Robert Oram
@RobertfromCalifornia
American looking for information about Morocco
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32
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About me
American
Lives in San Diego
Speaks Spanish, Portuguese, Aramaic, English, a little Arabic, learning Romanian and Russian
Registration: 25 May 2011
need some tips please!! by tracig
Hi My friend and I are flying to marrakesh tomorrow at 4pm for 5 days, we are staying at an all inclusive hotel and have our transfers organised, can anyone tell me where i should change money, should we do it at the airport (gatwick) or wait until ...
hi Girondin, it's very tough here. Finding a commercial space is the biggest challenge because owners don't really want to rent but rather, sell their space or business PLUS charge rent. It's terrible. I am still staying in Morocco though. NO MORE ... Read More
need some tips please!! by tracig
Hi My friend and I are flying to marrakesh tomorrow at 4pm for 5 days, we are staying at an all inclusive hotel and have our transfers organised, can anyone tell me where i should change money, should we do it at the airport (gatwick) or wait until ...
Hello, welcome to Marrakech. As for changing money, just a few 100 pounds upon arrival at the airport and when outside, go to any change place. No matter how you look at it, you will NOT get a BEST change rate because all companies offer either a ... Read More
Looking for company in Marrakech by travel2live
Hi, I just move to Marrakech about 3 weeks ago from New York. I like the city, but miss to talk to someone in English and also looking for some company. I don't know anyone here and feel quite lonely. Are there any other English speakers that ...
Jana, I am now in Marrakech and loving it. Made some new, nice friends. People are very helpful. Let's get in touch. Give me your cell number here. 06290 80 3208 this is my cell. send me a text or call. take care. I'm from the US also. Read More
Moroccan fiance wants to move home, HELP!!
hi there, I think as a doctor soon you will do very well in Morocco. I searched for general physicians and dentists there and discovered there is a shortage of them per population segment. You just need to start learning French and/or Arabic and you ... Read More
English-speaking expats in Marrakesh
hi there lifeteach. I am moving to Marrakech on 4 january. Let's meet for coffee. Robert Read More
Attention People with Restaurant Experience! by RobertfromCalifornia
I am going to try and open a small, a HEALTHY, American style fast-food in Morocco, (possibly in Marrakech or Casa, depending on space I can find), and I would like to meet people who have been in the restaurant industry in ANY occupation to get ...
Denis, thanks for contacting me. Is it 100% you are moving to Morocco? And if so, what city exactly? Tell me more about your restaurant experience. You know that my concept is just a simple, small fast-food style yes? And for a partner, I have to ... Read More
Attention People with Restaurant Experience! by RobertfromCalifornia
I am going to try and open a small, a HEALTHY, American style fast-food in Morocco, (possibly in Marrakech or Casa, depending on space I can find), and I would like to meet people who have been in the restaurant industry in ANY occupation to get ...
Hi Gilen,thanks for contacting me. I would like to meet you for coffee one day if you can. what is your number? What kind of business are you setting up? I chose Marrakech because it's more touristy and and I want to capture that market as well as ... Read More
Attention People with Restaurant Experience! by RobertfromCalifornia
I am going to try and open a small, a HEALTHY, American style fast-food in Morocco, (possibly in Marrakech or Casa, depending on space I can find), and I would like to meet people who have been in the restaurant industry in ANY occupation to get ...
Taramal, hi.. I have several years working in fast-food places but more importantly, I love to cook and experiment much. I have been business-minded since the age of 5 when I worked at my parent's little grocery market. I have started different ... Read More
Attention People with Restaurant Experience! by RobertfromCalifornia
I am going to try and open a small, a HEALTHY, American style fast-food in Morocco, (possibly in Marrakech or Casa, depending on space I can find), and I would like to meet people who have been in the restaurant industry in ANY occupation to get ...
Halim, thanks for your input. My favorite food is Asian but my focus at the moment is American style. I did much research and found there really isn't authentic American style foods in Morocco. McDonalds and Burger king and KFC do not count. The ... Read More
hello Rabat by Lorelee
hello. we just arrived in rabat 3 weeks ago. we will be living here for the next 4 years. I am married with 2 kids and i dont speak any word of French (or Arabic). It would be nice to meet open-minded, easy going, non complicated people who ...
hi everybody, I'm moving to Morocco this December and would like to make friends from all over! I am Iraqi-American born and raised in the US and wanting to start a new life. I will be opening an American fast-food restaurant in Marrakech and will ... Read More
Attention People with Restaurant Experience! by RobertfromCalifornia
I am going to try and open a small, a HEALTHY, American style fast-food in Morocco, (possibly in Marrakech or Casa, depending on space I can find), and I would like to meet people who have been in the restaurant industry in ANY occupation to get ...
Yakindo, please give me your contact information. thanks, Robert Read More
Attention People with Restaurant Experience!
