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boltonboy

Paul

@boltonboy

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English looking for information about Bahrain

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English

Lives in Manchester

Speaks English, American, Australian, Irish.

Registration: 27 April 2013

boltonboy
boltonboy replied to a thread
12 years ago

Furniture

I am currently in a compound in Saudi, looking for property in bahrain. It is my intention (I think) to send beds,Tvs, sofas etc over from uk, in the time it takes this to arrive is there anywhere my wife can look online to buy beds, and bits of ... Read More

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boltonboy replied to a thread
12 years ago

UK licence - what can I do?

Cheer Jo, Think I am sorted, one of the bahrain directors is going to take me across the causeway and lend me his car for the 4 days then as you suggested take me back across to my car in saudi after. Can't find out if its all legal but he doesn't ... Read More

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boltonboy replied to a thread
12 years ago

UK licence - what can I do?

Can I hire a car in Bahrain? Read More

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boltonboy replied to a thread
12 years ago

UK licence - what can I do?

Hi all, I have read the many posts on the forum and the link as to getting by on an international licence, this info is great, however, I don't have the time I only have 2 days. I am currently in Saudi in a hire 4x4 my company has hired for me to ... Read More

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boltonboy replied to a thread
12 years ago
boltonboy

Service apartments? by boltonboy

I need a service apartment 2 bedrooms for 1 month starting 5 December. Needs to be clean. Does anyone have any ideas where to try? Paul

boltonboy

Please can you pm me his email Jo, I will drop him a message! Read More

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boltonboy replied to a thread
12 years ago
boltonboy

Service apartments? by boltonboy

I need a service apartment 2 bedrooms for 1 month starting 5 December. Needs to be clean. Does anyone have any ideas where to try? Paul

boltonboy

Thanks Jo, but it's over Xmas. Karina and daughter flying in on x,as day night, they want Xmas eve in UK and Xmas night in bahrain. My mum is coming out early dec for my birthday hence the need for a month! I don't know who or what bilal is?? Read More

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boltonboy created a thread
12 years ago

Service apartments?

I need a service apartment 2 bedrooms for 1 month starting 5 December. Needs to be clean. Does anyone have any ideas where to try? Paul Read More

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boltonboy replied to a thread
12 years ago
JST4FUN

Any Al Ventura neighbors??? by JST4FUN

Just got in Wed and getting settled in. So is there anyone here from the Al Ventura Compound??

boltonboy

I only arrived 3 days ago myself! I will ask at my company tomorrow for you! Read More

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12 years ago
JST4FUN

Any Al Ventura neighbors??? by JST4FUN

Just got in Wed and getting settled in. So is there anyone here from the Al Ventura Compound??

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Can't fault it steviehouse, place is superb. Read More

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12 years ago
JST4FUN

Any Al Ventura neighbors??? by JST4FUN

Just got in Wed and getting settled in. So is there anyone here from the Al Ventura Compound??

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MohSwellem, The compound is fantastic, I understand one of the best in the area. Food is great, laundry on site, reception very helpful, good gym an pool. Everyone very friendly. You have done very well to get in, the waiting list is huge. Read More

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boltonboy replied to a thread
12 years ago

Sat nav?

Looking at upgrading my Tom Tom back in the UK with ME maps at a cost of about $140. Has anyone used Tom Tom maps in Bahrain / Saudi, or would anyone recommend another supplier (cheaper). Where is the best place to buy sat navs should i purchase ... Read More

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boltonboy replied to a thread
12 years ago

PAYG Mobile sim with 3G

Just bumping this back up to the top, I arrive soon and would really appreciate any help anyone can give. Thanks. Read More

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boltonboy replied to a thread
12 years ago

PAYG Mobile sim with 3G

Hello all, I am due to arrive in Saudi in 2 weeks time from the UK and looking forward to arriving very much. I will be based in Jubail for work but living in Bahrain when my wife and daughter arrive in a couple of months. I shall be bringing my ... Read More

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boltonboy replied to a thread
12 years ago
JST4FUN

Any Al Ventura neighbors??? by JST4FUN

Just got in Wed and getting settled in. So is there anyone here from the Al Ventura Compound??

boltonboy

Can anyone shed any light on what this compound is like? I may be a resident here in 4/6 weeks! Thanks in advance. Read More

boltonboy
boltonboy replied to a thread
12 years ago

Online stores

Alosra select.com Thanks Jo! Read More

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boltonboy replied to a thread
12 years ago

