Saudi Arabia/Lauren Gilkey

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      N = Nominated for Expert of the Month

DateUserKCTPNComments
2009-10-04Anup Nair7779No 
2009-09-24pat10101010NoThank you very much for your response. I think there will be a transition period, but that it will not be very difficult. We have lived in Cairo Egypt for two years now, so are somewhat adjusted to some of the lifestyle that you describe. The biggest change will be the need to wear the black dress. Your input has made a difference in our life and will allow us to make a better and more informed decision. Thank you very much again.
2009-09-21Tami1010910NoThank you so much for your help! this was certainly the answer that I was looking for. It is very much appreciated! Regards, Tami
2009-09-14Frank10101010YesLauren, Thank you so much for your advice on this. I have heard so many conflicting reports on this that I just did not know what to believe. Your help on this is very usefull and I an passing this onto the people I work with too so they are well informed. I have been looking at sites concerning Islamic Law to to my best to adhere and comply to all local law & customs, but this was one topic I could not get a clear understanding. Thank you. Frank
2009-09-14Tammie10101010YesThank You so much Lauren for you quick, honest, clear and helpful response!
2009-04-09queen amidala10101010No 
2009-02-06Jan10101010NoThis website gives a lot of information and questions are responded to very quick and helpful. Keep up the great work. Thanks a lot!
2009-01-03Cheryl10101010Yesthis has been a very helpful overview and I really appreciate the honesty in the answers. Its just the practical advice i needed. thanks
2008-12-09MARISA10101010YesVery polite, quickly and helpful. Very useful the recomendation of the 2 books. Thank you very much.
2008-10-23Robert10101010YesLauren Thank you - I will share the info within my company. The part about jewelry was helpful; since 18K gold is inexpensive. Two reps from the U.S. just got back from S.A.
2008-09-09Ahamed10101010YesThankyou
2008-09-09Renee10101010Novery informative and helpful.
2008-08-29Lenny10101010YesDear Lauren, Thanks a lot! Well understood and really helps! :)
2008-04-21Maria8979NoThanks yes booking trip to dubai...few days in the sun!
2004-03-22Danielle781010NoThank you, Lauren. You were a great help.
2002-01-29Solveigh8101010YesAltough the answer highlighted the general expat thoughts in that subject, it neglected Recurutiment agencies, and Muslim candidates, for me Saudia is the best environmrnt to work for
2001-01-17Jer10101010NoThanks Lauren!
2000-12-28Charli10101010YesLauren's reply had an extremely friendly "tone" to it - it was like asking a question of a friend! Please pass on my thanks to her for her most helpful reply to my queries.
2000-11-14Bob8101010NoThanks alot for your help.

 

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Lauren Gilkey

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.

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I lived in Yanbu for 4 years and did some travelling in the country.

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