Nawaf
@TallQ8i
Kuwaiti citizen
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About me
Kuwaiti
Lives in Yarmok
Speaks English - Arabic
Registration: 14 February 2011
How may the World Cup affect the work environmeny staff Vs employer by inalsa
Do think it will have an impact?
your relationship with your direct manager effect how you act at your work, simple as that Read More
Online Gamers Group by -_-
Looking for people who loves playing online games. I want to make a group so we can have more fun playing a game together. (I'm an average DotA player and play different kinds of online game from time to time but its pretty boring since i dont have ...
i play card games, including magic the gathering, hearthstone, kuwaiti card games, maybe some LOL. and that about it Read More
Is 1350 Kuwait dinar enough money to live in Kuwait ? by Lou lee 1818
I was offered a job in a school 1350 a month kuwait dinar and free apartment is that enough to live ok in Kuwait ? Also I will be 20 min away from school will need public transportation or may have to hire a diver.
totally agree, taxi is not a cheap option, or live close to school, and walk in the end, its how much can you live on, 1250 is decent , but you would live a standard life in kuw Read More
Baby Capsule Laws by lleela
Hi, We are flying into Kuwait next week with a baby and toddler. I can't seem to find consistent information on the requirements for car seats for babies and toddlers. Each website I have found with information says something different. We will be ...
the general law in kuwait isnt toward the safetly of kids, meaning that car rentals will not be hyped about such low since driving in Kuwait is usually fast andshort, i would advice if you sit in the back with the baby into you, this is how most ... Read More
Live Music in Kuwait by sachitad
Hiya Everyone, I have been in Kuwait for about a month now. I was wondering if there are restaurants in Kuwait with live music. It would be great if they cover Pink Floyd. ;) Cheers
umm, dont expect great persomance, they are okay, most resturent bands are Okay for the job since the taste for old rock in kuwait isnt that, umm, much but i seen couple of bands perform in HS graduations, embassies, and exbos, and they are good ... Read More
Embassy parties by britinkuwait
Hiya everyone.. Just registered on this forum on the hope to find some friends from my own region or anyone in Europe who does love the socialising as much as I do. I'm particularly interested to join my own (British) embassy parties or any other ...
@pretty33 Anyone one can let you in, he doesnt have to be an american Read More
Where to eat in Kuwait (for foodies!) by tinataitlyn
Hey guys! I am a foodie and being from NYC doesn't help. I have tried trip advisor and other similar sites but there weren't too many options so I am going back to just asking around. Restaurants with good ambience cease to exist here so I am ...
this topic will be endless, specailly with the hude number in resturents in kuwait :) Read More
Embassy parties by britinkuwait
Hiya everyone.. Just registered on this forum on the hope to find some friends from my own region or anyone in Europe who does love the socialising as much as I do. I'm particularly interested to join my own (British) embassy parties or any other ...
It has it ups and downs, Alot of guys there want to hook up, usually with new girls showing up Its an Okay option in my rating Read More
Cutting the middle man / empowering the word of mouth by Ribosom
I will have to find a bigger place to fit my family of three + 2 cats which got me thinking... The online and offline classifieds are mostly advertising overpriced accommodation, especially if you are an expat. I also hate to deal with the real ...
if you own a smart phone, download an app called "4rent" and have your arabic speaking friend search for you, you will end up contacting the "middle man" often, they will do the job for you, once they find you a suitable place, you will have ... Read More
Embassy parties by britinkuwait
Hiya everyone.. Just registered on this forum on the hope to find some friends from my own region or anyone in Europe who does love the socialising as much as I do. I'm particularly interested to join my own (British) embassy parties or any other ...
the us embassy do an open air party i think every Tuesday, however, Kuwait is filled with small gathering groups either from work or friends or embassy like, i suggest you get socially interacted to places like Hilton or Palms or Holiday inn ... Read More
Co-Op in Kuwait by socal434
I went by the Co-Op in Fintas to check it out and it looked like an abandoned building. I have heard that the Co-Ops have really good prices in order to cause competition for Lu-Lus and Sultan Center but are there nice ones around the Fintas to ...
no, i used to play football during college time in the states for my univ. i never done any pro sports in kuwait. @kuwait411 thank you, im not the tallest for sure, i seen alot - however, it was just a silly nick name. :S Read More
Filipina friend drifting into slavery in Kuwait City by james.kay
Hello, My friend from Davao accepted a two-year contract in Kuwait City nearly a year ago. (She is my friend not my girlfriend.) Her contract was to act as a caregiver for a very old man. However, after a few months the old man died, and her work ...
unfortuanitly this is happening often in kuwait, and as mentioned above, the only legal action she can take or do, is run to the embassy, any other legal or not legal action with backfire at her... another tricky action,is her stop working, ... Read More
Co-Op in Kuwait by socal434
I went by the Co-Op in Fintas to check it out and it looked like an abandoned building. I have heard that the Co-Ops have really good prices in order to cause competition for Lu-Lus and Sultan Center but are there nice ones around the Fintas to ...
