kuwait411
American expat in Kuwait
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American
Lives in Kuwait
Speaks Arabic, English of course
Registration: 01 February 2010
I'm looking forward to make some friends here by Udi
I'm new to Kuwait been here for 5 months. I'm looking forward to make some friends here...I really feel very alone and don't know how to meet ppl here.
Internations, expatsgroup.com are a couple that come to mind Read More
How to get job in kuwait. by Citadel28
Will it take 2 months to 3 months to get a job in kuwait?
If anyone is looking for employment there are sites like bayt.com and overseasjobs and it is not easy to just land in Kuwait and expect to find employment. Read More
Friend Required by batout
Hello there. My name is IBTI. I signed in Expat.com to make new friends and share our experiences while living in kuwait.
I wouldn't recommend anyone giving out their personal information unless you really know the person as there are a lot of trolls on the internet looking for information. This blog includes a lot of information on various topics and others will ... Read More
I'm looking forward to make some friends here by Udi
I'm new to Kuwait been here for 5 months. I'm looking forward to make some friends here...I really feel very alone and don't know how to meet ppl here.
There are more groups on FB to join and they have outings and gatherings. Most people meet others in the work place as it is hard to just go out and start up conversations with random people. Read More
Got an Offer From Kuwait...Queries for Salary & Cost of Living by Guestposter984
Hi Everyone, I am Vikas samota from Delhi , India with 5 Years of work experience Here in Retail Operations. Since i Can See a lot of Info on this Blog so i am also hopefull of Getting answers for My queries. I Got an Offer from a retail ...
It depends on if your package is all inclusive or not. Does your company provide housing and transportation? Read More
New to the forum and Kuwait
Welcome to Kuwait, it will definitely be a new experience for you. Read More
Moving to Kuwait...please help! by Kate433
Hi, I was hoping someone could help me with the following questions. My husband has a good job offer to work in Kuwait starting this October. The family will follow as and when schooling, accommodation etc is sorted out. We currently live in ...
Here are a few things from my point of view: There are things to do here but during the summer almost everyone stays indoors as the temp reaches 50c plus and with humidity it can be awful. Winter time you can go to the parks, museums and desert. ... Read More
Uni Job - 1800 kd/month by theDoc
Morning guys, I have been offered a Lecturer position in Kuwait with a salary of 1800 kd/month plus 250kd for accommodation. Will be moving there ALONE with my family staying in Australia. The point is to save money in the next couple of years to ...
Rental costs depends on which area you will be working in. You will definitely be able to save at least 1000KD or more each month. Once you get here you will get into the routine of things and find out more ways to save money when shopping, dining ... Read More
Dentists in Kuwait by dalegsxr
Hi I have been living in Kuwait for the last four months and I am struggling to find a dentist that I can trust. Being from Australia I am used to a high level of care and service, can any one please suggest a GOOD dentist as I desperately need to ...
International Clinic in Salmiya, Dr. Fadi Syriani Great guy, my kids love him which says a lot. Read More
Inclusive education by ak299
Hi All, I am going to Kuwait to teach this August and have found out my school doesn't have an SEN department. Is this common? Coming from Engliand, it wasn't even a question I asked at interview because I assumed everyone would have an ...
If the kids don't 'look or act' like they have disabilities then they are indeed enrolled in normal schools but are then labeled the 'slow' kids or the ones with behavior problems. There is Dasman as stated and they do deal with ... Read More
Female friends? by live4now
I've been here 2 months now bored out of my mind. Finally joined this blog to meet new people and enjoy my time here. If you're a female and want to hang out, shopping, spa day, scuba diving, whatever! Let me know :)
Welcome to Kuwait, there are a lot of things to do but this time of the year is difficult hence the heat, Ramadan and the dusty weather but Ramadan will be completed within 9 days and then you can go out and visit the various museums and places ... Read More
Baking Needs...
FAMECO is too expensive, SaveCo has a huge area of baking items. You can find them in IG and they are in Shuwaikh off 4th ring. Read More
Please help! I am an American woman wanting to marry a Kuwaiti man by lovinghimQ8
Hello, I an an American woman. I met a Kuwaiti man who is here in USA for school. We have spent the last 2 years together. He told me he wanted to marry me a long time ago but he was afraid of what his mother would say. About a year ago she ...
