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Thanks, will report back on how it went.

Now searching for a car rental company that allows the cross the border with the same rental terms, it seems I have to park on one side and arrange a pvt transport both ways.

[QUOTE=ShiftTab;2954706]There should not be any problems driving across the bridge to Bahrain. When you go through the customs on the Saudi side, just have your passports and valid visas. The Bahrain side cares more about car insurance than anything else, so have the insurance and car registration papers available. If the car agency prohibits the car from going to Bahrain, the Saudi border guards will not let you leave, but check with the car agency when you hire the car. When coming back to Saudi Arabia, do not bring any alcohol or pork products, because they will arrest people for bringing back alcohol.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Hhann;2957854]Thanks, will report back on how it went.

Now searching for a car rental company that allows the cross the border with the same rental terms, it seems I have to park on one side and arrange a pvt transport both ways.[/QUOTE]Have you consider using Careem, which is like Uber. You might get lucky and find a Careem driver who can drive you over the bridge to Bahrain while you park the rented car in Saudi Arabia. Once in Bahrain, you can get around with taxi or Careem because Bahrain is not a large island.

[QUOTE=Hhann;2957854]Thanks, will report back on how it went.

Now searching for a car rental company that allows the cross the border with the same rental terms, it seems I have to park on one side and arrange a pvt transport both ways.[/QUOTE]All rented car companies will give authorization for entring thier rented cars to Bahrain, it coast 40 ryalls.

[QUOTE=Hhann;2957854]Thanks, will report back on how it went.

Now searching for a car rental company that allows the cross the border with the same rental terms, it seems I have to park on one side and arrange a pvt transport both ways.[/QUOTE]Any report on how it went? Did you visit the apartments some people mentioned here or go to the clubs?

Greetings everyone.

Out of curiosity I checked out Riyahd on seeking and connected with a lovely curly haired Arab girl. Seems too good to be true LOL. However, what are the best hotels and airbnbs specifically to stay in and be safe and discreet? Can someone explain what "compounds" to me as I saw it mentioned earlier. I am not married and have a US passport and don't want to land either of us in trouble. Any guidance is appreciated for someone coming in with no experience in KSA.

Sorry Shift, my trip to Riyadh, which was meant to happen end of Nov / early Dec has not yet materialised.

Am more of a club person who laughs at my own unlucks than an apt person.

[QUOTE=ShiftTab;2964613]Any report on how it went? Did you visit the apartments some people mentioned here or go to the clubs?[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=WaltoDerri;2966586]Greetings everyone.

Out of curiosity I checked out Riyahd on seeking and connected with a lovely curly haired Arab girl. Seems too good to be true LOL. However, what are the best hotels and airbnbs specifically to stay in and be safe and discreet? Can someone explain what "compounds" to me as I saw it mentioned earlier. I am not married and have a US passport and don't want to land either of us in trouble. Any guidance is appreciated for someone coming in with no experience in KSA.[/QUOTE]What I've seen in the housing situation in Saudi Arabia is some private homes are grouped into a walled compound. I was told that a developer would build a dozen houses next to each other, then surround them with a wall and entry gate, creating a compound. The houses would be sold to different people and they would all be part of the compound. Some of the newer houses I've see being built now aren't built in compounds, but you can walk up to the front door from the street. The houses in a compound have the advantage that there's parking for the resident's cars since outsiders aren't allowed into the compound. If you rent an airbnb, I would suggest a stand alone house and not an apartment so the neighbors are a distance away and can't see you bringing in the girl. I think more importantly is who the neighbors are. If Saudi, they might raise suspicion, but if the neighbors are expats it should be no problem.

During the month of Ramadan muslims are supposed to fast during daylight hours, but also refrain from having sex. It appears the government is helping the people with this by cracking down on prostitution. There is a story in al Arabiya about the government arresting six women for prostitution by an office set up by the crown prince. I checked out some ads on massagerepublic and sent messages on whatsap to about 10 of them, but only 1 responded. It seems everything has gone dark with the current government crackdown.

[QUOTE=ShiftTab;2990779]During the month of Ramadan muslims are supposed to fast during daylight hours, but also refrain from having sex. It appears the government is helping the people with this by cracking down on prostitution. There is a story in al Arabiya about the government arresting six women for prostitution by an office set up by the crown prince. I checked out some ads on massagerepublic and sent messages on whatsap to about 10 of them, but only 1 responded. It seems everything has gone dark with the current government crackdown.[/QUOTE]I used to be a walker along the streets of Burgos—doing what I had to do to pay for tuition and medical needs while in college. As soon as I got my license, I didn't think twice—I applied as a nurse and flew to Riyadh to work at King Abdulaziz Medical City under NGHA.

