jotxo
Spanish expat in Vietnam
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Spanish
Lives in Hanoi
Speaks SPanish, English, French
Registration: 16 November 2010
Safety in Vietnam by Christine
Hi, We would like to talk about a sensitive but important topic: do you feel safe in Vietnam? How would you define the level of safety in the country? Can you walk safely during the day and at night without any fear? Do you think there ...
UPDATE: TERRIBLE EXPERIENCE. Attempted robbery by master thief. I recently made a couple of posts stating my view that Vietnam is a very safe place compared to other expat postings I had. Well, yesterday night I had my first contact with a Hanoian ... Read More
Safety in Vietnam by Christine
Hi, We would like to talk about a sensitive but important topic: do you feel safe in Vietnam? How would you define the level of safety in the country? Can you walk safely during the day and at night without any fear? Do you think there ...
I cannot believe that comment was made by someone from Europe. It is safe but not European safe, not by a long way. Definitely safer than most of the Americas.I cannot believe you cannot believe my opinion is shaped by my geographic origin. I have ... Read More
Safety in Vietnam by Christine
Hi, We would like to talk about a sensitive but important topic: do you feel safe in Vietnam? How would you define the level of safety in the country? Can you walk safely during the day and at night without any fear? Do you think there ...
In my opinion, Vietnam is as safe or safer than any western country. This does not mean it's crime free. That does not exist, except, perhaps in Ant谩rtica. You still have to be careful with your belongings and don't do stupid things ... Read More
received a weird offer that's too good to be true by LongMai
Hi Expats, I came home from a class tonight and received a very odd email from someone named Dan. He asked me to come to UK and tutor his family (3 kids) for 1.5 yrs. He'll give me accomodation and pay me $9,000/month. Right now, I'm ...
Dear Stewart. You are a philosopher. I followed your moral advice and decided to practice online love. I am helping an elderly widow from Burkina Faso recover 100 million 鈧� from an opaque account in Andorra. Her husband was a diamond warlord ... Read More
Change of tyres and wheel balance
Hello everybody. Can someone recommend a good garage in HANOI where I can buy new tyres form a reputable brand and have them installed, balanced etc? If someone speaks english in the garage it would he a huge plus. Thanks. Jotxo Read More
Benghazi and eastern part of Libia
Dear Raja. The travel advice for europeans and westerners in general is not to travel to the east of Libya. The situation there is out of control, with daily killings of security officials. Westerners and christians have been targeted and killed, ... Read More
safety and school by Angelica1
Hi all My husband been offered a job in Tripoli and we are considering it. We want to know how safe the place is at present, and whether they are expat families there already. How about the international schools? Been reading previous forum, and ...
Dear Angelica. Things have improved greatly in Tripoli. Not perfect, but we have witnessed a great improvement. It is important not to do stupid things like being aggresive or disrispecting local culture or religion, dressing carefully and move ... Read More
Price Guide for Palm City by mancunian
Dear Expats, Could anyone give me a rough rent cost for the range of properties in the Palm City? Especially the 3bed apartments. Thank you
2 bedroom appartments 5000 聙 3 bedroom villas 7000 聙 4 bedroom houses with swimming pool 11000聙 All long term leases. Contact Melvin, Gen. Manager mbonnici@palmcity.com.ly Read More
Why is Libya rent costly compared to its neighboring country and USA? by amandaburton1983
Salam All, I have been graciously given wonderful answers on my previous topic of cost of living in Libya. My answers show me that cost of rent, from the lowest being around 1500LD and up,is beyond reasonable. Even here in the USA I am paying ...
It's because Tripoli is the most beautiful city in the Mediterranean :-P. Read More
Safety in Tripoli by Bechir33
Dear all, My company is proposing me to move to Tripoli. I'am ok with that except with security conditions that make me still hesitate. What about gunshots, the 2 attempts these last 2 or 3 weeks? I really would enjoy to know your ...
Hey Tarekuaee, you certainly cheered me up. A new restaurant is exactly what we need!!!! And I will be a client for sure. Cardinals. I like to fish, unfortunately, i'm neither girl nor good looking, sorry. Read More
Safety in Tripoli by Bechir33
Dear all, My company is proposing me to move to Tripoli. I'am ok with that except with security conditions that make me still hesitate. What about gunshots, the 2 attempts these last 2 or 3 weeks? I really would enjoy to know your ...
Dear Tarekuaee. I guess I'm going through a crisis, and you are right, I might have been unfair. To be frank, most of the stress hardship of living in Libya does not come from Libya itself, nor the Libyans, but the security restrictions that ... Read More
Libya - Palm City Residences by dewi_wahyuningsih
I'm in the process of moving to Libya and wanty to ask about the Palm City Residences whether there was someone who lived in Palm City Resident? whether Palm City Residences is already operating?
