Caroline
@posidrive66
English expat in Egypt
Forum posts
32
Contacts
25
About me
English
Lives in Hurghada
Speaks English, a bit of French and a bit of Arabic
Registration: 13 April 2012
Any expats living in maadi. (Expats only) by Carloine steve
Hey guys are there any expats living in maadi? Am new here and want to explore the city Caroline
Hi!!! I will be moving up 19th August. I am from England originally. I am a teacher. Can I contact you again when I move into my new flat? Take care, Caroline Read More
I need advice about working in Cairo. by n_huss94
Hi all, I need some advice from expats in Egypt about my employment situation. I came to Cairo from the UK to visit my aunt and cousins here last month, however I liked it here so much that I decided to stay and look for a job as an English ...
Hi, yes 5000LE is a very low salary especially living in Cairo where you tend to earn more money. I would ask them for at least 10000LE plus your own flat allowance of 3000LE. It is so hard to find qualified English teachers in Egypt and many ... Read More
Your experience of culture shock in Egypt by Christine
Hi, Living in a foreign country implies to discover its culture, to learn and master the cultural codes. How did you deal with that? Share with us your culture shock stories where you experienced a funny or awkward moment in Egypt. What is ...
It was interesting reading your points. I find Egypt is a wonderful place full of warmth and love. I live mainly an Egyptian life due to my husband, however he is cutured and educated so no different from living in the UK. I find the lack of ... Read More
Parents: Your experience with schools in Hurghada??? by azeera
I would like to ask the PARENTS, if there are any present in this forum, to share their experience with Hurghadan Schools with me. As we all know, if our children don't have an Egyptian father, they don't qualify to get enrolled into the National ...
Hi Paula, Whow you are in Fayrouz???? Amazing!! I am in the UK at the moment and return in the early hours on Sunday. I live on the Tiba resort at the back of the British Park restaurant. Yes no problem with meeting up. I can't leave you a ... Read More
Parents: Your experience with schools in Hurghada??? by azeera
I would like to ask the PARENTS, if there are any present in this forum, to share their experience with Hurghadan Schools with me. As we all know, if our children don't have an Egyptian father, they don't qualify to get enrolled into the National ...
Hi Chris, I can't complete the assessments in the UK now as leaving for Hurghada on Friday and we complete them in school. All pre-school assessments are free of charge and are used to level your child. I am also Head of Learning Support so ... Read More
Parents: Your experience with schools in Hurghada??? by azeera
I would like to ask the PARENTS, if there are any present in this forum, to share their experience with Hurghadan Schools with me. As we all know, if our children don't have an Egyptian father, they don't qualify to get enrolled into the National ...
Hi Paula, Yes of course and no problem. Please keep in touch and let me know when you are planning to arrive. My kind regards, Caroline Clarke Read More
Parents: Your experience with schools in Hurghada??? by azeera
I would like to ask the PARENTS, if there are any present in this forum, to share their experience with Hurghadan Schools with me. As we all know, if our children don't have an Egyptian father, they don't qualify to get enrolled into the National ...
Hi Paula, I am Head of Learning Support at El Gouna International School and complete the pre-school entry assessments. Please come and have a look at our school. It is a lovely, caring school and we have great facilities. With a new dynamic ... Read More
Safety in Egypt by Christine
Hi, We would like to talk about a sensitive but important topic: do you feel safe in Egypt? How would you define the level of safety in the country? Can you walk safely during the day and at night without any fear? Do you think there is ...
I love Egypt and live in Hurghada work in an International School. I love the atmosphere and way of life and have many Egyptian friends I live in an area where ex pats and local people live together. I love it and feel very safe and cared for. No ... Read More
Parents: Your experience with schools in Hurghada??? by azeera
I would like to ask the PARENTS, if there are any present in this forum, to share their experience with Hurghadan Schools with me. As we all know, if our children don't have an Egyptian father, they don't qualify to get enrolled into the National ...
Good morning Pia, I am in the UK till the end of July so as soon as I am back in Hurghada I will contact you and we can meet up. As said previously, I work for El Gouna International School and I am sure there could be someway where we could do ... Read More
Parents: Your experience with schools in Hurghada??? by azeera
I would like to ask the PARENTS, if there are any present in this forum, to share their experience with Hurghadan Schools with me. As we all know, if our children don't have an Egyptian father, they don't qualify to get enrolled into the National ...
Hi 1alam3, I am special school trained and qualified to teach autistic children and those with physical disabilities but I am based at El Gouna International School. This is an area I was going to move into when I had set up the dyslexia and ... Read More
Parents: Your experience with schools in Hurghada??? by azeera
I would like to ask the PARENTS, if there are any present in this forum, to share their experience with Hurghadan Schools with me. As we all know, if our children don't have an Egyptian father, they don't qualify to get enrolled into the National ...
