Canadian teacher possibly moving to Salmiya Kuwait

nadia26 · 2013-05-20T03:57:49+02:00

Discover insights on living as a female teacher in Salmiya, Kuwait. Learn about safety, social life, and the expat community for Canadians.

nadia26 New member

Member since 15 May 2013

nadia26New member20 May 2013 01:57:49

Hello everyone,

I am a Canadian teacher possibly going to accept an offer teaching in an American Private School in Kuwait. Now, I am a bit nervous as I am a female and concerned with safety and walking alone to go places such as malls, shopping etc. Are there many Canadians teaching in Salmiya? How is it like living there in terms of social life? Are women alowed to go about as they wish? ....Thanks:)

nadia26 New member

Member since 15 May 2013

nadia26New member20 May 2013 02:05:27

also...how racially diverse is the foreign teaching community from north america?

msjaydee Active member

Member since 15 March 2012

msjaydeeActive member21 May 2013 15:24:43

There are lots of teachers in Kuwait - not sure about Salmiya in particular. I'm Canadian but not a teacher. Kuwait is really safe. Don't worry about safety but of course, don't do anything stupid like walk alone late at night. There aren't many sidewalks and need a car to go places but taxis are easy to find. And you can come and go as you please. It is not an uberconservative Muslim country. You'll realize that when you get here. Although I would advise you be respectful in your dress, I've seen locals wearing some questionable clothing. It will be a good experience, just come with an open mind and an adventurous spirit. Good luck.

nadia26 New member

Member since 15 May 2013

nadia26New member21 May 2013 21:44:41

Thank you so much! I'm looking forward to it...what to do for fun?...besides hopping that is

legacy Kuwait Expert

Member since 29 March 2010

legacyKuwait Expert23 May 2013 05:28:25

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you may want to read regarding the safety of expat ladies in Kuwait

for fun u need to be creative and adventurous - dare to try new things - look for expat gatherings and mingle - use google to find if ur passion is available in kuwait like toastmastering, running, cycling, jet skiing, sand duning, poetry, writing, volleyball, rugby etc. theres a bit of heaven for everyone who takes the time to look for what they want.

Mishaalkw New member

Member since 28 May 2013

MishaalkwNew member28 May 2013 14:34:25

im from kuwait 鈼� not ur choice 鈼� sorry

legacy Kuwait Expert

Member since 29 March 2010

legacyKuwait Expert29 May 2013 05:45:18

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what is not your choice Mishaal?

Lugien New member

Member since 30 January 2013

LugienNew member17 June 2013 14:24:41

hello,

I'm gene and I live in salmiyah.
I understand how you feel but Good that you are interested to come to kuwait.
the place is okay not so good not so bad. its hot here now since summer. I would like to go to canada and you come to kuwait lol

anyway we can keep in touch you can ask me questions that I can help you. I been here almost 6 years.

best regards
Gene