Wow! You are living in a fairy tale so it doesn't matter what anyone suggests, you will still look at your situation thru rose colored glasses. Good luck is the only thing I can say. Read More
Please help! I am an American woman wanting to marry a Kuwaiti man by lovinghimQ8
Hello, I an an American woman. I met a Kuwaiti man who is here in USA for school. We have spent the last 2 years together. He told me he wanted to marry me a long time ago but he was afraid of what his mother would say. About a year ago she ...
Where do I start? First off, as an American who was married to a Kuwaiti and most of my American friends are/were married to Kuwaitis as well. As my friend learned the Kuwaiti guy currently acts like himself but once he reaches Kuwait his whole ... Read More
Traffic Cam Issued Citations by wiilrock612
I am very familiar with the game and how it's played in America when it comes to contracting in the statutory law system and how to refuse it with things like this. But, here in Kuwait when the system is attempting theft against a person, who ...
I was sitting still at a red light, I let my foot off of the brake and it rolled forward a few inches and I put my foot back on the brake but the camera flashed? I guess I will find out when I renew my registration. Read More
Bringing nude/sexual art to Kuwait by sayitloud
i will be moving to Kuwait for the first time this summer and want to bring two pieces of art with me but am worried they might be considered porn. One is a silhouette of a naked woman and the other is a silhouette of a man going down on a woman. I ...
First question that comes to mind, Why? Yes, porn is illegal and you would be risking possible arrest or black list and deportation if you get caught so why would you even want to try it? It's not like you are permanently moving here, you will ... Read More
Moving to Kuwait
She would have to make a large salary to help out with the situation, Kuwait is expensive. 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
@Legacy, I read the article about the Kuwaiti female losing her kids, she was on the beach in a bikini with an unrelated male, pictures got back to the ex and she lost her kids. Read More
living with husband!in kuwait!
It depends on who is paying, if his company is then he would have to get permission if he is responsible then all you need is a marriage cert. Read More
SALARY IN KUWAIT ?HOW MUCH IS THE MINIMUM ? by agnes2014
how much is the minimum salary in kuwait?
I've heard waitress staff in Applebee's etc only make 80 KD a month Read More
cost of living in kuwait and wage bargaining by mya_akin
Hello to everyone! We are from Italy :) My partner...almost husband is dealing with a major company for a job in Kuwait as a restaurant manager for an important restaurant. They offer 3075kwd per month and we are waiting to hear additional benefits ...
Be careful when a company is asking for money up front Read More
Job as Salesperson
Most jobs have some internet activity, email or submitting documents via online sites like bayt.com 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
I wish they would ban speedos as well, how gross is it to go to the pool in the Hilton on to see guys lying on their backs, with speedos and their goods on display although it does make it easier to know which one to definitely skip. Read More
Hello Expat in Kuwait!!! by Idrees Khan
I welcome you all new and old expats to blog and its been ages we didnt gather for social purpose...I am planning soon i need all your ideas and feedback! :)
I know the internations one, I've never joined them but they have gatherings every once in a while. Read More
SALARY OF 1300 KWD? DENTIST by DRSETHI
hi friendz i am orthodontist (dentist) from india got a job offer from hospital at mahboula but they have offered me 1300 kwd along with hra(houese rent) and allowances as well,is this a good deal to pick?i tried to negotiate but they refused ...
I would think working in a private clinic would be better than government ones? Read More
Am new in kuwait....i need nice friends to share ideas with by soft-ochyks
hello guys
Alrighty then, hello to you too. Read More
new friends by water_girl
Looking for some new friends in Kuwait.
Be careful of guys who freely give out their number! Read More
cost of living in kuwait and wage bargaining by mya_akin
Hello to everyone! We are from Italy :) My partner...almost husband is dealing with a major company for a job in Kuwait as a restaurant manager for an important restaurant. They offer 3075kwd per month and we are waiting to hear additional benefits ...
it's not about people passing the 3 month mark, with a high turnover rate there will always be a lot of people working in the malls, they have a list of people who want to work for them so recruiting is not the problem. The majority of them are ... Read More
Squash by Zee.Photo
Do you guys know a decent gym for ladies where I can find squash courts? I know a couple of places but in both the gym itself is not that great & the pool is contaminated (kids' urination or more) etc. ... In short, they're not worth the ...
