flipfinger
Welsh expat in England
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Registration: 06 July 2009
Help getting belongings out, Tripoli & Benghazi, House clearance. by officeboy
Hey guy's Send me a PM with your e-mail address and a colleague will contact you regarding packing up of houses and shipping stuff out. I'll be in Benghazi next week for a few days, will update on situation when I return. OB
Have just been informed that my apartment in Regatta was stripped bare, even down to the wardrobes, so that's everything I own, including sentimental items and family photos gone. Personally, I hope whoever took it all trips on the electrical ... Read More
Help getting belongings out, Tripoli & Benghazi, House clearance. by officeboy
Hey guy's Send me a PM with your e-mail address and a colleague will contact you regarding packing up of houses and shipping stuff out. I'll be in Benghazi next week for a few days, will update on situation when I return. OB
Does anyone have any info on getting stuff out of Regatta, or is that a complete impossibility at the mo? I'd like to get my stuff back... Read More
Problems registering O2 SIM cards on Libyana? by Fifer
Since yesterday, my O2 SIM has refused to register on Libyana. Was working fine before. Tried another phone just in case - but same same. Anyone else have issues, or know if this is going to be an on-going problem?
Yeah have a dual sim phone running my o2 and almadar sims.. My family have been calling both of my numbers but neither are working. Local calls and texts are ok, but nothing international working. Read More
Problems registering O2 SIM cards on Libyana? by Fifer
Since yesterday, my O2 SIM has refused to register on Libyana. Was working fine before. Tried another phone just in case - but same same. Anyone else have issues, or know if this is going to be an on-going problem?
Mine registers, but no incoming texts and the dial back service won't work.. poss something to do with all the kerfuffle yesterday... Read More
Safety Warning by Clansman
This morning whilst walking into work (Dahra) I had my laptop bag (no laptop in it) grabbed by a passing car, now I am 6 feet tall and weigh about 85 kilos, the car took me off my feet and dragged me along the road until the bags strap snapped. I ...
As if MOI would ever be pedantic.. Never was good at those fairground 'guess your weight' thingies tho!! Actually it's prob a good thing Boyo wasn't there, you'd both have ended up in jail somewhere making new 'friends' ;-p Read More
The "elephant in the room" - staying safe by ExpatLibyan
I am sure everyone is concerned about thursday and the romours of a possible uprising. Maybe we should all share advice on ways to stay safe....
I am actually concerned, but I try not to make decisions based on rumours. Does anyone have any CONFIRMED information regarding the protest on Thursday? Not chinese whispers please, actual facts. Read More
Safety Warning by Clansman
This morning whilst walking into work (Dahra) I had my laptop bag (no laptop in it) grabbed by a passing car, now I am 6 feet tall and weigh about 85 kilos, the car took me off my feet and dragged me along the road until the bags strap snapped. I ...
Jeez dude.. hope you're ok. You're never six feet tho... ;-p Read More
Persons with placards by Theiman
A driver of ours was turned back from the Gargaresh near the round about due to persons unknown demonstrating something. Anyone confirm this?
Hopefully the mods are logging ip addresses... Read More
Cash machines that triple charge.. by flipfinger
In the year and a half that i've been here pretty much every time I use a cash machine over here I either get duplicate or triplicate charges on my account. The extra amounts get refunded to my account eventually, but I was just wondering if anyone ...
Thanks for that Riz, am actually very much aware of having multiple transactions as this was what the thread was about.. although the question was actually to find out if anyone else was having the same experience... However. Very happy for you ... Read More
Cash machines that triple charge.. by flipfinger
In the year and a half that i've been here pretty much every time I use a cash machine over here I either get duplicate or triplicate charges on my account. The extra amounts get refunded to my account eventually, but I was just wondering if anyone ...
I only use a Visa debit card here, and the transactions are usually the same day and time, and also the same exchange rate (which is how I think the local bank picks up that it's a duplicate). Just gets a bit annoying having to phone Barclays once ... Read More
Cash machines that triple charge.. by flipfinger
In the year and a half that i've been here pretty much every time I use a cash machine over here I either get duplicate or triplicate charges on my account. The extra amounts get refunded to my account eventually, but I was just wondering if anyone ...
It's usually an Aman Bank one,doesn't matter if it's one of the ones on Gargaresh or either Souk Thalat or Regatta machines.. Husseins, I think you're misunderstanding me. I know where the cash machines are, and the bank fee per transaction isn't ... Read More
Cash machines that triple charge..
In the year and a half that i've been here pretty much every time I use a cash machine over here I either get duplicate or triplicate charges on my account. The extra amounts get refunded to my account eventually, but I was just wondering if anyone ... Read More
waha oil company !!!! National Oil Company - URGENT by mark_smith
Hi all Please let me know the following asap about waha oil petroleum!!! 1- How is the work culture ??? (is it truly multicultural company,chances of getting promoted , work environment ) for town based - Tripoli office 2 - Came to know that ...
