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Expats from all backgrounds and industries share stories of their move from their home countries to the United Arab Emirates, specifically Dubai and Abu Dhabi.

  1. 04/25/2023

    Teacher, Traveler and Homeowner in Dubai | Tom Streppel

    Tom Streppel, a teacher originally from the Netherlands has lived in Spain, China, Malaysia and now Dubai where he has purchased his first piece of property.  On this episode we chat: -Working in China compared to the UAE -Getting paid in Euro and local currency -How and why to buy an apartment in Dubai (deposit, location and contracts) -Making friends and finding your social circle in Dubai -Clothing and dressing modestly in the UAE and Middle East -Weather in Dubai and Abu Dhabi Follow ⁠@PopAbroad on Instagram⁠ Follow ⁠@AbuDhabiMichelle on TikTok

    36 min

  2. 03/21/2023

    From South Africa to Working in Healthcare in Abu Dhabi | Adrienne Katombela

    Sonographer and Radiographer Adrienne Katombela has been working in healthcare for over a decade. She has always wanted to live abroad so she made the move from Johannesburg, South Africa to Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. She studied radiography and ultrasound in postgrad at the University of Johannesburg. In this episode we discuss: -Contracts and Finding a Job -Housing -Benefits of Working in Healthcare Abroad -Tax Free UAE -Work Environments at Different Hospitals -Finding Friends and Personal Growth -Middle East Travel Follow @PopAbroad on Instagram Follow @AbuDhabiMichelle on TikTok

    41 min

  3. 03/14/2023

    French Language Teacher in Abu Dhabi | Leila Sammou

    Super mom and super teacher, Leila Sammou has been working abroad for a decade in Morocco, USA and now the UAE. She has made Abu Dhabi her home and has grown her family from two to four since her move to the Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. She is a language teacher by trade and speaks multiple languages, loves traveling, music and more. On this episode we chat: -French as a foreign language abroad -Working as a translator and teacher -Resources to find language (Spanish, German, French) teaching jobs -The American Education system versus the French Education system  -Why Leila and her husband moved to Abu Dhabi -Teaching university students abroad -Starting a family,  having babies, healthcare system in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates -Nursery Schools, Primary and Secondary education from a mom's perspective -Mom and French communities to connect with Connect with us on instagram @PopAbroad Follow Michelle on TikTok @AbudhabiMichelle

    40 min

  4. 02/21/2023

    University English Instructor in Saudi Arabia | Jordell Bynum

    We are changing it up for this special episode! Saudi Arabia, or the Kingdom is a border neighbor of the United Arab Emirates and are often confused with one another but for this episode we wanted to give you some information and insight on the Kingdom and how it compares to the UAE. Jordell Bynum, originally from North Carolina, USA. Jordell has taught English in Shanghai, China, Miami, USA, Dubai, United Arab Emirates and now in Saudi Arabia. He has a passion for learning and understanding new cultures and languages. In this episode we discuss: -Finding English Teaching Jobs in Saudi Arabia, China and UAE -Tourist VS Work Visas -Accommodation Types in Saudi  -Health Insurance -Comparing teacher salaries in the UAE, Saudi and China -Teaching English to adults  -Islam and Culture -Learning Arabic Follow Jordell on Instagram Follow Pop Abroad on Instagram Follow AbudhabiMichelle on TikTok

    52 min

  5. 02/14/2023

    American Elementary School Teacher in Abu Dhabi | Quitney Price

    Quitney Price, from Hawaii USA has been a teacher in Hawaii, Mexico and the United Arab Emirates. She has degrees in Education and is currently teaching the 5th grade at an American international (private) school in Abu Dhabi. In this episode we chat -Applying to schools abroad -The Attestation Process (#1 thing you need to do after getting the job offer) -4.5 Day Work Week and UAE Laws -School Curriculums -Teacher Salaries in the UAE -Housing  -Vacation Time  -Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance -Fun Activities -All about the 7 emirates of the United Arab Emirates -Finding Friends Follow Pop Abroad on Instagram Follow AbudhabiMichelle on TikTok Email popabroad@gmail.com to connect or to join the show!

    45 min

  6. 02/07/2023

    British Diplomat in Abu Dhabi | Stephanie Shaw

    Stephanie Shaw, originally from Liverpool, is on her third posting on behalf of the British Civil Service here in Abu Dhabi, UAE. Her first posting was in Beijing, China then Delhi, India and now Stephy calls Abu Dhabi home. In this podcast episode we discuss: -Her First Post (Job Role) in Beijing -Salaries as a Civil Servant -Apartment Hunting in Abu Dhabi -Communities & Mental Health Abroad Privilee -Learning Arabic -Driving in Abu Dhabi  -Adopting a Pet Abroad  -Best UAE Apps to Download  Timeout Abu Dhabi The National News  Best Bites UAE Connect with Stephanie on Instagram  Follow Pop Abroad on Instagram Follow AbuDhabiMichelle on TikTok

    54 min

  7. 01/31/2023

    University & Guidance Counselor in Dubai | Shalyn Tharayil

    Shalyn Tharayil from California, USA has worked in university and guidance counseling in a high school setting since 2014. She has been a counselor in Los Angeles, Hong Kong and now Dubai  In this episode we discuss: -Working at an international or private school abroad  -Types of counselors abroad  -Websites to find a job in counseling abroad  -Salaries  -Savings abroad  -American taxes  -Self-care in Dubai  -Shalyn's TikTok supporting students   Want to connect?  Follow us on insta @popabroad  Follow me on tiktok @abudhabimichelle

    1h 5m

  8. 01/24/2023

    Nursing in Abu Dhabi | Elizabeth Craig

    Elizabeth Craig, has worked as a nurse for many years. Most of her nursing career has been with the NHS in the UK but due to her love of travel, Lizzie has made the move to Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates to work at one of the more reputable hospitals.  In this episode we discuss -Nursing recruitment process in the UK and Ireland -Nurse contracts & benefits -Accommodation -Communities in Abu Dhabi -Feeling homesick and lonely -Fostering cats and helping Reem Island Cats -Active hobbies to have in Abu Dhabi (Mad Rollers Roller Skating Community) -Working with different cultures Want to connect? Follow us on insta @popabroad Follow Lizzie @dizzielizzielou  Email us popabroad@gmail.com

    47 min
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Expats from all backgrounds and industries share stories of their move from their home countries to the United Arab Emirates, specifically Dubai and Abu Dhabi.

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  • Creator
    PopAbroad
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2023
  • Episodes
    24
  • Rating
    Clean
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