kamiii
Saudi citizen
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About me
Saudi
Lives in Riyadh
Speaks English, Urdu, Arabic, Basic Tagalog and French
Registration: 31 January 2011
Taekwondo Club in Riyadh by Hicham212
Hi everyone, I'm looking for Taekwondo Club here in Riyadh and especially not far at Exit 9. Thanks in advance :)
Hi...do you take children aged 8 and 9 in ur class ? Read More
Searching ROOM 4 Rent in Najid compound or other any WESTERN compound by Deutschland_Pilot
Hello everybody, I am searching a room ASAP in a western compound, preferred in Najid compound because I like that it's very green. It's rather old fashioned and not fancy but for me I don't care, it's solid build and the residents ...
[@Fidgety Soul] Which compound ..can you pls provide some more details Read More
Photo Walk
Any one interested in getting together for a photo walk ? You don't necessarily need to own a camera, you can join in by being the subject as well. For those of who you don't know what it is .. it is a group of enthusiastic photographers..loaded ... Read More
Swimming pool
for urself ? kids ? Intercontinental has a day pas for 80 Riyals where you can use the gym and pool.. in addition to the monthly membership as well. If you take the yearly membership.. you can bring a kid along for one free session once a week, ... Read More
Paying Guest by kamiii
Okie, I am an old member on this forum, some people might still remember me.. I am kinda in a tricky situation and need some urgent help here.. Is any one willing to take me as a paying guest for 2-3 months ? I will be staying just two nights ( ...
lol... he was number one..sent me three different messages... friend request.. created a forum topic just to talk to me.. I have a fan :P BTW.. thank you every one ..specially all those who offered me their place free of charge..along with ... Read More
Paying Guest by kamiii
Okie, I am an old member on this forum, some people might still remember me.. I am kinda in a tricky situation and need some urgent help here.. Is any one willing to take me as a paying guest for 2-3 months ? I will be staying just two nights ( ...
hehe .. they are usually lurkers mostly .. one of them even created a new topic to ask how to send a PM here :P Read More
Paying Guest by kamiii
Okie, I am an old member on this forum, some people might still remember me.. I am kinda in a tricky situation and need some urgent help here.. Is any one willing to take me as a paying guest for 2-3 months ? I will be staying just two nights ( ...
True but it can be pretty funny, too :Djust to share a laugh.. here are a couple of messages i got.. last one is a real charmer "if you are a female, my room is free along with myself" "i don't want money, how else can you pay me" "who will you ... Read More
Paying Guest by kamiii
Okie, I am an old member on this forum, some people might still remember me.. I am kinda in a tricky situation and need some urgent help here.. Is any one willing to take me as a paying guest for 2-3 months ? I will be staying just two nights ( ...
To answer the tens of InBox messages I got .. guys .. please read my profile , i am a 30 yr old MALE !!! Read More
Paying Guest
Okie, I am an old member on this forum, some people might still remember me.. I am kinda in a tricky situation and need some urgent help here.. Is any one willing to take me as a paying guest for 2-3 months ? I will be staying just two nights ( ... Read More
Food Place to Try Out In Riyadh by meetnauman
In Saudia - as you don't have too much to do - so this stuff is one of the most famous activity here. EATING :) Lets Share the Best Food Places in Riyadh...
try zpizza ..its pretty good Read More
New in Jeddah - Any expats to meet up? by marypoppins_76
Hi all, Been in Jeddah for 2 weeks now and whilst I am loving the blue sky and sunshine I am slowly going mad. I am here working and live in a private house and I am finding it impossible to meet other expats. If there is anyone out there please say ...
hey ..welcome to Jeddah Marry .. whereabouts you working and staying ? most of the social scene here is confined to work colleagues and apartment buddies.. unless you are living on a compound or know ppl living there.. Read More
Private Block Party by AJ243
I am thinking of hosting a small block party in few weeks. Time out to drink up and kick back and dance like there is no tomorrow. Cheers,
is this going 2 end up just like any other event started on this blog? someone tells us about this party or gathering and it all sounds great and everyone would wanna join but nothing ever happens?when was the last time you were in Riyadh ? :P Read More
18th Oct by Warbies
Hi everyone I have my arrival date for KSA is the 18th, i will confirm which compound i will be at as soon as i know. I will be working for a company called Almarai and was wondering if anyone on this site either works or know someone who works for ...
warbies, al marai has multiple locations across Riyadh,a corporate office, a plant and a dairy farm outside riyadh ( Al Kharj )which one will you posted in ? Read More
Recommendations for housing?
