 The best country in the Middle East for teaching English abroad, Saudi Arabia, the land of hot sands. A lot of teachers coming to the Middle East head straight to Saudi Arabia, why? Airfare, housing, and health insurance are usually covered by the employer and teachers earn a tax-free salary. This allows you to save a substantial amount of your salary every month, and makes Saudi Arabia one of the best locations for teachers who are looking to save a lot of money. However be prepared for a very conservative lifestyle in Saudi Arabia with strict laws on religion and freedom of expression.