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Saudi Arabia/Expert Profile
Expertise
I can answer questions pertaining to local culture and daily living for Westerners (expats) and what they do for vacation within Saudi. I am limited to questions about the Western Coast, since I never visited the Eastern part of the country. I have knowledge about Yanbu, Jeddah, Medinah, and Abhah. I can also answer general questions about what it was like to live there, etc. Please note that I cannot help with job market, job placements, and employment opportunities.
Experience in the area
I lived in Yanbu for 4 years and did some travelling in the country.
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response T = Timeliness P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | T | P | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anup Nair | 10/04/09 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 9 | |
| pat | 09/24/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you very much for your response ..... |
| Tami | 09/21/09 | 10 | 10 | 9 | 10 | Thank you so much for your help! ..... |
| Frank | 09/14/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Lauren, Thank you so much for your ..... |
| Tammie | 09/14/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank You so much Lauren for you ..... |
Recent Answers from Lauren Gilkey
2009-10-28 visit to Saudi:
Dear Liza, I'm not sure how well this research would work out for you. I agree that it would be fascinating to observe Saudi women, but why question is: how? Saudi is a fairly closed society. Getting
2009-10-27 nursing in saudi:
Dear Anita, Yes, you should be safe in the compound. It will be guarded, and since you are a single woman, it only women would be admitted (aside from security personnel). I believe the Mutawa are not
2009-09-29 Lifestyle in Yanbu - Saudi:
Dear Anup, You need to understand the culture and laws of Saudi. I will cover the basics here. Religion: Saudi is an Islamic state and all religions other than Islam are illegal. There is no tolerance
2009-09-20 To get information about Jubail:
Dear Arghya, Yes, I would take the furnished family status provided by the company. You will probably get good housing and if you choose to move later then you can. I would not have your wife go alone
2009-09-19 coming to Riyadh:
Hi Kylie, A ladies gym - cost will vary depending on where you are located, where the gym is, and what it offers. Generally, the cost should be very reasonable, even cheap compared to Western standards
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