“During national holidays, Jordanians from the north, particularly Amman and Irbid, flock to Aqaba’s luxury resorts and sandy beaches. From what I read Aqaba is one of the best diving and snorkeling destinations in the world. I have only been once to Aqaba in the mid 90s but I heard a lot has changed since then. I sent my resume, did an interview and viola! I thought this is where I want to work and live. Moving all the way from North of Jordan, Irbid, to the South.Īnyway, via word of mouth I knew about a new university that was going to open in Aqaba and was hiring. I did apply to few jobs in the Gulf though, via uploading my resume to online job listings, but I wasn’t very serious about it. But, I was enjoying my sabbatical and having fun with my family to bother applying for jobs in the Gulf.

I was planing to apply for jobs in UAE or Qatar. Last summer, I took a break from my PhD because it was about time to do some changes in my life. I always wanted to live in a warmer place that also has a beache. The last two winter there were especially brutally cold. I am still waiting on some paper work for the final confirmation.Īs much as I loved the beautiful green landscapes in Missouri I hated its winter and the fact that it has no beaches. Last week, I got an offer to teach at a new university that will start its first semester this September. If all goes well, I am moving to Aqaba, Jordan.

الطلياني by شكري المبخوت