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riyadh11

Billy Linh

@riyadh11

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Filipino expat in Saudi Arabia

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86

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2

About me

Filipino

Lives in Riyadh

Speaks English, Filipino, very little Arabic

Registration: 28 December 2011

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14 years ago
Guitaroholic

Guitar Jam? by Guitaroholic

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I want to join! :) please let me know when and what time :) Read More

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14 years ago
hardboiled.2010

annoying arrogant co-worker!!! by hardboiled.2010

working with nice and professional people around you is such a nice environment to work with, teamwork will prosper. but, what if you have an officemate that feels and thinks himself as always better than any body else? i am now on this situation, ...

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kabayan, you are in a world of wolves and lions. if you cannot play the game, at least accept the fact that there is a game. :) i am experiencing that as well. but it doesn't get into me much, now, maybe i have taken down notes well, even before ... Read More

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14 years ago

need help

This means that you are on a transferable iqama/visa. The new company needs your passport and NOC for them to transfer your sponsorship to them. If you are able to get an NOC, it's no brainer that your old company is refusing. NOC means "no ... Read More

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14 years ago
Randzei27

New Filipino Expat in Riyadh by Randzei27

hello to all expat there specially in riyadh k.s.a, i am Filipino, i will be working in riyadh k.s.a as waiter maybe this coming month, all i want to know is the life out there.. i need more information about riyadh, are the people there is ...

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i need more information about riyadh, are the people there is friendly? is there any expat events held in riyadh? where can i find Filipino community in riyadh? can i take smoke there? (dont care about alcohol) LoL =) please tell me more about ... Read More

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14 years ago
RehabDoctor

Jarir book store discount card by RehabDoctor

Jarir discount card. Is it valid for all purchases at Jarir book store.

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Sorry, I have mistaken you from a previous contact named "rehabdoc" :) Read More

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riyadh11 replied to a thread
14 years ago
RehabDoctor

Jarir book store discount card by RehabDoctor

Jarir discount card. Is it valid for all purchases at Jarir book store.

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Thanks, TLL. Is new iPad available with face time. I think I saw it on Jarir book stores website. What about iPhone, it may well be face time enabled from now on.Hi! Sorry, haven't been here for a while. Yes for facetime for iPad and iPhone. ... Read More

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14 years ago
Ssuperman

Life as a non Muslim in Riyadh by Ssuperman

I always wondered how people of different faiths find Riyadh as a place to live. I have a friend who would like to come to Riyadh to experience the culture and may potentially live here for a year or two and work. But he/she is very concerned ...

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Hey...i think that generally no one is gonna trouble you if ur a non-muslim. at my work place most ppl get along without religious discussion. and yes you do find saudi's very excited about the islamic faith and may offer you some books. personally ... Read More

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14 years ago
Ssuperman

Life as a non Muslim in Riyadh by Ssuperman

I always wondered how people of different faiths find Riyadh as a place to live. I have a friend who would like to come to Riyadh to experience the culture and may potentially live here for a year or two and work. But he/she is very concerned ...

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I use to say this as well, that yeah, I don't have a religion and so on... but there were times that I should not leave a form blank and there are fields that asks me what my religion is- and i hope I can say "I am not "into" religion" because ... Read More

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riyadh11 replied to a thread
14 years ago
Ssuperman

Life as a non Muslim in Riyadh by Ssuperman

I always wondered how people of different faiths find Riyadh as a place to live. I have a friend who would like to come to Riyadh to experience the culture and may potentially live here for a year or two and work. But he/she is very concerned ...

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I am not a Moslem but I respect other religions, like the Moslems here in Riyadh. Just yesterday, a good Muslim guy gave me 7 books about why Christianity is not "it", but Islam is. I respectfully received it, smiled, talked with him a bit, and ... Read More

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14 years ago
riyadh11

Quote of the Day (Something to Consider and Re-Consider) by riyadh11

I love reading quotes specially those that makes sense to me (or I can relate with). I know you guys have something to share too, nevertheless, I will be posting here once in a while... :D It doesn't matter if you don't know who exactly said it... ...

