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What are the dos and don'ts of finding a job in Norway? by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Where is the best place to start when looking for a job in Norway? Is it better to job-hunt by directly contacting the company of your interest, or should job-seekers rely on a recruitment agency, for example? Are there any ...
Hi, I have EU nationality and love nature. Norway is on top of most beautiful nature. Staying in Norway would be no problem to me, but finding a job is rather difficult. Some time ago I started to learn norwegian from a CD. I didnt find it too ... Read More
Dating a Jordanian Man- Difference in Culture? by Guest6902
Hello, I need some advice I meet this Jordanian man 3 weeks ago. I decided to meet him for coffee after he asked me 2 days in a row. When I meet him he got super close to me. I ended up meeting his cousin (as he has family that lives here). I talked ...
I learned and am still learning when to think with my heart and when with my mind... Please keep in mind you are seeking a quick decision regarding one of life's biggest challenges... Patience is definitely a considerable notion to start with! ... Read More
Dating a Jordanian Man- Difference in Culture? by Guest6902
Hello, I need some advice I meet this Jordanian man 3 weeks ago. I decided to meet him for coffee after he asked me 2 days in a row. When I meet him he got super close to me. I ended up meeting his cousin (as he has family that lives here). I talked ...
My two cents were about how matters are being delt with back home. Life abroad is different, thinking and sentiments may take different directions. For being abroad and non Moslem, your question does not really meet these criteria.... Your ... Read More
Dating a Jordanian Man- Difference in Culture? by Guest6902
Hello, I need some advice I meet this Jordanian man 3 weeks ago. I decided to meet him for coffee after he asked me 2 days in a row. When I meet him he got super close to me. I ended up meeting his cousin (as he has family that lives here). I talked ...
It's actually not that age difference, nowhere! Not everyone studies, and lots of city people have a income no higher than 250, marry and manage. Flats are mostly provided by parents. Wedding celebrations are mostly supported by Families too ... Read More
Tips on Traveling : Turkey /Jordan by Aleksander87
Hi I'm planning to visit Turkey and Jordan this January.Can anyone give some travelling tips on these two countries?How to get visa,cheap tours etc..thank you 😃
According to my experiences, average hotels in wadi musa (Petra is the stone city itself), range between 15 and 20JD. There is always space to haggle the price down. There is no run on accommodations. I personally rent rooms at sight once I get ... Read More
Environmental protection in Jordan by Kenjee
Hi, Environmental protection is a challenging issue for all the countries around the world. Would you say this issue is deemed of significance in Jordan? Is the country going green through initiatives like waste management and selective ...
I tried to upload photos but they have always been denied. Allegedly they do not meet the requirements, but was never told what or why! Anyways, hopefully I will finish updating my own site soon with loads of photos... Read More
Environmental protection in Jordan by Kenjee
Hi, Environmental protection is a challenging issue for all the countries around the world. Would you say this issue is deemed of significance in Jordan? Is the country going green through initiatives like waste management and selective ...
There are many environmental programs active. Several impressive national parks are already since years under protection by the rscn. I have been to some and its a real delight. Today these parks are considered to be main attractions. People from ... Read More
Shopping in Aqaba- Carrefour, LuLus, Ikea, etc.... by barblam1
Are there major stores in Aqaba like Carrefour and LuLus??? I have seen they (Carrefour and IKEA), are in Amman, but that is over 4 1/2 hours away. What realistically are the daily, weekly shopping problems in Aqaba. Please be honest and realistic. ...
Figures such as 8% are misleading when you already backed up that prices are at capital level apart from a very view exceptions! Read More
Doubts - Is moving to Jordan something that you regret? by JO/EU
Was your move to Jordan a sure thing, or was it accompanied by doubts? How do you see it now, what makes you stay even when you would rather leave? Or has it become your home sweet home ?
