Desert Storm
Saudi citizen
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About me
Saudi
Speaks Arabic, English
Registration: 04 November 2009
Folgers coffee by Nono3series
Where can I find Folgers coffee? I checked tamimi and danubi
Panda and Carrefour have it. Read More
Looking for Clubs by josh123
...such as Toastmasters', Book Lovers', and Sports Club for volleyball and/or badminton players every Friday. Do you know of any?
are they official Toastmaster group or only having the name? Read More
< < Friends Corner > > by SaQiB
Hello Everyone, To avoid most threads being jumbled up on unrelated chat, we can use this thread for small chit chat- what do you say ? Anyway let me start truefriend you are new at riyadh, what do you do? where do you live? Desert Storm : any ...
Hello Everyone, To avoid most threads being jumbled up on unrelated chat, we can use this thread for small chit chat- what do you say ? Anyway let me start truefriend you are new at riyadh, what do you do? where do you live? Desert Storm : any ... Read More
Food Place to Try Out In Riyadh by meetnauman
In Saudia - as you don't have too much to do - so this stuff is one of the most famous activity here. EATING :) Lets Share the Best Food Places in Riyadh...
there is a Turkish Restaurant in Olaya near Faslyaa he is good.Saraya Rest. Read More
Food Place to Try Out In Riyadh by meetnauman
In Saudia - as you don't have too much to do - so this stuff is one of the most famous activity here. EATING :) Lets Share the Best Food Places in Riyadh...
If we start a discussion on Which place has the BEST shawarma? Any names?Mama Nora Dhabab street Read More
IT Exams by SaQiB
I am planning to give a few exams after eid related to cisco and juniper, anyone wants to share anything please do. Any help shall be appreciated. Thanks, Regards Saqib
Thanks for sharing :)You're welcome I have 3.5GB of different kinds of books, just don't have time to upload them!yup thanks for the share. BTW why dont i get that collection on USB from u? :Ddo you have a high speed internet connection? if you ... Read More
IT Exams by SaQiB
I am planning to give a few exams after eid related to cisco and juniper, anyone wants to share anything please do. Any help shall be appreciated. Thanks, Regards Saqib
Thanks for sharing :)You're welcome I have 3.5GB of different kinds of books, just don't have time to upload them! Read More
Food Place to Try Out In Riyadh by meetnauman
In Saudia - as you don't have too much to do - so this stuff is one of the most famous activity here. EATING :) Lets Share the Best Food Places in Riyadh...
Have you Tried Iraqi Kabab on Share-Siteen Malaz?I grow up there :lol: There is another place on Rawdha named Sahari-Sham for grills that is the best grilling restaurant I have ever experienced Read More
Food Place to Try Out In Riyadh by meetnauman
In Saudia - as you don't have too much to do - so this stuff is one of the most famous activity here. EATING :) Lets Share the Best Food Places in Riyadh...
where is this Located ? Yammal Assham is good - Labanese Arabic FOodYammal Asham! :( I don't like that place anyhow, makkani can be found on W. King Abdullah rd. next to Dr.Cafe ahead of king fahad road. Read More
IT Exams by SaQiB
I am planning to give a few exams after eid related to cisco and juniper, anyone wants to share anything please do. Any help shall be appreciated. Thanks, Regards Saqib
CISSP is awesome, but it requires experienced specialist to be a valid certification :(Well, you need have the precaution mindset to pass it. In other words, have a preventative measures to allow the availability of something Read More
IT Exams by SaQiB
I am planning to give a few exams after eid related to cisco and juniper, anyone wants to share anything please do. Any help shall be appreciated. Thanks, Regards Saqib
Yeah, I will be doing MBA not CCIE Sec. but I'll do CISSP instead of CCIEs I am into the MBA and Risk Management more than being technical. Are you aware of CISSP? do not Google it :D Read More
Marrying Saudi woman..!! by warrenpower
it is possible to marry a saudi woman if you are nonsaudi???
as far as i know ! NO : i heard a story in a magazine when a saudi women who had married to a iraqi...so she had huge problems ! she had a kid and the KSA ban the kid of staying with his mum and oblige her to send him with his dad in iraq ! and ... Read More
IT Exams by SaQiB
I am planning to give a few exams after eid related to cisco and juniper, anyone wants to share anything please do. Any help shall be appreciated. Thanks, Regards Saqib
Welcome Desert Storm and Saqib I am also planning CCIE Security where do you guys stand ? how much preparation you have done ? and what are your plans?I have reached chapter 7... the Network Security Policies, Vulnerabilities, and Protection ... Read More
Dream Box? by Alliecat
Who can give me some info about dream boxes??
