vwbug
American expat in Jordan
Forum posts
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About me
American
Lives in Amman
Speaks English and Arabic
Registration: 18 June 2010
Traffic in Jordan
What is the traffic like? It's horrible, awful, irritating. It will make you swear, have a headache and make you want to leave. Parking? What parking? There is no parking and if you pull in, no one will wait and let you out. What time is ... Read More
Keeping in touch while living in Jordan by Priscilla
Hello everyone, What are the best ways you've found for keeping in touch with friends and family back home while living in Jordan? How frequently do you stay in touch with loved ones? Are there local equivalents to common instant messaging and ...
You asked: How do I keep in touch with family and friends while in Jordan? Here's the list. Skype Facebook Whatsapp FaceTime And I go back home for 4 months out of the year. For me it's the only way. I'm in touch with my family ... Read More
How has your life changed in Jordan
How has my life changed?? You asked for a number. 1-10. I'd say at least 9. My life in my home country was rural. A mini farm, animals, lots of outdoors and family gatherings in our very large home. Many country roads, easy driving, fresh ... Read More
Cost of living in Jordan - 2017 by Priscilla
Hello, Before moving to Jordan, it is important to investigate the cost of living in the country. As we did in 2015, we give you the opportunity to share your experience and tell us more about products and services average recorded prices in ...
In my opinion, it is very expensive to live a good life in Jordan. It depends on your lifestyle and what you enjoy. Rent for a decent place and in a decent area is between 9000 and 12000 Dinars per year. Many landowners would like the year to be ... Read More
Are you happy in Jordan? by Priscilla
Hello everyone! According to the 2016 UN World Happiness Survey, Denmark, Switzerland and Iceland are the happiest countries on earth. How about you? Are you happy in Jordan? Do you feel happier today in your host country than before in your ...
You are 100 percent right on. We think alike! If you are female I have a group of friends you might like to meet. I can't stand the trash and garbage everywhere either. There needs to be a massive anti trash campaign and severe fines. It ... Read More
Are you happy in Jordan? by Priscilla
Hello everyone! According to the 2016 UN World Happiness Survey, Denmark, Switzerland and Iceland are the happiest countries on earth. How about you? Are you happy in Jordan? Do you feel happier today in your host country than before in your ...
Happy? No not really, I've been here too long and just want to go home. I've seen everything, met many and have done everything. I'm tired of it all..... Read More
Dealing with homesickness in Jordan
Homesickness is just a way of life when you are not in your home country. You just have to live with it. Surround yourself with friends and the things you love. Indulge yourself often and know that it's not forever. Toughen up, it's the ... Read More
american woman looking to meet american women friends in amman jordan by drgnfly24
hi! My husband and I will be moving to amman in a few years with our children, and I would like to start meeting some american women who are in the same boat lol. My husband is palestinian who calls Amman Jordan his home. His family is there and I ...
Hi, If you write a PM to me I will point you to where other American women meet. You will have several choices. VWBug Read More
Trying to break the boredom! by jlane22
I have been in Amman since last March and now I am climbing the walls of our apartment. I am missing my friends and find that my friends back home cannot relate to my new life here :( Kinda sucks. I was glad that I found this expat site for ...
Sorry, I'm in the States for the summer and many other expats are as well. I'll check in again after I return. Read More
Safety in Jordan by Christine
Hi, We would like to talk about a sensitive but important topic: do you feel safe in Jordan? How would you define the level of safety in the country? Can you walk safely during the day and at night without any fear? Do you think there ...
Arabs are safe to walk everywhere and they do walk everywhere, right in the middle of the street even. But being an EXPAT site and talking about people being safe, expats have a very different experience than local Arabs. Expats and women in ... Read More
Safety in Jordan by Christine
Hi, We would like to talk about a sensitive but important topic: do you feel safe in Jordan? How would you define the level of safety in the country? Can you walk safely during the day and at night without any fear? Do you think there ...
Ivan Makney..... You are delusional! Yes, absolutely there is crime in Jordan. People are human and evil is everywhere, even in Jordan. However, unlike Ivan's Pollyanna approach to safety in Jordan, I have a healthy outlook, we are safe but ... Read More
american woman looking to meet american women friends in amman jordan by drgnfly24
hi! My husband and I will be moving to amman in a few years with our children, and I would like to start meeting some american women who are in the same boat lol. My husband is palestinian who calls Amman Jordan his home. His family is there and I ...