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When you choose to be pleasant and positive in the way you treat others, you have also chosen, in most cases, how you are going to be treated by others. - Zig Ziglar Read More

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14 years ago
riyadh11

Quote of the Day (Something to Consider and Re-Consider) by riyadh11

I love reading quotes specially those that makes sense to me (or I can relate with). I know you guys have something to share too, nevertheless, I will be posting here once in a while... :D It doesn't matter if you don't know who exactly said it... ...

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Band Aids come in two variety. 1.) The kind that won't stay 2.) The kind that won't come off.Thanks man for your contribution... keep it coming. :) ;) Read More

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14 years ago
riyadh11

Quote of the Day (Something to Consider and Re-Consider) by riyadh11

I love reading quotes specially those that makes sense to me (or I can relate with). I know you guys have something to share too, nevertheless, I will be posting here once in a while... :D It doesn't matter if you don't know who exactly said it... ...

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"known is a drop and unknown is an ocean"thanks man for your contribution.. yes I agree with this... but the irony is some people tends to be annoyingly proud with their "drop" of knowledge ;) Read More

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14 years ago
riyadh11

Did anyone went an extra mile for you here in E-B Riyadh lately? by riyadh11

I just want to know. Because someone was so sweet (I wouldn't mention his/her name), he/she went ahead and sent me a whole large Pizza (from a famous Pizza store). Having someone do this from whom you don't really personally know is SOMETHING that ...

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Thanks much for the coffee Ackeles! :) woohooo! :) Read More

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14 years ago
riyadh11

Did anyone went an extra mile for you here in E-B Riyadh lately? by riyadh11

I just want to know. Because someone was so sweet (I wouldn't mention his/her name), he/she went ahead and sent me a whole large Pizza (from a famous Pizza store). Having someone do this from whom you don't really personally know is SOMETHING that ...

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ok ok ill be also a nice guy and ill invite to a cup of coffee? wat do you say? :PI am just a message away my friend :D hehe :) I will be at Panorama 6:30pm onwards later... there are more than 4 coffee shops there :) Read More

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14 years ago
Maya Maya

Question Of The Day by Maya Maya

hey everyone ;;) hope yall doin great

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my question of the day is: what reaction do you get from your friends back home when you tell them that water here in saudi actually costs more than petrol/gasoline.i can't relate much. Water is actually more expensive here than gasoline, true. But ... Read More

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14 years ago
riyadh11

Did anyone went an extra mile for you here in E-B Riyadh lately? by riyadh11

I just want to know. Because someone was so sweet (I wouldn't mention his/her name), he/she went ahead and sent me a whole large Pizza (from a famous Pizza store). Having someone do this from whom you don't really personally know is SOMETHING that ...

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I will end your confusion, forward it to me ;) I just want to know. Because someone was so sweet (I wouldn't mention his/her name), he/she went ahead and sent me a whole large Pizza (from a famous Pizza store). Having someone do this from whom ... Read More

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14 years ago
riyadh11

Quote of the Day (Something to Consider and Re-Consider) by riyadh11

I love reading quotes specially those that makes sense to me (or I can relate with). I know you guys have something to share too, nevertheless, I will be posting here once in a while... :D It doesn't matter if you don't know who exactly said it... ...

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Bend of the road is not the end of the road... Unless you forget to take the turn.nice one monotheist! :) Read More

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14 years ago
etaylor58

New to KSA by etaylor58

On my way to KSA and will be arriving around January 5th, 2012. Will be working with Alpha Star Aviation as a flight medic supervisor. Will be staying at the Madareem Crown Hotel for a few days and then will be moving to the FAL compund. I've ...

