Starting My Life in Saudi Arabia: An Expat's Personal Journey

Starting My Life in Saudi Arabia: An Expat's Personal Journey

Welcome to My Life in Saudi — a personal blog sharing real experiences, practical tips, and cultural insights about living in Saudi Arabia as an expat. Whether you're planning to move here or are simply curious, this blog is for you.

Why I Moved to Saudi Arabia

Relocating to Saudi Arabia was a major life decision. Like many expats, I came here for a job opportunity, driven by curiosity, career goals, and the desire to experience something completely new. The Kingdom is undergoing rapid transformation, and I wanted to be a part of that story.

First Impressions of Life in Saudi

From day one, I was struck by the hospitality of the people, the richness of Islamic and Arab culture, and the balance between tradition and modernity. The cities are clean and well-developed, the infrastructure is impressive, and there’s a lot more diversity than I expected. At the same time, cultural norms are different — and adapting takes time, patience, and respect.

What You Can Expect from This Blog

My goal is to provide useful, honest, and respectful content about expat life in Saudi Arabia. Topics I’ll be covering include:

  • Everyday life in major cities like Riyadh, Jeddah, and Dammam
  • Work culture and employment tips for foreigners
  • Understanding local customs and cultural etiquette
  • Travel destinations within Saudi Arabia
  • Expat housing, shopping, food, and entertainment

Respecting Culture and Community

All content on this blog is written with respect for Saudi culture, Islamic values, and local laws. I avoid political, religious, or controversial topics that may be offensive or against Google AdSense policy.

Let’s Start This Journey Together

I invite you to follow along as I share stories, photos, and practical tips. If you're an expat already living in Saudi, I’d love to hear from you in the comments. If you're just starting your journey — welcome! You're not alone.

Be sure to check out the About and Contact pages if you’d like to learn more or get in touch.

Thank you for visiting — and welcome to My Life in Saudi!

– The Author

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