You mean the reciever connected to a DSL router/ internet device? Which contains over 5k channels :o Its not actually free, has a small yearly maintenance fee.Technically, it is almost free since you are getting subscribed to many channels would ... Read More
IT Exams by SaQiB
I am planning to give a few exams after eid related to cisco and juniper, anyone wants to share anything please do. Any help shall be appreciated. Thanks, Regards Saqib
Here you go http://www.4shared.com/dir/1299237/3177bfc9/Network_Security.html http://www.4shared.com/dir/6657224/ca7c3998/sharing.html http://www.4shared.com/dir/5048999/d9deb369/sharing.html Good luck bro Read More
IT Exams by SaQiB
I am planning to give a few exams after eid related to cisco and juniper, anyone wants to share anything please do. Any help shall be appreciated. Thanks, Regards Saqib
SaQiB, Yeah, CCIE Security/Voice are the way to go I have some cool documents for CCIE security... I will prepare some for you soon inshallah Read More
Dream Box? by Alliecat
Who can give me some info about dream boxes??
It is satellite receive device that connects someone's server on through the internet who distributes the subscription code where eventually you get these channels for free! did that clear your concerns? Read More
IT Exams by SaQiB
I am planning to give a few exams after eid related to cisco and juniper, anyone wants to share anything please do. Any help shall be appreciated. Thanks, Regards Saqib
Communications is actually the IT department, NOU is working side by side but it headed by a different HEAD :p lolas of my knowledge, communication is under CSD any other communication unit? i don't know anyhow, CCIE security would be better than ... Read More
IT Exams by SaQiB
I am planning to give a few exams after eid related to cisco and juniper, anyone wants to share anything please do. Any help shall be appreciated. Thanks, Regards Saqib
Communications, Its located at the Head Office. Currently i am assigned the STG Malaz (Sitteen) Branch What About you DS ? where'd you work?so I assume you're under what so called NOU? :D:lol: looks like you got a bit shocked ha! that's why you ... Read More
IT Exams by SaQiB
I am planning to give a few exams after eid related to cisco and juniper, anyone wants to share anything please do. Any help shall be appreciated. Thanks, Regards Saqib
Communications, Its located at the Head Office. Currently i am assigned the STG Malaz (Sitteen) Branch What About you DS ? where'd you work?so I assume you're under what so called NOU? :D Read More
IT Exams by SaQiB
I am planning to give a few exams after eid related to cisco and juniper, anyone wants to share anything please do. Any help shall be appreciated. Thanks, Regards Saqib
Well i am actually working for a company which has a worldwide and a very detailed nation wide network. The Samba Financial Group. What about you ?which department are you working at? Read More
Has Salman Gone Missing?!? by Alliecat
I am looking for his face on milk cartons!
