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@dadofduck

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Lives in Manama, Manama

Registration: 08 May 2016

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dadofduck replied to a thread
7 years ago
Desertdanny

Boxing trainor by Desertdanny

Hi im here in khobar i want to learn how to box

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I posted similar about 6 months ago but had no luck finding a place. Although I have just done another google search and found a new place called kick-off. It looks like a fight gym so mma, boxing etc but it's in South Khobar.... Read More

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8 years ago
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KSA Insurance by dadofduck

Hello all, I'm looking for somebody in a similar situation to me to glean some advice from. I live in Bahrain, work in KSA and commute each day. I'm about to buy a car in Bahrain for this daily commute. My BH insurance is sorted but I ...

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Thanks chaps Read More

dadofduck created a thread
8 years ago

KSA Insurance

Hello all, I'm looking for somebody in a similar situation to me to glean some advice from. I live in Bahrain, work in KSA and commute each day. I'm about to buy a car in Bahrain for this daily commute. My BH insurance is sorted but I ... Read More

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8 years ago

Looking to play 5-8 a-side Football

Hi all, I'm a recent addition to Bahrain and would like to re-start playing some 5-8 a-side football. Is there anybody out there looking for any new members? Middle of the road sort of quality, more for fun and exercise than anything else. ... Read More

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8 years ago
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Expat-friendly bank to open a bank account by GuestPoster173

Guys, finally moved in to Bahrain. Next step is to open a bank account. What do you recommend to be the most Expat-friendly bank? Thanks!

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Hi there, The following is the required documents for Expats that are (to be) residents of Bahrain for opening a HSBC accont: If CPR is under issuance: "Undertaking Letter Signed by Customer and Proof of Address Proof of Address (Whom it ... Read More

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8 years ago
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Family Visit Visa by dadofduck

Hello all, Does anybody know if it is easy and inexpensive to get a visit visa into KSA for my Wife and Daughter? I am working in Khobar, have an Iqama but live in Bahrain with my family. My Wife is curious and would like to come over to visit for ...

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Hi Mythril, Thanks for the response and info. My Wife is actually working in Bahrain and her CPR is currently being processed so there's no real point in her getting an Iqama. It was literally just for a daytrip, I'm guessing it will be ... Read More

dadofduck created a thread
8 years ago

Family Visit Visa

Hello all, Does anybody know if it is easy and inexpensive to get a visit visa into KSA for my Wife and Daughter? I am working in Khobar, have an Iqama but live in Bahrain with my family. My Wife is curious and would like to come over to visit for ... Read More

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8 years ago
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Anybody know where I can source a Dash Cam? by dadofduck

Hi, Does anybody know where I can source a Dash Cam either here in Bahrain or in KSA? For anybody that doesn't know, it's a screen mounted camera that records footage of your driving. It can be useful in the event of an accident to help ...

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Hello SS, I have found evidence of them being used (on other forums) and also of them being soldd (just now!) on http://saudi.souq.com/sa-en/car-dashboard-camera-night-vision-dvr-5049550/i/ Anyway, it's not conclusive but I'm willing to ... Read More

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8 years ago
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Anybody know where I can source a Dash Cam? by dadofduck

Hi, Does anybody know where I can source a Dash Cam either here in Bahrain or in KSA? For anybody that doesn't know, it's a screen mounted camera that records footage of your driving. It can be useful in the event of an accident to help ...

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It's okay, cancel the request. I've just bought one online from Ubuy Read More

dadofduck created a thread
8 years ago

Anybody know where I can source a Dash Cam?

Hi, Does anybody know where I can source a Dash Cam either here in Bahrain or in KSA? For anybody that doesn't know, it's a screen mounted camera that records footage of your driving. It can be useful in the event of an accident to help ... Read More

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8 years ago
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IPTV Box (or another option) for Indian Subcontinent TV by dadofduck

Hi all, We have just employed a live-in maid/nanny from Sri Lanka. I want to make her feel as comfortable as possible so would like to get a TV installed in her room. However being new to Bahrain I am unsure as to what the options are for decent ...

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Hi Kenjee, Thanks for that but I already did that and there is nothing relevant apart from one thread that talks about satellite dishes and the like which is not what I asked for. So the question still stands if anybody can give me any advice ... Read More

dadofduck created a thread
8 years ago

IPTV Box (or another option) for Indian Subcontinent TV

Hi all, We have just employed a live-in maid/nanny from Sri Lanka. I want to make her feel as comfortable as possible so would like to get a TV installed in her room. However being new to Bahrain I am unsure as to what the options are for decent ... Read More

dadofduck replied to a thread
8 years ago
GuestPoster173

Car Lease by GuestPoster173

Need help. Could you please point me to the most expat-friendly car-leasing company? OR maybe some of our members here work for one. Drop me a note. Thanks in advance.

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I'm actually using Thrifty/Dollar/Hertz and have had no problems thus far..... Read More

dadofduck replied to a thread
8 years ago
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Body Fat Calipers by dadofduck

Hi all, The infamous 'Bahraini Bulge' has started to appear, added to the fact that I had already acquired a 'Saudi Stone', it's time to start losing some weight. I'm looking for an inexpensive set of bodyfat calipers. ...

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Hi Krishire, Thanks for the response. I posted the same query on Facebook and somebody kindly offered to give me hers for free, can't get more inexpensive than that!! Thanks again! Read More

dadofduck created a thread
8 years ago

Body Fat Calipers

Hi all, The infamous 'Bahraini Bulge' has started to appear, added to the fact that I had already acquired a 'Saudi Stone', it's time to start losing some weight. I'm looking for an inexpensive set of bodyfat calipers. ... Read More