Phillip
@johnnyringo42
Jamaican expat in Saudi Arabia
Forum posts
39
Contacts
6
About me
Jamaican
Lives in Riyadh
Speaks English
Registration: 23 August 2010
Looking to socialise and meet people. by Guest7982
Hi, Been in Riyadh almost a year now am working as a nanny , I have met a couple of people here but It would be good to broaden my horizons and meet others, unless your in the know or living on a compound I have not found it easy to meet up with ...
Seedy men huh. You will meet some genuine folks in here, yes beware of those predators. Phillip Read More
Teaching at Jeddah Knowledge by Fisherman0793
Hi, Im considering taking up a post here and wondering whether you could brief me on the good, bad and the ugly of this place. It is a big move to Jeddah and I need to be sure its the right place for me in all ways.
Its getting hot in here. Really poor way to communicate. Read More
Tennis anyone? by TexasPilot
I'm a pilot flying the newly formed emergency air ambulance helicopter for Saudi Red Crescent and love to play tennis but can't find a court not even from the air !! I've heard of some courts in the compounds but don't even know where to start ...
Coming to Jeddah from June 22nd for a week and wanna play tennis, will visit Jeddah o a regular too staying in hotels. Lemme know. phil Read More
New Filipino Expat in Riyadh by Randzei27
hello to all expat there specially in riyadh k.s.a, i am Filipino, i will be working in riyadh k.s.a as waiter maybe this coming month, all i want to know is the life out there.. i need more information about riyadh, are the people there is ...
Smoking is bad for your health but may be the only thing that you will have to be of a consoling factor to you here. The boredom is maddening unless you live in a place where you have sporting facilities, have people around willing to do something ... Read More
Things to do in Riyadh? by Callum
I've been living in Riyadh for 3 weeks now and starting to get the BORED stage of living here. I've been looking for things to do any ideas? I wanted to go for a swim today but don't really fancy it in this dust and there's not much going on in ...
For Expat fun you just have to find an Expat party in a compound. Read More
Socials, clubs and all that jazz
You surely must mean in a compound, right? I am looking for expats to do some fun things as well, I brought my tennis racquet, ping pong as well. Living in Izdihar Holiday Inn until my company gets me in a compound. Shukran, Phil Read More
Anyone For Table Tennis - preferably Malaz Area! by Kymadoce
Hi! If there is anyone intersted in playing TT , frequently or on weekends , do PM me.... I know of TT available @ 3 places arnd malaz area... we can catch up for some good game.... Malaz preferred though can travel bit further on weekends...
I am here only 4 days now and brought my racquet, not familiar with the area but now staying at Holiday Inn Izdihar. If its close to you please let me know so I can grab a cab and play. Shukran, Phil Read More
LOOKING DESPERATE FOR MY HUSBAND!!!
Why would they say that they think he is in jail, was he wanted in Holland? You still have not said his name or given a description of this hombre, how do you expect anyone to help you find him then, you got to be loco too lady. Give all the details ... Read More
Doing business in Jamaica
orcjamaica.com Hope this helps dude, recruiting is easy. Can I ask what type business you are exploring if you do not mind telling. Good luck with everything, I am now in Sri Lanka doing some work for Sri Lankan Airlines but will be in Jamaica the ... Read More
LOOKING DESPERATE FOR MY HUSBAND!!!
How can anyone help you??? You have not given his name, his description, his intended address in The Netherlands now wh he was going to there to see or be with for help whether family or friend. This story is very strange because you do not know ... Read More
which are the best airlines from Colombo to Europe?
Qatar is the best in schedule, reliability, service, cost. take it from me who is a PIlot. Read More
Wanna play football in Riyadh by jgpega
Would appreciate if any one can refer me to team or ground where i can play football in Riyadh. I live near Abdulaziz Road. Thanks
Hope to play some ball as well. Should be in KSA April. phillipwilliams1970@gmail.com phil Read More
What is the best Compound for Singles in Riyadh by ditchdoctor
I'm relocating first of next year to work as an expat for 12 months and would appreciate any input regarding westerner friendly housing compounds. Would like to live somewhere fairly reasonably priced and there are other expats from US, Canada and ...
Ewww, desperados. I am coming to RUH soon as a Pilot and wanna make some friends in the Aviation field or folks from The West. Don't hit on the lady as if she is some piece of meat. Distasteful at best. Phil. Read More
female maid for single ??? Allowed???? by istanbul123
Hello, I am a single male engineer expat here in Riyadh. Does anyone knows if its ok to have female maid coming couple hours a day to clean and cook? I don't live in a compound, living in apartment building in the city. Or is this not allowed ...
I would not employ a male to do my house work, so in KSA I'd prefer do it myself then. This has nothing to do with what the perverted ones in here are thinking but women are better at caring for a home and tend to you if you become ill. Read More
Welcome To Maldives~ by jpow20
Good day all! My girlfriend Julia and I are on our way to Maldives July 15. She is Russian, 27 and I am a Canadian 31. Always looking to meet anyone on the way there or anyone who lives there already!!! Can try and help with information since I've ...
