Mariposa_Voice_for_Peace
Egyptian citizen
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About me
Egyptian
Lives in Maadi
Speaks English- Arabic
Registration: 04 August 2010
baby formula
When I was in the US we fed our 3 month old similac sensitive for gas and fussiness, its for lactose sensitive. Does anyone know what is comparable? Read More
private beach? by Mariposa_Voice_for_Peace
Does anyone know where you can rent a shalet or villa with its own private beach in egypt? can be anywhere, red sea, med sea. Or somewhere you can rent the beach itself for private use? Thanks!
lol... of course i google searched... i'd prefer if anyone has had first hand experience and can recommend a place. :) Thanks. Read More
private beach?
Does anyone know where you can rent a shalet or villa with its own private beach in egypt? can be anywhere, red sea, med sea. Or somewhere you can rent the beach itself for private use? Thanks! Read More
taxi cab or limo companies? by Mariposa_Voice_for_Peace
Does anyone know of good reliable taxi cab companies, or a limo service that I could reserve in advance, with decent prices? Something reliable. I seem to remember a long time ago there was a yellow cab company. Thanks!!
Thanks Bilal! That does help. I'll try them out hopefully they are reliable. :)it is nice to be back. Read More
taxi cab or limo companies?
Does anyone know of good reliable taxi cab companies, or a limo service that I could reserve in advance, with decent prices? Something reliable. I seem to remember a long time ago there was a yellow cab company. Thanks!! Read More
rent a private pool?
Thanks guys, how do i contact these ppl, whether its the one on ismailaya rd or mansouria is there a rent office? Read More
rent a private pool?
Anyone know where I could rent a swimming pool (private) for an event? Preferably somewhere near or in Maadi, but i guess anywhere is fine. Thanks! Read More
Phonecall hassling - a warning to expat ladies! by eltviola
OK so most of us know there's a small proportion of the male Egyptian population who can't seem to control themselves when they discover the mobile number of a woman, especially an expat woman. Someone on this forum called Karim (whom I don't ...
Does mobinil have a blacklist service? that would be awesome! Read More
Emergency Message for foreign ( expatriate ) in Egypt by Queen Cleopatra
[color=#f30b71][/color][b]the Government of Egypt will be holding the first phase of national parliamentary elections on November 28 and 29, 2011 in Cairo, Alexandria, Fayoum, Port Said, Damietta, Kafr-el-Sheikh, Assiut, Luxor and the Red Sea ...
ur lucky, i stood for 6 hours! :) I just hope it doesn't end up a big joke like the stupid "istiftaa" they had ppl do. Read More
badminton in cairo? by Mariposa_Voice_for_Peace
Does anyone know where we can play badminton in Cairo/giza area? we also need the rackets and stuff. Thanks!
Thanks Elaine! It is a bit far, but will def. keep it in mind, n thanks for the offer! :) Read More
how to put arabic on my blackberry
Its the storm 9530, my operator is mobinil. i really appreciate this. :) Read More
how to put arabic on my blackberry
Hi, i brought my BB (storm) with me from abroad, and it works and everything, but there is no arabic on it- does anyone know an app or link or something i could download to it? i searched google n couldn't find anything. or somewhere i could take ... Read More
badminton in cairo?
Does anyone know where we can play badminton in Cairo/giza area? we also need the rackets and stuff. Thanks! Read More
Someone know where to buy sport equipment in cairo ? by Fabio1979
Hello People. I'm looking for a well-stocked store for buy a treadmill and a multjim machine... For the treadmill will be preferable to be one of this mark: NORDICTRACK Pro-form tecnogym kettler weslo bh fitness reebok or any other good ...
Kasr el Ainy street, has medical equipment, which includes treadmills. Also, i've seen them in Alpha market in Maadi. Read More
Mobiles change prefix by MCITP
[b]Dear All, All operators in Egypt will be changing their prefix from the 6th October 2011 (this Thursday) Please follow the below new prefix for each operator : [color=#7FD827]Etisalat Before After 011 XXXXXXX ...
how about an app or # for mobinil to update contacts? :/ Read More
Maid / housekeeper by Sousou88
Does anyone know how I can find a maid, if NOT through an agency? And a driver also? Thanks for ur help!
