newbiedoo
American looking for information about Saudi Arabia
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Teaching at PNU by Fozia
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Hi. Pretty standard offer, as I understand these things. At this point, well, I guess in a few days I'll see... Read More
Teaching at PNU by Fozia
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Hello all! I'll be coming in 9 days! I'm starting to freak out a little. Working for EdEx, not in the compound....worried about living arrangements. Anyone else working for EdEx can give some insight? Thanks! :) Read More
Travel in the region
I'm a little confused about how one goes about traveling around the general region. I'm always reading "go to Bahrain for the weekend!" or "UAE" like doing this is super easy. What I'm wondering is: do you need an ... Read More
VPN service by newbiedoo
I'll be coming to KSA in 3 weeks! I'm wondering if you guys have suggestions for a VPN service? I lived in China last year and I used Astrill and I was always happy with it -- anyone there use them? Or should I try another provider? ...
I'll check it out, thanks. Read More
VPN service by newbiedoo
I'll be coming to KSA in 3 weeks! I'm wondering if you guys have suggestions for a VPN service? I lived in China last year and I used Astrill and I was always happy with it -- anyone there use them? Or should I try another provider? ...
Strong is a bit more $ than Astrill, and I've known a few people who have tried it but had problems. But, maybe it works better in ME? Read More
VPN service
I'll be coming to KSA in 3 weeks! I'm wondering if you guys have suggestions for a VPN service? I lived in China last year and I used Astrill and I was always happy with it -- anyone there use them? Or should I try another provider? ... Read More
Teaching during Ramadan?
That's absolutely perfect information, Trapezius - thank you! :top: Read More
Teaching during Ramadan?
I've been hunting around for information on this, but it is still unclear. Are there classes during Ramadan? Also, I keep reading that classes are poorly attended during the summer months, and often classes are cancelled - what does that mean ... Read More
Favorite foods?
Kabsa sounds so yummy! Can't wait to try it. Thanks for the offer of help - will probably need some! :shy Read More
Favorite foods?
I'm heading to the kingdom soon and I'm excited about trying the food there. Spent the last year in Asia where street food is a way of life - is there a similar culture in the ME? Can a woman walk through the market and order food from a ... Read More
JKS female clothes by gkjem986
Hi all! Will be working at JKS in August and would like to know what work clothes I need to buy? Is it cover ankles and wrists or knees and shoulders? Also can women wear trousers? Thank you Shakira
I'm glad you asked this question since I'm getting ready to head over and have been wondering about it, too. Let the shopping begin! ;) Read More
JKS female clothes by gkjem986
Hi all! Will be working at JKS in August and would like to know what work clothes I need to buy? Is it cover ankles and wrists or knees and shoulders? Also can women wear trousers? Thank you Shakira
So are full length skirts and dresses the best bet? Read More
Apartments for women
Hi Rahma - thanks for the welcome. I'm excited and nervous to be coming to KSA. ;) Unfortunately, since it is EdEx I'm with, I don't know yet where I will be placed. Read More
Apartments for women
Thanks for the information. Just to be clear does your friend work for EdEx? Read More
Apartments for women
I'm coming to KSA next month. I'll be working for Education Experts. Yes, I know it will probably be a nightmare on a stick. Aside from that, I'd really appreciate any personal experiences women could share about the accommodations they provide. Has ... Read More