Online stores

Good evening, I was wondering if any of the hypermarkets had websites like we have in the UK for my own costing purposes? Something along the lines as Tesco or Asda (Walmart) in the UK? Trying google but to no avail! 4 weeks and counting now ... Read More

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boltonboy replied to a thread
12 years ago
pajaroflor

Abaya by pajaroflor

OK gals! Please send your fave abaya shops, tailor/seamstress, boutique , whatever....Gotta get my KSA " wardrobe" ready. I'm rather tall 5'10" and its been a problem on previous trips...I have all these abayas that are SHORTer than they should ...

boltonboy

Hi All, I don't want to hijack the tread but as it relates to the title I have added a couple of questions. I am due to arrive in Saudi in October, residing in Bahrain from mid next year along with my wife. Whilst I spend a few months in Saudi my ... Read More

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boltonboy created a thread
12 years ago

Business visa

Hi all, Does anyone know any details about Business Visa's (issued for Saudi)?. Specifically the process of whether I can still get into bahrain from saudi with one until my full visa is issued? Thanks. Read More

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12 years ago
Isam M.

Car Export Germany - Saudi Arabi. Looking for Partners in Saudi Arabia by Isam M.

My name is Isam M. I was born in Syria in 1978 and have been living in Cologne / Germany since 1989. I have been dealing in new and used cars for 15 years and have long-established contacts to major car dealers in Cologne, Bonn and the rest of ...

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Air con is not a problem, just needs a different sort of gas, not expensive at all!! Read More

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boltonboy replied to a thread
12 years ago
Mummywatson

Working out monthly costings by Mummywatson

Hi, I have read through a lot of the cost of living threads. Is it possible to just check the rough costs of the following please: I would want to hire a car for the cildren and myself, from what I have heard the driving is a tad scary in Bahrain ...

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Farhaz, Very informative. Very interested in the club costs, that's interesting to know that membership in one helps you get into another. Is there any info online or more details elsewhere regarding this? Paul. Read More

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boltonboy replied to a thread
12 years ago

Communication

With the advertisement backin the Uk from British Telecom with the strap line - 'it's good to talk'! I have a simple question. What is the best method of communication with people back at home? Some my age will have iPhones/iPads so Face time is ... Read More

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boltonboy replied to a thread
12 years ago
Mummywatson

Nervous about potential move to Bahrain by Mummywatson

Hi, I was wondering if anyone can give me any advice about moving to Bahrain and settling in. My husband has potentially got a new job and it would be a good salary, I have read through a lot of the cost of living threads and think we should be ok ...

boltonboy

Mummywatson, You are in the right place for advice, I too will be moving in 7 weeks ( however for the first 8months I am moving alone). There are many a group to help you settle in. I am sure you will get all the help you need right here on ... Read More

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boltonboy replied to a thread
12 years ago
Josnuggles

New laws regarding CPR for women who's husbands work in Saudi by Josnuggles

It was announced a week ago that NO CPR's will be given to women who's husbands work in Saudi Arabia without the woman (and children) having an Iqama first. This have been fought against since implemented, hence me not posting earlier but to no ...

boltonboy

To follow on from Jo's post- What is the protocol of living in bahrain but working in saudi? My employer (i think) will get my family and I a residence permit for saudi, but I have it in my contract they are allowing me to live in Bahrain. I ... Read More

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boltonboy replied to a thread
12 years ago

Furnished or unfurnished is the question?

Jo I have PM you. This way you can speak to the boss (wife) who will let you know what I want/need. Thank you. Read More

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boltonboy replied to a thread
12 years ago

Furnished or unfurnished is the question?

Hi all, Just out of interest I have been looking at villas on the web- bahrain property world. I understand the difference between what furnished and unfurnished are however- what I can't work out is what he general cost differences are. I have ... Read More

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boltonboy replied to a thread
12 years ago
SafeAce

Best Dermatologist for Hair care in Bahrain? by SafeAce

Hey guys, I recently moved from Toronto, Canada to Bahrain. Enjoying life so far, but the water here doesn't seem to be suiting my hair. I'm losing hair on a consistent basis and was hoping to go to a good dermatologist for hair loss prevention. ...

