or cook from tap water in Riyadh. Is it true? She told me to buy the big water bottles for cooking. Are these bottles safe, because ...
I personally use bottle water for drinking and cooking... Read More
Places in Riyadh with Bad Reputations by riyadh11
I went to the Chamber of Commerce 3 weeks ago to process some visit visa, but because it was prayer time, I had to go grab some pizza in Hara area. I was wearing a white hat given by a friend from the US. When I was on my way back to the Chamber of ...
I live near King Saud Univ and find it nice, quiet and safe area off Al Arouba Street.... Read More
looking for a gym partner for encouraging by Muhmet
any one interested to start going to gym near city center send me please
I think I meant Body Masters.... but i know there are fitness first around the area as well Read More
looking for a gym partner for encouraging by Muhmet
any one interested to start going to gym near city center send me please
There's one in Hara "Strong Gym" inexpensive SR.200/month Then there is Fitness first all around, they are expensive around $500 a month but provide swimming, sunna, steam etc... Read More
I am looking for town where they are builting new WALMART or plan to..
Yes I hope someone can help me out with this... I am not from Canada, plan to move there soon, are there other resources I can may be explore to find this info in Canada? Read More
Settling in Ontario? by Zhuli
Hi folks! I've been living in Canada since 2004 and I got my Permanent Resident status. I can't believe this forum is empty! I mean, I know Canada can bit [i]a bit[/i] cold but still... I got pretty good at all these immigration paperworks after I ...
I am trying to move to Ontario city or town with good prospect of growth. Is there any town or city in Ontario where they are building new Walmart. I been trying to locate that for a while, any help will be appreciated. I am currently living in ... Read More
I am looking for town where they are builting new WALMART or plan to..
Hi there, I am looking for towns or cities in the following Canadian provinces: 1. Saskatchewan 2. Manitoba 3. Ontario where a Walmart currently being built (or scheduled for construction). Any help will be appreciated, THANKS!!! Read More
Employment Visa by Regza
I got a job in Riyadh and i live in Dubai. Can any body guide me once my SA employer give me visa how i will stamp it on my Passport? Shall i need to go back to Pakistan and get it or it can be affixed in Dubai by Pakistan Embassy.
i am also from riyadh, coming from Dubai you might want to make sure to gain info about this city as it is very different from Dubai. A lot less social life compared to Dubai, if with family it might be not that bad as it gives you more time to ... Read More
Where to Park Car for Long Term? by yazi.malik
I am going on vacation for 6 weeks, not interested in parking car in front of my building or in street. Does anyone know how much it cost to park at the airport? Is there any other place available like garage or something where I can park my ...
Going to home, Pakistan to my family ;) Read More
Where to Park Car for Long Term? by yazi.malik
I am going on vacation for 6 weeks, not interested in parking car in front of my building or in street. Does anyone know how much it cost to park at the airport? Is there any other place available like garage or something where I can park my ...
thanks so much, actually i have this boy cleanning my car for 6 months. He will continue cleanning it and look after it, plus my roommate will also keep an eye out for it. Thanks so much! Read More
Where to Park Car for Long Term?
I am going on vacation for 6 weeks, not interested in parking car in front of my building or in street. Does anyone know how much it cost to park at the airport? Is there any other place available like garage or something where I can park my ... Read More
looking for babystrollers in Riyadh by Laylah
Has anyone seen high quality baby strollers for sale in Riyadh? We've been trying to find something but everything seems to be cheap plastic stuff.. Looking for brands like Teutonia, Bugaboo or Brio.
you tried Centerpoint, they also have lots of strollers, also go to big malls in Olaya, also tried Chicoo?? Read More
Knowing anyone... by Ronmartz
Hello everyone, Ronald here from Philippines and now working in Riyadh, KSA. I am a new guy here in expatriate and hope to know every good people who might be interested of being a good friend. I am a funny person, I like to be a friend of those who ...
Dynamo and me are around KSU, probabbly can manage to get somewhere around Kingdom Tower.. Read More
Knowing anyone... by Ronmartz
Hello everyone, Ronald here from Philippines and now working in Riyadh, KSA. I am a new guy here in expatriate and hope to know every good people who might be interested of being a good friend. I am a funny person, I like to be a friend of those who ...
