It is obvious she has very little experience with men in these parts and seems she will find it all out on her own.

ljones, I am North American married to a Syrian and I will tell you one thing... arab men in general like a bit of a chase when it comes to women, and you jetting half way cross the planet "just to meet" is hardly a slow crawl, forget a chase. Anyman who will just sit back and let you do this without making an effort doesnt respect you.

I will also assume 100% you are going to foot the bill for the whole trip. Dont be surprised if he offered and once you get here he has some "family crisis" and cant pay but will pay you later. Any man thats serious about you, and I understand he wants you here as a visa for him is difficult but he should be paying. Also dont be surprised if a month or so before you are supposed to leave it all goes to pot as he realizes you are really going to come.

Why dont you meet him in Syria? If he has decent intentions then he will have no issue with it and it will show a little effort on his part.
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