DANA
@danik2010
Jordanian citizen
Forum posts
92
Contacts
7
About me
Jordanian
Lives in Ploiesti
Speaks romanian (native language), english (very good), french, italian (beginner)
Registration: 02 September 2010
living costs
No, I'm not going back...I am home and I'm perfectly OK here... I have a friend who wants to go there and this is her's husband salary. I told her that she can live OK with this money, but she wants more opinions... thanks everybody!! Read More
living costs
Thanks for answer! It's not my friend, it's my husband, so it's family budget I'm talking about... Read More
living costs
Hello everybody! Is it easy life for 2 adults in Amman with 1000 JD per month income? I know rent price is high there... Read More
Hair salon
I am the same with my hair... I do everything on Emad Bazzi Salon, at Four Season Hotel... They are great, the best... Read More
Do you know... by Primadonna
... that IKEA is coming to town??? The latest information that I have is that it will open his doors at the end of this year. The location is nearby the airport road, on the way to Madaba. I'am so happy but at the same time I realize that the ...
IKEA is not cheap at all... I have it in my country for a few years, close to my home and I visit it many times... beautiful products, unique models, good fabrics... but quality has a price... Read More
shipping companies from amman to Australia??
I have the same problem, shipping something to my country (Romania). I asked the Amman agency of my airline company (Tarom) to recommend a shipping company and they gave me a phone number and address... Maybe you should do the same... Read More
Acrylic nails by hanagrg
Where can I find a salon that does acrylic or gel nails in Amman. Thanks
Hi, Julia! Where is your location? Read More
Amman Weather by Adam j
Hello, hope all of you is fine with this stormy weather. what is your plan to spend the coming three days in such a weather?
Am vizitat destul... stau in Amman din 2010 :P Gata, vreau sa plec acasa de-acum.... Read More
Amman Weather by Adam j
Hello, hope all of you is fine with this stormy weather. what is your plan to spend the coming three days in such a weather?
Sunt bine, plictisita... Iordania e urata iarna :( Abia astept sa plec acasa... Read More
Amman Weather by Adam j
Hello, hope all of you is fine with this stormy weather. what is your plan to spend the coming three days in such a weather?
Home, sweet home... watching a lot of movies and TV (in Romanian, of course)... Read More
Romanian Language Center by DejaVu83
Hi Everyone, Does anyone know if there is any center, institution, etc.. teaching the Romanian language in Amman? I searched within newspapers, nearby centers but couldn't find any. Thanks.
It would be nice, but... I don't think so :( Read More
Contact in Amman by MariaMihaela
Hello to everyone, I am intending to visit Amman next week . I am Romanian native speaker, living In Milan, Italy. My current position is in-house translator and languages teacher. I am studying MSA and my travel is for cultural reasons. I would ...
Yes, it would be nice to meet you here in Amman!! When you arrive, send me a private message... See you soon! DANA Read More
Contact in Amman by MariaMihaela
Hello to everyone, I am intending to visit Amman next week . I am Romanian native speaker, living In Milan, Italy. My current position is in-house translator and languages teacher. I am studying MSA and my travel is for cultural reasons. I would ...
Bun venit in Amman, Maria Mihaela!! (This is "welcome to Amman" in Romanian language) Read More
Can anyone help? by danik2010
Hello, everybody! Does anyone know if there is in Amman a shop for second hand laptops? I wish to buy a mini laptop (10"), used but in good condition, for a low price... Thanks for help!
Thanks a lot, your answer is really helpful... Read More
Can anyone help? by danik2010
Hello, everybody! Does anyone know if there is in Amman a shop for second hand laptops? I wish to buy a mini laptop (10"), used but in good condition, for a low price... Thanks for help!
Thanks!! I've change my mind, I want a mobile phone now... My phone had an "accident" :( Read More
Can anyone help?
Hello, everybody! Does anyone know if there is in Amman a shop for second hand laptops? I wish to buy a mini laptop (10"), used but in good condition, for a low price... Thanks for help! Read More
Hi!! looking for cellphone to use in Jordan?
Can you send it to Jordan? Read More
Phone contract for foreigner
You should search on their websites... Orange, Zain, Umniah Read More
can you think of a more boring place than amman? by imaduno
if you feel there is a place in the world more boring than amman let me know, im making a list of most boring cities around the world .
atleast i spent time to educate u... while others not!!!This is very rude, I don't think he looks for someone to educate him on this forum... Why should judge someone just for their own feelings and beliefs? Read More
What is the reason that you come/came to Jordan? by Primadonna
There are many reasons to come to Jordan. What is/was yours? In my case: hubby wants to go back because he felt lost and very lonely. The life back there felt for him like colorless and when I am here, I can imagine what he meant.
