marvfin
Filipino expat in Libya
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About me
Filipino
Lives in Tripoli
Registration: 09 May 2010
Aman Bank by veechansa
I would like to tranfer money back to my home country (Thailand). I know about the services of Western Union and Moneygram, but I think they are a bit expensive, have a limit of 1000 USD per time, and 5000 USD per year, which is very inconvenient ...
Hi Vee, Bank of Valletta (BOV) is your best option. Branch is located in Burj Al Fateh ground floor. PM or send me an sms as I will open an account too and let's meet at Burj Al Fateh. Prepare for a valid I.D Ciao Read More
Poker / Video Games Night
We are organizing a poker/video games night. Video games would be either PS3 or Xbox 360 games (e.g FIFA, PES, NBA (NBA Live, NBA2k10), Racing, COD etc..) Idea is 2x a month. Dates, time and venue to be announced (TBA). If interested, then sign ... Read More
What type of car to purchase for driving around in Tripoli, Libya? by Astonished
I am looking for a new car to purchase in Tripoli, and maybe someone can help me here to recommend the right one. As I've seen alot of cars on the road mainly from the Toyota, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Hyundai, and KIA brands. I am not really a german car ...
@mp_garcia: hahaha. tank/panzer is basically the best option. no questions asked. however, for the benefit of Astonished, try going to carlibya.com might suit you. Read More
Country codes for the blue foreigner car registration plates by KevShepherd
Hi all, Did anyone ever put together a complete list of what the various numeric country codes on the Blue Libyan number plates mean? So far we've got : 11 - Egypt 12 - Germany 13 - Tunisia 14 - Lebanon 15 - Italy 16 - France 17 - Turkey 20 - ...
@Horizantal Harry: Complete List. Satisfies one's curiosity @Sandman: Hahaha. I don't think this will ever happen not in a decade or so. Read More
Satellite Television Schedule by mwebster22
I'm relatively new here, have the OSN Premier Plus Package (I have more channels than are listed) and am looking to find what is on and when. Is there any way to get a schedule for all, or most, of the channels?
@mwebster22 how much did you pay for your OSN Premier package and until when is its validity? Read More
any english teaching institute that accept wiretranfer by freakyfingers
Hello all, Any of you got info regarding english teaching institutes that offers long-term courses and accepts international wiretransfers as method of payment? I already contacted British Council and they only accept local checks or cash. Any idea? ...
as the saying goes: NO CREDITS PLEASE! Read More
xbox 360 LIVE AND GAMES
Hi Mohibean, There are a lot of pirated/not legit Xbox games here and will work if your console is modded hence if not, you'll find a hard time looking for legit Xbox 360 games here in Libya as they are scarce! Same goes for Microsoft Points and ... Read More
Welcome Group for Expat Women by Sea Angel
[large][large][/large][/large] Hello Everyone, I have been Tripoli for about 3 weeks. I am an American. I was wondering if there was a Welcome group for expat women that maybe meets one time a month? If not, I was wondering if anyone would be ...
@Sea Angel, Hey Sea Angel, would be nice if you plan to make the meetings co-ed. Or even organize a group wherein we can elect officers who will organize such for events, parties, activities/clubs (sports, travel etc..) which can be held every ... Read More
Cheapest way to run an Iphone in Libya (or at least use push e-mail) by KevShepherd
Hi all, After 3 months of ploughing money into Almadar for their GPRS service I've got to the point where I need to find a better solution. The LYD11 per 45 hours was ok at first. Did the usual things like disabling push e-mail etc. etc. but for ...
@ Wngnut13: Blackberry phones will work with either Libyana or Almadar however services will be limited to basic call and sms functions. You will not be able to get BIS/BES services as these 2 are network dependent and at the moment, both telcos ... Read More
Lost in Cyber space by pesplin
OK for the moment those of you can have a laugh for the moment. But how do I chat on line and how do know my FN name. I have respect for some of the wit I read and a laugh but I need simple answer. So keep your wit in your pants and give this ...
