les64
American expat in Cambodia
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American
Lives in sihanoukville
Registration: 15 June 2014
1 hr in Quito attempted pickpocket,
My wife and I just arrived 1 hr, we were riding the Trolley bus, 2 pm. We were standing. It was not jammed full but no seats. A man and woman got on but pretended not to be together. Woman, overweight 40's, got on cell phone and slowly worked ... Read More
Foreign Marriages in Cambodia by GuestPoster416
I visited Phnom Penh for the first time in November 2013 to do some research on the legality of the Government's decision in March 2011 to ban foreign men over 50 from marrying Cambodian women. I was there for a week and couldn't speak ...
That's not going to work as he does not speak Khmer. Just be thankful you never "married" into this family but unfortunately most are the same and will try and get every penny from you after you are together. Read More
Foreign Marriages in Cambodia by GuestPoster416
I visited Phnom Penh for the first time in November 2013 to do some research on the legality of the Government's decision in March 2011 to ban foreign men over 50 from marrying Cambodian women. I was there for a week and couldn't speak ...
Well I am lost. The document maybe genuine but that does not make it legal, reference Mr Crawford's comments above. I have been in a committed relationship for 11 years now, but cannot get married. I fail to understand how you could have got ... Read More
Building outside of Loja by aerialone
I am considering buying a larger parcel of land 15 min. south of Loja to build a place for my family to live. I appreciate any advice or precautions and wonder if anyone can recommend a trustworthy adviser that I might consult before making any ...
Please take the advice of cccmedia I am a retired engineer who has helped out many many people such as yourself who got into trouble because the builder was either : 1, Under qualified or exaggerated qualifications. 2, Losing money because his ... Read More
She Made Almost Every Mistake in the Book & Still Built Her Spa Resort by cccmedia
Back in the 90's, Phyllis Cooper of the U.S.A. trusted her instincts and started buying cornfields and forested land near Cotacachi on her visits to Ecuador. It wasn't corn that Phyllis wanted to grow on the 12 acres she put together. She ...
I have lived in Cambodia for many years. I sounds like an exaggeration but several $ million have been swindled in just the same way from foreigners in just my town alone in the past 10 years. There the judicial system is also corrupt so you have ... Read More
kmer language by Thierryurigapp
hi whats the best and most practical way to learn kmer?
I speak it. Took 3 months to be able to be understand basic stuff. Took me about 2 years to have confidence and really understand everything when people spoke quickly. Carry a small book and write phonetically all words you hear in your basic ... Read More
how to get money quick , besides atm method ... easy way by Wimbleton
If you need cash quickly you proceed to Canadia bank on second floor with a credit card ( visa and MasterCard ) ... Not American Express ..... U need a passport , and telephone # Anything 2000. Us and no paperwork detail ... after 2000 and up ...
This exact same thing happened to me. Conclusion was that a crooked employee was involved. In my case the money was deducted from my account. But my bank back home told me NEVER NEVER USE AN ATM THAY IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE BANK. Apparently world ... Read More
Next time it could be you! by PaulaMike
I am warning people about the dangers of bag snatching around the Russian Market area. On Friday evening around 8pm whilst walking with my husband, 2 guys on a moto attempted to snatch my bag. The guy on the back grabbed it but it stayed around my ...
All good advice. I have lived in Sihanoukville 11 years now. Used be a much nicer city, now with the tourists popularity have come the villans. Recently my wife and I witnessed a bag snatch (lady) only 10 yards in front of us. We later found out it ... Read More
Any Cambodians living in Ecuador?
We are new in Equador, my wife is Cambodian but does not read or speak either English or Spanish. If there are any Cambodians living in Equador she would love to meet you and converse about life in Equador. Please email me. Thanks. Read More
Anyone know a good orthopedist by les64
Shortly before we started travelling approx 6 months ago my wife was involved in an vehicle accident and apart from bruises we thought she was ok. During the past months however she has been suffering increasing pain in one thigh and a lower back ...
