IndieDarling
Active memberCanadian expat in Bahrain
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Registration: 24 December 2013
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Horror movie club by brightonguy
Hello all, I am a big horror film fan. Regardless of its sub-genres, I try to watch as many horror films as possible and I'd like to see if there are any other horror film lovers out there in Bahrain. If we get enough number of people, we can ...
I'd be down for it! Probably able to go every other week or once a month. :) Read More
Playing pool by live.ali
Hi all, Are there any good places with pool tables around. A friend and i felt like playing pool last night and went to fun land on the corniche to hangout however the pool tables there are crap. Any suggestions? br,
There are also some pool tables at the Ramee hotel where Buffalo's is. Adliya has a pool hall in Adliya, but not sure exactly where... :) Read More
Daycare for young children by Ocfemjc
What daycare options are available for young children? Most I've searched don't accept children under 20months even then options are limited. What do people do who have to work yet have young kids? In Australia most daycare/childcare accept ...
Hello, This is probably not the answer you are looking for, but from what I've seen most people hire a nanny to take care of their young children. I haven't heard of a daycare that accepts very young children, although I only know what my ... Read More
Question about Visa's by zetec_mk6
Hi Everyone, My Wife has applied for a teaching job in Bahrain. She has been told that the school cannot offer me a sponsorship (they could if i was a teacher and my wife was coming with me) So my question is this, what type of visa would i need ...
Wives aren't supposed to be able to sponsor their husbands from what I've heard, but it is possible if you know the right people. A colleague of mine brought her husband over. It took several months before he was able to come to Bahrain. Read More
Stay in singapore or move to bahrain? by sgguy
Hi all I have been offered a position in bahrain.pay around 2300 bhd including accommodation and car allowance. Insurance nd 1 family ticket back home a year. I am with my wife and 2 year old son. Its the Same company I am currently working with in ...
Hello, Have you searched the site yet? There have been a TON of postings about this! Check out: https://www.expat.com/forum/410-22-cost-of-living-in-bahrain.html Hope this helps! :) Read More
Library by krseetha
Is there any public library available for expats in Bahrain. I saw one public library near a training center in adiliya but I understood that it is not for the general public.
Hiya, Along Shawarma Alley, there is a building with a bunch of shops inside. They sell wooden things, touristy stuff, and knick-knacks. It is almost directly across from the Ferrari Center. Anyway, there is a store with a selection of used books. ... Read More
A question about schools by Mangelesvt
Hi everybody. I'm from Spain, and we have 3 daughters. I'm looking for school for them by internet. We are expected to move to Bahrain next summer (2015), so we are starting to prepare things. Your posts have helped me very much to choose ...
I would either: call/email the school and ask, or just send it with the application form. :) Read More
Any Tips for Buying a Used Car? Licence plates and insurance...
Hello Everyone! I am purchasing a used car from the owner. It is a 2007 model. This is my first time buying a car so any advice is appreciated. :) Could someone suggest what I need from him (forms?), and where/how I go about getting insurance and ... Read More
Some advice please! by ESLTutor
Hello! I currently live in the UK and work as an English Language lecturer at the local university. I have been offered a job as an English Teacher at a new government facility in Bahrain (don't have an address yet), the pay and benefits seem ...
Here is a list of English schools, you might want to check out... http://www.expatwoman.com/bahrain/monthly_bahrain_education_Schools_list_11550.aspx :) Read More
Salary by NIkkinikki
I'm nikki from Nigeria, am single lady and a graduate with one year experience, have been offered a job with 160BD plus free accommodation and free transportation to work place. Please can this salary be enough for me and even save from. Please ...
Unfortunately, I don't have any experience in that area, so I cannot give you an average salary. Perhaps someone else on the forum can advise you :/ Read More
Salary by NIkkinikki
I'm nikki from Nigeria, am single lady and a graduate with one year experience, have been offered a job with 160BD plus free accommodation and free transportation to work place. Please can this salary be enough for me and even save from. Please ...
Without knowing what your occupation is, or your schooling, it is impossible to say what a minimum salary would be. Read More
last moment query by she23
I've been offered a job in Bahrain as a language teacher for 350BD. I will be provided with free hard furnished accommodation and transportation. I can get my children admitted in the same school where I will work. Is the salary sufficient ...
Since, I don't have children and don't know the type of lifestyle you hope to have, I can only give you my personal opinion... First of all, if you are a qualified teacher than 350BD a month is WAY too low! Even more so if you are working ... Read More
Salary by NIkkinikki
I'm nikki from Nigeria, am single lady and a graduate with one year experience, have been offered a job with 160BD plus free accommodation and free transportation to work place. Please can this salary be enough for me and even save from. Please ...
No, I do not think this is enough to be able to save money to live off of and send home. Sorry :( Read More
Some advice please! by ESLTutor
Hello! I currently live in the UK and work as an English Language lecturer at the local university. I have been offered a job as an English Teacher at a new government facility in Bahrain (don't have an address yet), the pay and benefits seem ...
Hello, With regards to St.Christopher, I am pretty sure there is a waiting list so I suggest contacting the school as soon as possible. Here is a link to their application procedure: http://home.st-chris.net/application-form For housing, I do not ... Read More