LoL, looks like the guy who was gonna help u got banned! Anyways, the best way to find a decent maid or driver is through people you know, who know them and can recommend them. Otherwise, there is the Maadi messenger, which is a free magazine for ... Read More
Where to buy high quality bedding sheets in CAIRO by B617
I know egypt is famous for high quality cotton; where is the best place to buy high quality sheets of a high thread count for bedding? It would be a shame not to buy Egyptian products when they are so famous. Thanks :) Mark
Where is Tulip Irish Alexandrian? I've not heard of it. Yes, it is quite a shame, all my 100% Egyptian Cotton sheets I bought from abroad, go figure.? Read More
Moving to Egypt
Also, i've heard that if u live in egypt 7 yrs, u can apply for egyptian citizenship. if that's true it'll make life easier for sure, if u guys r planning a long term repat. Read More
where to print business cards by Mariposa_Voice_for_Peace
Hi! I want to get some business cards printed. I could prob order from the US, etc, n have them sent, but i'd rather just figure something out here. Any ideas? Thanks!!
Thanks all, that's very helpful. :) Read More
I wanna talk to turk ppl ( turkce cok iyi konusyuyorum by Noura25
iskenderiyede yasiyorum ,, turkler ile konusmak istiyorum tsk ederim selam
Me too. Turkish guys are cute. ;) Read More
new women friends in rehab city cairo by chocolata
hi my name is maggie, i lived in rehab city for 3yrs and came back to the uk for 4yrs i am planning to go back to egypt in sept 2011 and.. would like to invite any new ladies that have came from the uk to get together for some company. I will be ...
Hi! Does anyone know how to get from Rehab City to downtown cairo/tahrir/anywhere near there? Are there buses or anything? sorry to interrupt ur thread!! thanks a billion! Read More
transportation to and from Rehab City?
Hi there, we have a visiting physician from the US in a couple of weeks, and I'm trying to arrange for him transportation. He will be staying at Rehab City, and the place of his lecture is the NCI, which is on Kasr el Aini street. Does anyone know ... Read More
new laws in egypt for workpermit and urfi? by layali
hi all! there are big discussions between me and friends here in hurghada...no one knows realy, what's going on. so my question to all: 1. workpermit and resident visa for foreigners-are there any other dicissions made till now from new ...
I don't know about worker laws, but urfi marriage is a bad idea believe me. It has barely a religious, social, or legal basis at all and barely holds up in courts. If you want to marry someone, do it legally. Just my opinion. Good luck. Read More
Botox, Collagen fillers, etc...
Thanks Suzan, I appreciate it.I wonder if your Lebanese friend would be willing? I'll PM you for the info. Its for a neighbor and her friends, otherwise I'll tell her about Dr. elmenawy. I think for this sort of thing, the best way is by word of ... Read More
Botox, Collagen fillers, etc...
Hello, Can anyone recommend for a friend of mine, based on PERSONAL EXPERIENCE, a good dr or beauty center that does botox, collagen fillers, etc? Also, laser hair removal, does anyone know approximately how much it is here in Egypt, and if its safe ... Read More
Health care in Egypt by Yud
Hello everyone, One among the various issue that many expatriates usually raise is [i]Health Care[/i]. So, I think it would be very interesting and helpful to start a topic about [u]Health[/u]. > So, can you please list some of the private ...
There are 3 hospitals in Egypt who have recieved the Joint Commission International for Accreditation of hospitals. They are: Maghrabi hospital, Dar el Fouad, and Al Salam Hospital. The Childrens Cancer Hospital is currently on an accreditation ... Read More
Retirement by petermelb
i will be retiring in about 3 years time and am seriously considering Egypt. Of course i would need to learn some arabic. i am single. With an income of $AUS33,000 would I be able to have a comfortable lifestyle with a reasonable flat / home, ...
I think you should come visit first, a "long" visit. :) That's my advice. ;) Read More
where to print business cards
Hi! I want to get some business cards printed. I could prob order from the US, etc, n have them sent, but i'd rather just figure something out here. Any ideas? Thanks!! Read More
where i can buy computer programs here?
Hello. Where can I buy computer programs here esp. in Maadi? I'm looking for adobe photoshop. Also, do you know how much it might cost? the other option is for me to order it off ebay or something, but i really want to find a local place. thanks ... Read More
Family friendly restaurant with a play area for kids?
Other than McDs of course. :) Anywhere in Cairo, any type of cuisine. Any suggestions? Read More
COFFEE MEET UP Monday 6th December by IrishAlexandrian
Enough complaining about not being able to meet up with people! Let's make an effort to meet up in 5 days time in Zamalek at the Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf at 8pm. It's central and easy to get to! I would really like to meet some new people, before ...
where in zamalek is the coffee B & T? if i'm nearby i might try to make it. Read More
where to fix ur computer? by Mariposa_Voice_for_Peace
My computer crashed. any ideas where to take it? thanx.
