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HELP - what is the salary of an ESL private teacher in Riyadh? by Zuwena Asman
: I am a graduate in the field of Education (BEd) and of well experience.l happen to secure a chance as an Esl teacher in KSA Riyadh in private family .Though l think the B.S offered p/m is not satisfactiory (2000riyals ).Can somebody PLEASE tell me ...
They pay according to your Passport. Not skills. 2,000/mo = Bangladeshi. 2,800/no = Filipino, Indian, Pakistani. 3,500 = Jordanian, Syrian 4,500/mo = South African 6,000/mo = American or British (These estimates are for Bachelors ... Read More
What is your idea of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia? by Salman Omrani
Hi everyone, I always wonder whats on the minds of (going to be) expats coming to Saudi Arabia, what image have they drawn in their minds about this country, things they have heard. now why I ask this is because many people have the wrong idea, and ...
I think I'm starting to see this - first two years have been fun and educational - but I don't want to stay here and start to whine - I'm leaving in May... While I'm still happy with my experience... Read More
Rejected from USA Visa by Faisal Shamas
Hello good afternoon friends, Well I just want to share my mind-set with all of you guys. i have been rejected from USA Visa twice from last 2 years and every time the allegation was the same that i might not come back to my home country. What the ...
Bravo! Well said! I followed the entire post and "felt" the chip on shoulder that was being voiced... Attitude! And I'd bet someone is really trying to stay beyond a trip to Disneyland...😜 If I can sense this here - ... Read More
Long term car lease cost by UK Oasis
Does anybody know the cost of leasing a car in Riyadh? I would like to know the monthly cost for a SUV and saloon cars. Instead of buying a car I would like to lease it because I don't want to face the burden of reselling at my exit.
Rates just went up - so figure about 2,600sr/mo for basic Hundai Elantra or Toyota Yaris...this includes insurance and maintenance. Avis rents with foreign drivers license. Everything nicer is big jump in price... Petrol seems almost free and if ... Read More
Camping supplies by SihamSolomon
Hi Can someone please tell me where ot get hiking and camping equipment and utensils in Riyadh. A name of a store or mall please. Thanks you
The biggest, best place is on Khurais road - exit 6? North Ring Road = where all the car dealers are - and the others that advise about buying cheap gear are 100% correct - don't buy the cheapest you find - and if it looks flimsy at purchase ... Read More
deserts trip by marioescu
Hi, I'm living in Riyadh and I'm heard,every week on the thursday evening, deserts trip and camps are organized. Someone can give me more information about this? Thanks regards Mario
The Internations.org website has a 4x4 club and they do at least one trip per month into the vast areas around Riyadh... I'm still restoring a "Jeep from Hell" project - but I will join them once this project is complete - if I have ... Read More
Urgently looking for the Transmission Gearbox for Hyundai Elentra 2005 by Sujath
Assalamalaikum Dear Friends, Please guys can u suggest me from where can i buy a genuine Automatic tranmission gearbox for hyundai elentra 2005 model. :( and also i have to buy many more like shock absorbers and ac compressor.i m in real need. ...
To the Southwest of downtown - on a road parallel to Al Kharj road are the salvage (wrecking) yards - there are literally 1,000's of just Hundai's out there - each yard has specialty. It would take three days to see all the wrecking yards ... Read More
Social life in Riyadh for western expats? by Xeehan
Hello All. Ill be moving to Riyadh in Jan and wondering what the social scene would be? Also why is it that most expats prefer drivers rather than getting their own cars in saudi?
I struggle with this issue all the time - I bought a Jeep earlier this year and drove for awhile - it's crazy insane driving and you have to be very defensive and watch around you all the time... But I enjoy the excitement and thrills... ... Read More
What is your idea of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia? by Salman Omrani
Hi everyone, I always wonder whats on the minds of (going to be) expats coming to Saudi Arabia, what image have they drawn in their minds about this country, things they have heard. now why I ask this is because many people have the wrong idea, and ...
Being confident and outgoing, friendly and non-judgemental always helps when traveling, no matter where you are. Good for you! I'm American and have gone to the rough and tumble Souks with European woman who refuses to cover her hair- she is ... Read More
Renault Duster by omaiviso
I need your opinion regarding Renault Duster. Compare to other SUVs, its price is the lowest among them. Regarding the features and its specs, this is what I want to know your opinion. Thank you.
My neighbor has a Duster - he struggles to say nice things about it - like if you are caught in a non-loving relationship but still want to be respectful to your spouse... Buy a used Toyota. Everyday you get into that low-priced SUV it will remind ... Read More
american-riyadh by thesuz
Is it safe for Americans to live in Riyadh? I know several Americans who live in Saudi, but they all live in Dhahran. I've heard it is much more difficult (and quite unsafe) for Americans to live in Riyadh. Is that true? Any feedback on this ...
I don't know where you got your information but I'm from California and think it is safer here than there - but maybe not the driving... If you are smiling, happy, respectful person - open to new ideas, different culture, and new adventure ... Read More
Education Experts by kafka
I've been working in a "preparatory year" program at a university in Riyadh for six months and would like prospective new teachers to know that the only reason for being here is the money. Edex (as we call it) is a difficult employer. The ...
I came here with the same scattered info - good and bad - and I can tell you this place is fantastic if you decide to make the best of it and put some effort into your social life and adventure. The Saudi government pays me to urge my students to ... Read More