mbkd
American expat in Saudi Arabia
Forum posts
10
About me
American
Lives in Riyadh
Speaks English
Registration: 06 September 2011
Skype phones
Hello: Anyone out there using a Skype phone, that is, an actual phone for calling on Skype, as opposed to just using a computer? If so, I would like to know what model, etc. and how it is working for you. Thanks Read More
First day of Eid Monday or Tuesday?
Hi: I'm in the USA. Is the first day of Eid in Riyadh on Monday or Tuesday? Thanks. Read More
Medicine Prescriptions
Hi: Can any one tell me if a prescription is required to buy common pharmaceuticals in Riyadh/KSA. Thanks. Read More
Al Fursan Frequent Flyer
Hi: There is just my wife and myself (no kids) flying back & forth from the States to KSA. Is it best for each of us to have our own membership, or is it better for me to have a membership and then nominate my wife as a "family member" in the Al ... Read More
King Khaled Eye Hospital Compound by narfsnonsense
Hi All, So I've read a lot of the info on this site and you all seem like a nice bunch! I've just been offered a job in King Khaled Eye Hospital and get the impression their compound seems to be a lot stricter than others. Stricter dress code and ...
Thanks for the reply, Musicman. It's not easy to find a whole lot of info on KKESH (google searches, etc.) We are looking forward to some schwarma, and those little pizzas with the rosemary & thyme. Can't think of what those are called (?). ... Read More
King Khaled Eye Hospital Compound by narfsnonsense
Hi All, So I've read a lot of the info on this site and you all seem like a nice bunch! I've just been offered a job in King Khaled Eye Hospital and get the impression their compound seems to be a lot stricter than others. Stricter dress code and ...
Hi: I also will be working at KKESH, very soon. I also would like to have a conversation about working/living at KKESH. I've lived in KSA before, from 1998 to 2001. I lived in Jeddah but also worked in Riyadh for several months. I have visited ... Read More