400 KD is kind of low for Salmiya gyms that include Squash courts. Read More
New in kuwait and please guide me by parent14
i m an indian. new in kuwait. working in jabriya. have two young children less than 5 years. have vehicle. for accommodation v r planning to shift to old riggae as few of my friends are there in riggae in v.good locality. v thought of salmiya block ...
Legacy.....he's a newbie lol Read More
Cars and Drives by lleela
Any car enthusiasts here? My husband and I spent a lot of time going on cruises and other car related events in Australia. Any one go on drives for leisure here? We only have his work vehicle here which isn't as nice as his WRX back home, but would ...
The camels I was talking about are on 6th ring head towards Wafra, a huge open area of camel farms. I have more details on my blog, just search camel farms. Read More
p.o. boxes in Kuwait by leleka
good morning everyone.i would like know if any one try to get post office box here in Kuwait?because here is no post office box in the building,where we rent our flats.in some country ,you just go to post office ,pay some annual payment and they ...
Yes, @legacy I love my friends who work on the base. When they all leave I don't know what I will do :( Read More
Landlines in Kuwait by legacy
Hello Everyone :) a question; how do you go about getting a landline in Kuwait? I checked the MOC's website (useless), has anyone had the process done? I'm hearing some really strange numbers as deposits (like security) ranging from ...
I don't know about expats but a couple of years ago I went with my husband (Kuwaiti) to get a phone line. We went to the one in the airport first, had to pay some money (100 KD ?) he might of had the rent contract with him. We lived in Abu ... 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 ...
Welcome to Kuwait, it is what it is. 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 ...
All of these new people are short tempered, something in the water perhaps? Read More
New in kuwait and please guide me by parent14
i m an indian. new in kuwait. working in jabriya. have two young children less than 5 years. have vehicle. for accommodation v r planning to shift to old riggae as few of my friends are there in riggae in v.good locality. v thought of salmiya block ...
Give it a try and you will find out. Read More
cost of living in kuwait and wage bargaining by mya_akin
Hello to everyone! We are from Italy :) My partner...almost husband is dealing with a major company for a job in Kuwait as a restaurant manager for an important restaurant. They offer 3075kwd per month and we are waiting to hear additional benefits ...
I also wonder how people get jobs at Al Shaya, I've applied for years and never received anything from them, then again I met a British lady who told me stay away from Al Shaya.....I like retail but not slave labor. Read More
I got an job offer in Kuwait by man1234
Hi, I got an offer in Kuwait for KD 1500 in a Bank. Is 1500 KD good salary in Kuwait to survive decently for 2 persons. How much KD(money) I can save after all expenses. I will come with my wife . Please give me the below expenses 1) House rent ...
Amen, how many times has this question been answered? Read More
cat food giveaway
It's only one bag, better to feed the neighborhood cats instead. Read More
Family expenses in Kuwait
You will be able to save a lot once you get into the hang of things and find bargains. KOC is a good company to work for. Read More
Cars and Drives by lleela
Any car enthusiasts here? My husband and I spent a lot of time going on cruises and other car related events in Australia. Any one go on drives for leisure here? We only have his work vehicle here which isn't as nice as his WRX back home, but would ...
You can take a drive out to the camel farms, there's an area where you can rent buggies and ride camels and horses. Read More
Tips & info about apartments around Mahboula by AH73
Friends, I recently shifted to Kuwait (3 weeks back). I am staying at Mahboula in a Service apartment provided by the company for first 3 months. Can anyone suggest a decent Apartment complex (Fully furnished) with 2 BHK apartments in and around ...
Soon the Americans will leave and I predict empty apartments and no one willing to pay 750 KD for a crappy furnished apartment. The money was made, now it's time to help the permanent people who suffer. Read More
visa for russian women by Guest7895
Hello everyone I need an info. My partner is Russian, we are not married but she planned to join me with a turist visa. Now I learn that as Russian citizen, she needs an invitation even to come as a tourist. I dont have my residence yet, so how ...
