Sam Beckett
@uefastriker
Libyan expat in England
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Libyan
Lives in London
Registration: 19 May 2010
Is Corinthia Hotel in Tripoli nice? by amandaburton1983
Salam, I am planning InshaAllah on coming to tripoli next september. I am researching descent places to stay. I was wondering if anybody had an idea of how this corinthia hotel is? I'm looking to stay for 2 weeks. It will be me, the hubby and three ...
Haroon Hotel in Dahra is also very nice. http://tripoliharoonhotel.ly/home/index.php/rooms.html Read More
Can anyone talk to me about Libya by inaustralia
Hello I am an Australian and wondering if some people living in Libya would correspond with me and educate me about Libya, how it was and how it is? Please message me if you could spare some time and I will provide my email address. Thanks :)
Good discussion. Healthcare was free, but I would never take the neighbourhood stray to the local hospitals here. Electricity not free. The only reason some people would not have been billed, is the pathetic administration in the public sector. We ... Read More
How's life in Libya now? by Ayshah
Hi all! I am writing an article to an European magazine about Libya after war. I would be really happy if someone could write me shortly in English how's life in Libya now after Gaddafi's gone. What is better or what is worse and what you hope for ...
Life in Libya is Like when you put your finger between your xxx then you smell it ,,,,, Libya overLibya is over for the Gaddafi mafia and those that benefitted from it. Sour grapes? Read More
Pre Vs Post Revolution Libya by Kepler
I am wondering what you guys think of Libya right now compared to what it was before the revolution?
Nothing Change Yet and Something come worst especially the safety People here saying we change the Flag and National Anthem only Libya Are the same and will still bye ....Someone who clearly doesn't know what he's talking about. Nothing changed? ... Read More
Pre Vs Post Revolution Libya by Kepler
I am wondering what you guys think of Libya right now compared to what it was before the revolution?
Nothing Change Yet and Something come worst especially the safety People here saying we change the Flag and National Anthem only Libya Are the same and will still bye ....Someone who clearly doesn't know what he's talking about. Nothing changed? ... Read More
Human Rights by MoEl
Soo.... who wants to wager that violations of human rights committed in Libya in the past/next four months have been/will be worse than any of those that occurred in the previous forty years?
When you can give me 42 yrs worth of youtube clips like this, maybe you'll have something of worth to compare. Read More
Human Rights by MoEl
Soo.... who wants to wager that violations of human rights committed in Libya in the past/next four months have been/will be worse than any of those that occurred in the previous forty years?
Soo.... who wants to wager that violations of human rights committed in Libya in the past/next four months have been/will be worse than any of those that occurred in the previous forty years?How absolutely sickeningly ridiculous. This comment is a ... Read More
The Process of Rebuilding begins by uefastriker
Aside from getting the security situation under control in the immediate term....ensuring all utilities are functioning.and other challenges...and catching Gaddafi and his sons....I'm looking forward to the many changes we can look forward to in a ...
propects look good.....in a time of austerity measures...Libya has zero debt...and estimated 300-500 billion cash and gold reserves across the world...plus a plethora of business interest in various blue chip companies..... Read More
The Process of Rebuilding begins
Aside from getting the security situation under control in the immediate term....ensuring all utilities are functioning.and other challenges...and catching Gaddafi and his sons....I'm looking forward to the many changes we can look forward to in a ... Read More
Oil for gold? by jago25_98
First of all, I'm sorry to intrude and I did look for an offtopic forum, so I posted under new members but... it's hard for people outside of Libya to tell what is going on. So I thought I'd ask directly. For example, I was looking to see if the ...
MoEL good to know that you still alive and didnt get hurt fightting for SAIF Gaddafi. [moderated]Hahahahahahaha Read More
Libyan Qatari Bank by Otman
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As far as I understand, there are no foreign banks operating in Libya. Only representative offices. Read More
Libyan Qatari Bank by Otman
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Veechansa, As I understand it, and maybe someone can corroborate this, but I believe that if you want to transfer any funds out of Libya by Swift, the limit is 10,000 USD per year (for private accounts) and 1 million for business accounts. Sucks I ... Read More
Libyan Qatari Bank by Otman
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I'm always a little dubious when companies don't have websites, if thats any help.Like the NOC's where everybody works through a Yahoo or Hotmail account :lol:You know it. ;) Read More
Libyan Qatari Bank by Otman
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I'm always a little dubious when companies don't have websites, if thats any help. Read More
What Movies to watch for holidays ? by danicoolpak17
Hello Guys , Need a advise what movies to watch on holidays and my vacations. I watched [b]Unstoppable[/b] and T[b]he Tourist[/b] . Wasn't that good to be honest.
Four Lions - One of the must see pictures of 2010. "Rubber dinghy rapids brother!" Read More
Fitness equipment
Can anyone suggest a good place that sells decent free weights...barbells, dumbells that are not extortionately priced? I've checked out the odd sports shop here and there but overpriced plastic crap. I have also been to Agar (life fitness) but the ... Read More
Live animal market by tavitza58
It's the first time I write here (shy ? maybe, prefer to lurk instead of speak standing on the wooden box, but today was too much, even for me). I don't know very well Tripoli but somehow, looking for some sweatshirts and a jacket for cold weather, ...
OK. This has to be a wind-up. Read More
Live animal market by tavitza58
It's the first time I write here (shy ? maybe, prefer to lurk instead of speak standing on the wooden box, but today was too much, even for me). I don't know very well Tripoli but somehow, looking for some sweatshirts and a jacket for cold weather, ...
