jamonline
American looking for information about Saudi Arabia
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Registration: 14 June 2011
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Dear Riyadh by Jason5
Evening All, Another newby moving to Riyadh somewhere off compound around the 10 Sept to teach English at KSU. Lots of great information on here thanks. Next to a sense of humour, is there anything you wish you had brought with you or prepared ...
When you feel like you're just about to lose your mind trying to adjust I would normally advise a day or 2 in Bahrain. That being said, it would be a horribly bad idea this weekend. My wife and I went last week just for a day trip and it was ... Read More
Program to learn Arabic? by jamonline
Im looking for a program to help me learn arabic. My work schedule does not allow me to attend regular classes so I was looking for a program like Rosetta Stone or something similar with voice recognition software. I realize most systems will ...
Thank you! Im in Ras Tanura, and have a odd work schedule, so online/computer courses are about my only option at the moment. I will be able to practice my arabic at work (they have taught me some) but I would like to learn more. Read More
Program to learn Arabic? by jamonline
Im looking for a program to help me learn arabic. My work schedule does not allow me to attend regular classes so I was looking for a program like Rosetta Stone or something similar with voice recognition software. I realize most systems will ...
Armand, Thank you, but I already know where to buy programs ;-). What Im looking for is peoples opinions of which work and which dont. Some programs cost $500+ and I would prefer not to waste that kind of money on a program which doesnt work well ... Read More
Program to learn Arabic?
Im looking for a program to help me learn arabic. My work schedule does not allow me to attend regular classes so I was looking for a program like Rosetta Stone or something similar with voice recognition software. I realize most systems will ... Read More
Formalities to bring your pet in Saudi Arabia by Julien
Hi all, What are the formalities and paperwork required to bring your pet in Saudi Arabia? How long do formalities & paperwork usually take in Saudi Arabia? What are the relevant authorities to contact? Which vaccines are compulsory? Do ...
From the Saudi consulate website... also be advised that even with this information we were not able to jump through all the hoops in time and bring our cat. It can be...challenging.. 5. Authentication of Health Certificates For Pets For those ... Read More
Question for USA families living in Riyadh by twin_mom
My family is considering a move to Riyadh for my husband's job, but before accepting an offer, I want to get a feel for the life of an American family living in Riyadh. We have no problem moving to a middle eastern country, but want to ensure that ...
Safety and the future of my kids is actually one of the big reasons my wife and I are hoping to move to KSA. Right now we live in Jacksonville Florida, which has been the murder capital of Florida for 9 of the last 10 years (Miami finally passed us ... Read More
Experiences with Aramco? by jamonline
What are you experiences with Aramco? I am considering a job with them and hope to move my family to KSA this summer.
Thank you. Ive spoken to a few people who were there in the 80s and 90s, but trying to get an idea of how things are now with all the changes. Read More
Experiences with Aramco?
What are you experiences with Aramco? I am considering a job with them and hope to move my family to KSA this summer. Read More