Thanks AMDG. For clarity: After my wife had her accident she complained about pain in her hip and also a pair of vertebrae about 8" above her waistline. We assume it was bruising and assumed time would heal. Since then (approx 6 months ago) ... Read More
Rentals wanted in different locations by les64
My wife and I arrive in Guayaquil on 6th Dec and staying in Equador for 3 months in anticipation of retiring there. We are hoping to find an apartment, casita, homestay or similar at monthly rate. We plan to stay in Guayaquil for the month of ...
Hi Crestwood, I think it very likely that we will be coming to Canoa area. We are going to take the advice of previous posts and visit Guayaquil but not stay long then head along the coast. We anticipate being in the area mid December (probably ... Read More
Anyone know a good orthopedist by les64
Shortly before we started travelling approx 6 months ago my wife was involved in an vehicle accident and apart from bruises we thought she was ok. During the past months however she has been suffering increasing pain in one thigh and a lower back ...
Birdmama, thank you so much for your advice. I had to look on the internet for what a neurosurgeon does and I think you are probably correct. I will pursue finding one. If any readers know of one in Ecuador please let me know. Thanks Read More
Safety in Quito by blumenwe
My husband and I will be spending 2 months in Quito, and exploring Ecuador. I understand safety can be an issue. I am looking for tips on what to watch out for, what areas to stay away from, scams to be aware of. I do know about a few of the ...
FYI. This experience happened to be Panama about 1 month ago, probably could happen in Equador too. I want everyone to be aware. I went an ATM machind, did usual stuff and asked for $500, the machine gave me nothing. I thought had asked for too ... Read More
Anyone know a good orthopedist by les64
Shortly before we started travelling approx 6 months ago my wife was involved in an vehicle accident and apart from bruises we thought she was ok. During the past months however she has been suffering increasing pain in one thigh and a lower back ...
Yes the doc would have to speak English. Thanks Read More
Anyone know a good orthopedist by les64
Shortly before we started travelling approx 6 months ago my wife was involved in an vehicle accident and apart from bruises we thought she was ok. During the past months however she has been suffering increasing pain in one thigh and a lower back ...
AMDG, thank you for your reply. Referring to my original post, do you have a good orthopedist in Guayaquil? Is would make the most sense for my wife to go there after we arrive, if only for an initial screening. Read More
Anyone know a good orthopedist by les64
Shortly before we started travelling approx 6 months ago my wife was involved in an vehicle accident and apart from bruises we thought she was ok. During the past months however she has been suffering increasing pain in one thigh and a lower back ...
Thank you for your input cccmedia. Our original plan was to fly into Ecuador arriving in Quito but we changed it to Guayaquil based upon reading previous posts saying the Quito airport was distant from the city and that Quito was unsafe. Now we ... Read More
Anyone know a good orthopedist
Shortly before we started travelling approx 6 months ago my wife was involved in an vehicle accident and apart from bruises we thought she was ok. During the past months however she has been suffering increasing pain in one thigh and a lower back ... Read More
Expat Mentors by jessekimmerling
Those of us that have been through it, or are going through it now know how hard it is to figure things out when you are new to Ecuador. It seems to me that one of the most helpful things would be to have someone to take a few hours now and then to ...
My wife and I would very much welcome an hour of someone's time as a mentor. We arrive in Guayaquil on Dec 10th. Currently we are travelling in Panama, out very first bad experience was our first night arriving at 9pm to a hotel in an unsafe ... Read More
Rentals wanted in different locations by les64
My wife and I arrive in Guayaquil on 6th Dec and staying in Equador for 3 months in anticipation of retiring there. We are hoping to find an apartment, casita, homestay or similar at monthly rate. We plan to stay in Guayaquil for the month of ...
Hi AMDG, Thank you for very much for you input. We will look at the maps and take you your advice. Any additional input from other readers would be very welcome. Regards Read More
Rentals wanted in different locations by les64
My wife and I arrive in Guayaquil on 6th Dec and staying in Equador for 3 months in anticipation of retiring there. We are hoping to find an apartment, casita, homestay or similar at monthly rate. We plan to stay in Guayaquil for the month of ...
