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Registration: 29 February 2012
I miss Saudi Arabia
Dear Sir/Madam, As-salamu 'alaykum, I really miss Saudi Arabian lifestyle. I'm from England, and looking for entry-level marketing or social media roles. I've worked in Higher Education in Riyadh before, but left due to family reasons and also ... Read More
Life (or No life) in Riyadh by rajim
Greetings to all the members. Firstly, let me thank all of you who has made this site so informative and really a platform for engaging with people much earier than actually landing in the country. I am scheduled to move to Riyadh (from Mumbai, ...
From what I'm aware, there is a big push from institutes to recruit 'native speakers' - despite others having a better proficiency in English and a greater ability to teach. But 'native' - that is English, Australian, America, Canadian - maybe ... Read More
Madina Trip - 19/20/21 June by Britisher
Anyone going from Riyadh to Madina next weekend? I'm looking to car-share (I can drive as well - although I'm a better driver during daylight hours). Perhaps leave on Wednesday? Or Thursday after Fajr? And get back for Friday by Maghrib - leave ...
Epic advice; I booked with NasAir, thanks the_blade. Can anyone advise how early I should get to the airports (RUH and MED) before my flight leaves? Read More
Camel Races by Ian W
Has anyone been to the camel races? I know it is in the Thumamah area (Janadriya Road)near the horse race track but i can't find it and my arabic is insufficient to get any decent answers from the Sudani camel herders and charcoal sellers that ...
Did you go/find it? How was it? Read More
Madina Trip - 19/20/21 June by Britisher
Anyone going from Riyadh to Madina next weekend? I'm looking to car-share (I can drive as well - although I'm a better driver during daylight hours). Perhaps leave on Wednesday? Or Thursday after Fajr? And get back for Friday by Maghrib - leave ...
Great idea - thanks Aur茅lie. Read More
Madina Trip - 19/20/21 June
Anyone going from Riyadh to Madina next weekend? I'm looking to car-share (I can drive as well - although I'm a better driver during daylight hours). Perhaps leave on Wednesday? Or Thursday after Fajr? And get back for Friday by Maghrib - leave ... Read More
Is there a good location to watch Euro 2012 football? by Rob80
Hello all, Very new to Riyadh and would like to view the football, especially the ENgland vs Sweden game. Could anyone recommend a location to watch the tournament? Thank you.
I don't know the name of the place- but get a cab to Khalid bin al-Walid St - get off at Kudu's, cross the road (Khalid bin al-Walid) and walk right (away from adDammam); the cafe is a short walk down the road on that side. I cannot guarantee which ... Read More
Cheap hotels in Makkah?
Are there any, say less than 80SAR for a night? Read More
IKEA
Hello, Anyone know what places are around IKEA in Riyadh? Is there a Jarir bookstore nearby? Or another mall? If so, what is available in the mall? Any tips will help. Read More
Othaim Mall (Khurais)
Thanks for your replies TheLegendLeads & Zeke. I went there, not so awesome as advised. One thing cool though is the Japanese store that has all sorts of cheap and cool things. Read More
Only 3 days for Temporary Accommodation!!!!!
Mick-take and a half. I agree with Alliecat. Depending on what you want, you could be expected to pay 6-months rent up-front e.g. for a Villa. But don't worry, you can just go to a Shaqqa Mafrusha (furnished apartment) for a month and commute till ... Read More
Othaim Mall (Khurais)
Hala walla, I need people's knowledge, please help. Othaim Mall (Khurais); - any idea what they sell? - any cool stores there? - good for ladies' and babies stuff only? - good places to eat - normal food outlets? - any other malls in walking ... Read More
intro from city of olympics 2012! by londoner1
Dear Comrades, Hope you readers are all very well :) Just a quick hi! Thinking of moving to Riyadh as I have a job offer that seems too good to say no to. However i'm super-nervous!! Lived all my live in England, mostly as a Londoner. Having a ...
londoner1 - with an attitude list yours, you'll be quite fine :) Read More
Shaykh's Recitation
賲丕 卮丕亍 丕賱賱賴 賱丕 賯賵丞 廿賱丕 亘丕賱賱賴 Recitation in other narrations too, its great. Here is ... Read More
Shaykh's Recitation
Salam, I hope everyone is well. Check out this Imam's recitation in prayer, mashaAllah it is really good; youtube.com/watch?v=m1us03iq4qw&feature=plcp Read More
Awesomest Superstore by Britisher
Hala walla, Which, in your opinion, is awesomest? al-Othaim Panda Carrefour Tamimi LuLu I prefer Panda.