Hi, please find the following: WAHA Tripoli based: - You will get 250 for every first 3 month as transportation allowance and 2k for relocationI feel the need to point out that not everyone gets either a) the transportation allowance or b) the ... Read More
waha oil company !!!! National Oil Company - URGENT by mark_smith
Hi all Please let me know the following asap about waha oil petroleum!!! 1- How is the work culture ??? (is it truly multicultural company,chances of getting promoted , work environment ) for town based - Tripoli office 2 - Came to know that ...
I was there few years ago and was fired as collateral by one stupid midget.:lol::lol::lol::lol::lol::lol::lol::lol: Read More
how much is a fair price for used Wimax
You can buy a cheaper package but you're basically paying for fewer months - 40 lyd per month. The dongle is around 100 dinars depending on which shop you buy it at, and the rest is your credit. Best bet is to call 116, check how much your balance ... Read More
LTT WiMAX by Sandman6
Anyone else getting bollox bandwidth? It's been crap here in sticksville Janzour since Saturday...:mad:
The ZTETU25 modem drivers are not compatible with Windows7, LTT didn't bother to update them. There are convoluted ways of getting it to work but from my experience the best solution is to purchase the Huawei EcholifeMB325 modem (the white dongle) ... Read More
LTT WiMAX by Sandman6
Anyone else getting bollox bandwidth? It's been crap here in sticksville Janzour since Saturday...:mad:
So.. got a nice new shiny laptop running Windows 7 (Don't like it). 1. It crashes if I unplug my wimax 2. It connects for 20 seconds, then it's fooked.. 3. Green light is still lit on the modem (ZTETU25)even tho i've disconnected it. 4. Have ... Read More
6 month multiple exit/entry visa's - Boring I know! by Tarkus
I know this isn't half as exciting as posts on iPads or curry houses but all the same it is one I need an answer on if possible. Do I need to get my 10 dinar green triangular stamp put in my passport every time I re enter Libya - some people have ...
K I have a query: if you're here for more than 60 days on a six month multi entry business visa, what's the fine you have to pay, and where do you pay it? Kinda urgent query, gotta fly back to the UK cos my mum has been taken into hospital and i'm ... Read More
motorcycle in tripoli
There's a small place on Gargaresh, just down from NOC camp that has KTMs, no idea what the prices are like tho. I left my RVF in the UK, did consider bringing it over but changed that opinion once I got here... Read More
private tutoring by catherineabradley
Does anyone know how much an hour of private tutoring is going for here in Libya. Thanks so much
Good grief.. toys/pram/boring.. Catherine, good luck with your search, hope it works out for you :) There are always locals asking for english tutors where I work, if I hear of anything i'll inbox you. Read More
private tutoring by catherineabradley
Does anyone know how much an hour of private tutoring is going for here in Libya. Thanks so much
Erm.. did I miss something? lol Read More
Palm city, regatta- prices by kasialip5
I found a lot info about Palm CIty and regatta, but haven't found how much does it cost to rent an apartament or small house there? I also found an info that the contract for rent house on this camps is sign in for 5 years. Is it true? Thnx for any ...
Oh yeah, stopped at the side gate today too. Can't wait to get the fuck out of here. Read More
Palm city, regatta- prices by kasialip5
I found a lot info about Palm CIty and regatta, but haven't found how much does it cost to rent an apartament or small house there? I also found an info that the contract for rent house on this camps is sign in for 5 years. Is it true? Thnx for any ...
A goon is a goon, irrespective of what colour skin they have. Personally, I've never had any problems whatsoever with the street guards and I don't give a crap what colour they are, as long as you're nice to me i'm nice back. The guards on the ... Read More
Palm city, regatta- prices by kasialip5
I found a lot info about Palm CIty and regatta, but haven't found how much does it cost to rent an apartament or small house there? I also found an info that the contract for rent house on this camps is sign in for 5 years. Is it true? Thnx for any ...
No it was the megalomaniacal goons on the main gate... delightful specimens of genepools gone wrong that they are... I'm working on calm. I'm just not sure how long it will last. I feel a handy photoshopcreateapass moment coming up... Read More
Why don't they use the baby chair???? by mp_garcia
Can anyone explain to me why parents/adults do not use the baby chairs for their children while driving? The other day I saw a girl seated on the car window, with her body outside the car, on the drivers side and we were in 11 of June!!!! Don't ...
Unless of course it's to put the car in reverse and go back over em... Sorry. Happy little soul today.. Read More
Palm city, regatta- prices by kasialip5
I found a lot info about Palm CIty and regatta, but haven't found how much does it cost to rent an apartament or small house there? I also found an info that the contract for rent house on this camps is sign in for 5 years. Is it true? Thnx for any ...
