Andy
@GinSkipper
Scottish expat in Saudi Arabia
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17
About me
Scottish
Lives in Riyadh
Registration: 13 May 2011
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arrived on Monday, hi to all by svenmedic
Hi all, i am a german paramedic who arrived on monday in Riyadh looking forward working in EMS. I really soaked up your forum/blog before i came here to get as much information as possible. Before my flight started in Frankfurt i saw alot of Saudi ...
Hi Svenmedic, The fear of the unknown can often be worse that the reality. I am glad you were able to interact with a local Saudi who put your mind at rest. So have you made a long term move to Saudi and where have you managed to get ... Read More
how much cash to bring by Leedslad
Hi All As some of you may know from my other threads, I am moving to Riyadh in th enext couple of weeks... I wanted to ask, during my first visit to initiate my Iqama process, since I will not be able to open a bank account until that is done, ...
Hi, I can't comment on the typical pay dates here in Saudi as I am still employed via the UK. But I can say that I have no issues using my UK ATM cards here in Saudi. I would suggest that you phone your bank first so that they do not stop your ... Read More
Anyone been to Mad'in Saleh?
Hi All, Has anyone managed a trip to Mad'in Saleh before? http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mada%27in_Saleh As I am only here for a few months it seems like it would be a real shame not catch some visits to Saudi's historical sites - After all the ... Read More
Where to stay for one month by pennyforyourthoughts
I'm going to be in Riyadh for exactly one month for work this summer and I need to figure out where to stay. I'm responsible for finding my own accomodations, and my budget isn't incredibly high, so that rules out the big international chains. My ...
@Roger99 Hi, where did you find it and what kind of services were included e.g. Internet? I am only here for a short time, 3 months unless my contract extends :D I share a 2 bedroom (+ 2 lounges, 2 loo's and kitcken) appartment in Sulaimaniya with ... Read More
What can I do? by Travelling Shoes
Hello All, I have been in Riyadh about a week now with nothing to do. What is there that I can do besides shopping and eating at restaurants?
...like boardgames, chess, checkers, etc...Chess is good, although it's been a few years since I last played :/ I would be happy to have a game either online or in person if that's any help... Cheers Read More
What songs are you listening at this moment... by oraclefusions
Finally the week end arrives :-) and am in love:-) with the songs I mean....and I have a sprained ankle :-( Any one care to share a song at random? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dYnZgV7Kz-M cheers
Just been listening to ZZ Top, AC/DC & Guns n' Roses - That's my tribute to the 80's :cool: Cheers Read More
Red Bull Drag Racing Event.. by kamiii
who's coming ?
Just seen the web site says it starts at 8.30 pm. Slyshooter - you must be attending the pre event hospitality at 5! Enjoy the champagne and dancing girls... :P Cheers Read More
Red Bull Drag Racing Event.. by kamiii
who's coming ?
Thanks slyshooter. Just seen the footage on the internet and looks like fun - I will also be going this evening :) Cheers Read More
Red Bull Drag Racing Event.. by kamiii
who's coming ?
Sounds like a fun event... When and where will it be held? :) Cheers Read More
moving to Riyadh by taff57
Hi, Im back again with more questions. We are looking to buy a new laptop, with web cam for skype use while over there. Would it be best to purchase one over here or over there? Our first 6wks will be spent in Jeddah, then on to Riyadh. Is is ...
Hi Taff, One final point from me about the laptop... I agree with SaudiUK that a local laptop would make it straight forward to get warranty repairs. However, a few retails offer international repair warranty. An example of this is Dell who ... Read More
moving to Riyadh by taff57
Hi, Im back again with more questions. We are looking to buy a new laptop, with web cam for skype use while over there. Would it be best to purchase one over here or over there? Our first 6wks will be spent in Jeddah, then on to Riyadh. Is is ...
If you want a fairly high spec laptop then it's probably best to bring it with you. The computer shops here are excellent and reasonably cheap if you don't want anything too high spec. But newer technology is quite expensive here - I tried to get a ... Read More
Activities in Riyadh by Khi
Guys, I've just moved here last week. And so far the only easy thing to do is finding a mall and places to eat. Food here is quite better than Dubai. Anyhow, what I was wondering is that given I hardly know anyone, maybe some kind hearted soul out ...
@alherault Are ther many (any?) places in this great city that have pool tables? Cheers Read More
They are 3 kind of people in the World. Which 1 are U? by arabianprince
They are 3 kind of people in the World, "People Who Follow, People Who Lead & People Who Follow and Lead" Which 1 are U? @ Captain it is 3 not 2.
Yes that's very true, which I guess is the point of the third way - you can be neither leader nor follower forever. However nobody remembers history's followers: "Men make history and not the other way around. In periods where there is no ... Read More
Trip to the edge of the world outside riyadh by Arbab
Recently quite a few people have asked me the directions towards the edge of the world which is outside Riyadh, since the path is a very trick one. How about if we guys arrange a trip to edge of the world? I know the location, and it would be a ...
Hi, I have seen some of the pictures for this site and it looks totaly amazing. It's on my (short) list of things to cover while I am here :cool: If I get the chance I will be looking in to hiring a 4x4 for a weekend just to get out to this place ... Read More
youtube safety mode by Xtrem
it's bad enough we have google search strict always on , and now we have youtube safety mode always on. this is controlled by the ISP and the country , deleting the cach wont work. i doubt youtube will fix this, since google search has been like ...
Hi, I use a UK based VPN connection (costs about 拢8/month) and seems to work well with no issues. It's better than an anonymous proxy as it also works with streaming UK TV content such as Sky Player, BBC, Five etc... There seems to be plenty ... Read More