DesertExplorer
@Raunak86
Indian expat in Saudi Arabia
Forum posts
132
Contacts
17
About me
Indian
Lives in Khobar
Speaks English and other Indian/South Asian languages, Bahasa Indonesia
Registration: 22 June 2013
Activity
New in Jubail - what is there to see here ? would like to meet people by DIMI_3
Hi everyone, My name is Dimitri I am new in Saudi Arabia Jubail. Came here for my job. What is here to see/to do? I would love to meet people/ see new places,... Greetz Dimitri
Well if it is just Bahrain its usually a 'no -brainer', take your car and drive off. What you do in Bahrain, you may want it to stay in Bahrain :) If you really intend to mingle with people interested in outdoor join the various sites - ... Read More
Nesma Compound by nigelgodfrey
Does anyone have any feedback on the Nesma Compound? I will be looking at the single status bachelor studio flat type. I arrive around Mid April. If there are two, then I will be looking at the one near Jubail Port area. The monthly rent of some ...
Nesma is a good compound and has facilities such as a library, 2 swimming pools, restaurant as well as tennis and basket ball courts. Would recommend if you get a place in there. Read More
Finding a job in Saudi by belsouthafrica
Please can someone advise the best and easiest way to find a job in Saudi? I am currently and have been a Managing Director for 10 years
More than the websites, its the personal connections that should help. The best way is to connect to people in your industry/your line of business. For an expat female - It may not be easy, but it will not be impossible either. A 6 month ... Read More
Want to get Back to India - dont like my work - how to go back? by Tabrwzkhan29
Dear All, I am here in Dammam on Purchaser Visa, from JUne 2015. Got my Ikama also, but my company is not good, and I am forced to do labor job in an outward location from city in a warehouse, not even getting salary. I have asked many a times ...
Hi! This is an unfortunate. Please contact the labour attaché in the Indian embassy. The most useful link is http://www.indianembassy.org.sa/Content.aspx?ID=828&PID=689 You have the phone numbers as well as the format for registering ... Read More
Fun in Khobar? by enjangu
Hi. What is there for a single woman to do in Khobar on the weekends (besides go to Bahrain)?
@Lovely_Guy: Could you help me with a copy of the Desert treks book please! I have been searching for it for over 3 years now, the publisher has stopped publishing and its not available in Jarir. However, I do have my hands on the Desert treks from ... Read More
Living in Khobar vs Bahrain by Simoz82
Hello we are moving to khobar in a couple of months and i can't really find a nice compound (online) so far that would fit within my budget !! .. but i was thinking about living in Bahrain instead and then my husband commute .. Does anyone has ...
Largely depends on what you would be looking at and your work timings. In Baharain, large houses in Saar district costs about BD650 to BD 700 a month. However, pre and post Ramadan the traffic to Bahrain takes anything between 2 to 3 hours during ... Read More
SABIC Contractor - JAL HR by ARM7
Hello!! I have been offered employment at SABIC through JAL HR. Does anyone know about JAL Contractor? Is it safe to work with JAL? Please provide your feedback on JAL? I need your help
JAL is a renowned contractor of SABIC and employ large number of white collar staff for SABIC. As far as I am aware, heard and seen there should not be anything that should hold you back. All the best, Raunak Read More
Please advice me how to handle this situation - unfinished contract by rheetzyanacad
Hi gud day..can i hve a piece of advice bcoz i dont know to handle my situation right now..thank in advance Im 13 months working with my employer as a domestic helper.with a salary of 1200 sr,,,no iqama,no medical insurance.in fact even panadol i ...
Please contact your embassy and the Overseas Filipino Workers Assocation (OFW). They will provide you all the legit help. Read More
Who like smoking Sheesha more between girls or guys? by Akprince
Just wanna talk generally, who love to smoke sheesha more...guys or girls? And why?
If it is just a general question and not linked with any research - I had topped asking such questions after Grade 5! Regards, R Read More
Looking for compounds in Khobar (or Dammam),Saudi Arabia by IrinaRmssn
Hello dear Forum participants. My husband and I now living in Dammam, he works in Dammam. But we really want to move to live in a compound. We come from Tallinn (Estonia). We are looking for the compound themselves , to be honest, I did not think ...
Hi There, For the budget check out the below: 1.) Seaview COmpound, AlKhobar 2.) Abdullah Fouad, Dammam 3.) AlDosaary compound, AlKhobar 4.) Golden Belt Village, AlKhobar 5.) Suwaiket Compound, AlKhobar 6.) CCC compound, AlKhobar Hope this ... Read More
Happy Diwali !!!!! by Kymadoce
Though away from home but atleast we can wish our online fraternity.....hope the future keeps bright , healthy and Happy....
Hello everyone. Wishing you and your families a very happy Diwali and a prosperous new year. I pray this festival of lights fills your lives with happiness, laughter, health, wealth, prosperity and success. An interesting thing to know - How do ... Read More
Termination without employee consent by vishnukumar
Dear Members, As part of the company internal process, company force me to resign from my position, I am working in Accounts department and company decided to move all the accounting Job to out side KSA( INDIA) because of this reason they are ...
If you are being terminated, do the following: 1.) Keep the copy in writing that you are being terminated. 2.) You need to be paid a salary of a minimum of 4 months OR till the end of contract, whichever is later. 3.) You need to collect all your ... Read More
Desert Camping, Eastern and Central Province exploration! by Raunak86
Hi All, Is any body here interested in desert camping and exploring places in and around Eastern Province and Central province? Looking for trip mates!
Hello everyone! As the weather gets better, we will plan one soon. Feel free to get in touch! Read More
Indian spice stores in Jubail by Mumbai_Indian
Friends, I am from Mumbai, India and will be moving to Jubail early 2014. I checked the net to find if there are stores that stock and sell spices from India and other typical Indian grocery items but could not find any useful information. Can you ...
There are plentiful markets in Khobar and Dammam, which sell utensils (including Indian brands such as Prestige). Johwra market (near Alissa souk is one such place). With plentiful south Asian expats in the country, you will face a hurdle finding ... Read More
Price for private taxi from Dammam railway station direct to Bahrain? by zanoo
Hey guys, I have a last minute trip to Bahrain planned but my friend in Dammam is no longer available to go with me. So, I have to try to find a lift by myself. I'd like to cross the border after midnight to avoid the traffic. My question is how ...
SAR 250 is usually a fixed price for private drivers. By any chance are you the CS guy!?! Read More