They're just being wankers because he's staying with me and one of the guards (the one who groped me a few months back) doesn't like it. And never mind him taking them down, when I get home from work i'll be knocking some arseholes out... Read More
Palm city, regatta- prices by kasialip5
I found a lot info about Palm CIty and regatta, but haven't found how much does it cost to rent an apartament or small house there? I also found an info that the contract for rent house on this camps is sign in for 5 years. Is it true? Thnx for any ...
while Regatta has scruffy, Neanderthal, jobsworth goons - and that's being generous)Biggest understatement there ever was. My bloke was just escorted off by security. Arseholes. Read More
Chiropractors in Tripoli by flipfinger
Does anyone know if there are any chiropractors here, I've got more than a few back problems due to having fractured vertebrae in the past and I tweaked my back a few days ago.. I'm now on day four of a constant headache, not to mention the back and ...
Nope, just moved a chair.. A few months back I slipped in the shower and had a couple weeks of back spasm, and it's been pretty flakey since then. I'd been problem free for a few years thanks to keeping the muscles in a good state but once I fell.. ... Read More
Chiropractors in Tripoli by flipfinger
Does anyone know if there are any chiropractors here, I've got more than a few back problems due to having fractured vertebrae in the past and I tweaked my back a few days ago.. I'm now on day four of a constant headache, not to mention the back and ...
Would probably take over a week just to get my exit visa issued.. ah the joys. I'll have work send me to the oil clinic tomorrow, but they'll prob just do what they did before and give me a bunch of painkillers and muscle relaxants.. fine in the ... Read More
Chiropractors in Tripoli
Does anyone know if there are any chiropractors here, I've got more than a few back problems due to having fractured vertebrae in the past and I tweaked my back a few days ago.. I'm now on day four of a constant headache, not to mention the back and ... Read More
Gym for ladies in Tripoli? by Jenni Red
I've seen the really nice gym discussed on the Benghazi forum - but can anyone tell me if there is a good gym for ladies, in either the downtown or Ben Ashour areas of Tripoli? Need opening times, what they offer, and how much it costs. If there ...
Or... you could have your own personal trainer, who comes to your house, and trains you in-situ :) Inbox me if you'd like details :)...yeah right, ...i don't like guys coming in my "situ", although i'd get ur butt in shape in no time, babe...Wow. ... Read More
Gym for ladies in Tripoli? by Jenni Red
I've seen the really nice gym discussed on the Benghazi forum - but can anyone tell me if there is a good gym for ladies, in either the downtown or Ben Ashour areas of Tripoli? Need opening times, what they offer, and how much it costs. If there ...
Or... you could have your own personal trainer, who comes to your house, and trains you in-situ :) Inbox me if you'd like details :) Read More
Gym for Ladies by Wend
4 Seasons Gym is a fab place to spend an afternoon swimming in a small but clean pool, relaxing in the Hammam or having a treatment ranging from facials to cellulite treatments. There's also a fitness centre. Membership for 1 month is around 100 ...
Have you considered a personal trainer? My fiancee is looking to build up his client list around Regatta/Janzour/Seraj areas, he can do in-home sessions as well as outdoor bootcamps and training, groups, one-2-one and 'bring a mate' sessions.. ... Read More
IKEA furniture in Libya by hotmani
hello every one, i am new to the blog, i am local and just got back to live in libya after some years in dubai, i am thinking about opening a furniture shop that sells IKEA product but still thinking over and over again,i allready mad a research on ...
They don't have that much ikea stuff, just a few items. Its close to the NOC camp, opposite side of the road. I tend to call it the Tefal shop cos it sells a lot of their products too... Read More
IKEA furniture in Libya by hotmani
hello every one, i am new to the blog, i am local and just got back to live in libya after some years in dubai, i am thinking about opening a furniture shop that sells IKEA product but still thinking over and over again,i allready mad a research on ...
I love ikea stuff and would love to be able to get it over here, but as the shop on Gargaresh sells 拢1.50 tea light lanterns (3LYD) for 12 LYD I have to admit i'm a bit narked at the price mark up. Cover costs by all means, but don't rip people ... Read More
Your opinion matters: contacts VS friends system by Julien
Hi, I am currently redesigning the contact system, and I have a few questions. What name would you choose for this feature, "Contacts list" or "Friends list" ? Could you please vote here? http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/PNCLQ6B Thanks, Julien
ROTFL Yup, that must be it... :D Read More
soon to be moving to Tripoli by ellisec
Hi all I am a 23yo female and In 1-2 weeks i will be moving to Tripoli, Regatta to be more precice so i have been told by my employer. I am just wondering how people meet over there since there isnt really any nightlife. Are there many things to ...
