Al Khobar, how safe

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dadofduck Active member

Member since 08 May 2016

dadofduckActive member15 August 2016 22:39:40

Hi all,

I'm about to start working in Al Khobar and although I plan to reside in Bahrain, for the initial period I will be in Khobar while my Iqama is being sorted (10 days ish).

What I am wondering is how safe Khobar is for a western expat male around town? I'm used to getting to a new place and exploring the place at will. The first 10 days I think I'll have plenty of time on my hands so in an ideal world would like to explore, go to the gym and possibly go scuba diving. I would also like to find a boxing gym if possible.

Am I being realistic or naive??!!

ann arbor Member

Member since 10 July 2012

ann arborMember16 August 2016 00:45:19

I am sure its safe

Ali_N Serial expat

Member since 11 April 2015

Ali_NSerial expat16 August 2016 05:12:03

744

Pretty safe!

kaleemimran Active member

Member since 10 November 2014

kaleemimranActive member16 August 2016 05:20:32

Saudi Arabia is one amongst the safest place on earth. You need to respect & follow the law of the land to be safe.

ZarifImran Active member

Member since 11 August 2016

ZarifImranActive member16 August 2016 08:45:57

Yes, Its safe for all nationals.

Abdulkareem179 Active member

Member since 03 September 2016

Abdulkareem179Active member03 September 2016 18:13:32

Hello Dadofduck,

I've been here in Al Khobar for over sixteen years and it's safer now than it was when I first came.
There are a lot of things to do around town if you look and a few scuba clubs. The Philippians know what's going on when talking about scuba diving, so ask around. Boxing, you probably won't find a club, but there are plenty of gyms around. So, training daily shouldn't be an ordeal.
Have a look at internations online to see what is happening in Al Khobar.
Good luck and welcome to the eating capital of the Eastern Province.

dadofduck Active member

Member since 08 May 2016

dadofduckActive member04 September 2016 04:29:56

Thanks for that!

After a few weeks I've seen that it is a nice safe place to be. I seem to exhausted the city in my search for a boxing club and have now given up! I think the eating capital of the Eastern Province has helped me put on about 4-5kg since arriving!

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