Caylen Wilde
@cwilde
Canadian expat in the United Arab Emirates
Forum
70 posts
About me
Canadian
Lives in Toronto
Speaks English, French
Registration: 19 April 2012
Activity
North American food in Abu Dhabi? by cwilde
Hi, I've been hearing that there are stores around the city that cater to specific areas of the world; is this true? I'm interested in picking up a few things specific to Canada that I'm guessing I won't be able to find while in UAE (ex. Kraft ...
Yep cwidle, u will find pretty much everything here. All brands and types are available in super marts or hyper marts (LuLu, Carrefour, Geanet, Spinneys etc) so no worries.........u will definitely find Heinz ketchup, not so sure about kraft peanut ... Read More
North American food in Abu Dhabi?
Hi, I've been hearing that there are stores around the city that cater to specific areas of the world; is this true? I'm interested in picking up a few things specific to Canada that I'm guessing I won't be able to find while in UAE (ex. Kraft ... Read More
Ohh you INTERVIEWERS !!! why you people like this !!! by Melwin15
why why why !! Every interview I go for,,, tell me something about yourself tell me tell me !!! I cant say much !! you FREAKS of OFFICE !!!! i dont have Experience :( i am only 20 !! why is it so that every one wants eXperience only here... sad ...
It comes down to the position you're applying for.. I hate to say it, but you need to start from the bottom unless you have a connection within a corporation... But then again, I have absolutely no idea of the positions you're applying for. Don't ... Read More
Playing Soccer(football) by LetsMeetUp
Hi guys.. Would like to play football(Soccer)...any games going on? let me know any who have the same interest, we can form a team
I think it's a bit slow here because we're all new to Dubai and don't know much about where and how to organize the games. Things will become easier I think once we organize the first one.. cwilde would you like to take the initiative? i'm happy to ... Read More
Playing Soccer(football) by LetsMeetUp
Hi guys.. Would like to play football(Soccer)...any games going on? let me know any who have the same interest, we can form a team
I don't think people understand that although everyone keeps saying they want to play, no one is on here organizing any games.. Since the thread is dating back to to 2009/2010, I don't think there's much use in keeping it around unless someone ... Read More
Cost of Visa extension. by tripleA
Hello all, I'm new to abu dhabi and recently migrated here in 22nd July with my husband and son. I already have my resident but not yet receive my labor contract. My husband and son is currently on their visit visa that obtained during arrival at ...
Unless something has changed recently, Canadians need visas before arrival and therefore can't do visa runs. Check with your embassy.We do need Visa's.. I've had mine for a few weeks now, but I wasn't sure about how it works once my Visa expires in ... Read More
Cost of Visa extension. by tripleA
Hello all, I'm new to abu dhabi and recently migrated here in 22nd July with my husband and son. I already have my resident but not yet receive my labor contract. My husband and son is currently on their visit visa that obtained during arrival at ...
Hi all, Just to update my experience doing the visa run on 20th Aug 2012. Visa on Arrival Renewal via Hili Border Going via taxi Best is to go with the old taxi, the white and gold color because they charge you very cheap around 20DHS to 25 DHS ... Read More
Kind of new to this country... by Hussein797
Hello, my name's Hussein. I have been in Abu Dhabi for the past couple of weeks now. And its seems like there's nothing to do around here. I've been trying to find anything entertaining to do around here but it seems that I have no luck in finding ...
I think the issue may be that you're there during Ramadan.. From what I hear, everything shuts down.. I'm heading actually moving over there with my wife in 3 days from Toronto, Canada, and I've joined a few groups that player soccer and basketball ... Read More
Gym's in Abu Dhabi
Hi All, I'm moving to Abu Dhabi next Wednesday (Aug 22nd), and unfortunately, I probably won't have access to internet for a while... I've heard it takes quite some time to have set up in a flat... Anyway, can anyone suggest a good gym in Abu ... Read More
Playing Soccer(football) by LetsMeetUp
Hi guys.. Would like to play football(Soccer)...any games going on? let me know any who have the same interest, we can form a team
I'm arriving in Abu Dhabi on August 22nd... I play full pitch in the summers, and 5-a-side in the offseason... Definitely up for a game, and looking to join a competitive league if the opportunity comes up! Let me know when are where you guys ... Read More
Bin Salama Tower?? by cwilde
Hi, I've just received word from my wife's employer in Abu Dhabi that this is where we will be residing; does anyone know where this is in Abu Dhabi? Is it a nice building? And one last question, does it have a balcony (just out of ...
I'm viewing the building tomorrow as my employer has offered myself and my husband this accommodation. Have you lived in abu dhabi before?I have not... I've done quite a bit of research, and from what I can see, it looks like a great building! 2 ... Read More
Canadians in Abu Dhabi/Dubai by cwilde
Hi All, So my wife and I are moving to Abu Dhabi in 1 months time, and I've been given some amazing advice from all of the people here on the Expat.com forums, BUT, I wanted to find out from all the Canadians what's missing from back home.. I ...
Hey cwilde, are you in town? ;)Not quite yet. I have 10 days left in Toronto, than I move over.. Looking forward to coming over, but definitely starting to get a bit nervous! We'll al have to get some ppl together soon.. I know a few people are up ... Read More
Canadians in Abu Dhabi/Dubai by cwilde
Hi All, So my wife and I are moving to Abu Dhabi in 1 months time, and I've been given some amazing advice from all of the people here on the Expat.com forums, BUT, I wanted to find out from all the Canadians what's missing from back home.. I ...
cwidle well, one thing u will find similar b/w two places is temerature but with + sign. Abu Dhabi (Dubai) is a wonderful place to live, a vibrant and plusating city with lot of things to do...from beaches to deserts...malls to ... Read More
Moving to Abu Dhabi in 2 weeks today! Any clubs to join? by cwilde
Hi All, I've been posting pretty steady on here for the past few months, but the time has finally come for the wife and I to move over.. I'm excited, nervous, and a bit anxious on the move, but I guess it's to be expected.. I've made a few ...
meetups.com and add meThanks! Seems like a pretty good site to meet people! Read More
Moving to Abu Dhabi in 2 weeks today! Any clubs to join?
Hi All, I've been posting pretty steady on here for the past few months, but the time has finally come for the wife and I to move over.. I'm excited, nervous, and a bit anxious on the move, but I guess it's to be expected.. I've made a few ... Read More