From your posts I understood that you are married to a local and I assume with a wonderful family you ment his who should be able to give both of you all the info you need in order to make a right decision when expatriating. Many times this subject ... Read More
Shopping in Aqaba- Carrefour, LuLus, Ikea, etc.... by barblam1
Are there major stores in Aqaba like Carrefour and LuLus??? I have seen they (Carrefour and IKEA), are in Amman, but that is over 4 1/2 hours away. What realistically are the daily, weekly shopping problems in Aqaba. Please be honest and realistic. ...
Iam not in Aqaba but heard there is a mall. Iam quite sure there is no ikea. Cant imagine there are enough customers... Aqaba is based on tourism, there are all kinds of shops not cheaper than the capital though except of electronics I guess and ... Read More
Doubts - Is moving to Jordan something that you regret? by JO/EU
Was your move to Jordan a sure thing, or was it accompanied by doubts? How do you see it now, what makes you stay even when you would rather leave? Or has it become your home sweet home ?
But here we are talking about knowing, not reading. We are not talking about tourists or foreigners who need to experience first whether true, but as kip had stated locals who should know daily life since living here. Read More
Doubts - Is moving to Jordan something that you regret? by JO/EU
Was your move to Jordan a sure thing, or was it accompanied by doubts? How do you see it now, what makes you stay even when you would rather leave? Or has it become your home sweet home ?
@primadonna Why is knowing that salaries are low and life expensive different from experiencing? Why experiencing when knowing? I would be greatful if somebody tells me so I wouldnt have to experience! I guess there are other reasons... Read More
Doubts - Is moving to Jordan something that you regret? by JO/EU
Was your move to Jordan a sure thing, or was it accompanied by doubts? How do you see it now, what makes you stay even when you would rather leave? Or has it become your home sweet home ?
@kip98 How come you didnt know about the difficulty of life here when being married to a local? Read More
outdoors
Amazing to see a owl. Usually they are seen in rocky poor populated areas such as white petra and the formations of wadi rum. Sorry, neither zoos (captivity) nor ninja turtles or bugs bunny count! Where again did you spot wild wolves, salamanders ... Read More
outdoors
What kinds of wildlife were you able to observe during outdoor trips, nearby, or even in your own garden so far in Jordan? Read More
Doubts - Is moving to Jordan something that you regret?
Was your move to Jordan a sure thing, or was it accompanied by doubts? How do you see it now, what makes you stay even when you would rather leave? Or has it become your home sweet home ? Read More
If you are very very rich by Primadonna
what will you do with al your money or property?
The trick is not to get rich, but to remain rich! In this case I wouldn't get married... Read More
Essentials to live in Jordan by Christine
Hi, As an expat living in Jordan, what would you advise the ones about to pack to bring along? What are the items you can easily find in Jordan? On the other hand, what is less common or quite expensive? Share with us what you would ...
Honestly I found the off topic allegation confusing too! But thats the moody world we live in... Read More
Essentials to live in Jordan by Christine
Hi, As an expat living in Jordan, what would you advise the ones about to pack to bring along? What are the items you can easily find in Jordan? On the other hand, what is less common or quite expensive? Share with us what you would ...
According to my experiences Deodorant and perfumes do not last, their prices though equal to world prices and even sold as originals. I think i have already mentioned simplest things can not be found. I purchased a ipod shuffle some time ago for JD ... Read More
Essentials to live in Jordan by Christine
Hi, As an expat living in Jordan, what would you advise the ones about to pack to bring along? What are the items you can easily find in Jordan? On the other hand, what is less common or quite expensive? Share with us what you would ...
ams is right, not to forget shipping costs! Read More
Essentials to live in Jordan by Christine
Hi, As an expat living in Jordan, what would you advise the ones about to pack to bring along? What are the items you can easily find in Jordan? On the other hand, what is less common or quite expensive? Share with us what you would ...
