kim & mika
English expat in Bangladesh
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About me
English
Lives in Dhaka
Registration: 12 October 2010
5 good reasons for living in Bangladesh
Great internet speed Carefull and considerate drivers Good nightlife Ranks very high on best cities in the world to live in excellent fashion Read More
Why invest in Bangladesh by Tareq Alam
Here are few reasons why one should invest in Bangladesh: 聲Bangladesh has no records of defaults in its bilateral & multi-lateral donors, and debt-service liabilities. 聲Bangladesh produced more than [b]21 million metric tons of food grains[/b] ...
These are just opinions, what I stated are facts, let me give you another: the WEF ( that is World Ecconomic Forum to save you looking it up )Global Competive Index recent report ranked Bangladesh at 118th a drop of 10 places since last year. 119th ... Read More
Why invest in Bangladesh by Tareq Alam
Here are few reasons why one should invest in Bangladesh: 聲Bangladesh has no records of defaults in its bilateral & multi-lateral donors, and debt-service liabilities. 聲Bangladesh produced more than [b]21 million metric tons of food grains[/b] ...
WTF. I have travelled and worked in KSA,Sweden, Korea, Thailand, Vietnam, Iran, Malaysia ( great place to invest by the way ) Finland, Japan, Taiwan, indonesia,Germany India to name but a few. I can tell you Iran, Vietnam, India, KSA, Thailand, ... Read More
Brit Girl! by B-on-the-Move
Brit girl here new in Uttara....where can I meet up with other Brits...being starred at all the time and laughed at in some cases as if I have two heads, is starting to get to me...just 4 weeks into the project! Can anyone help!!!:)
about 4000 Taka a month if you take permanent membership then whatever you spend each month on beer/coffee/food/tennis court rental. ( currently a beer is 200 BDT ) if you take temporary membership you buy tickets in books of 1 or 2 ooo BDT, which ... Read More
Brit Girl! by B-on-the-Move
Brit girl here new in Uttara....where can I meet up with other Brits...being starred at all the time and laughed at in some cases as if I have two heads, is starting to get to me...just 4 weeks into the project! Can anyone help!!!:)
check there website and give them a call. You will have to fill in an application, if only for a couple of months then it should not be an issue Read More
Fantasy Kingdom any good ? by ICeYY
Has anyone gone to fantasy kingdom is it some i should check out ? Is it very crowed over the weekend ? friday ?
Fantasy Kingdom at Gulshan 2 is that the one? If so it is being demolished Read More
Brit Girl! by B-on-the-Move
Brit girl here new in Uttara....where can I meet up with other Brits...being starred at all the time and laughed at in some cases as if I have two heads, is starting to get to me...just 4 weeks into the project! Can anyone help!!!:)
Join the BAGHA club, you can get a temporary membership Read More
Expat blog gatherings in Dhaka by Julien
Hi all! What about meeting the other Dhaka 大咖福利影院 members in real life? Organizing an 大咖福利影院 meet up would be an excellent way to know them! :) An 大咖福利影院 meet up can be a diner gathering, having coffee, a bring and share in a nice ...
internations.org/forum/local Go to Dhaka section Read More
Expat blog gatherings in Dhaka by Julien
Hi all! What about meeting the other Dhaka 大咖福利影院 members in real life? Organizing an 大咖福利影院 meet up would be an excellent way to know them! :) An 大咖福利影院 meet up can be a diner gathering, having coffee, a bring and share in a nice ...
There is another Bangladesh 大咖福利影院 site that regularly organises meet ups.Seek and you will find Read More
Why invest in Bangladesh by Tareq Alam
Here are few reasons why one should invest in Bangladesh: 聲Bangladesh has no records of defaults in its bilateral & multi-lateral donors, and debt-service liabilities. 聲Bangladesh produced more than [b]21 million metric tons of food grains[/b] ...
You still have not answered any of my questions, are you afraid of the answers? I can think of many positive points, but as you gave only positive, I chose to balance out your single minded blindness. Let me state a few that affect me. Cheap ... Read More
Why invest in Bangladesh by Tareq Alam
Here are few reasons why one should invest in Bangladesh: 聲Bangladesh has no records of defaults in its bilateral & multi-lateral donors, and debt-service liabilities. 聲Bangladesh produced more than [b]21 million metric tons of food grains[/b] ...
