Tony
@Tonybrock46
English expat in Saudi Arabia
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About me
English
Lives in Riyadh
Speaks English, and a bit of German
Registration: 29 July 2013
Pet cremation by Tonybrock46
Good afternoon, Is anyone aware of any such facilities in or around Riyadh for the cremation of your pets once they pass away? This isn't a requirement yet, but I am due to bring my dogs out here early next month and want to be prepared should ...
My two cents: I'm sure you can't find any kind of cremation services here. Wish someone corrects me.Thanks for your reply, I really do hope your wrong. I dread to think the type of "disposal" service they offer here!! Read More
Pet cremation by Tonybrock46
Good afternoon, Is anyone aware of any such facilities in or around Riyadh for the cremation of your pets once they pass away? This isn't a requirement yet, but I am due to bring my dogs out here early next month and want to be prepared should ...
Thanks James, I was throwing it out to see if any people had actually used this type of service here in KSA. I asked the receptionist at the Vet earlier today and she looked at me like I had two heads! Regards Tony Read More
Pet cremation
Good afternoon, Is anyone aware of any such facilities in or around Riyadh for the cremation of your pets once they pass away? This isn't a requirement yet, but I am due to bring my dogs out here early next month and want to be prepared should ... Read More
Arabian Homes compound Riyadh by scottshi2012
Anyone staying in Arabian Homes? Im scheduled to be there in two weeks, just wondering what to expect etc. Scott
Hein, Sent you a PM..... Read More
King Abdulaziz Equestrian Race Track by Janadriyah
Hiya, The last time I visited, we were a party of about 14 who booked a table, and if it is the same one, they place the buffet (a very good buffet too) along the back wall and you can walk through the glass doors on to the balcony overlooking the ... Read More
Arabian Homes compound Riyadh by scottshi2012
Anyone staying in Arabian Homes? Im scheduled to be there in two weeks, just wondering what to expect etc. Scott
Hi Hein, What is your nationality? and is it compound accommodation you are looking for? Let me know and I will PM you some details. Thanks Tony Read More
Arabian Homes compound Riyadh by scottshi2012
Anyone staying in Arabian Homes? Im scheduled to be there in two weeks, just wondering what to expect etc. Scott
Ironically, most western compounds have westerners on them, how strange eh?? And on most western compounds, the likes of abayas are banned from being worn, and people walk round in western clothes, how strange all this type of activity on a western ... Read More
Arabian Homes compound Riyadh by scottshi2012
Anyone staying in Arabian Homes? Im scheduled to be there in two weeks, just wondering what to expect etc. Scott
Hi Tony, We play at a few clubs in and around Riyadh. We have a regular crew, tend to play every weekend. None of us are superstars, it's just good to get out and there are some cracking courses round here. You are more than welcome to join ... Read More
rent in al-kharj in riyadh (KSA) by tinajaipur
i have got a job in a university in al-kharj with monthly salary of rs. 140,000 (including everything).wld like to know the rent of a one room apartment in indian rupees so that i can decide whether to move or not. people have told me not to go if ...
DO NOT make payments for anything up front to anyone!! Have you physically spoken to anyone from the university? I don't want to dampen your excitement, but make sure this facility is real and any communication written or verbal, contains correct ... Read More
rent in al-kharj in riyadh (KSA) by tinajaipur
i have got a job in a university in al-kharj with monthly salary of rs. 140,000 (including everything).wld like to know the rent of a one room apartment in indian rupees so that i can decide whether to move or not. people have told me not to go if ...
Living in Saudi as a single woman, especially if not provided compound accommodation, will unfortunately not be good! However, I am a male and live off compound, and I am fine with it, but I have the freedom to go where I want when I want and have ... Read More
rent in al-kharj in riyadh (KSA) by tinajaipur
i have got a job in a university in al-kharj with monthly salary of rs. 140,000 (including everything).wld like to know the rent of a one room apartment in indian rupees so that i can decide whether to move or not. people have told me not to go if ...