You make it sound simpler as it is! You can not order from amazon with a local cc, meaning urs is foreign or u have a foreign account with a logistic company, or somebody orders for u from abroad. Then there are taxes, which are according to my ... Read More
Considering a Teaching Position in Jordan by ctbeachbm
Hello All, Is anyone currently teaching in Jordan as an expat for an international school? I'm considering such an offer and would like find out candidly what it's really like. Thanks, John in Washington, DC
I think the reality is quite easy to understand, u just need to be honest with yourself and others. Then u can decide according to the reactions whether it suits you, is it what u expected, is it a give and take... Life is different for the ones ... Read More
Essentials to live in Jordan by Christine
Hi, As an expat living in Jordan, what would you advise the ones about to pack to bring along? What are the items you can easily find in Jordan? On the other hand, what is less common or quite expensive? Share with us what you would ...
Regarding somehow decent looking shoes for women, I guess its the biggest challenge. I can't recall how many pairs we bought each JD 25. None really did last a week without damage. If one says now u need to go to the mall and pay 3 times as ... Read More
Essentials to live in Jordan by Christine
Hi, As an expat living in Jordan, what would you advise the ones about to pack to bring along? What are the items you can easily find in Jordan? On the other hand, what is less common or quite expensive? Share with us what you would ...
It is essential to pack almost everything made of quality forcing me still to ordering from abroad. Even simplest things one expects to find in a library I would bring along. For example it is meanwhile possible to at least order quality cams, but ... Read More
please any one can help me explore beautiful Jordan? by Japz88
marhaba Jordanian! I'm a Filipino expat in Saudi Arabia over 2 years. My passion is tourism which compliments from my previous job in hospitality industry. I love exploring places, cultures, languages, knowledge with new people. based on my ...
Wadi Rum tours can be found easily in the web even with reviews. Each site contains email and telephone. Petra can be reached easily via comfortable JETT buses departing early in the morning on a daily base. Read More
please any one can help me explore beautiful Jordan? by Japz88
marhaba Jordanian! I'm a Filipino expat in Saudi Arabia over 2 years. My passion is tourism which compliments from my previous job in hospitality industry. I love exploring places, cultures, languages, knowledge with new people. based on my ...
Regarding the rose city of Petra, entrance fee stand 2015, JD50 + JD5 each further day. Theatre and Citadel close to each other and not much to see can be seen within 2 hours, rest of the day Dead Sea one hour drive from the capital. Petra one whole ... Read More
please any one can help me explore beautiful Jordan? by Japz88
marhaba Jordanian! I'm a Filipino expat in Saudi Arabia over 2 years. My passion is tourism which compliments from my previous job in hospitality industry. I love exploring places, cultures, languages, knowledge with new people. based on my ...
Depending on ones interest, Petra is a huge city to admire. I take my time admiring one of the new world wonders. Overnight in Wadi Musa is affordable. Wadi Rum is a great and interesting desert with great hospitality. One needs to book in advance ... Read More
how to open a cupcake business by Magdalena3322
Hello. My name is Adrienna. I'm living here in Sport City Amman Jordan. I want to open a cupcake business. Does anyone know what licenses I might need and where I can buy the equipment from? Also would I have to bake them in the shop or could I ...
Why not, if they are delicious, by the way, I am from Amman but i live in Irbid where i work, and I drive every week to Amman to visit my parents.No excuses left, you'll have to let mohdq taste your cupcakes (the chocolate ones naturally ) Read More
how to open a cupcake business by Magdalena3322
Hello. My name is Adrienna. I'm living here in Sport City Amman Jordan. I want to open a cupcake business. Does anyone know what licenses I might need and where I can buy the equipment from? Also would I have to bake them in the shop or could I ...
First time buy one, second for free. Afterwards, buy 5, one free :D For me, buy non, 10 for free :P Read More
how to open a cupcake business by Magdalena3322
Hello. My name is Adrienna. I'm living here in Sport City Amman Jordan. I want to open a cupcake business. Does anyone know what licenses I might need and where I can buy the equipment from? Also would I have to bake them in the shop or could I ...
Just kidding ;) By the way, should u need serious taster for your cakes, my cat and I volunteer :Di am also ready :kiss:Lol Read More
how to open a cupcake business by Magdalena3322
Hello. My name is Adrienna. I'm living here in Sport City Amman Jordan. I want to open a cupcake business. Does anyone know what licenses I might need and where I can buy the equipment from? Also would I have to bake them in the shop or could I ...
