CARPE DIEM
@inalsa
Palestinian expat in England
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About me
Palestinian, Single
Lives in London, England
Speaks English, Arabic
Registration: 28 May 2014
American schools in Kuwait by zjannamel
Hello, My husband moved to Kuwait for work and now me and my daughter are considering moving too in a summer if find appropriate school. We are in Kuwait right now on spring break and going through application and testing process. So far we are ...
Hi Janna, If you are considering the British curriculum, KES would be your best choice among the British schools, the other best is The English School, which is supervised by the British Embassy http://www.tes.edu.kw/, lesser fees, number of ... Read More
A potential move to Kuwait by izacrof
Hello All, My husband is currently considering a job offer in Kuwait. This will be a major move for us and our two small children ( ages 4 and 6). Obviously we have some concerns. I was hoping to get the opinions of those who are currently ...
My friend, it is not MY CULTURE, its an ongoing culture at any place we consider going to. I am not offended though, but it is not as awful as everyone tried to give a feedback from own point of view. I was only trying to sum it up and say, Kuwait ... Read More
A potential move to Kuwait by izacrof
Hello All, My husband is currently considering a job offer in Kuwait. This will be a major move for us and our two small children ( ages 4 and 6). Obviously we have some concerns. I was hoping to get the opinions of those who are currently ...
Enigmausly ..in a nutshell, well said, and makes a hell of a sense reading it all the way to the end what you have just posted. Well done mate Read More
A potential move to Kuwait by izacrof
Hello All, My husband is currently considering a job offer in Kuwait. This will be a major move for us and our two small children ( ages 4 and 6). Obviously we have some concerns. I was hoping to get the opinions of those who are currently ...
Ribosom, It is tragic what you have just mentioned, I am sorry for the incident occurred to your son, yet, I personally find it quite livable, having accepted the fact to relocate to Kuwait, it is not the worse after all, is it? We all make the ... Read More
A potential move to Kuwait by izacrof
Hello All, My husband is currently considering a job offer in Kuwait. This will be a major move for us and our two small children ( ages 4 and 6). Obviously we have some concerns. I was hoping to get the opinions of those who are currently ...
We too, get really bogged with driving despite living here for many years, its all about the multinational cross culture and background of drivers as well. sometimes, heavy traffic does really reduce the rate of accidents lol :P Read More
A potential move to Kuwait by izacrof
Hello All, My husband is currently considering a job offer in Kuwait. This will be a major move for us and our two small children ( ages 4 and 6). Obviously we have some concerns. I was hoping to get the opinions of those who are currently ...
Come on guys, it is not that bad, the lady is eventually coming, joining her husband, she just needed some assurances on specific issues. I guess Enigmausly's feedback was kinda realistic, although I disagree on the traffic driving issue, You ... Read More
Christmas plans in Kuwait anyone by TriniMario
Good day All For those of us here for Christmas, what are the plans? Unfortunately we have to stay here for Christmas while most of our friends leave. :sosad: :sosad: :sosad: So we are looking around to see where we can find the Christmas ...
Come on guys, its not that dramatic :D Gather and make something to feel the Christmas atmosphere. Most of the private sector grant their Christian staff a day off btw, FYI Read More
Christmas plans in Kuwait anyone by TriniMario
Good day All For those of us here for Christmas, what are the plans? Unfortunately we have to stay here for Christmas while most of our friends leave. :sosad: :sosad: :sosad: So we are looking around to see where we can find the Christmas ...
You could be right, Kuwait is the 3rd highest Christian population, obviously due the high number of the labor force coming from Asia and Far East. However, Christmas has always been associated with the joyful atmosphere of decoration and, cold ... Read More
Christmas plans in Kuwait anyone by TriniMario
Good day All For those of us here for Christmas, what are the plans? Unfortunately we have to stay here for Christmas while most of our friends leave. :sosad: :sosad: :sosad: So we are looking around to see where we can find the Christmas ...
Dear Trinimario I got that right from the start about the festive ambiance. If you compare the other neighboring countries, they have a much larger Christian community than in Kuwait. Now if you visit the 360, Avenues, Marks&Spencer, The ONE, ... Read More
Christmas plans in Kuwait anyone by TriniMario
Good day All For those of us here for Christmas, what are the plans? Unfortunately we have to stay here for Christmas while most of our friends leave. :sosad: :sosad: :sosad: So we are looking around to see where we can find the Christmas ...