Oh, come on Clans, try whistle some tunes for loonies, don't be grumpy, you lost nothin', you know, usual ... Can you believe this ? Still analyze myself what to think about... :rolleyes:Hey Clans... If you'll be whistling some tunes...I wonder...do ... Read More
Live animal market by tavitza58
It's the first time I write here (shy ? maybe, prefer to lurk instead of speak standing on the wooden box, but today was too much, even for me). I don't know very well Tripoli but somehow, looking for some sweatshirts and a jacket for cold weather, ...
This is some funny sh*t. Read More
Live animal market by tavitza58
It's the first time I write here (shy ? maybe, prefer to lurk instead of speak standing on the wooden box, but today was too much, even for me). I don't know very well Tripoli but somehow, looking for some sweatshirts and a jacket for cold weather, ...
You know, SarahMK, you're probably right, and I'm probably wrong, better stay on margins, give advice to the players, criticize the arbiters and the teaboy, and give instructions to all of them, before cleaning our own backyard and thinking nobody ... Read More
Playing football in Tripoli by Reilly
Hi, I am here 3weeks now and finally starting to take to the heat.. I am looking for some help and if anybody could help me out it would be great. I am looking to see if any expats playing football around Tripoli on a regular basis and in need of a ...
I'd definitely like to join the group....but work commitments and business travel mean im unable to, till about November. Will ping this posting again then. Read More
General Advice for a female moving to Benghazi by LittleSpoon
I'm a 27 year old, potentially moving to Libya to be with my partner who has worked in Benghazi since the beginning of 2009. The plan is move either in January or April but we're still waiting to hear from his employers. January seems so soon and I ...
^^^^ Mods, A) He's not an expat B) He is unable to offer useful input due to his inadequate communication skills. C)I don't think I would be alone if I say that I don't feel comfortable expressing my views or sharing my experience when the likes ... 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 ...
Kia Showroom in Gergaresh is worth a visit or visit their website.... kia.ly/index.php?option=com_content&view=frontpage&Itemid=1&lang=en Read More
Playing football in Tripoli by Reilly
Hi, I am here 3weeks now and finally starting to take to the heat.. I am looking for some help and if anybody could help me out it would be great. I am looking to see if any expats playing football around Tripoli on a regular basis and in need of a ...
uefa striker, with that nick, u r too good for us:)Hey its been like two years since I had a proper kickabout. My shooting skills are in dire need of recalibration. Read More
Playing football in Tripoli by Reilly
Hi, I am here 3weeks now and finally starting to take to the heat.. I am looking for some help and if anybody could help me out it would be great. I am looking to see if any expats playing football around Tripoli on a regular basis and in need of a ...
Aye...I'd be up for it too. Read More
Nice, cheap & Secure beaches by Rain bow_01
DO any one can help where can a family could engoy a summer day on beach?
next time it will be definitiveThumbs up to the moderator. Read More
Coming to Libya soon, insha'allah. by SeymourSunshine
Hiyya ya'all, I've just been recruited to come to Libya to work as an EFL instructor. Previously I've been in Tunisia and Saudi Arabia and speak pretty good Arabic. I guess the language in Libya will be slightly different, so I'll have to learn ...
Which Sultan did you go to? I go to the one in Gurgi, and no complaints. Certainly comparable to the gyms back in the UK. Remember - Learn to make do with what there is. You wont survive here for long otherwise. Read More
Coming to Libya soon, insha'allah. by SeymourSunshine
Hiyya ya'all, I've just been recruited to come to Libya to work as an EFL instructor. Previously I've been in Tunisia and Saudi Arabia and speak pretty good Arabic. I guess the language in Libya will be slightly different, so I'll have to learn ...
There are no decent gyms and no public libraries.Where are you looking? There are plenty of decent gyms around. Sultans is probably one of the more popular, but there are many to choose from. Read More
World Cup Help Please by Wildcats
Lack of real foresight on the part of my partner means that we are not 'World Cup Enabled'(we have no special card or set top box to watch the footie). We need urgent advice - can we watch on StarSat Hotbird? We have RAI Uno, various other RAIs, ...
having a very bad aljazeera world cup experience so far. Missed the first half of the opening game. Now the first half of the Argentina game. Apparently due to hackers. hmmmmm... Read More
World Cup Help Please by Wildcats
Lack of real foresight on the part of my partner means that we are not 'World Cup Enabled'(we have no special card or set top box to watch the footie). We need urgent advice - can we watch on StarSat Hotbird? We have RAI Uno, various other RAIs, ...
Anytime. I tell you..its worth the money just hearing Trevor Francis wax lyrical every night in the preview shows. Read More
World Cup Help Please by Wildcats
Lack of real foresight on the part of my partner means that we are not 'World Cup Enabled'(we have no special card or set top box to watch the footie). We need urgent advice - can we watch on StarSat Hotbird? We have RAI Uno, various other RAIs, ...
Yes, all games live. The games you mention are being shown on: Sat 12/06/2010 | Argentina - Nigeria | AJWC, AJ+9, AJ3D, AJHD Sat 12/06/2010 | England - USA | AJWC, AJ+9, AJHD aljazeerasport.net/custom/worldcup2010/english/default.html Read More
World Cup Help Please by Wildcats
Lack of real foresight on the part of my partner means that we are not 'World Cup Enabled'(we have no special card or set top box to watch the footie). We need urgent advice - can we watch on StarSat Hotbird? We have RAI Uno, various other RAIs, ...
Set yourself up with a new set top receiver and the Aljazeera sports world cup package. Will only set you back about 230 LYD, and subscription lasts 6 months. Read More