madphotographer
Filipino expat in Saudi Arabia
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Filipino
Lives in Jubail
Registration: 24 October 2011
Where can i buy a Psyllium husk in Eastern province- Jubail dammam etc
Does anyone know where to buy a Psyllium husk in the Eastern province i.e., Jubail, Dammam or Khobar? Read More
Anyone commute from Khobar to Jubail on a daily basis for work? by JST4FUN
I will be on assignment in Jubail, but I prefer to live in Khobar. My coworkers think this is crazy. Am I? History: Lived in Jubail for 8 mos in 2013 so I have a good idea of travel, traffic and the craziness that goes with it. I will have a ...
If you need any help, just let me know... :) :) :) Read More
Anyone commute from Khobar to Jubail on a daily basis for work? by JST4FUN
I will be on assignment in Jubail, but I prefer to live in Khobar. My coworkers think this is crazy. Am I? History: Lived in Jubail for 8 mos in 2013 so I have a good idea of travel, traffic and the craziness that goes with it. I will have a ...
Yep, Im just around Jubail... :) :) :) When are you planning to move to Khobar? Read More
Anyone commute from Khobar to Jubail on a daily basis for work? by JST4FUN
I will be on assignment in Jubail, but I prefer to live in Khobar. My coworkers think this is crazy. Am I? History: Lived in Jubail for 8 mos in 2013 so I have a good idea of travel, traffic and the craziness that goes with it. I will have a ...
I have friends who did the same thing you did, for the same reason. Travelling from Khobar-Jubail-Khobar was okay for them on he first few months. After a 4-5 months, they started to complain of the long travel everyday specially during a bad ... Read More
shorts
Yes its okay to wear shots for men, just make sure its below the knee. But I sometimes see men running at the corniche in the morning wearing short shorts... Read More
Gyms in Jubail by Oli_S
Hi, can anybody give me some information on gyms in Jubail, please? I've just arrived and I'm keen to join somewhere. Thanks Oliver
Hey Oli... You can check at these 6 gyms in Jubail. 1.) Intercontinental Hotel 2.) RC gym (right next to Hyper Panda Huwaylat) 3.) Fitness Gym (this is close to Lulu Hypermarket and opposite of Red Tag) 4.) Star Gym (this is close to Panda in ... Read More
Wheatgrass by madphotographer
Can anyone tell me where I can get wheatgrass in Saudi Arabia... In the eastern region? Wheatgrass powdered juice or wheatgrass seeds. Thanks.
Thanks Ali, would you mind telling me how you say wheatgrass in arabic? Read More
Wheatgrass by madphotographer
Can anyone tell me where I can get wheatgrass in Saudi Arabia... In the eastern region? Wheatgrass powdered juice or wheatgrass seeds. Thanks.
Thanks Noel, where in Jubail town? Read More
Wheatgrass
Can anyone tell me where I can get wheatgrass in Saudi Arabia... In the eastern region? Wheatgrass powdered juice or wheatgrass seeds. Thanks. Read More
Photographer in Jubail...
Hi guys... Im a freelance photograper in Jubail... Anybody interested to have a portrait photoshoot? If any of you are interested and wanted to see some of my work... click here -----> http://500px.com/eragonbrisingr Please feel free to ... Read More
Soup bones in Riyadh?
You will find it at a Filipino restaurant in batha... Read More
Ipad at customs by Jojados
Hi everyone! I am new to this forum, but so far I have found lots of useful information. Thanks to everyone involved!! I am planning to relocate to khobar in the coming months I have a quetion regarding customs at dammam airport. I was wondering ...
Just make sure there aren't any nude photos or videos in your Ipad, in case they thought of checking the photos in your Ipad. Read More
Seeking Input on Job Offer and Company
I think nobody know Alsalam and nobody in here worked in Taif Air Base :/ Read More
New Arrival!!!
