Allyson
@sandy_storm
English expat in Saudi Arabia
Forum posts
118
Contacts
16
About me
English
Lives in Riyadh
Speaks English, learning Arabic
Registration: 04 May 2010
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Do and don't in Saudi Arabia - 2015 by Homoud.only
Hi That's true , but still the expenses her cheaper than other countries beside Tax Free, Thanksi think those are the most advantage living here (:
Yes, but usually on private land. Where you cannot be observed by men. Read More
Sports in Saudi Arabia by Priscilla
Hello everyone, The Olympic Games are now just a few days away and we would like to talk about sports. What sports are the most popular and/or unusual in Saudi Arabia? Are sports facilities easily accessible there? Where and how can one ...
I am trying to find out if there are any tai chi classes in Riyadh. Help anyone? Thanks a million Read More
Insurance coverage in Saudi Arabia by Kenjee
Hello everyone, Moving abroad requires adequate insurance coverage. What type of insurance expatriates need the most in Saudi Arabia: health, house or liability insurance? All of them? Do they come as a package? Are there other insurance ...
I agree BUPA are the worst. I had a dislocation of my hip and was left on a trolley for 12 hours while my Husband pleaded with BUPA to cover the emergency. They would not pay and cited "that they do not cover transplants" I have now come ... Read More
Saudi cuisine by Priscilla
Hi, When living abroad, tasting the local cuisine is part of discovering the country. What is your favorite food in Saudi Arabia? What is the local speciality? Share with us the local tastes of Saudi Arabia and why not your best ...
Yum yum!! 😋 I like it too. Perhaps you could write the recipe?? Read More
Driving in Saudi Arabia by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Saudi Arabia? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excessÂ… what are the characteristics of the driving ...
Or not know any traffic rules!! Read More
Driving in Saudi Arabia by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Saudi Arabia? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excessÂ… what are the characteristics of the driving ...
My first thought is, Don't do it !! We live in Riyadh just off the busiest road. There are daily accidents and fender benders. The worst driving is caused by drivers chopping and changing lanes in a queue. They get nowhere and it causes mayhem. ... Read More
best way to ship personal effects from jeddah to NY by Babzuptown
My contract is ending in March 2014. I am looking into the least expensive way to ship my household treasures, (carpets, lamps, wall hangings, coffee table and sofa table, clothing) home. I have been searching on line for days and am batting zero. ...
Hi there, One thing you could think about is sharing a container with someone else who is leaving. They may be going earlier or later than you but it would be worth it to share the cost. You could advertise on EB and on compound notice boards. ... Read More
Kingdom Compound Coffee Morning by CAF
Ladies (And Gents) For those of you not working during the day, Kingdom Compound is hosting a Coffee morning, but its really a huge Market, tomorrow, Monday from 9-1130am. All of the Expat women can attend, not so sure about the men, but I have ...
Sure is. 1st Monday of the month :D Read More
Jeddah
Hi Everyone, My Husband is going to Jeddah from Riyadh next week and I am tagging along. Can anyone tell me of a good hairdresser in Jeddah and can you recommend any good restaurants? Many Thanks Read More
Looking for cat sitter by esonnenb
Hello All, I'm seeking a cat sitter for about 4 weeks in August. It's the time of year when most of us are out of the country, so I'm hoping I can find someone here that would be around to look after my 2 cats, Sam and Lydia. I'm very nervous ...
Hi There, When I go home in the summer my cats stay in for about a month. It gives me peace of mind knowing they are being looked after properly. It is fairly costly but you don't have to rely on friends or strangers. They do though have to have ... Read More
Looking for cat sitter by esonnenb
Hello All, I'm seeking a cat sitter for about 4 weeks in August. It's the time of year when most of us are out of the country, so I'm hoping I can find someone here that would be around to look after my 2 cats, Sam and Lydia. I'm very nervous ...
Hi Evan, You really cannot go wrong with Advanced Pet Clinic in Riyadh. They have recently had an extension and refurbishment of their facilities. Dr Majed is wonderful with the animals and all the staff are friendly and caring. I cannot praise ... Read More
Where do people stay when they first get here? by PMUSA
I have been looking through the forum and it seems a good number of people arrive without a permenant place. I know some companies provide housing so you have a place to move into when you get here, but what about everyone else? If you have say a ...
Hi PMUSA, Your employer should sort out your accommodation before you arrive. The options would be a villa on a compound, an aparthotel, or a hotel room. You should ask your employer before you arrive, as when you get here it can be daunting at ... Read More
Saudi's by stamati76
Hi Everyone, I was having a conversation with a Saudi today who explained that every Saudi would prefer to 'kill themselves' than get a job that was not beneath a Manager. He also went on to explain that ALL Saudi's are rich. Also that all Saudi ...
Perhaps these mega wealthy Saudis would like to share their wealth with the poor of Saudi Arabia. Only a thought!!:unsure Read More
Cable TV-American programs by Lompoc
Hello, I am new to Riyadh and would like to know which dish network company provides american channels like ABC, CBS, NBC,ESPN and any other american channels would be wonderful. Please let me know if you have come across any provider. Thanks.
Try OSN. Lots of American channels and numerous sports channels. Read More
Medicines by cairanya
Does anyone have an English-language list containing what medications are approved in Saudi? Please note that I'm an American, so I can neither get (let alone afford) a year's supply of my medications.
As long as you have a Doctor's letter you should be OK to bring your meds with you. I have never been stopped to check my meds. in five years. You will have insurance I am sure? This will cover you up to a certain amount for current conditions that ... Read More