I've made my decision :) 1 - Hyper Panda 2 - Carrefour 3 - AlOthaim The others didn't make the list. Read More
Awesomest Superstore by Britisher
Hala walla, Which, in your opinion, is awesomest? al-Othaim Panda Carrefour Tamimi LuLu I prefer Panda.
How rude of me to have left our Carrefour. Its only one of the world's largest retail chains. Read More
Awesomest Superstore by Britisher
Hala walla, Which, in your opinion, is awesomest? al-Othaim Panda Carrefour Tamimi LuLu I prefer Panda.
I edited it, thanks Alliecat :) I dunno, there's just something neat about going to a store called "Panda" Read More
Awesomest Superstore
Hala walla, Which, in your opinion, is awesomest? al-Othaim Panda Carrefour Tamimi LuLu I prefer Panda. Read More
Where to Riyadhanites go on Cheap Breaks to?
FYI, Riyadhanites is a term I've coined which refers to all those who hail from Riyadh. SO any ideas where people in Riyadh go to for breaks. I know about Bahrain, but I'm wondering where else there is that people in Riyadh can just get a cheap ... Read More
Sahara Mall by Britisher
Sahara Mall - any good? Just women's clothes? Please let me know if you've been there. Also, are there any malls in close walking distance? All I know is what's on the site - it says shop names, but I don't know what they ...
loooooooooooooooool, Thanks for all your replies. I found that Sahara Mall was mainly women's clothing. But there are some stores there for men too. I was eating upstairs with a friend, and halfway through my meal a secutiry gentleman told us it ... Read More
Padini Authentics - mens
Thanks, TheLegendLeads - if I get a chance, I'll check that out. :) Read More
native saudi by meshal alshmlani
hi every one like what written in the subject i am saudi dentistry student a new member and i would like to help u non native people by give u the answer for ur question and any thing u would like to know because i have been in Ireland and i was ...
Hi Meshal, thanks for offering your help. Quick question; What does "Hala walla" mean? Does it have anything to do with Wallahi? Read More
Padini Authentics - mens
Ahleeeeeeeen, I'm looking for a Padini Authentics shop in Riyadh - I found one, but it only had womens clothes. I need mens stuff,... any ideas? Read More
Sahara Mall
Sahara Mall - any good? Just women's clothes? Please let me know if you've been there. Also, are there any malls in close walking distance? All I know is what's on the site - it says shop names, but I don't know what they ... Read More
MALAYSIAN FOOD - Where is it at, yo? by Britisher
Salaaaaaaaaaaaam, Where can I get some Satay, Rendang, Nasi Lemak, Teh Tarik etc from in Riyadh? I totally am feeling Malaysian food right now. Any restaurants, take-aways? Help me out if you know please. :)
Looooooooool, Thank you all for your replies and the suggestions. :) Read More
Albanians in London
Hi Endri, Check this website - ukalbanians.net Read More
MALAYSIAN FOOD - Where is it at, yo?
Salaaaaaaaaaaaam, Where can I get some Satay, Rendang, Nasi Lemak, Teh Tarik etc from in Riyadh? I totally am feeling Malaysian food right now. Any restaurants, take-aways? Help me out if you know please. :) Read More
Smart-phones/Tablets
Ahlan, ahlan, ahlan ya expats, I heard that they're bringing out the ipad 3. Does that mean that the prices of the ipad 2 here in KSA will be cheaper than they in the UK? Also, I realllly want an iphone/android phone or even a blackberry. Are ... Read More
Anyone want to share accommodation/ have space? by Britisher
Hi, (As-salam 'alaykum) Is anyone interested in sharing an apartment somewhere in Riyadh? I am a very clean individual, and teaching (English)the Preparatory Year at KSU. I'm looking to see if anyone wants to share accommodation - an apartment or ...
Hi Christine, Thank you for the direction; I just introduced myself here (click).my intro Read More
n00b in Riyadh
Hi everyone, I've recently moved over from England; to teach English for the Prep Year in KSU. The forum has a whole load of helpful and useful stuff that I've been reading; and I look forward to being part of this e-community and beseeching your ... Read More
Anyone want to share accommodation/ have space?
Hi, (As-salam 'alaykum) Is anyone interested in sharing an apartment somewhere in Riyadh? I am a very clean individual, and teaching (English)the Preparatory Year at KSU. I'm looking to see if anyone wants to share accommodation - an apartment or ... Read More