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I got word today that I would probably be moving into my residence at the FAL compound on Saturday, January 14th. I'm going to need to start getting some items i.e., pillows, blankets, cooking and eating utensils, etc. If anyone hasn't got ... Read More

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14 years ago
Maya Maya

Question Of The Day by Maya Maya

hey everyone ;;) hope yall doin great

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oh well, we kind of mixed up... when you guys want to answer a certain answer (haha this is funny) or question, you may use the "quote" button it's not even a button, it's a link or whatever you might want to call it)... we are getting weirder each ... Read More

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14 years ago
Maya Maya

Question Of The Day by Maya Maya

hey everyone ;;) hope yall doin great

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Well the question was asked, it was questioned in return but nobody answered ... I think we should move this on to something a little more simple before somebody gets upset :/ Would you ever consider living abroad? ... Kind of a wasted effort on ... Read More

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14 years ago
Maya Maya

Question Of The Day by Maya Maya

hey everyone ;;) hope yall doin great

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Hi everyone I think the gender question still hot, and we haven't reached anything yet. I am happy to have raised the question. Look, people have started thinking about their genders. I didn't feel embarrassed, becuase I didn't mean what others ... Read More

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14 years ago
riyadh11

Quote of the Day (Something to Consider and Re-Consider) by riyadh11

I love reading quotes specially those that makes sense to me (or I can relate with). I know you guys have something to share too, nevertheless, I will be posting here once in a while... :D It doesn't matter if you don't know who exactly said it... ...

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Mine for the day: "People seem not to see that their opinion of the world is also a confession of their character." - Ralph Waldo Emerson Read More

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14 years ago
rehabdoc

Best Calling Card for Riyadh to India calls. by rehabdoc

Hello Everyone, I shall be arriving in Riyadh later this month, and I expect that first getting the Iquama, then a mobile & internet connection is going to take 2 weeks at least. In the meantime, can anyone guide me what would be the best (read : ...

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Now i know where to get a cheaper ISP... Hehe discounts!discounts!discounts!discounts! :D :Plol! im not in the marketing field .. im the Operation Dep -.-!oh that's a lot better.. you can install it at no cost :) :D no need to go through the red ... Read More

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14 years ago
husseink

Martial arts ?? (mma.judo,kickboxing...) by husseink

hey guys, anyone know a good GYM for any MARTIAL arts classes? let us say MMA or Kick boxing? please let me know "gym_name" && "gym_location" if anyone knows price ,it will be better too thanks in advanced

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abouyounes is definitely bluffing. he only had 1 post. As much as a lot are interested with this, there is no specific instructions like time, who to look for, etc. man636, your profile says you are in jeddah. obviously, we are in riyadh... if you ... Read More

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14 years ago
riyadh11

Quote of the Day (Something to Consider and Re-Consider) by riyadh11

I love reading quotes specially those that makes sense to me (or I can relate with). I know you guys have something to share too, nevertheless, I will be posting here once in a while... :D It doesn't matter if you don't know who exactly said it... ...

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" ... If your presence can't add value to my life. Your absence will make no difference... "Gosh! I need to print this to be posted in my office cubicle and in my room! :D Read More

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14 years ago
riyadh11

Quote of the Day (Something to Consider and Re-Consider) by riyadh11

I love reading quotes specially those that makes sense to me (or I can relate with). I know you guys have something to share too, nevertheless, I will be posting here once in a while... :D It doesn't matter if you don't know who exactly said it... ...

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You only live once, but if you work it right, once is enough.i guess living it right does not necessarily mean living it perfect all the time. we all commit mistakes, but living it right means never giving up, striving for the best, being positive ... Read More

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14 years ago
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Quote of the Day (Something to Consider and Re-Consider) by riyadh11

I love reading quotes specially those that makes sense to me (or I can relate with). I know you guys have something to share too, nevertheless, I will be posting here once in a while... :D It doesn't matter if you don't know who exactly said it... ...

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How about this one from a professional services company: "We have no competition with those who charge less....they know what their value is !"i like! good for sales/services = quality vs price Read More

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14 years ago
NawafD

Soccer match with Saudi people by NawafD

I didn't plan anything yet it's just an idea ... I know some fine places to play in

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I understood him the first time.... :D you just have to contextualize what he meant :D 3 something like this (the right one): Black and Red Stripes Read More

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14 years ago
rehabdoc

Best Calling Card for Riyadh to India calls. by rehabdoc

Hello Everyone, I shall be arriving in Riyadh later this month, and I expect that first getting the Iquama, then a mobile & internet connection is going to take 2 weeks at least. In the meantime, can anyone guide me what would be the best (read : ...