I generally find there is a lack of juiciness. You could try to fill this gap. The outside lures ones attention already, complete your works with a pleasant taste. Decide where u want to build your business, distribute through a opening event, the ... Read More
how to open a cupcake business by Magdalena3322
Hello. My name is Adrienna. I'm living here in Sport City Amman Jordan. I want to open a cupcake business. Does anyone know what licenses I might need and where I can buy the equipment from? Also would I have to bake them in the shop or could I ...
Just kidding ;) By the way, should u need serious taster for your cakes, my cat and I volunteer :D Read More
how to open a cupcake business by Magdalena3322
Hello. My name is Adrienna. I'm living here in Sport City Amman Jordan. I want to open a cupcake business. Does anyone know what licenses I might need and where I can buy the equipment from? Also would I have to bake them in the shop or could I ...
it is really a good idea...It maybe a good idea for advertising, not for well ment ideas which are the ne plus ultra for selling any kind of product. Further I advise to register Ur business whether at home or in a shop. Read More
how to open a cupcake business by Magdalena3322
Hello. My name is Adrienna. I'm living here in Sport City Amman Jordan. I want to open a cupcake business. Does anyone know what licenses I might need and where I can buy the equipment from? Also would I have to bake them in the shop or could I ...
Nice colorful creative cakes. If they have a special delicious taste different from the ones being offered in markets or cake shops, you should be successful selling them. Good luck Read More
how to open a cupcake business by Magdalena3322
Hello. My name is Adrienna. I'm living here in Sport City Amman Jordan. I want to open a cupcake business. Does anyone know what licenses I might need and where I can buy the equipment from? Also would I have to bake them in the shop or could I ...
You send pie and cake via email and whatsapp? Read More
Jordan-inter-marriage by Fhhhjjj
Hi, I'm a Malaysian Malay Muslim and I met a Jordanian man and we have been dating for about 7 months now. Personally, I'm very comfortable with him & in the beginning of our courtship he expressed his concern about the fact that there ...
It's difficult to follow your real intentions since either way, you criticize! If men want to marry, you warn women from being used. If they do not want to marry, say it straight forward, you accuse them of taking distance from a ... Read More
trip To petra and Sahra Wadi Rum by mohammad hantoush
Hey all My name is Mohammad Im Jordanian 26 years old I am interested in meeting new people .. I just knew this site, and though that we can do great things like a trip or gathering , drop me a message if you you wanna make something I know a great ...
FunnyAgree with mohdq, funny worth a post! Read More
Dana NR by JO/EU
Nature Reserve... Hi, Any experience within the Dana Nature Reserve? Any nature lovers on this blog who visited the reserve, maybe some camping and birdwatching? Thanks PS: wrote to the rscn, but they seem to take their time answering...
what month did you go there, how close have you been to all the wildlife, what's the route / program you chose called? Read More
trip To petra and Sahra Wadi Rum by mohammad hantoush
Hey all My name is Mohammad Im Jordanian 26 years old I am interested in meeting new people .. I just knew this site, and though that we can do great things like a trip or gathering , drop me a message if you you wanna make something I know a great ...
You don't want to tell the place and I don't know you! I was always told not to talk to strangers :D Read More
Are there any excursions I shouldn't miss while visiting petra?
The office you claim you have booked at should be able to tell you! 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 ...
Welcome, I decided to chose the most harmless and therefore logical critic. Banking is easy and fair, mistakes can happen everywhere. Abroad one waits in a line, here one picks a number, takes a seat and waits ones turn. I have no idea how money ... Read More
Blood tests by Primadonna
YAY!!!! Today I received a message that my articles have been approved and posted in the guide section in the green banner above the page. One article about foreign labor test and one about pre-martial test. I explain why these tests are needed and ...