Not double standard at all I am on a temporary assignment at the bequest of my company. You have the audacity to state that also when you are living in Australia, it is you who has the double standard. Why are you not promoting Australia as a place ... Read More
Why invest in Bangladesh by Tareq Alam
Here are few reasons why one should invest in Bangladesh: 聲Bangladesh has no records of defaults in its bilateral & multi-lateral donors, and debt-service liabilities. 聲Bangladesh produced more than [b]21 million metric tons of food grains[/b] ...
May the creator bless you and give you some perspective in life to open your eyes and be able to speak with a blanced viewpoint rather than living in some delusional state that Bangladesh is a great place to invest in and that there are very few ... Read More
Why invest in Bangladesh by Tareq Alam
Here are few reasons why one should invest in Bangladesh: 聲Bangladesh has no records of defaults in its bilateral & multi-lateral donors, and debt-service liabilities. 聲Bangladesh produced more than [b]21 million metric tons of food grains[/b] ...
A balanced realistic viewpoint. You think that any of the points I made are incorrect please lets discuss. There are many other countries which offer greater incentives than Bangladesh. The recennt spate of violence and destruction of RMG ... Read More
Why invest in Bangladesh by Tareq Alam
Here are few reasons why one should invest in Bangladesh: 聲Bangladesh has no records of defaults in its bilateral & multi-lateral donors, and debt-service liabilities. 聲Bangladesh produced more than [b]21 million metric tons of food grains[/b] ...
Just to give a balanced view on teh subject: Unstable government. Corruption Unstable and insufficient power supply Bad infrastructure Strikes are common place Violence during demonstartion is common place Dhaka traffic congestion is ... Read More
Honda XL185S spare parts suppliers in Bangladesh? by JILON
Hi, I own a XL185S which I purchased in 2000 new from a showroom. I am trying to source some parts for this motor bike ideally originals in Bangladesh, I have searched the web and have found the bike was only made up to 1993/94? and now it is not ...
Your best bet is probably a UK dealer, it was a popular model there so they may be able to locate for you. What parts do you need, if looked after and maintained teh engine is very strong and reliable, usually only cam and cam chain tensioners wear ... Read More
How to survive in Dhaka?
what are your hobbies? Golf, Tennis, Bicycling, Poker, Join a club, HHH, Need to make a bit of effort, but many things are possible in a limited way. Based on your past countries I take it you are in oil and Gas? Many of teh guys hang out at the ... Read More
Accomodation by frenchtriper
hi everybody, I am looking for an accomodation in dhaka in collocation. I will arrive in Bangladesh for 1 year at least from May, 1st. That will be gratefull to let me know if you purpose this kind of thing or if you know anyone could ...
what is your budget? space requirement, furnished, unfurnished? Shared? location? Would help if we knew more details Read More
Second Hand Motorcycle Dealerships in Dhaka
Welcome, it frustrates me as well, would love to get the concept cafe racer royal enfield if they ever start manufacture, but does not seem soon, and certainly not here. I regret not buying one when I lived in Delhi. I have a friend that owns ... Read More
Second Hand Motorcycle Dealerships in Dhaka
Best bet is Clickbd cellbazaar or lokton dot coms. 50K is not going to get you very much I am afraid to say. ( read a pile of junk ) It is possible to get up to 220cc ( paperwork is dodgy but seems to be quite common practice here ) Also before teh ... Read More
Mountain Biking by kim & mika
OK not so many mountains in Bangladesh, but is there any like minded MTB roders or forums in Bangladesh. I tried Everytrail, but not much there. There mut be some great places to travel backroards in Bangladesh, anyone know of a site with already ...
Nice link, check it out http://www.crazyguyonabike.com/doc/page/?o=1r4vFZo&page_id=157031&v=1EL Read More
Meet expats staying in Dhaka for sharing some sport, party, travel... by MaxBCK
Hey guys... I just arrived in Dhaka & should stay over here 2 years. I was just wondering if I could catch some of you though in order to know you & in case the harmony gets on well between each of us, why not spending time for doing sport, party, ...