I hope danik2010 feels better soon...I really do.Thank you very very much for good thoughts!! I hope so too... Read More
What is the reason that you come/came to Jordan? by Primadonna
There are many reasons to come to Jordan. What is/was yours? In my case: hubby wants to go back because he felt lost and very lonely. The life back there felt for him like colorless and when I am here, I can imagine what he meant.
This topic was about "What is the reason that you come/came to Jordan?", now it's just a private conversation between 2 friends... I think it's nice, but this is not the right place... Read More
What is the reason that you come/came to Jordan? by Primadonna
There are many reasons to come to Jordan. What is/was yours? In my case: hubby wants to go back because he felt lost and very lonely. The life back there felt for him like colorless and when I am here, I can imagine what he meant.
@ Danik2010... happy to hear... and god bless you.. hope you will be happy back home.. i pray for your good health and happy life... god bless youThank you very much for good thoughts and wishes!! Same to you.... Read More
What is the reason that you come/came to Jordan? by Primadonna
There are many reasons to come to Jordan. What is/was yours? In my case: hubby wants to go back because he felt lost and very lonely. The life back there felt for him like colorless and when I am here, I can imagine what he meant.
if we start complaining then there is no end to that...so, it depends on the perception..Very true... So, I don't complain, I've just asked to this topic question. I don't "have to" do or accept anything that makes me unhappy, so I'm preparing to go ... Read More
Knitting Yarn by Maryamah
Does anyone know where i can find yarn for knitting & crocheting or is this hard to find like everything else?
https://www.facebook.com/events/356515097757297/ Please read this, maybe you can help... Thank you! Read More
What is the reason that you come/came to Jordan? by Primadonna
There are many reasons to come to Jordan. What is/was yours? In my case: hubby wants to go back because he felt lost and very lonely. The life back there felt for him like colorless and when I am here, I can imagine what he meant.
Life is how we make it. We can see the full part of the glass or the empty one :)You are right, we use to say this in Romania :) And you are again right, Jordan is a safe country... As I already said, there a good things about living in Jordan... ... Read More
What is the reason that you come/came to Jordan? by Primadonna
There are many reasons to come to Jordan. What is/was yours? In my case: hubby wants to go back because he felt lost and very lonely. The life back there felt for him like colorless and when I am here, I can imagine what he meant.
to danik2010... if that is the case, then it is highly unfortunate.. the thinking itself is not of good taste..This is based on my personal experiences here, in Jordan... And the way that all these affected and changed my life, so I can not feel ... Read More
What is the reason that you come/came to Jordan? by Primadonna
There are many reasons to come to Jordan. What is/was yours? In my case: hubby wants to go back because he felt lost and very lonely. The life back there felt for him like colorless and when I am here, I can imagine what he meant.
The people here try and rip off anyone that is foreign and the men think all foreign women are here for their pleasure. Can't wait to go home!Totally agree, this is what I think too..... Read More
Knitting Yarn by Maryamah
Does anyone know where i can find yarn for knitting & crocheting or is this hard to find like everything else?
There are shops for this kind of things, I go often in Sweifieh to one of these and there is another one in Downtown, big one, has a lot...I can't explain the exact location, downtown is complicated to me :) Read More
What is the reason that you come/came to Jordan? by Primadonna
There are many reasons to come to Jordan. What is/was yours? In my case: hubby wants to go back because he felt lost and very lonely. The life back there felt for him like colorless and when I am here, I can imagine what he meant.
I do not like dirt, I do not like permanent noise (especially from car engines), I do not like the lack of seriousness, I do not like disrespect of men and their attitude towards foreign women, I do not like drivers taxi and merchants that increase ... Read More
What is the reason that you come/came to Jordan? by Primadonna
There are many reasons to come to Jordan. What is/was yours? In my case: hubby wants to go back because he felt lost and very lonely. The life back there felt for him like colorless and when I am here, I can imagine what he meant.
I came because my husband received a job offer in Amman, I am here since December 2010 and I'm counting days until I go back home.... Read More
laptop second-hand by danik2010
Hello! Does anyone knows where I can buy (in Amman) a second-hand laptop (small), but in very good condition?? Thanks!!
Thank you!! It's really useful :) Read More
laptop second-hand by danik2010
Hello! Does anyone knows where I can buy (in Amman) a second-hand laptop (small), but in very good condition?? Thanks!!
Can you tell me something about it (technical details)?? And the price too... You can send me a private message. Thanks! Read More
laptop second-hand
Hello! Does anyone knows where I can buy (in Amman) a second-hand laptop (small), but in very good condition?? Thanks!! Read More
I need help!!
Hello everybody!! My husband has an work proposal in Beijing, starting in a few months... And I would like to join him, I am fascinated about this part of the world, but also afraid to go without knowing much about it... For 2 people (no children) ... Read More
Cost of living in South Africa by expat.com
Hi everybody, It would be very useful to talk about the cost of living in South Africa. Don't forget to mention where in South Africa you are living. How much does it cost to live in South Africa? > accommodation prices > public transportation ...