Lately there's been an increase in prostitution and unfortunately Russian women were caught in the raids and that is why Russian women need to have an 'invitation' to GCC countries. So why don't you marry her if you are putting so ... Read More
New in kuwait and please guide me by parent14
i m an indian. new in kuwait. working in jabriya. have two young children less than 5 years. have vehicle. for accommodation v r planning to shift to old riggae as few of my friends are there in riggae in v.good locality. v thought of salmiya block ...
Good luck, don't expect much. Read More
Good morning. by nipu
Good morning Kuwait.What's up?Hopefully everyone fine and safe.
lol he's not asking for a reply, he 'works' for the site that's why your post was moved. 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 ...
Well, if Kuwait sucks so bad feel free to stay where you are, less traffic and crowds for us to deal with. UAE is owned by foreigners that's why there's no discrimination, Dubai looks nothing like an Arab country. Good thing UAE has emirates ... Read More
cost of living in kuwait and wage bargaining by mya_akin
Hello to everyone! We are from Italy :) My partner...almost husband is dealing with a major company for a job in Kuwait as a restaurant manager for an important restaurant. They offer 3075kwd per month and we are waiting to hear additional benefits ...
If the job is with AlShaya your man should wait out the 3 month probation period as I've heard they have a high turn over rate and once fired a British lady on the last day of her probation period. If it's with another company you might be ... Read More
indoor location for play badminton by netcomanish
Hi..anybody want to play badminton at an indoor location in rawda. call me. 97241524( mohd)
I haven't played that game since I was in school. Read More
p.o. boxes in Kuwait by leleka
good morning everyone.i would like know if any one try to get post office box here in Kuwait?because here is no post office box in the building,where we rent our flats.in some country ,you just go to post office ,pay some annual payment and they ...
Does anyone even work in the post office anymore? Read More
Working in Kuwait - healthcare by white82
Hello all, I am just going through the process of getting my certificates ratified through the Kuwait Embassy in the UK. I am a qualified Occupational Therapist with 5 years experience in an acute hospital, I also have a Masters in developing ...
Fawzia Sultan Rehabilitation does a lot of therapy and sports medicine, might be something you could check out. Read More
How to get a Job in Kuwait by legacy
Ola expats & denizens, locals & foreigners ;) the general trend in discussion from readers of this forum seem to lean heavily towards finding employment, whether they be locally present or off-shore and hopeful. The first thing you need to know ...
Kuwait market is so saturated with people these days. Even the lowest jobs require a degree, so if anyone plans on coming to Kuwait make sure you have a big degree that will help you beat the competition. I've applied on Bayt and never received any ... Read More
Tips & info about apartments around Mahboula by AH73
Friends, I recently shifted to Kuwait (3 weeks back). I am staying at Mahboula in a Service apartment provided by the company for first 3 months. Can anyone suggest a decent Apartment complex (Fully furnished) with 2 BHK apartments in and around ...
It WAS better 10 years ago but it's slowly becoming another Salmiya, crowded, traffic and no parking. Soon the prices will be the same as Salmiya. Read More
important questions about Kuwait by jo-mo
Dear All i have been reading the topics over and over to arrive to go or no go decision to relocate and accept a job in Kuwait , but also been reading a lot of news from around the media and get a bit hesitant with regard to some negative stories ...
Don't expect much, come and establish your own opinion. Every person's story and scenario are different. Read More
Rent or Buy a car? (driving in Kuwait for the first time) by morningdue
Hello, What are the advantages of renting/leasing a car, compared to buying one? Thanks
You do realize this post is from 2012, right? Read More
important questions about Kuwait by jo-mo
Dear All i have been reading the topics over and over to arrive to go or no go decision to relocate and accept a job in Kuwait , but also been reading a lot of news from around the media and get a bit hesitant with regard to some negative stories ...
Traffic sucks, especially when school begins and let out. No one really chases anyone anymore now that they have their heads constantly buried in the phones, they never look up and don't notice much anymore. These days driving down Gulf street is a ... Read More
indoor location for play badminton by netcomanish
Hi..anybody want to play badminton at an indoor location in rawda. call me. 97241524( mohd)
There should be an 'Expat.com' member play off. Read More
p.o. boxes in Kuwait by leleka
good morning everyone.i would like know if any one try to get post office box here in Kuwait?because here is no post office box in the building,where we rent our flats.in some country ,you just go to post office ,pay some annual payment and they ...