yeah, it looks like he has some sort of a tent here in the forum! maybe he is camping some where in the desert... I just came back it is great :cool: Read More
Lonely in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia by Northpole
Hi, I have recently moved to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia from North America. Looking for new friends, social networking groups. Any suggestions? Northpole
Following one you mean tomorrow thursday ??week Read More
Lonely in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia by Northpole
Hi, I have recently moved to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia from North America. Looking for new friends, social networking groups. Any suggestions? Northpole
Sure... plan that out... but I am off for next week so lets start from the following one! :cool: Read More
Lonely in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia by Northpole
Hi, I have recently moved to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia from North America. Looking for new friends, social networking groups. Any suggestions? Northpole
Hehe Desert Storm seems like you frequently have sheesha?Yeah, I do that to avoid my addiction to Cinema :lol: :| Read More
Lonely in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia by Northpole
Hi, I have recently moved to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia from North America. Looking for new friends, social networking groups. Any suggestions? Northpole
Yeah, what are your interests... we might help smoke sheesha (hubbly bubbly)?! :DYaaakheee :D Sheeeshaaa Yum YUm :DYeah, especially, Samba staff always need something to relaxed them up ;) Read More
Hello i am Saqib by SaQiB
Hi , I am Saqib , pakistani by origin. Raised and living in Riyadh Saudi Arabia. I recently graduated in Computer Engineering and i am working as an IT Engineer here in Riyadh
Welcome to the club Mr. IT Banker :P Read More
would love some advice if possible by scworldtraveler
Hello all! so im definitely going to the KSA as soon as possible but i have some questions: 1) most important to me how much would you need to make to survive in the KSA? ive been offered 2000 a month plus free housing. since i have bills at home to ...
It sounds like you will be working on sort of educational center? so in in that field $2000 is good enough as a start up. you might negotiate the money matter with them once you show them a good side of your skills! but SR7500 with housing taking ... Read More
Lonely in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia by Northpole
Hi, I have recently moved to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia from North America. Looking for new friends, social networking groups. Any suggestions? Northpole
Yeah, what are your interests... we might help smoke sheesha (hubbly bubbly)?! :D Read More
how get high salary jobs and good benefits by brian20
im an quality engineer but i have low salary..how i can get new employer here in saudi that will hire me immediately?
if you have a good amount of experience on that field, try Qatar! their economy is booming now and requiring more and more workforces. A friend of mine, Indonesian, with 9 years of experience at network engineering been offered in Qatar with a ... Read More
Anybody work for Red Crescent Authority? by WTENGEL
I am a 25 year old flight paramedic from the United States. I am considering taking a job on the new helicopter EMS being put into place by the Red Crescent Authority. Does anybody have any experience working with the SRCA? Also, nurses or other ...
as per my knowledge, they just have gotten their Helios! so you will be flying new ones but sorry no experience here... Read More
Bilingual nanny needed for Saudi family in Riyadh by No0ra
[color=#50afaf] Hi all,:) I'm looking for a bilingual nanny to work full time. I have a 2.8 years gir and a 9 months boy. She should be 40+ years old, well educated, with a minimum of 5 years of childcare experience and may also hold childcare ...
phew, got me thinking too for some extra cash when I dont get any projects. Remember Robin Williams in Mrs Doubtfire?My wife just graduated last semester with an English Literature degree... your post reminded me of her books and story lol :/ Read More
Indian in Riyadh by Chanakya
I came here with my wife about a month ago. She is teaching and i have been unable to find a position. Anyone can help me find a job? Whatever it is, just need to earn some cash. Thanks
I am from Mumbai(India), please guide me following releated to my relocation in Riyadh. 1. Food Expences for 3persons (Couple with Child). 2. Accomadation for 1BHK/1Room Kitchen. 3. Indian School Fees for 1st STd....? 4. Saftey of Life..? 5. Work ... Read More
Are dogs allowed in Riyadh by NewComer
Hello All, Are dogs allowed in Riyadh? If so, what are the required documents/steps? Are there any dog friendly compounds in Riyadh? Thank you,
make sure your dog take the swine flu vaccination lol ...;) but I think you need special arrangement to bring it here. Read More
are you looking for a new friendship in Riyadh by hobiman
Hi evrybody.it is really boring in this city, the cultures is defferent and it is so strict, even to someone like me who has been living in Riyadh for 20 years ( almost of my time) l am studing here now and pereparing myself to do the CMA. l studied ...
Yeah, I agree Jeddah is more open... my intentions were good ;) Read More
are you looking for a new friendship in Riyadh by hobiman
Hi evrybody.it is really boring in this city, the cultures is defferent and it is so strict, even to someone like me who has been living in Riyadh for 20 years ( almost of my time) l am studing here now and pereparing myself to do the CMA. l studied ...