2 bed room apartments are usually in the range of 120+ in a western compound, unless you wanna go for a a compound with lesseer on site facilities. Read More
Ethnic Foods
dont know about korean, but you can easily find filipino n thai food stuff. if u know rowdah, i can give the location of a few shops Read More
How long it takes for family visa?
issuing a family visa is a one day task.. there is one form that needs to be filled out, consult your government relations officer for that, pay 2000 SR fees in a bank, get a salary certificate from the company, get it attested from the chamber of ... Read More
Coffee next week by slyshooter
Been a long time since we have met, or the new guyz if they want to meet. why don't we meet for a coffee next week at Tahlia, please raise your hand if you are up for it. It can be Monday or Tuesday, and will go with majority.
lets go for bowling !! :D Read More
Sheesha, argheela, hublibublie, hooka???? by borntobemild
Ok so I'm looking for a good place for sheesha. No I don't wanna go to those shady places in aziziya. Somebody told me there was some place in some compound, but do you need to know somebody in the compound before you can be let inside??? Is that ...
RG do you actually do any work?? you seem to spend all your time on this site trying to answer everyones questions........ You must have a very boring job:one 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 ...
I can teach Jazz drums if anyone is interested, if it can be arranged at the music center. Not sure where the Taala Compound is located. Map will be helpfulits right opposite the the Granada Mall, facing the Paris Gallery gate Read More
2 questions.... by LJanetR
What did you bring from home that you did not need? What item did you forget/didnt think to bring that you wished you had? Going to live in a foreign country with 25kg of luggage to pack is freaking me out.
get a courier company to ship your luggage.. there is no way you can pack everything on the in the 25 Kg allowance... about the bedding.. depending on what you are looking for, you can find almost anything there.. feathered, goose, duck :P Read More
Help with Samsung Galaxy S
Hi All, I was trying to upgrade the OS on my Samsung S, but ended up sumhow screwing it.I am not sure if I bricked I or sumthing. The screen just displays a phone icon and a computer icon with a broken line between them .. Any ideas ? tips ? ... Read More
Great News for Computer and electronics seekers by Xtrem
this is not an advertisement , this is just a new found , if u look more u can find another . this website tigerdirect.com ships to Ksa but only thought wire transfer payements ,here's what they said: "Dear Valued Customer: Thank you for your ...
yepsh .. excellent company .. been using this for almost 2 years now.. I used to order all stuff for our company from there, and still have the B2B accounts which offers 10% discount on regular retail price.. let me know if need anything from there ... Read More
Restrictions - Non-Muslims - Living with girlfriend by Costusmorum99
I have been offered employment with a Multi National Company which is located in Jubail. I am expected to commence employment in October 2011. For starters, I am not a Muslim. I have a girlfriend who lives in Hong Kong but frequently stays with me ...
costusmorum99.. or just get a married certificate.. you just need documentary proof that you are married.. Read More
Part Time Work from Home Opportunity... by kamiii
Before the mods decide to move this to the classified, let me clarify I am tying to initiate an interactive session to help ppl find online part time jobs, rather than actually offering a job here. I have been contacted by people before as well, ...
Julien : not worth so much effort.. I mean if I want to delete a comment on my post..I should be the judge of the appropriateness of it.. anyways . I was just stating what I wanted.. consider it a rant and pass on Read More
Part Time Work from Home Opportunity... by kamiii
Before the mods decide to move this to the classified, let me clarify I am tying to initiate an interactive session to help ppl find online part time jobs, rather than actually offering a job here. I have been contacted by people before as well, ...
sigh.. i soooo wish mods would put in a feature for the author of the topic to delete irrelevant posts on his topic Read More
Part Time Work from Home Opportunity... by kamiii
Before the mods decide to move this to the classified, let me clarify I am tying to initiate an interactive session to help ppl find online part time jobs, rather than actually offering a job here. I have been contacted by people before as well, ...