They must have really enjoyed those missing copies and decided to keep them. Read More
Tareq Rajab by gjdk685
I'd like to invite all expats to visit the Tareq Rajab Museum, a private museum which exposes collections of traditional clothes and jewels, some samples of calligraphic art and more. Astonishing. How impressive was the art of Islam once! I spent 2 ...
I think multi media would be awesome, the museum is beautiful but a little lonely with no one to really explain anything. You just look, read and leave without truly understanding the stories behind the items. I've also heard they will be ... 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 ...
Gringo is a good guy, it takes a strong willed person to handle the children in this country. The children test the teachers to see how far they can get, if the teacher is weak they will demolish that person and he will end up leaving. On the other ... Read More
Visas, hepatitis B and other issues by Kiwi2Kuwait
Hi there I've been reading the posts on this forum for a couple of weeks now and I've seen a lot of really useful information. I am from New Zealand. I've been offered a position in Kuwait at a university and I am very keen to come BUT I've been ...
If your positive it means you will be on the next flight out, with or without symptoms. Read More
Shisha shop? by Ribosom
A friend has asked me to bring him some shisha tobacco and related accessories. Can anyone recommend a good place to get these? Thanks.
You can even order from your car, I saw a female ordering her shisha goods from her car, talk about never having to move to get what you want, almost everything is hand delivered. Read More
Ban on visits
It's better for people to get visas and sponsorship before coming to Kuwait for your peace of mind. The rules in KUwait change daily so you may get stuck in Kuwait, it's expensive and hard to survive here without a job. Read More
Tips & info about apartments around Mahboula by AH73
Friends, I recently shifted to Kuwait (3 weeks back). I am staying at Mahboula in a Service apartment provided by the company for first 3 months. Can anyone suggest a decent Apartment complex (Fully furnished) with 2 BHK apartments in and around ...
Even Mahboula is getting more expensive especially now that they will be building some sort of mall complex in front of Applebee's. They've finally torn down the old apartment buildings and once the 'mall' is in place the rent will increase. My ... Read More
Childhood psychiatric disorders – Types and symptoms by mumbai_kuwait
Children are affected with psychiatric illnesses but are not so apparent because they do not talk about it or bring it to the attention of their family. However, it is important for the parents and care-givers to notice that something is the matter ...
It looks as if he grew close with the nanny and once she left he is having withdrawal symptoms. A parent should never let their child get so close with a person who is not a relative as they will not be around forever, it's up to the parents to be ... Read More
Job opportunity - group trainer & pt
What are your requirements for gym manager? Read More
Tareq Rajab by gjdk685
I'd like to invite all expats to visit the Tareq Rajab Museum, a private museum which exposes collections of traditional clothes and jewels, some samples of calligraphic art and more. Astonishing. How impressive was the art of Islam once! I spent 2 ...
It's too hot to go to Failika island now and recently it seems Safir hotel has taken over the island, in the past you could call the little hotel on the island and make reservations but now when you visit the site you are redirected to Safir website ... Read More
Coming to Kuwait! by pafosbill
I will be arriving In Kuwait, Fahaheel district in Septembet to teach business studies, I am also a youth football (soccer) coach 12 to 19 year olds. Any advice about expat activities in Kuwait and in Fahaheel district, also football facilities ...
Ouch! Yeah he did get fired, he was a weirdo. Read More
Is 1350 Kuwait dinar enough money to live in Kuwait ? by Lou lee 1818
I was offered a job in a school 1350 a month kuwait dinar and free apartment is that enough to live ok in Kuwait ? Also I will be 20 min away from school will need public transportation or may have to hire a diver.
ABS? Good luck with that school, I was offered a position and almost accepted it until they told me I had to pay for my visa transfer and other things. The area is extremely crowded, the school is nice but I'm still on the fence about the principal. ... Read More
List of Schools in Kuwait by SaharEl
Hi, As was suggested by legacy and harmonie, please find below a list of the majority of the schools in Kuwait. Hope this is useful. -------------------------------------- - American International School: http://www.aiskuwait.org/ - ...
