OK2017
American expat in Kuwait
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Registration: 09 January 2010
Affordable transportation options in Eqaila by Mkathiri
If you have a full-time job and you cannot drive nor do you feel comfortable taking the public buses, how does one get round? I know cabs are available but isn't is incredibly expensive to get to and from work via cab everyday? How much does it ...
It is rarely humid in Kuwait, just hot. I walked to work about 1.5 KM every day in Mangaf. But I had purchased a collapsible umbrella with a UV lining. You can find them in Kuwait. I got mine at the Lulu Hypermart, or bring one with you. It felt ... Read More
Cabs by romiuk
HI ACE and legacy Sorry for my late reply... Many thanks for your replies - i certainly got an idea now of what to get and the approximate fees from airport. Will be staying in Dasman area so I assume/aim to negotiate not more than 5kd from ...
Welcome to Kuwait. Airport taxis have different levels of quality, from good to very nice, and charge accordingly. Prices were a flat fee last time I used them. Taxis are in no way like the usual street taxis we might wave down on a daily basis. Read More
***Ice Skating Gathering on 10th Dec 2010*** by Idrees Khan
Yo Guys!!! Time to bring on winter! Set our monthly Expats Gathering at ice skating ring...lets come together again Welcome new expats and say hello to old Timming From 8:30 pm to 10:00 pm (But please come early as we all wants to get in ...
We'll be there with bells on. Read More
Dependent resident visa requirement
You can come back the same day and pay your KD and get 3 more months on a new visitor visa. Read More
Freecycle not Recycle
Is there some place in Kuwit to donate gently worn items or household goods, besides posting on a forum? Read More
Blood Type Card???
It won't do you any good to get it done before you come over. You would just have to do it again. But it is quick. Read More
NationPhone TV Service
Has anyone had any experience with the NationPhone TV Service? It is supposed to let you watch live US TV channels streamed to your computer or to the TV with a cable from your computer. You can also get a DVR option so you can watch your shows in ... Read More
Interview advice - Finance
It is very hot now, keep in mind how bad linen wrinkles. JUst an FYI. Also, if you are interviewed by someone other than an ex-pat, that 5 to 10 minutes of casual chit chat is expected. How was your flight, do you like where you live, weather, ... Read More
Martial Artts Classes
Does nay one know of the location of any Martial Arts classes in the Mangaf area or at the Hilton? It doesn't matter what type of martial arts. Thanks Read More
Activity group (Basketball, scuba, running, cafe's) by mo.mughrabi
Hi all, Kuwait can be a bit boring if you are alone. So, I had an idea few months ago to post in public forums about putting a basketball team together, every Friday morning, surprisingly a lot of people showed up and it was a huge success. Now ...
I read about Salsa lessons at the Hilton Resort on Sundays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8 to 9 PM. Beginner and intermediate lessons are on Sundays and Tuesdays. Thursdays are advanced lessons. I don't know any phone numbers or any other info. Read More
Salary expectations and negotiations
Does anyone have an idea of a salary range I can expect or try to negotiate for when applying for a job with a Kuwaiti insurance company with Kuwaiti running the company? I am a US expat with a university degree and a wide variety of insurance ... Read More
Interview tips for Kuwaiti run companies requested
That is a good point. I am used to the US way. Right to the point. I had been told I should chit chat more first when meeting Kuwaiti people, so I will work on that skill. Thanks Read More
Interview tips for Kuwaiti run companies requested
Howdy, I will be arriving in a few weeks in Kuwait to join my expat husband and have several interviews set up with Kuwaiti owned and operated companies (insurance) upon my arrival. Are there any tips you can share as to things to be aware of during ... Read More