It's always good that your employer is satisfied with you. Regarding articles, authorities requirements I rather get first hand since infos can be updated daily, and nobody cares then about other sources we get info from. It happens all the ... Read More
Jordan-inter-marriage by Fhhhjjj
Hi, I'm a Malaysian Malay Muslim and I met a Jordanian man and we have been dating for about 7 months now. Personally, I'm very comfortable with him & in the beginning of our courtship he expressed his concern about the fact that there ...
It's difficult to follow your real intentions since either way, you criticize! If men want to marry, you warn women from being used. If they do not want to marry, say it straight forward, you accuse them of taking distance from a commitment!! Read More
Any female lawyers? by Soraya_
Any female muslim lawyers that can advise me on the rites and law about Expat women married to Jordanian Nationals here in Amman Jordan? I am being told women don't have much say on anything here... kids, custody, divorce etc.
I thought u liked it here!If I like it here or not, I'm very much interested in women rights.So u don't like it here? Read More
Any female lawyers? by Soraya_
Any female muslim lawyers that can advise me on the rites and law about Expat women married to Jordanian Nationals here in Amman Jordan? I am being told women don't have much say on anything here... kids, custody, divorce etc.
I thought u liked it here! Read More
Squirrels by JO/EU
I went to the Dibeen Forest Reserve twice within two weeks to shoot some photos of squirrels. Unfortunately we saw not more than the shadow of one, arriving both times from 5 to 6 o'clock in the morning! We were shown the holes in the trees, ...
Thanks, I have seen squirrels before, but not here except of one but too fast the sun of a gun! Read More
Squirrels by JO/EU
I went to the Dibeen Forest Reserve twice within two weeks to shoot some photos of squirrels. Unfortunately we saw not more than the shadow of one, arriving both times from 5 to 6 o'clock in the morning! We were shown the holes in the trees, ...
Thanks for your answer, but I actually need to know if and where squirrels can be seen and not just exist hidden from humans. Dibeen has them and for sure Ajloun as well, but how easy is it to spot them. Have u ever seen one in Jordan? Read More
Squirrels
I went to the Dibeen Forest Reserve twice within two weeks to shoot some photos of squirrels. Unfortunately we saw not more than the shadow of one, arriving both times from 5 to 6 o'clock in the morning! We were shown the holes in the trees, ... Read More
Want to learn dutch by zaljayyousi
Hi all, I am jordanian and am seeking to learn dutch, anyone could advise me where can I get this or if there is dutch people can teach. I can speak arabic and english Regards Zaher zaljayyousi@yahoo.com
The population of Germany is about 5 times higher than the Netherlands. Therefore I believe their Market is attractive enough to learn their language. This reminds of the music from the 50's and 60's, when lots of artists from all around the ... Read More
Want to learn dutch by zaljayyousi
Hi all, I am jordanian and am seeking to learn dutch, anyone could advise me where can I get this or if there is dutch people can teach. I can speak arabic and english Regards Zaher zaljayyousi@yahoo.com
That German is being taught at schools in the Netherlands, that I didn't know! Is it a obligatory subject? Maybe due to two strong markets and understanding each other can only be of benefit especially regarding business . Read More
Want to learn dutch by zaljayyousi
Hi all, I am jordanian and am seeking to learn dutch, anyone could advise me where can I get this or if there is dutch people can teach. I can speak arabic and english Regards Zaher zaljayyousi@yahoo.com
Dutch do not neccessarily speak or understand German unless there is a background such as family ties, living next to the borders etc... Dutch sounds to me like broken German. Example: Holland in German هولند Holland in ... Read More
Want to learn dutch by zaljayyousi
Hi all, I am jordanian and am seeking to learn dutch, anyone could advise me where can I get this or if there is dutch people can teach. I can speak arabic and english Regards Zaher zaljayyousi@yahoo.com
so, if someone speaks Dutch, can he speak or understand Dutch?Iam quite sure he can :lol: Read More
Your experience of culture shock in Jordan by Christine
Hi, Living in a foreign country implies to discover its culture, to learn and master the cultural codes. How did you deal with that? Share with us your culture shock stories where you experienced a funny or awkward moment in Jordan. What is ...