Accomodation in Al Kharj is cheap compared to Riyadh (about half!!) I would suggest for a 2 bedroom unfurnised apartment, you would pay approximately 27,000rs pm or 1,600 sar.. Good luck.. Read More
Arabian Homes compound Riyadh by scottshi2012
Anyone staying in Arabian Homes? Im scheduled to be there in two weeks, just wondering what to expect etc. Scott
I have a place that is off compound, which, as a white English man, is quite a different thing to do, I socialise with workmates and enjoy the company of the guys in my apartment block, I play golf, quite a bit, lol. Plenty of eating places around, ... Read More
Arabian Homes compound Riyadh by scottshi2012
Anyone staying in Arabian Homes? Im scheduled to be there in two weeks, just wondering what to expect etc. Scott
Hello Jack, Arabian homes is a good compound, I stayed on there for a while, and you will enjoy it, not sure about the social aspect as I never got the chance, everyone seemed to keep themselves to themselves! But regarding facilities and ... Read More
Arabian Homes compound Riyadh by scottshi2012
Anyone staying in Arabian Homes? Im scheduled to be there in two weeks, just wondering what to expect etc. Scott
You are correct, these are not furnished, they do however, have a fitted kitchen and A/C in all rooms.... Read More
Help me understand... by Rigger64
Obviously, I'm not Muslim. Can someone help me understand, please? I thought there were 5 prayers time each day. Why does DestinationJeddah list 6? Also, other than the Sunrise prayer, how are the times for the other calls to prayer ...
Some good information there, thanks for posting, One final question.. As everything closes for these Prayer times, what determines the length? of does everything close for a pre determined time? I know there are places. even the app on my phone, ... Read More
Arabian Homes compound Riyadh by scottshi2012
Anyone staying in Arabian Homes? Im scheduled to be there in two weeks, just wondering what to expect etc. Scott
Hi, I have just moved off Arabian Homes, but you (or the company you work for) have chosen well. It's is a very clean and friendly compound, whilst you don't think this the very first time you drive in past all the security and the mile of ... Read More
Shopping for singles on the weekends by kom340
Yesterday i was not allowed to get into the Riyadh Gallery. Security guy pointed out that I'm a single MAN :) It's still funny for me, as I've recently stepped on this city. But on the flip side, it's sad to realize that I couldn't buy vegetables ...
Hmmmm, I have never been stopped for being a guy on my own, whilst I a westerner, i frown on the "older looking" comment :P Thanks a lot Ali lol Read More
British woman moving to Riyadh - not on compound by Zaah
I have a job offer as a nanny, starting in February. Living with a Saudi family not on a compound. As I will not be living in a western compound Im worried about how I will be able to meet and Socialise with other expats. How easy is it to meet ...
Hi Zaah, I have just rented a flat off compound and find life quite easy and stress free, however, I am a bloke!! I am sure your new employer wil have a driver that will be able to take you wherever you need on your time off. As for socialising, ... Read More
Accommodation near Saladin Hotel by MaureenE
I am a teacher looking for accommodation near the Sahara mall from the end of January. Does anyone know of something in the area?
A compound called Arabian Homes is basically at the next junction up the King Abdullah Road, really nice compound, I know coz i lived there for a while, well worth a look. have a look at these s ... Read More
Pets in Saudi/Riyadh by MaceRiyadh
Hey all. Just arrived here last week and was given a small chat abut pets over here, dog specifically, apparently its not seen as a common thing to take pets while here but importantly Dog are almost forbidden except special circumstances. i was ...
Hi MaceRiyadh, Welcome to the kingdom, whilst its not illegal to own or bring a dog over with you, i wouldnt have one over here in this heat, and you are correct about them not being socially accepted amongst the local community. I think cats just ... Read More
Skipping rope by SY34
Ey up all (Hello :)) Really need to purchase a skipping rope (Jump rope for the non-Brits). Does anyone know where I can get one from? A plastic one would be fab, as I'm not a big fan of the leather ones. Thanks in advance guys.
