Teaching in the Middle East

About the Middle East

The Middle East is made up of 18 countries including Saudi Arabia, Egypt, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Jordan and many more. A cultural delight, with beautiful landscapes, lush oases, glorious architecture, traditional souks and endless beaches. The continent's history dates back to ancient times and is home to some of the oldest cities and civilizations. The Middle East has a hot arid climate with year round sunshine, making it an increasingly popular tourist destination. Although the summer months are sometimes unbearable, with expats taking 'winter' breaks to cooler climates!

The most popular languages are Arabic, Persian, Turkish, Berber and Kurdish; although English is widely understood. The Middle East is a land of unexpected contrasts with mighty rivers (Euphrates), huge deserts (Sahara) and snow-capped mountains (Turkey and Iran). From exquisite diving in the Red Sea, world class shopping opportunities in larger than life Dubai to the somewhat exhilarating experience of waddi bashing over the sand dunes of Qatar. There really is something for everyone across this exotic continent. The Arabian Peninsula seamlessly infuses contemporary western culture with a traditional Arabic history, and is a vibrant place that is capturing hearts and minds of people around the people. Where else can you ski in the morning, experience a desert safari in the afternoon, take a mid-afternoon swim in the sea and shop until you drop in the evening? From man-made islands to an indoor ski resort, the Middle East has fairy tale delights in abundance.