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Say hello to Hello Riyadh! — your smart, friendly relocation assistant trained on real expat experience. Get insider tips, checklists and local know-how to make your move to Saudi Arabia simpler, calmer and far less confusing.

Riyadh with kids is equal parts adventure and endurance test. Between school runs, sandstorms, and the city’s two rush hours, expat parenting takes patience — and good snacks. From safe parks to sanity-saving cafés and realistic ride-hailing tips, here’s how families actually navigate life with little ones in the desert metropolis.

From tennis under floodlights to glowing art installations and desert concerts, here’s your insider’s guide to what’s on across Saudi Arabia in 2025–26 — plus where to find tickets before they disappear.

Your first week in Riyadh can feel overwhelming, but this practical starter kit makes it manageable. From paperwork and SIM cards to groceries, housing, schools and healthcare, here’s your clear checklist for settling in quickly and calmly.

A family night at Riyadh Park — dessert first, laughs at Freakier Friday, brisket for dinner — all made better with The Entertainer Saudi Arabia app and a few buy-one-get-one-free wins along the way.

Life in Riyadh runs on apps. From paying bills to ordering shawarma at midnight, your phone is the ultimate survival tool. In this guide, I’ve rounded up the must-have apps every expat should download — covering money, food, transport, events and more. Think of it as your fast-track pass to living like a local.

Rediscover Riyadh with The Entertainer Saudi — the app turning ordinary weekends into mini adventures, with buy one get one free offers on dining, wellness and travel.

Thinking about moving to Saudi Arabia? From visas and schools to daily life and where to find lemon mint juice, here’s the honest expat guide I wish I’d had before relocating. Practical tips, cultural insights, and a few hard-won lessons to make your move smoother.

Can you do Disneyland Paris in one day? Yes. Should you? That depends. Here’s how we tackled the park from rope drop to collapse, with kids, sandwiches, and zero regrets.

From Spinneys’ gourmet aisles to Lulu’s global pantry, Riyadh’s supermarket scene in 2025 has something for every expat. Whether you’re after British biscuits, American cereals, or budget bulk buys, this guide breaks down the best spots to shop, the quirks of each store, and the apps that deliver it all to your door.

Moving to Riyadh as an expat family can feel overwhelming — paperwork, heat, housing, schools, and culture shock all hit at once. This guide walks you through those first crucial weeks: from Iqama and banking to finding groceries, compounds, and community. With practical tips and a dose of reassurance, you’ll discover that surviving your first weeks in Riyadh is less about perfection and more about small wins and settling into expat life.

Planning a family rail trip to Paris? Here’s how we made the most of our city base with two kids, a backpack full of snacks, and a loose plan. Spoiler: it worked.

Escaping the Saudi summer, we set off on a 2,400-mile European train adventure with backpacks, teens, and a spreadsheet in tow. From London to Milan via Disneyland, Legoland, and a lot of train snacks — here's how we planned (and survived) Interrail with teens without actually using the Interrail pass.

Curious about the IB school options in Riyadh? This guide covers everything you need to know — from tuition and accreditation to culture, curriculum, and which school might suit your child best. We've even included a downloadable 2025 comparison chart to help you decide with confidence.

Looking for a break without the baggage claim? Whether it’s lazy days at your compound pool or a luxe resort escape near Riyadh, this guide to Saudi staycations has everything you need to recharge close to home. Dive in for resort tips, local nature escapes, and poolside hacks to make your summer in Saudi seriously refreshing.

Struggling with bored kids in Riyadh's scorching summer? Discover the best morning and evening activities, air-conditioned escapes, and seasonal closures (like Boulevard World) in this ultimate survival guide for parents.

Riyadh rent prices 2025 hit record highs as Vision 2030 fuels demand. Get latest costs for compounds (SAR 180K+), apartments & villas, top expat zones like Hittin/DQ, hidden fees (Ejar, agent fees), and how mega-projects like Murabba & the Metro will reshape living. Essential guide for navigating Saudi Arabia's rental crisis.

Thinking of moving to Riyadh or just trying to make sense of your monthly outgoings? This updated 2025 guide breaks down the real cost of living in Saudi’s capital—from rent and school fees to groceries, transport, and hidden extras. Whether you're negotiating a new contract or rethinking your budget, this is your go-to snapshot for expat life in Riyadh today.

Scrambling to plan your Eid break from Riyadh? You’re not alone. Whether you're eyeing Istanbul, a Red Sea escape, or a road trip to Bahrain, this guide has honest advice on where to go, how it really feels in early June, and what’s still doable last minute. No fluff, just practical picks to help you escape the heat and enjoy the holiday — even if you forgot to book.