Hello, Yes we want to be out of Cambodia, used to be a OK place but now its gone down hill fast and getting worse. Crime, pollution, in your face corruption from city police, all government agencies, border police, constant rip-offs. Could go on ... Read More
Rentals wanted in different locations
My wife and I arrive in Guayaquil on 6th Dec and staying in Equador for 3 months in anticipation of retiring there. We are hoping to find an apartment, casita, homestay or similar at monthly rate. We plan to stay in Guayaquil for the month of ... Read More
visa on arrival question by les64
Can I buy a 3month visa on arrival? Do I need a return or onward travel ticket?, I am not sure where my onward preference would be and may wish to extend an additional 3 months. Thanks for advice.
I probably left the wrong impression, my partner is no a girl, she will be 50 in a month. My original post asked about the onward travel ticket required on arrival? The gov website says its mandatory, is this the case? Read More
visa on arrival question by les64
Can I buy a 3month visa on arrival? Do I need a return or onward travel ticket?, I am not sure where my onward preference would be and may wish to extend an additional 3 months. Thanks for advice.
Thank you for your reply I have read the posts but have many outstanding questions 1, The travel visa appears to be 1 month only renewable 1 time. Do I have to leave and come back to stay longer?? 2, The retirement visa visa has financial ... Read More
Land for sale near Sihanouk ville
2 things..... Firstly, foreigners cannot own land Secondly, there are a huge number of scammers here just eager to rip you off, BE VERY VERY CAREFUL. Read More
visa on arrival question
Can I buy a 3month visa on arrival? Do I need a return or onward travel ticket?, I am not sure where my onward preference would be and may wish to extend an additional 3 months. Thanks for advice. Read More
PLEASE DONT BELIEVE ALL YOU READ IN THESE POSTS.
There a lot of well intentioned people contributing to these forums but the information varies from outright nonsense to having some element of truth. Some of the participants sound like newly weds on honeymoon who don't yet understand what ... Read More
Moving family
You have no replies until now probably because we don't know what to tell you. Start by reading all the posts about sihanoukville, don't wish to be too negative but there is nothing here. Local schools are honestly terrible, impossible for ... Read More
Crime in Sihanoukville by les64
I have been here 11 years. Historically I have been aware that the predominant crime occurred in neighborhoods to the right of the road going from the Vietnam Embassy to Victory Hill (I will describe as many do not know local names). I lived there ...
Sorry to report another burglery or a least attempted. Exact same berang community I reported above. Was evening, wife had gone out, burgler cut off the lock on the sliding front gate and was attempting to steal the motor cycle. Husband heard noise ... Read More
Crime in Sihanoukville by les64
I have been here 11 years. Historically I have been aware that the predominant crime occurred in neighborhoods to the right of the road going from the Vietnam Embassy to Victory Hill (I will describe as many do not know local names). I lived there ...
Please every one read this link below. Found this one the web. Factual account of life here and why to be aware. http://www.adventurouskate.com/cambodia-has-changed-and-not-for-the-better/ Bag snatches are common so is bag theft on the beach but ... Read More
Any body been given a woman? I have one now! Would welcome thoughts by madmax888
Before any of you go nuts on me, let me explain. She is not my slave, she has complete freedom to come and go any time she likes. She knows she can go wherever, and whenever she likes. Let me explain her history, and how this came to be. Last ...
Malaysia has great program " Malaysia My Second Home". It very easy to apply and a government official will help you every step, great program, can look on line about details. We applied and were given residency visa but never actually ... Read More
Crime in Sihanoukville by les64
I have been here 11 years. Historically I have been aware that the predominant crime occurred in neighborhoods to the right of the road going from the Vietnam Embassy to Victory Hill (I will describe as many do not know local names). I lived there ...
Its definitely worse now than anytime I can remember. Gone for ever the sleepy town most enjoyed. Pity the Consulate can't pressure the government to take the crime seriously here. Think you correct about scum from P.P. They can rob one tourist ... Read More
City or area in Cambodia with least theft crime? by alpal
Hello, I am a Canadian that is living in California. I am going to visit Cambodia in 3 weeks to try to see if I think it is worth living in. I need help figuring out which areas to test out living in. The number 1 most important thing I look for ...
