j.echo
Filipino expat in Saudi Arabia
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About me
Filipino
Lives in Jeddah
Speaks English, Filipino
Registration: 21 February 2013
Enough of Princess Noura University by deocome
I just put in my resignation at PNU and I don't care who knows it! I regret these two years that I wasted on all the stress and unappreciation. I think teachers who want to come have a right to know how it is for us. Attendance was what did it ...
attendance every hour? ..... its just part of the grade.... why the hell would you have to waste so much time and effort for that.... my college professor used to give short quizzes every day on the start and at the end of the class,..... the ... Read More
Gyms in Jeddah
there is a Fitness Time in Al Nahda near Maalik Road corner Heraa avenue.... i do not know if they have a ladies section... there is also Gold's gym near Saudi German hospital, a few minutes away there are smaller gyms around the area as well Read More
Diving lessons by Ommar96
Hi all can anyone help ,am looking for someone or place for diving lessons and I want to get padi license
have you tried going to dallah? it is too far from my home, but i am interested also... Read More
Diving lessons by Ommar96
Hi all can anyone help ,am looking for someone or place for diving lessons and I want to get padi license
Ommar96, have you found someone yet? Read More
Diving lessons by Ommar96
Hi all can anyone help ,am looking for someone or place for diving lessons and I want to get padi license
hi!... is your friend connected with any driving school? how much do you think it would cost? thanks. Read More
MERS in Jeddah by arm5263
Hi all, I am in the process of relocating to JEddah from US and this MERS thingie is making me nervous. I have three young kids under the age of 8 joining me. Should I be concerned? The mortality rate of 30% is quite high... How is expat community ...
nice that you were able to smooth things out in the end..... at least before this thread reached 2 pages... :lol: :D so, back to the question, do you let the guy bring his family here? :D Read More
Need a driving coach, i want to learn how to drive a car by j.echo
i know its ridiculous, but I never needed to drive before, did not bother learning, im the only one in the family who can't drive,but now, I live in Jeddah, having a car is a must, or at least get a license.help! hahahha..... i've got zero ...
thanks Ehtesham! now that is nearer to my place, compared to Dallah... and congratulations on your wedding! hope you are enjoying the dreaded first year.... Read More
Need a driving coach, i want to learn how to drive a car by j.echo
i know its ridiculous, but I never needed to drive before, did not bother learning, im the only one in the family who can't drive,but now, I live in Jeddah, having a car is a must, or at least get a license.help! hahahha..... i've got zero ...
Hi Ehtesham, were you on vacation? did not know that there were other choices aside from Dallah..... do you know of other driving schools in Jeddah northern side? near Al Shati or Al Zahraa perhaps? thanks Read More
Which city do you think better to live Jeddah or Dammam ? by onemillion
Which city do you think better to live Jeddah or Dammam ?
Jeddah..... never been to the other cities... :lol: Read More
Personal Loan SABB by my"name"is"raffy
Hi guys! ..i was wondering if i can make a personal Loan from a bank here in Saudi Arabia, my bank account is from SABB. my total package of salary is 6.4K SAR including housing allowance, as i am only a first timer here in saudi. and the salary ...
hey raffy... your salary is within the salary range for the bank loans, but a big factor aside from having your salary account with sabb is if your company has an outstanding mutual agreement with sabb. Salaries and your final exit benefits ... Read More
Suggestion for Expat Blog - Favorite Posts ??
that idea is quite nice actually, just like a youtube video you can always find in your homepage,..... but have you tried the "subscribe" feature of EB.....? Read More
Mrs. Balls Chutney Peach Sauce.......
thanks steve....! and welcome to jeddah!!..... Read More
I need an advice by eanebar
Please give me an advice if i resign and my contract is not yet finish to my previous company in riyadh saudi arabia. the reason is i found a good & new company with a new visa offered for me. is there any problem for coming back again here in ...
before you leave your post, make sure your new company already handed you their offer letter or visa if applicable, and processed everything for your return. about the NOC, i dont think you would be needing it since they took you in already. Read More
Personal lo an hollandi bank for expat by TanongSagot
Hi, i need to apply for a person al loan. Im wondering if other banks can grant me one which doesnt require salary transfer requirement. If you have any suggested banks it will best for me.
if your company doesn't have a contract or agreement of some sort with a bank, most likely they will not approve your loan application............ I tried sending an application to SABB, my salary has been through their bank for 2 years now, and I ... Read More
Mrs. Balls Chutney Peach Sauce.......
