Lindi Janet
@LJanetR
South African expat in Saudi Arabia
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43
Contacts
23
About me
South African
Lives in Riyadh
Speaks English and Afrikaans
Registration: 30 July 2011
Activity
Query for western compound in Riyadh for family of 3 people by nitinjrbit
Hi All, Hope you are fine and doing well. I am planning to move to Riyadh from USA in next 1-2 month. We are a family of 3 people. Can you help me in giving of reference for some good western compounds in Riyadh. Basically I am looking for 1. ...
There are loads of compounds It all depends on your budget Kingdom Seder village California Arazona Ishbillia Granada All western compounds Read More
Safe travelling in Saudi with a male friend? by Lady_in_riyadh
Hi Everyone, I need to go to Bahrain regularly for boarder runs and I have a friend (Male, Saudi) who drives there and back regularly. I’m Irish (female) and wondering if it is safe to travel together? Friends have said that it should be ...
Personally I wouldn't take the risk Read More
halloween party by Oliver14
does anyone know any places for Halloween party? I don't want to miss it. if you know any places or upcoming events please share it with me, I'm in if you want a date though :D
The seder compound party isn't open to the public. You have to know someone on the compound so they can sign you in and take responsibility for you. It's a safety issue and nothing personal. Read More
Eid Villas Ranco villages by michaelpakenham
Hello, Do Any of know Eid villas or Ranco? Many thanks for any info !
eid compound is not my cup of tea, i didnt like the restaurant or the wave pool. Ranco is nicer in my opinion. It depends where you work. You really dont want to spend more time on the road then you have to Read More
Advice - Family Compound around 170,000sar by BC-2012
Hi All, can anyone advise the names of some family friendly western ompounds that offer a 3 bedroom for approx 170,000pa? Preferably the names of accommodation that may have availability. Thank for all your assistance.
seder village has a waiting list a mile long :( Read More
Advice - Family Compound around 170,000sar by BC-2012
Hi All, can anyone advise the names of some family friendly western ompounds that offer a 3 bedroom for approx 170,000pa? Preferably the names of accommodation that may have availability. Thank for all your assistance.
Good luck finding a good compound for that price with availablity. I think Al Wadi 1 has open villas although not a lot of people speak english there you and also try the new compound Calafornia Compound mabe youll find something there. Read More
Eid Villas Ranco villages by michaelpakenham
Hello, Do Any of know Eid villas or Ranco? Many thanks for any info !
i have been to Eid and Ranco What do you want to know Read More
Can Any Western go Live in Compound by phillip11
Hi there, I have been offered a job in Saudi Starting 11 Aug 2012. This includes a apartment accommodation. But if i rather wanted to go and live in a compound would that be a problem? Even if you wanted to pay for it on your own? What does a ...
Thanks Lion Read More
Where to buy gold in Riyadh??? by galiusman
Folks of the blog please help me out.... I want to buy some gold for my mom and i am visiting riyadh soon so I need some help regarding where to buy good quality gold in riyadh... can anyone suggest shops or malls where I can buy good quality 24 ...
When i buy gold i buy from deira souq. Read More
Can Any Western go Live in Compound by phillip11
Hi there, I have been offered a job in Saudi Starting 11 Aug 2012. This includes a apartment accommodation. But if i rather wanted to go and live in a compound would that be a problem? Even if you wanted to pay for it on your own? What does a ...
Hi Phillip I think it would be better if you live in a compound We have list of good ones ( havent checked most of them) Drop me a message then we can help you find something suitable Some of the compounds have motels you can book into until you ... Read More
Compound in Riyadh - Quries by Sophia Aly
Hi! One of my friend wants to visit compound with her friends as she heard they have sheesha cafe and they are well standard cafes. Can any one suggest which one to go and what are the process if mix group want to enter (male & female). ...
I think Kingdom Compound has a sheesha cafe Read More
flats - commission by mikeandrews
Is it standard practice in Riyadh to have to pay SR 5,000 commission before you've even signed the lease?
it sounds fishy ... some people pay 5% of total rental for commission on properties if they helped you to get a place. But its after you have signed a conract Read More
Medical aid for expats by LJanetR
looking for a medical aid while in Saudi Our medical aid from SA is only valid for 90 days while abroad Does anybody have any tips for expats from South Africa Which medical scheme is best?
will check it out thanks musicman :) Read More
Medical aid for expats
looking for a medical aid while in Saudi Our medical aid from SA is only valid for 90 days while abroad Does anybody have any tips for expats from South Africa Which medical scheme is best? Read More