Darragh
@dmccashin
Irish expat in Saudi Arabia
Forum posts
31
Contacts
15
About me
Irish
Lives in Riyadh
Speaks English
Registration: 31 December 2012
Music Lessons by musicman
There are several inquiries from both locals and expats for music tutor to teach Guitar, Violin and Sax. Am receiving several calls based on my ad sometime back to teach drums. Would any one out there want to offer their services?
I'm male! Oh well... I'll message if I find a female teacher Read More
Music Lessons by musicman
There are several inquiries from both locals and expats for music tutor to teach Guitar, Violin and Sax. Am receiving several calls based on my ad sometime back to teach drums. Would any one out there want to offer their services?
Hi. Please send me a private message or email mccashid@tcd.ie Read More
New Music Centre opens in Riyadh by gowiththeflowUK
I recently got some info of a new Music Centre at Taala Compound :top:,they offer the following lessons: Piano, Guitar, Violin, Viola, Cello, Singing and Recorder. I have tried to past the flyer into this but it won't let me, so please call them ...
Any advice on buying electric drums? I wanna play over songs with headphones... Appreciate any tips Read More
Female Gaelic Football?
Hey If you contact the Riyadh road runners club, I know the gaa club advertises in their newsletters. Best of luck Read More
Is doing a medical risky/private in Bahrain?
Hey all, Some colleagues and I will be doing a medical in Bahrain in the near future, in order to get a Saudi visa. Our worry is that some of the group potentially have substances that are illegal in bahrain in our system but legal elsewhere ... Read More
Recent security threats? by dmccashin
Hey all, I'm returning to KSA soon after my initial 6month stint. However, there is much noise in the Western media about the embassies closing due to recent terrorist threats, as picked up by surveillance. I'm just curious, have you noticed any ...
EU is not typically muslim land, that's why. Saudi embassies are normally ok, in comparison with other countries. Saudi is closely allied with the US which can either make it a bigger threat or a safer place to live in terms of the power that is ... Read More
Recent security threats? by dmccashin
Hey all, I'm returning to KSA soon after my initial 6month stint. However, there is much noise in the Western media about the embassies closing due to recent terrorist threats, as picked up by surveillance. I'm just curious, have you noticed any ...
but the embassies are closed, right? very unusual for them to be closed for so long. read here fyi: http://www.theguardian.com/world/2013/aug/05/us-embassies-remain-closed-alqaida Read More
Recent security threats?
Hey all, I'm returning to KSA soon after my initial 6month stint. However, there is much noise in the Western media about the embassies closing due to recent terrorist threats, as picked up by surveillance. I'm just curious, have you noticed any ... Read More
Using Samsung S3mini in Europe
Thanks so much, really helpful! Read More
Using Samsung S3mini in Europe
Hey all, Just purchased the samsung s3 mini, they said it'll work back home in Ireland, is this the case? thanks! Read More
New Music Centre opens in Riyadh by gowiththeflowUK
I recently got some info of a new Music Centre at Taala Compound :top:,they offer the following lessons: Piano, Guitar, Violin, Viola, Cello, Singing and Recorder. I have tried to past the flyer into this but it won't let me, so please call them ...
hey, just checking is there any update of the rehearsal space in riyadh? I'm keen to relax and play some piano and drums, and my friend plays the violin. Any ideas would be much appreciated! Thanks D Read More
Music Lessons by musicman
There are several inquiries from both locals and expats for music tutor to teach Guitar, Violin and Sax. Am receiving several calls based on my ad sometime back to teach drums. Would any one out there want to offer their services?
