Lindi Janet
@LJanetR
South African expat in Saudi Arabia
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About me
South African
Lives in Riyadh
Speaks English and Afrikaans
Registration: 30 July 2011
Query for western compound in Riyadh for family of 3 people
There are loads of compounds It all depends on your budget Kingdom Seder village California Arazona Ishbillia Granada All western compounds Read More
Safe travelling in Saudi with a male friend? by Lady_in_riyadh
Hi Everyone, I need to go to Bahrain regularly for boarder runs and I have a friend (Male, Saudi) who drives there and back regularly. I鈥檓 Irish (female) and wondering if it is safe to travel together? Friends have said that it should be ...
Personally I wouldn't take the risk Read More
halloween party by Oliver14
does anyone know any places for Halloween party? I don't want to miss it. if you know any places or upcoming events please share it with me, I'm in if you want a date though :D
The seder compound party isn't open to the public. You have to know someone on the compound so they can sign you in and take responsibility for you. It's a safety issue and nothing personal. Read More
Eid Villas Ranco villages by michaelpakenham
Hello, Do Any of know Eid villas or Ranco? Many thanks for any info !
eid compound is not my cup of tea, i didnt like the restaurant or the wave pool. Ranco is nicer in my opinion. It depends where you work. You really dont want to spend more time on the road then you have to Read More
Advice - Family Compound around 170,000sar by BC-2012
Hi All, can anyone advise the names of some family friendly western ompounds that offer a 3 bedroom for approx 170,000pa? Preferably the names of accommodation that may have availability. Thank for all your assistance.
seder village has a waiting list a mile long :( Read More
Advice - Family Compound around 170,000sar by BC-2012
Hi All, can anyone advise the names of some family friendly western ompounds that offer a 3 bedroom for approx 170,000pa? Preferably the names of accommodation that may have availability. Thank for all your assistance.
Good luck finding a good compound for that price with availablity. I think Al Wadi 1 has open villas although not a lot of people speak english there you and also try the new compound Calafornia Compound mabe youll find something there. Read More
Eid Villas Ranco villages by michaelpakenham
Hello, Do Any of know Eid villas or Ranco? Many thanks for any info !
i have been to Eid and Ranco What do you want to know Read More
Where to buy gold in Riyadh??? by galiusman
Folks of the blog please help me out.... I want to buy some gold for my mom and i am visiting riyadh soon so I need some help regarding where to buy good quality gold in riyadh... can anyone suggest shops or malls where I can buy good quality 24 ...
When i buy gold i buy from deira souq. Read More
Can Any Western go Live in Compound by phillip11
Hi there, I have been offered a job in Saudi Starting 11 Aug 2012. This includes a apartment accommodation. But if i rather wanted to go and live in a compound would that be a problem? Even if you wanted to pay for it on your own? What does a ...
Hi Phillip I think it would be better if you live in a compound We have list of good ones ( havent checked most of them) Drop me a message then we can help you find something suitable Some of the compounds have motels you can book into until you ... Read More
Compound in Riyadh - Quries
I think Kingdom Compound has a sheesha cafe Read More
flats - commission by mikeandrews
Is it standard practice in Riyadh to have to pay SR 5,000 commission before you've even signed the lease?
it sounds fishy ... some people pay 5% of total rental for commission on properties if they helped you to get a place. But its after you have signed a conract Read More
Medical aid for expats
looking for a medical aid while in Saudi Our medical aid from SA is only valid for 90 days while abroad Does anybody have any tips for expats from South Africa Which medical scheme is best? Read More
dance classes in riyadhh
My husbands starts work on the 1st of October so we will contact you soon thanks so much Read More
dance classes in riyadhh
i would also love to take dance classes with my hubby. :cool: Read More
Ladies!! by sarah.r
hey all, i'm new here and i'd like to suggest a little get together or something in order for me to get to know u all!! any one up for it? :D
my recieved my passport and am just waiting for my visa things are moving along nicely Cant wait to get KSA an meeting all the ladies Will pop in soon to check on the dates Regards Read More
Riyadh to Dubai by oraclefusions
Has any one driven from Riyadh to dubai by car? Any suggestions? Cheers
I didnt read the whole thread I would just like to know how many km its form riyadh to dubai? Read More
Looking for info from the ladies by LJanetR
My hubby left for Riyadh today, he has only been away for a few hours and I miss him so much already I hope the next few days goes quickly I am doing some research and would really apreciate your input? Are there any good western beauty salons? I ...
