vindaloolad
English expat in Kuwait
Forum posts
81
About me
English
Lives in Mangaf
Speaks English, both drunk and sober
Registration: 26 July 2012
Anywhere to go near Fahaheel? by tengofrio
Hello all! I am a Korean noob in Fahaheel. It seems this area is quite rural when it compares to Kuwait city. Is there anyone lives in Mangaf or Fahaheel area? Please recommend me some places to visit! or cafe. I found that it is hard for me to ...
There is a Starbucks on the sea front next to the small mall/ marina, also another 1 again on the sea front in mangaf. Read More
Apartments for rent in Fahaheel? by chris_uel
Hi all, I am off to Kuwait in August and will have accommodation for the first 2 months but will need to find a place. I have a housing allowance of 175KWD a month so I know I may need to put more in myself. What I asking, are there good areas and ...
Hiya,I ended up in mangaf 1, very chilled Kuwaiti neighbourhood especially after 2 months on the mangaf coast road next to waffle n steak! Read More
If you're looking for accomodation by legacy
Ola expats & denizens :) for those looking to move out of their apartments or those moving in from abroad, there is an apartment in maidan hawally (baghdad st), opposite Shaab Leisure Park that will be vacated soon. its a 2BR with an amazing view ...
I need to move of company apartment on 3.3.13, so please keep an eye out and ear to the ground, just incase tony b doesn't fancy it let me know. Cheers Read More
Assault @ 360 by legacy
Dear all, I would like to start this post with a positive note: short week, enjoy your vacation on thursday. Now on to bitter news. last thursday i was meeting up with a group of friends at 360 mall. the ladies had gotten there first and were ...
Makes me so mad I could puke! Read More
Sports by skinny.fro
Anybody plays basketball here? There is an other post regarding this topic but is not active any longer. I'd like to get together for a game of basketball at least once a week.
I had a walk from mangaf to just past finta, there were a couple of courts, mostly Filipinos were playing, I was on court and playing, badly!, in 5 mins. It's all there if you look for it, I've only been here for a month Read More
DUI and Work Visa by beautifuldisast3r
My employers are looking to send me to Kuwait as our business is expanding to the middle east. I am so excited! I was looking over the application process for a work visa and noticed they need police records. Will a recent DUI conviction eliminate ...
Nope you will be fine, murder rape drug dealer etc are what they will be looking for to withdraw your visa. You be unable to reoffend as it's a drink free state! Read More
greeting. . . by oaf
I'm new to the forum, I am interested in Kuwait and everything related to that city. I hope to connect with friends to exchange some information and maybe have a coffee. Tell me in a PM or on face. . . Otherwise I'm a fan of the Vespa this is my ...
Pk small frame, nice any modifications? Read More
Mailing and Receiving Packages in Kuwait by ladystorm
Hello, everyone! Can you please tell me if packages can be sent and especially received through the regular postal office service? From my country (Romania - EU) packages can be mailed to Kuwait, but I am not sure how it works to pick them ...
Come on guys help the lady out, someone knows.......don't be shy Read More
Leaving - and re-entering on visitor's visa by Kiwi2Kuwait
Hi there, Does anyone know what happens when you depart, temporarily, on a visitor's visa? Do you have to have any particular documents with you? We are planning to leave and re-enter after a couple of days so that my family members can obtain ...
Yep, but u can cal them also, they like to ave the cash up front Read More
Leaving - and re-entering on visitor's visa by Kiwi2Kuwait
Hi there, Does anyone know what happens when you depart, temporarily, on a visitor's visa? Do you have to have any particular documents with you? We are planning to leave and re-enter after a couple of days so that my family members can obtain ...
I'd have to the hala service as you have experienced goes so much smoother than going thrust he cattle market yourself. I have a co worker who comes in on his Brit passport from Oman every 3 weeks with no problems, he always uses hala. 9 kd well ... Read More
Hi I'm new to Kuwait by Musculo11
Hi my names Marc I'm moving to Kuwait city this Saturday to work as a personal trainer in a 5 star hotel gym, I'm looking to meet ppl to hang out with and show me around. I'm friendly and outgoing.
Should of stopped raining by then. Read More
Super Excited - UK Expat coming soon by Grayline
I have been reading all the great info on the site for a few weeks now and was over in Kuwait last week for job interviews. I just had a call and have been offered the job - all the details sounds great so I'm super happy! My wife is in an all day ...
