Dubliner1967
Irish expat in Saudi Arabia
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About me
Irish
Lives in Dublin
Speaks english
Registration: 20 January 2011
Job Offer - Riyadh and Dubai by kirkoy
Just got an offer both from Riyadh (20K SAR) and Dubai (17.5K Dhms). Both offers are gross salary. Still can't decide which one to choose as both cities are completely different in terms of cost of living and social life. I plan not to bring my ...
Hmmm which to choose, prison or vacation ?,,,,tricky one Read More
EB New Look
I hate it...why cant anything good just be left alone ? Read More
Coming To Riyadh in January!
Welcome to Riyadh my fellow Celt ) Read More
People Living in Compounds! Need your Attention! by crybaby1
I wanted to ask you guys is it oksy for a visitor (who is allowed inside compound) to visit Recreation area,now i know every compound has a different kind of Rec area,but usually the one which holds Parties,swimming ...
Why don't you ask your cousins if you can visit the compound without them ? They will give you the best answer Read More
Hire a car on monthly basis by javaclinic
Hi, I am coming on business visit visa it seems you can buy car during visit. Can we rent it on monthly basis ? what is the charges for doing that ? and good companies in riyadh. 2nd For Bank accounts You must need a IQAMA or for European ...
Rent a car from Hertz at the airport from 100 SAR/day, bring an international driving licence and a credit card. No bank account without an Iqama Read More
Ethnic hair care in Saudi Arabia by Marista
Hi there, Does anyone know whether there are any black or ethnic hair salons in Saudi Arabia? I will be moving to Riyadh soon am hoping that keeping my hair did won't be a problem? Any advice or comments will be appreciated.
http://www.expatriates.com/cls/21973672.html Here is a link you can use Read More
Taxi fare
will cost your around 8 BD (80 SAR )I think....use the London Taxi company outside the exit doors and you will pay before you leave so no arguing with drivers and yes you will need Saudi currency Read More
Ethnic hair care in Saudi Arabia by Marista
Hi there, Does anyone know whether there are any black or ethnic hair salons in Saudi Arabia? I will be moving to Riyadh soon am hoping that keeping my hair did won't be a problem? Any advice or comments will be appreciated.
If you go over to Bahrain there are lots of Ethiopian hair salons and they do amazing styles. Read More
Hair transplant in Saudi Arabia or world by pcline
Hi all I am looking for a hair transplant in a month time. Kindly suggest me some good doctors from around the world to look for. As you know hairs are very precious for a balding person so I dont wanna loose them by going to a bad doctor. Please ...
If you are going to spend all that money would you not be better doing some serious research rather than consulting the 天美麻豆 ? Read More
Where to buy Viagra in Riyadh by parrot
Hi, I need to buy Viagra for one of my friend. Can anyone tell me how to buy it without doctor prescription? Thanks
Why doesn't your 'friend' buy it ? ) Read More
Anyone knows a place where Badminton can be played in Riyadh? by jawadsami
Hi everyone... Me and my wife play badminton at home on our roof top, almost everyday for the last couple of months, but now we both r looking for someplace where we can have a bit of competition and other players are also available in a mixed ...
Where is this Bin Dayel ? Read More
Stop whinging, theres loads to do........ :)
http://www.simbacom.com/riyadh-ksa/home/index.html Read More
cell phone by Chulo
which cell phone is more popular in Riyadh, iPhone or Nokia Lumia 1020?
For the best camera and everything else get the Sony Z1 - 20 Megapixels Read More
Is the shopping here as bad for women's attire? by Full Monty
Recently, in the Danube supermarket of Hyatt Mall, I managed to find a French press, after looking around for so long. I also bought, along with the usual goods, some Melitta Premium Highland 100% arabica ground coffee, in a tin for easy storage in ...