Fatima, For info can you just PM me. I no longer give info on any gathering in a public forum. International Women are no longer a club and will have no more meetings. Just message me for answers to your questions. VWBug Read More
Trying to break the boredom! by jlane22
I have been in Amman since last March and now I am climbing the walls of our apartment. I am missing my friends and find that my friends back home cannot relate to my new life here :( Kinda sucks. I was glad that I found this expat site for ...
As I said long ago there are several groups that meet. Just private message me for info. These groups are English speaking only of course. VWBug Read More
Need advice by abbelewis
Hey guys, I just found this forum. I was wondering, do any of you know much about the Christian guys in Jordan? I have been talking to a Christian guy from Jordan for a few months on Facebook. We had a mutual friend and I guess he just thought I ...
Run, don't walk away from this! Believe me, I know.......Run! Read More
Annoying ! by Kate29
I Just wanted to express my feeling,Once i declined the request from "Expats" then could you just STOP sent ??????????? It's not because i'm open to accept request,but just doesn't feel want to accept because of too many ...
Yes, I agree. What scares me is I had one guy bugging me constantly on here. I blocked him. Next thing I know he popped up on my FB asking to "friend" me. I don't use my name on here ever, that really worries me. Read More
Annoying ! by Kate29
I Just wanted to express my feeling,Once i declined the request from "Expats" then could you just STOP sent ??????????? It's not because i'm open to accept request,but just doesn't feel want to accept because of too many ...
How will it cause me problems later? It's true, they are mostly *****. Read More
about to marry a jordanian man... by zooish
hi, i am american, and i would love to hear womans opinion on weather or not it is a good idea to move from america to amman jordan. ive heard many diffrent things, good and bad. but if any one else is in this situation, please email me, would love ...
Sorry Samer, but the majority are as I described. Anyway, who marries someone after 2 months online? The word SPEND comes to my mind. As in SPEND money, time etc.... But LIFE? Spending means to use up. Use up your days on Earth. If I'm ... Read More
about to marry a jordanian man... by zooish
hi, i am american, and i would love to hear womans opinion on weather or not it is a good idea to move from america to amman jordan. ive heard many diffrent things, good and bad. but if any one else is in this situation, please email me, would love ...
Absolutely right! No doubt this guy has nothing to offer, most likely has no degree or proffessional background, he just wants a ticket out like all the rest. Start asking the deep questions and hopefully you will get some truth, but frankly I ... Read More
about to marry a jordanian man... by zooish
hi, i am american, and i would love to hear womans opinion on weather or not it is a good idea to move from america to amman jordan. ive heard many diffrent things, good and bad. but if any one else is in this situation, please email me, would love ...
Really Samer? , "They don't need you, or you're America?" And if someone wanted to give you a ticket or Green Card to America you wouldn't NEED it? BS..... You all want it and you know it. Read More
Annoying ! by Kate29
I Just wanted to express my feeling,Once i declined the request from "Expats" then could you just STOP sent ??????????? It's not because i'm open to accept request,but just doesn't feel want to accept because of too many ...
Thanks! I will remember to report. Appreciate your help. Read More
Pottery classes for children: does anyone know any in Amman? by Uzbek
thanks
I wish there were classes for adults as well. I know a few years ago there used to be classes near the art store next to what used to be Grand Market. Most likely if you go to the art store there they can tell you if such classes are available. ... Read More
Annoying ! by Kate29
I Just wanted to express my feeling,Once i declined the request from "Expats" then could you just STOP sent ??????????? It's not because i'm open to accept request,but just doesn't feel want to accept because of too many ...
I have the same problem, but always Arab men who are NOT expats. You have to block them. Read More
about to marry a jordanian man... by zooish
hi, i am american, and i would love to hear womans opinion on weather or not it is a good idea to move from america to amman jordan. ive heard many diffrent things, good and bad. but if any one else is in this situation, please email me, would love ...
The only way to become a citizen of Jordan is to be born to a Jordanian father or marry a Jordanian man. For the second one you must apply. That's it.... Read More
about to marry a jordanian man... by zooish
hi, i am american, and i would love to hear womans opinion on weather or not it is a good idea to move from america to amman jordan. ive heard many diffrent things, good and bad. but if any one else is in this situation, please email me, would love ...
