Eldon Taylor
@etaylor58
American expat in Saudi Arabia
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57 posts
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About me
American
Lives in Waco
Speaks English and German
Registration: 28 December 2011
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Hi - Moving to Riyadh by Croydon_2012
Hi All, Just received a job offer for Riyadh. I am British living in London. I am aware that it will be a big cultural change for me. I am looking for some information on the below: - Good compound acco in Riyadh(need a 3 bedroom place as I have ...
Hi All, Just received a job offer for Riyadh. I am British living in London. I am aware that it will be a big cultural change for me. I am looking for some information on the below: - Good compound acco in Riyadh(need a 3 bedroom place as I have ... Read More
Paramedic info by Dampier
I am a 10 year paramedic in one of the busiest EMS systems in California. I have experience in emergency scene calls, strike team activities and clinical education. I am considering seeking employment in The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and would be ...
Thanks for the replies from Alliecat, imraan007 and etaylor58; great information. It sounds like a challenging and fast-paced environment. I am curious about life inside a western compound, or a mixed compound for my wife and young kids? I've read ... Read More
Nurses working at King Faisal......advise!! by sumiuk
Hi there.....I'll be working at King Faisal Hospitalfrom mid December....Are there any nurses on this forum that are already working there? What is the hospital like? What sort of accommodation is offered?? What are the working hours ...
Eldon, I just started KFSH this week. (From USA). I don't have a lot of info regarding the actual units. However, if you wife is interested, I may be able to give her a little info and/or find her a person on the applicable unit to talk to. ... Read More
weekend plans by rayhoo
Hello, Any cool plans for weekend? activities, going out....
Just got back from Bahrain the main areas had some police presence but it was quiet. Passport control was crazy. I had funThats good to hear. I've got to go there tomorrow for a few hours on a "Business Trip." Wish I could stay longer and check it ... Read More
New to KSA by etaylor58
On my way to KSA and will be arriving around January 5th, 2012. Will be working with Alpha Star Aviation as a flight medic supervisor. Will be staying at the Madareem Crown Hotel for a few days and then will be moving to the FAL compund. I've ...
welcome etaylor58 :) I hope to u the best of luck here in KSA everything easy here so don't be worry have a good time to u and ur family good luckBeen here almost a month and things are going pretty smooth. Appreciate the e-mail....Thank you ... Read More
Nurses working at King Faisal......advise!! by sumiuk
Hi there.....I'll be working at King Faisal Hospitalfrom mid December....Are there any nurses on this forum that are already working there? What is the hospital like? What sort of accommodation is offered?? What are the working hours ...
Ok if u filled in the online app then ur safe they will ask her to contact the agency if she is accepted alliecat post above also helpful. Just wait for the response try also national guard health affairs they offer good salariesOK, I appreciate the ... Read More
Paramedic info by Dampier
I am a 10 year paramedic in one of the busiest EMS systems in California. I have experience in emergency scene calls, strike team activities and clinical education. I am considering seeking employment in The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and would be ...
I am a 10 year paramedic in one of the busiest EMS systems in California. I have experience in emergency scene calls, strike team activities and clinical education. I am considering seeking employment in The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and would be ... Read More
Nurses working at King Faisal......advise!! by sumiuk
Hi there.....I'll be working at King Faisal Hospitalfrom mid December....Are there any nurses on this forum that are already working there? What is the hospital like? What sort of accommodation is offered?? What are the working hours ...
i can help with a contact email if u like. Just remember that some companies (like mine) would require your to return to the point of origin and re-apply with an agency from that side. so if u can arrange it from now its better. there are ... Read More
weekend plans by rayhoo
Hello, Any cool plans for weekend? activities, going out....
Thanks again for the info Alliecat, much appreciated Eldon Read More
Internet for apartment - urgent - recommendations please by Moestavern
Desperately need my internet up and running to be able to Skype back home etc, please could you guys give me any good suppliers and how to find them, I am in Asasco compound Suleyman area Thanks Al
That would be my plan of action or I would be on the next plane out..I can take a lot of things but roaches in the house aren't one of them. Eldon Read More
You know when you have been in the ME too long by LoopyLou87
Just for a change I'm awake in the middle of the night so thought I'd share ... although it has probably been here before at some point it's still a good one ... I know that IÂ’ve been in the Middle East Too Long becauseÂ…Â…Â…Â…Â…Â…Â… I'm not ...
OMG, I've only been here a month and I understand everything on the list. How bad is that? This is great. Eldon Read More
weekend plans by rayhoo
Hello, Any cool plans for weekend? activities, going out....
Thanks Alliecat. By the way, what is the Hyper Panda and the Danube? Are they shopping malls? I am taking the compund bus there tonight to get a look around and get away from the apartment for a while. Eldon Read More
Internet for apartment - urgent - recommendations please by Moestavern
Desperately need my internet up and running to be able to Skype back home etc, please could you guys give me any good suppliers and how to find them, I am in Asasco compound Suleyman area Thanks Al
Your a better man than me. I'd be in a hotel and telling the company if they don't find something better I don't care how much your paying me I am out of there... Eldon Read More
New to KSA by etaylor58
On my way to KSA and will be arriving around January 5th, 2012. Will be working with Alpha Star Aviation as a flight medic supervisor. Will be staying at the Madareem Crown Hotel for a few days and then will be moving to the FAL compund. I've ...
Hello imon; Sorry I haven't posted sooner. Have you arrived in Riyadh yet? Which compound did you end up in? Things here have been interesting. Getting familiar with the customs and other things that are a little different. Separation from the ... Read More
weekend plans by rayhoo
Hello, Any cool plans for weekend? activities, going out....
I guess thats what I get for watching CNN....LOL Read More