@ Saqib.. sumbody fired a rocket into your ass ? @ ♥ ♣ ♫ ☀ : you are not attending a paid seminar with fancy speakers and certificates. If you are interested in that .. then you should go look some place else. this is just a ... Read More
Part Time Work from Home Opportunity... by kamiii
Before the mods decide to move this to the classified, let me clarify I am tying to initiate an interactive session to help ppl find online part time jobs, rather than actually offering a job here. I have been contacted by people before as well, ...
sorry guys I will have to postpone it to next week as I am flying out of Riyadh for the weekend. Lets do this Sunday .. or you guys decide a time in the evening which is convenient to the majority and we can take it from there.. Read More
Part Time Work from Home Opportunity... by kamiii
Before the mods decide to move this to the classified, let me clarify I am tying to initiate an interactive session to help ppl find online part time jobs, rather than actually offering a job here. I have been contacted by people before as well, ...
lol @ I ought to .. u r funny.. you know that ? Read More
Part Time Work from Home Opportunity... by kamiii
Before the mods decide to move this to the classified, let me clarify I am tying to initiate an interactive session to help ppl find online part time jobs, rather than actually offering a job here. I have been contacted by people before as well, ...
as if I care :P Read More
Part Time Work from Home Opportunity... by kamiii
Before the mods decide to move this to the classified, let me clarify I am tying to initiate an interactive session to help ppl find online part time jobs, rather than actually offering a job here. I have been contacted by people before as well, ...
is that my fault ? :P anyways .. lets just leave it .. this is not the time or the place for such discussions.. Read More
Part Time Work from Home Opportunity... by kamiii
Before the mods decide to move this to the classified, let me clarify I am tying to initiate an interactive session to help ppl find online part time jobs, rather than actually offering a job here. I have been contacted by people before as well, ...
wat about you ? judging from the pattern of you not attending my calls... I'd rather,,, umm ,, errr.. ( I wanna say sumthing mean here.. but too sleepy to actually think of anything... to be continued ) Read More
Visa processing assistance
you are most welcome. I am not sure I understand the bit about the consular at jeddah ? He has to submit his application at the governmetn office they will issue a visa letter, which has to be notarized from the ministry of foreign affairs ( takes ... Read More
Visa processing assistance
Family visa has to be applied in person. You just have to gather all the required documents ( 2000 sr fees, marriage certificate translated and attested by the saudi cultural attache in the home country,bachelors degree of the husband, translated ... Read More
Part Time Work from Home Opportunity... by kamiii
Before the mods decide to move this to the classified, let me clarify I am tying to initiate an interactive session to help ppl find online part time jobs, rather than actually offering a job here. I have been contacted by people before as well, ...
shahab.ali : anything for your mate ;) you are a VIP afterall .. Read More
riyadh by taff57
Hi, Im new to this blog. At the moment we are still in the UK, awaiting visa's to travel over for a visit, with the prospect of my husband accepting employment offer in Riyadh. This may sound like a silly question. Would like to know how much cash ...
taff57.. where has your adventures finally brought you .. jeddah? riyadh ? come here already .. we are waiting for a welcome party :P either city is fine with me.. i juggle between them over the weekends.. hehe Read More
Question Of The Day by Maya Maya
hey everyone ;;) hope yall doin great
Maya Maya .. so its official .. you are coming at 8/830 to my compound on Friday ? we will have lunch there as well.. who else is up for it ?!?who are we kidding :( no one is gonna wake up that early on the weekend :(( is it far away from the ... Read More
Part Time Work from Home Opportunity... by kamiii
Before the mods decide to move this to the classified, let me clarify I am tying to initiate an interactive session to help ppl find online part time jobs, rather than actually offering a job here. I have been contacted by people before as well, ...
OP edited, adjusted times to accommodate wider audience Read More
women driving in Saudi!????????????? by rcknrobn6
Have you heard the news about a major defiance open to ANY and ALL women who want to drive in The Kingdom? This is going to take place on June 17 all over KSA. There is a Facebook page called "I will drive starting June 17." Check it out there or ...