I return the 2nd of August and will be at the Hulehule' hotel for 2 nights. Thinking of going to an Island for picnic the 3rd. Read More
Welcome To Maldives~ by jpow20
Good day all! My girlfriend Julia and I are on our way to Maldives July 15. She is Russian, 27 and I am a Canadian 31. Always looking to meet anyone on the way there or anyone who lives there already!!! Can try and help with information since I've ...
My next trip is Sunday night and stay until early Tuesday morning. Phil Read More
Welcome To Maldives~ by jpow20
Good day all! My girlfriend Julia and I are on our way to Maldives July 15. She is Russian, 27 and I am a Canadian 31. Always looking to meet anyone on the way there or anyone who lives there already!!! Can try and help with information since I've ...
I am a Pilot who frequents the Maldives and get a full day off there, I stay at the Hule Hule Hotel very close to the airport and is looking for groups who take trips to the other Islands to share the cost for a day outing with. Any help is ... Read More
pros and cons of srilanka by lankangirl@heart
Hello there... I am moving to SL myself in July...after alot of thought I have decided that I need a relaxed life in comparison to the hectic life style I have at the moment in UK. I have not lived in SL for over 13 years and I do feel quite ...
I am actually here now to start my contract and looking for a place in Negombo or Colombo, work will be based at the Airport BIA so maybe Negombo would better to live at. Any ideas/suggestions welcomed. Phil Read More
How to make friends in Quebec by expat.com
We have been talking about [url=https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=891]loneliness when you are abroad[/url], let's now talk about how to make friends (locals or expatriates) when you're living in Quebec :top: [b]Which are your best tips ...
Go to a bar where there is dancing or singing and you will make friends. Read More
pros and cons of srilanka by lankangirl@heart
Hello there... I am moving to SL myself in July...after alot of thought I have decided that I need a relaxed life in comparison to the hectic life style I have at the moment in UK. I have not lived in SL for over 13 years and I do feel quite ...
Whats there to do at nights in SL?? Coming in about 6 weeks, well plan to. Read More
if i ask u to name 5 things that make u happy what would u say ? by funny lady
mmmmmmmmmm ..i would say -giving help/hope to someone -being loved -being with cool friends -watching stars in the sky -reading a good book WHAT ABOUT U???? :cool:
You csn be helped with that easily, how about the one in the pic. Read More
if i ask u to name 5 things that make u happy what would u say ? by funny lady
mmmmmmmmmm ..i would say -giving help/hope to someone -being loved -being with cool friends -watching stars in the sky -reading a good book WHAT ABOUT U???? :cool:
1.. Being in my home Country 2.. Having family and friends around 3.. Taking care of my pets 4.. Going for a jog or walk 5.. All people living life in peace. Read More
Going out in Alexandria by Julien
Hi there, Which are your 10 favorite places to go out in Alexandria? Which places would you recommend to newcomers? (restaurants, pubs, discos, theaters, cinemas, concert halls...) Thanks!
You all make me want to visit so badly, I fly into the airport with my company a lot but now I want to stop over and indulge. Read More
if i ask u to name 5 things that make u happy what would u say ? by funny lady
mmmmmmmmmm ..i would say -giving help/hope to someone -being loved -being with cool friends -watching stars in the sky -reading a good book WHAT ABOUT U???? :cool:
Being able to have a glass of wine with my dinner!!!!! Read More
tunisian ladies where r u? by funny lady
i'm a tunisian lady since i came here to the uae i didn't use my tunisian accent looool.. i would like to find friends esp tunisian coz we r very few here replay plz we'll have barsha jaw
Funny Lady I work with a lot of Tunisian but they are guys.. Phil Read More
Presentation of members in Sharjah by expat.com
Welcome on Expat.com! :) Did you recently register on Expat.com? Did you recently arrive in Sharjah? Since how long are you living in Sharjah? [i]Let's get acquainted![/i] What brought you in UAE and more particularly to Sharjah and surroundings? ...
Hello, I'm Phil. My profession brought me to Sharjah as a Contract Pilot for Air Arabia, Contract stipulations has the Company providing accomodations for me resulting in my residence being the Golden Tulip on Corniche Road which has beautiful ... Read More
Sharjah people by joylok
Anyone in sharjah? let's plan for a meet.
I am here now for the past 6 weeks, live by Corniche road close to Al Qasba and looking for friends. Ultra boring here. Phil Read More
Living in Sharjah by expat.com
If you're living or have lived in Sharjah, which tips could you extend to new expats? We namely think of security: should any special precautions be taken (protection systems, areas to be avoided, etc.). Do you have any particular advice regarding ...
wow are you serious, me and my friends go jogging a lot in Sharjah in Shorts and go out in the evening for coffee or dinner in shorts. In short, nobody said anything to us regarding us wearing shorts. Phil Read More
Meeting English speaking people in Morocco by shaann
What can I say? it just aint easy. Where on earth do you find them?
HI I am a Pilot and is looking to take on an assignment in Feb 2011 in Casa. I need help with finding an apartment in an area that has a lot of English speaking Expats, I'm Jamaican and also spend a lot of my time in NYC. Need to learn French I ... Read More