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My wife has just read this post! She has asked me to find out what the problem is causing hair loss as she is moving over to Bahrain shortly. Can anyone on the forum shed any light, is this a common issue? Paul Read More

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boltonboy replied to a thread
12 years ago
Ayaledahir

Newbie seeking general advice by Ayaledahir

Greetings all, I am Ayale, also known as Lee, from England. I shall be moving to Manama within the next couple of days to work as a teacher. I was hoping I could get some answers to several lingering questions in my head. Well...strangely enough ...

boltonboy

Lee/Ayale, You are not alone in your questions as i am also in the transition of a move from UK to Bahrain in a couple of months. However back to your questions, this Bahrain forum is one of the best ones on the whole site, there are some very ... Read More

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boltonboy replied to a thread
12 years ago
boltonboy

Mosquitos and creepy crawleys by boltonboy

Hi all, Trust you are all well and making good use of the weather. Hope your all having many bbq's. Quick question: what is the situation with mosquitos in bahrain. Also are there any other creepy crawleys that one should be aware off? Ps- i may ...

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Thanks to you all. Scottrace that is good to know. Not that I'm scared or anything?!!! Hopefully saudi will be the same! Look forward to meeting some of you soon. Paul Read More

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12 years ago
boltonboy

Jubail accommodation - compound by boltonboy

Hi all, I am new to this forum, I have posted on the bahrain forum a few time. I am due to start work at the end of October for a Saudi company, my office will be in Jubail, with travel throughout Saudi. As my office is in Jubail I will require ...

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Has anyone heard or had dealings with Ventura compound?????? Can't believe 25 people have viewed this post but no one knows anything to help or assist me?! Read More

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boltonboy created a thread
12 years ago

Jubail accommodation - compound

Hi all, I am new to this forum, I have posted on the bahrain forum a few time. I am due to start work at the end of October for a Saudi company, my office will be in Jubail, with travel throughout Saudi. As my office is in Jubail I will require ... Read More

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boltonboy created a thread
12 years ago

Mosquitos and creepy crawleys

Hi all, Trust you are all well and making good use of the weather. Hope your all having many bbq's. Quick question: what is the situation with mosquitos in bahrain. Also are there any other creepy crawleys that one should be aware off? Ps- i may ... Read More

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boltonboy replied to a thread
12 years ago

Amazing forum- be proud.

All, I would like to thank you all for all the help and assistance this forum and its people have given to both my wife and I. Without your help, I would have never even attempted to move 5000miles away from my home land. I know I have difficult ... Read More

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boltonboy replied to a thread
12 years ago

Employment/ Income insurance?

jo, Income protection doesn't cover outside UK. My medical insurance will be covered by my employer. so at present don't have any details. Ill keep searching. P Read More

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boltonboy replied to a thread
12 years ago
Daisy_bahrain

Help needed- Studying and london & need help for accomodation by Daisy_bahrain

Hi everyone on this board I`m from bahrain, no expat here, but I thought I could benefit from the knowledge of some of the expats here on this board, so here I go :) I`m a 28 yr old bahraini female, I will be studying in the UK for my masters ...

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Daisy, Although not from London Im from Manchester it is pretty much the same. Student accommodation is usually for the whole year, normally Sept through to June the following year. For this reason 99% of the student accommodation will be the ... Read More

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boltonboy replied to a thread
12 years ago

Employment/ Income insurance?

Good afternoon all, I wondered if anyone on the forum had taken out any income protection insurance. I a due to start work in SA, living in Bahrain. I have spoken to a couple of international companies in the UK. They seem to be offering only ... Read More

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boltonboy created a thread
12 years ago

Living in Bahrain , working in Saudi Arabia- Problem?

Hello everyone, I'm a little confused-its not that unusual at times! I have accepted a job,and I'm just about to sign my contract and return however............ My company has said that I will be employed in SA by a sub company of the main ... Read More

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boltonboy replied to a thread
12 years ago
boltonboy

Shipping items to Bahrain from UK by boltonboy

Hello everyone, I thank you all for the help that you have given me so far, my decision has been made and I have accepted the job to start very late Oct or 1st Nov. As I will be leaving my wife in the UK with my daughter (GCSE's next year) she ...