I tried this sauce from my south african friend a few years ago, and i liked it. So far, i have only seen this at the Star Grocery in Sultan mall,.... but i don't know what foods to prepare that would match .... any ideas? :/ :whistle: Read More
want to learn about tabuk. got a medical job in tabuk by mmjunior2
Hello. I just got a medical job with the Ministry of Health and was posted to Tabuk. This forum doesn't have Tabuk listed on its destinations, does that mean its not a good place? I'm offered 6,000SAR/month and I'm coming with my family (one kid). ...
are you a doctor? i think that is quite low for a doctor, they usually give a bit higher. Also, will they provide accommodation, transportation and food allowances? if your child is studying already, will they shoulder part of the expenses, since ... Read More
Rent 2 bedroom Hall kitchen in Jeddah Near Al-Madina Al-Munawwara Road
better start contacting agents for real estates offices, i think there are some in the accommodation section of this website.... 15 days is too short to be looking for an apartment..... at least for me... Read More
Which samsung phone is the best to buy?
note II or note 3 .................. S pen is the deciding factor for me... :D i kind of agree with you, its really confusing how they make so many models with the same specs in a short amount of time... Read More
Pregnancy and giving birth in Jeddah by scarletim
Please give me your sincere ideas. We could not give the decision of spending the pregnancy period and giving birth in Jeddah or in home country. We have no idea of the gynecologists, who is best, how can we choose, which hospital, what are their ...
If not possible to give birth at our home country, we would trust IMC, Soliman Fakeeh, maybe UDH also, we have a friend who gave birth there a few months ago, and they did seem happy.... and the husband got to go stay with her all throughout. Read More
Is someone else using your iqama number? by j.echo
Hi guys! always had a bad feeling that somebody else might be using my iqama number for their sim cards. I just think it is unfair and I feel unsecured. Today, I registered online at the STC website, created an account, and found 7 other numbers ...
just for everyone else's information, i also check my ID number now at the e-services moi.gov.sa .......call it paranoia but i do not want to be surprised having traffic violations now, when i do not even own a car... Read More
Organica Farms by stressedmom
Has anyone ever bought organic fruits, vegetables, or lamb from Organica farms??? Looks interesting, but would really like to know the quality of their product before trying them out.
Thanks for posting.... yes, pizza fusion is one of our favorites here, and there is one near my workplace. Next Stop: Shake shack burgers it is..... thanks Dr.Rex Read More
Organica Farms by stressedmom
Has anyone ever bought organic fruits, vegetables, or lamb from Organica farms??? Looks interesting, but would really like to know the quality of their product before trying them out.
that''s great to hear.... i'm jealous already..... :dumbom: :idontagree: it must be really nice to have fresh produce in your kitchen....and organic.... i will wait for their fruit-bearing months! Read More
Organica Farms by stressedmom
Has anyone ever bought organic fruits, vegetables, or lamb from Organica farms??? Looks interesting, but would really like to know the quality of their product before trying them out.
yes, please post it so we can try..... Read More
Organica Farms by stressedmom
Has anyone ever bought organic fruits, vegetables, or lamb from Organica farms??? Looks interesting, but would really like to know the quality of their product before trying them out.
good luck! keep us posted on your new experiment. :top: :whistle: Read More
hello Canada, greetings from Jeddah!
Hi! ..... my wife and I finally agreed on a country to move to... and we feel like moving to Canada after Saudi Arabia. Can someone give me clues as to where in Canada is a potentially good place to start a family? Assessment forms usual first ... Read More
I need Info, pls can anybody help me by bluerose4uonly
Hello Sir, I came to saudi on 5th march 2013 on freelance viza. my prof on iqama is building electrician (kharbai mabani) my iqama will expire on 23 may 2014. my kafil is in red category but CR permit valid est. my kafil is from other city. my ...
dude... its a tricky situation..... i think, if the company wants you,, they should at least initiate your transfer... old company is red... so you should not need their approval to transfer, the green company can take you in without telling the ... Read More
Medical clearance, with PTB history by franciskitx
Hello everyone! I'm confident that you can provide me with accurate answers regarding my query about scar in the lungs. As we all know, if you have scar in the lungs you are not considered fit to work in KSA. Do you have any news or updates if ...