Hi, I run the Learning Support Department at El Gouna International School and we are developing this to an outreach centre for children with learning difficulties. I am a specialist English teacher. Please come and have a look at our school as it ... Read More
Any adults want to play social tennis?
I am a good club player and looking to establish some adult tennis players in Hurghada. I know I can play in hotels and also have lessons but I am looking to play socially, not have lessons and enjoy doubles play if possible. I am based in Fayrouz ... Read More
Parents: Your experience with schools in Hurghada??? by azeera
I would like to ask the PARENTS, if there are any present in this forum, to share their experience with Hurghadan Schools with me. As we all know, if our children don't have an Egyptian father, they don't qualify to get enrolled into the National ...
Hiya, I am really not sure about the costing's. Please email the head teacher directly to get the fees. I think it is cheaper than a private school in England anyway. The school has had a big change in staff and the majority of teachers in the ... Read More
Parents: Your experience with schools in Hurghada??? by azeera
I would like to ask the PARENTS, if there are any present in this forum, to share their experience with Hurghadan Schools with me. As we all know, if our children don't have an Egyptian father, they don't qualify to get enrolled into the National ...
Unfortunately all the schools in Egypt are expensive but the provision and the facilities at El Gouna are amazing and it is the one school which values children and will now provide for children with additional needs. Please contact the head ... Read More
Parents: Your experience with schools in Hurghada??? by azeera
I would like to ask the PARENTS, if there are any present in this forum, to share their experience with Hurghadan Schools with me. As we all know, if our children don't have an Egyptian father, they don't qualify to get enrolled into the National ...
Hi, I am an experienced and qualified English Teacher about to start at El Gouna International School. I am in charge of the Learning Support Department there and will be setting up a specialist Dyslexia Centre so please come and see me at the ... Read More
Getting Married in Egypt by alimirza
Hello Guys Im an Expat and got engaged with an Egyption girl, Now I'm planning to get married but things are not that easy as it seems, can anyone guide me about the procedure for Ministry of Justice ?
Egyptian men can take up to four wives although he must provide the same foe each and every one of them. It is usual for the man to take an Egyptian woman for his first wife. Personally speaking I would not get involved as he has or will have ... Read More
Getting Married in Egypt by alimirza
Hello Guys Im an Expat and got engaged with an Egyption girl, Now I'm planning to get married but things are not that easy as it seems, can anyone guide me about the procedure for Ministry of Justice ?
Well I am only quoting what women have experienced and they have told me. So don't say it is *** when it happens.I am only saying to be careful and to be honest having experienced what I have done the last six months am now very careful. My ... Read More
Professional Respectful Male Egyptian Friend Required...
I live partly in Hurghada and partly in the UK and would like to meet an interesting respectful Egyptian man to spend time with when I am in Hurghada. You must be a professional, have your own business and be able to travel around Egypt. I was ... Read More
Getting Married in Egypt by alimirza
Hello Guys Im an Expat and got engaged with an Egyption girl, Now I'm planning to get married but things are not that easy as it seems, can anyone guide me about the procedure for Ministry of Justice ?
Hi Lesley, I got married to my hubby in Cairo and really it is nothing like our weddings. Anyone can go in the room and it isn't a nice room. Men smoking, you just stand at the side as if you are stood in a queue in Tesco and he asks you if you ... Read More
Divorce by tui
I am an English woman, living in the UK. I want to divorce my egyptian husband who is still living in Egypt. Soon after we married, my visa ran out and I had to return to the UK and it has now been 12 months since I had any contact with my husband! ...
Hi, Your marriage isn't recognize in England if you married in Cairo. I wouldn't worry about it anyway...he can't find you and as long as you don't make contact with him, you can get on with your life without him. No doubt he might have moved on ... Read More
Considering buying Tiba Apartment in Al Ahyaa, Hurgada by skippysue7
Hi, I am considering buying a 1bdrm Tiba apartment, need to make a decision by Monday 27th Feb 2012 as it's on hold for me. Has anyone bought one of these Tiba Development properties, if so, any advice on living/Utilities costs, etc. How easy are ...
Yes the Tiba Developments are between El Gouna and Dahar. Put in Tiba Developments in the internet or contact RedSeaWay and you will access the site. Good luck. Read More
Considering buying Tiba Apartment in Al Ahyaa, Hurgada by skippysue7
Hi, I am considering buying a 1bdrm Tiba apartment, need to make a decision by Monday 27th Feb 2012 as it's on hold for me. Has anyone bought one of these Tiba Development properties, if so, any advice on living/Utilities costs, etc. How easy are ...