justfedup - thank you kuwait411 - its not just fils, usually i save more than 30 KD weekly on my grocery shopping whenever i do for home or for camping / shaleeh .. i am 6'2ft. its a silly random name, i wish i can change it now to something decent. Read More
Activities, hobbies, things to do in Kuwait - add suggestions! by tinataitlyn
When someone complained about being bored here in Kuwait everyone is always so quick to point out that there are plenty of activities but no one ever mentions a single one! I'm a city girl who can't be bother with sports or other outdoor ...
1) workshops for diffrent activities, art, musicals , theatres such on 2) salsa, yoga, tango, classes and socail events, 3) beach houses rentals over weekend with friends. 4) sesha cafes and card games - board games (yes, we do love card games and ... Read More
Co-Op in Kuwait by socal434
I went by the Co-Op in Fintas to check it out and it looked like an abandoned building. I have heard that the Co-Ops have really good prices in order to cause competition for Lu-Lus and Sultan Center but are there nice ones around the Fintas to ...
co-ops are good grocery places for day to day usage price are average (low if you have the return box signed) but for diffrent items, i do diffrent grocery, for example for meat - coops or burchet shops fish - local fish marker (one is in City ... Read More
Tipping here in Kuwait by socal434
What's the general rule here. In Hungary where I just moved from, nobody tipped ever for anything unless you liked the place and frequented it. What about here? I don't want to ruffle any feathers but I also don't want to throw my money away. ...
tipping is not a Rule in here, however, most of the waiters are working on a low budget contract (really low) if you want to tip out of a good deed, 10% is good, i do 15%. Read More
Boring Life by sweetjo87
Is there any other way that I will not feel bored.? Got any idea guys????
you probebly new in kuwait or hardly discovered kuwait, beside that, u did say it, you dont have time.. Read More
Boring Life by sweetjo87
Is there any other way that I will not feel bored.? Got any idea guys????
yoga classes, video games, running near beach area, dance classes... need more? Read More
Looking for dancing class
try hiltons or the palms, u will find what u need there Read More
Music on Spotify?
it should be working fine, if not a proxy should solve the issue Read More
Premier League - where to watch it? by ania_lachut
Hi All, are there any sheesha cafes or other spots where one can watch the footie? the closer to mangaf the better! :-) cheers, ania
in salmeya area near marina hotel there are couple of family sheesha places where u can go and watch sports. hwoever, in fehaheel area or around, i dont think there is any place i would recomend Read More
What the best way to get an iphone by fhamator
Hi, iam new in kuwait and i wanna buy an iphone 4, i found used at 140kd, new 180kd and offer in zain 16kd per mounth for 1 year with 60kd first charge, but i dont know what choose can you advise me pls, thanks
steal it !!!! lol wait for the new one in September, then u decide for which version u wanna get, if 5 (new one - offers from tel companies) or (4 which will be cheaper in a matter or a month or 2) Read More
No objection certificate by jasmine2104
Hi, I would like to know in your experience how long did it take for you to get No objection certificate (NOC). I have been waiting for it for about 2 months now. I was supposed to start work today, but still waiting on NOC :( Thanks in advance ...
good news, welcome to Kuwait in advanced, u gonna love the weather, hahahaha Read More
Moving to Kuwait by Bareta
Hi there. I'm considering moving to Kuwait with my wife for business. I am a bit nervous about the situation since I have never been there before. Anybody has good advice for me? Is it hard to adapt to the culture and country? How's the social life ...
there is a big community for Spanish speaking in Kuwait, you and your wife will like it here and feel safe. also, this community meet regularly and have activities/gatherings/parties. so its good to start looking. when it comes to social life, i ... Read More
No objection certificate by jasmine2104
Hi, I would like to know in your experience how long did it take for you to get No objection certificate (NOC). I have been waiting for it for about 2 months now. I was supposed to start work today, but still waiting on NOC :( Thanks in advance ...
depends on the strewn of the GR department on your company, it could be as 2 weeks up to 4 months. what your going though is an average for almost every expat ps: its summer time, and soon also, its ramadan, it could be way after that . Read More
Best Hair Salon in Kuwait?? by MissDesigner
Ladies! Where can I find an amazing salon that can do nice high lights...color etc? I've seen the color jobs on some women here and frankly I'm frightened! I don't care what the cost is...I just want a GOOD JOB. Helpppppppp
the barber shop at meshrif coop is doing a great job :P haha just kidding. Read More
Dress code for field based engineers
in most cases, u need to wear the safety gear if your on the job location or rig, but to drive there, u will be fine with jeans and polo. however, if you were working in the office for an oil company, casual is okay and acceptable. Read More
guys whats going on here for fun? by angelfarah
would any one of you like to tell me about the stuff going on here?