according to what i heard, if your friend undergoes medical exam at a GCC affiliated health clinic, and it shows positive findings, he will be barred for the next 5 years...in all gulf countries, after 5 years, he may re-apply.... let's just hope ... Read More
Organica Farms by stressedmom
Has anyone ever bought organic fruits, vegetables, or lamb from Organica farms??? Looks interesting, but would really like to know the quality of their product before trying them out.
thank you for posting this... but i have no idea as well..... but very interested... checked out their facebook page, but most are in arabic. i'll read more and ask around Read More
Chines Fufang Banlangen Keli Herbal Tea available in Jeddah?
never heard of this.. how special is this tea?? Read More
information required by Nasirsiddique
Dear, I came here in saudi arabia on 20th december 2013. My visa is mechanical engineering visa and but I am not engineer, when I have tried to registered myself on saudi engineering council website I received a rejection and my iqama cannot be ...
that is tough..... i mean you haven't actually been able to settle down yet.... i suggest you to push your HR... if they need you to follow it up everyday.. are you getting paid by the way??? because it is not your fault if you are waiting... you ... Read More
information required by Nasirsiddique
Dear, I came here in saudi arabia on 20th december 2013. My visa is mechanical engineering visa and but I am not engineer, when I have tried to registered myself on saudi engineering council website I received a rejection and my iqama cannot be ...
let us wait for HR GURU on this..... but why would you register at saudi engineering council if you are not an engineer?? definitely you will have problems with iqama because you cannot be registered with SEC. what i know is that all expats in ... Read More
Tipping at restaurants by rookie84
I am still confused on whether I am supposed to tip or not. Some of my friends told me I don't have to tip, but I usually leave 10~20SR on the table depending on the service I get. What really are the standards for tipping in restaurants in KSA? ...
i'd leave tips if there is no service charge added in the bill... i agree with 10% minimum for a decent service... weirdly enough, somewhere i read, that it is considered rude if you give a tip higher than 15%... no matter how satisfied and ... Read More
sleepy people of jeddah, what's up for the weekend??!
:sleep exactly what i did during the weekend..... good catch ahmadaq! :lol: Read More
sleepy people of jeddah, what's up for the weekend??!
sleepy people of jeddah, what's up for the weekend??! :whistle: Read More
GEELY - CAR by Zeesham
Hey, Did any one here experienced GEELY, I had visit the showroom looks nice, checked the parts, which are not expensive at all. Thanks,
the X7 is really nice, emgrand 7 and 8 also look nice.... i have a friend, who has friends with the Geely Panda (the smallest model).... he said, they are happy as well..... i am not sure, but they said, the same makers of Honda or something...... Read More
Nurse Prometric License
if it is the first time that you took that exam, I believe you need a BLS certificate before they can release the SCHS License, or apply for it. Along with your proof of nursing education and nursing experience (with DFA red ribbon). all of it ... Read More
What's up for the Valentine week?? let's start sharing ideas
Dont fret. There are loads of single boys out here :D got that right saQib..... Read More
What's up for the Valentine week?? let's start sharing ideas
The last good restaurant we went to was Monta Rosa, Al Salam District, Sultan Road... How about you guys? where do you plan to take your Valentine dates? :kiss: Read More
unpaid Credit Card going back (expat) by jaxstone09
Good Day Everyone: I exit saudi arabia last year unfortunately i had a credit card balance around (8000SR) which i failed to settle when i left saudi arabia, now i had an interview last week and got hired i am scheduled to go back there. My ...
when you call the bank, surely they could offer you an amnesty program or discount for the interests incurred. You can actually pay down to 50% of the charges just to settle the bill., depends on your negotiation. When you try to call for support, ... Read More
Greetings - Filipinos in Joburg / Pta by hara-jessa
Hello all, I have just registered an account here on behalf of my Filipino wife Jessa who is arriving in South Africa in two weeks time to live here in Johannesburg, with her daughter Alyssa who has just turned 10. Alyssa is going to Grade 4 at ...