I know there's a dunkin donuts place in Tamimi Market plaza next to KSU where people can meet up... Read More
Knowing anyone... by Ronmartz
Hello everyone, Ronald here from Philippines and now working in Riyadh, KSA. I am a new guy here in expatriate and hope to know every good people who might be interested of being a good friend. I am a funny person, I like to be a friend of those who ...
We should change this thread to Kabayan thread...cheers... @Ying, you're right regarding Supernatural, I downloaded season 5 and just finished it the other day....just started watching it yesterday after work...one way of relieving stress. @Yazi, ... Read More
Outlet??
I want to know where the N I K E shops are apart from Olaya... Read More
Knowing anyone... by Ronmartz
Hello everyone, Ronald here from Philippines and now working in Riyadh, KSA. I am a new guy here in expatriate and hope to know every good people who might be interested of being a good friend. I am a funny person, I like to be a friend of those who ...
Hi Ron & Dynamo & Yazi, Welcome to the Magic Kingdom. How is it going so far? Ying, When are due to arrive? We are behind the UK when it comes to the American Shows. Everytime I go back home (UK) they are a few episodes ahead. Good thing they ... Read More
Where to find New Born stuff by yazi.malik
Hi there, we are expecting a baby boy inshallah next month. I will be going to Pakistan, my wife went last week. I want to know where I can buy good stuff for infant new born. I know of mothercare and babyshop at Centerpoint. Let me know ...
just want to extend my advance congratulations!Thanks so much :) Read More
Knowing anyone... by Ronmartz
Hello everyone, Ronald here from Philippines and now working in Riyadh, KSA. I am a new guy here in expatriate and hope to know every good people who might be interested of being a good friend. I am a funny person, I like to be a friend of those who ...
Hi Ron... I am a newbie to this forum as well...I am pinoy and living also in Riyadh. Hope you enjoy your stay here in Saudi. @Yazi are you working in KSU also? I am also with KSU but with MSC and ABV. What project are you handling now?I am with ... Read More
Family Restaurants In Riyadh by meetnauman
Dear, I live Near Exit 14 ( Othaim Mall ) and was trying to find any good Family Restaurant in connected area's but was unable to find so. I heard there are some good options on Abdullah Road. but does any one know of any family Restaurant near ...
i was at Lasani yesterday, food is delicious and good elegant place to dine at... Read More
Knowing anyone... by Ronmartz
Hello everyone, Ronald here from Philippines and now working in Riyadh, KSA. I am a new guy here in expatriate and hope to know every good people who might be interested of being a good friend. I am a funny person, I like to be a friend of those who ...
Hey Ron, Heroes and Lost are another good series you might want to watch... I have downed lots of English Movies, thts how I keep myself busy here after work. Read More
Where to find New Born stuff by yazi.malik
Hi there, we are expecting a baby boy inshallah next month. I will be going to Pakistan, my wife went last week. I want to know where I can buy good stuff for infant new born. I know of mothercare and babyshop at Centerpoint. Let me know ...
thanks a bunch all for suggestions :) Read More
Where to find New Born stuff by yazi.malik
Hi there, we are expecting a baby boy inshallah next month. I will be going to Pakistan, my wife went last week. I want to know where I can buy good stuff for infant new born. I know of mothercare and babyshop at Centerpoint. Let me know ...
thanks so much, this really helps! I will definately try to visit some of these stores. Appericiate it very much! take care/ Read More
Where to find New Born stuff by yazi.malik
Hi there, we are expecting a baby boy inshallah next month. I will be going to Pakistan, my wife went last week. I want to know where I can buy good stuff for infant new born. I know of mothercare and babyshop at Centerpoint. Let me know ...
