richfng
American expat in Saudi Arabia
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About me
American
Lives in Yanbu
Speaks English Korean
Registration: 05 October 2013
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Things to do in Yanbu during the weekends by Christine
Hi, What do you usually do on your weekends in Yanbu? Are there any places to visit, any activities, any events or festivals regularly organized you would like to recommend? What are your top tips for the weekend in Yanbu? Thank you in ...
Expat get togethers at a particular Western Only beach is normally what happens. Other than that people get together for BBQ's, dinners, go to parks or playgrounds for those with children, scuba, snorkeling, fishing.... The entertainment options ... Read More
Looking for help regarding the medical testing requirements by LittleHeart
Hi all!! :cheers: I recently accepted a marketing job and before my employer can apply for my employment visa I need to complete some medical tests but I had a couple of questions: 1. I am required to get testing done at a GAMCA approved facility; ...
Hey Little, Generally your employer or the agency your employer is using in the US will be able to help you find an "approved" place to do all your medical. My company flew me out (NY to CA) to use their Dr for everything.....yet they ... Read More
Internet Access, Cellphones, RC Housing and Satelite TV in RC Yanbu by richfng
Thought I'd start a separate thread for coning to RC Yanbu. First I want to thank everyone who replied to my posts in other threads and answered via email. It has done a lot to put my mind at ease and to settle some of my wifes concern. I'm an ...
As you won't have an Iqama you will have to go with a Prepaid plan at Mobily. Cost is 100 Riyals ($26 US Dollars) and SIM card is free. I also signed up for a 1GB Data at 80 riyals/month and they throw in What'sApp usage free anytime not against my ... Read More
Moving to Yanbu in the next 2 months.. Advise needed pls by Hawke_David
Hi Saudi Colleagues and Friends, I would like to know more about the place I will be potentially moving to Yanbu in the next 2 months with Parsons, my wife and son(13) and daughter (5) will be coming in about 3-4 months time. Please could you ...
My apologies for not Thanking You sooner. Been in RC Yanbu for over a month and am actually enjoying myself. YES it is a different culture, country and customs... but for the most part people have been nice, helpful and friendly. RC is more like ... Read More
Internet Access, Cellphones, RC Housing and Satelite TV in RC Yanbu by richfng
Thought I'd start a separate thread for coning to RC Yanbu. First I want to thank everyone who replied to my posts in other threads and answered via email. It has done a lot to put my mind at ease and to settle some of my wifes concern. I'm an ...
OK I've been here over a month now and gratefully surprised it isn't as bad as I expected :) RC Yanbu is new modern and spread out, basically Suburbia back in the US. Old City is very interesting, chaotic to the uninformed and is more of what I ... Read More
Internet Access, Cellphones, RC Housing and Satelite TV in RC Yanbu
Thought I'd start a separate thread for coning to RC Yanbu. First I want to thank everyone who replied to my posts in other threads and answered via email. It has done a lot to put my mind at ease and to settle some of my wifes concern. I'm an ... Read More
Moving to Yanbu in the next 2 months.. Advise needed pls by Hawke_David
Hi Saudi Colleagues and Friends, I would like to know more about the place I will be potentially moving to Yanbu in the next 2 months with Parsons, my wife and son(13) and daughter (5) will be coming in about 3-4 months time. Please could you ...
Possibly in the same situation myself: Offered a Safety job in Yanbu and considering taking my wife nad infant son with me..... Concerns: Safety of my wife & Son? Entertainment... what is my wife going to do besides drive me crazier? How is it to ... Read More