Another update on life at Palm City: - The supermarket has improved the variety of products. Still expensive. - The internet speed is still crap. - During the weekends,e specially on fridays the compund is invaded by oursiders that sneak in trhough ... Read More
Libya - Palm City Residences by dewi_wahyuningsih
I'm in the process of moving to Libya and wanty to ask about the Palm City Residences whether there was someone who lived in Palm City Resident? whether Palm City Residences is already operating?
After a few months in Pam City I believe it's worth to update on the situation: - Supermarket is working on half the surface, but they managed to keep all their products on exhibit. No fresh vegetables, some fresh fruits, and the butcher is nowhere ... Read More
Libya - Palm City Residences by dewi_wahyuningsih
I'm in the process of moving to Libya and wanty to ask about the Palm City Residences whether there was someone who lived in Palm City Resident? whether Palm City Residences is already operating?
Dear m0j0working: I really love optimists, it's wonderful to be an optimist, but, come on, you also have to be a realist when it comes to security, which is an important issue for many people. Tripoli will be considered stable when: - There is a ... Read More
Aids Agencies and Rebuilding Process for Libya by douglas1969
I realize it's too early to be asking this question, but I would be interested to hear from anyone on the ground as to what activity they are seeing with regards to the process of rebuilding the country, rebuilding the schools and universities, ...
What a pretty discussion!!! Lovely Q&A... Anyway, Douglas, What is your group doing? I'm one of the foreigners that has recently arrived in Tripoli and we hope we will be allowed to deliver some aid as equal partners, I am interested to know what ... Read More
Tripoli International Airport by LeMonde
Hey y'all, i would like to know if Tripoli International Airport is open and do flights land there?
Irregular flights by Alitalia, Tunisair, Libya airways, Turkish airways... The only way of making sure you know when you arrive in Tripoli is to fly to Djerba and then on to Tripoli by land (3 hours) not the safest, though. Make sure you have a ... Read More
Libya - Palm City Residences by dewi_wahyuningsih
I'm in the process of moving to Libya and wanty to ask about the Palm City Residences whether there was someone who lived in Palm City Resident? whether Palm City Residences is already operating?
Hi. I'm living in Palm City right now. It's one of the few places considered "secure" by International Organizations, Embassies... it's quite crowded right now, and If you want to get there you should hurry. We even have a bunch of militia squatters ... Read More
Lost dog found in Palm City Residences, Tripoli.
I was in Palm City the other day and I saw this handsome poor dog wandering around. It's quite skinny but in good shape. I'll be moving to Palm City in a few days and I'll try to find and feed him. So if you left this poor dog behind, be advised ... Read More
buying resort property in Honduras by stefano c
I'm new to the site and wanted to get some feedback about buying resort property in Honduras. Does anyone have any experience or knowledge they could share?
Hi Stefano... I have heard terror stories about buying property in Honduras. It's a different world if you do it in the islands or the mainland, but it is always risky. - Get a good lawyer and have him check and re check the status of the ... Read More
Do and don't in Honduras by expat.com
Are you living in Honduras? We need you to share your experience of the local customs :) Is it difficult to adjust to the local customs in Honduras? Could you please share with us a list of the [b] do's and don't's in Honduras?[/b] Thanks!
Dear NZ chica. I have been living in Honduras for over 12 years now, and NEVER had any problem whasoever. My previous post was a bit creepy because the guy that started this tread was thinking about establishing a business in Honduras, and Honduras ... Read More
Do and don't in Honduras by expat.com
Are you living in Honduras? We need you to share your experience of the local customs :) Is it difficult to adjust to the local customs in Honduras? Could you please share with us a list of the [b] do's and don't's in Honduras?[/b] Thanks!
You're welcome Arlette. This is a REALLY NICE webpage. Congrats to all founders, moderators and administrators. Jotxo Read More
Do and don't in Honduras by expat.com
Are you living in Honduras? We need you to share your experience of the local customs :) Is it difficult to adjust to the local customs in Honduras? Could you please share with us a list of the [b] do's and don't's in Honduras?[/b] Thanks!
Do's and dont's on the mainland Roatan is just another world, here's what you need to know to survive on the mainland: Do's: - Visit rural areas, beautiful nature, beautiful people. - Visit Copan ruines. - Visit Tela bay, think twice about tourist ... Read More
Registering in An Irish Embassy by Tippman
Hello Irish Men and Women Kindly advise on the way to register my location with an Irish Embassy. Tippman
The European Union consular rules state that all Member States Embassies have the duty to offer consular protection to the citizens of Members States without a diplomatic representation in the country. Usually Irish citizens are protected by ... Read More
Some quick safety guidelines on taking taxis in Libya by Thebigtuna
There are two types of taxis here. The first is the black and white cars with the sign on top. The second is just regular citizens who own a car and wanna make extra money/a living off of it (Libyans call them "private cars"). The black-and-white ...
T 8. If you DO end up getting caught in a nasty situation, do not put up any form of resistance. First, mention in a very calm, emotionless voice that you have the car's license number memorized. Then do what you're asked without saying anything. ... Read More