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Now i know where to get a cheaper ISP... Hehe discounts!discounts!discounts!discounts! :D :P Read More

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14 years ago
NawafD

Soccer match with Saudi people by NawafD

I didn't plan anything yet it's just an idea ... I know some fine places to play in

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nope.. he's talking about the shirt/jersey :D Read More

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14 years ago
NawafD

Soccer match with Saudi people by NawafD

I didn't plan anything yet it's just an idea ... I know some fine places to play in

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丕賵賱 卮賷 丕賳鬲 爻毓賵丿賷 責 丕丿賵乇 禺賵丕噩丕鬲 賯賱鬲 賷賲賰賳 ... Read More

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14 years ago
rehabdoc

Best Calling Card for Riyadh to India calls. by rehabdoc

Hello Everyone, I shall be arriving in Riyadh later this month, and I expect that first getting the Iquama, then a mobile & internet connection is going to take 2 weeks at least. In the meantime, can anyone guide me what would be the best (read : ...

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aww... the IT guy is in the hawzzzz... :D now we're busted :)LOLZ All service providers are in constant trouble; that's how they announce promos on international calls every off and on. VOIP will kill all of them soon....! Or they'll kill VOIP ... Read More

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riyadh11 replied to a thread
14 years ago
rehabdoc

Best Calling Card for Riyadh to India calls. by rehabdoc

Hello Everyone, I shall be arriving in Riyadh later this month, and I expect that first getting the Iquama, then a mobile & internet connection is going to take 2 weeks at least. In the meantime, can anyone guide me what would be the best (read : ...

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aww... the IT guy is in the hawzzzz... :D now we're busted :)LOLZ All service providers are in constant trouble; that's how they announce promos on international calls every off and on. VOIP will kill all of them soon....! Or they'll kill VOIP ... Read More

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14 years ago
NawafD

Soccer match with Saudi people by NawafD

I didn't plan anything yet it's just an idea ... I know some fine places to play in

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hmmm... i think you are not allowed to do that here... :) you have to write in English... anyhow, no, I am not Saudi (i think it's in my profile :D ) :) I am from a country of boxing, basketball and taekwondo :D Read More

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14 years ago
rehabdoc

Best Calling Card for Riyadh to India calls. by rehabdoc

Hello Everyone, I shall be arriving in Riyadh later this month, and I expect that first getting the Iquama, then a mobile & internet connection is going to take 2 weeks at least. In the meantime, can anyone guide me what would be the best (read : ...

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quote] aha .. never heard about it .. but thanx for telling us :Dno worries :) ;) Read More

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14 years ago
rehabdoc

Best Calling Card for Riyadh to India calls. by rehabdoc

Hello Everyone, I shall be arriving in Riyadh later this month, and I expect that first getting the Iquama, then a mobile & internet connection is going to take 2 weeks at least. In the meantime, can anyone guide me what would be the best (read : ...

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It's VOIP era mates. Why to make very very expensive international calls from STC/Mobily/Zain etc when you can talk @ 2-3 halala per minute (India)?aww... the IT guy is in the hawzzzz... :D now we're busted :) Read More

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riyadh11 replied to a thread
14 years ago
NawafD

Soccer match with Saudi people by NawafD

I didn't plan anything yet it's just an idea ... I know some fine places to play in

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WHATCH ? why are you that bad ? and no I dont know about the other matcheshmmm... i am not bad... :D i am good... but I only have eyes that can see... my feet are not good in kicking :D i can shout and box.. will that be a good asset in football? :) Read More

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14 years ago
rehabdoc

Best Calling Card for Riyadh to India calls. by rehabdoc

Hello Everyone, I shall be arriving in Riyadh later this month, and I expect that first getting the Iquama, then a mobile & internet connection is going to take 2 weeks at least. In the meantime, can anyone guide me what would be the best (read : ...

