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booty · Joined: 22 Aug 2004 Posts: 94

I have just heard about job opportunities in Oman. According to this, people seem pretty content teaching here as the wages are good and the standard of living is good. Can you save plaenty of money? What are the human rights like in comparison to other arab nations? Any problems with alcohol?
Any good schools to recommend in Muscat?

veiledsentiments · Joined: 20 Feb 2003 Posts: 17644 Location: USA

Read the board and your answers are probably there. Expats get a liquor license based on salary. Pay is at the low end of the Gulf scale as they are not oil rich. Cost of living is high, but not as high as the UAE.

If human rights are a big issue with you, I suggest that the Middle East may not be your place.

As to jobs, can't say anything without knowing your education, experience, and what you are looking for. What you can save depends on how much booze you buy and how often you expect to eat and drink at the hotels... and how expensive your hobbies are...

VS

Hector_Lector · Joined: 20 Apr 2004 Posts: 548

anything bad to say about Oman.

It�s very hat.

veiledsentiments · Joined: 20 Feb 2003 Posts: 17644 Location: USA

hat? I expect you mean hot... and I agree that is the worst thing that I can think of about Oman. Cool

VS

boundforsaudi · Joined: 29 Jan 2003 Posts: 243

My car was vandalized parked at the beach in Salalah. Window broken out. I think it was done by this Omani character who was drinking whisky nearby. I think he was offended that I wouldn't stop fishing long enough to have some drinks with him and his friends. Don't believe the goody-goody stories about safe to leave your keys in the car or whatever. Be careful where you park. In parking lots they will ding your car to hell.

veiledsentiments · Joined: 20 Feb 2003 Posts: 17644 Location: USA

Yes, the time of leaving doors unlocked and keys in the ignition have been gone since probably the mid-to-late 90's - at least in Muscat.

The very young boys have always been prone to property destruction... and cars have long been a target. And the Gulf is famous for door dings. It always amazed me how no one was able to open a car door with bashing the car next to it. Not just Oman, but everywhere I was. The car I sold after 3 years in Abu Dhabi was so covered with them... I stopped counting at about 150 on one side...

VS

helmsman · Joined: 13 Aug 2006 Posts: 58 Location: GCC

I think the biggest drawback would be that the the salaries are less competitive than elsewhere in the Gulf, so it would not be the ideal location if saving is your major goal, as a general rule. I would only work there if I couldn't find employment elsewhere, possibly due to shortcomings in my qualifications perhaps.

On the other hand, everyone I know who who has taught there says it is great and the people are fine. From my own experience I would say they are a bit humble and more approachable than those from the shaikhdoms. (Why is that?) I like the idea of the co-ed classes. If living in a place with incredible scenery and lots of historical sites such as forts appeals to you then Oman would be ideal.

As for car vandalism, all I can say is be careful where you park and be vigilant. Car dings are very annoying when you've got a new car, but after you've had a few you get resigned to it. You'll feel less stressed driving a beater (because the damage is already done) and other cars will try to avoid you!

veiledsentiments · Joined: 20 Feb 2003 Posts: 17644 Location: USA

Down Home · Joined: 30 Jun 2005 Posts: 22

There are some people who think they must be experts about everything about Oman and must have something to say about everything. In other words, is this forum your life, VS? Cool

bje · Joined: 19 Jun 2005 Posts: 527

veiledsentiments · Joined: 20 Feb 2003 Posts: 17644 Location: USA

His comments say much more about him and his life than mine, doesn't it? Laughing

Obviously how I spend my time is NOHFB... and he is free to never read my messages.

VS

dmb · Joined: 12 Feb 2003 Posts: 8397

veiledsentiments · Joined: 20 Feb 2003 Posts: 17644 Location: USA

You're making rules for these things? you? Laughing

I'm unfamiliar with your version... guess I don't spend enough time on the internet.

H=his

dmb · Joined: 12 Feb 2003 Posts: 8397

his/ her or their?

But to get back on topic. I am a novice when it comes to Oman. But surely one of the most important things about living in any country is the cuisine. Is there anything good/bad/ugly about Omani cuisine. My experience was limited to a few western hotels and local indian/Bangladeshi/etc places. Is there more?

Duffy · Joined: 29 Oct 2005 Posts: 449 Location: Oman

The only "PC" I know is what I teach my students!! (computer skills) Surprised

I do not have time in my life for all these namby pamby morons who want to control every word that leaves mine or any other persons lips!!! aka "PC"

As for cuisine in Oman? Ahh Smile

I have no complaints there. I love Arabic food, by that I mean all ME countries. Those here in Salalah will know what I mean even if I do not mention all the great eating places along 23rd Street. Also all the other Mid-Far Eastern food outlets in this great town.

But what of other places to eat in Oman?? It is a big country. I have had really good, basic filling food from the "restuarants" between Muscat and Salalah (Ok, there was no cutlery, but what the heck!! We were not born with a knife, fork and spoon in our hands were we ??) to the fabulous "Golden Oryx" in Muscat.

Oh yes, I have sat on and talked down the "big white telephone" a few times in my life, but at 60+ I am still here.

Oh Yes, Down Home, WIYFP??

Duffy Smile