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Hong Kongese expat in Saudi Arabia
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About me
Hong Kongese
Lives in Jeddah
Speaks English, Cantonese, Mandarin
Registration: 07 December 2014
Al Majlis compound
Hi My friend is going to move to this compound as it鈥檚 closer to the work. Has anyone got experience in this compound? How鈥檚 it like? Any childcare inside? Or around? Read More
New members of the Northern Ireland forum, introduce yourselves here - 2018
Hi, we are a family of three and we are now considering to move to Northern Ireland. We are a mixed family with an Italian, a Chinese from Hong Kong and a little girl of 4 years old who's born in Republic of Ireland. Read More
Housing prices by Alexiii
Hello everybody! I would like to ask, what's the minimum price for a 2 bdr apartment in small compounds in Jeddah? As well, whats the average price for villa portion or flats with terrace or small gardens OUTSIDE compounds?
Recently we are looking for a two bedroom, so we can tell you the price Arabian Homes : 90-160k depends on which part, size, year built, floor level etc (apartments) Shabartly: 110k (own garden, bungalow) Divona: 140K (apartments) Mura Bastan: ... Read More
Vacant houses/ apartments in compounds?
Hi, all compound residents, We have noticed that there are quite a bit of vacant houses/apartments in our compound (Arabian Homes). We suspect that it's because of 'saudilisation'. Is it the same in the compounds you stay? Any chance ... Read More
Rent a 4x4
We are a group of 9 (6 adults and 3 kids). We will be going to Riyadh this Thursday. We planned to do the edge of the world Friday. We booked the flight, we booked the hotel. Now we are looking for car rental. We have checked that Avis charges ... Read More
Buying a second hand car
You can buy used car from Budget, The car rental company. They sell the rental cars. They have the records on system and you can check. Read More
Western woman in Saudi by Willywonkxx
Hi all! I will be relocating to Saudi with my husband and two little boys. 18months and 3years old. What's it like living out there for a woman? I stumbled across a thread on here which was posted back in 2009. Probably didnt help much and ...
First, for the one who teases about someone else's accent or usage of English, shame on you. For the one who complains about other's complain, just an information to tell that I do believe in Creator and I do pray and have rest during the ... Read More
Vaccination for a one year old
Hi, just a update. We went to Saudi German hospital and paid for two hundreds something for three shots. The insurance covers 80% and we paid the rest. Thanks for all the information. Read More
Western woman in Saudi by Willywonkxx
Hi all! I will be relocating to Saudi with my husband and two little boys. 18months and 3years old. What's it like living out there for a woman? I stumbled across a thread on here which was posted back in 2009. Probably didnt help much and ...
Jeddah is comparatively liberal. I have never asked to cover my hair. You might miss driving, the convenience and the freedom that brings. But you wouldn't want to drive here anyway. The prayer times is a bit of a pain. You need to plan your ... Read More
EID in Jeddah by booksale
Hi, every one in Jeddah. So, the EID holiday is coming. This is the first EID for us. We will have about a week off. We would like to experience this special festival. Is it possible we join the locals? Any places we should go in Jeddah or around? ...
Thank you for the information. Read More
EID in Jeddah
Hi, every one in Jeddah. So, the EID holiday is coming. This is the first EID for us. We will have about a week off. We would like to experience this special festival. Is it possible we join the locals? Any places we should go in Jeddah or around? ... Read More
Vaccination for a one year old
Hi, can any one tell me how I can get the vaccination done for my child in Jeddah? She has got vaccination from new born up to six months old. Then we moved to Jeddah. We have got her vaccination card with the vaccination records. Please kindly ... Read More
Buy a used car In Jeddah by booksale
We plan to buy a used car. We are a family of three. Budget is around SR 16000. We have no Arabic. Where is the best place to look for used cars? Can we get a decent car with this price?
Thank you guys. Where can I find a good mechanic? Is Toyota Yaris a good vehicle here? We found a few with the price quit nice. I was using Toyota Yaris back home. Never gave us troubles. But the engine size wasn't even 1L. Read More
Buy a used car In Jeddah by booksale
We plan to buy a used car. We are a family of three. Budget is around SR 16000. We have no Arabic. Where is the best place to look for used cars? Can we get a decent car with this price?
Any shops that sell used cars and can be trusted??? Read More
Buy a used car In Jeddah
We plan to buy a used car. We are a family of three. Budget is around SR 16000. We have no Arabic. Where is the best place to look for used cars? Can we get a decent car with this price? Read More
Digital timer
THANKS for the heads up. I tried the bookstores and supermarkets but no luck. May try online shopping then. But wanna have it quick. Will surely go to the home ware store to check....... It's nothing about whether Saudi is opened or not. ... Read More
Digital timer
Where can I get digital timer in Jeddah? I live near the fist roundabout. Thanks! Read More
Western woman in Saudi by Willywonkxx
Hi all! I will be relocating to Saudi with my husband and two little boys. 18months and 3years old. What's it like living out there for a woman? I stumbled across a thread on here which was posted back in 2009. Probably didnt help much and ...
