1finny
English looking for information about Kuwait
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Lives in York
Registration: 01 June 2011
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Renting a car?? by msjaydee
So...my search for a driver has failed. I hate taking a taxi everywhere, it is such a hassle. Especially when you have just moved into an unfurnished place and constantly realize you forgot to buy something. My fear of driving in Kuwait will just ...
If you are a 'resident' of Kuwait your international driving licence is not good enough. You need to have a Kuwait driving licence. Having said that, you will only get a fine if you get caught (around 30 KD) Read More
Moving over in April!!! by Kayvictoria
Hello everyone!! Hoping you are all very well!! Will be moving over to Kuwait sometime in April...so excited!! My partner and I will be working in retail operations with Alshaya. Taking into account we will likely join the Al Corniche beach club ...
The problems with driving are over rated. It looks a bit scary and, there are a few idiots around but, once you get used to it it is ok. The key is to start driving as soon as you get out here. I was driving within a month (not necessarily with the ... Read More
Moving over in April!!! by Kayvictoria
Hello everyone!! Hoping you are all very well!! Will be moving over to Kuwait sometime in April...so excited!! My partner and I will be working in retail operations with Alshaya. Taking into account we will likely join the Al Corniche beach club ...
Hi And welcome to Alshaya. I joined in September last year and my wife is just going through the residency process. Corniche is a great club.... but the most expensive. Palms is good, cheaper but out of Salmiya and further away from the office. (If ... Read More
Coming to Kuwait in September with my wife. Scared + excited! by 1finny
It will probably be easier for me as I will be working. My wife is very nervous about finding 'things to do' with the right people. Any help greatly appreciated On a practical point - What is the Skype position in Kuwait? What is the best/cheapest ...
Wow What a reply? I'm here now and enjoying it. My wife joins me soon too :) lots of good information here. Many thanks Read More
The Grand Mosque Tour and other things by 1finny
Hi - help needed. How do I find out about a tour of the Grande Mosque. Also I have been told about the 'Friday Souk' and the Vegetable Market. Anyone know where they are located? thanks in advance
Thanks Mo Especially with the advice on the market. I'll give that a miss. Read More
The Grand Mosque Tour and other things
Hi - help needed. How do I find out about a tour of the Grande Mosque. Also I have been told about the 'Friday Souk' and the Vegetable Market. Anyone know where they are located? thanks in advance Read More
Activity group (Basketball, scuba, running, cafe's) by mo.mughrabi
Hi all, Kuwait can be a bit boring if you are alone. So, I had an idea few months ago to post in public forums about putting a basketball team together, every Friday morning, surprisingly a lot of people showed up and it was a huge success. Now ...
Mo, I'm interested in Scuba. I have no licences so would really be a beginner. Read More
Alcohol by 1finny
So, I know the situation regarding legality. I'm getting conflicting advice about taking alcohol into the country for private consumption. Am told they will turn a blind eye to wine in the foil (from boxed wine). I'm coming for the first time on ...
Good advice. Thanks guys Read More
Alcohol by 1finny
So, I know the situation regarding legality. I'm getting conflicting advice about taking alcohol into the country for private consumption. Am told they will turn a blind eye to wine in the foil (from boxed wine). I'm coming for the first time on ...
It certainly does help. I was told they couldn't detect the liquid because it was in foil! Read More
Activity group (Basketball, scuba, running, cafe's) by mo.mughrabi
Hi all, Kuwait can be a bit boring if you are alone. So, I had an idea few months ago to post in public forums about putting a basketball team together, every Friday morning, surprisingly a lot of people showed up and it was a huge success. Now ...
Hi Mo I'm descending on Kuwait on saturday for the first time. Would be interested in scuba diving but have no 'formal' licences. I have done a couple of dives but am probably best described as beginner. Any good? Read More
Alcohol
So, I know the situation regarding legality. I'm getting conflicting advice about taking alcohol into the country for private consumption. Am told they will turn a blind eye to wine in the foil (from boxed wine). I'm coming for the first time on ... Read More
Coming to Kuwait in September with my wife. Scared + excited! by 1finny
It will probably be easier for me as I will be working. My wife is very nervous about finding 'things to do' with the right people. Any help greatly appreciated On a practical point - What is the Skype position in Kuwait? What is the best/cheapest ...
Thanks for that. looks like I'll be out in September! Read More
Coming to Kuwait in September with my wife. Scared + excited! by 1finny
It will probably be easier for me as I will be working. My wife is very nervous about finding 'things to do' with the right people. Any help greatly appreciated On a practical point - What is the Skype position in Kuwait? What is the best/cheapest ...
Bhaas thanks so much for that. it looks like Skype is good (already downloaded) and BB contact will be great for two adult boys at home.:) Read More
Coming to Kuwait in September with my wife. Scared + excited!
It will probably be easier for me as I will be working. My wife is very nervous about finding 'things to do' with the right people. Any help greatly appreciated On a practical point - What is the Skype position in Kuwait? What is the best/cheapest ... Read More