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17th February 2010

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Time Between Drinks
For some reason, this website now doesn't display who wrote the comment, but I'm guessing it's you Heather. Sorry, but I'm now in Amsterdam. About your comments that it's been a long time between drinks.... it's even longer when you are in The Kingdom. LOL.
From Blog: Spring Camp: Dinner in the Desert
17th February 2010

TedTravel
Ted

Questions about Khafji
Please click the link in the blog that says "Send Private Message" and then I can answer your questions directly to your email address. I would be happy to help if I can.
From Blog: Welcome to Al-Khafji, Saudi Arabia
16th February 2010

ALAN
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GOVT.
How's the government there? and did you see religious police?
From Blog: Life in The Kingdom
15th February 2010

Heather J
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Pls say "hi" to my old friends...
Great to read your blogs again, Ted! It sounds like you're making the very most of your time there (aside from work), as usual. It's fun to see the photos ... thanks for taking the time to share them (nothwithstanding the effort required). In stark contrast, as you no doubt know we've had snowstorms here in the US - and a FOOT of snow in Dallas! Never thought I'd see that! I raced around with my camera and tripod to document this unique event. If this note reaches you before you leave, please say "hi" to Peter and Denes for me - it's been a long time between drinks :-)
From Blog: Spring Camp: Dinner in the Desert
15th February 2010

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Ted

Spring Camp
We were not allowed to have women as part of our staff for this client. So being a guy is pretty much my major qualification!
From Blog: Spring Camp: Dinner in the Desert
14th February 2010

eve
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Great pics--thanks! You were a brave eater... So, if you had women there working as part of your group would they have to go eat in a tent by themselves, or would they have been included at the meal with all of you?
From Blog: Spring Camp: Dinner in the Desert
14th February 2010

sai
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Thank you for the post at internet - Journey @khafji
Hi, I am going to khafji - neutral zone - very shortly - on work permit - waht is your suggestion - Please guide me - Iam married with daughter (1 year baby) - is it good place to live - any security issues.... what additional care i need to take - what is your suggesition?
From Blog: Welcome to Al-Khafji, Saudi Arabia
14th February 2010

TedTravel
Ted

Food
The food is plentiful, but much the same every day: chicken, shrimp, and rice (plus side dishes). I have another entry coming with a desert feast (whole lamb). Stay tuned!
From Blog: Life in The Kingdom
12th February 2010

eve
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And....?
.....how's the food?? Sounds like between crises you probably don't have time to eat anyway! Or, do you have to prepare your own meals too? LOL.
From Blog: Life in The Kingdom
12th February 2010

eve
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Hi Ted. Glad to get an update on your trip! What a bummer about Hotel Sleazy. Guess that's why travel is such an adventure! I'm going to guess that the controls in your "suite" operate a kind of automatic car wash type system that just drops down from the ceiling and cleans the whole room in one pass (air dry and wax are extra, of course)!
From Blog: Welcome to Al-Khafji, Saudi Arabia
12th February 2010

Jim Podlich
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Yikes
So, I now have an idea of why we have not herd from you in quite some time. Nice to see you building those frequent flyer points. Keep the postings coming. I got this on the 12th. soes that make sense? At the top of the blog it says- Welcome to Al-Khafji, Saudi Arabia Written February 1, 2010; Published February 12, 2004 I can accept international travel, but time travel? Some job!
From Blog: Welcome to Al-Khafji, Saudi Arabia
12th February 2010

Missy
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OMG!
What an adventure! You are a brave soul and had me laughing out loud. Missy
From Blog: Welcome to Al-Khafji, Saudi Arabia
29th January 2010

Lue Landsberger
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Awesome Camels!
Hi Ted, I really enjoyed seeing your pics and reading about your trips. I am a travvel junky! It is interesting - and reassuring - to know that the people there were interested in you -in a nice way and not in a "I would like to blow you up now" way. My favorite of the pics were the camels - especially the "Minnesota" camel. Lue
6th January 2010

