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Ahmed

@sony2009

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Australian expat in Saudi Arabia

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Australian

Speaks Arabic/English//French

Registration: 21 January 2013

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Ahmed
sony2009 replied to a thread
10 months ago
sarahbenn

Best compounds for westerners in Khobar? by sarahbenn

We are currently looking at compounds in khobar. Have looked at Al Reemah which is lovely but not sure there are many westerners there. Can anyone recommend anymore that have food facilities and good for English expats ?Many thanks

Ahmed

@sarahbennBest Compund in Khobar and strictly for Western Expats is Retal Compound next to British International School. But, it is a bit expensive though. Read More

Ahmed
sony2009 replied to a thread
3 years ago
sony2009

I want to Learn Romanian Language in exchange for Arabic or English by sony2009

Hi Everyone, I would like to find someone to help me learn Romanian Language and in exchange i Can help him/her to learn Arabic or English. I live in Khobar so the person interested should ideally live in Khobar, Dammam, or Dhahran. Hope ...

Ahmed

Good Morning, Thank you for your willingness to help me. Right now enjoy your vacation and we can meet when you are back to Saudi safe and sound. Looking forward to meeting you. Cheers, Ahmed Read More

Ahmed
sony2009 created a thread
3 years ago

I want to Learn Romanian Language in exchange for Arabic or English

Hi Everyone, I would like to find someone to help me learn Romanian Language and in exchange i Can help him/her to learn Arabic or English. I live in Khobar so the person interested should ideally live in Khobar, Dammam, or Dhahran. Hope ... Read More

Ahmed
sony2009 replied to a thread
7 years ago
Bhavna

How to bring your car to Saudi Arabia by Bhavna

Hello everybody, If you exported your car to Saudi Arabia, were there any formalities that needed to be completed beforehand? What were they? What is the best way to export your car? Is there a limit on the number of vehicles, or perhaps the ...

Ahmed

Good Morning, As a matter of fact, I didn't bring my car with me from home, because it is going to be very expensive to do so. But anyway in order to bring your car with you there are some conditions to do so. 1- Your car model shouldn't ... Read More

Ahmed
sony2009 replied to a thread
7 years ago
Priscilla

The best services to use when moving to Saudi Arabia by Priscilla

Hello everyone, What were the biggest hurdles you faced when moving to Saudi Arabia? Were there any services available that helped? Which services helped you most upon your arrival in Saudi Arabia? Were there any that helped you adapt and ...

Ahmed

Hello Everyone, From my experience, I think the most valuable services that any new expat is in need for are; - Pick up from the airport at arrival, and drop to the accommodation - Arranging for an accommodation for the first two weeks if the ... Read More

Ahmed
sony2009 replied to a thread
7 years ago
Priscilla

Best usages and practices in Saudi Arabia by Priscilla

Hello everyone, Living in Saudi Arabia means learning new ways of doing things and incorporating to your daily life unique practices. We invite you to share unique practices, tools or methods that could also make a difference in other countries. ...

Ahmed

I guess Saudi is no much different from any other country in the world. So, just mind your business, fill your time with useful activities, go out meet new people to have fun with. I personally found Saudi a good chance to take lots of courses in ... Read More

Ahmed
sony2009 created a thread
8 years ago

Expat Lonesome in Saudi - How to enrich Social Life in Saudi?

I consider Saudi Arabia as one of the most social discriminating societies I have ever encountered. Singles are totally excluded from social life; restaurants, shopping malls, beaches and even public parks (good news for couples and families and ... Read More

Ahmed
sony2009 replied to a thread
8 years ago
Priscilla

Sports in Saudi Arabia by Priscilla

Hello everyone, The Olympic Games are now just a few days away and we would like to talk about sports. What sports are the most popular and/or unusual in Saudi Arabia? Are sports facilities easily accessible there? Where and how can one ...