Pop Quiz.. Maths questions .. 1) A 350 KG car travelling at 20 km/h crashed from behind into a stationary wagon weighing at 500 KG. Wat is the probability the car was driven by a woman ? Read More
Question Of The Day by Maya Maya
hey everyone ;;) hope yall doin great
Maya Maya .. so its official .. you are coming at 8/830 to my compound on Friday ? we will have lunch there as well.. who else is up for it ?!? Read More
women driving in Saudi!????????????? by rcknrobn6
Have you heard the news about a major defiance open to ANY and ALL women who want to drive in The Kingdom? This is going to take place on June 17 all over KSA. There is a Facebook page called "I will drive starting June 17." Check it out there or ...
true dat !!! I have seen people going in opposite direction on the highway to avoid waiting at a signal .. Read More
Pregnant and moving to Riyadh - difficult to get parents visas? by khug
Hi, My first post on this site. My husband has accepted a job in Riyadh and is moving there next week. I will be following about three months later when my visa is sorted. I have done loads of research and think we are as prepared as we can be! ...
hi khug.. welcome to the forum.. congrats on the pregnancy, hope everything goes all right for you ! to answer your conerns. 1) Family Visa processing takes a max of 2-3 weeks. depending on how fast the company processes the iqama.. 2) Spouse ... Read More
Part Time Work from Home Opportunity... by kamiii
Before the mods decide to move this to the classified, let me clarify I am tying to initiate an interactive session to help ppl find online part time jobs, rather than actually offering a job here. I have been contacted by people before as well, ...
Actually there is loads of info available online.. but I am just trying to make it easier for ppl by pushing them in the right direction to start off with. If not Tuesday, you are most welcome to come by any other time as well.. Lets see how many ... Read More
Question Of The Day by Maya Maya
hey everyone ;;) hope yall doin great
yeah shops do close during the prayer break.. and everything opens after 4 on friday .. you are most welcome to hang out in my compound. we will invite all the others as well :) Read More
Part Time Work from Home Opportunity...
Before the mods decide to move this to the classified, let me clarify I am tying to initiate an interactive session to help ppl find online part time jobs, rather than actually offering a job here. I have been contacted by people before as well, ... Read More
TV Channels by musicman
In response to redgems inquiry on another thread I mut say that my experience tells me that SHOWTIME is the best service provider for American Music, TV, Soaps, Documentaries, Educational and News Channels. I am a subscriber to SHOWBOX on Showtime ...
dreambox, hummer2 or any other internet operated STBs are a good option if you are not a TV fanatic. Although it is a cheap alternative to the regular subscriber service, but do keep in mind expected downtime, which I have experienced to last ... Read More
Question Of The Day by Maya Maya
hey everyone ;;) hope yall doin great
Maya Maya .. the friday as in tomorrow or the one after that ? i am not in Riyadh this friday :( and I guess it will be a bit difficult to spot you in a black abaya in Kingdom Tower.. its a huge mall after all .. Read More
jeans in dammam/khobar by budz arnel
hi to all, just wanna ask if where can i buy original levis jeans and shirts here in dammam and khobar? thanks...
check out the sawani showroom in any of the malls Read More
Compound in Riyadh by joaquinix
Hello! I´m from Spain. I´m going to Saudi Arabia I will be in Riyah in one month. I´m going to develop a sport project for 7 months. I need help :). I´m looking for a compound in Riyahd. There are a lot, but I don´t know which is the best or ...
HI Hassania, the problem of all these compound the waiting list, if you go and ask the answer will be no availability and put ur name in the waiting list, but thanks for your replygenerally the wait list can be bypassed.. if you have a European or ... Read More
June 17th? by rcknrobn6
Will you ladies be taking part in June 17's "Women of Saudi just DRIVE" day? What do you think will happen?
Guys.. regardless of the fact whether it is necessity, need or a luxury, we should realize and respect the local culture. This is not our debate whether women should drive in saudia or not. It is the local customs and traditions , and it is for them ... Read More
Red Bull Drag Racing Event.. by kamiii
who's coming ?
Just seen the web site says it starts at 8.30 pm. Slyshooter - you must be attending the pre event hospitality at 5! Enjoy the champagne and dancing girls... :P Cheerslollllll Read More
Question Of The Day by Maya Maya
hey everyone ;;) hope yall doin great
/me offers Maya Maya a place to stay .. Read More
Question Of The Day by Maya Maya
hey everyone ;;) hope yall doin great
cuz those are typical LAME questions i wanna get to know u guys deeper than that :PA man is only deeper as his grave or his pockets.. ( wise words by an unknown writer ) anyways .. my question is .. who's free and available this weekend ? Read More
June 17th? by rcknrobn6
Will you ladies be taking part in June 17's "Women of Saudi just DRIVE" day? What do you think will happen?
