Quote Originally Posted by Caruso329
Howdy Torog,

One of the reasons I want a beard is for warmth, since I will be travelling across the States in one of the coldest times of year. I'd also hate to come off as a wimy city-slicker.

I'm also planning on going to Saudi eventually, so it would be nice to be respected when I did go, if I may ask what was the purpose of your visit and do you have any advice for a future traveller to Saudi?

Have a good one yourself!

I don't know why, but I always feel it's more respectful to use your message format whenever I reply to you, lol.

-Caruso
Howdy Caruso,

I went to Saudi,to drill water wells,our completion depth was around 4200 to 5800 feet,so they needed roughnecks experienced on working on a regular land-rig.

If you do go to Saudi,you have to be very careful,there are 'holy men' that will be watching everything you say and do,you cannot look at their women and absolutley no Christian expression of any kind,is allowed,except behind closed doors,even then,you need to close the windows and cover them. Saying Grace before a meal in public,will git you thrown in prison,if you see a car wreck,you must not rescue the occupants,because that's interferring with 'Allah's ' will,don't even think about or ask about, alcohol or weed,you can drink near-beer,but nothing else. Always travel in a group and it's best not be out at night too. Absolutely no profanity in public either..if ya stub yer toe-it's best to bite yer lip-rather than cuss. It's best not to be out on the street,during prayer times too,if you are,go inside somewhere until it's over.

Basically,there ain't no reason to go to Saudi,unless yer working there or unless yer a muslim. They hate Americans there,but if ya act like a German or european,you'll be better off,also,most of em don't believe in deoderant,so don't make any remarks about that either. There may be additional advice and guidelines at the State department,you should go there and read the latest travel warnings for the region,as well.

I'm honored that you feel like responding to me in kind.

Have a good one !

PS: don't go if ya don't have to !
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