selma2012
English expat in Saudi Arabia
Forum posts
43
Contacts
20
About me
English
Lives in Riyadh
Speaks English
Registration: 22 January 2012
Istanbul Airport
Hi How are you We are thinking of moving to Istanbul and was wondering if we could be friends ? Read More
British Expat looking to move to Alanya
Hi Everyone! My name is Selma from the UK, I'm looking to move to Alanya with my husband. Would really love to be introduced to other expats living in Alanya, and especially pick your brains about: - local life, culture and customs - places of ... Read More
Arabic and Quran Classes for Women by expatzs
I just wanted to inform that there are Arabic and Quran Classes for ladies at 'dar al dhikr' in dabab area. They have transportation for some areas.Courses are mornings or evenings, 8-12 or 3-8, 3 days a week. They have a good creche for children ...
Are these classes still running? Read More
Looking for open minded girls to hangout with in Riyadh by TheA20
Hey everyone! I just got to riaydh a few days ago. and I'm looking for some new open minded friends to hangout with here. I realized everything here is split into women only or families and men only. And so it hit me I can't survive living ...
Hey sorry for delay I wasn't getting alters from 大咖福利影院 for some reason Anyway shout me lets hook up my number XXX Ciao xx Read More
Looking for open minded girls to hangout with in Riyadh by TheA20
Hey everyone! I just got to riaydh a few days ago. and I'm looking for some new open minded friends to hangout with here. I realized everything here is split into women only or families and men only. And so it hit me I can't survive living ...
Can we all meet pleeeeease?! Read More
Looking for open minded girls to hangout with in Riyadh by TheA20
Hey everyone! I just got to riaydh a few days ago. and I'm looking for some new open minded friends to hangout with here. I realized everything here is split into women only or families and men only. And so it hit me I can't survive living ...
When shall we all meet? Read More
Road trip Riyadh to Mecca
Hi everyone Anyone managed to do a road trip in private car from Riyadh to Mecca - RECENTLY? Concerned about services on the way - Are there toilets / refreshment / facilities en route? Thanks in advance 馃槉 Selma Read More
Housewife looking for female friends by Missjakarta
Hi iam hairstylists from Washington DC just move to Riyadh and live at nesma villa compound looking for female friends and woman activity. Thanks
Hi ladies I'm pretty new here and here with husband. We are from London and living on Arabian compound. Would you like a get together at our compound in Al mursalat or meet in DQ or another place ? We could do lunch or coffee /dinner movie ... Read More
Looking for open minded girls to hangout with in Riyadh by TheA20
Hey everyone! I just got to riaydh a few days ago. and I'm looking for some new open minded friends to hangout with here. I realized everything here is split into women only or families and men only. And so it hit me I can't survive living ...
Would you like a get together at our compound in Al mursalat or meet in DQ or another place ? We could do lunch coffee dinner movie night (at our place) or just sit by the pool with drinks..... I don't know whatever lets do it! Email me a ... Read More
Looking for open minded girls to hangout with in Riyadh by TheA20
Hey everyone! I just got to riaydh a few days ago. and I'm looking for some new open minded friends to hangout with here. I realized everything here is split into women only or families and men only. And so it hit me I can't survive living ...
Ok girls lets do this How about a meet up in a compound in Al mursalat or Starbucks in DQ? Whichever is easier for most I think?? Read More
Jordanian American just moved into town ... That's me! by Beeee
I've been reading so many posts on life in Riyadh loved this blog! I've been here for a week now and it's not as bad as I expected. I moved with my husband and basically all I've been doing is trying the restaurants lol (so yummy ...
Hi Bee How you doing? Hope you're settling in well. I know exactly how you feel ! Me and hubby are here from London and will be staying for a few years it looks like. We're in a compound which is pretty central. We are slowly building ... Read More
Looking for open minded girls to hangout with in Riyadh by TheA20
Hey everyone! I just got to riaydh a few days ago. and I'm looking for some new open minded friends to hangout with here. I realized everything here is split into women only or families and men only. And so it hit me I can't survive living ...
Hi Siham 19 Let's get together Read More
I WANT TO LEARN ARABIC
Hi Does anyone know where I can learn some arabic in Riyadh??? Ideally a course that I can attend Thanks guys ! Read More
Looking for open minded girls to hangout with in Riyadh by TheA20
Hey everyone! I just got to riaydh a few days ago. and I'm looking for some new open minded friends to hangout with here. I realized everything here is split into women only or families and men only. And so it hit me I can't survive living ...
Hi GIRLS!!!! I'm living on the the Arabian Homes compound in Al Mursalat. I'd LOVE to meet some like minded girlfriends too! I'm from London here with hubby- Get in touch let's meet and let our hair down!!! :D Read More
Family visit visa to Riyadh
Great thank you so much for this information 馃榾 Read More
Family visit visa to Riyadh
Hi peeps Does anyone know that if your parents visit from the UK to come to Riyadh on a family visit visa; must they go back to the UK or can they travel elsewhere when they leave here? Thank you 馃槉 Read More
I really need help!! by tuijhfg
Hi everyone!! I really need your help! Here is the point: I'm arriving in London next Saturday and I have nowhere to live. I had my couzin living in Shadwell, but she gives up on me at the very last time (to be more precise... Yesterday...)! So ...