Two things need to be corrected. Shaking hands between man and woman is not allowed and not usual unless same family like brothers and sisters, or relative kids and teenis... If someone handles it different it's up to them...For foreign women I ... Read More
Marrying a Jordanian man - Need your advice - 2015 by Flawseeker
I too want to thank you for opening up this forum. I recently met a man on a dating site who lives in Jordan...I am in the U.S. We clicked very quickly and speak now of being in love. He is charming, funny, well spoken, and claims that he wants ...
Try to find out if she's honest, why she wants to marry, ask her tricky questions, why she's willing to move despite of James plea for wide awakeness, why she wants to hear only nice things... btw, James loves such anecdotes and knows ... Read More
Domestic worker abuse in Jordan by Nim0
I understand that the number of cases where domestic workers are mistreated or gone missing in Jordan is raising. One consulate reported almost 5 serious cases of domestic abuse every week... Their families and friends back in their countries (now ...
Under which circumstances do they sign a contract? Usually a contract is being sent to the applicant and returned. Read More
Exploring cuisines
Hi Raj, If u search yourself through older topics of this site, u should find threads about expat meetings and gatherings. U can as well contact primadonna (although she doesn't like to cook, only eat). They have put once photos of a gathering, ... Read More
Pervert on Expat Blog by Kate29
Hi All, Surprisingly i get another message saying ; call me please *** i have a good offer 4 u Question is ? what is he thinking ? did he ever read the term & Condition on Expat.com ? Obviously NOT ! thins kind of message is not first ...
The relationships spoiling image stuff as well definetely more than on any other blog! I wonder who's behind these ideas... Could it be a possible reason for so many like you call them above? Read More
Pervert on Expat Blog by Kate29
Hi All, Surprisingly i get another message saying ; call me please *** i have a good offer 4 u Question is ? what is he thinking ? did he ever read the term & Condition on Expat.com ? Obviously NOT ! thins kind of message is not first ...
Regarding banning will help, don't think so cos there are lots of anonymous programmes, meaning with every log in, a different IP! Ignoring is by far the best way, afterall people have already mentioned the messages are rather harmless and ... Read More
Pervert on Expat Blog by Kate29
Hi All, Surprisingly i get another message saying ; call me please *** i have a good offer 4 u Question is ? what is he thinking ? did he ever read the term & Condition on Expat.com ? Obviously NOT ! thins kind of message is not first ...
Not complaining, just decided to join in this discussion, I just block them and that's the end of them. After all they are harmless if ignored. I would never dream of replying to them as it just gives them the attention they crave. Just find it ... Read More
Pervert on Expat Blog by Kate29
Hi All, Surprisingly i get another message saying ; call me please *** i have a good offer 4 u Question is ? what is he thinking ? did he ever read the term & Condition on Expat.com ? Obviously NOT ! thins kind of message is not first ...
You know what I do incase somebody annoys me with messages? I block him/her. In case I keep paying attention, its rather tasteless since attentive. So why complain :unsure Read More
Pervert on Expat Blog by Kate29
Hi All, Surprisingly i get another message saying ; call me please *** i have a good offer 4 u Question is ? what is he thinking ? did he ever read the term & Condition on Expat.com ? Obviously NOT ! thins kind of message is not first ...
I hope this thread doesn't influence expats from moving to or from since its in no relation at all to expatriation and could be closed down! Neither are some discriminating posts and made up stories on other threads which surprisingly have been ... Read More
confused by JO/EU
women met me on internet telephone byte, she says she love me, want marry me but I am not sure becos telephone can lie, telephone middle east country hearing lots of bad things, I am unsure of this is a good woman maybe wants my telephone not my ...
I really hope so, we'll start a dating agency then :top: Read More
confused by JO/EU
women met me on internet telephone byte, she says she love me, want marry me but I am not sure becos telephone can lie, telephone middle east country hearing lots of bad things, I am unsure of this is a good woman maybe wants my telephone not my ...
