Possible move to Saudi
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Hi there, what you are looking for is almost impossible to find and all you have to go by will be the word of others. I have been in Jeddah for the past 3 years and for the first 6 months you will suffer from culture shock. To get used to a male dominant society where females are not allowed to drive or to be seen with any other male besides her own husband. You may be driven by a limo driver but should I give you a ride and they should stop us - trouble. It seldoms happen that they stop Westerners but it has happened to me - fortunatley I could talk my way out of it. We have no cinemas, clubs, bars, discos, theatres, churches, so you will be left for own entertainment. Don't despair as one tends to get into social circles that would go to the beach and other unspoilt places (at the beach you have to pay and it is very small but at least a place where all can socialize in a relaxed atmosphere and where ladies do not have to be covered) Speaking of which you will at all times when in public have to wear the long black abaya (like an overcoat) and it is not required that you cover your hair, that is in Jeddah, other places tends to be more strict. Few females work and that is something new to all, if you could get some experience in the teaching field you might land a job with one of the many International schools. Anything to keep you busy as all day in the compound might not be your cup of tea. One thing is certain it will be an experience of a lifetime that few others will ever be able to experience. We also have an active Historical society and they organise trips to the desert, to interesting places, you can take up diving ( the sea is like a huge dam with very small waves, if any) You will become more outdoor inclined than indoors and often the compounds have gatherings or parties - big fun and there it is possible to enjoy yourself thoroughly
You are wlecome to write to me should you need to know more.Anonymous 12 Nov 2006, 08:37 - Report