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Scabcat New member

Member since 28 January 2011

ScabcatNew member06 August 2011 22:45:44

Hi Guys

We finally have our dates and are packing in-between reading posts.

Can anyone tell me what's included in compound accommodation and what I need to bring, my husband is staying in a hotel for 4 weeks while searching for accommodation but in-between I am hoping to have everything packed thanks.

Regards x

Mudman Serial expat

Member since 14 September 2009

You put lipstick on a pig, it's still a pig

MudmanSerial expat07 August 2011 11:10:07

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It varies from place to place, I looked at 6 different compounds, some had nothing in at all, others had some shabby old furniture. I got lucky, found a brand new house, all furniture, white goods, tv, kitchen stuff, bedding & towels. I just walked in with a suitcase
Better tell your hubby to do some good detective work...

R80GS'er Contributor

Member since 29 January 2011

R80GS'erContributor07 August 2011 15:24:33

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lol ok got the message detective hat on and fingers crossed i get it right

Scabcat New member

Member since 28 January 2011

ScabcatNew member07 August 2011 15:27:46

Excellent thank you Mudman.

Its his number one job when he gets there but thanks for letting me that every kind of furnished apartment/house is available.

Makes me feel easier its down to his detective work certainly then lol.

FeeAcer ViP

Member since 06 August 2009

FeeAcerViP07 August 2011 19:02:07

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You can evidently find very nice fully furnished accommodation in Khobar with all amenities (shop, sports facilities, swimming pool, restaurants, etc).

I'd say all depends on your budget! LOL

Good luck for your installation!

Cheers

R80GS'er Contributor

Member since 29 January 2011

R80GS'erContributor07 August 2011 19:56:34

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we'll find that out when i get there. fingers crossed it will be on the higher level

FeeAcer ViP

Member since 06 August 2009

FeeAcerViP07 August 2011 19:59:23

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then you'll have no problem I think to find the adequate compound to house your family

hamlay Active member

Member since 13 May 2011

hamlayActive member16 August 2011 20:46:25

and don't feel like you have to be on a compound. There are some great 'off-compound' Villas and Apartments in the area.

Is some compounds on the following website
rightcompound.com

For apartments & villas best way is to drive around the areas and look for 'To Rent' signs and start ringing the numbers.

Scabcat New member

Member since 28 January 2011

ScabcatNew member16 August 2011 21:30:09

Thankyou again we found out yesterday that the company will find the compound R80GS'er has the right to say no if it isn't the right one for us but they have them picked out for us to choose. So fingerscrossed for us x

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