beezer
Canadian expat in Saudi Arabia
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213
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About me
Canadian
Lives in Riyadh
Speaks English, Spanish, Arabic
Registration: 07 August 2010
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Mac and Cheese? by youngthegiant
Are there any restaurants in Riyadh that serve Mac and Cheese? I know it's a comfort food, but I could use some right now!
Only Canadians love Mac n Cheese so much. I haven't found a place that made any good Mac n Cheese. All big failures for such a simple meal. So I just make my own. G'luck. Read More
Business Visit Visa Expiry by g100f
I have a 90-day multi-entry business visit visa issued on January 11. I made my first entry into KSA on Jan 29. When does the visa expire: a) 90 days counting from the day of issuance b) 90 days counting from the day of first entry into KSA c) ...
You renew on a monthly basis and are permitted the total day allowance that's written. Be it 30 / 90 / 180. Whatever. But it is done every month. To make some MONIES!!!! And to annoy people. BTW. Multiple can renew from within KSA now. Rules have ... Read More
Seriously thinking of job relocation by Casual-Swimmer
Hi all, My company recently asked me to work in Riyadh, and I am trying to determine whether the package is good. I have about 4 years of engineering experience and will be working for a year and 3 months. All info is preliminary, but I would be ...
You have to be incompetent to be overpaid :) Hey, yeah. A bit of a slow day today so I thought I'd do some catching up :) Read More
Supplements by MkSirawan
Anyone know were the Optimum Nutrition retail store for bodybuilding supplements is located?
GNC is a rip off worldwide, and ON is one of the best products when it comes to WHEY. I personally searched 3 years ago but couldn't find a proper registered dealer for ON. And I suggest you only get products from a authorized dealer as there are ... Read More
Chamber of Commerce Stamp Issue by adnanhashmi
Can anybody help me with this Iqama transfer issue? My Kafeel has given me 3 papers for transfer of Iqama but they need to be legalized from Chamber of Commerce. As per the Kafeel, he didnt renew his establishment license,his office is in Kherj. Do ...
He needs to renew his license, otherwise those papers don't mean a thing. And you need to go to the Kharj office as their databases aren't interlinked from the last time I checked, which was almost a year ago. Read More
Secure Mail best price by iamthere
I am getting a new Bank card sent to me. Which mail service is the securist option.
Depending on the bank, they choose. It'll get to you sooner or later. Just don't wait by the door for it. Or you could've asked if you could pick it up from the bank itself. Read More
Seriously thinking of job relocation by Casual-Swimmer
Hi all, My company recently asked me to work in Riyadh, and I am trying to determine whether the package is good. I have about 4 years of engineering experience and will be working for a year and 3 months. All info is preliminary, but I would be ...
Depending on what your experience is and what you will be doing here exactly, 23,000 + 7,000 for housing seems like a very reasonable offer. Lots of companies are doing restructuring and the salaries are all being adjusted this year, too many over ... Read More
Arabian Homes or Fal Compound? by SF15
Hey....For those of you who have been to either compound....or have heard reviews...which is better? Ive been getting mixed reviews about both and its really difficult to judge sitting here! Ill be grateful for any advise. Tc, SF
If you're Lebanese go to Fal. If you're not. Go anywhere else. Yes I just said that. Read More
Used Oil Disposal by beezer
Hey, Wondering if anybody knows a proper oil disposal place here in Riyadh? If you say the backyard, or the sink I'll kill you.
Actually, oil down the sink will either clog up the sink, or cause a backup in the sewer line connected to your home (think of why the sewers always reach the surface here, and how much oil people use here, combined with sand). Also, pouring a ... Read More
Used Oil Disposal by beezer
Hey, Wondering if anybody knows a proper oil disposal place here in Riyadh? If you say the backyard, or the sink I'll kill you.
Engine oil is one of them, I also have cooking oil to get rid of them. Read More
Used Oil Disposal
Hey, Wondering if anybody knows a proper oil disposal place here in Riyadh? If you say the backyard, or the sink I'll kill you. Read More
What can girls do? by deestrangled
What can those of the female persuasion do in Riyadh? I amn't quite sure what else there is to do besides shopping and eating -- and it's no fun if one's by themselves :/ Any ideas would be greatly appreciated.
give it time, you'll find yourself busier than usual. girls have more fun than guys here sometimes! Read More
Advice needed as coming to Riyadh to live and work as a nurse! by Aisling-F
Hi, I am currently waiting to receive my official contract and am due to start working in King Faisail in January.....I am pretty nervous about this if I'm been honest but would love to get some advice from people who are living/working in Riyadh ...
I know a few people who work at King Faisal, and their accomodations are on the premises itself. If that's your story. Then you'll be totally fine. You'll be in good hands with the group of expats there. All nice and active. As for what to bring ... Read More
Dating in Saudi by vinnie2332
Hello! I was wondering if dating is allowed in Saudi, considering all the laws that govern what one does!
You can if you don't book together amd act like strangers. Just don't go to a GCCountry. Cyprus, Lebanon, Turkey, and Jordan are good excursions. Read More
Ice hockey in Riyadh? by Noman68
Hi all, I'm planning to move to Riyadh soon. Does anyone know if there's any ice hockey club or league for kids in Riyadh? Regards, Noman
Reading the topic, I knew it had to be a fellow canuck. :) Cantt say I've found anything myself. But like mentioned above, there are skating rinks for kids. Old guys gotta sit this one out :( Read More