Hello!! Can anybody refer to cost of living in Durban? My husband has a job offer there and we consider to move in a few month, but I wish to know about safety, cost of living (range of prices for usual things), rent... His work will be close to ... Read More
Life in Durban...
Hello, everybody!! My husband just received a job offer in Durban, for a salary of about 15.000 Rand... I don't know anything about this part of world... but friends told us that is a dangerous place, low standards etc... I don't want to decide ... Read More
UK girl marrying a Jordan man in Jordan - advice please by keithcparry
I hope someone will be able to offer some advice about a very difficult issue as I will outline. Our daughter, H, a UK citizen living in Sheffield, England, is engaged to a man, G, whose family is from Amman, Jordan. G's mother is Palestinian and ...
This is from US Embassy's site (maybe will help): "If you are marrying according to the Christian tradition, then the marriage must be performed according to the Ecclesiastical court. Those interested in marrying in Jordan should contact a Jordanian ... Read More
Lifestyle differences by Anette14
Hi everybody, my husband who's originally Jordanian (muslim) but who's been living in Europe for decades would like us at some point in time to move to Jordan (Amman). I, myself coming from Europe and having lived in Western Europe for quite some ...
Think twice, think well... it's a BIG change... Read More
How to make friends in Jordan by expat.com
We have been talking about [url=/forum/viewtopic.php?id=891]loneliness when you are abroad[/url], let's now talk about how to make friends (locals and other expats) when you're living in Jordan :top: [b]Which are your best tips ...
Hello everybody!! I live in Amman for almost a year now and I can tell you it was not difficult to make friends, Jordanians are very friendly. Also, I have a lot of foreign people as friends, we all get together as much as possible and spend a great ... Read More
Cultural events in Jordan
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Cable/Satellite TV by pb1974
Hi All, My wife and I have just moved to Amman. Does anyone have a recommendation on cable or satellite TV packages with a good amount of English speaking channels? Thanks....
Yes, a receiver and a satellite dish are the perfect solution, try to get Nilesat and Hotbird, I found a lot of channels here with movies, sports and documentaries in English. Good luck! Read More
Cultural events in Jordan
Hello everybody! Every 3rd Wednesday of each month take place the concert of Amman Symphony Orchestra, at Hussein Cultural Center in Ras Al Ain. Also, concerts of Arabic Music Ensemble and other cultural events you can find there. Read More
Cost of living in Oman
It would be very nice if somebody wants to share with others details about living costs in Oman, but also other aspects of life in this country. Thank you!! Read More
HELP!!! World Cup Rugby Final
It's not on TV? Here in Amman you can find a lot of Sport TV station... must be live on one of these... I think... Read More
Shopping in Jordan by Yud
Hello dear members, I guess this could be an interesting topic. I invite all members in Jordan (both locals & expats) to share their daily/weekly/monthly experience about shopping. [i]You may also include some shopping tips/suggestions[/i]! So can ...
IPhone4 32 Gb at SmartBuy (authorized Apple retailer) 729 JD.... price includes griffin case.... I don't know what's this :) Read More
TOURISM AGENCY IN AMMAN by danik2010
Hello, everybody!!!! I would like some recommendations please to find a serious good travel agency in Amman.... Thank you!!!
I am interested in a trip to Dead Sea, costs, hotels... etc. Also, a trip to Petra, plane tickets reservation for when I go home.... this kind of things... Read More
TOURISM AGENCY IN AMMAN by danik2010
Hello, everybody!!!! I would like some recommendations please to find a serious good travel agency in Amman.... Thank you!!!
Thank you very much for answer, it was very helpful. No, I am not Jordanian, but I think that's not a problem. Read More
TOURISM AGENCY IN AMMAN by danik2010
Hello, everybody!!!! I would like some recommendations please to find a serious good travel agency in Amman.... Thank you!!!
OK, I would like to know a travel agency through I can buy plane tickets or trip reservations. Thanks!! Read More
TOURISM AGENCY IN AMMAN
Hello, everybody!!!! I would like some recommendations please to find a serious good travel agency in Amman.... Thank you!!! Read More
Health care in Jordan by Yud
Hello everyone, One among the various issue that many expatriates usually raise is [i]Health Care[/i]. So, I think it would be very interesting and helpful to start a topic about [u]Health[/u]. > So, can you please list some of the private ...
Hello to all !!! Can anybody answer to a question: my husband works and has health insurance, can I benefit of his insurance if I am not employed??? (I need some dental interventions now...). If not, what should I do??? Can you recommend a modern ... Read More
Seeking informatiion by hanagrg
I am new on this site and wanted if anybody who reads this can help me. My husband and I recently moved to Amman from London and we are trying to live and adjust. He is Jordanian American and I am British. He lived most of his life in the USA ...
