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@Alisan

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Lives in Riyadh

Registration: 08 February 2010

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Alisan created a thread
12 years ago

Kalamata Olives

Hello guys, I have been looking for the Greek Kalamata olives for quite some now. I was wondering u knw where i cld ge them.. Tx Read More

Alisan replied to a thread
12 years ago
yazzz

Handmade jewelery? by yazzz

Hey everyone! I was wondering if anyone knew where one can buy handmade jewelry? Any open days or bazaars for that kind of stuff? Thanks!

Alisan

This is an old post but there's a bazar tmrw at kingdom compound 9.00 to 11.30 am and they hv this stuff! Read More

Alisan replied to a thread
12 years ago
jazi

Wall Art for home decor by jazi

Hi there, Would appreciate if someone can guide me to a nice shop where i can buy wall art for my apartment. I have visited IKEA but am not really impressed with what they had to offer. Thank you.

Alisan

Try Saco world, a while ago we got some beautiful stuff, and it was reasonnably priced too. They always have a section for art decor I blv! Read More

Alisan replied to a thread
12 years ago
eveningstar

Buying clothes in Riyadh by eveningstar

Is it easy enough to get large size clothes for men in Riyadh? I mean things like size 11 shoes and sandals. Evening Star

Alisan

My hubby got shoes from Timberland (Granada mall), Merrell also have this size, i think it's in Olaya (not sure though, since i wasnt with him). Read More

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12 years ago
Alisan

Part time help by Alisan

Hello guys, I have a Q for those who live inside the DQ, and are using a part time helper. How do you get them inside the DQ? arent they stopped at the gate for id check?! Is anyone using one they can recommend, pls? I really really need one ...

Alisan

i don't even know what DQ is...( i'm guessing its a big compound...right??)DQ = Diplomatic Quarter. Alisan, I live very close if you ever want to meet at Starbucks for coffee :)Sure. That wld be nice :)) Read More

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12 years ago
Alisan

Part time help by Alisan

Hello guys, I have a Q for those who live inside the DQ, and are using a part time helper. How do you get them inside the DQ? arent they stopped at the gate for id check?! Is anyone using one they can recommend, pls? I really really need one ...

Alisan

So, nobody here living in the DQ and using a part time help?? How depressing!! Read More

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12 years ago
Alisan

Part time help by Alisan

Hello guys, I have a Q for those who live inside the DQ, and are using a part time helper. How do you get them inside the DQ? arent they stopped at the gate for id check?! Is anyone using one they can recommend, pls? I really really need one ...

Alisan

Wow, I have never heard of them sending anyone away either ... I have gone in there before saying I was going to see Mary Poppins so pretty sure they either don't understand or dn't care ... geuss that guy got out of the wrong side of the bedYeah i ... Read More

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12 years ago
Alisan

Part time help by Alisan

Hello guys, I have a Q for those who live inside the DQ, and are using a part time helper. How do you get them inside the DQ? arent they stopped at the gate for id check?! Is anyone using one they can recommend, pls? I really really need one ...

Alisan

Wow, I have never heard of them sending anyone away either ... I have gone in there before saying I was going to see Mary Poppins so pretty sure they either don't understand or dn't care ... geuss that guy got out of the wrong side of the bedYeah i ... Read More

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12 years ago
Alisan

Part time help by Alisan

Hello guys, I have a Q for those who live inside the DQ, and are using a part time helper. How do you get them inside the DQ? arent they stopped at the gate for id check?! Is anyone using one they can recommend, pls? I really really need one ...

Alisan

I've never heard of them turning anybody away. Tell your helper to give them a big smile and they won't even check ID (works for me, anyway :lol:).Ahhh i wish..they seem to have freaked her out, and now she wants me to go pick her up which doesnt ... Read More

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12 years ago
Alisan

Part time help by Alisan

Hello guys, I have a Q for those who live inside the DQ, and are using a part time helper. How do you get them inside the DQ? arent they stopped at the gate for id check?! Is anyone using one they can recommend, pls? I really really need one ...

Alisan

Most people are checked going into the DQ, they also like to ask where you are going even when they have no idea who you are talking about ... but why is that a problem anyway?Yeah I knw, this happened with my helper lately :( and was wondering ... Read More

Alisan replied to a thread
12 years ago
Alisan

Part time help by Alisan

Hello guys, I have a Q for those who live inside the DQ, and are using a part time helper. How do you get them inside the DQ? arent they stopped at the gate for id check?! Is anyone using one they can recommend, pls? I really really need one ...

Alisan

Oops! Sorry for the repost. Had a connection prob!! Read More

Alisan created a thread
12 years ago

Part time help

Hello guys, I have a Q for those who live inside the DQ, and are using a part time helper. How do you get them inside the DQ? arent they stopped at the gate for id check?! Is anyone using one they can recommend, pls? I really really need one ... Read More

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12 years ago
Alisan

MIL visiting in Riyadh by Alisan

Hello all, Well, a close friend of mine is expecting a visit from her mother in law next month, and needs ideas as to things, and places she can do or take her to. Any suggestions?? Tx :)

Alisan

Thank u so much Alliecat for the suggestion :) Read More

Alisan created a thread
12 years ago

MIL visiting in Riyadh

Hello all, Well, a close friend of mine is expecting a visit from her mother in law next month, and needs ideas as to things, and places she can do or take her to. Any suggestions?? Tx :) Read More

Alisan replied to a thread
12 years ago
Alisan

Turkish bazaar?? by Alisan

Hello everyone, Was wondering if anybody knows whether or not there's a Turkish bazaar at their embassy tomorrow? And at what time? Tx a lot.

Alisan

Thank u so much :)))) Read More