Nice to see music interest! I can teach basic piano, and introduction to drums. PM if you'd like to discuss further :) Read More
Somewhere to watch ESPN in Central Riyadh
A few buddies and I want to watch Tottenham vs Leeds next Sunday live on ESPN.... Any suggestions on somewhere where we could watch this? Thanks in advance :) Read More
Book Studies by anaexpat
Guys, who reads a book a week? I'd like to meet heavy readers (men only, no offense lovely ladies) and discuss books. Insights and thoughs are welcomed T
Greatlaker and I had a lively and engaging evening! Thankfully, he didn't lose hope after everyone else bailed (?!), and I was late due to a dodgey taximan.... Next time, you're either in or out ;) Viva la Hitch Read More
Book Studies by anaexpat
Guys, who reads a book a week? I'd like to meet heavy readers (men only, no offense lovely ladies) and discuss books. Insights and thoughs are welcomed T
Great. So light-hearted (and quiet) Hitch discussion it is, around 3.40pm Friday..... See ye there! I'll be the young looking irish guy with glasses :) Read More
Book Studies by anaexpat
Guys, who reads a book a week? I'd like to meet heavy readers (men only, no offense lovely ladies) and discuss books. Insights and thoughs are welcomed T
so yeah, i'm good for friday afternoon at some point? Read More
Book Studies by anaexpat
Guys, who reads a book a week? I'd like to meet heavy readers (men only, no offense lovely ladies) and discuss books. Insights and thoughs are welcomed T
yes, friday is good for me. i just have to check one other thing, and i will post my confirmation tomorrow at some point. im 99% certain i'm good to go. let the hitch-slapping commence! Read More
Book Studies by anaexpat
Guys, who reads a book a week? I'd like to meet heavy readers (men only, no offense lovely ladies) and discuss books. Insights and thoughs are welcomed T
well im flexibile, i work the standard week. im based at sitteen riyadh, is that close? (Sorry i've no idea of the geography of riyadh yet!) Read More
Book Studies by anaexpat
Guys, who reads a book a week? I'd like to meet heavy readers (men only, no offense lovely ladies) and discuss books. Insights and thoughs are welcomed T
How about any cocktail of his works? I mean if you look at the compilation 'Arguably', there's ample stuff to discuss there. Or, indeed, any of his longer articles for vanity fair, most available online. His memoirs, hitch22 or his final haunting ... Read More
Book Studies by anaexpat
Guys, who reads a book a week? I'd like to meet heavy readers (men only, no offense lovely ladies) and discuss books. Insights and thoughs are welcomed T
Christopher hitchens is certainly one of my favourite authors, how ironic (a word he loved) would it be to discuss his writings in this conservative country??! From reading the above posts, i think something non-fiction that connects with ... Read More
Calling all Musicians! by vinnie2332
Hey, Hello, Salam Alaikum! Iam looking for people in Riyadh who are passionate about music. Iam a young South African expat whose life is drumming! I have been in Riyadh for about five months with no place or people to jam with! If anyone knows ...
I play some piano and drums :) open to anything! let me know of any rehearsal spaces :D Read More
Young Irishman just arrived in Riyadh - looking for friends/community! by dmccashin
Hey all :) Landed in Riyadh last Thursday, it's been a real culture shock and the environment I'm in is a bit cynical and old (in terms of the people) I'm near the IPA (down from McDonalds on Sitteen St), and I'm keen to meet and explore positive ...
Thanks everyone, I'll be doing some running with the Riyadh road runners, thats for sure. Once I earn some money, definitely some shopping also! Bring on the heat! Read More
Book Studies by anaexpat
Guys, who reads a book a week? I'd like to meet heavy readers (men only, no offense lovely ladies) and discuss books. Insights and thoughs are welcomed T
Hey, I'm a big non-fiction book reader, love social sciences, psychology, anthroplogy etc... What sort of genres did you have in mind? I'm open to suggestions! Thanks Darragh Read More
Newbie by Yobhtron
Newbie here. I've been living here in Riyadh for a year now and I just wanted to add spice to my life here. As you know, life here is kinda boring. Ahehehe Hope to meet new friends here at expat-blog.
Hey, how is your year treating you? I arrived last Thursday. How do you spend your free time? :) Read More
Young Irishman just arrived in Riyadh - looking for friends/community!
Hey all :) Landed in Riyadh last Thursday, it's been a real culture shock and the environment I'm in is a bit cynical and old (in terms of the people) I'm near the IPA (down from McDonalds on Sitteen St), and I'm keen to meet and explore positive ... 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 ...
Hi all, I'm a young Irishman who just started living in Riyadh last week. As I'm sure you're all use to hearing, I'm desperate to set up some networks and meet other like-minded people to maximise my time here. Keep me posted :) Read More