To support what I have just mentioned earlier about freedom of worshiping, did you know that Kuwait has, not only cemeteries for Muslims and Christians, but also for Buddhists. FYI Read More
Christmas plans in Kuwait anyone by TriniMario
Good day All For those of us here for Christmas, what are the plans? Unfortunately we have to stay here for Christmas while most of our friends leave. :sosad: :sosad: :sosad: So we are looking around to see where we can find the Christmas ...
Hello there, I believe there is a misconception here regarding how you practice your religion. By constitution, Kuwait allows the freedom of worshiping to every person on Kuwait land. Many restaurants and hotels have been arranging for Chrismats ... Read More
Tanning in Kuwait by petty33
Good morning everyone, I was wondering are there good beaches in Kuwait for tanning? I heard that Hilton Hotel in Mangaf charges 25kd per person. Do you recommend similar beaches? And how much does each one charge? Thank you.
Hi.. You can get in as a guest for a day use, uku just pay enterance fees. I guess its KD 15/- Where u can use pool, gym, sauna Read More
World Bank Warns Kuwait On Waste
Very interesting info. Thanks for sharing Regards Read More
Salary in Kuwait - how much is the bare requirement? by legacy
Good morning Expats! one of the main topics on everyone's mind when receiving a job offer in Kuwait is, "is it enough"? We would all love to get paid 1,000+ and have all of our requirements catered to i.e. house allowance, car allowance, education ...
Hi Priscilla Please check on this same post, tubestake user could be a spam, same user you have removed previously with a different user name Cheers Read More
Hello
Hello Man, It doesn't really what is in the work permit title, sometimes these titles are consumed in the company labor file, or are not available for the company in the Ministry of labor and social affairs. What counts in the end is your ... Read More
A night in the dessert by ChantalEleonore
Hi there, Is it possible to sleep (and also be safe)in the dessert??? Are there trips for these kind of things?Like a real turistic trip :) Like to hear from you!
Not a problem, you just need to keep track of him Cheers Read More
A night in the dessert by ChantalEleonore
Hi there, Is it possible to sleep (and also be safe)in the dessert??? Are there trips for these kind of things?Like a real turistic trip :) Like to hear from you!
I missed "I think" :) Read More
A night in the dessert by ChantalEleonore
Hi there, Is it possible to sleep (and also be safe)in the dessert??? Are there trips for these kind of things?Like a real turistic trip :) Like to hear from you!
Hi Legacy, I this Sweetwife is a spam, a guy checking in as a guest with a different ID every time. Watch out Cheers Read More
A night in the dessert by ChantalEleonore
Hi there, Is it possible to sleep (and also be safe)in the dessert??? Are there trips for these kind of things?Like a real turistic trip :) Like to hear from you!
LOL :):):) Good one Thinking of a desert trip in Summer is totally inappropriate..the desert will be deserted :P Read More
English course by natalienew
Hi, I would like to improve my English and attend in some English course. Any experience ? :)
Hi Natalie, Your best bet would be The British Council, conducted by native English teachers http://www.britishcouncil.com.kw/en Read More
Anniversary Dinner in Kuwait City by Matt007
Hi, I want to treat a friend of mine to a 30 year Anniversary Dinner. I have known them both for a while and am looking for a really nice night out. An upscale restaurant and an activity afterwards, or before. I am relatively new here and do not ...
Hello Matt, If you are considering a fine dining treat, I would suggest the following places, which will also reflect your dining style in the end: 1. The Peacock in Radisson Blu Hotel (Fine Chinese)] OR Al Boom ship, seafood and steaks 2. ... Read More
No decent men? by petty33
This is a major problem I have been suffering from since the first day I landed in this hell hole town called Kuwait. Is it me or aren't there any good decent Kuwaiti men? Im so tired of being hit on and once they realise they are heading no where ...
I Only see men responding here, females almost not bkthered to comment :P Read More
Happy Eid Kuwait
Hi ..wish you a blessed one too. Very nice gesture of you my friend Read More
Money transfer Kuwait Dinar to Euro by Newcomer72
Hello, I have an offer to work in Kuwait and the salary is not too bad (1200 KD including free housing, free meals 3 times per day, free private health insurance etc.). Due to the fact that I will not spend all my money in Kuwait I would like to ...
The other option is to open an addiyional Euro account with NBK in addition yo the local KD salaray account Read More
Money transfer Kuwait Dinar to Euro by Newcomer72
Hello, I have an offer to work in Kuwait and the salary is not too bad (1200 KD including free housing, free meals 3 times per day, free private health insurance etc.). Due to the fact that I will not spend all my money in Kuwait I would like to ...
