4 Things I Wish I Knew Before Moving to Saudi Arabia

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  • @idanad.
    @idanad. Місяць тому +19

    As a saudi woman I respect your attuide and the time you took to research.
    I respect foreigners who respect us and respect our culture.
    Thank you 🎉that's shows your a honest caring person.
    May Allah bless your life.

    • @petedoessaudi
      @petedoessaudi  Місяць тому +6

      أنتي مرة طيفة 🫶🏼 أنا ممتن لكي -كل يوم اسكن هنا أتعلم - حتى اللغة العربية

    • @baderalmutair22i71
      @baderalmutair22i71 Місяць тому +1

      @@petedoessaudi nice bro your Arabic is good

  • @crocodile6708
    @crocodile6708 Місяць тому +10

    As a Saudi citizen, i confirm your points. Deep thanks to you for taking some of your valuable time to presenting my culture. ❤

    • @petedoessaudi
      @petedoessaudi  Місяць тому +2

      Thank you for the love - I appreciate you 🫶🏼

  • @siavashmashoof
    @siavashmashoof Місяць тому +17

    Often we snuff a a lot of these etiquettes in the uk but upon reflection, respect is a big deal, and helps society to function in an orderly and peaceful way. This has diminished a lot in uk behaviour - respect for elders, doctors, dentists etc - and see where it has got us!!

    • @petedoessaudi
      @petedoessaudi  Місяць тому +5

      I couldn’t agree more, that’s why it’s so surprising and delightful to see how much it’s still a priority here. Basic respect for all is a must

    • @d7ooomymc346
      @d7ooomymc346 Місяць тому

      I still think apart from eastern asia, uk is very modest compared to other countries without naming… I think this is because uk was the hub and the birthplace of many human advancements and prominent history which is something worthy of respect. I mean we are both kingdoms so we get along well 😁.

  • @aalkhodair
    @aalkhodair Місяць тому +17

    Thank you for sharing this. Saudis are genuine and they respect other people. Generally, they are understanding when it comes to these cultural traditions.
    I am fascinated that you spotted these small acts of respect. Keep up the good vidoes rolling!
    P.S. You should do a video on the best invention ever (Shattaf - the water pump) so much better and cleaner than toilet paper 😂😂

    • @petedoessaudi
      @petedoessaudi  Місяць тому +2

      Hahaha maybe I should - I’d have to get creative with how I demonstrate its use 😅😂
      Thanks for the kinds words too, I appreciate it 🙏🏼

  • @ThatRya
    @ThatRya Місяць тому +4

    5:39 this one is actually not just for foreigners or guests .. we do it as a sign of respect with everyone, especially with elders or with women (if ur a man) and so on... and Yes the things u pointed about the right hand are completely true but also its mostly related to Islam since we're Muslims ofc.
    generally most of the stuff we do (respecting the elderly, not shaking hands with the opposite gender, using the right hand, welcoming and taking care of guests... etc) come from Islam... so I think the key for understanding the culture here is to have the bare minimum of understanding for the Islamic teachings.

    • @petedoessaudi
      @petedoessaudi  Місяць тому

      I couldn’t agree more, and it’s always so interesting asking these sorts of questions to friends as the answers widely vary, all giving such different insights

  • @CCCCFFW
    @CCCCFFW Місяць тому +4

    I really appreciate the information you provided and presented in a nice, smooth and respectful way, thank you for noticing these things, they may seem unimportant to some but they really matter to us, and yes we really respect and appreciate those who try to be nice, helpful and loving, we love giving, respect and appreciation, thank you for this video

    • @petedoessaudi
      @petedoessaudi  Місяць тому +1

      Thank you, I appreciate the love - it’s always so heart warming 🫶🏼

  • @majiddajani5038
    @majiddajani5038 Місяць тому +6

    Saudi guy here. I love your smart remarks, Pete, especially 2&3. Always remember: Right is Right, Left is Wrong. 😄

    • @petedoessaudi
      @petedoessaudi  Місяць тому

      Haha thanks Majid 😂 Glad I was able to get it the right way around 😉

  • @mohd-obid
    @mohd-obid Місяць тому +2

    I appreciate your interest and the positive image you convey. I would like to add a fifth thing to the four things, such as: If you are sitting, stand when talking to someone older than you, or your father, mother, older brother, or older sister, and do not talk to them while you are sitting.

  • @ItsHoobaa
    @ItsHoobaa Місяць тому +3

    Hi Pete, we’re so glad to have you here in Saudi Arabia! I hope you have a wonderful time. Thank you for taking the time to learn about our culture, your willingness to connect with us means a lot. Don’t worry if you make mistakes..we understand, and the people here are nice and will be happy to help and support you.