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Thanks Jo and all who have supplied answers. Read More

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boltonboy created a thread
12 years ago

Sending parcel fro UK

Hi All. Please can you good individuals please assist me. When I arrive in Bahrain what is the cheapest method of sending individual parcel items to me from the UK?. It will be just bits and bobs that I will need say a box 50cmx60cmx50cm about ... Read More

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12 years ago
boltonboy

Shipping items to Bahrain from UK by boltonboy

Hello everyone, I thank you all for the help that you have given me so far, my decision has been made and I have accepted the job to start very late Oct or 1st Nov. As I will be leaving my wife in the UK with my daughter (GCSE's next year) she ...

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Thanks to all we have posted, To let others know I have spoken with a company today- when I get full details I will post on here but....... no.1 twenty foot container delivered to the north west of England, self loaded over 5 hours, delivered to ... Read More

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boltonboy created a thread
12 years ago

Shipping items to Bahrain from UK

Hello everyone, I thank you all for the help that you have given me so far, my decision has been made and I have accepted the job to start very late Oct or 1st Nov. As I will be leaving my wife in the UK with my daughter (GCSE's next year) she ... Read More

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boltonboy replied to a thread
13 years ago

Fitness first plus

Hi, Does anyone know the prices for the above fitness centre, or what it is like? I want to join a mixed gym if and when I arrive! Maybe someone knows of a better one, I require cardio, pool etc. Read More

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boltonboy replied to a thread
13 years ago
boltonboy

Employment for females? by boltonboy

Hi all, Hope the weather is warm enough for you all. I just require a little help if poss??? My wife will be joining me out in Bahrain next year should I be able to strike the right deal this week coming! [b]Question- I was wondering what ...

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Thanks all for your reply. We have never lived anywhere out of the UK. My wife will not be looking for work straight away as she intends to have some well deserved R and R or the first 12months.:cool: Look forward to seeing some of you soon. Read More

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boltonboy replied to a thread
13 years ago
boltonboy

Employment for females? by boltonboy

Hi all, Hope the weather is warm enough for you all. I just require a little help if poss??? My wife will be joining me out in Bahrain next year should I be able to strike the right deal this week coming! [b]Question- I was wondering what ...

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Jo, I think I may require your help when I get there you seem to know the lay of the land. I got your message, I am not on FB at the moment but will sort it out soon. Are office jobs approx. same as UK salaries, the wife wants to work when she ... Read More

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boltonboy created a thread
13 years ago

Employment for females?

Hi all, Hope the weather is warm enough for you all. I just require a little help if poss??? My wife will be joining me out in Bahrain next year should I be able to strike the right deal this week coming! Question- I was wondering what ... Read More

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boltonboy created a thread
13 years ago

Costings UK to Bahrain

I seem to be posting a lot over the last 24hrs, you are all very helpful individuals. Another couple of questions of help me if possible. 1. Has anyone got any rough costing to hire removals to bring my items over from the UK- I know this is a ... Read More

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boltonboy replied to a thread
13 years ago
boltonboy

Attending school on visitors visa by boltonboy

Hello, After posting in the visa section and getting a good reply, please could someone inform me whether; -if my step daughter moved to Bahrain with my wife and I in the next few months would she be able to attend her last year of schooling on a ...

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Josnuggles you seem like the fountain of knowledge here tonight. Thank you ever so much or all your help and assistance you have been a great help. Hopefully fly out for interview this week, if all goes well we should be out their by ... Read More

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boltonboy created a thread
13 years ago

Attending school on visitors visa

Hello, After posting in the visa section and getting a good reply, please could someone inform me whether; -if my step daughter moved to Bahrain with my wife and I in the next few months would she be able to attend her last year of schooling on a ... Read More

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boltonboy replied to a thread
13 years ago

Help please- Stepdaughter and RP visa?????

Josnuggles thank you ever so much for your prompt reply. You have given me hope that there is an alternative answer should he say NO to the request. Can you confirm that it would just be a case of flying out off Bahrain then say back in the same ... Read More

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boltonboy replied to a thread
13 years ago

Help please- Stepdaughter and RP visa?????

Please help, I have been offered a post living in Bahrain. The offer is to good to refuse however, I have a problem to which I hope someone may be able to help my overcome. I am married (7Yrs),and my wife has a 15yr old daughter (my stepdaughter). ... Read More

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boltonboy joined Bahrain expat community
13 years ago