Richard C Rosewarne
@lionheart9
South African expat in Saudi Arabia
Forum posts
11
Contacts
7
About me
South African
Lives in Jeddah
Speaks English,Afikaans, Zulu, some Thai, Bit of Arabic, Martian and Swahilli when drunk et al
Registration: 25 December 2012
Activity
Where to buy keyboard and/or guitar in Jeddah by terslabe
Hi, I just moved to Jeddah from Canada and have finished up my first week of work. So far things have been great! I haven't had a chance to get out to any malls or stores really yet and would really like to buy a digital piano/keyboard and or a ...
Jeddah international mall has a rather good music shop. Another in Al-Andalus rd , can't remember the name, sorry. Cheers Read More
Stuck in female only compound! by Kat2404
Hi everyone, Living in a female only compound makes it very hard to socialise out of work as everyone at the compound works in the same place. so just wondered if anyone was having any gatherings whether they could let me know so me and my friends ...
Hi and welcome. Trust you are well. I should be on leave, but had the misfortune of having had to change work just before Ramadan. My new Iqama is taking ages to come through, so stuck here for a while! Oh well..... Read More
Teaching salaries in Jeddah by albadawiya
Hi all, I'm hoping that some of you in Jeddah might be able to help me out; I'm wondering what the "normal" salary is for a full-time English teacher at a university (on a prep. year program) in Jeddah. Also, how much will I need to spend to rent ...
I'm here! Been so for 4 years (In Jeddah that is). Not part of the compound community, sigh....., so pretty much up to my own design and wits. I just work and take my holidays to the extreme. Come back refreshed and begin the cycle all over again. ... Read More
Teaching salaries in Jeddah by albadawiya
Hi all, I'm hoping that some of you in Jeddah might be able to help me out; I'm wondering what the "normal" salary is for a full-time English teacher at a university (on a prep. year program) in Jeddah. Also, how much will I need to spend to rent ...
Sorry, but forgot to reply on salary. You should be in the region of 12K up depending on qualifications and experience. I earn less basic salary, but make more with extra lessons and less stress. Swings and roundabout scenario. Read More
Teaching salaries in Jeddah by albadawiya
Hi all, I'm hoping that some of you in Jeddah might be able to help me out; I'm wondering what the "normal" salary is for a full-time English teacher at a university (on a prep. year program) in Jeddah. Also, how much will I need to spend to rent ...
Hi As a single male teacher here, been over 4 years now, I can tell you that unless you wanna fork out on big clams, you won't find a place easily. I searched for ages until I found a nice single flat with a great Syrian landlord. Jeddah and Saudi ... Read More
Stuck in female only compound! by Kat2404
Hi everyone, Living in a female only compound makes it very hard to socialise out of work as everyone at the compound works in the same place. so just wondered if anyone was having any gatherings whether they could let me know so me and my friends ...
Hi All. Back from India with a broken foot!! Caught in a motorcycle chain. I wasn't driving LOL. I am sooooooooo bored! Lets set up a weekend group where we can go (I will hobble a bit!) I have access to a great resort for those interested. I have ... Read More
Stuck in female only compound! by Kat2404
Hi everyone, Living in a female only compound makes it very hard to socialise out of work as everyone at the compound works in the same place. so just wondered if anyone was having any gatherings whether they could let me know so me and my friends ...
Hi Members I feel we are all tugging on the same rope, but in different directions. I live in an Arab district and my landlord is a great guy. He has contacts to a resort in Far north Jeddah and assures me it is a great place. No hassles, ... Read More
Stuck in female only compound! by Kat2404
Hi everyone, Living in a female only compound makes it very hard to socialise out of work as everyone at the compound works in the same place. so just wondered if anyone was having any gatherings whether they could let me know so me and my friends ...
Hi there, Welcome. I am also new to the site. Richard Read More
Stuck in female only compound! by Kat2404
Hi everyone, Living in a female only compound makes it very hard to socialise out of work as everyone at the compound works in the same place. so just wondered if anyone was having any gatherings whether they could let me know so me and my friends ...
Lets all stop moaning and get a weekend planned :D! I am ready, willing and able. All of you who want to join send a message. I have a place in North Jeddah which is like a Med resort. Women can wear bikinis etc. I want to break free. PS who can ... Read More
Stuck in female only compound! by Kat2404
Hi everyone, Living in a female only compound makes it very hard to socialise out of work as everyone at the compound works in the same place. so just wondered if anyone was having any gatherings whether they could let me know so me and my friends ...
Hi from a SA expat. In a way you are lucky to have people around you, but it can be claustrophobic. I am also looking for some entertainment in Jeddah. Been here 4 years and live alone in an Arab district. I live alone and always have work to do, ... Read More
Stuck in female only compound! by Kat2404
Hi everyone, Living in a female only compound makes it very hard to socialise out of work as everyone at the compound works in the same place. so just wondered if anyone was having any gatherings whether they could let me know so me and my friends ...
Hi. You lucky. At least you have friends. Been here 4 years, live among the arabs. You keeping well? Read More