@belishabeacon
Filipino expat in China
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Speaks English, Filipino, French
Registration: 28 January 2006
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Moving to Algiers with my Filipina wife by andiflip
Hello everyone, i will be moving to Algiers in the next month or so with my wife from the Philippines,, I am a Canadian working for a multinational company here.. An important thing for my wife would be to meets some Filipino lady's here and go to ...
Hi Andiflip I'm a Filipina who lives in Algiers as well. True that there arent many of us here. I sent you a private mail, do keep in touch. Kala Read More
New Khobar expat citizen by ManuelGomez
This is Manuel, single guy, 31 y/o, from Spain. I am thinking about living in Khobar because I have received a job offer. I would like to know how is the live there after the daily work time. Is possible to practice sports as surf, soccer, etc? Is ...
If you're single though, meeting women might be a bit difficult here.Difficult? LOLOh, all right --- impossible! *hehehe* I was trying not to scare him off to much at the start... ;) Read More
New Khobar expat citizen by ManuelGomez
This is Manuel, single guy, 31 y/o, from Spain. I am thinking about living in Khobar because I have received a job offer. I would like to know how is the live there after the daily work time. Is possible to practice sports as surf, soccer, etc? Is ...
Hi Manuel. Khobar is close to Bahrain so you'll be able to go there for an alcohol fix. There is no alcohol in the Kingdom, sadly. As for social life, you're lucky you're a man because you will be able to drive and get around if you manage to find a ... Read More
Im a Filipino moving to France by nestajr.
hi! Im married to a Filipina - French. We have a child and we're planning to move in France preferably in Paris early next year. Im just worried if I can easily find a job there.Well Im not picky in getting a job the problem is Im not fluent with my ...
There are more English speaking-related jobs here in Paris than in any other part of France so that already helps. It would help if you learned French before you get here - take a crash course in the language before you arrive, if you can. Good luck ... Read More
Passing motorcycle license in Jubail? by belishabeacon
Hi everyone, Are there any driving schools in Jubail where one can pass his motorcycle driving license? My husband is thinking of passing his, though I seriously feel that it isn't safe to be driving a motorcycle in Saudi! Looking forward to your ...
Thanks for the info, Cap_cloud, and will tell my husband about it, he just might take you up on the offer. Cheers! Read More
[Just for Fun] What do hate the most about Riyadh by kamiii
Okie.. I have nothing better to do right now, so just starting a baseless discussion to kill some time.. and too see how many ppl are actually up at this hour.. So lets have it .. what do you hate the most about Riyadh .. please keep it to ...
Jeez, it's just a question, lighten up guys. There are always things we will love or hate in a new country, or even in our own country for that matter! Just because we're in Saudi doesn't mean we have to love everything about it. One thing I hate ... Read More
Jeddah or Malaysia? Help please. by 1967tazz
Hi all, I have a problem that I am hoping you can help me with. I am a secondary teacher and as such am wanting to take my first job overseas this September. I have the fortunate position of being offered two jobs! One in Jeddah in SA, while the ...
Malaysia. Don't even think of coming here lest it becomes a reality! Read More
Whats goin on in Jubail? by weldnfool
I just arrived from California and am new Instructor at JTI. (Jubail Tech. Inst.) I could be wrong, I hope I am, but it doesnt seem like theres much to do here. Ive only been here for less than a month. Ive been shopping in Jubail and Fanateer and ...
As a resident of Jubail for 4 months now, I confirm there isn't much to do around here. Khobar, Dammam or Bahrain is where you should go if you want more options, but then again the options are still limited to malls and eating out. :/ Read More
school options in Jubail by Chayan
moving from sunny california to "sunny" Jubail...any info on schools (other than ISG) will be appreciated. Got 3 kids in grades 6,5,1. Looking for schools with strong academics. Thank you.
THat's correct. Unfortunately. Khobar has more international school options. Read More
Iqama palava by mailman13
Hey guys it's been a while ;) Hope you're all well and looking forward to your breaks (if you're lucky enough to get one)! I'm into my 10th week in the country now and I'm STILL waiting for my iqama! I heard that there is often delays in issuing ...
It took my husband 4 months to get his iqama. I hope yours comes soon. Read More
At last by bishy118
Eventually i will arrive in Riyadh on Monday it has been a long process lol as many of you warned me. I have searched the forum for what restrictions are on the Internet there alas I cannot find anything can someone advise please? Thanks and looking ...
I had 2 trunks filled with stuffed animals for my daughter when we moved here 3 months ago, so better check wtih your movers about this - I had no problems whatsoever. 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 ...
Thanks for the info, RedGoblin! I will definitely check out le Meridian then. And yes, all the way from Jubail for breakfast, since there's nothing decent around here :) 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'm not adding any restos here but am instead asking for recommendations : are there any hotels that offer buffet brunches on Friday mornings? Read More
Jubail's Compound in KSA by Chicago USA
Would anyone please assist me with name of compounds in Jubail? As we are planning to move-in by end of this year; also we preferred a newly modern villa, safe and private. Thank you,
Chicago, did you get around to contacting Nesma? I think there will be some vacant houses in the coming months, unless of course there is already a waiting list... I googled around and here are some names of compounds here in Jubail: Red ... Read More
Veiled Faces No More? WHAAAAAT? by beezer
http://en.news.maktoob.com/20090000531780/_No_need_for_women_to_cover_up_-Saudi_police/Article.htm Sheikh Ahmed al-Ghamdi, outspoken head of the Mecca branch of the Commission for the Promotion of Virtue and Prevention of Vice, also said there was ...
Forget the covering of faces - I'm ALL for the women driving part! Read More