My .02... If you want to fly in the ME.. Don't go to Saudi. Dubai and Bahrain are both looking for pilots. The quality of life is still a little challenging at times, but nothing like Saudi. The Arab way of life is a shock to most westerners, but for some reason, it's livable in Bahrain or the UAE. I've heard good things about Lebenon and Morracco as well. If you're single.. Dubai is a GREAT time.