Hi Bruce, I don't even know how I got on this page, I was just surfing through posts after posts... anyways, i don't think you should worry about Filipino gatherings so much, your wife and her daughter will surely find their way wherever you ... Read More
Alopecia Areata.
hi! ..... can you give us feedback, what happened next? dermatologist or minoxidil? i feel like i aged 10 years,..within 3 years of staying in jeddah, i could see my scalp now,... i used to have an afro- thick hair... :sosad: Read More
Is someone else using your iqama number? by j.echo
Hi guys! always had a bad feeling that somebody else might be using my iqama number for their sim cards. I just think it is unfair and I feel unsecured. Today, I registered online at the STC website, created an account, and found 7 other numbers ...
yup, thanks mazennas.... i tried contacting STC to report it, but it appears that the only way is to drop by their shops and have them removed.... online tech support is crap.... i really believe that when we give them our ID numbers, they have ... Read More
Is someone else using your iqama number?
Hi guys! always had a bad feeling that somebody else might be using my iqama number for their sim cards. I just think it is unfair and I feel unsecured. Today, I registered online at the STC website, created an account, and found 7 other numbers ... Read More
can you bring your 32" LED TV to the philippines as a luggage?
i think so..... have seen some guys do the same, ask your booking agent to be sure. Read More
do ppl need NOCs these days? by myyams
We are hiring a driver and his kafeel has his passport. Does anyone know if he has to have NOC these days with the extended amnesty that is going on ? Can he just make a new passport and be done with his previous kafeel? He worked for him for 16 ...
good for your friends, ..... I thought the amnesty was over in November?..... I do not know the nationality of your new driver-to be.... but if he is a Filipino, he will need to present his old passport, to get a new one, good luck... Read More
do ppl need NOCs these days? by myyams
We are hiring a driver and his kafeel has his passport. Does anyone know if he has to have NOC these days with the extended amnesty that is going on ? Can he just make a new passport and be done with his previous kafeel? He worked for him for 16 ...
i am not sure, but i was told, that family driver iqamas are non- transferrable...... just make sure that he can transfer sponsorship before paying them..... Read More
it is right that they offer me a 1500 sr? by danski
I am a first timer and my first distanation is jeddah,as a family driver ,it is right that they offer me a 1500 sr?
hi! i have friends working as family drivers, they get something around 1500- 2000 SR, and they are given free time,sometimes they can do other jobs, without their bosses knowing, and get another 1500- 2000 SR... but that depends, having other jobs ... Read More
Philippino Consulate Location by myyams
Hello everyone, Does anyone know where the Phil. Consulate is? We're looking for a local recruiting agent specifically for the Phillippines and we cannot find one on our own. We just have no clue where (a preferably good) one is. So we thought ...
Hi! though i am not really sure if they can help you out, the philippine consulate in jeddah is a few meters from Jarir Mall Tahlia. It is a 2-3 storey building. If you are coming from Ikea, turn right at the corner of Burger King and Jarir Mall. Read More
Belgian master chocolatier just arrived in Jeddah ;-) by erikvdv
Hello people, I just arrived in Jeddah 5 days ago, I hope to meet some people so my life outside of work will be at least a little bit fun too :D So let me introduce myself: I'm Erik, 26 years old and just spent the last year working in London for ...
how's the new place? any news when it will be ready? Read More
Al shatee district by mumay
Hi guys can somebody tells me a place called alshatee is this a compound? is there a residential homes in there ill be working with a family at al shatee district pls tell me all about it :) tnx guys
HI Mumay!.... my workplace is within Al Shate's District, I live across the big road, which is technically another district, Al Zahraa (they say it means the flower) Most of the houses in Al Shate's are big, with high walls and closed windows, you ... Read More
Being single and not starve to death by amm0
I have only been in Saudi Arabia for a couple of weeks. I'm, I believe, happily married at home but single here. Another characteristic of mine is that I love food, good food, good restaurants and good service. I have tried to go to Voila in ...
well, if you like thai food, try the Thai Thai restaurant along sultan road, corner heraa avenue.... it's right beside SABB bank. not as expensive as the ones you have tried, but the food is almost uniquely theirs, and the ambiance is great, ... Read More
Is there any reasonable priced GYM in jeddah? by Fahad51
Hi guys, I anybody can help me finding the cheap priced gym in jeddah?