Debenhams has good sales, I got a nice suitcase there half price. Actually thinking about it that's the best thing to buy in Saudi and make quick use of it ) Read More
Tuxedo buying in Riyadh by alpha89
Does anyone know where to buy a custom-tailored tuxedo in Riyadh? Supposdly, the men's mall doesn't have it...and I've heard of some Batha alleyway tailors, but was hoping for something a little bit more 'legitement' Thanks. Alex
Raymond on Olaya Street....and they will charge you around 1200 SAR and takes about a week I think Read More
Mosquito net Riyadh
Thanks for the link - but if anyone knows where I can get one locally over the counter that would be great .... Read More
Mosquito net Riyadh
Anyone know where I can get one in Riyadh ? Read More
Irish/English couple moving to Al Khobar
Hi Gaelic, Make sure you and your wife have multi-entry visas so you can go to Bahrain for the weekend where you can enjoy a decent solial life. Read More
Your Riyadh Top 3? by jamesc
What 3 places, restaurants, activities, malls, golf courses or spa's would you recommend in Riyadh? Ie. What places do you love in Riyadh? Mine are.... 1. Riyadh Golf Course 2. Elements at Four Seasons 3. Noodle house
1. The good friends ive met here 2. The bank ( on pay day ) 3. The road to Bahrain Read More
offering 2 live in positions for female only, sr. 1500 monthly by nora.mcdonald
Hello, I am an american woman married to a saudi man living in al khobar. I am offering 2 live in positions with the sallaries of Sr. 1500 each and 1 day off per week. The positions are for women only. The women hired will have their own room with ...
1500 per month, for a 14 hour day, 6 days a week - are you sure you're not being to generous ? Read More
Psychologist in Riyadh by little wonder
Hello everyone! Does anyone knows good, english speaking psychiatric here in Riaydh? Thank you.
Welcome to the Blog Little, Try to get in touch with Nonzy who is a member here. She speaks awesome english and is a great psychiatric .are u serious?Has to be a joke :) Read More
are women allowed to work in western companies? by zounepops
Hi everyone All is said in the subject : are women allowed to work in western companies other than in a child care/medical job? If so, I am currently a recruitment consultant in France, I speak native french an good english, and as i don't picture ...
who's going to cook your husbands dinner if you are at work ?? calm down everyone - JOKE :) Read More
Homeschooling in Riyadh by edythe smith
I have a 16 year old boy and a 12 year old girl and just decided to pull them out of an international school in riyadh. I'm homeschooling them using CDIS curriculum. Any other homeschoolers out there? Looking for extracurricular activities for ...
Better to let them learn and interact with kids their own age than staying at home with mom all day... Read More
How to get yourself busy in Riyadh. by arabianprince
How to get yourself busy in Riyadh.
if u know it so well, what you need advise for ? Read More
Talking to Saudi Ladies by keanuuu
Hi all. I'm new to Riyadh and have gone shopping in the mall a few times since I've come here. I generally avoid eye contact with Saudi ladies when I'm there. Last time I was there I went to buy a coffee at one of the stands. This girl (in full ...
a woman in full burka and veil came up to me in a mall the other day and asked directions, i was amazed but unfortunately i didnt know the answer - some of the younger ones make eye contact and some of them walk by a few times to make sure you ... Read More
Exchanging Riyals for U.S. Dollars by TexasPilot
When I lived in Jeddah I had this all worked out but now I'm in Riyadh and have to start all over again. Where do I get a good haircut, where do I buy food, etc... Most important right now, does anyone know where I can exchange Riyals for U.S. ...
as I understand it....the real is tied to the dollar at 3.75, so what rate is available from the money changers ? and how is it even possible to get a better rate ? Read More
[Just for Fun] What do hate the most about Riyadh by kamiii
Okie.. I have nothing better to do right now, so just starting a baseless discussion to kill some time.. and too see how many ppl are actually up at this hour.. So lets have it .. what do you hate the most about Riyadh .. please keep it to ...
Hey dynamo, please put some clothes on if you are going to address this forum....there are ladies present :) Read More
[Just for Fun] What do hate the most about Riyadh by kamiii
Okie.. I have nothing better to do right now, so just starting a baseless discussion to kill some time.. and too see how many ppl are actually up at this hour.. So lets have it .. what do you hate the most about Riyadh .. please keep it to ...