Your visit here would be very safe. It's the marriage that concerns everyone. It's not Jordan, it's him and his family, his culture, his finances and how he will treat you. My honest advice would be to come to Jordan, stay long enough ... Read More
Just Moved to Jordan by thegecko
Hello all. Family just moved to Amman from Thailand this month. I am American and my wife is Thai. We have 2 children. And literally just arrived 22 days ago. I work in government consulting and travel across the MENA region. My wife is a ...
Hi, Welcome to Jordan! I'm sure as you settle in you will grow fond of many things here. I'm an American from the a Pacific NW. I would suggest for a Thai community contact the Thai Embassy, if there is one, you can Google it. Ask ... Read More
Gathering by Kate29
Hello All, It's been quite longtime,my post never appear on this Blog..Hope you all well :) Would like to invite you for our Expat Gathering sometimes soon,Mostly for new Expats who really want to get to know with other Expats here in ...
PM me the details. Sounds ok to me. Read More
about to marry a jordanian man... by zooish
hi, i am american, and i would love to hear womans opinion on weather or not it is a good idea to move from america to amman jordan. ive heard many diffrent things, good and bad. but if any one else is in this situation, please email me, would love ...
It will be hard, marriage IS hard, just depends how easy you want it. Russian women have a difficult time in Jordan, there are so many hooker here even when you're not you get classified that way. Marry him, give it a try but DO NOT have kids ... Read More
about to marry a jordanian man... by zooish
hi, i am american, and i would love to hear womans opinion on weather or not it is a good idea to move from america to amman jordan. ive heard many diffrent things, good and bad. but if any one else is in this situation, please email me, would love ...
Look at it this way. Just realize whether you put a deal in the marriage contract or not about marrying another you will not live that way. It's not something you want to stop, if it's in his heart you don't want him anyway. To me, ... Read More
Getting a group together in Jordan by d3kak01
I was wondering if there's a group that meets to discuses the culture and try to understand. I have been living here for almost three years and don't the language so I'm mostly by myself. I'm frustrated.
Ok with me, I'm so jet lagged. Read More
Gathering by Kate29
Hello All, It's been quite longtime,my post never appear on this Blog..Hope you all well :) Would like to invite you for our Expat Gathering sometimes soon,Mostly for new Expats who really want to get to know with other Expats here in ...
I am happy to meet up if it's women only also I can only do daytime. When n where? Read More
Getting a group together in Jordan by d3kak01
I was wondering if there's a group that meets to discuses the culture and try to understand. I have been living here for almost three years and don't the language so I'm mostly by myself. I'm frustrated.
Hi, just wondering if you are from Jordan or if you are truly an expat? If you PM me I will give you details. Read More
Gathering by Kate29
Hello All, It's been quite longtime,my post never appear on this Blog..Hope you all well :) Would like to invite you for our Expat Gathering sometimes soon,Mostly for new Expats who really want to get to know with other Expats here in ...
Sounds like fun. I'm an expat wanting to meet other expat women whose husbands are working in Jordan. Will be nice to meet you. Read More
Getting a group together in Jordan by d3kak01
I was wondering if there's a group that meets to discuses the culture and try to understand. I have been living here for almost three years and don't the language so I'm mostly by myself. I'm frustrated.
I'm actually pretty shocked since English is taught very well in the schools. The schools that don't teach English well none of us would send our kids to those anyway. My son went to several schools and ended up in ACS, it was close to ... Read More
Getting a group together in Jordan by d3kak01
I was wondering if there's a group that meets to discuses the culture and try to understand. I have been living here for almost three years and don't the language so I'm mostly by myself. I'm frustrated.
I do not agree...... In Amman everyone speaks English unless you are in the Eastern part of town which is no place for any expat to be. In west Amman you will hardly find anyone who can't speak English. Read More
Getting a group together in Jordan by d3kak01
I was wondering if there's a group that meets to discuses the culture and try to understand. I have been living here for almost three years and don't the language so I'm mostly by myself. I'm frustrated.
Just curious why you want to discuss the culture? Why not make friends from your nationality and do fun things together such as shopping, eating out and meeting other friends for coffee. Just enjoy life! Read More
Getting a group together in Jordan by d3kak01
I was wondering if there's a group that meets to discuses the culture and try to understand. I have been living here for almost three years and don't the language so I'm mostly by myself. I'm frustrated.