wow that sound amazing I am going to try all :lol: Read More
Looking for info from the ladies
My hubby left for Riyadh today, he has only been away for a few hours and I miss him so much already I hope the next few days goes quickly I am doing some research and would really apreciate your input? Are there any good western beauty salons? I ... Read More
Introductions... by LJanetR
Firstly I would like to introduce myself I am a South African Housewife currently living in Cape Town We are moving to Riyadh for a year. I am nervous and excited for our new 聯adventure聰 I have heard that there is a demand for English teachers? I ...
@UFDreams I am bringing my flipflops with because I love wearing them in South Africa. I have found a beautifull abaya that is bedazzled and its long enough for me so I have at least one I can wear I am doing a Celta course and I hear it should be ... Read More
2 questions.... by LJanetR
What did you bring from home that you did not need? What item did you forget/didnt think to bring that you wished you had? Going to live in a foreign country with 25kg of luggage to pack is freaking me out.
thanks so much I will do Read More
DRESS PATTERNS by johanendina
Are there any shops in Riyadh selling dress patterns?
I cant wait to shop at all the material shops! Read More
2 questions.... by LJanetR
What did you bring from home that you did not need? What item did you forget/didnt think to bring that you wished you had? Going to live in a foreign country with 25kg of luggage to pack is freaking me out.
I also hope so, Harmonie. Read More
2 questions.... by LJanetR
What did you bring from home that you did not need? What item did you forget/didnt think to bring that you wished you had? Going to live in a foreign country with 25kg of luggage to pack is freaking me out.
WEIRD! I will put it on my list Thanks :) Read More
2 questions.... by LJanetR
What did you bring from home that you did not need? What item did you forget/didnt think to bring that you wished you had? Going to live in a foreign country with 25kg of luggage to pack is freaking me out.
Captain whats wrong with the pillow cases in saudi? I love my goose down bedding, realy hope we can find some there Read More
2 questions....
What did you bring from home that you did not need? What item did you forget/didnt think to bring that you wished you had? Going to live in a foreign country with 25kg of luggage to pack is freaking me out. Read More
female maid for single ??? Allowed???? by istanbul123
Hello, I am a single male engineer expat here in Riyadh. Does anyone knows if its ok to have female maid coming couple hours a day to clean and cook? I don't live in a compound, living in apartment building in the city. Or is this not allowed ...
Glad to hear that there is one thing that men think women can do better and I totally agree. Hahah My mum had a "houseboy" in Namibia and she was very happy with him. Read More
Introductions...
Firstly I would like to introduce myself I am a South African Housewife currently living in Cape Town We are moving to Riyadh for a year. I am nervous and excited for our new 聯adventure聰 I have heard that there is a demand for English teachers? I ... Read More
South Africans in Riyadh ? by Infinity01
I hear there is a lot of fellow South Africans living in Riyadh. I would love to make friends. Please contact me.
the company is organizing everything so I hope they get a nice compound for us. I hear the waiting list for the compounds are quite long. Read More
South Africans in Riyadh ? by Infinity01
I hear there is a lot of fellow South Africans living in Riyadh. I would love to make friends. Please contact me.
Hi All, I am also South African and moving to Riyadh in the next few weeks (months??) Who knows when the paperwork will come through. Same as nickbahari I am unsure what to expect and pack ? My husband and I will be in Riyadh for a year and its ... Read More