Ey up!!! You must be a northern lass........ Read More
Cycle Available in Riyadh? by nisheet.dba
Can we go to office via cycle?Please suggest
And.......... You will be taking your life in your own hands!!! Read More
Unsolicited act of kindness by MancDoc
Fellow EBers, I posted a message a few days a back asking for the opening hours for the national museum in Riyadh. Whilst I got no answers on the forum, I received a PM offering to meet me at the museum and take me round. We arranged this and I ...
Fantastic! I will hope to tap in to your new found knowledge when I get round to doing the visit. This country has more individuals like that than I have encountered in any other country (India may be an exception)I have visited. The milk of ... Read More
Looking for off compound accomodation by Tonybrock46
Hi Guys and girls, Hoping you can help. I have been in Riyadh a short while now and I want to find my own accomodation, ideally off compound, no real reason other than price fixing within compounds and that as a single guy, looking to share with a ...
We are both married unacompanied males, hence the erason for three bedrooms. Thanks Read More
Looking for off compound accomodation by Tonybrock46
Hi Guys and girls, Hoping you can help. I have been in Riyadh a short while now and I want to find my own accomodation, ideally off compound, no real reason other than price fixing within compounds and that as a single guy, looking to share with a ...
Please feel free to PM me with suggestions...... Read More
Looking for off compound accomodation
Hi Guys and girls, Hoping you can help. I have been in Riyadh a short while now and I want to find my own accomodation, ideally off compound, no real reason other than price fixing within compounds and that as a single guy, looking to share with a ... Read More
I will be an "expat" from Saturday!!
Hi Guys, Plying to the land of the sand on Saturday, due to land at the ungodly hour of 23:30! Riyadh. Never been before, quite excited, looking forward to the challenges ahead. Hope I don't have to start work early on Sunday hahaha... Hoping to ... Read More
Single male shopping by Tonybrock46
Hi folks. I move out to Saudi next week! I will be south of Riyadh. (That bit is somewhat irrelevant) I have read somewhere on this forum that single males are not allowed to shop in the malls alone. Whist I am not particularly struck n shopping, ...
Thanks Alex, I have had a couple of PM's telling me the same, and I agree, it is sad that it should be like that! I am sure I will get a better understanding of the place when I arrive on Thursday.. Thanks again. Tony Read More
Single male shopping by Tonybrock46
Hi folks. I move out to Saudi next week! I will be south of Riyadh. (That bit is somewhat irrelevant) I have read somewhere on this forum that single males are not allowed to shop in the malls alone. Whist I am not particularly struck n shopping, ...
Okay, we know this is some kind of language glitch ... but it's a damned funny one! http://l.yimg.com/us.yimg.com/i/mesg/emoticons7/24.gifVery funny!! Read More
Single male shopping by Tonybrock46
Hi folks. I move out to Saudi next week! I will be south of Riyadh. (That bit is somewhat irrelevant) I have read somewhere on this forum that single males are not allowed to shop in the malls alone. Whist I am not particularly struck n shopping, ...
Hi Interadel, I tend to "p" alone"! I cant do it when people are watching :P Strange offer none-the-less! Got to be a first for me, but unfortunately, wont be taking you up on it :| Read More
Single male shopping by Tonybrock46
Hi folks. I move out to Saudi next week! I will be south of Riyadh. (That bit is somewhat irrelevant) I have read somewhere on this forum that single males are not allowed to shop in the malls alone. Whist I am not particularly struck n shopping, ...
Thanks for your replies guys, much appreciated. Just getting a little nervous about the move now, but looking forward to the challenges ahead! I just hope, as a single bloke, I won't be as isolated as some people make out in this forum. Thanks ... Read More
Single male shopping by Tonybrock46
Hi folks. I move out to Saudi next week! I will be south of Riyadh. (That bit is somewhat irrelevant) I have read somewhere on this forum that single males are not allowed to shop in the malls alone. Whist I am not particularly struck n shopping, ...
Thanks TLL. I will get myself on to google maps and have a see how far these types of places are from Al Kharj. Assuming I can brave the traffic. Thanks Tony Read More
Single male shopping
Hi folks. I move out to Saudi next week! I will be south of Riyadh. (That bit is somewhat irrelevant) I have read somewhere on this forum that single males are not allowed to shop in the malls alone. Whist I am not particularly struck n shopping, ... Read More
Any experience of working for Almarai? by Tonybrock46
Hi All, I have had my 2nd interview with Almarai, and I know they are a large company and all their marketing advertising looks fantastic, they employ something like 28,000 people!! Does anyone here have any experience actually working for them? ...