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what is FRIENDL? :/I am not really sure if I spelled it right... but it is like FRIENDLY or FRIENDL... it's a new SIM that I think is powered by Zain... I see it sold anywhere :) Read More

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riyadh11 replied to a thread
14 years ago
NawafD

Soccer match with Saudi people by NawafD

I didn't plan anything yet it's just an idea ... I know some fine places to play in

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I want to watch :D (just watch) but is it Expats versus SaUDI? Someone posted (an Egyptian guy, forgot his name) who wants to kick some ball :D I mean football... I want to watch who's better :D Read More

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14 years ago
rehabdoc

Best Calling Card for Riyadh to India calls. by rehabdoc

Hello Everyone, I shall be arriving in Riyadh later this month, and I expect that first getting the Iquama, then a mobile & internet connection is going to take 2 weeks at least. In the meantime, can anyone guide me what would be the best (read : ...

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Let me know when you are here, I will get you a simcard that you can use... even without your iqama or whatsoever. :) let me know what you want- STC, ZAIN, FRIENDL, or MOBILY... :) just bring a spare phone with you or you can buy a spare phone ... Read More

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14 years ago
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Quote of the Day (Something to Consider and Re-Consider) by riyadh11

I love reading quotes specially those that makes sense to me (or I can relate with). I know you guys have something to share too, nevertheless, I will be posting here once in a while... :D It doesn't matter if you don't know who exactly said it... ...

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No pain .. No gain ..I would see this inside gyms... :) something that would inspire people there... :D Read More

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14 years ago
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Quote of the Day (Something to Consider and Re-Consider) by riyadh11

I love reading quotes specially those that makes sense to me (or I can relate with). I know you guys have something to share too, nevertheless, I will be posting here once in a while... :D It doesn't matter if you don't know who exactly said it... ...

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You break it ... you bought it ...haha nice one! something to live by... really... I also see this always ----> "no return, no exchage POLICY".... or "pay as you order"... :) Read More

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14 years ago

Invitation for Weekly football matches

I only played football once in my entire life... and I got a major injury - but nothing serious like something had to be cut or removed or replaced from my body parts, hehe :D (that gives you an idea why I would rather not)... so far, I am more ... Read More

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14 years ago
rehabdoc

Best Calling Card for Riyadh to India calls. by rehabdoc

Hello Everyone, I shall be arriving in Riyadh later this month, and I expect that first getting the Iquama, then a mobile & internet connection is going to take 2 weeks at least. In the meantime, can anyone guide me what would be the best (read : ...

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Well, if you want the most frugal way, there are STC call cabins everywhere (at least I have seen 3) where you can call around 50 halalas per minute to your home country... Otherwise, your office should have international call access (which should ... Read More

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14 years ago
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Quote of the Day (Something to Consider and Re-Consider) by riyadh11

I love reading quotes specially those that makes sense to me (or I can relate with). I know you guys have something to share too, nevertheless, I will be posting here once in a while... :D It doesn't matter if you don't know who exactly said it... ...

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"Life is 10% what happened to you and 90% how you respond to it." Read More

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14 years ago

Quote of the Day (Something to Consider and Re-Consider)

I love reading quotes specially those that makes sense to me (or I can relate with). I know you guys have something to share too, nevertheless, I will be posting here once in a while... :D It doesn't matter if you don't know who exactly said it... ... Read More

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14 years ago
Maya Maya

Question Of The Day by Maya Maya

hey everyone ;;) hope yall doin great

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ok .. ill ask another question until Maya comes back :p If your life was a song, what would the title be?"Complicated" by Avril Lavigne :) Read More

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14 years ago
Born2Network

Where to buy electronics in Riyadh by Born2Network

Hey all- Im looking for a home theater system (either receiver / speakers separate, or HTIB), and am wondering who has the best deals (so far, I could only find online sites for eXtra) and selection? Any help would be greatly ...