Congrats hope time goes by quickly for you Read More
New expat by vindaloolad
Hi guys, landed yesterday and now I feel as if I am a member of the expat in kuwait . Been on this forum a while now and I would like to say thanks all for your answers to my questions and the questions/answers for the other posts. Cheers all Vindy
As soon as Kuwaiti license is tru ill be up in the city! Will even stretch to a slice of chocolate cake Read More
New expat by vindaloolad
Hi guys, landed yesterday and now I feel as if I am a member of the expat in kuwait . Been on this forum a while now and I would like to say thanks all for your answers to my questions and the questions/answers for the other posts. Cheers all Vindy
Thanks for the welcome guys Read More
New expat
Hi guys, landed yesterday and now I feel as if I am a member of the expat in kuwait . Been on this forum a while now and I would like to say thanks all for your answers to my questions and the questions/answers for the other posts. Cheers all Vindy Read More
which sim do/did you find the best? by vindaloolad
hi all, I land next week (14th) and will want to a sim fairly swiftly so i can use my fone for skype etc. What service provider do you find has the best coverage/connection? I'll have a company BB for calls txts and that I'll be using it for ...
A fiver? for internet? - sold to the chap who lands tomorrow Read More
which sim do/did you find the best? by vindaloolad
hi all, I land next week (14th) and will want to a sim fairly swiftly so i can use my fone for skype etc. What service provider do you find has the best coverage/connection? I'll have a company BB for calls txts and that I'll be using it for ...
as always a great answer thanks Read More
which sim do/did you find the best? by vindaloolad
hi all, I land next week (14th) and will want to a sim fairly swiftly so i can use my fone for skype etc. What service provider do you find has the best coverage/connection? I'll have a company BB for calls txts and that I'll be using it for ...
i know 4G got launched last month, so any one had a play with it yet? Read More
which sim do/did you find the best?
hi all, I land next week (14th) and will want to a sim fairly swiftly so i can use my fone for skype etc. What service provider do you find has the best coverage/connection? I'll have a company BB for calls txts and that I'll be using it for ... Read More
Best places to live for young American couple by smithnc703
Hello! Any thoughts/suggestions/recommendations on the best areas to live for a young American couple ?? Thanks!!:D
That'll be gangnam style, so I no more..... Read More
Best places to live for young American couple by smithnc703
Hello! Any thoughts/suggestions/recommendations on the best areas to live for a young American couple ?? Thanks!!:D
And so the game of wit begins.......... Read More
Best places to live for young American couple by smithnc703
Hello! Any thoughts/suggestions/recommendations on the best areas to live for a young American couple ?? Thanks!!:D
Hey Legacy, where is the best place for Brits then? At vindy Read More
In need of LAVAZZA Coffee, ESPRESSO Crema e Gusto by fadi.h
Hi Anyone going to Italy or coming from there soon? I've run out of Coffee and can not find it in Kuwait, much appreciate if anyone can get me some from Italy and will pay you the cost. LAVAZZA, ESPRESSO Crema e Gusto Speciale Per Macchina ...
Also if you need anything else......http://www.britishcornershop.co.uk/product.asp?id=15876 Read More
In need of LAVAZZA Coffee, ESPRESSO Crema e Gusto by fadi.h
Hi Anyone going to Italy or coming from there soon? I've run out of Coffee and can not find it in Kuwait, much appreciate if anyone can get me some from Italy and will pay you the cost. LAVAZZA, ESPRESSO Crema e Gusto Speciale Per Macchina ...
If they fail you I'm out within 2 weeks, let me know Read More
Diving Anyone? by Satcomguy
Now that the weather is getting warmer... anyone interested in diving? I haven't been diving here, but would really like to.
I'm in even if its cold or full of muck Read More
which is best Kuwait or Dubai or India
is tourism the be all and end all or is it that they may be maybe they are tying to save what they have and not sell out to USA/EU ?? as my old fella told me when i was just a lad with no grey hair........"never ever talk about politics/sex or ... Read More
Rain
thats down, trying to speed type on 2nd box of Pinot !! Read More
Rain
is snowing in UK, you have never had it so good, You'll be moaning about sandstorms some june time................. Read More
Rain
cheers for the info I should come in Dec 2012 and will be down in Fahaheel. how is life doen there if you know? Vindy Read More
Skype or something similar to skype
Hi try tango.me or get him to ask some other chaps at his work and they may have the app file which he can use to download it to his PCM via a USB. Hope it gets sorted for ya Read More
Cost of Living : Visa, school, apartment and Everyday life by shahidee
I have been offered from the company. According to kuwait law what will be the child age to go for pre school/school? My daughter is coming january 2013 4 years old. what is the good (average) private school average fee? My comapny will give me ...
Visa = How much? Depends on how much running around you have to do in Oz you'll have to go to the kuwait embassy twice durning your own process, medical etc. I can tell you that if you have to deal with it all, like I am, it is just one never ending ... Read More
Cost of Living : Visa, school, apartment and Everyday life by shahidee
I have been offered from the company. According to kuwait law what will be the child age to go for pre school/school? My daughter is coming january 2013 4 years old. what is the good (average) private school average fee? My comapny will give me ...