Hi, Once you move to Amman why not join one of the coffee morning groups? Stay in touch and I'll let you know when and where. Read More
about to marry a jordanian man... by zooish
hi, i am american, and i would love to hear womans opinion on weather or not it is a good idea to move from america to amman jordan. ive heard many diffrent things, good and bad. but if any one else is in this situation, please email me, would love ...
I'm sorry but you are the one who have a very narrow view of things! since when money started to decide what kind of a person you are? I myself have had a very difficult life (income wise) and I'm completely open minded and I know about the ... Read More
Getting a group together in Jordan by d3kak01
I was wondering if there's a group that meets to discuses the culture and try to understand. I have been living here for almost three years and don't the language so I'm mostly by myself. I'm frustrated.
Hi, yes there are groups for women only that meet. Oh sorry, I just read above that you are living in Irbid. I know of no one in that area. I'm sorry! Read More
about to marry a jordanian man... by zooish
hi, i am american, and i would love to hear womans opinion on weather or not it is a good idea to move from america to amman jordan. ive heard many diffrent things, good and bad. but if any one else is in this situation, please email me, would love ...
Hi, I'm also an American. Have been in and out of Jordan since 1984. We have a 27 yr old son. Our son married a blonde American, she couldn't hack it too well there. What saves me is having expat friends, groups for foreign women and ... Read More
american woman looking to meet american women friends in amman jordan by drgnfly24
hi! My husband and I will be moving to amman in a few years with our children, and I would like to start meeting some american women who are in the same boat lol. My husband is palestinian who calls Amman Jordan his home. His family is there and I ...
Yes AWA still meets but not in summer. IWAA meets all year. They are (International Women of Amman Association) call the Sheraton Hotel @5th Circle for details. PM me if you need anything. Read More
about to marry a jordanian man... by zooish
hi, i am american, and i would love to hear womans opinion on weather or not it is a good idea to move from america to amman jordan. ive heard many diffrent things, good and bad. but if any one else is in this situation, please email me, would love ...
Well that is amazing because I know so many who live very independent lives, have their own car, many friends and do and go as they please. Anyway, before anyone marries from another country they need to go and live there for awhile. Read More
about to marry a jordanian man... by zooish
hi, i am american, and i would love to hear womans opinion on weather or not it is a good idea to move from america to amman jordan. ive heard many diffrent things, good and bad. but if any one else is in this situation, please email me, would love ...
And by the way, culture and tradition was not the subject. Marrying an Arab/Jordanian was the subject. If a foreign woman is marrying a poor Jordanian she will have a difficult time. It's way too different and too difficult. In most ... Read More
about to marry a jordanian man... by zooish
hi, i am american, and i would love to hear womans opinion on weather or not it is a good idea to move from america to amman jordan. ive heard many diffrent things, good and bad. but if any one else is in this situation, please email me, would love ...
What I meant by low income equals lack of education, travel, experience, closed minded and being cultured. Most low income people have no idea about the world and in most cases take a very narrow view of life. It's hard to be very independent ... Read More
about to marry a jordanian man... by zooish
hi, i am american, and i would love to hear womans opinion on weather or not it is a good idea to move from america to amman jordan. ive heard many diffrent things, good and bad. but if any one else is in this situation, please email me, would love ...
I'm married to a Jordanian, he is the best. We have been married for over 30 years. I have every right as a woman that I would have anywhere. I have a new car, I go where ever I want, I do what I want to the house as far as decor. Our home ... Read More
Rights of an American mother in Jordan by SharonAB200
I apologize for the long post, but I have a great deal on my mind. I was married to a Jordanian man for almost 4 years before separating from him. We lived in the US all that time, and we have one son from our marriage. My husband became ...
Please don't come to Jordan. Keep your child with you. It's true you will not be able to leave with your child and if his father manages to get him to Jordan without you, you will not be able to come get him. Run! And btw...... Religion doesn't ... Read More
Trying to break the boredom! by jlane22
I have been in Amman since last March and now I am climbing the walls of our apartment. I am missing my friends and find that my friends back home cannot relate to my new life here :( Kinda sucks. I was glad that I found this expat site for ...