@ bluejay For all that it is worth, try Libyana or Wimax. Almadar is just suited for instant messaging but not for video call as speed is similar to dial-up. Read More
Lost in Cyber space by pesplin
OK for the moment those of you can have a laugh for the moment. But how do I chat on line and how do know my FN name. I have respect for some of the wit I read and a laugh but I need simple answer. So keep your wit in your pants and give this ...
Hi Pesplin, Depends on what account/instant messaging you have. Most used instant messaging applications are skype and yahoo messenger in which both are downloadable via internet. I have both. Skype is for office use and Yahoo Messenger(YM) is ... Read More
Things you miss from your homeland by Clansman
I will start with TV that is watch able and decent internet speeds.
Let me start with: a) Theater house/Cinemas b) Starbucks c) Mcdonald's d) Poker nights with friends Last but not the least - friends left behind. Read More
Car buying in Libya by Wildcats
I am trying to find out how to buy a car here in Libya, but have had no success thus far. I just want a small vehicle to run the children to school and back, doesn't matter if it has dents or not, nor be really reliable, just mostly work. Now, ...
Hi Wildcats, Hope this helps - carlibya.com/home/ Read More
Looking For Xbox 360 Original Games by marvfin
Hi to all, I'm looking for original xbox 360 games. Can someone advise of where to buy them? Appreciate the help. Thanks,
Sounds cool. Alright, then enjoy the rest of your day. Read More
Looking For Xbox 360 Original Games by marvfin
Hi to all, I'm looking for original xbox 360 games. Can someone advise of where to buy them? Appreciate the help. Thanks,
Are you kidding me? Pokerstars? Tha's a tv program right? Are you playing online or just playing poker with friends? Read More
Looking For Xbox 360 Original Games by marvfin
Hi to all, I'm looking for original xbox 360 games. Can someone advise of where to buy them? Appreciate the help. Thanks,
No worries LeBravo. Sorry for the intrusion but do you play poker? I miss poker nights way back. Read More
Looking For Xbox 360 Original Games by marvfin
Hi to all, I'm looking for original xbox 360 games. Can someone advise of where to buy them? Appreciate the help. Thanks,
@ LeBravo Typically new released games for PS3 costs 100 - 120LD. Not so old ones ranges from 55-75 LD. For your benefit here are the shops on where to buy PS3 games: 1) September Street 2) Souk Mahari along Dahara 3) Souk Thalath 4) Ciarra ... Read More
Looking For Xbox 360 Original Games by marvfin
Hi to all, I'm looking for original xbox 360 games. Can someone advise of where to buy them? Appreciate the help. Thanks,
I own PS3 Slim before Ive switched back to Xbox 360. For some reason my PS3 Slim broke after 3months. Comparing the 2 though, Xbox 360's online play is superb although downside is that it ain't free compared to PS3. FYI, If you're looking for ... Read More
Looking For Xbox 360 Original Games by marvfin
Hi to all, I'm looking for original xbox 360 games. Can someone advise of where to buy them? Appreciate the help. Thanks,
Hi Marksoli, By bootleg what do you mean? If you're referring to PS2 copied games and you have a PS2 console that of which is not modified, then the games will not work. On the otherhand, I myself is having a hard time looking for legit Xbox 360 ... Read More
Looking For Xbox 360 Original Games by marvfin
Hi to all, I'm looking for original xbox 360 games. Can someone advise of where to buy them? Appreciate the help. Thanks,
Hi to all: Here are some of my xbox 360 games all original for trade: 1) Banjoe Kazooie Nuts and Bolts 2) Lego Indiana Jones / Kung Fu Panda Bundle 3) Mass Effect 1 4) Project Gotham Racing 3 5) The Outfit 6) Lego Batman/Pure Bundle Post your ... Read More
Apple iPAD Tablet by Mommy25
I'm Planning to get an iPad but I'm not sure if it will work here in Libya!
True, hahaha but Im curious about it's features when itouch or the iphone can perform similar function. Read More
Apple iPAD Tablet by Mommy25
I'm Planning to get an iPad but I'm not sure if it will work here in Libya!
Hi Mommy25, How is the IPAD different from Itouch or Iphone? Read More
Looking For Xbox 360 Original Games
Hi to all, I'm looking for original xbox 360 games. Can someone advise of where to buy them? Appreciate the help. Thanks, Read More