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i hope we could hang out so I can try your new HTS :D Read More

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14 years ago
Ackeles

Bored in riyadh? find a place to go! by Ackeles

Dears, i dont know if someone posted anything similar before .. but if someone did ill do it again :p are you Bored? Want to do something different than staying at home or hanging out in streets? :p where here is the place to find something to do ...

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Dears, ill start posting places ive been to or i heard about .. that you people can have fun in .. restaurants .. sports centers .. play grounds or whatever it is ..hmmm, I wonder how much are you paid for this... maybe I can help and get some ... Read More

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14 years ago
Maya Maya

Question Of The Day by Maya Maya

hey everyone ;;) hope yall doin great

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If you could ask an All-Knowing Being one question about life, what would it be?why do women always assume things?so.... you're a woman? Read More

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14 years ago
pupunbiswas

Guidance on Riyadh by pupunbiswas

Frnds, Negotiating a job with a construction compny based in Jeddah but shall be stationed in Riyadh.I have been offered a salary of 6000SAR. I want to shift there with family (self, wife,2 kids of 10 yrs and 6 yrs) Kindly pass some informations ...

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Although I was not the author of this thread, I was immensely benefitted by all the informationyou're welcome :) guys, specially pupunbiswas, i am sure you will not go through homesickness here, since I believe, that the most number of expatriates ... Read More

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14 years ago

seeking marketers who have great connections ,

Bravo, riyadh! you learn fast! :)..thanks Ma'am... I hope in my own little ways, I can add more value in this site and to everyone :) ;) Read More

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14 years ago

seeking marketers who have great connections ,

Thanks for your help riyadh11 ;) ArmandThis site is free for everyone, so we might as well help each other and do it right :) ;) let's make the world a better place to live in...:whistle: save it for our children... lalalalalala ... Read More

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14 years ago

seeking marketers who have great connections ,

Hi man. :) How are you? :) Hey, trying shifting your ad here: Expat-Blog Riyadh Classifieds Use the category of Jobs>Marketing :) I hope it helps :) Read More

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14 years ago

spanish lessons

Dear, try posting this ad here: http://www.expat-blog.com/en/classifieds/middle-east/saudi-arabia/riyadh/ Read More

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14 years ago
pupunbiswas

Guidance on Riyadh by pupunbiswas

Frnds, Negotiating a job with a construction compny based in Jeddah but shall be stationed in Riyadh.I have been offered a salary of 6000SAR. I want to shift there with family (self, wife,2 kids of 10 yrs and 6 yrs) Kindly pass some informations ...

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1)Accomodation Cost- this depends on the area. if you will be given an initial accomodation for a month by your company, that will be great and enough time to find an area that suits your budget. If your package is 6k, and the housing allowance is ... Read More

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14 years ago
muzhi

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

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Hi Muzhi. There's a little chill in the air now in Riyadh, and I think it will last until early March. You don't need a winter jacket though, just 1-2 sweaters will do (not too thick). Depending on what your work will be, then bring clothes/shoes ... Read More

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14 years ago

Bowling - E-B Riyadh! Who would be Interested?

I guess for now it's just the two of us :lol: not many expats here in Riyadh I guess are interested with bowling... soccer/football perhaps? or cricket? or ping-pong? (I remember playing ping-pong with a german car salesman in one of the hotels ... Read More

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14 years ago

Did anyone went an extra mile for you here in E-B Riyadh lately?

I just want to know. Because someone was so sweet (I wouldn't mention his/her name), he/she went ahead and sent me a whole large Pizza (from a famous Pizza store). Having someone do this from whom you don't really personally know is SOMETHING that ... Read More

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14 years ago
Xtrem

quality place to print a big poster by Xtrem

looking for one inside Riyadh , i have big digital vector , i am looking to print it into a big poster , not usual paper print but a high quality magazine like print anyone know such place , or something similar to it ? example: ...