    • @petedoessaudi
      @petedoessaudi  Місяць тому

      And I am blessed to be here! Thank you so much for the warm comment. It's been 5 years now and still learning new things. It's also been a year learning Arabic... Maybe I'll do a video on that soon too...

    • @ItsHoobaa
      @ItsHoobaa Місяць тому

      @@petedoessaudi It’s great to hear that. I can see how much you value your time here and I’m sure your video will inspire many! Looking forward to see it

  • @AlsahliKhalidYT
    @AlsahliKhalidYT Місяць тому +8

    As a Saudi guy I can confirm that your observations are correct.
    I would laugh like crazy if British told me you Yameen ♥️😂

    • @petedoessaudi
      @petedoessaudi  Місяць тому +1

      Hah! I’m looking forward to meeting you in a lift then 🤣

  • @mysteryd8866
    @mysteryd8866 Місяць тому +5

    I am Saudi and I noticed that foreigners complain the most about our driving , I didn't know that our driving is considered crazy by people around the world since I am used to it , I guess I learned something new lol .

    • @petedoessaudi
      @petedoessaudi  Місяць тому +1

      Even the Saudis I speak to know it’s crazy 🤣🤣

    • @UmmPoopie
      @UmmPoopie Місяць тому +1

      Not only crazy but life threatening. Don’t know who taught you guys to drive because you don’t follow any rules and don’t care about other drivers’ lives. Allaahu musta’aan

  • @A7mush
    @A7mush Місяць тому +4

    Arabs since ancient times before the prophetic call to Islam have had great customs and traditions in honoring the guest, and after the prophetic call to Islam, this concept was reinforced with countless great things, including dealing with people and the importance of who is on the right.

    • @petedoessaudi
      @petedoessaudi  Місяць тому

      Ahh that’s makes lot of sense. Thank you!

  • @adel3258
    @adel3258 Місяць тому +6

    Saudis are among the most respectful people I have ever known. They are an educated people who are open to other cultures. What I like most about them is their generosity. Their generosity is exceptional and they are always welcoming.

    • @petedoessaudi
      @petedoessaudi  Місяць тому

      I couldn’t agree more. Although that generosity ends on the roads 😅

  • @mohammadalharthi108
    @mohammadalharthi108 28 днів тому +1

    Amazing, you've really become part of Saudi culture. It’s impressive how well you understand our traditions!

    • @petedoessaudi
      @petedoessaudi  27 днів тому

      Thank you 🙏🏼🙏🏼 I really appreciate these words

  • @MSN-82
    @MSN-82 Місяць тому +5

    What you mentioned mate is absolutely spot on 👌🏽 If I may add, people in Saudi will not have big expectations of expats to understand the culture and adhere to it from day one. If you make one of these mistakes, rest assured it’s not going to be a big deal. When I’ve lived in the UK back in 2008, I was told not to wear perfume, otherwise I’d get strange looks, especially up north where I’ve resided, then I just went by that no problems at all.

    • @petedoessaudi
      @petedoessaudi  Місяць тому +1

      Thank you for the love. I’m glad I got the information accurate too! I appreciate you sharing this 🫶🏼 I hope you enjoyed your time in the UK up north too!

    • @MSN-82
      @MSN-82 Місяць тому +2

      @@petedoessaudi I did and I do, every abroad vacation, I shall spend it in the UK 👌🏽

    • @petedoessaudi
      @petedoessaudi  Місяць тому +1

      @@MSN-82awesome to hear - you’re probably there more than me!

  • @ManeaSayal
    @ManeaSayal Місяць тому +2

    Great job! That’s a sharp observation. 👍
    The great thing about traveling is getting to know other cultures and traditions. As I am a Saudi, I can say that Saudis, in particular, show immense respect for others, especially those who respect our traditions and are eager to understand them. You’ll find volunteers from all over, ready to explain and help you learn!
    What can I say? Saudis truly are some of the most welcoming and generous people on earth. You will discover this during your stay in the Kingdom. 😊

    • @petedoessaudi
      @petedoessaudi  Місяць тому

      Absolutely! I continue to discover this more and more as I live here longer. Just when I think I’ve seen it all, something else happens 🫶🏼

  • @tamimator
    @tamimator Місяць тому +2

    Well done Pete. Good observations and nice of you to share them.

    • @petedoessaudi
      @petedoessaudi  Місяць тому

      Thank you 🫶🏼 I appreciate that

  • @ayyubvernon1557
    @ayyubvernon1557 Місяць тому +2

    I'm also a Brit in the ME... Can confirm. There dude is spot on. Yameen!