TedTravel
Ted

Mystery Photos
You are correct, Nadeem! However, there is PLENTY of snow in Minnesota. I would be willing to trade some Minnesotan snow for Saudi sand. Right now, here in Minnesota, the temperature is MINUS 23 degrees C.
From Blog: Can you identify: Minnesota vs. KSA?
5th January 2010

Nadeem
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Mystery Photos
Photo#2 is of Saudi Arabia, as there is no snow in the kingdom .
From Blog: Can you identify: Minnesota vs. KSA?
5th January 2010

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Ted

Dammam
Dammam is the capital of the Eastern Province in Saudi Arabia. It is one of the largest cities in Saudi Arabia that borders the Arabian (Persian) Gulf.
From Blog: First Time in Dammam
4th January 2010

goushebasha
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damam is good
what is damam city.
From Blog: First Time in Dammam
28th December 2009

TedTravel
Ted

Women and Hofuf
Yes, women can tour these spots. It's probably not something you'd want to do on your own, but certainly women are welcome. In fact, you'll see the wife of one of my co-workers in the photos.
From Blog: Hofuf and the Al Qara Mountain Caves
26th December 2009

Marie
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great
just a silly q..are women allowed to go and have a tour on these spots? lol..
From Blog: Hofuf and the Al Qara Mountain Caves
2nd November 2009

Amanda
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Mc D's
I used to live in Riyadh, I was feeling a bit nostalgic and looking for a cheese bread recipe and stumbled upon your blog. I've been to that mc d's! It's a wonderful country with their two story fast food restaurants.
From Blog: Sing-alongs, Jelly Fish, and Khobar
29th October 2009

Chris G.
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Great Blog
I am writing this from my room in Steineke. I am in KSA for 5 weeks and am half way through the trip. I live in Detroit so I know what a culture shock this is for someone from the Upper Midwest. Unfortunately, I am here as a Consultant working solo. I haven't met any other Westerner's willing/interested in traveling so I spend most of my weekend time here in the compound. I am pretty busy during the week visiting different locations (some of them remote) so the time passes pretty quickly. I can attest that the food outside the dining hall is wonderful. I have had the chance to have lots of local fare and it is terrific. Between the lamb, hommous, fresh lentils, foul, and many other wonderful dishes it is truly a culinary expose. I just wish sweets and deserts weren't so prevalent. Oh well, that reminds me, it is time for dinner. Bon-a-Petite~
From Blog: Final Food Blog - Goodbye from Dhahran
21st October 2009

Adrian Starkey
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Wot no Cream Puffs?!
Ooh how I hanker for the humble Hamour.......
From Blog: Food Blog - Aramco Lunch
21st October 2009

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Ted

Tamini Caterers
And for what they charge, you could do your wedding at a fraction of the cost. Quality and inexpensive. What a deal! Of course, the clear solution is for you to get married in Saudi Arabia. I'll get the paperwork started!
From Blog: Food Blog - Aramco Lunch
20th October 2009

Becky
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I'm glad you found new things to write about.
Hi Ted, I have been following some, but need more time to look at the photos from your desert adventure and loved the state fair pictures. I had preparred myself for no Ted blogs so was very happy to receive some updates, and apparently now you have quite a following. I am in London this week, arrived last Sunday mid-day and return on Friday. Mostly working but trying to see as much as I can in the little bits when I am not working. We are hoping to see Wicked tomorrow, I am hoping it will work. I hope you have a safe trip home. Becky
From Blog: Food Blog - Aramco Lunch
20th October 2009

Jessica
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Can't come home...
... until you convince the caterers to come with you. Thanks.
From Blog: Food Blog - Aramco Lunch

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I traveled to Saudi Arabia in February, April, May, and October 2009 and in February and April 2010. I have now returned in 2012. This blog was written as a journal of my experiences and as a way of keeping in touch with family and friends. Thank you for taking the time to visit my blog and for your interest. I welcome your comments, even if you don’t know me. As salam alaykum - Peace be upon you. Scroll down on this page to see my blog entries. Click the link below to see the entire blog entry (with a larger font). To see photos that are large... full info
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