expatmommy - not at all, most of the malls have activities suitable for kids, plus the schools do have after class activities. i believe your kids will love living here more than you. Read More
guys whats going on here for fun? by angelfarah
would any one of you like to tell me about the stuff going on here?
see, 2-3 days with no argument, no offence to all, but fun is not a matter where you are, or whats available to u! fun comes from inside, you have have a great day doing simple things! and yet, if you come back at me as say (but there is no ... Read More
guys whats going on here for fun? by angelfarah
would any one of you like to tell me about the stuff going on here?
to those who say that kuwait is no fun to live in, can you please explain why ? ill be happy to argue and prove u wrong ! Read More
Rental closer to Sabhan (Subhan) Industrial area. by jasmine2104
Hello All, I'm new to the forum, I found everybody's comments and input here very helpful :). It is great to see everybody helping out each other. I'm looking forward to moving to Kuwait by Mid July and would be working in Sabhan industrial area. ...
you can only go to subhan using 7th ring road,airport road or the newly made road (qurain area). so if you want the fastest way to get there, you the the following options. airport road - khitan - farwaniya - yarmok - qurtuba. 7th road - Mubarak ... Read More
basic salary when you're working in a hotel like sheraton
i do not know the answer but all i know it doesn't matter where you work and what is ur title, every job's salary is determined by your negotiation skills ! ;) Read More
How to make friends in Kuwait by expat.com
We have been talking about [url=/forum/viewtopic.php?id=891]loneliness when you are abroad[/url], let's now talk about how to make friends (locals and other expats) when you're living in Kuwait :top: [b]Which are your best tips ...
my thoughts of "real" friends "it is very easy to have fun and laugh with any person or so called *friends*, but *real friends* and the once that tap on my back when they see me cry, not the once who run away !! " Read More
How to make friends in Kuwait by expat.com
We have been talking about [url=/forum/viewtopic.php?id=891]loneliness when you are abroad[/url], let's now talk about how to make friends (locals and other expats) when you're living in Kuwait :top: [b]Which are your best tips ...
maybe i didn't explain it well, i meant when younger, out of 10 opportunities, u might have 8 friends. but when older, out of 10 opportunities might get 5-4. as in percentage of successful friendship conversion. make sense? Read More
How to make friends in Kuwait by expat.com
We have been talking about [url=/forum/viewtopic.php?id=891]loneliness when you are abroad[/url], let's now talk about how to make friends (locals and other expats) when you're living in Kuwait :top: [b]Which are your best tips ...
hmmm - interesting subject, but its so deeper than we can imagine !! meeting people is one thing, and having friends is another different thing. but here are my thoughts on each. we can meet people at different places and different activities, we ... Read More
Best and Cheap place to live in kuwait for Indian by amumotka
I am going to move kuwait after 2-3 month. My office will be in safat. I need cheaper rental flat preferable 1BHK with rent maximum 200KD / month. I am indian. Can you tell me which place will be best suitable for me? Regards
Farwaniya Area - Hawali - Jleeb Shwuikh - and maybe down at Mahboula have very low apartments. however, you will not be able to get the cheap classified through the net. come to kuwait, stay in a hotel or company accommodation, and drive around ... Read More
piano lessons? by markme
anyone knows where can i enroll for a piano lessons? tnx.
there is a place in salmiya called Bait Lothan, kinda close to marina mall facing sea side. they offer everything from music to art etc. baytlothan.org Read More
job in the field of I.T by the_maestro_87
So, can anyone tell me then what shall I do to join a job in the field of I.T, I have ICDL and MCSE, and I'm into computers since the age of 9, I've tried everything that touches the I.T field, I have experience, but wherever I apply for a job, I ...
in most cases for IT field, CV doesnt really matters, i mean, even for the lowest technical expertize you can get a job as a help desk (like me 6 years ago) but i assume the problem could be something else, like your interview skills or salary ... Read More
looking for a job =) I can use some help and information by xoxSea
Hey people, Hows everybody doing? I am from The Netherlands :D and I'm looking for a job here in Kuwait. I used to work as an Administrative assistant. Do you guys know where I can find a well paid company that hires Europeans?
try the oil sector in ahmedi, im sure they always looking for people. Read More
meet up and trips by Guest7832
hello every one im originally from kuwait. i don't live here, but i do visit from time to time. i know how lonely visitors can feel. i know how boring it is in kuwait. and i am thinking about arranging a meet up group ... for local places with ...
good idea, first things to visit are shalehs - camps - or chabd rentals, im sure you will enjoy em Read More
Mixed Martial Arts
i dont know about these specific games, however, first places are hotels (palms, Marina and Hilton) Read More