

nina78
American expat in Saudi Arabia
Forum posts
16
About me
American
Lives in JEDDAH
Speaks english and some arabic
Registration: 05 March 2010
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Jeddah ppl :) by The Saudi
Hi everyone, Since we are not listed as destination city in the site, I thought we might discuss anything here ( people from Jeddah) we can do outdoors activities and social gathering. so if you think this is a good idea please reply and lets see ...

MM -- thank you for the useful information -- having it set out like that has been useful :) Read More


What is your idea of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia? by Salman Omrani
Hi everyone, I always wonder whats on the minds of (going to be) expats coming to Saudi Arabia, what image have they drawn in their minds about this country, things they have heard. now why I ask this is because many people have the wrong idea, and ...

ok...so I take it...I was incorrectly informed!:| I like the expression Old Granny :/ will have to see how that is... I think I should clarify the context -- what the person told me was, just as NYC is a melting pot for all nationalities, so is ... Read More


What is your idea of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia? by Salman Omrani
Hi everyone, I always wonder whats on the minds of (going to be) expats coming to Saudi Arabia, what image have they drawn in their minds about this country, things they have heard. now why I ask this is because many people have the wrong idea, and ...

Well I am a Bronx girl here...and I will give all of you my impression of Jeddah when I arrive end of this week :) I have lived in other countries for the past 13 years...so I hope that my fly-by-the seat attitude and life perspective will serve me ... Read More


what is the most action u did frequently for the last 30 days by sweetchoice
Can u tell me what is the most u have done for last 10 or 20 or 30 days then i can tell u something interesting

MFA in 30 days -- thinking of which diet to start but havent started anything :) Read More


Getting to Bahrain by Alliecat
Okay, what's the easiest way for a single woman to get to Bahrain? I've heard there is a bus? What about the train to Damman and then a bus over to Bahrain? Also, any recommendations for a place to stay? Something clean, safe, ...

MM, oooo thats sound interesting as a trip! Thanks for the information -- I googles a bit about Sri Lanka and it looks like a lovely Island. Read More


Crafts stores? Jewelry supplies? by Alisan
Hi everyone, I have been looking around for craft stores in Riyadh but in vain. I like crafts & was looking for a a store specialized in crafts & especially jewelry supplies (beads, wires & stuff like that..) I ve been to places like Jarir but they ...

sorry Alisan -- I will be arriving to Jeddah soon, and if I find anything there -- I will let you know :) Read More

My contribution
Hi everyone! I read on another post about what everyone was reading...now the classics can be found online as e-bboks and something else for those of you who may like to contribute to the humanity or can I say bookanity of saving books -- The ... Read More


Getting to Bahrain by Alliecat
Okay, what's the easiest way for a single woman to get to Bahrain? I've heard there is a bus? What about the train to Damman and then a bus over to Bahrain? Also, any recommendations for a place to stay? Something clean, safe, ...

MM -- how far is Sri Lanka from Jeddah -- I have always wanted to go there since I read The Lost Horizon as a child...I mean I know Shangri La isnt Sri Lanka -- but I always imagined the pure lands of Tibet calling my heart! btw, Lost Horizon is a ... Read More


Crafts stores? Jewelry supplies? by Alisan
Hi everyone, I have been looking around for craft stores in Riyadh but in vain. I like crafts & was looking for a a store specialized in crafts & especially jewelry supplies (beads, wires & stuff like that..) I ve been to places like Jarir but they ...

the irony is that TAXES are against the US constitution...and yet we are made to feel like we are criminals if we dont contribute to the tax fund... BTW, just so Uncle Sam knows...I do intend to pay my taxes LOL Allie -- even though we have tax ... Read More


Considering a position with King Faisal Hosp. - Jeddah by mtwilson
Hello All, I am currently in negotiations for a one or two year contract with the King Faisal Hospital in Jeddah. I am interested in hearing from anyone who is working there or has worked there regarding the conditions and lifestyle there. ...

hi Mike -- Congrats on your new job -- I arrive next week too! I see you will be working at a hospital -- how can I find out if they need Respiratory Therapists? My brother is looking to relocate too! Did you go through a recruiter or directly ... Read More


Jeddah ppl :) by The Saudi
Hi everyone, Since we are not listed as destination city in the site, I thought we might discuss anything here ( people from Jeddah) we can do outdoors activities and social gathering. so if you think this is a good idea please reply and lets see ...

ooo --- I hope its sooner! Alliecat -- is it 3 months probation to leave the country for a weekend trip? Read More


Jeddah ppl :) by The Saudi
Hi everyone, Since we are not listed as destination city in the site, I thought we might discuss anything here ( people from Jeddah) we can do outdoors activities and social gathering. so if you think this is a good idea please reply and lets see ...

Thanks for the reply I asked in another post about the time between my arrival in Jeddah and waiting to bring my family. I hope its not too long -- I miss them already! Read More


Bab Ezzouar by jilal
Le paysage urbain de la ville d聮alger a bien chang茅. Et pas uniquement en raison de la r茅novation des immeubles Les tours poussent dans Bab ezzouar comme des champignons. On est encore loin de New York, mais certains endroits touch茅s par le syndrome ...

I lived in Bab Ezzouar for 6 months with my DZ husband -- life in DZ is lovely -- but no way to make money or provide the basic necessities for your family! Shame cuz DZ has sooo much potential -- but the system is so chaotic -- inshallah one day, ... Read More


Visa for my wife by CED1974
Dear All, I am French and I will be moving to saudi Arabia (Ryad) soon for a one year contract. I would like to bring my wife with me. Could any one let me know the procedure and how long it takes? Thank you in advance for your answers. Rgds

Hi Salman, I am new here and just posted a question in the beginning pages of the forum -- and then found this! Could you inform me of how long to bring my daughter (nearly 2) and husband to ksa? I just didnt understand why I was unable to bring ... Read More


Jeddah ppl :) by The Saudi
Hi everyone, Since we are not listed as destination city in the site, I thought we might discuss anything here ( people from Jeddah) we can do outdoors activities and social gathering. so if you think this is a good idea please reply and lets see ...

hello -- my first post here...just joined the site and I will be a new addition, God willing, to Jeddah very soon. How long after I get my residence docs from my employer can I bring my husband and daughter? Read More