andsoitis
Saudi expat in the United Arab Emirates
Forum posts
34
About me
Saudi
Lives in Dubai
Speaks english
Registration: 15 July 2011
How can I get married
I got married in Dubai.... that dont help you but in the process i did a lot of research on getting wed in Sri Lanka.... its easy... just need your passports and papers to say neither are married, then 4 days in country and can do ... we did ... Read More
Party Time in Jeddah !!!! by MikaTect
Hi everyone!! :cool: Just wondering, if there are any BBQ party's going on in any of the compounds? I mean, its suppose to be summer time!!, that mean's BBQ!! Well, i know, its summer everyday in Jeddah, but,its a good excuse to have a BBQ party ...
:lol::lol::lol::lol::lol::lol::lol::lol: can see where this will end :lol::lol::lol::lol::lol::lol::lol: Read More
Accomodations on my first day and beyond: where to start? by msf43
Hi friends, do you have any recommendations on where to stay before securing housing? Secondly, what are the precise steps I should take to find housing and is the public transportation easy to navigate for a new expat?(I read the guide and perused ...
nope... no different ... public transport :D Read More
Considering a move by Helen321
Hi all, This question has probably been posted countless times, but here we go. We are a family of four currently living in Australia (but from UK). We moved here last year but had not anticipated the massive cost of living. My partner is a civil ...
I agree with the advice, on that wage you could have a fantastic lifestyle here and still manage to secure your future elsewhere / back in the UK. My advice would be to ensure, if he is successful, that you go through the contract with a fine ... Read More
where to exchange SAR to $$ in Jeddah by andsoitis
Can anyone tell if if how and where I can exchange SAR into $$$ is jeddah? I am heading to Sri Lanka where I have booked a tour and must pay in $$ when i arrive your help is appreciated
nope.. my account is uk account thanks cobonedeals... will go try thre Read More
where to exchange SAR to $$ in Jeddah by andsoitis
Can anyone tell if if how and where I can exchange SAR into $$$ is jeddah? I am heading to Sri Lanka where I have booked a tour and must pay in $$ when i arrive your help is appreciated
yes i think if as a last resort i can exchange at airport in jeddah.. but the rate will be shocking .. i dont want to have to convert sar to another currency and then to dollars just straight to dollars... Read More
where to exchange SAR to $$ in Jeddah by andsoitis
Can anyone tell if if how and where I can exchange SAR into $$$ is jeddah? I am heading to Sri Lanka where I have booked a tour and must pay in $$ when i arrive your help is appreciated
hmmm this is looking difficult ? Read More
where to exchange SAR to $$ in Jeddah
Can anyone tell if if how and where I can exchange SAR into $$$ is jeddah? I am heading to Sri Lanka where I have booked a tour and must pay in $$ when i arrive your help is appreciated 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. ...
can anyone tell me where in jeddah i can get dollars... headind for sri lanka on honeymoon Read More
New in Jeddah - Any expats to meet up? by marypoppins_76
Hi all, Been in Jeddah for 2 weeks now and whilst I am loving the blue sky and sunshine I am slowly going mad. I am here working and live in a private house and I am finding it impossible to meet other expats. If there is anyone out there please say ...
welcome to the magic kingdom Read More
anyone looking for home gym equipment?
I am sorry if this is in the wrong section moderators, :( Bowflex 3 Series Treadmill Great Condition RRP: 6000 SAR Selling at 1500 SAR 85kg Free Weight Set c/w 2 x full bars, 2 Dumbells, Bench Great Condition Selling at 800SAR selling for a ... Read More
Opticians in Jeddah by andsoitis
Can anyone recommend a good optician please thank you
do you know where it is ? its located ground floor at the bottom of the food court escalators.... i need a bloody dentists now ! (and a beer of course hey ho) Read More
Opticians in Jeddah by andsoitis
Can anyone recommend a good optician please thank you
it was very good Geoff and the service was great.. i would not have said recommend otherwise :o the test room is a bit of a store room though but the test thourough Read More
Beaches
check out durrat al aroos where i live... plenty of good snorkeling to be had (google earth) Read More
anyone up for some fishin by andsoitis
Hi all. I got here 6 weeks ago and work north of Jeddah at the university... but live in a place called Durat al arus I am renting a boat for an 8 hr fishing trip, and would be able to get a couple of others into the pace to join me... food on ...
dj.. i did message you about our beaches here... :o) let me know when your over again... I live in the marina .. your welcome to come fishin Read More
anyone up for some fishin by andsoitis
Hi all. I got here 6 weeks ago and work north of Jeddah at the university... but live in a place called Durat al arus I am renting a boat for an 8 hr fishing trip, and would be able to get a couple of others into the pace to join me... food on ...
if you head down to the port and the shops there you will find things... i will start organising some trips after ramadan :o) Read More
Golf in Saudi by shenry
Does anyone play? I love the game and was excited to find out there is a "course" near by. desertlakesgolfcourse.com/ Has anyone seen/played this course? Or any course like it in Saudi for that matter?