Really? You think people will be deported? What about the Saudi women? They can't be deported. That facebook page sure has a lot of supporters intending to go out that day. This has to start somewhere! With all the uprisings in the area, NOW ... Read More
What can I do? by Travelling Shoes
Hello All, I have been in Riyadh about a week now with nothing to do. What is there that I can do besides shopping and eating at restaurants?
well there is lots to do in riyadh ..you just need the right company to enjoy .. there are theme parks, parties, events of a wide variety, and yes.. there is the desert if you fancy that.. if all else fails.. there is always an open invitation to ... Read More
TV serial Marathon by kamiii
Hi .. I am a huge fan of TV Serials ( everything except soap opera and romantic series ), but I cannot watch on episode and then wait an entire week for the next episode. So what I usually do is wait for the entire season to finish .. ...
cyrus.. awesome .. my place or yours .. okie that didn't come out right :P whereabouts you living at ? lets see.. up till now its just you and me Read More
TV serial Marathon by kamiii
Hi .. I am a huge fan of TV Serials ( everything except soap opera and romantic series ), but I cannot watch on episode and then wait an entire week for the next episode. So what I usually do is wait for the entire season to finish .. ...
How I Met your Mother marathon planned for this weekend ( ANY time from wednesday 6 in the evening till friday midnight ) I am planning on watching season 4 and onward, but can start from episode one even .. if sumbody is interested. Read More
Open for All Invitation for umm.. anything ? by kamiii
dayem you Riyadh for driving me insanely crazy once again .. I get off work at 5, am home by 6. I sleep around 12. From 6-12 .. I have absolutely nuthing to do .. except smoke, make tea ,drink tea, smoke and repeat...so basically this is an open ...
after a very successful sheesha night.. ( special thanks to nonz and sly for being present in spirit ), we will be having another sheesha and *party* on coming wednesday/thursday evening . for the theme of the party.. please check out ... Read More
Riyadh, you weren't this boring before! :( by eyeSha
Hello All! I'm Aisha! I'm not new in Riyadh, spent some good seven years here before I moved to Pakistan for higher studies. I've been visiting the kingdom regularly for the past 3 years to get my iqama re-stamped each time, and I never had any ...
Hello eyeSha, Welcome to the blog. You can't blame the city , its actually the lack of friends that's creating boredom. e.g. we are a good bunch of friends and have lots of gatherings, activities almost on daily basis. unfortunately girls are not ... Read More
I'm new! by loydy
Hello everybody! I'm new in Riyadh, well I got here less than 2 weeks ago. Does anybody know of any events this weekend? I'm feeling a bit lonely as I don't live in a compound or know anybody. Any help would be appreciated.
Thanks Kamiii, I'm more interested in building up a good group of friends and going to compounds for drinks or embassy parties. I like the desert too.Drinks eh? you mean pepsi? barbican? power horse? :P :dumbom:Actually I prefer lemonade...:one Read More
TV serial Marathon
Hi .. I am a huge fan of TV Serials ( everything except soap opera and romantic series ), but I cannot watch on episode and then wait an entire week for the next episode. So what I usually do is wait for the entire season to finish .. ... Read More
I'm new! by loydy
Hello everybody! I'm new in Riyadh, well I got here less than 2 weeks ago. Does anybody know of any events this weekend? I'm feeling a bit lonely as I don't live in a compound or know anybody. Any help would be appreciated.
hehe tats more like it .. well the desert part and the watching TV can be sorted out very easily.. the other part will need some ground work .. although thats not impossible as well :P there are regular events in the desert .. advertised here as ... Read More
I'm new! by loydy
Hello everybody! I'm new in Riyadh, well I got here less than 2 weeks ago. Does anybody know of any events this weekend? I'm feeling a bit lonely as I don't live in a compound or know anybody. Any help would be appreciated.
hushhhh .. you don't wanna say things like that in public.. :P Read More
How To Become Successful Man by syfaheem
Dear All Please tell what are the point to Become Successful Man Regards Faheem
so by that logic.. he should go look for a successful woman .. hehe where is nonz when you need her :P Read More
visa issue by sanatasneem
as i previously asked for the samething about the family visa issue,as my fionce got all the legal papers stamp,so what will be the time period that will take for my visa to issue after providing the marriage certificate,as they creat lot of problem ...