The colour - everything is beige - its like being in a dull never ending 70s movie Read More
Girls where do you buy your Abayas? by Alisan
Hello everyone, I was wondering where do you get your abayas. I want to know about where to get a nice abaya (Not the plain ones) that I won't have to pay a fortune to get it. I tried many places but I still not sure about how much is too much & ...
How about a comedy abaya wearing fashion show where all the money raised goes to fund my trip to Bahrain ? No? well ok only a thought lol :) Read More
Phone credit disappearing
People.....a couple of times since i've been in KSA, my phone credis has vanished, i.e ive had say 75sar credit the night before and the next day its down to 8 or so without any use by me. Is there some kind of scam going on here ? Its a mobily sim ... Read More
Want to bring my girlfriend to KSA by floppy1967
Hi !! I would like to know if anyone managed to bring her girlfriend to KSA. It is not the ideal destination for a girl, I know, but she says she would be OK in the compound and travelling every now and then to the neighbouring countries. The ...
ive heard tales of fake marriage certificates as a way to get a gf over.....:) Read More
Just moved here from Los Angeles by Nadimento
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If there is such a thing then Riyadh must be the opposite of California......I spent a summer in Santa Cruz many moons ago so i feel for ya man. Read More
Hi All ..... Have Fun by Sam Rock 55
Hi all ... I hope everybody is Fine... no no no not fine>>>> JUST AWESOME :D lol Anyway... I'm new here... I mean on this Cool Website :D you know ..... this website is freakin awesome :D I like it I hope to find people love Music & Basketball ...
Did you ever come across anyone on a blog site that you have never met, but would love to slap......? Read More
Any Bouquet Delivery Service in Riyadh by TheLegendLeads
Hi, Does anyone know of fresh flowers delivery service providers here in Riyadh?
im sure there is, but I was out in the desert on Friday and there are some tiny wild flowers growing there so if you really want to impress her....:) Read More
Need advice on having baby in Riyadh by ILW
Hello all, My husband and I just move here a couple of weeks ago...I am 5 months pregnant and just can't find any information about how to go around getting a doctor....or advice on a recommended one....Well, actually I did find one comment, but it ...
'Need advice on having baby in Riyadh' Ok I'll start at the very beginning. Whan a man and a woman are very much in love..... :) Read More
Typical time for processing visa by nkhawaja
how much time on average it takes for saudi work visa?
How long is a piece of string ? My collegue got his iquama yesterday 10 days after his arrival, others seen to take months ! Read More
Questions About Mobile (Cell) Phone Plans in KSA by Alliecat
Okay, now that I've pretty much decided to hang out in the sandbox for another year, it's time to ditch this costly business of buying minutes and maybe get involved in a plan. What's going on out there? Best plans? Most minutes for how much? ...
Does anyone know if those mobile phone shops in Batha are legit ? saw a good price for a Nokia N8 Read More
Are all HR personnel in Saudi thick by miahannaleo
Ok i know this will start a Hot topic, but why are they so difficult to deal with. i went to the Saudi Embassy today in London to get my Passport stamped (as instructed by my HR department) but on getting there i found out not only was the visa ...
well the indian I have tried was delivered to the construction site for 11 sar each, so its really cheap and tasty - ill try to find out if its a restaurant or whereabouts it is Read More
need a new villa beimg kicked of jadawel compound by becsue
hi I am new to this blog thing-even though I am a facebook junky lol the thing is my husband and I have to move out of our jadawel compound and have no new place to rent or new compound. Does anyone know of a villa or apt rental for 80,000 to ...
Call into various real estate companies in the area you want to live and they will bring you to see whats available. There's loads available around the north side of the city. We viewed a huge 4/5 bed 3 storey villa yesterday for 60,000sar for the ... Read More
Are all HR personnel in Saudi thick by miahannaleo
Ok i know this will start a Hot topic, but why are they so difficult to deal with. i went to the Saudi Embassy today in London to get my Passport stamped (as instructed by my HR department) but on getting there i found out not only was the visa ...