QUESTION:\ If there was a quality Golf Driving Range in Jeddah do you think it would be popular? Read More
British female looking to move to Jeddah by Kat2404
Hi everyone, I'm looking to move to Jeddah in October as a nurse in King Faisal Hospital and just wondered if anyone could give me any need to know advice. I have reasearched the cultural differences there and think it will be a new and exciting ...
WELCOME.. if you can duck past the 10000 personal messages you are likely to get here then stick about... quite a few women around who will give you sound advice... did they tell you where you will be living outside of work..?. that is the key ... Read More
Road Accident between A Jeep & A Passenger Bus by mirzayasir4
I travel daily from home to office via mini Passenger Bus. The distance is about 15 km from home and it takes about 45 minutes to my trip. Today (24th July 2011) while coming to office I have seen a road accidents that happened between a mini ...
not too sure why id want to see that sorry... GRIM Read More
Opticians in Jeddah by andsoitis
Can anyone recommend a good optician please thank you
hey all for info i went to vision express in red sea mall.. eye test on site and sorted with some spiffing oakleys... was a good experience and very helpful.. recommend Read More
anyone up for some fishin by andsoitis
Hi all. I got here 6 weeks ago and work north of Jeddah at the university... but live in a place called Durat al arus I am renting a boat for an 8 hr fishing trip, and would be able to get a couple of others into the pace to join me... food on ...
hey as i said the boat for tomorrow morning is full now but we will have another in 3 weeks, or possibly after Ramadan tight lines Read More
Opticians in Jeddah
Can anyone recommend a good optician please thank you Read More
British girls looking for friends in Jeddah by CallyW
Hello, Me and my friend are two 24 year old British girls looking to meet people in Jeddah. I am not sure if we will be in a compound but would like some tips to try and at least have some fun. Cheers :) Selena & Cally
actually... the best chicken is from road side chicken bbq in Dharban... finger lickin mega good.... Read More
British girls looking for friends in Jeddah by CallyW
Hello, Me and my friend are two 24 year old British girls looking to meet people in Jeddah. I am not sure if we will be in a compound but would like some tips to try and at least have some fun. Cheers :) Selena & Cally
welcome to the magic kingdom :0) Read More
new member moving to Jeddah for work - female by dbroschard
I have been offered a position in Jeddah working at a college. I would like to be pointed towards any blogs or tips for an American female living and working in Jeddah. My husband will have visit visa but he will not be living there as of yet. I ...
hi and welcome.... my only tip... ensure that they find you a great compound and not some ;little one Read More
anyone up for some fishin by andsoitis
Hi all. I got here 6 weeks ago and work north of Jeddah at the university... but live in a place called Durat al arus I am renting a boat for an 8 hr fishing trip, and would be able to get a couple of others into the pace to join me... food on ...
boats now full thank you another in three weeks Read More
anyone up for some fishin by andsoitis
Hi all. I got here 6 weeks ago and work north of Jeddah at the university... but live in a place called Durat al arus I am renting a boat for an 8 hr fishing trip, and would be able to get a couple of others into the pace to join me... food on ...
yeah.. apparently it better and of course a lot cooler... these guys have hand lines, but you can bring rods. i also have a contact now for getting out deeper and trolling... but its expensive and better in the autumn Read More
anyone up for some fishin
Hi all. I got here 6 weeks ago and work north of Jeddah at the university... but live in a place called Durat al arus I am renting a boat for an 8 hr fishing trip, and would be able to get a couple of others into the pace to join me... food on ... Read More
Any private beach in Jeddah for women? by Guest734
Hey everyone! I'm having a difficult time looking for a private beach for women where I could chill and relax. Can anyone please recommend me a good place? Thanks.
try silver sands beach.. thats where i / we go... or durrat al arus :0) Read More