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Smart Moves for Smart Teachers and Families

by Belinda Breeze

People often cite moving house as one of life’s most stressful events and this transition can be challenging. Balancing the demands of lesson planning, grading, and managing a classroom for teachers and daily family life and commitments for parents, while coordinating a move can feel overwhelming.

Fortunately, a growing number of companies are stepping in to ease this burden by offering specialised moving services tailored to educators and parents. These companies understand the unique constraints and schedules of teachers and families, providing a range of solutions designed to streamline the moving process.

In this feature, we explore the innovative approaches these companies take to assist teachers in relocating smoothly and efficiently. From comprehensive packing and unpacking services to logistical support, these movers go beyond traditional offerings to cater specifically to the needs of educators and families. We highlight the operational strategies and customer-centric policies that set these companies apart in the competitive moving industry. By focusing on the intricate details that matter most, such as summer scheduling and the careful handling of their valued possessions, these businesses are redefining what it means to move house. Join us as we uncover how these dedicated moving companies are making a meaningful impact, ensuring that everyone can transition to their new homes with ease and peace of mind, ready to inspire and educate in a new academic year.

Exclusive Discounts for Educators and Families! Founded over 60 years ago, GAC has been a cornerstone in the relocation industry, renowned for its exceptional service and dedication to customer satisfaction. With dedicated offices strategically located in the UAE (Dubai and Abu Dhabi), Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and Jordan, the company provides comprehensive solutions tailored to our customers’ unique needs, whether they are moving locally, regionally, or globally.


GAC’s brand promise—Peace of Mind in Every Move— puts the customer at the heart of its operations

GAC’s long-standing presence and comprehensive range of services make it a trusted partner for both families and businesses in the Middle East and beyond, managing all aspects of the moving process, including packing, export preparation, forwarding, and secure storage.

As a registered member of the world’s leading international moving associations, GAC adheres to service levels that are rigorously measured and audited to ensure it meets the highest industry standards.

Exceptional Moving Deals Await – The company’s experienced and highly trained team meticulously plans every move, starting with a free survey and customised recommendations for shipment methods and insurance options for relocation. And for teachers and parents, the story gets even better!

In recognition of the financial challenges faced by educators and families in today’s economic environment, GAC is offering a special promotion on its groupage services (shared container services) with a 15% discount for not only teachers and parents but anyone connected with schools in the UAE. And if all that was not enough, GAC provides one month of free storage for all groupage moves!

GAC also provides full packing and unpacking services, furniture assembly, handyman services, freight services (sea, air, or land), customs clearance support, insurance for goods, and more.

GAC’s brand promise—Peace of Mind in Every Move—puts the customer at the heart of its operations. Beyond meeting industry quality standards, the company prides itself on its efficient logistics management, precise documentation handling, and robust customer support. The company’s strict compliance and accountability enable it to handle every aspect of the move professionally and transparently. GAC ensures no move is concluded until it has completed the entire door-to-door process and left the customer satisfied with a smile on their face.

A+ Moving Solutions for Teachers

Celebrating its 35th anniversary in 2024, Delight International Movers is your trusted partner in hassle-free relocations. With a team of experienced professionals, the company ensures a seamless transition to your new home. From packing to unpacking, Delight handles every detail with care and efficiency.

Delight can be a one-stop service provider, not just for the moving services, but also for the settling-in needs of the assignees. It provides a complete relocation package, including city orientation, home search, school search assistance, cultural training, and complete settling-in services, no matter where you’re moving to.

Delight also has relocation contracts with major schools and universities across the UAE, where it provides end-to-end services for faculty and staff for global relocation, storage, and inter-UAE moves. For teachers, Delight offers a 4% discount for international moves, 5% for domestic moves, and 7% for storage services (long-term). All a teacher needs to provide a copy of the ID card along with the special code DEL-EDU-UAE.

In the summer months only, Delight offers a 5% discount on short-term storage requirements and is happy to provide two weeks of complimentary transit storage on all international shipments, once again using the above code.

Your New Chapter, Our Expert Care

Amidst the constantly evolving landscape of relocation, EasyTruck sets itself apart by paying meticulous attention to every detail. From custom-designed packaging solutions for delicate heirlooms to climate-controlled storage options, every facet of the company’s service reflects a dedication to preserving and protecting valuable possessions.

As one very satisfied customer on Trustpilot said: “I have used Easytruck for removals over the last 10 years and have found them to be extremely professional and great value for money. As I have spent a lot of time out of the country over the past few years, I’ve also used their Easy Storage Pods to great effect. I would highly recommend EasyTruck to anyone looking for professional moving and storage services in Dubai. They really are the best at what they do.”

EasyTruck shows its commitment to educators by providing exclusive deals tailored for teachers, with flexible scheduling, affordable rates, and exceptional customer service.

Moving has NEVER been this easy. Book online now and get FREE handyman services and FREE packing materials. EasyTruck redefines the art of moving, crafting every detail to perfection and ensuring your journey is as comfortable as your destination.