I ahvhe experience with Cambridge Mangaf and I don't have too much to say about it. My kids have been in schools in Kuwait for 10 years yet they have no Arabic skills because private schools don't care about that subject. At Cambridge most of the ... Read More
Tareq Rajab by gjdk685
I'd like to invite all expats to visit the Tareq Rajab Museum, a private museum which exposes collections of traditional clothes and jewels, some samples of calligraphic art and more. Astonishing. How impressive was the art of Islam once! I spent 2 ...
I took my kids there once, the security guy charged me an entrance fee, I'm still not sure if that was a way to get a couple KD or part of the process. We were the only ones in there the whole time and I had to sneak and take pictures as they aren't ... Read More
Good morning. by shawkat
Good morning everyone.What's up all the friends Expat.com.I hope everybody fine here in Kuwait.
This thread is useless and should be deleted. Read More
p.o. boxes in Kuwait by leleka
good morning everyone.i would like know if any one try to get post office box here in Kuwait?because here is no post office box in the building,where we rent our flats.in some country ,you just go to post office ,pay some annual payment and they ...
I thought it takes a couple of years to actually get a p.o. box, my sister used to have one many years ago. I do know that people go through your mail and take stuff they want so it's not a safe way to get mail. Magazines have gone missing as well ... Read More
martial arts by Altayeb
hi there is anyone practiced martial arts please?
It's 'free' for Kuwaiti citizens only and as far as I know they don't let just anyone join. Read More
Got offer from knpc as operations engineer by nitin123
hi...i recently got offer from knpc as operations engineer. pls help me in knowing the job scope of operations engr at knpc. salary offered is 1470 kd. how is the offer...is it sufficient for 3 members family.
Good luck on working with OSSC, my company taught English to the Kuwaiti security guys who work for that company and what a mess they were. If you have to work with those types of ignorant people you will need all the luck in the world. 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 ...
If you say so, but again you are not female so your opinion is a generic one. The majority of workers who come here leave their wives and families at home and start to play around while they are abroad, American men are famous for that. Read More
Tips & info about apartments around Mahboula by AH73
Friends, I recently shifted to Kuwait (3 weeks back). I am staying at Mahboula in a Service apartment provided by the company for first 3 months. Can anyone suggest a decent Apartment complex (Fully furnished) with 2 BHK apartments in and around ...
There are a lot of buildings in those areas, be careful of the haris mafia, the haris/keepers of the buildings demand payments in order to give you info on renting. 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 ...
Kuwait has ups and downs as most developing countries have. There are so many things to do here but tourism is not a priority although they want to bring 2 million tourists in the next few years. I've been here for more than 10 years and can say 10 ... 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 ...
There aren't many decent men here, Kuwaiti or not, most look out for their needs and love to find a damsel in distress to take advantage of the situation. Beauty in this country is not a plus, the more beautiful you are the more men want to take ... Read More
Can i process my kuwait work visa in Saudi Arabia?
I would think the company who hired you would be working on that visa? Read More
Is 1350 Kuwait dinar enough money to live in Kuwait ? by Lou lee 1818
I was offered a job in a school 1350 a month kuwait dinar and free apartment is that enough to live ok in Kuwait ? Also I will be 20 min away from school will need public transportation or may have to hire a diver.
If you will be living in company provided housing you might be able to carpool with other teachers to cut costs or ask them about their experience with transportation. What else would you like to know, I'm a female so I can help you out with some of ... Read More
Is 1350 Kuwait dinar enough money to live in Kuwait ? by Lou lee 1818
I was offered a job in a school 1350 a month kuwait dinar and free apartment is that enough to live ok in Kuwait ? Also I will be 20 min away from school will need public transportation or may have to hire a diver.
I think transportation should be included for school staff. Read More
NEED TO LEARN ARABIC!!!!
You "heard" lol your nick is Ties Center of course you would know. Anyways, you can purchase "Speak Kuwaiti" book at Jarir book stores, it's great to have handy when you want to practice with Arabs. Read More
Scared to move to Kuwait by sarafdjffff
I am a girl school and really I am fat and I am 12 years old I am moving to Kuwait I lived their for 7 years them I moved to Abu Dhabi and now we are going back to Kuwait but I am scared because I will go to ESF and I am scared maybe their wont be ...