depends also on where you live in jeddah, :P because ever since they closed the intersections along Maalik Road, traveling has been quite more annoying....but that's a different topic.:lol::lol::lol: Read More
Need of Exit re-enter Visa
that's true, you have to be back a week before your iqama expires... Read More
Getting married in Saudi Arabia by Armand
Hi all, We invite all the ones who got married in Saudi Arabia or who are about to get married in Saudi Arabia to participate in this thread :) What are the formalities to get married in Saudi Arabia? Is it the same for a couple of foreigners ...
i was too excited to reply to your post, didn't realize i already posted the process before, hahaha... :P:P:P:P Read More
Getting married in Saudi Arabia by Armand
Hi all, We invite all the ones who got married in Saudi Arabia or who are about to get married in Saudi Arabia to participate in this thread :) What are the formalities to get married in Saudi Arabia? Is it the same for a couple of foreigners ...
i can only share what you need for the philippine embassy, of course, your marriage is legal if you do it at our embassy,. well, yes, you have to go to the philippine embassy and present your NSO certificate of Singleness / the certificate of no ... Read More
need help..getting tourist visa to travel dubai... by tanny18
good day everyone.. im a new member on this forum and i badly needed your help guys.. i just want to ask you guys if how can i get a tourist visa to dubai..im a filipino working here in saudi arabia and i want to go to dubai once my contract ...
what i suggest my friend is to go back to the philippines and apply for another job based in dubai. if you go there as a tourist and seek for a job, you will still have to go back to Saudi to exit properly, in case you want to come back to ... Read More
Silver Sands Beach by rookie84
Hello fellow expats! I finally brought my wife to Jeddah 3 days ago and we want to spend some time on a western beach when we are free. I heard about Silver Sands a lot but some people told me they only let people with white skin in, but we are both ...
that is terrible! they really know how to make everything suck in this region!.... well, maybe not in all cases..... (don't want to become like them others who discriminate..:lol::D:D:D .... Read More
Need a driving coach, i want to learn how to drive a car by j.echo
i know its ridiculous, but I never needed to drive before, did not bother learning, im the only one in the family who can't drive,but now, I live in Jeddah, having a car is a must, or at least get a license.help! hahahha..... i've got zero ...
thanks rookie84! i know.... patience... patience..... have been investing in patience ever since i got here in Saudi..... hahahaha... Read More
stock market
instructions are on their website, just print and sign the documents, and then send to their office along with other supporting documents, like proof of employment and income, plus a utility bill in your name, because you are not physically present ... Read More
Need a driving coach, i want to learn how to drive a car by j.echo
i know its ridiculous, but I never needed to drive before, did not bother learning, im the only one in the family who can't drive,but now, I live in Jeddah, having a car is a must, or at least get a license.help! hahahha..... i've got zero ...
because they're not here..... and yep, i agree, the roads here have got too much overly- enthusiastic drivers,not really the best scenario for training.... Read More
Need a driving coach, i want to learn how to drive a car
i know its ridiculous, but I never needed to drive before, did not bother learning, im the only one in the family who can't drive,but now, I live in Jeddah, having a car is a must, or at least get a license.help! hahahha..... i've got zero ... Read More
complained by company by james donaldson
Hi, Can any one have a idea. if you leave saudi arabia on final exit later company came to knew you got new job can they complain after final exit to immigration or create any problem if you are coming back with new visa. Regards, James
or maybe you could get an NOC from your old employer, NO OBJECTION CERTIFICATE, i heard that is what they used to do, which companies dont give out anymore... as i heard, from other forum threads, they said, as long as you have a final exit visa on ... Read More
Silver Sands Beach by rookie84
Hello fellow expats! I finally brought my wife to Jeddah 3 days ago and we want to spend some time on a western beach when we are free. I heard about Silver Sands a lot but some people told me they only let people with white skin in, but we are both ...