@Sparrow .. i think this IS the wife you are talking about :P actually as per the employee registration .. a Saudi Woman counts equivalent to Two Saudi Guys in the labor office registration . Hence companies prefer hiring local woman to satisfy the ... Read More
I'm new! by loydy
Hello everybody! I'm new in Riyadh, well I got here less than 2 weeks ago. Does anybody know of any events this weekend? I'm feeling a bit lonely as I don't live in a compound or know anybody. Any help would be appreciated.
hey loydy .. welcome to riyadh and the blog.. there is a musical concert in the DQ, its an indian/pakistani band.. don't think you would fancy that .. other than that .. there are alot of cultural and various events taking place throughout.. what ... Read More
Question Of The Day by Maya Maya
hey everyone ;;) hope yall doin great
hey maya .. maybe an off topic question ..but you were planning on coming to riyadh .. whatever happened to that ? we never got to meet you !!! so my question for the day is is. when are you coming to Riyadh :P Read More
Places to visit at the weekend by naazg
Hello Members, Its really nice to be a part of this community. I am living in Riyadh. I would like to know what are the good places to visit at the weekend with family. Thanks, Naaz
i hope so to.. the last time I went.. there was still only two counters operations.. and it took me more than an hour and a half to get thorough .. I've heard they have opened up a total of 12 counters now.. so it shud be better now.. otherwise ... Read More
visa issue by sanatasneem
as i previously asked for the samething about the family visa issue,as my fionce got all the legal papers stamp,so what will be the time period that will take for my visa to issue after providing the marriage certificate,as they creat lot of problem ...
women can work in health care/ education .. and in offices as well.. but i guess they prefer locals in offices. unless it s secretarial or administrative job for the visa 1) you need to submit a valid marriage certificate, translated into arabic.. ... Read More
Places to visit at the weekend by naazg
Hello Members, Its really nice to be a part of this community. I am living in Riyadh. I would like to know what are the good places to visit at the weekend with family. Thanks, Naaz
4 hours to reach the causeway .. and another 2 hrs to cross the immigration if you are going on a weekend.. Read More
Open for All Invitation for umm.. anything ? by kamiii
dayem you Riyadh for driving me insanely crazy once again .. I get off work at 5, am home by 6. I sleep around 12. From 6-12 .. I have absolutely nuthing to do .. except smoke, make tea ,drink tea, smoke and repeat...so basically this is an open ...
Hehe..the most frequent response i have gotten is from guys..asking if they can bring their Gf for a date..so currently restricted to active members/ppl i know already.. Nonz dropped by a couple of times..still waiting for sly :p couple of new ppl ... Read More
Lets share some interesting Idioms,phrases or proverbs(No quotes) by Fidgety Soul
Being on English forum i guess it could be valuable for many expats who may not enough knowledge of English & if can share some interesting Idioms,phrases or proverbs.We can also interpret the meanings in our own languages(if required) I simply ...
Life is not measured by the number of breaths you take... but by the number of moments that take your breath away !!! Read More
Lets share some interesting Idioms,phrases or proverbs(No quotes) by Fidgety Soul
Being on English forum i guess it could be valuable for many expats who may not enough knowledge of English & if can share some interesting Idioms,phrases or proverbs.We can also interpret the meanings in our own languages(if required) I simply ...
Parallel lines have got so much in common. It's a shame they'll never meet Read More
Open for All Invitation for umm.. anything ?
dayem you Riyadh for driving me insanely crazy once again .. I get off work at 5, am home by 6. I sleep around 12. From 6-12 .. I have absolutely nuthing to do .. except smoke, make tea ,drink tea, smoke and repeat...so basically this is an open ... Read More
Can my son come too please...? by 1967tazz
I have a job to start in September, the school has now offered a post to my wife also 2 children to take along, the school say no problem for my 15 yr old daughter, but many problems in getting permission for my near 17 yr old son, to come and start ...
