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dsmalberger

dsmalberger

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South African °µÍø½ûÇø in the United Arab Emirates

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South African

Lives in Dubai

Registration: 08 September 2011

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dsmalberger replied to a thread
13 years ago
Fisherman0793

Teaching at Jeddah Knowledge by Fisherman0793

Hi, Im considering taking up a post here and wondering whether you could brief me on the good, bad and the ugly of this place. It is a big move to Jeddah and I need to be sure its the right place for me in all ways.

dsmalberger

Oops lacking in the manners department, eish and he is a teacher. But hey better to hear the truth I have to agree, if someone has had a positive experience then it's good to share. Maybe those who haven't could as well, constructively, like what to ... Read More

dsmalberger replied to a thread
13 years ago
democi

What is the deal with religious police? by democi

I have yet to encounter the religious police. Do they really exist in Jeddah? If so, what is their exact purpose? How risky is it to go out with a girl that's not my sister/mom/aunt?

dsmalberger

Wow harmony are you living in a bubble? Read More

dsmalberger replied to a thread
13 years ago
democi

What is the deal with religious police? by democi

I have yet to encounter the religious police. Do they really exist in Jeddah? If so, what is their exact purpose? How risky is it to go out with a girl that's not my sister/mom/aunt?

dsmalberger

Touchy subject! Sweetlina at least you say it as it is! Wake up man! My 14 year old went out with her girlfriends only to be harassed by the "religious" police to get into their vehicle. Thank God she remembered what her parents taught her, never ... Read More

dsmalberger replied to a thread
13 years ago
saboodles12

Considering an Opportunity in Jeddah by saboodles12

Hi All, I'm trying to make the most educated decision to move to Jeddah therefore want as much info as possible. We are a family of 3 with a pre-teen daughter. We would live on a compound Arabian homes....but not much else is known. Are there any ...

dsmalberger

Well if you're coming from America your kids will probably attend the American school if I'm correct. AISJ is adjoining to that compound. More western people there too which makes a huge difference. Also have heard it's the best. Not Sharbatly ... Read More

dsmalberger replied to a thread
13 years ago
saboodles12

Considering an Opportunity in Jeddah by saboodles12

Hi All, I'm trying to make the most educated decision to move to Jeddah therefore want as much info as possible. We are a family of 3 with a pre-teen daughter. We would live on a compound Arabian homes....but not much else is known. Are there any ...

dsmalberger

If possible try to get into Sierra compound. Right next door to AISJ Read More

dsmalberger replied to a thread
13 years ago
saboodles12

Any ?'s you wished you had asked by saboodles12

Hi all, Anybody have any ?'s they should have asked of their future employer before they made the move to KSA. Thanks in advance!

dsmalberger

Make sure you have a good medical aid. What are you going to be doing in KSA? Read More

dsmalberger replied to a thread
13 years ago
mariushendricks

New in Jeddah by mariushendricks

Hi Everyone My name's Marius Hendricks. I'm from East London, South Africa and have been in Jeddah for 2 months. I teach at a school in Azeziyah District..close to Madinah/Baladiyah rd. Wud like to make contact with other South Africans and others

dsmalberger

Hi Sarie here is a good site to look at for compound info http://about-jeddah.blogspot.com/2008/12/compounds-information_24.html just copy the above link to your browser. Hi Sarie Also from SA, CT, Been here for 3 months now, eek still getting ... Read More

dsmalberger replied to a thread
13 years ago
mariushendricks

New in Jeddah by mariushendricks

Hi Everyone My name's Marius Hendricks. I'm from East London, South Africa and have been in Jeddah for 2 months. I teach at a school in Azeziyah District..close to Madinah/Baladiyah rd. Wud like to make contact with other South Africans and others

dsmalberger

Hi Sarie Also from SA, CT, Been here for 3 months now, eek still getting used to it to tell you the truth Did your husbands company place him in a compound already? Regards Dominique:) Read More

dsmalberger replied to a thread
13 years ago
Yolande-SA

South African moving to Jeddah by Yolande-SA

Hi all forum friends My husband just accepted a job in Jeddah and we very exited. He is starting in August and then we will follow as soon as the family visa can be sorted out. He was in Jeddah a few weeks ago and did not have time to look at all ...

dsmalberger

Hi Yolandi We have just moved to Jeddah, still going through the process of getting our kids into school, as they all seem to say sorry we are full, but i must say that once you are actually here they do seem to want to help you out a bit more, ... Read More