I came on a business visa, and they are applying for the work visa while im here, technically im not supposed to be working but there is a loophole for everything here :) Read More
Please help
You must understand the difference between dirty and clean. Just for clarification for potential candidates, it will be dirty when you arrive and clean after....thats the difference you must understand :) Read More
Are all HR personnel in Saudi thick by miahannaleo
Ok i know this will start a Hot topic, but why are they so difficult to deal with. i went to the Saudi Embassy today in London to get my Passport stamped (as instructed by my HR department) but on getting there i found out not only was the visa ...
if you think its bad now - wait till you get here, incompetence does not even begin to describe it ! :) on a more positive note, the food is really greatHey Dubliner, Where do you recommend to eat then? Or do you mean grocery wise?Hi Betty Well ive ... Read More
I am new in jeddah from Kansas city by Dr.Moe
I am Moe, 25 years old graduated with bachelor degree in dentistry just arrived in jeddah,ksa last month really excited in getting the know abouts living in jeddah and the social life here as well. i love reading, writing and poetry. swimming is a ...
Can I be the first to say........ 'you're not in Kansas anymore' :) couldnt resist Read More
Are all HR personnel in Saudi thick by miahannaleo
Ok i know this will start a Hot topic, but why are they so difficult to deal with. i went to the Saudi Embassy today in London to get my Passport stamped (as instructed by my HR department) but on getting there i found out not only was the visa ...
if you think its bad now - wait till you get here, incompetence does not even begin to describe it ! :) on a more positive note, the food is really great Read More
Where to apply for LEED Preparaton classes by dynamo1131
Guys, I want to take the LEED(Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification preparation classes, so that I can take the LEED Associate certification exam. Do you guys have any idea where I can apply and where are the Prometric ...
Hi dynamo1131, I would also like to hear the answer to this. Read More
Looking For My Soul Mate by wily
Looking for fun in Riyadh. It should be a nice compound with generous treatment.
I bet her inbox is full.....so to speak :lol: Read More
The elephant in the room by Dubliner1967
Is anybody going to mention 'the elephant in the room' ie the situation in Bahrain and its possible effect on life for expats in KSA ??
I just got my visa today so ill be over as soon as i get my riot gear :) Read More
Weather and what to wear in Bahrain by expat13
Hi There, One of my silly questions before arriving in Bahrain. I guess it would be good to ask and be silly now then being silly when being there :D In few days I'll be in Bahrain and I was wondering what kind of clothing should I bring with me ...
I would suggest you wear full riot gear...... Read More
The elephant in the room
Is anybody going to mention 'the elephant in the room' ie the situation in Bahrain and its possible effect on life for expats in KSA ?? Read More
Where to Park Car for Long Term? by yazi.malik
I am going on vacation for 6 weeks, not interested in parking car in front of my building or in street. Does anyone know how much it cost to park at the airport? Is there any other place available like garage or something where I can park my ...
6 weeks holiday......nice...where will you go ? Read More
Rent Payment by Dubliner1967
Hello people, I have been looking online at various apartment options for my impending arrival. Can anybody explain the reason why rent cannot be paid monthly. If you give the landlord a years rent upfront and something goes wrong you dont have ...
somebody must have an opinion ??? Read More
Back to France with a 4x4 trip by david@riyadh
Hello to everyone, I have been living now for about 2 years in Riyadh and I am preparing my final exit in the most adventurous way possible. I am considering to come back to Paris with a 4x4, at the end of april. I am planning to go through ...
Great idea, I was thinking of returning home by road too some day even though I have not even arrived in KSA yet :) What type of 4x4 will you be driving ? You will certainly be going through a few hot spots en route to France. I look forward to ... Read More
Rent Payment
Hello people, I have been looking online at various apartment options for my impending arrival. Can anybody explain the reason why rent cannot be paid monthly. If you give the landlord a years rent upfront and something goes wrong you dont have ... Read More
Irish visa process
Hi everyone ( 'hi doctor Nick' ), I have accepted a job in Riyadh as an architect and I expect to be there in about 3 weeks. I would like to ask anyone who has been through the visa process from Ireland how long it took, what is the police ... Read More