Morning, Temps = Kuwait has a desert climate, hot and dry. Rainfall varies from 75 to 150 millimeters (2.95 to 5.91 in) a year across the country; actual rainfall has ranged from 25 millimeters (0.98 in) a year to as much as 325 millimeters (12.8 ... Read More
What did you forget to bring?
LOL more of a "huffers and puffers" type of guy than a fitty, that should change when i get there......doubt it thou! Read More
Replacement prescription lenses - Oakley sunglases
Cheers legacy, enjoy your hols. Read More
What did you forget to bring?
Hi, Will be coming by end of November and I making a list or 2 of things that I need to bring. Now I know and have seen many shops in kuwait, so I'm not totally green. I just would like to know what you guys wish you had brought with you that you ... Read More
Replacement prescription lenses - Oakley sunglases
Cheers for the info Mt Read More
Replacement prescription lenses - Oakley sunglases
either you all dont wear specs or had eye surgery. wheres legacy when you need him? Read More
Hi I'm new to Kuwait by Musculo11
Hi my names Marc I'm moving to Kuwait city this Saturday to work as a personal trainer in a 5 star hotel gym, I'm looking to meet ppl to hang out with and show me around. I'm friendly and outgoing.
Lucky sod, I'm due to leave about mid-November---------all the paper is doing my head in. So did you forget anything, my list is growing by the day! Enjoy Vindy Read More
Getting rid of a car by Hannah Jones
Hello Friendly ex-pats, my husband and I are planning a big trip driving from England to Kuwait next September in a Morris Minor. That seems a weird thing to do doesn't it, but it's in memory of my grandparents who drove from Kuwait (where they ...
There聮s a guy on this website called Legacy, he has a wealth of knowledge and he'll pass comment I'm sure when he's next online. He works for a shipping company in Kuwait, so may be able to assist in that for you. Hope you have a safe road trip Read More
Replacement prescription lenses - Oakley sunglases
Hi all, Does anybody know of a firm/or more in Kuwait and have experiences with having prescription lenses fitted you existing frames? Be that sunglasses, normal or transitions I'll be coming in Dec 2012 and I unsure whether to get hem done in the ... Read More
Canoe? by Linouly
Hi everybody , hope you re having a great Friday , I ve gore a question , is there any kayak or canoe club in Kuwait ? I m Diying to do some :) Thx Illy.
try this link - http://www.kssclub.com/images/coaches.pdf also KIM Center Kayaking used to run out of Fahaheel Hilton Kuwait Resort, maybe still running worth a look.. Read More
What are the best english schools? by Mohnaghi
[b]Hii all,I still can't get to the fact that my little child has turned three and time has come to send him to school.I have searched many schools but i'm not sure which one is the best. Does any one have an idea what are the best and safest ...
she's 12, 13 next month in year 8, hopefully I start work in Nov 2012 and then my wife and child come over between march/april for a look around schools etc. Then move over permanent about Aug 2013ish. Read More
What are the best english schools? by Mohnaghi
[b]Hii all,I still can't get to the fact that my little child has turned three and time has come to send him to school.I have searched many schools but i'm not sure which one is the best. Does any one have an idea what are the best and safest ...
Thanks do you have any experience personally from these 2? Read More
Kuwait folk in UK
Hi All, I'm looking to chat/PM with someone who has experience living in Kuwait but now in UK. I've been over last weekend for an interview and would like to get a better feeling from someone who has lived there. best areas regarding ... Read More
British schools by Anfal
Hi, im new to this blog, im considering a move to Kuwait maybe after summer, but first would like to make sure that there will be a school for my daughter 6yrs, she would be in year 2 in the next academic year. So i was wondering which school should ...
what did you find out from your visits? Read More
Schools with an English curriculum in Kuwait by The Nomad 99
Dear All, We moved to kuwait leaving the sunny shores of Dubai behind us about 6 months ago and we are really struggling. Is anybody aware of an English curriculum school that does not charge a bomb - we have 3 kids to put through to school and ...
Any chance we can score the schools out of 10? i did ask on the sticky post at the front end of this forum but not answers/posts/scores to date. Gulf English School: Kuwait National English School: New English School of Kuwait: The English ... Read More
Schools with an English curriculum in Kuwait by The Nomad 99
Dear All, We moved to kuwait leaving the sunny shores of Dubai behind us about 6 months ago and we are really struggling. Is anybody aware of an English curriculum school that does not charge a bomb - we have 3 kids to put through to school and ...
We visited English school Fahaheel on Sunday and were not happy at all. Looks much worn out, paint peeling of the walls and the kids acted like robots with no fun or smiles on their faces. We had no hand-outs to take away with us and the person who ... Read More
List of Schools in Kuwait by SaharEl
Hi, As was suggested by legacy and harmonie, please find below a list of the majority of the schools in Kuwait. Hope this is useful. -------------------------------------- - American International School: http://www.aiskuwait.org/ - ...
