MustafaGoldsmith
Saudi expat in Spain
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About me
Saudi
Lives in Madrid
Speaks Arabic, English
Registration: 16 June 2012
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New members of the Spain forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Spain forum? DonÂ’t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
Hello everyone My name is Mustafa Saudi/American 26 y/o Married I work as a Project Engineer Will be moving to Madrid, Spain next month for 1.5 years. :) Read More
Restaurants in Khobar by RedGoblin
Food is a large part of the "entertainment/social life" here in the Kingdom. And thankfully there are some really good joints to grab a quick bite or have a relaxing good meal. I see that this forum has a lot of people from a lot of places around ...
I am personally not a big fan of Brasa Dined there twice and their food is almost tasteless :) Read More
How to overcome homesickness to foreign land? by ronald.domingo17
I know each one of us are experiencing this kind of feeling and this is very normal to every expatriates. Everytime I had this feeling, I see to it I keep myself busy and be sure to be with friends to have a light mood with them, just to past the ...
Also try to go to Bahrain. It helps a lot lol (: Read More
How to overcome homesickness to foreign land? by ronald.domingo17
I know each one of us are experiencing this kind of feeling and this is very normal to every expatriates. Everytime I had this feeling, I see to it I keep myself busy and be sure to be with friends to have a light mood with them, just to past the ...
Actually, what Josnuggles is true. Let me tell you a little story. It's obvious that I'm Saudi, but I lived in the States from 2004-2012. I called the US 'home' at one point because that's where I really found myself and kinda grew up. Then I came ... Read More
Divisoria in Saudi? by soul_crafter316
This might be alienating to others, but Divisoria is the best place to buy anything for a bargain or lower prices. I was wondering if there was a Divisoria equivalent to Saudi. Probably my Pilipino countrymen has a good idea. Also, cheap ...
It's about 25-30 minutes not counting for traffic. Google "al hayat plaza" But if you live in Khobar (Sorry just realized that you live in Khobar), why don't you look at stores in Suwaiket market? By Suwaiket market I mean those stores on either ... Read More
Working in damam as a chemical engineer by erjohn
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Chemical Engineer for 1500 SR? Try to negotiate and don't accept anything less than 3000 SR. You're an engineer!! Read More
Divisoria in Saudi? by soul_crafter316
This might be alienating to others, but Divisoria is the best place to buy anything for a bargain or lower prices. I was wondering if there was a Divisoria equivalent to Saudi. Probably my Pilipino countrymen has a good idea. Also, cheap ...
you can try Alhaya Plaza in Dammam I think. The rent for stores is the cheapest in Dammam so I'm guessing their jewelry is a bit cheaper. I can tell you to go to our store in Alrashid Mall but I know you won't like the prices haha. Cheers Read More
My Simple Offer by justlovely
Good day I would like to offer one cup of coffee free for one of you every week at any coffee shop in alkhobar. I mean I will meet one by one every week because I can't meet all . I hope that is a good idea. Thanks
:rolleyes: :rolleyes: :rolleyes: :rolleyes: On behalf of normal Saudis, I apologize for such Saudi moves like this one lol. Cheers Read More
Looking for good basketball games (tough and challenging) by Riyadg
Hey all, Im looking for good tough basketball games in Riyadh. Any ideas where i can find some? Thanks
People tend to play any sport roughly when they can't play skillfully ;) And welcome back to your country, Mustafa. Must be even more difficult for you than for us expats!Very difficult and complicated. Not even sure I can explain it haha. It's ... Read More
Looking for good basketball games (tough and challenging) by Riyadg
Hey all, Im looking for good tough basketball games in Riyadh. Any ideas where i can find some? Thanks
Try this gym called 'fitness time' They have really good basketball courts. I don't know about riyadh but we play every Thursday here in Dammam and Khobar. I don't know about the toughness though! I played Bball in the States for the past 6 years, ... Read More
HI im new and really scared by miss1988
hi there everyone well im coming to khobar in december or maybe sooner my husband got a job and will be flying out in august thats really scary and im expecting in January. would love to have the baby in london but can't our lease runs out in ...
Since your husband does not have a probation period, you can come to Saudi anytime after he starts working. Heck, you might be able to come with him in August. You should tell him to ask his company. As for delivering a baby, not sure if the ... Read More
Restaurants in Khobar by RedGoblin
Food is a large part of the "entertainment/social life" here in the Kingdom. And thankfully there are some really good joints to grab a quick bite or have a relaxing good meal. I see that this forum has a lot of people from a lot of places around ...
I don't know about Taco Bell. Ate there last week, got hungry again in 1 hour lol. Anyone been to 'Uptown966' restaurant yet? on the Corniche next to Bossini and CityMax. Very relaxing. I went there for breakfast twice with my family. Modern ... Read More
HI Everyone!! by OH!Canada
Hey Guys, I just moved to Khobar, Saudi Arabia from Toronto, Canada. Serious culture shock! Although I'm kinda happy to see all new expats on the same boat; e.g. nothing to do.. I've been reading the forums and noticed a lot of talk about ...
OH!Canada I just moved back here from the states (lived there for the past 6.5 years). Kinda feeling weird. Reverse culture shock probably. Anyways, it really depends on what you're looking for. I know this compound called Oasis where you don't ... Read More