CivEngr
American expat in Saudi Arabia
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Lives in Riyadh
Registration: 04 October 2010
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Safari Resort Closed by Arbab
/*edit*/ *sigh* *goes away in shock*
Bummer. I was thinking of going there soon to camp.:( Read More
How To Become Successful Man by syfaheem
Dear All Please tell what are the point to Become Successful Man Regards Faheem
Don't take my advice!:rolleyes: Read More
The No Topic Topic by CivEngr
Anyone up for something completely different? How about a No Topic Topic? Just bloggers commenting on other bloggers random comments. A free flowing free-for-all. Let your wits be witty. The moderators might shoot it down or more likely it is ...
Nothing like a flat tire to start your day. This day is gonna suck! Read More
How Riyadh has effected you and your life? by Fidgety Soul
I do not mean it financially at all,its about the indirect effects of Riyadh,,,which may have improve disturb your life.
Riyadh for me is like a swansong to developing countries (and yes I view Saudi still as very much a developing country). I have lived in Kenya and Ethiopia but Riyadh basically in no kind words broke me. If I didn't have 3 monthly visa runs and ... Read More
The No Topic Topic by CivEngr
Anyone up for something completely different? How about a No Topic Topic? Just bloggers commenting on other bloggers random comments. A free flowing free-for-all. Let your wits be witty. The moderators might shoot it down or more likely it is ...
Why are peeps so obsessed with washing their cars here? You wash them one day (sometimes even less than that), and they are dirty the next. They get dirty in one day just sitting there. Read More
WHAT TO EXPECT PAYING SAR500 PER ROOM FOR A NIGHT by Al-dressed-up
I am just wondering - if you pay SAR500 per night for a room (at Hotel or Resort) what do you expect? Warm water to take a shower, maybe a glass or two in the room (to drink water)? Maybe some tea or coffee plus cups and a kettle? Clean towels and ...
That's about $130/night back in the states. An average hotel at best (likely 2 stars out of 5). I would expect clean room and sheets, free shampoo and soap, a TV, a coffee maker to make your own, a sitting area w/ desk. If lucky, maybe a stocked ... Read More
The No Topic Topic by CivEngr
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AArrghhhhh I am so damn pissed off and i m so %#*@*! up pretending it all...."I am mad as hell and I am not going to take it anymore" Read More
South Africans in Riyadh ? by Infinity01
I hear there is a lot of fellow South Africans living in Riyadh. I would love to make friends. Please contact me.
I hear there is a lot of fellow South Africans living in Riyadh. I would love to make friends. Please contact me.There is at least one on this site and I know several others. They are around. You should have no problem finding fellow ... Read More
The No Topic Topic by CivEngr
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hello everyone... i'm already here in South Africa and very fortunate to see the BIG 5 during safari game drive. Already visited the God's Window, Blyde canyon river park, mac mac falls, Sabie falls, the 3 rondawels. now heading to Clarens. :)Sweat! ... Read More
How Riyadh has effected you and your life? by Fidgety Soul
I do not mean it financially at all,its about the indirect effects of Riyadh,,,which may have improve disturb your life.
I guess one would say it has had a pretty significant effect on my life. I have separated from my wife of nearly 30 years. Read More
Without too much thought - WHAT ARE YOU MISSING THE MOST, RIGHT NOW! by gowiththeflowUK
OK, here is a sharp and snappy post for the day - quick responses only please ...
Just had to be number 5000 to check out this post. Nice topic GWTFUK! You rock! Your hubby is a nice guy too! Read More
Wants to buy a decent furniture by Virus
Hi All; I just moved to Riyadh and rented 1 BHK apartment in decent area, i plan to live alone. My appt is fully naked as of now excepts i bought a decent bedroom set and a couch from home center. I have lots in mind how i plan to decor my appt ...
@Valuable Virus - Try Ikea first - reasonable for first time furniture.Just off exit 16 on east ring road Read More
Safety Shoes by CivEngr
Anyone out there know where the best place is to buy steel toe safety shoes? I need to replace mine.
CAT.. and no where else. trust me.. experience says that get the cat ones they last a good amount of time and they dont suddenly tear apart..Bought CATS at the store across from the Kingdom Tower. Not cheap though. But well worth it since I do not ... Read More
Safety Shoes
Anyone out there know where the best place is to buy steel toe safety shoes? I need to replace mine. Read More
The No Topic Topic by CivEngr
Anyone up for something completely different? How about a No Topic Topic? Just bloggers commenting on other bloggers random comments. A free flowing free-for-all. Let your wits be witty. The moderators might shoot it down or more likely it is ...
At US Embassy last night for Steak Night. Bomb threat happened. Locked us in. Was forced to stay and eat steak and drink adult beverages until coast clear. Just doing my part as a good citizen to follow directions.:cool: Read More