Hi Max, where you from? Depending where, it may be easier or more difficult to join one of the expat clubs. Sports are somewhat limited, Golf, tennis, bicycling fairly easy. Join Hash House runners if you enjoy running and a beer. Read More
Teachers - Please read
hello Fred, how is life in Indonesia? Just moved to Bangladesh, Kim & Mika Read More
Looking for a place in Dhanmondi
Hi Troy start here: cellbazaar.com/web/home.aspx clickbd.com/search/category/80 clickbd.com/search/category/299 Read More
Accomodation in Dhaka
Also: clickbd.com/search/category/299 lotkon.com/real-estate/ Read More
Mountain Biking
OK not so many mountains in Bangladesh, but is there any like minded MTB roders or forums in Bangladesh. I tried Everytrail, but not much there. There mut be some great places to travel backroards in Bangladesh, anyone know of a site with already ... Read More
Your tips for newcomers in Dhaka by expat.com
If you're living or have lived in Dhaka, which advice would you give to new expats? We namely think of security: should any special precautions be taken (protection systems, areas to be avoided, etc.). Do you have any particular advice regarding ...
Prices on that link are out of date, and paint too rosy a picture. Bangladesh is not a place for first time expats I would suggest, you need to be independent, and open to extremes of conditions, what you can buy, povety etc. In terms of personal ... Read More
Japanese Food ~ Culture ~ People
Quite a large Japanese society, and if you read Japanese, get a copy of Hello Dhaka, full of tips.( available at the japanese school on a couple of afternoons a week, I think they also have a library, but I am not 100% on this ) A few restaraunts, ... Read More
Visa extension
It is not very clear, I can see teh cost for extension which is same cost as single entry visa, dependent on country, but I have also been told if it is more than 7 days then it has be cleared by SB office, and ther eis a fee for that, but I can ... Read More
hi everybody by anglerslure
hi there, greetings to all. i am from delhi,india, gona b moving soon to dhaka, so i guess will be needing alot of help regarding the city. hope i find it here. Also hope to make new friends so i can pull thru the whole thing. would like info on ...
If you like trawing then the best place in the world is part of India, the Andaman & nicobar Islands, absolutely the best. Me I fish anything from prawns to marlin. I wil ask my colleagues at work where to go for fishing, I know there is at least ... Read More
Visa extension
Does anyone know the price for extending a visa? I am after the official cost and an indication of how much agents services cost on top of that fee. Thanks Read More
hi everybody by anglerslure
hi there, greetings to all. i am from delhi,india, gona b moving soon to dhaka, so i guess will be needing alot of help regarding the city. hope i find it here. Also hope to make new friends so i can pull thru the whole thing. would like info on ...
what sort of fishing do you like to do? Pubs, forget it they dont exist, you can go to the larger hotels that have bars, but very expensive your best bet is to join one of the clubs. Read More
Angling in Bangladesh
I dont do facebook but I am a fellow angler, freshwater and sea. Where do you go? Read More
Socializing
why not join one pof the several clubs in Dhaka, plenty of expats and they arrange trips outside among other things. Plus you can get a drink if you want one Read More
Importing a Motorcycle or Motor Scooter by richardson25
Hello Everybody, I have a question can I import my motorcycle or moped (motor scooter) from the United States, when I come in June. I do have an international driving permit, however I don't think this permit pertains to motorcycles. Do anyone ...
Troy there are plenty of second hand scooters and motorbikes available. Prior to some date, not sure when it was possible to import larger motorbikes. I have seen a few Royal Enfields, Big Hondas and a motor guzzi, but because of age who knows what ... Read More
HyoSung motorbike dealer
I see there are quite a few HyoSung motorbikes around, anyone know where teh main dealer in Dhaka is. I want to buy one new and not used Read More
Short term rental
I am getting fed up living in hotels. Does anyone have an apartment they are willing to rent for short term, between 2 to three months. It can be monthly or daily. Needs to be fully furnised, with internet connection. It would be for me and my ... Read More
Butane gas cylinders
Yes that is the conclusion I have come to, never mind. There is a Korean store just off Banani 11, apparently they do import but are currently out of stock Read More
Butane gas cylinders
Anyone any idea where I can purchase small butane gas cylinders. I am after the small ones that fit the typical japanese/korean portable single burners? Use once and throw away any clues or maybes appreciated Read More
Auto Rickshaw
I have seen several private Auto-Rickshaws around Dhaka. I am here a month or more and wonder if anyone knows where I could rent one of these private ones with driver? and if possible how much should I expect to pay? Of course I could rent a car, ... Read More
Dhaka Oddballs Golf Society D.O.G.S
met some of the golfers at Kurmintola yesterday, does anyone have a contact email or telephone to contact these golfers ( they have a website but it is not updated for several years ) If anyone can help it would be appreciated Read More