well i lived till 21 on the student iqama.. dunno whether the rules have changed now or not.. its just every time during renewal .. I presented an enrollment letter proving my student status. I have friends who are in their 30s and still haven't ... Read More
How to get yourself busy in Riyadh. by arabianprince
How to get yourself busy in Riyadh.
lolll @ Julien .. arabianprince , for starter,, reposting on your post is not a good way to keep urself busy .. other than that .. depends on what sort of activities you have in mind .. there is loads to do in Riyadh.. shopping, sports, eating, ... Read More
Riyadh events 2011 by Julien
Hi, I just closed the Riyadh events 2010 thread and opened a new one for 2011 :)
hey .. who is coming to the to the Strings Event ? if any one needs a ride.. PM me .. I am looking for some company :D Read More
Meeting for coffee by Monstar
Hi to all that contacted me, sorry that I have not been intouch but I went back to the UK for a holiday. I am off to Dubai this week, but if anyone would like to meet up after that just let me know, Mick :-)
i wish you were that eager to have coffee with me :( Read More
New in Khobar! by angenkhobar
Hello all, I am 24 y/o teacher from the U.S. and have just moved to Khobar, looking for friends and advice for getting around and trying new things/meeting people! Please do drop a line :) Thank you, Ange
RG.. i am planning a trip to Khobar over the weekend.. ( still tentative though ) .. what do you say to dinner at half moon ? Read More
Lets share some interesting Idioms,phrases or proverbs(No quotes) by Fidgety Soul
Being on English forum i guess it could be valuable for many expats who may not enough knowledge of English & if can share some interesting Idioms,phrases or proverbs.We can also interpret the meanings in our own languages(if required) I simply ...
I here by Lemon law you !!! ( Barney Stinson ) Read More
Turkish girl in Riyadh. by serife
Dear all,i am coming to Saudi Arabia next week and will be staying 5-6 months in Riyadh and Al Khobar.I am working for an international magazine and will be doing a project for KSA.I have lots of questions and i would be happy if you can help me ...
is the marriot apartment tower open already ? Read More
Get to gether area in Riyadh by naazg
Hello Friends, My uncle is looking for a place for get to gather. Someone recommended BlueFlame and we visited and its gud but its fully booked. I am looking at this coming Thursday or next of it. What i am looking is the istaraha with catering ...
btw.. do we get an invite :D Read More
searching for a compound 2 by expatmama
We need a good expat compound in Sulaimania or Al Olaya area. If you know about any or you have tels of compound managers, please, let me know. Thanks in advance
expatmama ..check out expatrealty.com ..they have a few compounds in sulaimaniah Read More
compound in Riyadh (in sulmania) 7 villas
is there a pool/gym onsite ? Read More
Lets share some interesting Idioms,phrases or proverbs(No quotes) by Fidgety Soul
Being on English forum i guess it could be valuable for many expats who may not enough knowledge of English & if can share some interesting Idioms,phrases or proverbs.We can also interpret the meanings in our own languages(if required) I simply ...
I believe in second chances.. I just don't think people deserve them ( Zai Maiquiling ) Read More
The Captain is in riyadh by Captain Jaw Breaker
Hi all, New to site, new to Riyadh, Seems like theres a relaxed crowd here on the forum, been reading the blogs before coming here some were informative and helps tap into others experince, especially the ones by Allie cat and music man. just ...
this forum goes very high .. then the posts start getting moderated coz of them being off topic .. lets see what becomes of this .. Welcome to Riyadh and the blog though :) throw a party or something .. invite some ppl over.. Read More
Taxis and Limo Services by onlyfornow
I'm a male American and I'll be in Riyadh for a month and a half starting in a couple weeks and I have a question about getting around the city. I will need to make a lot of short trips to different local sites for work, and I'd like to be able to ...
Al Faisaliah is a mess to get a taxi .. ppl generally over charge from there.. coz of the mall and everything .. I agree with saudiUK .. find a good one.. stick with him .. if you need.. drop me a PM .. and I will give the number of the guy I use.. ... Read More
South Africans ? ? ? ? ? by Infinity01
Hi there Ive been in Riyadh for about 6 weeks now. Sharing a 2 bedroom apartment for a fellow South African lady. She is 65 years old. I am 34. We do not stay in a compound so we find it rather dificult to get in touch with fellow expats. We would ...