That's brilliant Deyaa1989 I get a healthy housing allowance and a car, so should be ok there. Lots of googling to do now, thanks very much.... Tony Read More
Any experience of working for Almarai? by Tonybrock46
Hi All, I have had my 2nd interview with Almarai, and I know they are a large company and all their marketing advertising looks fantastic, they employ something like 28,000 people!! Does anyone here have any experience actually working for them? ...
Thanks for your replies so far! Are there any compounds in Al Kharj with accommodation suitable for a single bloke? Thanks Tony Read More
Any experience of working for Almarai? by Tonybrock46
Hi All, I have had my 2nd interview with Almarai, and I know they are a large company and all their marketing advertising looks fantastic, they employ something like 28,000 people!! Does anyone here have any experience actually working for them? ...
It is difficult to find a more professional and productive environment in companies of Saudi Arabia than Saudi ARAMCO, SABIC, Al-Marai, and Saudi banks- Corporate divisions. Their headquarter is located in Al-Kharj city (+24° 13' 32.43", +47° 39' ... Read More
Any experience of working for Almarai? by Tonybrock46
Hi All, I have had my 2nd interview with Almarai, and I know they are a large company and all their marketing advertising looks fantastic, they employ something like 28,000 people!! Does anyone here have any experience actually working for them? ...
Cheers Mark, Have you worked there? If so what plant did you work at? Thanks Tony Read More
Any experience of working for Almarai? by Tonybrock46
Hi All, I have had my 2nd interview with Almarai, and I know they are a large company and all their marketing advertising looks fantastic, they employ something like 28,000 people!! Does anyone here have any experience actually working for them? ...
Tony I could try to hook you up to ex-HR personal at Almarai.That would be great, much appreciated.... Read More
Any experience of working for Almarai?
Hi All, I have had my 2nd interview with Almarai, and I know they are a large company and all their marketing advertising looks fantastic, they employ something like 28,000 people!! Does anyone here have any experience actually working for them? ... Read More
Compounds near Al Kharj by Tonybrock46
Hi all, I am looking for some help. I require some information about compounds (names and locations) in Al Kharj. I am due to move out there shortly and will be accommodated for the first three or so months, then I need to find somewhere, ideally ...
Hi Guys, Any suggestions on this for me? Read More
Compounds near Al Kharj
Hi all, I am looking for some help. I require some information about compounds (names and locations) in Al Kharj. I am due to move out there shortly and will be accommodated for the first three or so months, then I need to find somewhere, ideally ... Read More
Anyone know of Dibba Oil & Gas Cortporation? by Tonybrock46
Hi All, I hope you can help. I have been offered a position with the above company. I have also been asked to pay for my own visa at a cost of $1,450 and claim it back from the company! I just wondered if this was normal practice or could it be ...
Thanks David, So frustration when you are looking for a job out there and these clowns come along and busrt your bubble! Thanks for the feedback.. Tony Read More
Anyone know of Dibba Oil & Gas Cortporation? by Tonybrock46
Hi All, I hope you can help. I have been offered a position with the above company. I have also been asked to pay for my own visa at a cost of $1,450 and claim it back from the company! I just wondered if this was normal practice or could it be ...
It's a scam STAY AWAY Read More
Anyone know of Dibba Oil & Gas Cortporation? by Tonybrock46
Hi All, I hope you can help. I have been offered a position with the above company. I have also been asked to pay for my own visa at a cost of $1,450 and claim it back from the company! I just wondered if this was normal practice or could it be ...
I have reported them to the authorities...... Read More
Anyone know of Dibba Oil & Gas Cortporation?
Hi All, I hope you can help. I have been offered a position with the above company. I have also been asked to pay for my own visa at a cost of $1,450 and claim it back from the company! I just wondered if this was normal practice or could it be ... Read More