Welcome to Expat... and welcome to KSA... And yes, things slow up here during ramadan, take some time to know more of this country while you are waiting for your Iqama... :) :) :) Read More
Hello Everyone by madphotographer
I am a newbie here at expatblog and I wanted to meet new people and make new friends. So far I am able to meet few interesting people in my area and I am really glad to make new friends from here. I am an amateur photographer who wanted to meet ...
That will be depend on where you will be living at, but there are 3 fitness gym in my area. Let me know when you are arriving and I will try if I can show you the gym in Jubail Town. hi madphotographer...i am currently in the philippines and about ... Read More
Hello Everyone by madphotographer
I am a newbie here at expatblog and I wanted to meet new people and make new friends. So far I am able to meet few interesting people in my area and I am really glad to make new friends from here. I am an amateur photographer who wanted to meet ...
Thanks for the info Victoria, I am already a member of Flickr and I am also currently a member of Filipino photogrpahers in the Eastern Provice. Its really nice to know there are a lot of people in this country who share the same interest that I am ... Read More
Just moved here from NYC, Now What? by JuiceBox
Hey guys, as the title says I just moved here fron NY. I've been here for two months so far and have gotten a feel for the area but am starting to get a little bored. So far, I only know Saudis here. While I love my Saudi friends, they dont share my ...
I still don't have a specific area in photography... I take pictures of anything that interest me... here is the link http://www.flickr.com/photos/eragonbrisingr Read More
Just moved here from NYC, Now What? by JuiceBox
Hey guys, as the title says I just moved here fron NY. I've been here for two months so far and have gotten a feel for the area but am starting to get a little bored. So far, I only know Saudis here. While I love my Saudi friends, they dont share my ...
You can join a meet up that other members organize here if you want to meet new frieds... I am into photography too and that it catches my attention when I read the word photography in your profile... :) :) :) Anyways, maybe we can arrange a meetup ... Read More
Gym/fitness center by larson.mick
Hey guys, Anyone know of any good gyms/fitness centers in Jubail? We have one in the compound but it's only a few dumbells and a poorly assembled all-in-one machine. Thanks, - Mick PS- I'm new to Jubail, and would like to know of any events, ...
there is one at the fish market, another two close to jubail old city center Read More
Hello Everyone by madphotographer
I am a newbie here at expatblog and I wanted to meet new people and make new friends. So far I am able to meet few interesting people in my area and I am really glad to make new friends from here. I am an amateur photographer who wanted to meet ...
Thanks Kath... We all have to be a positive thinker... :) :) :) Read More
Largest Canon camera dealer in Riyadh by gashead
Where is the largest Canon camera dealer in Riyadh? Thanks.
Cam4sell sells both Canon and Nikon... I suggest for you to go and check them because their prices are cheaper. here check at their website cam4sell.com Read More
Hello every body... by AntonioPG
Hi, I'm a newcomer to Khobar, so I hope it's the beginning of a good path in Saudi. It麓s a challenge for me.
Hi Antonio... Welcome to Expatblog and welcome to Al Khobar... Read More
Motocross bikes in the dunes by broxy1973
Anyone have info on off road riding motocross/quads around Khobar/surrounding areas. I'm relocating next month and keen to ride once my gear arrives. Any clubs/groups in the area? Thanks in advance
Most people who do motocross here in Al Khobar are Saudis which I often see along corniche road at night... There could be a group in Aramco who are into off road riding... Read More
Sending money home!!! by jayk
I have been offerred a job in Saudi Arabia but I have heard there may be diffulties when it comes to sending money home every month. Is this the case or does it depend on where you open your bank account? Also, should I open a bank account here or ...
The easiest way is via Western Union... Read More
IPAD 2 3G - in Khobar
Try Extra, I think they have good prices for electronics... Read More
Merry Christmas Everyone!!!
Just want to greet all of you a Happy Christmas!!! Read More
Arriving to Khobar at January (Compound / out compound) by ManuelGomez
Dear friends, After several months working from Spain I am arriving to Khobar at January. I would like to get from you 4 or 5 names of the most suitable Compounds and Off compunds villas. I would like to arrive visit some of them and get my "home" ...
try checking at expatriates.com and go to the housing section, you will see lots of houses for rent there... Read More
Cost of Living in Buraidah?