There are lots of people who have bought one of the Tiba apartments. We are all great friends and the apartments are fab. Don't worry about your purchase, you will be really happy. I am in Tiba Garden and every time I go I meet more and more ... Read More
Getting Married in Egypt by alimirza
Hello Guys Im an Expat and got engaged with an Egyption girl, Now I'm planning to get married but things are not that easy as it seems, can anyone guide me about the procedure for Ministry of Justice ?
When we got married it took about 4 days to get all the paperwork and get it stamped etc. You need notice from your own Embassy, plus the health certificate which you can pay to get, a family stamp from the post office, birth certificate, visa. Its ... Read More
Parents: Your experience with schools in Hurghada??? by azeera
I would like to ask the PARENTS, if there are any present in this forum, to share their experience with Hurghadan Schools with me. As we all know, if our children don't have an Egyptian father, they don't qualify to get enrolled into the National ...
Hi everybody, I am currently working in an English SpLD school in Cairo as the specialist teacher. Previous to me moving to Cairo I was the lead Advisory Teacher for children with additional needs in South Suffolk in England. I am a qualified and ... Read More
Considering buying Tiba Apartment in Al Ahyaa, Hurgada by skippysue7
Hi, I am considering buying a 1bdrm Tiba apartment, need to make a decision by Monday 27th Feb 2012 as it's on hold for me. Has anyone bought one of these Tiba Development properties, if so, any advice on living/Utilities costs, etc. How easy are ...
Sorry, meant to say hate being treated like a tourist not a local - want to be treated like a local. I am married to a lovely Egyptian man and we love being in the apartment. It is a safe place for everyone. Read More
Considering buying Tiba Apartment in Al Ahyaa, Hurgada by skippysue7
Hi, I am considering buying a 1bdrm Tiba apartment, need to make a decision by Monday 27th Feb 2012 as it's on hold for me. Has anyone bought one of these Tiba Development properties, if so, any advice on living/Utilities costs, etc. How easy are ...
I've just read the posts from other people. Shereton Street is okay but not for everyone. I hate all the hustle and bustle and as a keen kite surfer the Tiba Developments closer to El Gouna are a better bet for me. I think you have to think ... Read More
Considering buying Tiba Apartment in Al Ahyaa, Hurgada by skippysue7
Hi, I am considering buying a 1bdrm Tiba apartment, need to make a decision by Monday 27th Feb 2012 as it's on hold for me. Has anyone bought one of these Tiba Development properties, if so, any advice on living/Utilities costs, etc. How easy are ...
Hiya, You won't go wrong with these apartments. They are amazing. I have a one bedroom apartment in Tiba Garden and I love it. Fantastic value for money and just so sweet! Had my furniture built by a local carpenter and it is so lovely now. I ... Read More
Getting Married in Egypt by alimirza
Hello Guys Im an Expat and got engaged with an Egyption girl, Now I'm planning to get married but things are not that easy as it seems, can anyone guide me about the procedure for Ministry of Justice ?
Congratualations - I married my love at Christmas 2011 and I look forward to being with him full time from August 2012. I read some dreadful things on the internet about interfaith relationships/marriages and to be honest it can happen to you in ... Read More
Considering buying Tiba Apartment in Al Ahyaa, Hurgada by skippysue7
Hi, I am considering buying a 1bdrm Tiba apartment, need to make a decision by Monday 27th Feb 2012 as it's on hold for me. Has anyone bought one of these Tiba Development properties, if so, any advice on living/Utilities costs, etc. How easy are ...
PPS Flight to Hurghada do vary in cost from 拢65 to 拢400 but because you are retiring soon you can pick and choose and wait for the cheaper flights. Six months at the apartment sounds wonderful and you will love it and the life style. I went at ... Read More
Considering buying Tiba Apartment in Al Ahyaa, Hurgada by skippysue7
Hi, I am considering buying a 1bdrm Tiba apartment, need to make a decision by Monday 27th Feb 2012 as it's on hold for me. Has anyone bought one of these Tiba Development properties, if so, any advice on living/Utilities costs, etc. How easy are ...
PS Utilities around 拢20 per month for electric and 拢20 for water. This is based on what other people have told me. I think it may say in your contract that you can't sell on for five years. Apparently this is not the case however I would recommend ... Read More
Considering buying Tiba Apartment in Al Ahyaa, Hurgada by skippysue7
Hi, I am considering buying a 1bdrm Tiba apartment, need to make a decision by Monday 27th Feb 2012 as it's on hold for me. Has anyone bought one of these Tiba Development properties, if so, any advice on living/Utilities costs, etc. How easy are ...
Hiya, I don't know when you posted this but I have just joined so I can reply to you. I have also bought one of the Tiba apartments in Tiba Garden. I also bought it off plan and will finish paying for it very soon. It will be ready ahead of ... Read More