oh no, if you haven't made concrete plans yet, better hurry because many beach resorts are fully packed during the Eid, you'd probably have to make reservations for your room or villa for the entire week, last year a few beach resorts in Obhur did ... Read More
New MERS virus spreads easily, deadlier than SARS
there is not much attention, coming from the expat side---- it is either it is rarely on the news, or I just can't read arabic newspapers. personally, i just update myself about this virus on the internet, and i haven't seen any drastic move from ... Read More
Desert Safari by ASHRAF BADR
Hi, anyone can provide a defined track for desert safari around Jeddah, you can also join / lead the trip :)
that's great........ i should try that before I go back home! another Bucket List entry!:cool: Read More
Desert Safari by ASHRAF BADR
Hi, anyone can provide a defined track for desert safari around Jeddah, you can also join / lead the trip :)
don't know if they went on the last time, not heard of any trips lately..... are you sure you still want to go there during summer? although, i bet camping overnight would be great, is it safe to go camping overnight in those areas? I mean, ... Read More
looking for affordable distance education,
yeah, they cost more if you are an international student! as if they aren't costly enough already.. :dumbom: i agree with you though, with weighing the value of good education from accredited universities. and i tried computing over and over ... Read More
looking for affordable distance education,
looking for an MBA in Healthcare, or maybe courses on risk management, healthcare quality, infection control courses, ... very few schools offer the MHA. good schools rip you off with their tuition fees, while diploma-mills flood the search ... Read More
annulment
Sorry about that Christine, she was asking if a court order is needed, or does she need to contact the employer, of a lady---- so that this lady stops using the surname of her husband (ex-), because the annulment papers are already served... from ... Read More
annulment
bakit ganun? panong ready ung annulment papers, wala syang copy? ang pagkakaalam ko, any woman, married or not, pwedeng gamitin ang maiden name nya anytime, kahit di na magpunta sa korte. Read More
profession change for a doctor
i am not really an expert on the process, there are some HR guys in this network, but, i think, she should first register as a physician, by papers and by exam and then apply for a license when she transfers her sponsorship, they should have ... Read More
profession change for a doctor
im sorry, but if i understood you correctly, if she is working for a hospital without a license, wouldn't that be malpractice? the first thing she has to do is tell her employer to process her papers, that means all the attestation, and if she has ... Read More
taxi fare from Jeddah airport
around 50SR to 100SR..... these taxis overcharge.... and you actually have no choice because they pay for the privilege to pick up passengers from the airport. Although, i think it is generally safe, and there is this guy, with an ID, who works as ... Read More
hi moving and working in Manila by redwine2
hi i might be moving and living in Manila..... i need some advice , i am currently living in Paris . how is it like being single women expats in manila??.. i appreciate all comments. thanks
its nice to know that you're enjoying in makati,..... not that i doubt it, it's more fun in the philippines! Read More
hi moving and working in Manila by redwine2
hi i might be moving and living in Manila..... i need some advice , i am currently living in Paris . how is it like being single women expats in manila??.. i appreciate all comments. thanks
hey joe!, nice to hear that you like negros..... maybe you know of some other vacant cottages by the beach, my wife and I really want to come home to a sweet home by the beach and near nature, far from the noise of the city where we grew up. Read More
Getting married in Saudi Arabia by Armand
Hi all, We invite all the ones who got married in Saudi Arabia or who are about to get married in Saudi Arabia to participate in this thread :) What are the formalities to get married in Saudi Arabia? Is it the same for a couple of foreigners ...
Yes, go to the embassy and they will give you the details, you just need the proof of your singel-ness in NSO paper, and they have to post your pictures and details for about 10 days before you could set a date of marriage. After the wedding, 1. ... Read More
multi nationality cultural event
not heard of any, but if there is, that would be great... Read More
Best Internet Provider? by dmoney2456
i live in jeddah and i need the best internet provider for gaming?
that is so nice of you, just fixed my mobily broadband last night. Welcome to Expat.com Ahmed! Read More
Guitar Lessons
hi Artem! welcome to Expat-BLog! where do you stay in jeddah? what day and time do you prefer to give guitar lessons? Read More
Mobile Network
i think STC and mobily provide almost the same service in terms of quality..... Read More
Desert Safari by ASHRAF BADR
Hi, anyone can provide a defined track for desert safari around Jeddah, you can also join / lead the trip :)
is there someone organizing another trip? Read More
Searching for something new
Welcome to Expat.com and to JeddaH! what activities do you usually participate in? i see you put in your interests "crazy things, parties, watch movies"---- i doubt if you can do crazy things in Saudi, maybe you can, in the comfort of your own ... Read More
Is it worth it --
oh, I think 2 years is quite a long time.. since you are moving to jeddah, there are tons of malls here, maybe you don't have to bring all the toys... you can get new ones! Read More
Shorts for men by tlpratt
Can a foreigner wear shorts above the knees if he is working outside on construction of a golf course? I will hopefully be moving to Saudi Arabia soon to build and grow-in a new golf course and I'm curious if I can wear western style shorts at work ...