I Spend 350 Riyals a week for my weekly needs... And I normally do my grocery in Tamimi or Lulu. But Im sure Tamimi will work for you because they have all American products there that you are used to have there. Read More
rental average in khobar
you will find SAR 1,000 a month for a studio type apartment max SAR 2,500.00 Read More
Need some help - oh my where to live
Try Al Zamil Compound, it is located close to Ashtoon Hospital... or Rezayat Compound located in Al Khobar... Read More
Accident in front of Jarir
oh... my boss told me that there were to dead in that accident in Jarir... and there were blood all over the road. Accidents in KSA happens everyday, giving way for other is very difficult to most drivers in this country. Read More
Compounds
I havent heard of Al Rushaid, but Zamil is a good one... Read More
Accident in front of Jarir
Did someone saw the accident in front of Jarir Bookstore along corniche last week? I heard there were two fatalities... Read More
Cost of living update (2011) by Beenee
Hi I know this subject has been discussed on the blog before, but could someone give me an updated (2011) idea of the cost of living for 2 people. We enjoy an active social life, the company will be paying for the house and car. Tx B
If your employer will be paying for your housing and transportation, all you need to pay is for your food and other personal needs. It is not very expensive here in KSA, for 2 people you will only spend 1,500 Riyals max for your food. And maybe 200 ... Read More
Overcharging taxi drivers in Al Khobar by madphotographer
I went to a photoshoot last week with one my regular client at the south corniche, and its only less than 10 minutes drive from my place to the location. I normally give 10 riyals because its really close and I live at street 22 Al Shamalia and the ...
@Thelegendleads: Yes you are right... its better to get your own car and drive it... I used to drive in Riyadh and that was just last year... my only problem is the crazy drivers out there... no matter how safe I drive I always ended getting hit ... Read More
Overcharging taxi drivers in Al Khobar by madphotographer
I went to a photoshoot last week with one my regular client at the south corniche, and its only less than 10 minutes drive from my place to the location. I normally give 10 riyals because its really close and I live at street 22 Al Shamalia and the ...
@winteryrose: 2000 riyals! that is way too much... and 500 is also a bit too much to charge you with if its only 15 mins away from your place. 300 Riyals is justifiable to transport you which will only take him 30 minutes a day... I have a female ... Read More
Abdullah Abdul Mohsin AlKhodari Sons Company by aussie_rulezzz
Abdullah Abdul Mohsin AlKhodari Sons Company, I have got an offer from them, just wanted to know what do you think of the company itself? Thanks
I've heard of this company and they said this is a huge one. That means, you are safe and in good hands... Read More
Hello Everyone
I am a newbie here at expatblog and I wanted to meet new people and make new friends. So far I am able to meet few interesting people in my area and I am really glad to make new friends from here. I am an amateur photographer who wanted to meet ... Read More
Overcharging taxi drivers in Al Khobar
I went to a photoshoot last week with one my regular client at the south corniche, and its only less than 10 minutes drive from my place to the location. I normally give 10 riyals because its really close and I live at street 22 Al Shamalia and the ... Read More
Visiting The Mountains of Saudi by Clasijuls
I currently live in Jubail,would love to see more of Saudi,I heard that there are beautiful mountain ranges here.Can anybody please tell me where?And if possible for expats to visit such sites? Thank you
@Clasi & Axa: We should have a group visit to these places specialy at Al Oula! Let me know... :) :) :) Read More
Visiting The Mountains of Saudi by Clasijuls
I currently live in Jubail,would love to see more of Saudi,I heard that there are beautiful mountain ranges here.Can anybody please tell me where?And if possible for expats to visit such sites? Thank you
I heard of Al Ula... And saw some photos of that place and it is a beauty! This is where the elephant rock is at, I tried to go there but its to expensive if its gonna be me. A group of 10 and above people will be a cheap deal for a travel agent to ... Read More