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uglybetty

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Lives in Riyadh

Registration: 12 April 2010

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uglybetty replied to a thread
13 years ago
uglybetty

Cover head during ramadan? by uglybetty

I have lived in the middle east for a few years now, so I know most of the dos and donts during ramandan. However, since this is my first ramadan in saudi, I would like to ask, should I cover my head when out shopping alone? Appreciate you advice.

uglybetty

Thank you all for your feedback. I am aware of the no eating and drinking in public and to be honest borntobemild why would I risk it! I wasnt aware that supermarkets were closed during the day so thank you all for that. So Im assuming they open ... Read More

uglybetty created a thread
13 years ago

Cover head during ramadan?

I have lived in the middle east for a few years now, so I know most of the dos and donts during ramandan. However, since this is my first ramadan in saudi, I would like to ask, should I cover my head when out shopping alone? Appreciate you advice. Read More

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13 years ago
Leedslad

Baby essentials by Leedslad

So I made my inaugral visit to the Granada mall today... I thought I would go and see what is there and also visit Carrefour to see if I could get some of the kids stuff I will need for when the family arrives... Key things I were looking for were, ...

uglybetty

Danube is in Hyatt mall which is right next to Sahara Mall which has Tammimi in it. Both malls have pharmacies in. Boots pharmacy is the opposite end of the mall to Tammimi so just keep walking down and it will be on your left. Good luck! Read More

uglybetty replied to a thread
13 years ago
Leedslad

Baby essentials by Leedslad

So I made my inaugral visit to the Granada mall today... I thought I would go and see what is there and also visit Carrefour to see if I could get some of the kids stuff I will need for when the family arrives... Key things I were looking for were, ...

uglybetty

Hi Leedslad, Im not sure about the cow and gate milk but I would recommend you try Tammimi and Danube, they have a fair amount of imported goods that may make you feel a little more at home. Read More

uglybetty replied to a thread
13 years ago
Leedslad

how much cash to bring by Leedslad

Hi All As some of you may know from my other threads, I am moving to Riyadh in th enext couple of weeks... I wanted to ask, during my first visit to initiate my Iqama process, since I will not be able to open a bank account until that is done, ...

uglybetty

Hi Leedslad, As RG said, better to bring cash with you just encase you had any problem with the ATM and Im sure you will get stung with the ATM. I believe the limit is 60,000 riyal which is about GBP 10,000 so you will not have any problems bringing ... Read More

uglybetty replied to a thread
13 years ago
malisohail

Poor worker looking for financial help for medical treatment in Riyadh by malisohail

A poor worker ‘Sohaq Molla’ (working as servant in local hotel situated in Hai’ Ta’wan, Abi Bakr Saddique Road, Riyadh) needs financial support for medical treatment in any hospital in Riyadh. He is suffering from piles since long and his health is ...

uglybetty

hi malisohail, I just read your post and I really feel for this poor man in such pain. Is there any update? Im afraid I wouldnt know who to seek advise from but there have been some valuable responses above. Do you know how much his treatment will ... Read More

uglybetty created a thread
14 years ago

Good places to eat in Riyadh

Hi all, Just wanted to mention, we have recently been and eaten at the four seasons hotel in kingdom centre. We ate at the grill and had the BBQ and I tell you it was AWESOME!! It was quite expensive but then again, since there is not much to do ... Read More

uglybetty replied to a thread
14 years ago
slyshooter

°µÍø½ûÇø Blog Paintball tournament by slyshooter

Hi, After the bowling event which is on 20th, we are planning a paintball tournament for guyz the week after i.e. on 27th April. THe charges are around 150-200 Riyal per head, looking for 20 sharp shooters atleast to make good teams. Confirm ...

uglybetty

so why the lack of interest? Read More

uglybetty replied to a thread
14 years ago
Dubliner1967

William and Kate.........a story of our time by Dubliner1967

PeopleÂ… I bring you a question of great importance. A friend of mine, lets call him William has met a girl online, lets call her Kate have decided to take their online friendship to the next level by meeting up. Yes thatÂ’s right here in Riyadh ! ...

uglybetty

What a beautiful story! I have been wondering what Kate will be wearing on the day! May they live happily ever after! Read More

uglybetty replied to a thread
14 years ago
slyshooter

°µÍø½ûÇø Blog Paintball tournament by slyshooter

Hi, After the bowling event which is on 20th, we are planning a paintball tournament for guyz the week after i.e. on 27th April. THe charges are around 150-200 Riyal per head, looking for 20 sharp shooters atleast to make good teams. Confirm ...

uglybetty

paintball is a game with 2 teams shooting paint bullets at eachother and its not totally painless but fun!! Read More

uglybetty replied to a thread
14 years ago
Dubliner1967

William and Kate.........a story of our time by Dubliner1967

PeopleÂ… I bring you a question of great importance. A friend of mine, lets call him William has met a girl online, lets call her Kate have decided to take their online friendship to the next level by meeting up. Yes thatÂ’s right here in Riyadh ! ...

uglybetty

I am curious to know how is the story of William and Kate progressing? Has the prince met his princess? ;) Read More

uglybetty replied to a thread
14 years ago
slyshooter

°µÍø½ûÇø Blog Paintball tournament by slyshooter

Hi, After the bowling event which is on 20th, we are planning a paintball tournament for guyz the week after i.e. on 27th April. THe charges are around 150-200 Riyal per head, looking for 20 sharp shooters atleast to make good teams. Confirm ...

uglybetty

hi, where is this? Is it 27 April evening? Read More

uglybetty replied to a thread
14 years ago
miahannaleo

Are all HR personnel in Saudi thick by miahannaleo

Ok i know this will start a Hot topic, but why are they so difficult to deal with. i went to the Saudi Embassy today in London to get my Passport stamped (as instructed by my HR department) but on getting there i found out not only was the visa ...

uglybetty

Ooh, we are searching for a good indian, where did you order from? We have eaten at the radisson and that was nice, there was also a buffet there but havnt tried that yet. Read More

uglybetty replied to a thread
14 years ago
miahannaleo

Are all HR personnel in Saudi thick by miahannaleo

Ok i know this will start a Hot topic, but why are they so difficult to deal with. i went to the Saudi Embassy today in London to get my Passport stamped (as instructed by my HR department) but on getting there i found out not only was the visa ...

uglybetty

if you think its bad now - wait till you get here, incompetence does not even begin to describe it ! :) on a more positive note, the food is really greatHey Dubliner, Where do you recommend to eat then? Or do you mean grocery wise?And Leo, 'go with ... Read More

uglybetty replied to a thread
14 years ago
miahannaleo

Are all HR personnel in Saudi thick by miahannaleo

Ok i know this will start a Hot topic, but why are they so difficult to deal with. i went to the Saudi Embassy today in London to get my Passport stamped (as instructed by my HR department) but on getting there i found out not only was the visa ...

uglybetty

if you think its bad now - wait till you get here, incompetence does not even begin to describe it ! :) on a more positive note, the food is really greatHey Dubliner, Where do you recommend to eat then? Or do you mean grocery wise? Read More