I am going to try and open a small, a HEALTHY, American style fast-food in Morocco, (possibly in Marrakech or Casa, depending on space I can find), and I would like to meet people who have been in the restaurant industry in ANY occupation to get ... Read More
english speaking expats in marrakech by barriem.
hi, i'm originally from new york and i've been living and working in marrakech for almost two years. always wondering what other english speaking expats are up to...drop me a line if you're in or around marrakech! thanks! barrie
Hi Barrie, I am moving to Morocco this December to start a new life and business. I hope we can meet up for coffee/lunch when I arrive. I am looking at Marrakech for my new dwelling place. I'm coming from San Diego, CA. Please send me a message ... Read More
Looking for company in Marrakech by travel2live
Hi, I just move to Marrakech about 3 weeks ago from New York. I like the city, but miss to talk to someone in English and also looking for some company. I don't know anyone here and feel quite lonely. Are there any other English speakers that ...
hi Jana, I am moving to Morocco this December and will be in Marrakech to start a new life and business. I am opening a small american style healthy fast food restaurant there. Would love to meet up. All will be foreign to me but I visited Morocco ... Read More
Moving to the US, but parents and siblings stay home by truedreams
Hi all, I am seriously considering moving to California because life there seems to me more attractive than in my native France. I like my home country, but the lifestyle does not fit me nor my husband. On the contrary, my parents and my brother ...
Hi everyone! It seems many people are interested in moving to the US, especially to California. Please make sure you do all the research first before you make a permanent move because you may not be happy after you arrive...or you may love it. If ... Read More
Tips for 2 month stay in Rabat by Cinnabon
Hi all, I'm an American student who will be doing an internship this summer during June and July in Rabat. I'll be working at Chouhada (that might be a building's name...not really sure) for the CCDH, and I'm looking for some tips as I begin to ...
hi there, I was in Morocco last December and I stayed mostly in apartments. The site I used was: homelidays.co.uk Check it out. It's awesome and I will use it again when I move this year to Morocco. Robert Read More
Move to San Diego
Hi there, Salamat! In San Diego, there are Indonesians who go to college at Grossmont College. It's in a city called La Mesa. I was there for a couple years and remembered there were a lot of Indonesians. Also, look up on google Indonesian clubs in ... Read More
Telecommunications in California by Yud
Hello dear Members, Can you please list some of the main [b]Internet Service providers[/b] in California? You may also include the cost related to their Internet subscription. Another issue related to the telecommunication topic, is [b]mobile ...
ISP's in California: Many of the major phone companies offer an internet plan but often they make you bundle other services with them. The average monthly cost for high speed internet at home will cost around $40-60 per month. Interestingly, the ... Read More
Best area in OC to live in for families
HI Kelly, I agree with Jess on the locations that are good in OC. It also depends on where your work is and where to live because traffic IS BADDDDD! On the infamous 405 freeway, it takes 45min or more just to get between two points that are only 10 ... Read More
Bank accounts/social security number by davee
Hey guys, does anyone know if its possible to set up a bank account and social security number prior to arriving in the states on a H1B visa?
hi there, the answer is NO. American banks are the worst to do business with. You have to be here in person to open an account because of the new laws that were put in by Bush with the whole anti terror crap. There IS a bank I do business with that ... Read More
Health care in California 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 ...
hi Armand, anytime. just ask. robert Read More
Need info on what it's like living in California? Contact me by RobertfromCalifornia
I was raised in California and lived in San Francisco and San Diego for a total of 33 years and know everything about the state.
Hi Kultart, don't worry about learning the American way...It will come over time like everywhere you go. What I suggest is don't just count on the internship you have coming. Try and line up other things ASAP. It's about job survival and in America ... Read More
Health care in California 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 ...
hi all. Healthcare in America is criminal. It is SO expensive and you get less AND still have to pay high premiums and deductibles and you still have to win your claim against the insurance company. It really is BAD. As for California, it's pretty ... Read More
Moving to California, San Diego by Sabah
Hello everyone, I am planning to give to my life a new turn, and I think it's never to late to do it. I would like to live in the states as I already had an opportunity to live there a year and I really enjoyed it. I would like also to give to my ...
Some briefs on San Diego: For jobs, it's best to search the local papers like San Diego Union Tribune, Craigslist, Monster, Careerbuilder, and check out individual companies you're interested in that have a site in San Diego. Also, go online to ... Read More
Moving to California, San Diego by Sabah
Hello everyone, I am planning to give to my life a new turn, and I think it's never to late to do it. I would like to live in the states as I already had an opportunity to live there a year and I really enjoyed it. I would like also to give to my ...
hi there everyone. If you want to live in California I can give you guidance because I was raised throughout in the state. I lived in San Francisco/Oakland for 7 years and finished college there. I lived in San Diego for over 20 years and have ... Read More
Need info on what it's like living in California? Contact me by RobertfromCalifornia
I was raised in California and lived in San Francisco and San Diego for a total of 33 years and know everything about the state.
Christine, I can't seem to send messages still. Please help. thanks, robert Read More
Need info on what it's like living in California? Contact me by RobertfromCalifornia
I was raised in California and lived in San Francisco and San Diego for a total of 33 years and know everything about the state.
Kultart, now where in Europe are you coming from? This helps with determining cost of living differences. Generally, Europeans do very well living anywhere in the US. For schools for kids, I would only recommend private schools because the public ... Read More
Need info on what it's like living in California? Contact me by RobertfromCalifornia
I was raised in California and lived in San Francisco and San Diego for a total of 33 years and know everything about the state.
Hi Kultart. If you are moving to San Diego soon, just contact me. Now for Belmont, we have a park named that but the town is in Northern California. So are you moving to Southern or Northern Californa? they are two different cultural personalities! ... Read More
Need info on what it's like living in California? Contact me
I was raised in California and lived in San Francisco and San Diego for a total of 33 years and know everything about the state. Read More