Alliecat... I might been a little harsh, but Hobiman was a little depressed so I thought I'd help... I am sorry maybe I misrepresented my points. Yes, agree Saudis are closed in general but Hobiman is considered native too. I have lots of non ... Read More
Possible IT Openings in Riyadh by musicman
There are two possible job openings in IT that may be available shorty for a planned ERP/IT Infrastructure project in Riyadh as follows:- 1. DBA (possibly ORACLE or MICROSOFT SQL) 2. NETWORK MANAGER Anyone interested please respond to me. I will ...
I work on the IT field but not that interested on changing the job. However, I have professional friends Saudis and non-Saudis so let me know what kind of positions, especially the network side since it is my field :sick Read More
Getting online by me61ok
Hi all. I am arriving in Riyadh for work end of September. I would like to know what internet services are available so i can possibly set up an account in advance.
Recently, I subscribed to Go... I live somewhere in the eastern north side of Riyadh and the signal was not stable... so I called them up to complain about it they dropped by and replace the indoor device with outdoor one! it worked just fine I ... Read More
are you looking for a new friendship in Riyadh by hobiman
Hi evrybody.it is really boring in this city, the cultures is defferent and it is so strict, even to someone like me who has been living in Riyadh for 20 years ( almost of my time) l am studing here now and pereparing myself to do the CMA. l studied ...
I am glad that your tone is getting more optimistic... you just have all what it takes to be happy 1. Assume you're young 2. Preparing for such a challenging certification CMA where you must be good in math. 3. Once you pass CMA, you're a ... Read More
MSc Degree Study for Foreigners by cibee
Is it possible for foreigners to study for a MSc in a Saudi University
let me do this... you are trying to find a private school for your wife? if that is the case, then yes, there is a private one in ... Read More
are you looking for a new friendship in Riyadh by hobiman
Hi evrybody.it is really boring in this city, the cultures is defferent and it is so strict, even to someone like me who has been living in Riyadh for 20 years ( almost of my time) l am studing here now and pereparing myself to do the CMA. l studied ...
Yes, I do ... but depending on your agenda! if you want to look at the dark side... yeah it will be dark even if you are in heaven! try to discover the bright side of your life no matter the place... I am sure it is shining out there just give it a ... 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 ...
It looks like that I missed that meeting! Yeah, no I wonder, I am still new to the block Tahlia st. is cool but lots of kids and noise there Read More
Indian in Riyadh by Chanakya
I came here with my wife about a month ago. She is teaching and i have been unable to find a position. Anyone can help me find a job? Whatever it is, just need to earn some cash. Thanks
what is your profession? I might help Read More
are you looking for a new friendship in Riyadh by hobiman
Hi evrybody.it is really boring in this city, the cultures is defferent and it is so strict, even to someone like me who has been living in Riyadh for 20 years ( almost of my time) l am studing here now and pereparing myself to do the CMA. l studied ...
Mr. Hobiman! 20 yrs and couldn't adopt? maybe you're unsocial person! try to change Read More
Salaries in Riyadh by vp70505
I know that this question has been asked endlessly, but I'm failing to find absolute clarity... How much do you need to earn in Riyadh for a luxury lifestyle? I am married with two small children. There is a possibility for me to move to Riyadh for ...
25K with everything is paid off should be enough to make you living like a Shaikh! ;) Read More
Good travel sites for someone living in Riyadh? by Alliecat
I'm American, currently living in Riyadh. In the States, I had a slew of favorite travel sites with fantastic travel opportunities (travelzoo, Go-Today, etc.). Now that I'm in Riyadh, I can't seem to find such sites pertaining to the Middle East! ...
unfortunately, services are poor still... but I've tried booking.com Also, this is a travel agency in Riyadh altayyargroup.com/english/index.html you can also refer to Saudi Commission for Tourism and antiquities ... Read More
What is your idea of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia? by Salman Omrani
Hi everyone, I always wonder whats on the minds of (going to be) expats coming to Saudi Arabia, what image have they drawn in their minds about this country, things they have heard. now why I ask this is because many people have the wrong idea, and ...
Well, I am a citizen so I cannot complain about it :whistle:... lets see what are the ideas here... Interesting topic! I am excited to know the good and bad side of it. Read More