We have so many groups here for women. We also meet every Monday morning for coffee, a group of us who are from mostly the US and UK. You don't need to sit at home, come out and enjoy all that is available for the expat community. Message me and ... Read More
american woman looking to meet american women friends in amman jordan by drgnfly24
hi! My husband and I will be moving to amman in a few years with our children, and I would like to start meeting some american women who are in the same boat lol. My husband is palestinian who calls Amman Jordan his home. His family is there and I ...
Just PM me, AWA still meets. Read More
american woman looking to meet american women friends in amman jordan by drgnfly24
hi! My husband and I will be moving to amman in a few years with our children, and I would like to start meeting some american women who are in the same boat lol. My husband is palestinian who calls Amman Jordan his home. His family is there and I ...
Hi Teresa, PM me, I will tell you how to attend an AWA meeting and also an IWAA meeting if you are still interested. Read More
american woman looking to meet american women friends in amman jordan by drgnfly24
hi! My husband and I will be moving to amman in a few years with our children, and I would like to start meeting some american women who are in the same boat lol. My husband is palestinian who calls Amman Jordan his home. His family is there and I ...
Hi, I just saw your post. Are you in Amman yet? There are many opportunities for you to meet American women in Amman. 1. IWAA.... International Women's Association of Amman. They meet the first Thursday of every month. 2. AWA.... American ... Read More
about to marry a jordanian man... by zooish
hi, i am american, and i would love to hear womans opinion on weather or not it is a good idea to move from america to amman jordan. ive heard many diffrent things, good and bad. but if any one else is in this situation, please email me, would love ...
You will not hate Jordan, its all in how you look at things. Some are ok with adventure and trying new things and others hate everything that is not what they are used to. If he has money then you will be fine there. The poorer the family the more ... Read More
Looking for information about living in Amman. by ashcroft
Hello everyone, I'm considering taking a job in Amman and am trying to do some research before deciding. My wife and I would be coming from New York City and the questions I have (if anyone can answer) are 1. Would it be safe? Not only for ...
Hi, I think you could probably find a nice friendly community here in Amman. First of all there is a nice women's club called AWA (American Women of Amman) that could get your wife aquainted with other American women. I'm assuming your wife is ... 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 ...
Really I think living nicely it would take no less than 2000JD per month. I believe we(my husband and I) spend about 1600JD per month but we own our apartment and it is paid for. We also own 2 cars and they are paid for so we don't have any big ... Read More
Marriage to a Palestinian-Jordanian guy by Cris_brasilian girl
Hello! My name is Cris, I'm 28 years old and I am Brazilian. In my culture we love, hospitable, cheerful, warm. I intend to live in Amman for a year to study and work. I am corresponding with a Palestinian who lives in Amman, he says who wants to ...
Cris, I don't think there is a sure fire way of knowing when a person is lying. Once you are in Amman you can somehow have certain red flags of knowing if he is legit. For one, if he never takes you home to meet mom and dad that would certainly be a ... Read More
Groups of expatriates that do meeting and activities in Jordan? by unique001
Hi all, I am wondering if there are any groups of expatriates or associations that people can join that do meetings and activities in Jordan. If there are such groups can anyone tell me about it because I am always looking to meet new people that ...
I know there are groups for women. Such as: American Women of Amman or otherwise known as AWA. They meet once a month in a nice hotel and anyone is welcome. If you want to join you must have an American passport but anyone is welcome to attend ... Read More
Cost of living in Jordan by expat.com
Hi everybody, It would be very useful to talk about the cost of living in Jordan. Don't forget to mention where in Jordan you are living. How much does it cost to live in Jordan? > accommodation prices > public transportation fares (tube, bus ...
EXPENSIVE! If you want to live and shop in a decent, clean store like Safeway or Cosmo you'll pay the price. We all still shop in these places but items come with a stiff price compared to the States. Mostly I bring whatever I can from the USA if I ... Read More
Dating A Jordanian Man - Tips! by rebecca_lass
Hello, am a Malaysian girl of Chinese descent who is currently dating a Jordanian guy of Palestinian descent for a year in Dubai. I was wondering what are the dating culture like for Jordanians? I have dated guys from diff backgrounds eg: Europeans ...
Hi, Here's my opinion on this. Your boyfriend is not going to introduce you to his family. He is not going to take you home because they would have an absolute fit at the thought of him marrying you. You must understand something, your nationality ... Read More