Well Ribosom, I know people who are getting this benefit to Canada and UK Read More
Money transfer Kuwait Dinar to Euro by Newcomer72
Hello, I have an offer to work in Kuwait and the salary is not too bad (1200 KD including free housing, free meals 3 times per day, free private health insurance etc.). Due to the fact that I will not spend all my money in Kuwait I would like to ...
By the way, make sure of the meals point in the offer, never heard of free meals in a job offer, unless you will be eorking for a hotel! Read More
Money transfer Kuwait Dinar to Euro by Newcomer72
Hello, I have an offer to work in Kuwait and the salary is not too bad (1200 KD including free housing, free meals 3 times per day, free private health insurance etc.). Due to the fact that I will not spend all my money in Kuwait I would like to ...
Hello Newcomer72, Based on what the value of the transfer ends up to a 2700? However, I advise you to open a bank account withe National Bank of Kuwait NBK, you will get the advantage of commission free transfer of funds to your home country once a ... Read More
Fostering a cute doggie
Hi Shawn, It would be better and faster if you could provide a picture of your doggie Read More
Children during Summer holiday
Hi Kenjee, I dont have something to propose, rather would like to get some ideass and input by members having children and what they encounter in entertaining them during school holiday. Cheers :) Read More
Children during Summer holiday
Hello... Other than beach activities, what are you doing for your children during this summer school holiday, for people who are not travelling out of Kuwait! Read More
Rainy season In Barahona by Xavier_Onassis
One huge problem with the water is that it has created a major problem with a glut of plastic bottles everywhere. Glass beer bottles can be recycled, but those plastic water and soda bottles are thrown away by the millions and there is nowhere for ...
Hi..your inbox is full Read More
Before deciding to become an expat to the Middle East
Hahaha, interesting to know. But I am more keen to know the main and major concern that an expat thinks about. Safety, security, liberation, ..etc? Read More
Before deciding to become an expat to the Middle East
Hi All, I hope you are enjoying your summer! I would like to know what are the things come across in their mind mostly expats prior to coming to the middle east, especially expats from Europe and USA. Where do you get the source of your ... Read More
Ramadan in Kuwait by inalsa
I am just wondering how our non Muslim friends, who are not travelling will be spending Ramadan in Kuwait, they will a plenty of spare time in this particular month
Tine, you were literally tortured in the past few days. Definitely you go to heaven lol It happened to me once, I had to stay at a hotel eventually Read More
Ramadan in Kuwait by inalsa
I am just wondering how our non Muslim friends, who are not travelling will be spending Ramadan in Kuwait, they will a plenty of spare time in this particular month
My friend, I advise not to cruise in the middle of noon time,. its toxic LOL Read More
Kuwait's international reputation by newbie25
Hi All, Now, I'm not one to believe everything I hear/read, but as I plan to move to Kuwait this year as a Teacher, naturally I have done a lot of research on the country. I must say that the general consensus on the country is overwhelmingly ...
Legacy and Ace, you qre very well spoken guys, your info are quite rich and useful to many I guess.. You demonstrate a high sense if logic too. Congrats and God bless you. You are true expats Ambassadors here Read More
Ramadan in Kuwait by inalsa
I am just wondering how our non Muslim friends, who are not travelling will be spending Ramadan in Kuwait, they will a plenty of spare time in this particular month
The timing of Ramadan when it comes in the middle of Summer and the harsh weather conditions play a major role on the productivity issue, even if it is not Ramadan..outdoor visits are absolutely unbearable. Look at the number of cars broken down in ... Read More
Tanning in Kuwait by petty33
Good morning everyone, I was wondering are there good beaches in Kuwait for tanning? I heard that Hilton Hotel in Mangaf charges 25kd per person. Do you recommend similar beaches? And how much does each one charge? Thank you.
No everyone has access to challets :) Read More
Ramadan in Kuwait by inalsa
I am just wondering how our non Muslim friends, who are not travelling will be spending Ramadan in Kuwait, they will a plenty of spare time in this particular month
Hi Agnes, life doesnt stop in Ramadan, work continues as usual and yes you can get your visa Read More
Ramadan in Kuwait by inalsa
I am just wondering how our non Muslim friends, who are not travelling will be spending Ramadan in Kuwait, they will a plenty of spare time in this particular month
Agree...but this a one side of. I just wanted to know what impact it may have on their daily life..does it make a mojor difference postively! Read More
Ramadan in Kuwait
I am just wondering how our non Muslim friends, who are not travelling will be spending Ramadan in Kuwait, they will a plenty of spare time in this particular month Read More
How may the World Cup affect the work environmeny staff Vs employer by inalsa
Do think it will have an impact?