[Re: won't wake up from "sleep": Else .. seems it truly has gone into winter 'hibernation' .. tried screaming into its ears??!!Of course! I've even tried CPR, it is lifeless, nonresponsive, "sniff".. oh well ;) thanks though! @ Shorouk, I'm ... Read More
where to fix ur computer? by Mariposa_Voice_for_Peace
My computer crashed. any ideas where to take it? thanx.
Hi Who, I tried all that already. :) its just totally blank, even when i plug in the power cord it doesn't light up. i dunno, if they r open 2day i'll call them. thanks though! Read More
where to fix ur computer? by Mariposa_Voice_for_Peace
My computer crashed. any ideas where to take it? thanx.
I have no idea. :( it just won't wake up from "sleep". Read More
where to fix ur computer? by Mariposa_Voice_for_Peace
My computer crashed. any ideas where to take it? thanx.
Awesome! thank you so much Valibilic, I'll call them on Thurs. :) Read More
where to fix ur computer?
My computer crashed. any ideas where to take it? thanx. Read More
Hair cutting in Maadi by alimirza
Hey guys Can any one tell me any good Mens hair cutting saloon here in Maadi keeping in mind that I don't speak Arabic and I have long straight hairs. I really do not want any one having curl hair cutting experience to make my hairs test bed :) ...
hm. i thought hair-cutting was a universal language. Can't u just point at the: scissors, the barber, ur hair, and voila, its done!? :) Read More
Pepper Spray ! by EmersedShark
Bonjour a tout, I happened to come across a lady's post earlier this month where she was worried of harassment and she was asking for the pepper spray . Unfortunately i don't know where did that post go between the thousands we have here . Anyways ...
Thank you EmersedS., actually i was the one who posted that thread, but i took it down cuz i figured i'd just ask around. i always had pepper spray when i was in the States , i never had to use it, thank god, but still i felt more secure w/ it. plz ... Read More
H1N1 Swine flu has returned to egypt. by Shorouk
the total remained at 16,373 from the July 3rd Thur this update which was published on the 24th October. its worth noting that three people are undergoing treatment with one of them possibly still being tested within the hospital. the information ...
Thanks Shorouk, i'll have a look at the blog. Hope its an easy flu season on all. Cheers. Read More
H1N1 Swine flu has returned to egypt. by Shorouk
the total remained at 16,373 from the July 3rd Thur this update which was published on the 24th October. its worth noting that three people are undergoing treatment with one of them possibly still being tested within the hospital. the information ...
what's ur take on the vaccine? last yr i had to take it cuz my job, this yr i've got a choice. :) Read More
what to do in cairo by stella786
i moved to cairo from scotland just under 2 months ago to settle here and look for work. the job hunting has been a bit slow what with the lead up to ramadan and i find not everyone here gets back in touch to acknowledge applications received ...
i wonder if parents realize that their kids' teachers have like no educational background, its that easy to be a teacher here. Want to Teach middle school students English and Social Studies? I am looking to fill this position ASAP. Talk to you ... Read More
Gym club with swimming pool in cairo by Zoum78
Hi everybody Does anybody can recommend a gym club with indoor swimming pool in Cairo (ideally Maadi)? Thanks! Zoum 78
Maadi Club has an olympic size pool, i think its 20 or 30LE to enter. Read More
Expat Meetup - Friday the 15th by YS
A few of us will be meeting up tomorrow in Zamalek at "Coffee Bean Tea Leaf". For time and directions, please drop me a private message. Note: the forum's name is "大咖福利影院". Hopefully those who show up will be expats in one way or another.
Do something in Maadi, so i don't have to drive. ;) Read More
Fish & Grill Restaurant by volky
Can somebody advise which are the good fish and grill restaurants in Cairo ?
Thanks YS! That's very helpful, Rossini it is. :) Read More
Fish & Grill Restaurant by volky
Can somebody advise which are the good fish and grill restaurants in Cairo ?
Hi there, Can anyone describe the ambience of Christos and Rossini? I mean, are they fancy or casual decor, crowded, noisy, what kind of service? Thanks so much all. :) Read More
Are these Food Products Available in Cairo? by B617
Im from Louisiana USA and moving to Cairo soon from Abu Dhabi. I was wondering if the following products are available in Cairo: 1. Corn meal 2. Pecans 3. Hellman's Mayonnaise 4. Philidelphia Cream Cheese 5. Liquid Vanilla Flavoring 6. Western ...