  • @NaziaH-v8z
    @NaziaH-v8z Місяць тому +3

    Good nature Respect be polite Good manners

    • @petedoessaudi
      @petedoessaudi  Місяць тому +1

      Absolutely! Politeness goes along way

  • @NaziaH-v8z
    @NaziaH-v8z Місяць тому +3

    Respect & a warm welcome

  • @SinaTedros-d1y
    @SinaTedros-d1y Місяць тому +3

    I always wondered why Arab men in central London would cross their feet like that instead of the way British people do. So interesting. Thank you!
    P.s we have the right hand, firm hand shake in my culture too!

    • @petedoessaudi
      @petedoessaudi  Місяць тому +1

      Every day is a school day 😂🤓

  • @Positive-Princess
    @Positive-Princess Місяць тому +2

    No rules on the road, now that’s how I like to drive! 😂❤

  • @ALD7MI2011
    @ALD7MI2011 Місяць тому +3

    Saudi here, all good brother and the man in the 1st part who clicked to you to remove your feet is also understand that you're not familiar with those cultural stuff but telling you himself better than someone else (too extreme) in a bad way or getting wrong image of you.
    number 2 and 4 are quite right, meanwhile number 4 specially is serious for us and i do hope you read a bit more deeper into it, kindly.

    • @petedoessaudi
      @petedoessaudi  Місяць тому +1

      I appreciate your feedback 🫶🏼 Truly

  • @arashahad8733
    @arashahad8733 Місяць тому +2

    Hi Pete. I was planning to move to Saudi from Europe. I have Muslim background. How is the current economy in KSA and what is your forecast for the next years? Maybe you can also do a video about this topic. Thanks

    • @petedoessaudi
      @petedoessaudi  Місяць тому +1

      I’d love to help you, but unfortunately I wouldn’t be best places to go into accurate details on all of this, but what I can say, with the 2030 vision, the future looks incredibly bright!

  • @Sheikh-XX
    @Sheikh-XX Місяць тому +1

    Imagine growing up not knowing of all these things. I’m left-handed. Holding a spoon with my right hand has always been a struggle. I’m already a clumsy slow eater, and if I try using my right hand, I would be much slower and look like a 3 year-old struggling to eat. I hate going to weddings because whenever they serve food, I always use my left hand, and there’s always that random guy calling me out for “sharing my food with Satan". I sometimes avoid eating or drinking at all because of this. The worst thing is if I’m visiting someone and they randomly expect me to eat with my hands because I don’t know how to, and they usually find it funny for some reason.
    It never crosses my mind where someone’s feet is located (as long as it isn’t directly in front of my face), but I learned that there are actually some sick-minded, jealous individuals who hate you for whatever reason, and they would actually cross their legs towards you to offend you.
    I also never cared which hand someone is using to eat or to give me something. I don’t want to ever think of that.
    About women, It is very complicated and it depends on the family. I’ve had female friend, and both our families knew that we were friends, and it was fine because both of us are well-raised and we know our limits, but those friendships never last because they would all of a sudden cut me off after getting engaged..

  • @voice88out
    @voice88out Місяць тому +3

    Well said 🎖️

  • @IsmailAlseni
    @IsmailAlseni Місяць тому +1

    I’m really surprised that you know a lot about us, You even know the deep details that are difficult to be discovered by foreigners👌🏻❤️😂

    • @petedoessaudi
      @petedoessaudi  Місяць тому

      Hah! I only know these things from mistakes I’ve made so I’m always learning 🫶🏼

  • @mohammedallha61
    @mohammedallha61 Місяць тому +1

    Respect for your video I am Saudi and your video is 100% accurate

    • @petedoessaudi
      @petedoessaudi  Місяць тому

      Amazing. I’m so happy I didn’t get anything wrong 😅😅 I appreciate the comment. That’s a relief! 🫶🏼

  • @NaziaH-v8z
    @NaziaH-v8z Місяць тому +2

    Desire to learn

    • @petedoessaudi
      @petedoessaudi  Місяць тому

      It's all too easy to think you don't need to make the effort, but the joy comes in discovering and learning new things

  • @NaziaH-v8z
    @NaziaH-v8z Місяць тому +2

    Alhamdulillah

  • @Lifedisabledd
    @Lifedisabledd Місяць тому +2

    Hi. What do you do professionally? Can you advise on an agent to help get low cost Accomodation in Jeddah? I've tried so many websites, it's useless.

    • @petedoessaudi
      @petedoessaudi  Місяць тому +3

      I’m literally just editing a video now to go through the accomodation aspect of things 👌🏼

    • @Lifedisabledd
      @Lifedisabledd Місяць тому

      Thanks so much. 😂. I just got a notification for it. Going to watch it now.