Thats correct, but it was posted by GT by the way Read More
How may the World Cup affect the work environmeny staff Vs employer by inalsa
Do think it will have an impact?
Latest study on the expected impact of the games on workplaces in the Middle East. Some findings of the study are as follows: During the World Cup tournament, half of all employees in the Middle East plan to stay up to watch late-night matches ... Read More
Manager required urgently
Dear All, I am looking for a male operations manager age 32-40, bilingual Arabic/English, Retail background in fashion is preferred or luxury brands, strong communication skills, driver's license, Business Admin/Marketing graduate is preferred, ... Read More
How may the World Cup affect the work environmeny staff Vs employer by inalsa
Do think it will have an impact?
On the other hand, this may improve the relation between employer and staff having them all involved in a shared social activity, I see it as a a motivation tool Read More
How may the World Cup affect the work environmeny staff Vs employer
Do think it will have an impact? Read More
World Cup Games 2014
They vary, some at 8:00 pm, some at 11:00 pm, some at 2:00 am Read More
Tips for Moving to Kuwait
Hi Linda, Welcome to this blog. What exactly that you are most concerned about living in Kuwait? Kuwait is a liberal country sort to speak, nothing really scary living there, you could simply have your life as usual. Weather conditions Summer time ... Read More
World Cup Games 2014
World cup games are best watched in groups, where do you guys plan to watch the games? Shout your suggestions Read More
Lack of professional Recruitment/headhunting Agencies in Kuwait
Not really, is goes beyond that. Even to hire, not just getting hired, very difficult to find skilled and professional candidates, indeed there are, but few know about them, which is again, no professional recruitment agencies nor proper HR people. ... Read More
Lack of professional Recruitment/headhunting Agencies in Kuwait
Hello everyone, Please share your thoughts about this topic, if you agree, disagree, otherwise highlight the ones you know and been satisfied with. I believe this is a major issue for most expats here in Kuwait, unlike in Dubai, where you can fin ... Read More
Level of English spoken in Kuwait by TriniMario
Good day All, Before coming to Kuwait, I saw on some forums that English is widely spoken here. However after being in Kuwait for a few months I could say its very low (2/10) and sometimes difficult to get around. Coming from UAE (8/10) and Oman ...
It all depends where and whom you deal with, at what level Read More
I need a good barber in Kuwait!! Please help! by ymhb.1
Hello all, I need to really good barber in kuwait, that does not give the generic haircut you find over here. I've come from London and have been using my barber there for over 6 years, so i need someone thats up to par. I do my hair in a flick ...
I highly recommend the one at The Sheraton, but its by appointment usually, a bit above market price, but very hygienic, advanced, and excellent service Read More
Tired all the time since in Kuwait by FrenchFrog
I know this is a bit random but I'm wondering if it's just me or does anyone else feel really tired since they've arrived in Kuwait? I am usually someone who's always on the go and I have been feeling pretty wrecked since I arrived here 4 months ...
Its all about the weather and heat that drains you. AC is a major problem to most of the people, but its inevitable, cant live without unfortunately Read More
About me
Hello everyone, I am new to this blog but quite familiar with Kuwait. Please don't hesitate to contact me for any advice you may require All my best Read More
Tanning in Kuwait by petty33
Good morning everyone, I was wondering are there good beaches in Kuwait for tanning? I heard that Hilton Hotel in Mangaf charges 25kd per person. Do you recommend similar beaches? And how much does each one charge? Thank you.
OMG how people comment and reply..you can comfortably tan at any of the hotels by seaside. However, the more south you go the better and cleaner the water is, if you are into seawater. Otherwise, Radisson Blu has a very nice club, they only charge ... Read More
Ban the bikini in Kuwait?! by tinataitlyn
Whyyyyyyyyyy my life is over!!! :sosad: Apparently they want to ban it everywhere even in hotels and private beach clubs such are the Corniche and Hilton! Wahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh
Hey..its all rumors and proposals by the MPs, dont worry, you will still be able to wear your bikini ;) Read More