Oh Gee! come on, this should not have been that hard to jot down some stores... :( Read More
Non-Arabic speaker friends wanted
why don't you introduce yourself... i am pakistani, studied and worked in USA for 16 years. Now living here in riyadh for 2 years now. I mostly speak English, but also can spead urdu and hindi as well.... Read More
Having babies in Riyadh by GuestPoster868
Anyone who is familiar with healthcare during pregnancy and/or giving birth in Riyadh?
what are your major concerns? Mostly doctors are from southeast and egyptians. Egypt doctors are not that qualified and don't have that good of review here. But if you go to good hospital you can't get around that.. Read More
Where to find New Born stuff
Hi there, we are expecting a baby boy inshallah next month. I will be going to Pakistan, my wife went last week. I want to know where I can buy good stuff for infant new born. I know of mothercare and babyshop at Centerpoint. Let me know ... Read More
New in Riyadh by seandrummer
Hi everyone, I am new in Riyadh. Used to work in UK for three years and expected to come for the new job in middle Feb. I am a big fan of Jazz and started learning drumming. Also interested rock climbing. Just wondered if there are any related ...
anyone knows about part time job here? maybe english and math tutorials? or maybe online work at home job... it's boring without doing anything afterwork...if you come across anything, holla at me as well ;) i m bored at home afteer work too! Read More
Being a lady living in Riyadh by alina_comanici
Hello everyone, My name is Alina, I am new in Riyadh. Coming from an open country, is very difficult for me to be here. Please if anyone can help me with some information about at least a compound where i can kill my free time...i am so depressed, ...
actually the work is the perfect place here to meditate.... there's not much to do there hahahadont worry, ill find you and MadMaz a more appropriate job then since meditating seems to be a bother for you :pactually if you do come across any good ... Read More
Being a lady living in Riyadh by alina_comanici
Hello everyone, My name is Alina, I am new in Riyadh. Coming from an open country, is very difficult for me to be here. Please if anyone can help me with some information about at least a compound where i can kill my free time...i am so depressed, ...
maybe someone can set up some party. I remember when I was living in Saudi City Compound in Jeddah, we use to hold one dish parties at the pool. I don't knw if anything like this goes on around here. We use to have some music, musical chairs game ... Read More
Being a lady living in Riyadh by alina_comanici
Hello everyone, My name is Alina, I am new in Riyadh. Coming from an open country, is very difficult for me to be here. Please if anyone can help me with some information about at least a compound where i can kill my free time...i am so depressed, ...
KSA is great for this one in particular. I do that too sometimes... at work! :lol:i will be passing this information onto your boss :joking:actually the work is the perfect place here to meditate.... there's not much to do there hahaha Read More
Being a lady living in Riyadh by alina_comanici
Hello everyone, My name is Alina, I am new in Riyadh. Coming from an open country, is very difficult for me to be here. Please if anyone can help me with some information about at least a compound where i can kill my free time...i am so depressed, ...
Alina, you will find slower pace here then around other countries... Just pick up hobby, relax make friends and enjoy some down time as well. Having been in USA, when I came here i was very bored, but now I am enjoying to free time, slow pace ... Read More
New in KSA by radmou78
Good evening Everybody, I just moved to KSA. I like it pretty much, i loooove desert. I've just found that place to play bowling, if you're interrested just let me know. Am also a photograph-beginner and am looking for new landscapes to catch. If ...
I did like to try photographing.. I haven't been to bowling club here, where excatly is that?? May be we can set up some weekend to get togather and bowl.. Read More
Knowing anyone... by Ronmartz
Hello everyone, Ronald here from Philippines and now working in Riyadh, KSA. I am a new guy here in expatriate and hope to know every good people who might be interested of being a good friend. I am a funny person, I like to be a friend of those who ...
Hey Ron, how are you? Welcome to Riyadh, I hope you like it here. I am also too much into America movies, series. I do some reading as well. I did like to join in gym and am looking at it these days. Working as an Administration Manager in SBG ... Read More
Whats keeping you busy over the week end by oraclefusions
Mostly 1. Watching TCM 2. Play Squash 3. Taking family to shopping 4. Talking to folks back home on skype 5. Browsing internet or thinking, planning what will I do n future :-) 6. Little bit of cooking What about you fellows? Cheers
pretty much nothing, stay at home, bored, net chatting etc etc.. i did like to make new friends and go out more often like bowling, camping etc.... Read More