Hi all,
I'm about to start working in Al Khobar and although I plan to reside in Bahrain, for the initial period I will be in Khobar while my Iqama is being sorted (10 days ish).
What I am wondering is how safe Khobar is for a western expat male around town? I'm used to getting to a new place and exploring the place at will. The first 10 days I think I'll have plenty of time on my hands so in an ideal world would like to explore, go to the gym and possibly go scuba diving. I would also like to find a boxing gym if possible.
Am I being realistic or naive??!!
Al Khobar, how safe
dadofduck
16 August 2016 00:39:40
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ann arbor
16 August 2016 02:45:19
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I am sure its safe
Ali_N
16 August 2016 07:12:03
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Pretty safe!
kaleemimran
16 August 2016 07:20:32
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Saudi Arabia is one amongst the safest place on earth. You need to respect & follow the law of the land to be safe.
ZarifImran
16 August 2016 10:45:57
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Yes, Its safe for all nationals.
Abdulkareem179
03 September 2016 20:13:32
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Hello Dadofduck,
I've been here in Al Khobar for over sixteen years and it's safer now than it was when I first came.
There are a lot of things to do around town if you look and a few scuba clubs. The Philippians know what's going on when talking about scuba diving, so ask around. Boxing, you probably won't find a club, but there are plenty of gyms around. So, training daily shouldn't be an ordeal.
Have a look at internations online to see what is happening in Al Khobar.
Good luck and welcome to the eating capital of the Eastern Province.
dadofduck
04 September 2016 06:29:56
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Thanks for that!
After a few weeks I've seen that it is a nice safe place to be. I seem to exhausted the city in my search for a boxing club and have now given up! I think the eating capital of the Eastern Province has helped me put on about 4-5kg since arriving!
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