Ahmed

HHey there, Saudi youth are very fond of football, they play it with a great deal of joy in football fields, parks and even streets for hours and hours. The local cafes are swamped with youth every Thursday night watching their favorite team ... Read More

Ahmed
sony2009 replied to a thread
8 years ago
Priscilla

Your new local habits in Saudi Arabia by Priscilla

Hello everyone, Living in Saudi Arabia is a great way to immerse in a new culture and lifestyle. Have you embraced local customs since you've lived in Saudi Arabia? If so, which one(s)? Did local customs change the way you see things, ...

Ahmed

Hey everyone, To me Saudi is a very safe place to be in, it is much safer than many places I have been to before. Shopping is great here alongside with restaurants which are diverse and relatively cheap. You can try a different cosine every day and ... Read More

Ahmed
sony2009 replied to a thread
8 years ago
Priscilla

Tips and advice to thrive in Saudi Arabia by Priscilla

Hi, When living in a foreign country, you have to adapt to a new environment, various cultures and different social codes. How did you manage to adjust to Saudi Arabia? How long does it take to feel at home? Would you say it is an easy ...

Ahmed

Hello Tandyman, Saudi is very safe place in travelling in and out and within. Most roads have police patrols 24/7 and they are very nice they offered me support on the road more than once and I often see them helping people on the road. Staying ... Read More

Ahmed
sony2009 replied to a thread
8 years ago
Priscilla

Tips and advice to thrive in Saudi Arabia by Priscilla

Hi, When living in a foreign country, you have to adapt to a new environment, various cultures and different social codes. How did you manage to adjust to Saudi Arabia? How long does it take to feel at home? Would you say it is an easy ...

Ahmed

Hello There, It is really a hustle at the begining to adapt to Saudi especially the very hot weather in summer and the sepration between males and females in all aspects of life. But as soon as you accept these facts here your life will be much ... Read More

Ahmed
sony2009 replied to a thread
9 years ago
Homoud.only

Do and don't in Saudi Arabia - 2015 by Homoud.only

Hi That's true , but still the expenses her cheaper than other countries beside Tax Free, Thanksi think those are the most advantage living here (:

Ahmed

That was very well said!! life here is great so if you want to enjoy it and explore new things you will like it, and if you keep regreting on things you can't do here you will not enjoy it and eventually will be a runner and it will hunt you for ... Read More

Ahmed
sony2009 replied to a thread
9 years ago
newtoalhasa

New female to Al hasa area in need of friends and activity by newtoalhasa

I recently moved to Al Hasa, I do not work, nor do I live on a compound. I would like to know what an American woman can do here to meet other women and or get some exercise. I've only been here a few weeks and I need to get out of the house ...

Ahmed

hello there, Though my reply is a bit late, but Saudi has many interesting things to do and pass time with. I don't know alot about Al-Hassa but in Dammam and Khobar sitting on the sea front is an amazing experience you never get tired ... Read More

Ahmed
sony2009 replied to a thread
9 years ago
HRGuru

Weekend Meeting by HRGuru

Open invitation for all EB members in Riyadh for a networking meeting. Date: 21 June 2013 Time : After Asr Prayer or after 3:30 Venue : Coffee Shop at Tahlia Localizer Mall Attendees confirmed as of now : TLL & me. Agenda : Just to get to know ...

Ahmed

just waiting for someone to take the lead, obviously many people are looking for spending more time out and meeting new people Read More

Ahmed
sony2009 replied to a thread
9 years ago
HRGuru

Weekend Meeting by HRGuru

Open invitation for all EB members in Riyadh for a networking meeting. Date: 21 June 2013 Time : After Asr Prayer or after 3:30 Venue : Coffee Shop at Tahlia Localizer Mall Attendees confirmed as of now : TLL & me. Agenda : Just to get to know ...

Ahmed

meeting new people is always intersting and fun, please let me know if you are going to have meetings soon. when and where? Read More