Al Mintaqah ash Sharqiyah 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 ?

I was wondering about the weather in Dhahran? I have applied for a position in Saudi Arabia. I've looked at different blogs, and they all say different things regarding the weather. Some say that the average temperatures in summer is around 96 degrees. others say up to 110 or 120 degrees farenheit. I just read one a few minutes ago that said it could get up to 150 degrees farenheit.

The highest recorded temperature in the world is supposed to have been 122 degrees. So I'm confused.

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.

Can i have a help regarding the airport procedures in dammam airport. just a brief step to step procedures departing from dammam airport because it will be my first time to depart along with my kid. your help will be much appreciated..thanks.

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!

we are holding visit visa and we are given a final stamp and due is 2 weeks from now. my son is studying and school ends this march. our dependent visa is in the process and we want to have our visa renew again until at least at the end of the school this march...they said we should go to governor's office. can somebody help me..any suggestions please.is there a chance our visa will be renew..we are willing to pay just give us a chance to stay at least for 2 months..anyway we are filipino family.

thanks for the help...

I am looking for nearest International airport to Al Jubail? I have to fly from Singapore.

Can any one guide me the road map from Dammam to Dubai

Thnaks in advance

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

I have a friend who is travelling to Saudi within the next 2 months probably & would like to hear of any meetings in the dharhan area where she will be living & working.
She was in touch with someone in AA over there but they have lost touch.
Any information on this would be most gratefully recieved .

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

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

Does anyone PLEASE have the contact info for any western therpists in the khobar/ dhahran area? Doesnt nessesaarily HAVE to be western but she does have to be a woman. I know there are many arab male ones around but I'd be more comfortable with a western, and a woman, since the 2 male arab ones (no offense intended to anyone) told me I should be content cleaning and cooking for my husband.....
Thank you very much in advance.

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 All
I am wandering about:
1- Is SR 40 k can secure a 2 bed room in a decent compound for an family?
2- Any idea about int'l schools sites in Dammam or Al Khobar and what is the schools fees for kg1 and kg2 ?
3- what is the life style in Dammam and Al Khobar??
Thanx all in advance

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 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

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

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?