Infinity01.. check your PM.. and 65 !?! i thought the retirement age in saudi was 60 Read More
Syahya Olaya by MoAli79
Has anyone ever stayed here and have any information? My company will be having me stay here a month in July and the hotel website is only in arabic.
MoAli79.. I have stayed in Syahya quite frequently .. since it is right next to my office . It is basically in the same complex housing the Faisaliah Mall and the Tower. The rooms are quite good and maintained.. normal room has afull bathroom plus ... Read More
Meeting for coffee by Monstar
Hi to all that contacted me, sorry that I have not been intouch but I went back to the UK for a holiday. I am off to Dubai this week, but if anyone would like to meet up after that just let me know, Mick :-)
nonz ... sly and sparrow go off topic ? this coming from the queen of Off Topic posts.. Read More
Question Of The Day by Maya Maya
hey everyone ;;) hope yall doin great
@ sly.. SUN ??!?! huh ... and Maya you shud have kept a fews questions for the next round !!! Read More
Get to gether area in Riyadh by naazg
Hello Friends, My uncle is looking for a place for get to gather. Someone recommended BlueFlame and we visited and its gud but its fully booked. I am looking at this coming Thursday or next of it. What i am looking is the istaraha with catering ...
naazg you can go renting out an isteraha separately .. then getting some outside catering . from marhaba or sumplace... Read More
A very Urgent Day Care service Required.Within 12 hours i guess by Fidgety Soul
My Friend is really in trouble and i have assured her to do something for her.I am pasting her message as it is [b][color=#F20C2C]URGENTLY HELP: I was asked to start my new job TODAY...so i have nooo place to leave my baby girl Jaida who is 2.5 ...
the day care at IKEA ... :D:rolleyes: nowhy not :blink: Read More
A very Urgent Day Care service Required.Within 12 hours i guess by Fidgety Soul
My Friend is really in trouble and i have assured her to do something for her.I am pasting her message as it is [b][color=#F20C2C]URGENTLY HELP: I was asked to start my new job TODAY...so i have nooo place to leave my baby girl Jaida who is 2.5 ...
the day care at IKEA ... :D Read More
Riyadh to UAE by Road by kamiii
Hi.. Any one been to UAE ( sharjah ) recently from Riyadh by road ? Any info such as distance duration, road condition, best time to travel would be much appreciated. Thanks
wow !!! AWESOME stuff.. thanks a lot .. Read More
Turkish girl in Riyadh. by serife
Dear all,i am coming to Saudi Arabia next week and will be staying 5-6 months in Riyadh and Al Khobar.I am working for an international magazine and will be doing a project for KSA.I have lots of questions and i would be happy if you can help me ...
sorry this is for one bedroom.. you will have to check out the rate for the 3 bedroom one Read More
Turkish girl in Riyadh. by serife
Dear all,i am coming to Saudi Arabia next week and will be staying 5-6 months in Riyadh and Al Khobar.I am working for an international magazine and will be doing a project for KSA.I have lots of questions and i would be happy if you can help me ...
serife .. there is Sehaya ( right next to Fasialiah Mall), Boudl ( Opposite faisaliah Mall ) which offer serviced furnished apartment on monthly basis ( 4500 ~ 6000 per month ) Read More
Good places to eat in Riyadh by uglybetty
Hi all, Just wanted to mention, we have recently been and eaten at the four seasons hotel in kingdom centre. We ate at the grill and had the BBQ and I tell you it was AWESOME!! It was quite expensive but then again, since there is not much to do ...
musicman .. shamesi's Chappli kebabs are a must !!! Read More
Turkish girl in Riyadh. by serife
Dear all,i am coming to Saudi Arabia next week and will be staying 5-6 months in Riyadh and Al Khobar.I am working for an international magazine and will be doing a project for KSA.I have lots of questions and i would be happy if you can help me ...
serife .. check your PM for contact details of a compound manager.. they have 3 bedroom units in gated compounds in sulaimania and olaya Riyadh ... and NONZ !!! before you get all worked up .. I have PM-ed you as well :P Read More
Riyadh to UAE by Road
Hi.. Any one been to UAE ( sharjah ) recently from Riyadh by road ? Any info such as distance duration, road condition, best time to travel would be much appreciated. Thanks Read More