Hi All, Would it be possible for people to rate these regarding their experiences? It would help us all out. We had a trip over at the weekend for a look about at the company/housing and a school in the south on Sunday. Not very impressed with the ... Read More
Kitesurfing by maxandsen
Hey Guys Does anyone here kitesurf or know of a group that does? My husband and I want to learn. Thanks
Legacy, Kitesurfing or kiteboarding is an adventure surface water sport that has been described as combining wakeboarding, windsurfing, surfing, paragliding, and gymnastics into one extreme sport. Kitesurfing harnesses the power of the wind to ... Read More
Kitesurfing by maxandsen
Hey Guys Does anyone here kitesurf or know of a group that does? My husband and I want to learn. Thanks
Hello, Found these for you. q8kites.com/ chillnite.com/3145/2007/07/adventure-sports-in-kuwait-kite-surfing-kite-boarding/ Wind Rider Sports @ Shop 2, Mezzanine / Al-Muthana Complex / Fahad Al-Salem Street / Opposite JW Marriot Hotel Kuwait City. ... Read More
Kuwait Irish Society by antosantry
[justify][/justify] I am a newly arrived Irish expat in Kuwait. I would like contact details for the Kuwait Irish Society. I have tried the following address irish_society_kwt@yahoo.co.uk but the messages just keep bouncing back.
Hiya, I'm not in Kuwait yet but these guys maybe able to help you feel "more at home". kuwaitharpsgaa.com also if you have not yet got the EEK online mag, you can get it here - expatserviceskuwait.com/EEK%20Expats%20Express%20Kuwait%20ad1.htm B ... Read More
In country interview next weekend, what plug adaptor?
Hi all, I my 3rd and final interview for the company I hope to be employed by, it is in Kuwait next weekend. I fly out Friday and fly back Sunday and I will want to bring my UK power supplied bits n bobs, phone and lap charger etc. Can anyone ... Read More
Question about Fahaheel area
Thanks Legacy really appreciate your input Read More
Diving Anyone? by Satcomguy
Now that the weather is getting warmer... anyone interested in diving? I haven't been diving here, but would really like to.
I'll be in when and if i get there. just waiting for eid to finish then i chase up the company....... q8divers.com kuwaitmantas.com kcd.com.kw/eng.html Read More
I'm from kuwait anybody need help just knock yourself by Jamal-q8
Hello.. my name is Jamal and i'm from kuwait and i like to help from all around the world. I know every small details about this country and if u ever needed a help in anything it would be my pleasure. wish you all a safe trip to kuwait and waiting ...
thanks from me as well Read More
Question about Fahaheel area
hi Aur茅lie, Sorry, haveyou made a thread Ta Read More
Question about Fahaheel area
Hi I'm hopefully coming soon and will be in the Fahaheel area and I have a few questions if you could be so kind and answer them I would be very happy. 1- Does anyone have a link to an apartment site that deals/offers places to rent in ... Read More
Apartments for rent in Fahaheel? by chris_uel
Hi all, I am off to Kuwait in August and will have accommodation for the first 2 months but will need to find a place. I have a housing allowance of 175KWD a month so I know I may need to put more in myself. What I asking, are there good areas and ...
Hi Chris, Did you move over? I'm could be there and would like to know more about that area cheers VLL Read More
how are tattoos perceived in kuwait ?? by vindaloolad
hello all, i have just had an hour telephone interview with a UK company with a depot in Kuwait. should i be lucky and get the job, great. if not keeping a look out. my question is "how are tattoos perceived in kuwait?". form my time in the british ...
Thanks all. So just had the face 2 face interview and it went really well, next stage is 3-4 day visit to Kuwait, then visa apps meds etc. I just wanna go now.............but I think it may well be at least 8 weeks. Does anyone have info experience ... Read More
how are tattoos perceived in kuwait ?? by vindaloolad
hello all, i have just had an hour telephone interview with a UK company with a depot in Kuwait. should i be lucky and get the job, great. if not keeping a look out. my question is "how are tattoos perceived in kuwait?". form my time in the british ...
thanks all, just had face to face interview confirmed for friday 10 with the area manager. here goes............ Read More
how are tattoos perceived in kuwait ?? by vindaloolad
hello all, i have just had an hour telephone interview with a UK company with a depot in Kuwait. should i be lucky and get the job, great. if not keeping a look out. my question is "how are tattoos perceived in kuwait?". form my time in the british ...
thanks guys just been informed thru to 2nd telephone interview.......... Read More
how are tattoos perceived in kuwait ??
hello all, i have just had an hour telephone interview with a UK company with a depot in Kuwait. should i be lucky and get the job, great. if not keeping a look out. my question is "how are tattoos perceived in kuwait?". form my time in the british ... Read More