Al Khobar
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Al Khobar
Hi, I'm about to move to Al Khobar from the UK in Janaury and was hoping for some advice on finding a single man apartment in a secure compound. Any advice would be great.
Also, is there a big social scene on the compounds?
Many thanks in advance
Nick
Also, is there a big social scene on the compounds?
Many thanks in advance
Nick
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However, if you enjoy other activities than eating fast food and walking around shopping centres I would encourage you to live in Manama and commute. There are bars, cinemas, women without abayas and generally it is a nicer place...
i'm sure some other people will answer as well, but if you have specific questions feel free to ask. I will do my best..
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Does the Magic Kingdom accommodate single men in a western compound? In my day, it was strictly families only. Good luck. Why not try squeezing your employers for a multi-entry/exit visa so you can reside in Bahrain like many other single westerners working in Khobar/Damman?
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Does the Magic Kingdom accommodate single men in a western compound? In my day, it was strictly families only. Good luck. Why not try squeezing your employers for a multi-entry/exit visa so you can reside in Bahrain like many other single westerners working in Khobar/Damman?
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http://www.rezayat-catering.com/khob...ommodation.jsp
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The traffic is actually fine most of the year. Takes me 35 minutes in the morning and 55 minutes in the evening. This is a small price to pay for freedom. Also it is actually less than my commute was in London....
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I stayed for two months at the Rezayat bachelor hotel compound (or a previous one) in 1994. The food was excellent. Try and get one of the rooms in the two-storey block that surround the swimming pool. Rooms have satellite TV, queen size beds (don't know why !). There is a gymnasium, snooker room, squash courts and more. Find out more from:
http://www.rezayat-catering.com/khob...ommodation.jsp
http://www.rezayat-catering.com/khob...ommodation.jsp
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Does the Magic Kingdom accommodate single men in a western compound? In my day, it was strictly families only. Good luck. Why not try squeezing your employers for a multi-entry/exit visa so you can reside in Bahrain like many other single westerners working in Khobar/Damman?
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I was on a project - worked hard - social life was the compound, snooker, swimming, tennis - but no beer! Went with Dutch expats to Bahrain at the weekends for drinks. I went to a rugby social club that British and Dutch frequented (can't remember the name). Otherwise I had a good time at the Gulf Hotel, good British bar, dart boards. Also dancing clubbing there for younger folk at the weekend.
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I was recently transferred from Riyadh to Khobar. So far I haven't managed to find the social scene here. I don't really know anyone except my colleagues who aren't much for adventure or getting out. If anyone wants to be friends with a fun young American guy, or if you're aware of any social events or clubs I could have access to, please shoot me a message!
Also, this is a long shot, but if you happen to be in need of a DJ for a party, I work for free
Sorry, forgot to mention: I live in a single unit on a small compound and I'm pretty sure there are rooms available. I have no idea what the prices are like, but I can get you some contact info if you're interested. The compound isn't very lively but the rooms are nice enough. It's called Al-Falak.
Also, this is a long shot, but if you happen to be in need of a DJ for a party, I work for free
Sorry, forgot to mention: I live in a single unit on a small compound and I'm pretty sure there are rooms available. I have no idea what the prices are like, but I can get you some contact info if you're interested. The compound isn't very lively but the rooms are nice enough. It's called Al-Falak.
Last edited by yrsammit; Dec 22nd 2010 at 5:21 pm.
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I was on a project - worked hard - social life was the compound, snooker, swimming, tennis - but no beer! Went with Dutch expats to Bahrain at the weekends for drinks. I went to a rugby social club that British and Dutch frequented (can't remember the name). Otherwise I had a good time at the Gulf Hotel, good British bar, dart boards. Also dancing clubbing there for younger folk at the weekend.
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There is a good network of Brits over here, and as everyone is in the same boat, just go up to them and get chatting and you will probably find people going off raod desert trekking etc
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I was recently transferred from Riyadh to Khobar. So far I haven't managed to find the social scene here. I don't really know anyone except my colleagues who aren't much for adventure or getting out. If anyone wants to be friends with a fun young American guy, or if you're aware of any social events or clubs I could have access to, please shoot me a message!
Also, this is a long shot, but if you happen to be in need of a DJ for a party, I work for free
Sorry, forgot to mention: I live in a single unit on a small compound and I'm pretty sure there are rooms available. I have no idea what the prices are like, but I can get you some contact info if you're interested. The compound isn't very lively but the rooms are nice enough. It's called Al-Falak.
Also, this is a long shot, but if you happen to be in need of a DJ for a party, I work for free
Sorry, forgot to mention: I live in a single unit on a small compound and I'm pretty sure there are rooms available. I have no idea what the prices are like, but I can get you some contact info if you're interested. The compound isn't very lively but the rooms are nice enough. It's called Al-Falak.
http://forum.aramcoexpats.com/index.php