Very romantic, this person should write a novel, I was hoping he would have had a happier ending. I mean, she being a married millionaires and him having such a fond passion for white mushrooms with red spots and being an avid noodle muncher sounds ... Read More
confused by JO/EU
women met me on internet telephone byte, she says she love me, want marry me but I am not sure becos telephone can lie, telephone middle east country hearing lots of bad things, I am unsure of this is a good woman maybe wants my telephone not my ...
The woman send message today on bitter, taking all the wealth to meet me later, but they not let her come unless one signs paper, I say give them money u r millionaire, she say without u come I don't dare, she say she need some change cos they ... Read More
confused by JO/EU
women met me on internet telephone byte, she says she love me, want marry me but I am not sure becos telephone can lie, telephone middle east country hearing lots of bad things, I am unsure of this is a good woman maybe wants my telephone not my ...
Today same woman for second time contacting me on what bud, she love me and want live with me here in nature like peasant. I think we good for each other, thousands of phone calls.. I say life difficult but she say not to worry she millionaise. 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 ...
U provided us with the laws and we still didn't get the message of what it is u really want now?? Read More
confused
women met me on internet telephone byte, she says she love me, want marry me but I am not sure becos telephone can lie, telephone middle east country hearing lots of bad things, I am unsure of this is a good woman maybe wants my telephone not my ... Read More
Experience
Would you repeat your move to relocating, what would you reconsider? Read More
REASONS by JO/EU
Hi there, What do u think are the most common reasons for coming to and leaving Jordan?
Somehow I missed that you mentioned that many expats are being commissioned by foreign companies. That's correct, and they do earn better money. But whats helping them out are more the bonuses, like free accommodation, food and beverage, travel ... Read More
REASONS by JO/EU
Hi there, What do u think are the most common reasons for coming to and leaving Jordan?
Hi brit, and welcome to Jordan :) I must admit I don't have the insite to tell exactly how much one earns, it's just from hearing. The people I have met were not too enthusiastic though. I can not tell either whether the JD3 are payed on a ... Read More
REASONS by JO/EU
Hi there, What do u think are the most common reasons for coming to and leaving Jordan?
I have heard about the tourism boom. I think foreigners make their money more independently than being payed by local companies. And the ones hired by local companies do not really earn that much unless really qualified and desperately needed... I ... Read More
REASONS by JO/EU
Hi there, What do u think are the most common reasons for coming to and leaving Jordan?
Are job offers so high? According to posts, lots of people complain about low wages, start searching after already living here for quite some time! I think only a few percentage have a serious job offer in the sack before arriving.. Read More
REASONS
Hi there, What do u think are the most common reasons for coming to and leaving Jordan? Read More
What is the meaning of Love? by JO/EU
What is the meaning of Love in your own words?
Not to look down to the person who cared/cares for you just becos nobody ever did/does... Not to misuse his/her good and caring nature just becos others wouldn't allow you to, not to attack ones looks just becos his/her manners are to good to ... Read More
Effects of a customary marriage with a Jordanian man by Eva ah
Hi, I excuse for my broken english and i continue...i read almost all the topic and even i have a opinion or intuitio...i still need to hope for any positive answer...but to be truth at all! thanks... Well my story with a Jordanian man begins 4 ...
I have been working within international fields for quite some time, and have been talking among others to American who married in Europe, the reason why they were able to get a work permit. They told me about less comfortable living and working ... Read More
Effects of a customary marriage with a Jordanian man by Eva ah
Hi, I excuse for my broken english and i continue...i read almost all the topic and even i have a opinion or intuitio...i still need to hope for any positive answer...but to be truth at all! thanks... Well my story with a Jordanian man begins 4 ...
You are absolutely right but you cant ignore the fact that Arab and some other nationalities have a very bad reputation in these kind of matters. Bad apples are everywhere, but they are high ranked in the list of not trustful. And if a woman have ... Read More
Domestic worker abuse in Jordan by Nim0
I understand that the number of cases where domestic workers are mistreated or gone missing in Jordan is raising. One consulate reported almost 5 serious cases of domestic abuse every week... Their families and friends back in their countries (now ...