Alpal my first impression is that you can't really be serious. Everything you describe is the paradise that all us foreigners have been looking for in Cambodia and never found. This a third world country, crime is everywhere. While you will not ... Read More
Crime in Sihanoukville
I have been here 11 years. Historically I have been aware that the predominant crime occurred in neighborhoods to the right of the road going from the Vietnam Embassy to Victory Hill (I will describe as many do not know local names). I lived there ... Read More
Any body been given a woman? I have one now! Would welcome thoughts by madmax888
Before any of you go nuts on me, let me explain. She is not my slave, she has complete freedom to come and go any time she likes. She knows she can go wherever, and whenever she likes. Let me explain her history, and how this came to be. Last ...
Entered this post very late, enjoyed reading. Some quick comments. I met my wife 11 years ago, somewhat similar circumstances, so many similarities. One big difference is we decided that me being proficient in Khmer was more important than her ... Read More
License-plate for motorbike by Jaap N.
I'm considering buying a new motorbike and I asked the saleslady how to obtain a licenseplate for this new bike, but she could not give me an answer... What are the requirements to get one, where do I get it, how much is it? Things like that... Can ...
Previous post is correct, no plate usually = no tax paid. The taxes can be several hundred dollars depending on the bike. About 2 years ago there was an amnesty for all bikes with no plates to license them with the threat that if you didn't ... Read More
Drivers license by yajul
Hi, I would like to have info about buying a cambodian license. More specifically: which authority does it? (only in PP or in all provinces) does it have to be done in person? how much does it cost? I have a French license and a visa B for ...
I have lived here 11 years and have never bought a licence, only 2 times I have been stopped, 1 time I paid $5 bribe, the second I argued that Cambodians don't have a license and when i asked to see his and he let me go. Really pisses me off ... Read More
Good doctors/hospitals in Phnom Penh that do not cost a lot of money. by kenmac1
Hi I just want to know if anyone knows any good doctors/hospitals in Phnom Penh that do not cost a lot of money. I have a 2 year old daughter with my Cambodian wife who is sick on average 1 to 2 times a month where she is feverish,sore throat and ...
I totally agree with mbscorpio18 above. I am American and NEVER have heard such nonsense. I have been living here 11 years and have never had any problems with doctors. But all of you should be aware that living in Cambodia if you are foolish to ... Read More
dentist in pp by paoloitalia
Please any body can tell me the address of a dentist in pp Thanks Paolo
There are many good dentists BUT first question to ask is "DO YOU USE NOVOCAINE?" (OR SIMILAR) Its hard to believe but most do not. Read More
Import license
You know that may make a difference, usually its personal item shipments that get nailed. As I understand it your export forwarder at point of origin generates the paperwork and has to have inspections done to verify what is being shipped then ... Read More
Import license
Everyone I know that has done it has got ripped off by the corrupt port officials, good luck, I have no recommendations Read More
Life in Sihanoukville by ancientpathos
Greetings, I have visited PP and SR. I enjoy living near the ocean in Vietnam and I am thinking about moving to Sihanoukville. What can I expect in regards to housing, food and entertainment. I am retired, would like to keep my expenses at under ...
I have lived in Sihanoukville almost 12 years now and I absolutely believe every word of the story above. \ On the surface just passing through you its easy to get the impression it all rosey but this town has major problem brewing regarding crime ... Read More
Purchasing Land in Sihanoukville by Woodrow79
Hi guys and girls, Recently returned from Sihanoukville and am now considering purchasing land at Ortes Beach. I am aware of foreign ownership laws and have heard both positive and negative outcomes of foreigners purchasing land. Just thought i ...
Absolutely the best decision. I have lived in SV for almost 12 years and seen too too too many foreigners lose huge amounts of money buying property with zero legal protection. Understand even legal doc's are almost worthless when someone wants ... Read More
Renting a car advice by les64
Planning a visit in August can anyone give me advice renting a car. Can I use my USA license? Any idea of the cost ? Do I need to purchase insurance separately? What i public transportation like throughout Belize? Thanks
Thank you very much for your reply. I currently live in Cambodia and the buses sound exactly the same so well used and happy with that. Are motorcycles available for rent in the bigger towns? Its that combination that I use here now. Read More
Renting a car advice
Planning a visit in August can anyone give me advice renting a car. Can I use my USA license? Any idea of the cost ? Do I need to purchase insurance separately? What i public transportation like throughout Belize? Thanks Read More