My daughter is overweight and went to Cambridge and ESF as well, the uniforms did not fit my daughter or my son. I think Americans have bigger/taller body shapes perhaps lol in the end I had to special order uniforms for both so it's possible to get ... Read More
Where to eat in Kuwait (for foodies!) by tinataitlyn
Hey guys! I am a foodie and being from NYC doesn't help. I have tried trip advisor and other similar sites but there weren't too many options so I am going back to just asking around. Restaurants with good ambience cease to exist here so I am ...
It seems like it's a very friendly place considering they like to eat from your plate :P Read More
Where to eat in Kuwait (for foodies!) by tinataitlyn
Hey guys! I am a foodie and being from NYC doesn't help. I have tried trip advisor and other similar sites but there weren't too many options so I am going back to just asking around. Restaurants with good ambience cease to exist here so I am ...
Well, it's not like there is anything else to talk about in Kuwait except food. Read More
Where to eat in Kuwait (for foodies!) by tinataitlyn
Hey guys! I am a foodie and being from NYC doesn't help. I have tried trip advisor and other similar sites but there weren't too many options so I am going back to just asking around. Restaurants with good ambience cease to exist here so I am ...
Sounds like a classy joint lol I don't think will be visiting that one, I prefer only my hands to touch my food. Read More
Roads in Kuwait are battlefields by Ribosom
Now I do enjoy Mad Max movies as much as the next person, but that doesn't mean I want to participate in the activities that can be seen there. So yesterday I am heading north on hwy 40 minding my own business in the slow lane (like it means ...
Be careful in Fahaheel, a Kuwaiti lady destroyed my car, her fault, no insurance on her Lexus, tried to make me pay for it, cops said she was at fault, I still had to pay.......my husband took it to Fahaheel and told them to replace certain parts ... Read More
Facilities the doctors get in Kuwait & their life styles by silkypath
I am a Doctor . I am from Bangladesh .I want to get settled in Kuwait . So, i want to know about the facilities the doctors get in Kuwait & their life styles
As a doctor in Kuwait make sure you familiarize yourself with the "Adol" prescription, that's what you will give out on a daily basis not matter what the problem of the patient is. Read More
Skype/Viber banned in Kuwait? by newbie25
Hello All, I am moving to Kuwait in September, and have recently read that Voice over Internet Protocol i.e. Skype and Viber is banned in Kuwait - is this true, and if so, is it still possible to access the sites if they were already on your ...
I just d/l Skype a couple of days ago from the web and I have Quality Net, no ban that I know of. Read More
Cutting the middle man / empowering the word of mouth by Ribosom
I will have to find a bigger place to fit my family of three + 2 cats which got me thinking... The online and offline classifieds are mostly advertising overpriced accommodation, especially if you are an expat. I also hate to deal with the real ...
dana 1909...where do I start with you, let's see.....illegal, no it's not illegal to get an apartment on your own and avoid paying money to lazy people who have no interest in showing any properties, I happen to know all too well what it's like ... Read More
Gas cylinder place near Fintas by Ribosom
I need a refill, got the original one in Hawally but I am sure there are places closer than that. :) I got one of those "new" cylinders with the plastic handle. Anyone know where the gas places are in Fintas/Mahboula/Mangaf areas? Thanks!
There's one in Abu Halaifa, keep Applebee's on your left side as you pass through the traffic light take the first right, over a few speed bumps, second left where the old co op used to be. There's one near to Fintas, I will ask my mom where it is ... Read More
The lack of reciprocity of respect in Kuwait by sjsdfsji
As a teacher teaching in a Muslim school, I am careful to be respectful to Islam and the Arab world. Sadly, many here do not reciprocate that respect. My experiences are cautionary for any Westerners considering being an Expat in Kuwait. You will ...
Kuwait doesn't have "baby sitter" jobs anyways so it would be better for you to head in another direction and bypass the Middle East. Read More
English Lecturer
Even private tutors should be Native English speakers. Read More
Kuwait Bloggers Meet-up by diarynigracia
Hi everybody... Is it possible to have Kuwait Bloggers Meet Up... Thanks in advance for comment and suggestions.
We all have the same opinion that you like attention, it's totally obvious. Read More