Allyson
@sandy_storm
English expat in Saudi Arabia
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118
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About me
English
Lives in Riyadh
Speaks English, learning Arabic
Registration: 04 May 2010
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Do and don't in Saudi Arabia - 2015 by Homoud.only
Hi That's true , but still the expenses her cheaper than other countries beside Tax Free, Thanksi think those are the most advantage living here (:
Yes, but usually on private land. Where you cannot be observed by men. Read More
Sports in Saudi Arabia by Priscilla
Hello everyone, The Olympic Games are now just a few days away and we would like to talk about sports. What sports are the most popular and/or unusual in Saudi Arabia? Are sports facilities easily accessible there? Where and how can one ...
I am trying to find out if there are any tai chi classes in Riyadh. Help anyone? Thanks a million Read More
Insurance coverage in Saudi Arabia by Kenjee
Hello everyone, Moving abroad requires adequate insurance coverage. What type of insurance expatriates need the most in Saudi Arabia: health, house or liability insurance? All of them? Do they come as a package? Are there other insurance ...
I agree BUPA are the worst. I had a dislocation of my hip and was left on a trolley for 12 hours while my Husband pleaded with BUPA to cover the emergency. They would not pay and cited "that they do not cover transplants" I have now come ... Read More
Saudi cuisine by Priscilla
Hi, When living abroad, tasting the local cuisine is part of discovering the country. What is your favorite food in Saudi Arabia? What is the local speciality? Share with us the local tastes of Saudi Arabia and why not your best ...
Yum yum!! 😋 I like it too. Perhaps you could write the recipe?? Read More
Driving in Saudi Arabia by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Saudi Arabia? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excessÂ… what are the characteristics of the driving ...
Or not know any traffic rules!! Read More
Driving in Saudi Arabia by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Saudi Arabia? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excessÂ… what are the characteristics of the driving ...
My first thought is, Don't do it !! We live in Riyadh just off the busiest road. There are daily accidents and fender benders. The worst driving is caused by drivers chopping and changing lanes in a queue. They get nowhere and it causes mayhem. ... Read More
Kingdom Compound Coffee Morning by CAF
Ladies (And Gents) For those of you not working during the day, Kingdom Compound is hosting a Coffee morning, but its really a huge Market, tomorrow, Monday from 9-1130am. All of the Íæż½ã½ã women can attend, not so sure about the men, but I have ...
Sure is. 1st Monday of the month :D Read More
Saudi's by stamati76
Hi Everyone, I was having a conversation with a Saudi today who explained that every Saudi would prefer to 'kill themselves' than get a job that was not beneath a Manager. He also went on to explain that ALL Saudi's are rich. Also that all Saudi ...
Perhaps these mega wealthy Saudis would like to share their wealth with the poor of Saudi Arabia. Only a thought!!:unsure Read More
Medicines by cairanya
Does anyone have an English-language list containing what medications are approved in Saudi? Please note that I'm an American, so I can neither get (let alone afford) a year's supply of my medications.
As long as you have a Doctor's letter you should be OK to bring your meds with you. I have never been stopped to check my meds. in five years. You will have insurance I am sure? This will cover you up to a certain amount for current conditions that ... Read More
Transferring SAR to UK bank account by armyoftwo
Hi guys It is my first post so go easy on me. Could anyone tell me what is the easiest (cheapest)method of transferring SAR to a GBP UK bank account? Has anyone tried this and found the most cost effective and secured way of doing this? Thanks in ...
When my Husband and I first got here he was paid cash and we had to transfer money home. We went into a SABB bank and transferred our money there. We thought it might make life easier as we bank with HSBC at home and SABB is the Suadi branch. You ... Read More
Riyadh Map. Add places!!! by Freshlikesushi
So, i started a google maps that everyone can edit. http://goo.gl/maps/8sbKP that is the link. Add places as accurate as possible please. make sure you post a minimum: Name of places Short description Any tips or whatever about the place. your ...
Don't know if it is a good idea to show where people gather in Saudi!!:whistle: Read More
No Hijab in a Western Compound??!! by fotos&butterflies
..sooo....let me get this straight. I'm not allowed to reside in a Western compound even though I'm from a Western country and wear the hijab? I enjoy the freedom of hijab in the US & Canada...but the rules are different inside the compounds? I ...
Why do you want to live on a Western compound if you don't want to live by the majority's way of living? I only ask as would you be happy seeing men in swimwear and girls in bikinis? We have to live by the Saudi rules outside the compounds, inside, ... Read More
Question Of The Day by Maya Maya
hey everyone ;;) hope yall doin great
I'm doing what settles the bills!! What I believe in happens on my days off.:blink: Read More
Who asked you to come to KSA? by Zazai
I have noticed a lot of expatriates moan and whine about the KSA.. the lifestyle and how boring it is. They complain non stop when they get together about the arabs...ladies having to wear the abaya etc. Most of the expatriates have come to the ...
I don't think you are a native Britain, otherwise you would know that the British talk about KSA as we do about the weather back home. It is a way of connecting with people and it gives us an instant topic to talk about, much like the British ... Read More
Black Brit moving to Riyadh to take up Vice Principal post by RaymondPhD
Hi I am moving to Riyadh at the end of August 2012 and just wanted to find out the pros and cons of living in accomodation in a compound. I have been offered housing but i don't think it is in a compound....need to check this out before i fly ...
But if you want a quick answer!! The pros would be things like, a gym, restaurant, company, a swimming pool, Western clothes. You can find out more easily, events happening in Riyadh. Mmm can't think of any cons. Hope all goes well for you, Good ... Read More