Al Khubar Travel Forum

hi


i came to know from someone's posting about driving lessons in
al khobar......please can some one tell me if this facility is also for women.
i really need to learn driving b'coz i know that in saudia arabia women can drive within the limits of some of the compounds for expats.

thanks a lot in advance.

I would like to ask how true that Muttawa or Saudi police catch single men and women who speak to each other or be together as prohibited by Saudi laws. Does this apply to foreign nationals, too? I have learned of men & women (both expats) meet in malls and are able to go together in public. Women are said to be able to go into the Bachelor's housing as long as the man's companion will allow the woman's entry. Some women even wear mens clothing to be able to walk into mens' housing. How then can you say that Saudi laws still prevail for the locals as well as expats?

I am going to be moving to Al Khobar very soon and wondered if anyone could direct me to a good on-line site where I could check out the abayers. I have been given one 'cuckoofashion.com but its not not got what I want in the catalogue nor the website.

Any ideas ?

we are moving to al khobar.i want to ask if i'm supposed to wear abaya all the time i'm outside the house while in al khobar,is it necessary even inside the compound??? if i stay in apartment then i have to wear abaya even when i leave the house. what is the rent for 2bhk house in compound and an apartment. i will be grateful for immediate replies.

Anybody knows if/how I can get wireless internet connection in the Khubar area?

I will be going to Saudi for a few weeks and need to go on-line on almost a daily basis. currently my husband's apartment does not have a phone line.

thanks!

Dear VTers

I need urgent help, i've heard of some compounds who have reasonable prices, but it's almost impossible to get their phone numbers, i'd appreciate if anyone posted their numbers, and if possible unit sizes and prices...also if you know of any other compounds which offer 2br units or bigger for the range of 30k-60k, ....

Gulf Pearl Compound - Infront of Giant Stores on the Sea-Port Road between Dmm and Khobar

Asia Compound - I have no idea where it is,

Nesma Village

Hi everyone

Is there any good ladies gym in alKhubar area?? Or Dharan/Dammam area??
What I'm looking for is variety in classes and good machines (Don't really care about swimming pool).

Would love to hear your inputs,anything will help :)

Thanks in advance,
Liya

we are looking for an apartment very near the philippine school(IPSA).we have only one son and a small for rent can be with own kitchen and bathroom. at least not more than 850 saudi riyals.

hope somebody can be able to help me.thanks.

Hi Guys,
I have been transferred to Al Khubar, and I am looking for more details of the city, especially i am looking for a nice house , preferably where there is Indians , as I have heard the social life in saudi is restricted , I prefer to live in a good apartment where there is a good social life...
Need your help...

A quick question about the cost of food in Al khubar. Is it possible to get cheap local food in the compounds? I will probably be in the Eurovillage, can I get cheap food there? And what is an average price for a plate of local food? Thanks for the help!

hey does any of you guyz know what the website address for eXtra electronics store is?

Hello there..my name's Ali, from Indonesia..i'm going to work in Al Khobar for next June '07..possibly i can find cheap flats/apartment next to airport only for one person and my marital status is single..many thanks

I am looking for a place to stay for 2 nights in Khobar or in the near areas but I do not want to spend a lot of money. In Jeddah and Riyadh there are some nice, clean, big and furnished apartments that are not as costly as the expensive and popular hotels. Usually in Jeddah I could rent a 2 bedroom apartment for 250 riyals per night. No luxury but clean and confortable. Appreciate all your help!!

Thank you!!

MIRRORCRAX HELP ME HERE IF YOU HAVE ANY IDEAS..!!

Hi, I'm trying to get a Saudi driver's license. Have a couple of questions:
1. Where is the driver's license office in Al-Khobar?
2. What do I need to bring/prepare to get the license? I currently hold a U.S. license.
Thanks

Hi

I am flying to Damamm in a few days with my family and want to get a limo/taxi across to Bahrain from the airport. Would probably need a 7 seater with bags etc. Can anyone recommend someone and price we should expect to pay?