ISIS company has eggs that are called "organic". I don't know if they are also free range or not though. Read More
Are these Food Products Available in Cairo? by B617
Im from Louisiana USA and moving to Cairo soon from Abu Dhabi. I was wondering if the following products are available in Cairo: 1. Corn meal 2. Pecans 3. Hellman's Mayonnaise 4. Philidelphia Cream Cheese 5. Liquid Vanilla Flavoring 6. Western ...
does anyone know what corn syrup is in arabic and where i can get it? also, shea butter? thanks! :) Read More
Deliveries from Amazon to Egypt by B617
Has anyone had delivery problems from online purchases such as Amazon or other places? Do things usually arrive without problems? Have you had anything taken in customs or by post office? Which shipping company is best to deal with to receive ...
did it come straight to ur home or where they held up by customs somewhere in Cairo? i'm thinking of buying online too. Read More
Moving overseas, leaving friends and family behind by russellvjward
Hi, Picking your life up and moving it to a foreign country is no small undertaking. It's fair to say that leaving loved ones, selling the house you've worked hard for, putting your dogs on a plane for God-knows-how-long, even giving up the job ...
What an interesting life Minerva, you really are a wanderer! And I thought my life was crazy... :) Read More
Reverse Culture Shock by Guesposter58
Hmm. All last week I was back in the UK (mixing some work, with a short break). The last time I was back there was in November last year, and also the previous August. One thing I noticed this time though was I seemed to be suffering more from ...
I totally can relate to this forum. After years of travelling between the worlds, I've concluded that I belong everywhere and nowhere, depending on how you look at it. :) I consider myself like a butterly, that kindo of floats between flowers ... Read More
Are these Food Products Available in Cairo? by B617
Im from Louisiana USA and moving to Cairo soon from Abu Dhabi. I was wondering if the following products are available in Cairo: 1. Corn meal 2. Pecans 3. Hellman's Mayonnaise 4. Philidelphia Cream Cheese 5. Liquid Vanilla Flavoring 6. Western ...
Alpha market, just saw marshmellows today!! And Rice crispies for that matter.:) Read More
Learning Arabic by volky
Could you pls advise the best courses teaching arabic ? How long do you think it may take if I take intensively ? Tnx in advance.
I've heard good stuff about the "Fajr" center for arabic, I know a few ppl who came for summer and took intensive courses there. fajr.com/contactUs.asp Read More
Best Banking available in Egypt by alimirza
Hey Guys I need a suggestion about opening a bank account here in Egypt, Currently I have a $ account opened in Banque Misr but honestly it sucks big time, no features no online banking and when ever I do wire transfere money is always lost in the ...
Also, its my understanding that with HSBC you can now or soon be able to merge your accounts- abroud and here. Read More
Which cell phone carrier? by Mariposa_Voice_for_Peace
Hi, I just moved back here after many years, and now there is I think 3 cell phone carriers: vodafone, etisalat and mobinil (is there any other?). So I was wondering which one is better? Which has better coverage, service, deals for yr money.:) ...
Naaa... why stick with two lines? 3 lines one for each network, like Andy said, ha ha, ;). I think I've finally decided to go with Vodafone, at least for now, since i'll be going around Cairo and other cities I need the coverage, and the prices seem ... Read More
single english girl moving to cairo. by selina1
Hi i have recently accepted a teaching job in Cairo, the school looks amazing and the head teacher seems really nice. I have always wanted to work abroad, and cairo seems like an amazing place, however many people have told me that the local men ...
Although its true some areas more than others. Degla maadi is better than next to the metro station in Maadi. N downtown, or gama3et al dowal, its a good idea to be with other ppl. Read More
single english girl moving to cairo. by selina1
Hi i have recently accepted a teaching job in Cairo, the school looks amazing and the head teacher seems really nice. I have always wanted to work abroad, and cairo seems like an amazing place, however many people have told me that the local men ...
I cover my hair n I still get harassed. I don't think it matters what you wear. Read More
Which cell phone carrier?
Hi, I just moved back here after many years, and now there is I think 3 cell phone carriers: vodafone, etisalat and mobinil (is there any other?). So I was wondering which one is better? Which has better coverage, service, deals for yr money.:) ... Read More
Indian restaurants in Cairo? by Mariposa_Voice_for_Peace
Any suggestions? I've got a craving... :)
Awesome, thanks Mark! I'll let y'all know how it was! Read More
Indian restaurants in Cairo? by Mariposa_Voice_for_Peace
Any suggestions? I've got a craving... :)
Wow, thanks guys!! I didn't know there were so many. :) I'll start with Maadi and move outwards... that's great! Read More
Indian restaurants in Cairo?
Any suggestions? I've got a craving... :) Read More