I'm half Filipina, half Mexican, and my body type is naturally curvy—something that often made people think I was Arab. Only difference? I'm just 5 feet tall.

One experience that really took me aback was in Batha, Riyadh. I was walking around the street near the gold shops and noticed some things that strangely reminded me of Burgos. To my surprise, prostitution was happening there too—quiet, but present. A Saudi girl even approached me and asked if I'the be up for a private villa appointment—what they locally call an Estraha. I was scared, confused, and honestly a little curious. I declined, of course, but she still handed me a card. Just in case I changed my mind.

For a moment, I felt like my past had found me, right in the middle of the desert. Hehehe.

But this is the reality of the world now. Even in Riyadh, back before the pandemic, things weren't as strict as people might imagine. During Ramadan, some rules were loosely followed. We could drink, have relationships, and live a bit more freely behind closed doors.

If you're ever in Riyadh and want to see it for yourself, check out the street of Batha near the gold shops. You'll notice local Arab girls strolling around, too.

_iM GFE before.

There are lot of Massage places in the City near to sea which is second largest city in K s A. It's all home based have you tried it how is it and is it safe. Also which are the best apps here.

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One experience that really took me aback was in Batha, Riyadh. I was walking around the street near the gold shops and noticed some things that strangely reminded me of Burgos. To my surprise, prostitution was happening there tooquiet, but present. A Saudi girl even approached me and asked if I'the be up for a private villa appointmentwhat they locally call an Estraha. I was scared, confused, and honestly a little curious. I declined, of course, but she still handed me a card. Just in case I changed my mind.

If you're ever in Riyadh and want to see it for yourself, check out the street of Batha near the gold shops. You'll notice local Arab girls strolling around, too.
[/QUOTE]During my visits in the Kingdom, I have had the pleasure of meeting ladies from Phils, Indo and few from African continent. Source was one of the mobile apps. As Curious GFE rightly pointed out, if observed carefully, one can see that in Batha and few malls indirect solicitation was prevalent. Not only Estraha or Compounds, now some of the hotels in 3 major cities are also available. They are not objecting to couples (read: unmarried) meeting and staying together.

Local ladies also head to Bahrain for fun. If you plan and play well, you may hang out with them. Though it might be a bit expensive outing (wink). Happy and safe punting.

Cheers.

Does anyone have any experiences with the Braira al Yarmouk? I wanted to stay in a compound for easier access to booze and fun, but couldn't find any (recommendations appreciated). Now staying at this hotel and wondering if I'd be having any fun at all in Riyadh.)

Well, the well-known dating site in Riyadh is literally a market place. I met so many women on there, all with normal jobs but happy to make some money on the side. Since I didn't want to meet in my hotel, at first, I went to an apartment but backed out at the last moment when I saw a guy in a car exactly in front of the apartment and very clearly replying to my messages. I am not easily frightened, but in KSA the better choice was to abandon the Mission, which I did. More KSA-experienced punters can tell me if I was seeing ghosts or whether this was the right course of action. I subsequently did invite someone over to the hotel and that was a nice experience, and now her house mate also wants to come by. Good times.

Hey, Which app is this? Feel free to send a DM.

[QUOTE=EvanMorris;3026404]Well, the well-known dating site in Riyadh is literally a market place. I met so many women on there, all with normal jobs but happy to make some money on the side. Since I didn't want to meet in my hotel, at first, I went to an apartment but backed out at the last moment when I saw a guy in a car exactly in front of the apartment and very clearly replying to my messages. I am not easily frightened, but in KSA the better choice was to abandon the Mission, which I did. More KSA-experienced punters can tell me if I was seeing ghosts or whether this was the right course of action. I subsequently did invite someone over to the hotel and that was a nice experience, and now her house mate also wants to come by. Good times.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=ULiveOnlyOnce;3026599]Hey, Which app is this? Feel free to send a DM.[/QUOTE]I can't send DMs as I have tried but couldn't pay the subscription and no reply on how to pay besides Scamcoin.

Anyway, the site was simply Tinder. Many health care workers from other countries than KSA are looking for some extra cash.