Northpole
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Registration: 19 November 2009
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Riyad - Compound by Northpole
I am looking for a one bedroom apartment in a good compound. Any suggestions?
Thank you very much for your help. Read More
To Seek Feeback on the Offer Received From Bank by azmanbck
Hi I am Azman and I am from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. I got the offer from the Bank in Riyard as the Head of Market Risk Department with the following packages: Basic Salary: SRD25,6000 per month; Accommodation: SRD: 6400 per month; ...
Hi azmanbck, your thread caught my eye today. Please feel free to contact me here or a private message, if you need further information. I am indirectly connected to the financial sector in the GCC. Read More
Newly arrived by Janric
Hi everyone Happy New Year! Just thought I'd pop in to let you know I have finally arrived in Riyadh. My boys and I have been here just over a week and are gradually getting aclimatised. We've been made welcome by others on the compound and ...
A very happy and prosperous 2011 to you and yours. Welcome to the country and this blog. Hope none of your known is effected by the recent flood. Read More
Riyad - Compound
I am looking for a one bedroom apartment in a good compound. Any suggestions? Read More
Yoga Classes
Does anyone know about any private Yoga or meditation classes in Riyadh? Read More
Skype by Slap and Tickle
Firstly, Merry Christmas to those who celebrate it. Don't know how many of you (if any) use Skype out there, but I am having a problem connecting today. It's working fine in other countries that I have texted and all my internet is working with no ...
This was due to the technical service disruption late last month. Read More
Skype by Slap and Tickle
Firstly, Merry Christmas to those who celebrate it. Don't know how many of you (if any) use Skype out there, but I am having a problem connecting today. It's working fine in other countries that I have texted and all my internet is working with no ...
Just for the information of the group. The paid Skype users got 7 days of extra subscription and 1 Dollar Skype call time. Read More
Skype by Slap and Tickle
Firstly, Merry Christmas to those who celebrate it. Don't know how many of you (if any) use Skype out there, but I am having a problem connecting today. It's working fine in other countries that I have texted and all my internet is working with no ...
http://bits.blogs.nytimes.com/2010/12/22/skype-goes-out/ Check this out.. Read More
Sahara Mall Brunch by musicman
Reposting from the hijacked thread:- From CAF: quote Ok Fans, Brunch/lunch is set for this Thursday, July 1, 2010, at the Sahara Mall Food Court at 11 am for all who would like to attend. Hubby and I are looking forward to catching up and ...
Good to know that it was an excellent afternoon. Extremely sorry could not make it, had some urgent issue at hand. On the next event will be there definitely to meet the group. Read More
Sahara Mall Brunch by musicman
Reposting from the hijacked thread:- From CAF: quote Ok Fans, Brunch/lunch is set for this Thursday, July 1, 2010, at the Sahara Mall Food Court at 11 am for all who would like to attend. Hubby and I are looking forward to catching up and ...
Good to know that it was an excellent. Extremely sorry could not make it. Had some urgent issue at hand. On the next event will be there definitely. Read More
Sahara Mall Brunch by musicman
Reposting from the hijacked thread:- From CAF: quote Ok Fans, Brunch/lunch is set for this Thursday, July 1, 2010, at the Sahara Mall Food Court at 11 am for all who would like to attend. Hubby and I are looking forward to catching up and ...
Hello all, I would like to join, Can I? Although, it is my working day but will definitely give it try. If no body has an objection! Read More
Another eagle has landed lol by Cynthia e
Hi All, I arrived on Sunday night. My feet finally touched saudi sand. Its been a very busy week, but all are so helpful and friendly. And, the heat is unbearable LOL!!!!!
Hi Cynthia, Welcome to Saudi Arabia! You have moved from one extreme (cold climate) to another. You will get use to it. It took me a couple of months to acknowldege the reality of living in the desert. I believe it is extremely hot today. Best ... Read More
Best Mobile Phone Brands & Where To Buy Them by Alliecat
LG is a good brand for appliances in the US, but I see here they also make cell phones. Anybody have any experience with this? I'm going to buy a new phone and I'm not really sure what I want and where to get it. I saw a ton of mobile shops in ...
There is no warranty of these Chinese version smartphones, once you step out of the shop and it does not work, then, it is just a paperweight. My suggestion go for NOKIA from Axiom, as long as you want to use the phone in the Middle East. NOKIA has ... Read More
Best Mobile Phone Brands & Where To Buy Them by Alliecat
LG is a good brand for appliances in the US, but I see here they also make cell phones. Anybody have any experience with this? I'm going to buy a new phone and I'm not really sure what I want and where to get it. I saw a ton of mobile shops in ...
By the way, there are Chinese version of Blackberries and I-Phone in Mursalaat area, available very cheap. But there is risk if you visit a developed nation, and caught with pirated version of these smartphones then, they may fine you. Read More
Financial Markets
Anybody in this forum trades/invest in the financial markets? i.e. stocks, commodities or currencies... Read More