saharadesert
English looking for information about Oman
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Lives in Sur, Ash Sharqiyah
Registration: 12 February 2012
Safety in Cairo? Opinion on these international schools?
Hello, To all female expats in Cairo now, could you please share what the safety situation is like in Cairo these days ? Is it better to live in Maadi or New Cairo- I am looking for neighborhoods with less pollution (if that is even possible), ... Read More
Does Al Wakra have a mall?
Just wondering if there are lots of things to do in Al Wakra? Did the new mall open? Read More
Salary for 10 years teaching experience at school in Kuwait?
Thanks for that information szc53! :) Read More
Salary for 10 years teaching experience at school in Kuwait?
Hello, Just wondering if this is a fair salary or if I should ask for more? On top of 1120KWD monthly I will receive semi furnished housing, paid utilities, medical insurance and yearly flights. Read More
Has anyone heard of Ajial Bilingual School?
What makes it a bad school? Read More
Has anyone heard of Ajial Bilingual School?
Has anyone heard of this school ? Is this a good school? Read More
Is driving in Muscat on right or left hand side ? by saharadesert
Hi, As I will be driving in Muscat, I was wondering if people drive on the left or right hand side ? Thanks....
Thank you gunner757...I didn't realize my mistake until now!!! :) Read More
Is driving in Muscat on right or left hand side ? by saharadesert
Hi, As I will be driving in Muscat, I was wondering if people drive on the left or right hand side ? Thanks....
Hmmmmmm..........................are you sure.....I was told this ? Vehicles drive on the right in Oman. The usual speed limits are 120km/h on dual-carriageways, 100km/h on single carriageways, and either 60km/h or 80km/h in built-up areas. Cars ... Read More
Is driving in Muscat on right or left hand side ?
Hi, As I will be driving in Muscat, I was wondering if people drive on the left or right hand side ? Thanks.... Read More
Clothing for plus-size (curvy) women ?? Finding good tailors ?
MANY thanks deemonisha....that is all very helpful information. Read More
Clothing for plus-size (curvy) women ?? Finding good tailors ?
Can I get clothes made for a decent price in Muscat ? Are there good tailors ? Are there lots of fabric stores to choose from ? Do the malls carry plus-size clothing for women ? Read More
Taxis versus renting a car in MUSCAT ? by saharadesert
Are there lots of taxis in Muscat ? Are they metered ? How much does it cost to rent a basic car per month in Muscat ? Can anyone recommend the best gyms to belong to in Muscat ?
Sumitran, Many, many thanks for this information. I also heard that it is better to rent a car than take taxis but I was not sure. I also heard you can rent a car at 170 OR per month. By the way, can I get clothes made for a decent price in Muscat ... Read More
Taxis versus renting a car in MUSCAT ?
Are there lots of taxis in Muscat ? Are they metered ? How much does it cost to rent a basic car per month in Muscat ? Can anyone recommend the best gyms to belong to in Muscat ? Read More
What is there to do in Fujairah ?
Hello, I will soon be moving to Fujairah. Are there shopping malls, grocery stores, women's spas, nice gyms, and movie theaters there ? Are there private, clean beaches ? Is it easy to find taxis ? Would you say the cost of living is cheaper ... Read More
pollution and cost of living in Istanbul ?
Hello, 1) How bad is the pollution in Istanbul during the year ? 2) How high is the cost of living ? Is it like Paris or London ? If your housing is paid- can you live well on $28, 000 per year ? 3) Are the winters in Istanbul very cold ... Read More
Cost of living in Nouakchott/ 2012 ?
Hello, Just wondering what the cost of living is like in Nouakchott these days ? I will be paid $24,000 dollars a year plus the company pays my housing and my utilities. Read More
For all the ladies in Al-Khobar/INFO. Needed PLEASE !!
Hello, Can we start a little coversation here about living in Al-Khobar as a woman ? How many of you go out to malls on your own ? How many of you do not cover your hair ? How have you enjoyed your stay in Al-Khobar so far ? What kinds of ... Read More
NEED A PLACE TO LIVE IN? I AM HERE TO HELP! by paulcastro
Good Day! My name is Paul and I am currently a property/investment consultant for one of the biggest real estate company in the Kingdom. I have seen that there are quite a few of inquiries regarding residential spaces for expats like myself here ...
Yes I am also curious about Al Khobar ? What about Al Dorra Suites ? Read More
HELP !! Al Dorra Suites/Al Khobar ??
Does anyone know about these suites in Al Khobar ? Are they nice and modern ? Are they well-kept ? Thank-you ! Read More
Relocating to Khobar by broxy1973
Hi How's it going? How you going? Depending on where you're from;0 Our family,originally from Scotland,Living in West Australia are moving over to Al Khobar for a couple of years. Looking forward to meeting as many expats as poss,while over ...
Anybody hear of Al Durrahcompound in Al Khobar ? It is next to Al Rashid Mall. I can't find a website for this place. Is it nice ? Thanks. Read More
NEED A PLACE TO LIVE IN? I AM HERE TO HELP! by paulcastro
Good Day! My name is Paul and I am currently a property/investment consultant for one of the biggest real estate company in the Kingdom. I have seen that there are quite a few of inquiries regarding residential spaces for expats like myself here ...