Thanks

Hi,

I have heard about a Multiple Entry/Exit visa for the King Fahd causway which is valid for 6 months & cost 500 riyals. Does anyone have this? How & where does one get it from? If not then is there any other visa which will allow Multuple Entry/Exit on King Fahd causway?

Thanks

I am very new to Khobar and was wondering if anyone would be able to share some insight into the below so that I can keep myself occupied. Any and all help is more than appreciated.

1) Where might I be able to get arabic lessons?
2) Are there any gyms/ healthclubs in town that offer b-ball courts, pool, weights, treadmills, etc.?
3) What are some of the better restaurants around town (specifically Lebanese/ Middle Eastern)?
4) Any golf courses or driving ranges? Clubs for trekking, fishing or triathalon training?
5) How strict are rules/ laws regarding photography?

Pretty much looking for stuff outside of my computer at work that will keep a once active 20-something bachelor occupied.

Regards

Hi!

I would like to know, if how long it will take the processing of the application for visit visa or a residence visa?

How would you know that your application for your visa is rejected or approved?

hi!just wanna know if there are any craft stores or any such shop in al khobar where i can make candle making supplies,like wax,molds,wicks etc.???thanx in advance!

I am looking for some apartment , sharing or ful basis. furnished preferably

Any body can tell me which route should I take while driving from Dubai to Khubar by road, and how long it will take to reach at Khubar

Hi there. My family will be moving to al-Khubar in August and we will probably be living in the Eurovillage compound. I also run a little internet business and I was wondering what the internet service is like there. Is it a headache to be on, or is it comprable to western services. Also, is it expensive to have internet in your home? Is it worthwhile getting it installed or are you better off just using the cafes?

Thanks for your help!

Hello.
We are an american family of 4 living in kobar. It's hard to meet people here and was wondering if there are any other american (or western) families here that would like to meet and make friends? NOTHING FREAKY PEOPLE. I mean just another couple to hang out with and double date, couple things, get kids together...
I'm 27, Texan, with 4 month old twin boys. I'm an English Teacher and my husband works for the Air force.
Thats all the info I'm comfortable with giving out online, but if theres any other couple out there interested in making friends, and good decent friends at that, please reply! Or send me an email to my VT addie.

Thanks friend,
Do the directory assistance speak english as I will be calling from India.
Will it be enough if I dial +966905 ?
regards

Is it possible to get the telephone no. and address of the person staying in al khubar on net or by calling or faxing some authority ?

hi.my son and i are moving in alkhobar on the coming couple of months to be with my husband.i didn't quite understand the situation of apartments or villas living with another family in 1 apartment. my husband got an apartment or flat sharing with another family.i want to asked is it really fine and our privacy will still be there even on a sharing basis..tx.

Has anyone out there given birth at the SAAD Hospital? Or does everyone go to Bahrain to give birth? I am also looking for baby bedding as well as a maternity pillow to sleep. I've been to mothercare (didn't have much selection in what I needed), pumpkin patch (just a few clothes)...so any help in finding the items I mentioned above would be nice. I wonder if I will have to order all this stuff online..

I am looking for some nice "spa" like places to get manicure, pedicures, facials, massages, etc. So far the only thing I see online is the Oasis place that has a spa. I went to one place last week but it was hidden and someone had to take me there. Otherwise, I would of never known it was there. I would like to try others before I become a "regular" at a spot :) It was really cheap like $25 (including tip) for a mani/ped. BUT I am willing to pay more for that nice enviornment

I am working as System Admin for a Five star resort,Alkobar. Looking for a job in Oil industry. If anybody can find any opening, please let me know.

Thanks
Ans

Hi,

We are moving to Al Khobar soon (my husband - Norwegian, myself - Australian, and our Labrador - also an Aussie...). I have braces - in fact the top set are lingual (on the inside of the teeth and as such the treatment is different to regular braces). Does anyone know of any orthodontists in Al Khobar? I might have to go to Dubai for treatment which would be a bit of a pain.

Thanks
Oz