As a mother of young infant (11 months), I found it mission impossible to breastfeed when out and about. No facilities at all for breastfeeding. Toilets are usually not clean. No breastfeeding rooms. Um, not just breastfeeding, there is no facility ... Read More
Western woman in Saudi by Willywonkxx
Hi all! I will be relocating to Saudi with my husband and two little boys. 18months and 3years old. What's it like living out there for a woman? I stumbled across a thread on here which was posted back in 2009. Probably didnt help much and ...
They first few days I was without abaya and I had no hassles from anyone. I was with my husband and my baby as a family though. Not sure if this is the case for single women. And of course, if given choice, I would prefer no abaya. Sophie, I think ... Read More
Western woman in Saudi by Willywonkxx
Hi all! I will be relocating to Saudi with my husband and two little boys. 18months and 3years old. What's it like living out there for a woman? I stumbled across a thread on here which was posted back in 2009. Probably didnt help much and ...
Sophie, what's your field? By the way, you don't need to cover your hair. Read More
Western woman in Saudi by Willywonkxx
Hi all! I will be relocating to Saudi with my husband and two little boys. 18months and 3years old. What's it like living out there for a woman? I stumbled across a thread on here which was posted back in 2009. Probably didnt help much and ...
Nurses? Not sure about other occupations. Maybe some other women who's working here can tell. Read More
Western woman in Saudi by Willywonkxx
Hi all! I will be relocating to Saudi with my husband and two little boys. 18months and 3years old. What's it like living out there for a woman? I stumbled across a thread on here which was posted back in 2009. Probably didnt help much and ...
If you find a job and your employer is willing to change the sponsorship for you, you can work here. I saw an ad. inside the compound looking for females teachers in a school. So I guess there are chances deoending on what jobs you are looking for. Read More
Irish person's saudi work visa process - degree attestation? by Ieltsband7
Do I really need to get my degree certificate attested by the Saudi Cultural Bureau in London if I am processing my work visa for Saudi Arabia in Ireland? It is confusing because the saudivisa.ie (visa agents) in Ireland say on their website that ...
There is a Saudi Cultural Bureau in Dublin. You should call them and ask. Read More
Chinese / Asian Food Stores?
Hi, anyone know any Asian / Chinese food stores in Jeddah?? Read More
Car Rental/Lease by iggyb
I'm looking for a monthly rental that is cheap. In the UAE, I rented a new Peugeot made for the Chinese market (Great Wall) which suited my needs fine. I need dependable more than comfort or speed. I drive rarely except to work and back, and ...
Hi, not sure whether it's too late. We have rented a car from budget for a month. Full insurance, it cost SR 3000. Now we will need to extend the rent, and we asked for discount. The guy said he will discuss with the manager and we probably ... Read More
Air conditioning?
Would be interested to know about how other people using the a/c here. I know it's a matter of personal things. Read More
Air conditioning?
We have it set at 27 in the living room n kitchen. And 24 on the bedroom. We usually turn off the ones in kitchen and living room night time. But we leave the one in bedroom on all the time (so far, I'm thinking to turn it off when we are not ... Read More
Air conditioning?
Just curious. Do you guys have the air conditioner on 24/7? (Days and nights non-stop) And what is the temperature you set? Read More
Arabian Homes, Sierra Village by Rigger64
Hey! My company has told me they have a 1br apartment for me in Sierra Village - as temporary accommodation until my family arrives. I've googled and google-earthed the compound so I have a general idea of its whereabouts and such but does ...
From Andalus here. Nice compound. It's smaller but more private and quiet comparing with Sierra. And there are shuttle bus to all the compound of Arabian Homes. Not very frequent though. Read More
In Jeddah, Where to buy Velcro hook and loop fasteners?
Thanks! Just for arts and crafts really. I finally got a tape from Young Chefs Academy just opposite us!!! Read More
In Jeddah, Where to buy Velcro hook and loop fasteners?
Hi, guys, As title, where can we buy Velcro hook and loop fasteners in North Jeddah? We live near the Salamah Centre, around the Fist Roundabout. Millions thanks in advanced. Read More
Creche for a 8 months old in North Jeddah?
Hi! I have just moved to Jeddah since yesterday. I have a 8 months old and I am Looking for a creche in North Jeddah. We live in Andulus village. But was told they don't have creche for baby that young. They suggested to get a childminder at ... Read More