I have PM'd you Paul ! Read More
Which is the better city, Dammam or Khobar?? by Alliecat
Just curious ... :)
Helllllooooo out there ...... Anybody know the answers to my questions ?? Read More
Can they keep your passport but issue an iqama ? Is this legal ? by saharadesert
My sponsor says it is the law in Saudi that they keep my passport but they will issue me an Iqama. They also said that whenever I need to travel I can just ask for my passport and pay the $60 travel visa.... Is holding ones passport legal in the ...
I say that if this is against Saudi law then ones passport should NOT be held from you. Read More
Which is the better city, Dammam or Khobar?? by Alliecat
Just curious ... :)
I am also curious about Al Khobar. Anyone know about Eurovillage Compound and the International Programs School ? What kinds of things are there to do in Al-Khobar for single ladies ? Read More
Eurovillage Compound in Al-Khobar ??? Life for single ladies ?
Any thoughts on all of this ? Read More
Sharbatly Village Compound in Jeddah ? Info please !! HELP ! by saharadesert
Does anyone know what Sharbatly Village compound is like i Jeddah ? I have Googled and read on one forum that it dates back to the 80s ? Is this true ? Is it well-kept and modern or old and worn down ?
Simplysk: I have sent you a private mail on this forum as I have many questions about life in Jeddah. Thanks. Read More
Sharbatly Village Compound in Jeddah ? Info please !! HELP ! by saharadesert
Does anyone know what Sharbatly Village compound is like i Jeddah ? I have Googled and read on one forum that it dates back to the 80s ? Is this true ? Is it well-kept and modern or old and worn down ?
simplysk= Are you in Jeddah ? Have you been to Sharbatly Village ? Read More
Is Jeddah and Al-Khobar more relaxed that Riyadh for single females ? by saharadesert
Just wondering as a single female if Jeddah and Al-Khobar are more relaxed for single females in terms of having to cover ones hair ? I hear Riyadh is very conservative ?
No you are fine. Relax buddy.;) Read More
Is Jeddah and Al-Khobar more relaxed that Riyadh for single females ? by saharadesert
Just wondering as a single female if Jeddah and Al-Khobar are more relaxed for single females in terms of having to cover ones hair ? I hear Riyadh is very conservative ?
danish luv= are you a female or male ? Just wondering cause I think it is easier for males on here to say "relax buddy" ! LOL.... Read More
Can they keep your passport but issue an iqama ? Is this legal ? by saharadesert
My sponsor says it is the law in Saudi that they keep my passport but they will issue me an Iqama. They also said that whenever I need to travel I can just ask for my passport and pay the $60 travel visa.... Is holding ones passport legal in the ...
Oh well...I'll just have to deal with my passport being kept (except for when I travel out of KSA) and be satisfied with the iqama AND trust my employer..... Guess that's life in KSA.... Read More
Is Jeddah and Al-Khobar more relaxed that Riyadh for single females ? by saharadesert
Just wondering as a single female if Jeddah and Al-Khobar are more relaxed for single females in terms of having to cover ones hair ? I hear Riyadh is very conservative ?
Funny to read all your posts. I sure hope the muttawas are not as strict or all over the place in Jeddah !! I was hoping young Saudis in their 20s to 30s have changed their views on covering ones hair with the influence of globalization ? Am I wrong ... Read More
Sharbatly Village Compound in Jeddah ? Info please !! HELP !
Does anyone know what Sharbatly Village compound is like i Jeddah ? I have Googled and read on one forum that it dates back to the 80s ? Is this true ? Is it well-kept and modern or old and worn down ? Read More
Is Jeddah and Al-Khobar more relaxed that Riyadh for single females ? by saharadesert
Just wondering as a single female if Jeddah and Al-Khobar are more relaxed for single females in terms of having to cover ones hair ? I hear Riyadh is very conservative ?
So in conlusion, in Jeddah (and Al-Khobar) a single, un-married female does not have to cover her hair....Am I right ? Read More
Is Jeddah and Al-Khobar more relaxed that Riyadh for single females ?
Just wondering as a single female if Jeddah and Al-Khobar are more relaxed for single females in terms of having to cover ones hair ? I hear Riyadh is very conservative ? Read More
Can they keep your passport but issue an iqama ? Is this legal ? by saharadesert
My sponsor says it is the law in Saudi that they keep my passport but they will issue me an Iqama. They also said that whenever I need to travel I can just ask for my passport and pay the $60 travel visa.... Is holding ones passport legal in the ...
So does that mean it is okay to work for a company that issues you an iqama but keeps your passport (unless you decide to travel and then they give it to you for that purpose) ? I want to make the right decision before accepting the job. Thanks. Read More
Can they keep your passport but issue an iqama ? Is this legal ?
My sponsor says it is the law in Saudi that they keep my passport but they will issue me an Iqama. They also said that whenever I need to travel I can just ask for my passport and pay the $60 travel visa.... Is holding ones passport legal in the ... Read More
Jeddah Knowledge School ? Any information ?
Hi, I would like updated information on this school. Does anyone know what the school is like ? Does it have modern facilities and a good reputation ? Thanks. Read More