Hello and welcome !!! I also moved recently to Amman from Romania and it seems is hard to find a job here (unfortunately, I don't speak Arabic, but my English is very good). I keep trying, I've posted ads on this site and other sites for expats, ... Read More
Where can I buy a piano?
Yes, Freddy for Music is great, I've been in their shop, also they have music school. It's the best choice !! Read More
Lessons Learned...... by FouadsBaby
I've learned some important lessons since I've been back in the States. 1. The separation is destroying my marriage rather then helping it. 2. That this is NOT necessarily THE Land of opportunities at this CURRENT time and situation. I have had ...
Hi, how are you?? Are you back to Amman? I sincerely hope everything is going well for you and your husband and I wish both of you all the best, love and happiness in your life!! Read More
how much is a good income for 2? by danik2010
I'm planning to move to Amman at the beginning of 2011, my housband already works there... Just for the two of us, how much do we need monthly for a good living (I mean, not luxury, but decent life)? He is looking for an apartment to rent These ...
Hello to everybody and many thanks for your comments! I am now living in Amman, in a very nice, elegant and comfortable apartment between 4 and 5 circle area, it's a lovely neighborhood, quiet and fancy, with nice and clean buildings around. I am ... Read More
getting a driver's license
Hello, friends!! Can anybody tell me the procedure for getting a driver's license in Amman? I mean the costs and what is the proceedure, the tests... everything I should k now. P.S. I am not Jordanian, what kind of documents I need?? Thank you all ... Read More
u must be in Jordan by k-al
You know you've lived as an expat in Jordan when: 1) You cried twice: when you got there and when you left 2)(for girls) You got used to be stared at by guys from 5 to 90 years old 3)Taxis honk at anything 4)Taxis always listen to the same old ...
ok, i'm sorry, i didn't know that.... thank you Read More
u must be in Jordan by k-al
You know you've lived as an expat in Jordan when: 1) You cried twice: when you got there and when you left 2)(for girls) You got used to be stared at by guys from 5 to 90 years old 3)Taxis honk at anything 4)Taxis always listen to the same old ...
"I wish someone has advised me before I came here..." IT DOESN'T SOUND VERY OPTMIST... I FEEL I CAN USE ANY ADVICE I CAN GET... ANYWAY, ON DECEMBER 24 I ARRIVE IN AMMAN AND START A NEW LIFE... WE'LL TALK THEN ABOUT THE APARTMENT AND OF COURSE WILL ... Read More
u must be in Jordan by k-al
You know you've lived as an expat in Jordan when: 1) You cried twice: when you got there and when you left 2)(for girls) You got used to be stared at by guys from 5 to 90 years old 3)Taxis honk at anything 4)Taxis always listen to the same old ...
SherriO,Well try this: 1>If u live close to Family "in Law" Move far. 2>if someone asks about something personal ? Reply immediately why do u want to know!"Look in His/Her in Eyes" 3>Ignore the Person. 4>Just be real firm and say :None of ur ... Read More
Info on life in Amman, Jordan by LostInTransition
We are currently Canadian expats living and working in Dubai, we have 3 kids and my husband has his own business here. We have been seriously contemplating a move out of here and looking at Amman as the next destination to live and work. I am ...
Hello, LostIn Transition, and welcome! Don't get too influenced by FouadsBaby comment, she must have been hurted by someone to talk so bad about Jordan and jordanians. Excellent informations from Brit in Jordan and very true everything! My housband ... Read More
Working and living in Amman by noor1980
Hi everyone, I'm a Belgian woman and I've been on holiday in Amman several times and I loved it! Not only the city but also the people, they were so friendly and warm! I don't have family here (the last family member died a few months ago....) and ...
Hello, Noor!!And welcome!! Please don't get influenced by the FoudasBaby comment, she must have been hurted very much by someone to talk so bad about Jordan and jordanians. It's not all like this, not for everybody, depends probably on the status ... Read More
how much is a good income for 2? by danik2010
I'm planning to move to Amman at the beginning of 2011, my housband already works there... Just for the two of us, how much do we need monthly for a good living (I mean, not luxury, but decent life)? He is looking for an apartment to rent These ...
Thank you very much for advices and response to my questions. I am still in Romania, but my housband had to find quick an place to stay, so he's now living at 4th circle area, in a clean and quiet studio, for a rent of 330 JOD, utilities included. ... Read More
how much is a good income for 2?
I'm planning to move to Amman at the beginning of 2011, my housband already works there... Just for the two of us, how much do we need monthly for a good living (I mean, not luxury, but decent life)? He is looking for an apartment to rent These ... Read More