  • @TwiceFan4ever
    @TwiceFan4ever Місяць тому +1

    Yameen = right/ on the right
    Yasar: left/ on your left
    Qiddam: in front/ forward
    Waraa: backward

    • @petedoessaudi
      @petedoessaudi  Місяць тому

      A'ala tool!
      All very useful taxi driver directions too ;)

  • @alistairherrett5444
    @alistairherrett5444 Місяць тому +2

    Very valuable video

  • @anonymous28non28
    @anonymous28non28 Місяць тому +1

    I’m a Saudi, and I confirm 😂

    • @petedoessaudi
      @petedoessaudi  Місяць тому

      Haha I’m glad it’s accurate! 🫶🏼

  • @priusa8113
    @priusa8113 Місяць тому +1

    What city r u living in ? I live in jubail eastern province 😊

  • @VinayakBhat-x1k
    @VinayakBhat-x1k 16 днів тому

    So, if I am left handed person, I will be in trouble?

  • @user-tn1oh3he8c
    @user-tn1oh3he8c Місяць тому

    My man said bum gun😂😂😂

  • @ahmedalshalchi
    @ahmedalshalchi Місяць тому +1

    hahaha ... So you knew it finally ....

    • @petedoessaudi
      @petedoessaudi  Місяць тому

      Haha of course!

    • @ahmedalshalchi
      @ahmedalshalchi Місяць тому

      @@petedoessaudi OK , so would these applicable to your culture too there ?

  • @abdulrahmanalghamdi399
    @abdulrahmanalghamdi399 Місяць тому +2

    Bum gun 😂❤

  • @esraafadul2929
    @esraafadul2929 Місяць тому +1

    i didn't see yaminak coming lol

  • @ETSCross
    @ETSCross Місяць тому +1

    How do you deal with all that awful heat?

    • @petedoessaudi
      @petedoessaudi  Місяць тому +1

      Air conditioning 😂

    • @ETSCross
      @ETSCross Місяць тому +1

      @@petedoessaudi What about when you're outside?

    • @petedoessaudi
      @petedoessaudi  Місяць тому +1

      @@ETSCrosswell you just don’t hang around outside during the summer - literally car to office, office to car… In the winter it’s beautiful outside and so lots of nice cafes to enjoy the outdoor weather etc. Or throughout the year you may have access to a pool or the sea 👌🏼

  • @lehoff
    @lehoff Місяць тому

    I better star wiping my bum with my left hand then!😂

    • @petedoessaudi
      @petedoessaudi  Місяць тому +2

      Practice makes perfect…

    • @lehoff
      @lehoff Місяць тому +1

      @@petedoessaudi indeed! 😂
      A lot of cultures around the world have the same mentality for the right hand.
      Heck in Europe the left hand was considered work of the devil. Hence the word "sinister" and where it came from.

  • @jolnarchan
    @jolnarchan Місяць тому +1

    😂😂 التعليق على الشوارع يضحك

  • @NaziaH-v8z
    @NaziaH-v8z Місяць тому +2

    Certain traditions customs no handshake with a woman

  • @atiyaalbayati1317
    @atiyaalbayati1317 Місяць тому +3

    I watched a video where a british woman lost her job because of her seating posture in a meeting with her boss, she could not understand what was wrong with the way she sat

    • @petedoessaudi
      @petedoessaudi  Місяць тому +1

      Oh damn, that sounds bad! Respect is a big thing here, so best to always be professional in those occasions.

  • @Xy33zr
    @Xy33zr Місяць тому +1

    Any woman whom you can marry you can't shake hands with.

  • @Xy33zr
    @Xy33zr Місяць тому +1

    You can't even shake hands with your sister in law.

    • @petedoessaudi
      @petedoessaudi  Місяць тому

      Thanks for the insight 🙏🏼🙏🏼

    • @Xy33zr
      @Xy33zr 9 днів тому

      @GhostRider92-m2h of course it is true.
      Go to Google and check it.

  • @AAA-uq6bw
    @AAA-uq6bw Місяць тому +1

    Im saudi i was born and raised in Saudi Arabia and i just learned ur example about letting ppl on the right side to pass first 😅 thx i learned something new about my culture 😂🙏🏼

    • @AJ-vn9un
      @AJ-vn9un Місяць тому

      No offense, but have you been living alone in a cave since you were born?🤨
      We Saudis are taught these protocols from day 1!

    • @petedoessaudi
      @petedoessaudi  Місяць тому

      😂😂😂 let’s play nice 😅

    • @AJ-vn9un
      @AJ-vn9un Місяць тому

      @@petedoessaudi sarcasm is an essential part of our culture too🤓