LOL! sorry about that, was thinking in general... Read More
Shorts for men by tlpratt
Can a foreigner wear shorts above the knees if he is working outside on construction of a golf course? I will hopefully be moving to Saudi Arabia soon to build and grow-in a new golf course and I'm curious if I can wear western style shorts at work ...
i had some Irish co workers who were literally escorted out of a mall in Jeddah, just because they were wearing 0.0002 cm above the knee length shorts. they didn't even let the guys get some coffee and doughnuts. Read More
Belly dancing lessons for beginners in Jeddah by lina0574
I've just learned that belly dancing is also a good form of workout. You stay fit and at the same it's fun :). Does anyone knows if there's any lessons offered here in Jeddah? Looking forward to your response. Thanks in advance!
i dont exactly have the link.... but when you go to you tube--- you can type the following 1. hip hop abs- abs sculpt hip hop abs- cardio hip hop abs body tone 2. belly dancing for beginners--- loads of it 3. zumba- basics zumba- buns and ... Read More
Guitar lessons -Jeddah by tarekuaee
Hi allz i am offering a Beginner - intermediate - Pro Guitar lessons in Jeddah classic-folk-electric Sulimaniah - jeddah Tarek
need to get anew guitar, i like this also... Read More
Belly dancing lessons for beginners in Jeddah by lina0574
I've just learned that belly dancing is also a good form of workout. You stay fit and at the same it's fun :). Does anyone knows if there's any lessons offered here in Jeddah? Looking forward to your response. Thanks in advance!
HI!.... if you have good internet connection, you can just download Zumba and Belly Dancing, or watch via youtube. there is also Hip Hop abs and a lot more. they are very easy to follow, my wife and I do it at home..... no need to pay for ... Read More
Where's the best place in Manila to buy a new laptop? by wanderingsalsero
I get the impression that laptops are higher in the Philippines than in other SEA countries. Am I right on that? I'd almost be tempted to fly to another country, e.g. SK, and buy one there but I know that the airfare would result in the net price ...
already tried looking for laptops in Gilmore Area, but the prices are almost the same as what you can find in malls (like SM). at one time, I bought a notebook at SM North which was cheaper by almost a thousand pesos compared to Gilmore, plus ... Read More
Reverse Culture Shock by Guesposter58
Hmm. All last week I was back in the UK (mixing some work, with a short break). The last time I was back there was in November last year, and also the previous August. One thing I noticed this time though was I seemed to be suffering more from ...
wow, this thread has been here for quite a while, fast forward to 2013, there still is the reverse culture shock despite the technology in communication. My wife and I have been in Jeddah for 2 years, and when we go back to Manila, we just dont ... Read More
Best Internet Provider? by dmoney2456
i live in jeddah and i need the best internet provider for gaming?
i heard that Mobily also has an offer of internet service, (wired dsl) at around 500 riyals per month. They say its worth it. Read More
HELP NEEDED - COMPOUNDS IN JEDDAH by kemercan
Hello All; I am very new to this forum. So I would appreciate all kind of help and assistance about finding the right compound. We will come to jeddah with my wife and 1 year old boy. I believe we would be needing 3 BR (1 extra for Maid) + 1 ...
Hi!... first, welcome to jeddah! Second, i am not a reliable source, LOL! but from what I heard from others, Sierra---- if you're referring to Arabian Homes Sierra, you would need at least SAR 100,000++ per year so, with a size of villa that you ... Read More
Book Club, Drama Group, Walking Buddy ... Who's up for it? by SinéadBrownLONDON
Hi there, Im moving to Jeddah in the next few days to work as a teacher and will be living in a Saudi Compound. I know things are a little ummm.. boring! Soo, i would really like to get some clubs up and running? Im open to ideas. Reading, Drama ...
Hi Jen! Saudia City is a big compound. Never been there though, but i guess you can say that it is almost open in that compound. And it is safe for you to walk around. But outside the compound, unless you are accompanied by your trusted friends, I ... Read More
Hello every one
hi! check the classifieds section, maybe there are some people who teach english... in the meantime, i suggest letting him watch english only on tv, also by talking to him in english as much as possible. Even for your newspaper in the morning, ... Read More
Everybody
we walk to the beach during fridays.... if you'd like to join one of these days. Read More