I may have a place where you can stay- although it may be a little far. It's in west London Just outside the tube station where you can get a straight tube to Lewisham- no change. Please email me your details if you are ... Read More
What can girls do? by deestrangled
What can those of the female persuasion do in Riyadh? I amn't quite sure what else there is to do besides shopping and eating -- and it's no fun if one's by themselves :/ Any ideas would be greatly appreciated.
Hi /Salaam bored people We have resorted to doing a BBQ / Picnic in a different place every weekend. We normally take plenty of food & drinks, mats, cushions, chairs and sheesha. Please let me know if anyones interested in joining us. Its the only ... Read More
Expat Club Saudi Arabia! "interested? c`mon in!" by Salman Omrani
[b]Howdy everbody! I've been thinking, and I bet so were many others, that we should stop talking about how to make friends and just get on with making them.:cheers: so I've got this great idea of starting a social network (in real life) so we can ...
Mgreddog Welcome! ;) Be ready for the heat and network network network if you don't want to go insane. Good Luck! Read More
how do we get invited to parties in riyadh by m.Caty
. can anyone help me find a better life out here to stop the boredom wrecking what is a very good opportunity for me Thx:D
loool Thought it was just me - I had the same experiences when I first came. It will get better - after the anxiety and panick attacks have subsided lol! How about hash and camp outs on the weekends?.... Read More
moving to riyadh next month by last pasta
hi guys !!! i m moving to riyadh next month. could some 1 please tell me how are the job opportunities in riyadh. i am M.B.A FINANCE degree holder and A.C.C.A level 3. any information given would be appreciated. thanks and cheers
Dear Last Pasta. Be sure to carry out some research on the employer and the company in relation to how they treat expats. ;) Read More
Kingdom Compound Coffee Morning by CAF
Ladies (And Gents) For those of you not working during the day, Kingdom Compound is hosting a Coffee morning, but its really a huge Market, tomorrow, Monday from 9-1130am. All of the Expat women can attend, not so sure about the men, but I have ...
I havent heard but when u do please let me know selma7866@hotmail.com Cheers x Read More
New to Riyadh by Guru1802
After 8 years working in east Africa (Kenya + Tanzania) landed on 15th Jan 2012 at Riyadh airport. by profession an Engineer and joined as a Plant Manager in Obiekan Group. After trying two weeks got an apartment in a cool place, where I can stay ...
I feel your pain!!! I've been here 6 months and I find that making Friends with Saudis when buying something Is the best way to learn arabic and they love To teach & in exchange they like to learn English. I'm attending an Arabic course ... Read More
Can you help with the Dress Code for. by MikaTect
Hi Can anyone help me? I am just packing for the trip to Saudi :) But need to know what the dress code is around this time of the year in jeddah,(day & night), not sure if its similar to Dubai or not. How do westerners dress for compound ...
It's extremely strict for women but for men it's Pretty much anything except underwear! Hope that helps :) Read More
Swimming for kids?? by Princess sunshine
Hi all. Other than in compounds, are there any other places that offer swimming lessons fpto kids in Riyadh?? Preferable near Granada mall??
Hi There is a gym called "Butterfly Gem" behind Tahlia St - not near Granada mall but massive Pool and excellent for kids and mums too.tel- 01461 6788 hope this helps :) Read More
I'm finally here! by ebrahim7860
Greetings from Riyadh. Arrived yesterday. Any south Africans here?
I know a South African couple who moved here Recently- I can pass your email to them if you like.. Hope that helps :) Read More
Girl Talk: How Can Single Women Avoid Stranger Danger? by GuestPoster400
Because I live within the compound, I've been walking around King Fahad Medical City every evening for a few months now and I've experienced my fair share of creepers and stalkers. Avoidance or really loud direct confrontation usually does the trick ...
Thank you Alliecat- this is very useful information Much appreciated :) Read More
Hi from Surrey
Hi Kiz Welcome to the UK - I live in West London with new Hubby & Would love to meet & socialise. I'm currently visiting Riyadh But will be back in 2 weeks. Look forward to hearing From you. Selma Read More
Iqama Transfer
Siddi How's your transfer going? My husband is trying to get one too. We heard that of you've been with your employer for 2 years or more then u don't need permission. Good luck Read More
Looking for new friends by Momtobe
Hiii ppl,I'm settling in Jeddah,in sharbatlly village and I'm looking forward to make new friends around:)
OK im living in Riyadh for the last 4 months with my hubby- we are from the UK. Need to make friends soon !! Read More
NEED A PLACE TO LIVE IN? I AM HERE TO HELP! by paulcastro
Good Day! My name is Paul and I am currently a property/investment consultant for one of the biggest real estate company in the Kingdom. I have seen that there are quite a few of inquiries regarding residential spaces for expats like myself here ...
Hi Paul Me and my hubby are looking for a place in a compound close to the Murooj area in Riydh. Could you suggest anything? BestWishes Selma Read More
