shisha
MemberCanadian expat in Kuwait
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About me
Canadian
Lives in Salmiya
Speaks English, some German, some Mandarin
Registration: 11 August 2010
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Should i go for it?! by Egyptian PA
Hi, I'm an Egyptian 37 yrs professional working woman. I was offered a position in Kuwait as a PA for the MD of an international banking services company. I have a family of three members and they'll be living with me. I am reluctant about taking ...
600KD with housing is not enough for what you are looking for-- English schools are expensive here-- easily 1000 KD and up per student depending on the school and the age of your child. Upper middle Western lifestyle -- serviced apartments are ... Read More
Advice on where to study basic Arabic? by GuestPoster160
Hi, I am in Kuwait from Canada until December and while here I would like to learn Arabic in a structured program. Anyone have any experience on this front? Thanks! Claudia
Absolutely agree! Aware Center is super for beginners! The teachers are energetic, friendly and really break it down easy especially when you are starting from scratch. They have great events/activities too -- Read More
Living Cost in Sharq Kuwait by Adnan_kevin
Hi Everyone, Im from India, i got an offer from a company (telecommunication industry)as a starter. They offered me the package 400 KD I would like to know is the package ok for a starter in kuwait. Also please let me know how much will be my ...
Hi Adnan, There is a forum that is informative for Indians. I would suggest you sign up. indiansinkuwait.com/ Generally, from what I have heard that with that salary, you can find shared accomodation for up to 50 KD a month, depending on the ... Read More
New in Kuwait... kind of...:-)))) by shisha
Hi Everyone! Ramadan Kareem!!!!!!!!! :-) I'm a 36 year old lady from Toronto,Canada! Newly arrived in Kuwait with my German husband. My parents originally come from Brunei and Malaysia (Chinese heritage) and so I have Muslim family too! This ...
Thanks Night Shade and U.zair for the comments. And T-Dog, ya... I speak a little Mandarin:-))) but I can't read or write! Read More
gyms, health clubs? by tk4790
One of my goals while in Kuwait is to lose a bunch of weight. Does anyone have any info on gyms and health clubs? Also what is bicycling / running like in Kuwait? Is it possible what are the drawbacks?(besides the heat). -Tony
We just joined the Marina Hotel's gym-- Coral Reef Health Club marinahotel.com/Default.aspx?Id=31 I love it! lots of opportunity to lose weight here and comfortably-- not crowded and the staff are really nice! Read More
New in Kuwait... kind of...:-)))) by shisha
Hi Everyone! Ramadan Kareem!!!!!!!!! :-) I'm a 36 year old lady from Toronto,Canada! Newly arrived in Kuwait with my German husband. My parents originally come from Brunei and Malaysia (Chinese heritage) and so I have Muslim family too! This ...
Definitely,after Ramadan! I am free during the day! Take care! Tschuessy! :-) Read More
New in Kuwait... kind of...:-)))) by shisha
Hi Everyone! Ramadan Kareem!!!!!!!!! :-) I'm a 36 year old lady from Toronto,Canada! Newly arrived in Kuwait with my German husband. My parents originally come from Brunei and Malaysia (Chinese heritage) and so I have Muslim family too! This ...
Danke Schoen Nicole! :-) Whereabouts are you from in Germany? My husband is from Nuernberg and we lived for a while in Munich. Should mention I saw your pics of that restaurant in Salmiya-- looks absolutely delicious!!! Hope to meet up with you ... Read More
Tomorrow is the first day of Ramadan by kuwaiti girl
Ramadan Kareem... Some tips to avoid problems that you could have during Ramadan: 1- Working hours in Ramadan will be from 9:30 or 10 am till 1:30 or 2:30 pm. The traffic jam will be annoying and if you have to drive during these times try to be ...
Shukran! Ramadan Kareem!!!!!!!!!!! :-)))))) Read More
New in Kuwait... kind of...:-))))
Hi Everyone! Ramadan Kareem!!!!!!!!! :-) I'm a 36 year old lady from Toronto,Canada! Newly arrived in Kuwait with my German husband. My parents originally come from Brunei and Malaysia (Chinese heritage) and so I have Muslim family too! This ... Read More