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@jaythree

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American expat in Saudi Arabia

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19 posts

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About me

American

Lives in Ta'if, Makkah

Speaks English, German

Registration: 13 January 2014

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jaythree replied to a thread
6 years ago
lilllil

Hookah/shisha places for women in Riyadh by lilllil

Hello! I’m a single female living in Riyadh. I’m from Atlanta in USA. I’m a avid hookah/shisha smoker but haven’t been able to find a place here in Riyadh.

jaythree

I agree with the last part, you may be best off doing it at your residence. It seems to be normal here for men to socialize at these types of places, but it seems as though women mostly shop. I have never seen them in Shisha places or coffee shops. ... Read More

jaythree replied to a thread
6 years ago
jaythree

Expat/Western Compound in or around Ta'if by jaythree

I will be moving to Ta'if sometime next week. I have no absolutely no luck trying to find a compound in this city. I see plenty of villas and such, but no western style compounds. I am a single male, so a villa or apartment style place would ...

jaythree

I am here in Taif and I am having trouble finding a place to live. I am staying at the Intercontinental for now, but if someone can point me in the direction of a good compound (not Al Gaim), i would love it. Read More

jaythree replied to a thread
6 years ago
kfdleb

Desert Camping / Trekking / Star gazing by kfdleb

Hey Everyone, I've been looking lately for activities in the desert now that the weather permits it, i'm specially interested in desert camping/ star gazing and trekking through the desert with hash harriers Anyone have such activities ...

jaythree

I am interested also! Read More

jaythree replied to a thread
6 years ago
mrm25

What is semi-closed apt complex? Is it similar to expat compound? by mrm25

Hi! My boyfriend and I both got offered a job in Riyadh. I've read up a lot on gender segregation and was just wondering if there's a chance for us to see each other if we'll be living in separate apartments and working in different ...

jaythree

Normally being "boyfriend/girlfriend" isn't allowed. So you can't go most places together in public, but if you both live on the same compound, that would be the easiest way to continue your relationship. I don't know what a ... Read More

jaythree replied to a thread
6 years ago
jaythree

Expat/Western Compound in or around Ta'if by jaythree

I will be moving to Ta'if sometime next week. I have no absolutely no luck trying to find a compound in this city. I see plenty of villas and such, but no western style compounds. I am a single male, so a villa or apartment style place would ...

jaythree

Thank you for th tip. I can’t find much info, but I will just stay in a hotel until I find something. Read More

jaythree replied to a thread
6 years ago
jaythree

Expat/Western Compound in or around Ta'if by jaythree

I will be moving to Ta'if sometime next week. I have no absolutely no luck trying to find a compound in this city. I see plenty of villas and such, but no western style compounds. I am a single male, so a villa or apartment style place would ...

jaythree

Thank you. I have browsed and posted, I'm just waiting for someone to reply. I am actually looking for a western compound, as my company doesn't want us living in the city. It seems to be hard as a bachelor to find a good place, but as an ... Read More

jaythree replied to a thread
6 years ago
mrabulazayem2004

Expats in Taif by mrabulazayem2004

I live in Taif. do we have a community, gathering or a time when expates can meet to get to know each other in Taif, Hada, Haweya or the near places? If you know, tell me. If you don't know , send me a message we might create our own community ...

jaythree

I am moving to Ta'if next week. Have you found any information? Read More

jaythree replied to a thread
6 years ago
Formidable

Monthly fishing trips in Jeddah by Formidable

My friends Me & my friends are organizing monthly fishing trips. Once and sometimes twice monthly. The trips is going regularly. Anyone wants to join he's most welcome.

jaythree

I would love to join!! Read More

jaythree created a thread
6 years ago

Expat/Western Compound in or around Ta'if

I will be moving to Ta'if sometime next week. I have no absolutely no luck trying to find a compound in this city. I see plenty of villas and such, but no western style compounds. I am a single male, so a villa or apartment style place would ... Read More

jaythree replied to a thread
9 years ago
Christine

Buying property in Ethiopia by Christine

Hi, can a foreigner buy property in Ethiopia? If so, is it complicated? What is the process of purchasing a property in Ethiopia? Any tips for buying property, such as a check-list of items to verify ? Thanks in advance for ...

jaythree

Thank you for this information. I have been trying to figure out where to buy. I have a few friends in Addis and would not mind having a property to live in when I visit. This makes me reconsider until I find an alternative. Read More

jaythree replied to a thread
9 years ago
Mtrk

Kuwait oil company & UPDC by Mtrk

Hi guys, I have in a recruitment phase to Kuwait Oil comp. And i am at contract phase, issue is i have been interviewed by a drilling manager of KOC but the offer is contract btw me and united presicion drilling company( UPDC). In the contract it is ...

jaythree

I too am looking for a position in the oil field. I am an American who does Logistics and Transportation. Read More

jaythree replied to a thread
10 years ago
Idrees Khan

*Sunset and Beach Bonfire Extravaganza* 10th Oct Friday 3:00pm by Idrees Khan

It's a beach going tradition both timeless and simple: a small bonfire to gather around with fellow Expats and friends. October means prime beach weather here in Kuwait ―days are clear and balmy, and summer fog's a distant memory. So ...

jaythree

I'm excited and ready Read More

jaythree replied to a thread
10 years ago
mo.mughrabi

Activity group (Basketball, scuba, running, cafe's) by mo.mughrabi

Hi all, Kuwait can be a bit boring if you are alone. So, I had an idea few months ago to post in public forums about putting a basketball team together, every Friday morning, surprisingly a lot of people showed up and it was a huge success. Now ...

jaythree

Hello, I'm new to Kuwait. I would love to join the basketball group. I normally shoot around at Egalia park in the evenings. I would like to join a group with more players. Read More

jaythree replied to a thread
10 years ago
migzjkd

Where to buy very cheap grocery items in kuwait? by migzjkd

hi may i know where can I buy very cheap grocery items in kuwait? Gadgets, supplements etc.

jaythree

I would have to agree, things are not cheap. Read More

jaythree replied to a thread
10 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 ...

jaythree

I'm gonna just hang out by the water this weekend. Read More