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I did not quite get what you wanted or needed, but are you looking for a print shop that will print the same quality as what you made, or are you asking if there are other softwares that could possibly help you produce/create your banner... hmmm.. Read More

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14 years ago
ryzmohd

iPhone 4s by ryzmohd

Need an iPhone 4s 16GB. STC, Mobily, Jarir and Extra, all of them have it for SR.2799 I need to buy it as a gift, so please let me know where I can get it for a cheaper price. Thanks

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I know a store that sells unlocked iPhone 4s 16gb/32gb at a hundred or 2 hundred riyals cheaper than Mobily, STC, Jarir, Extra, etc. here in Riyadh, with a warranty of up to 1 year as well. PM me for details. Read More

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14 years ago

Child Care

I have a good and trustworthy friend who takes care of children (Filipina). What friends would do is to bring their child to her in the morning and fetch him/her after work. They just bring along their kids' vitamins/meds, required snacks, diapers, ... Read More

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14 years ago
Maya Maya

Question Of The Day by Maya Maya

hey everyone ;;) hope yall doin great

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I don't know if my mind will be as organized as I expect with this kind of crisis, but honestly, my disaster recovery plan would definitely contain: 1. My Back Pack that I carry everyday - that contains my IDs, Iqama Laptop, cellphones, wallet, ... Read More

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14 years ago
Higuins

Riyadh by Higuins

Hi! I am writing you from France but I' ll be at Riyadh soon...for two years minimum! So I'd like to meet people there to share some trips in the desert, sports activities, or simply spend time in Riyadh.... I would be glad to have some contacts ...

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We hope to hear from you when you get here... :) Take care! :) Read More

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14 years ago

What Genre of Music do you Listen to?

New Year, new discoveries for my friends here in E-B Riyadh. I was wondering if we share the same genre of music. :) Who knows, there are people here with the same taste as yours? I like the Classics, Jazz, RnB, and PopRock (if that is considered a ... Read More

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14 years ago

Bowling - E-B Riyadh! Who would be Interested?

Let me know if you would be interested for a just-for-fun bowling, or who knows, we might do it regularly? :) Read More

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14 years ago
Ackeles

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 ..

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i like the "bowling" idea.... let's organize a just-for-fun bowling tournament for expat-blog- riyadh! :) it'll surely be a hit! :) Read More

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14 years ago
yazeed1

Riyadh Expatriates Club, are you part of it? by yazeed1

Hi All, We are forming a club (community to be precise) of expatriates here in Riyadh where we'll decide upon a hang out spot where we can all get together on weekly or bi-weekly basis on weekends. That will be our rejuvenation area where we'll ...

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I would like to join. I can help in designing the by-laws :) Read More

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14 years ago
Born2Network

Where to buy electronics in Riyadh by Born2Network

Hey all- Im looking for a home theater system (either receiver / speakers separate, or HTIB), and am wondering who has the best deals (so far, I could only find online sites for eXtra) and selection? Any help would be greatly ...

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Try Lulu. If you are looking for the best deal- I would suggest going to Electron Building in Batha or the nearby buildings that sell what you need. There are specialty stores there that should offer HTSs. Contrary to some saying that they don't ... Read More

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14 years ago
pepora

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 ...

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50% of the tap water here in Riyadh is desalinated and the rest are treated wastewater and sewerage. More information here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Water_supply_and_sanitation_in_Saudi_Arabia As we know, raw bottled water still comes from tap ... Read More

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14 years ago

Places in Riyadh with Bad Reputations

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 ... Read More

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14 years ago
etaylor58

New to KSA by etaylor58

On my way to KSA and will be arriving around January 5th, 2012. Will be working with Alpha Star Aviation as a flight medic supervisor. Will be staying at the Madareem Crown Hotel for a few days and then will be moving to the FAL compund. I've ...

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welcome! i hope you will have a good time (aside from work) here! :) happy new year as well! :) Read More

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14 years ago

Non-Arabic speaker friends wanted

Hi There! I am from the Philippines but my mother tongue is English, though I can also speak Filipino and 4 more Filipino languages. :) I hope to meet with you soon and have some coffee! :) Read More

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