Every single human being...Why put all into one and the same pot? Read More
Groceries in amman by deepshan79
Hi all, As we are shifting go Amman we are trying to analyse the expenses on groceries. Are cereals and grains such as rice wheat, black gram dal, Bengal gram etc available in local markets. Can somebody tell me wht would be the approximate price ...
Depending in which area one resides. One can share a flat , or rent something smaller. Usually the uni area is not as expensive as expected since lots of noise... Nevertheless they will always be tenants trying to get more out of a flat. You can try ... Read More
Groceries in amman by deepshan79
Hi all, As we are shifting go Amman we are trying to analyse the expenses on groceries. Are cereals and grains such as rice wheat, black gram dal, Bengal gram etc available in local markets. Can somebody tell me wht would be the approximate price ...
Rather most expensive in the middle east. Since the economy depends on the people, and since the service wherever one goes leaves much to be desired, I doubt it will recover. Greed has taken over, cheap stuff from abroad is being sold either cheap, ... Read More
Dana NR by JO/EU
Nature Reserve... Hi, Any experience within the Dana Nature Reserve? Any nature lovers on this blog who visited the reserve, maybe some camping and birdwatching? Thanks PS: wrote to the rscn, but they seem to take their time answering...
Thanks for the info, much appreciated. I finally managed to get hold of a guide. Hopefully I'll try my chances in October, the area looks quite inviting! I asked about water since usually birds gather there the most. If we are lucky, we'll ... Read More
Domestic worker abuse in Jordan by Nim0
I understand that the number of cases where domestic workers are mistreated or gone missing in Jordan is raising. One consulate reported almost 5 serious cases of domestic abuse every week... Their families and friends back in their countries (now ...
Nobody said there shouldn't be any law. You just missed the point. Read More
Domestic worker abuse in Jordan by Nim0
I understand that the number of cases where domestic workers are mistreated or gone missing in Jordan is raising. One consulate reported almost 5 serious cases of domestic abuse every week... Their families and friends back in their countries (now ...
Humans don't need to be reminded by a law not to abuse others!Not to steal. not to commit adultery, not be jealous, not to be disrespectful, not lying, not cheating, not...... If there are no laws, what kind of world we would living in? I ... Read More
Domestic worker abuse in Jordan by Nim0
I understand that the number of cases where domestic workers are mistreated or gone missing in Jordan is raising. One consulate reported almost 5 serious cases of domestic abuse every week... Their families and friends back in their countries (now ...
Humans don't need to be reminded by a law not to abuse others! Read More
Dana NR by JO/EU
Nature Reserve... Hi, Any experience within the Dana Nature Reserve? Any nature lovers on this blog who visited the reserve, maybe some camping and birdwatching? Thanks PS: wrote to the rscn, but they seem to take their time answering...
Thanks. Can you tell me more about birdwatching, what kinds did u get to see, is there water were birds frequently hang around? Did u need a guide? Thanks Read More
Dana NR
Nature Reserve... Hi, Any experience within the Dana Nature Reserve? Any nature lovers on this blog who visited the reserve, maybe some camping and birdwatching? Thanks PS: wrote to the rscn, but they seem to take their time answering... Read More
Domestic worker abuse in Jordan by Nim0
I understand that the number of cases where domestic workers are mistreated or gone missing in Jordan is raising. One consulate reported almost 5 serious cases of domestic abuse every week... Their families and friends back in their countries (now ...
In my opinion one should always try to get as much info as possible in advance about any country. This is not easy becos either poor people have no access to Internet or phone, or the ones recruiting them care about money not humans. I have heard ... Read More
crime in amman - how safe? by akthar
is there a no go area? anyone experienced any violence or burglary?
When people say it's 100 or 95% save I don't know where they get these figures from? If one did not experience any negative cases then he/she should say so, but not 100% save! If you go to the police they would never tell one its 100% , so ... 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 ...
Humans are a test to their creator, not to each other. Since nothing lasts for ever, maybe the test is who believes in the creator, who believes in humans! We can only achieve something either good or bad according to the majority. The good majority ... Read More