I am sure you have been added as a contact by a few already.:lol: :)LOLOLOLOLOLOL :D Altho if she's working for the same company as me the multi-entry visa thing will NOT happen... :( Read More
Your opinion matters: contacts VS friends system by Julien
Hi, I am currently redesigning the contact system, and I have a few questions. What name would you choose for this feature, "Contacts list" or "Friends list" ? Could you please vote here? http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/PNCLQ6B Thanks, Julien
Yeah especially when i'm such an arse about it :D Read More
Your opinion matters: contacts VS friends system by Julien
Hi, I am currently redesigning the contact system, and I have a few questions. What name would you choose for this feature, "Contacts list" or "Friends list" ? Could you please vote here? http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/PNCLQ6B Thanks, Julien
Yay, thanks Julien, you rock :) Read More
soon to be moving to Tripoli by ellisec
Hi all I am a 23yo female and In 1-2 weeks i will be moving to Tripoli, Regatta to be more precice so i have been told by my employer. I am just wondering how people meet over there since there isnt really any nightlife. Are there many things to ...
Hi Ellise, Which company are you going to be working for. (sorry, no question mark my keyboard is busted!) There's a fairly good expat social scene over here once you get to know the right people. :) Read More
Your opinion matters: contacts VS friends system by Julien
Hi, I am currently redesigning the contact system, and I have a few questions. What name would you choose for this feature, "Contacts list" or "Friends list" ? Could you please vote here? http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/PNCLQ6B Thanks, Julien
Yay, i'm all for Contacts.. however i'd still like to know if the board is going to be changed so that random people can't add you as a 'Contact' without first getting your approval! Yet another 'hey sweety' message has arrived in my inbox, and yet ... Read More
PLEASE CLICK IF YOU LIVE IN REGATTA by winafrica
Julien could not open a room for us. :) Did anyone know that every thursday there is live music event in the sea side restaurant.? How could we share this information in between Regatta dwellers,i am trying to make a private blog but ...
As a Regatta resident for over a year now i'd just like to say that it might not be that easy to get in, even if you say you're going to the restaurant.. it's all dependent on which guards are on the gate, and what kind of mood they're in... Read More
LTT WiMAX by Sandman6
Anyone else getting bollox bandwidth? It's been crap here in sticksville Janzour since Saturday...:mad:
Any news on the supposed wimax system upgrade? It's been shite in Regatta, but only on one type of modem (my friend has a diff modem and that works just fine). I initially thought they'd copped on to us going over the download limit but now it's ... Read More
Tourist visa extension by flipfinger
Howdy folks, Although I have asked on another thread I decided to start a new one to see if I could get a little more info. Does anyone know if it is possible to extend a libyan tourist visa. The original invitation was done through an agency, ...
He got here on the 25th of march, so he's valid til the 23rd of april. The agency simply don't want to know, so i've been given phone numbers for a few other people. Thank you for your help tho. Read More
Tourist visa extension
Howdy folks, Although I have asked on another thread I decided to start a new one to see if I could get a little more info. Does anyone know if it is possible to extend a libyan tourist visa. The original invitation was done through an agency, ... Read More
help with visa for partner by meego33
hello, i have been offered a job in libya and intend to bring my unmarried partner. i really need help on how to do this. we are heterosexual, should i aim to get her in on a tourist visa (in which case tours are super-costly) or as a spouse - not ...
Great... any idea who the right person is then... Read More
help with visa for partner by meego33
hello, i have been offered a job in libya and intend to bring my unmarried partner. i really need help on how to do this. we are heterosexual, should i aim to get her in on a tourist visa (in which case tours are super-costly) or as a spouse - not ...
Anyone know if you can get tourist visas extended, currently have my other half over here with me, but he'd like to stay longer and the agency I originally did it with are being complete and utter arseholes... all info appreciated. Read More
LTT WiMAX by Sandman6
Anyone else getting bollox bandwidth? It's been crap here in sticksville Janzour since Saturday...:mad:
I'm in Regatta and frankly it's been shite for the last few days... losing connection constantly to the point where I just gave up and switched it all off... It was either that or start smashing things! :) Read More
Alcohol Withdrawal by sinuhem
I had been just over a week in Tripoli and I am having alcohol withdrawals. Does anybody know how I can find some alcohol, beer or anything? I will not be able to go to Malta until late February. Please help.
Feel quite gutted that I missed it now lol :) Read More
Tripoli
Dude, seriously.. you're from Newport? As in Newport Gwent?? Lol small world... Welcome to Tripoli :) Read More
single female by Hilton
hi all expat i look for single female for outgoing. thx
Incidentally, is anyone else getting irritated with the sudden influx of men adding them as contacts without even having had a conversation about anything?? Seriously starting to nark me. Note to selves people: If we haven't had any kind of chat, ... Read More
single female by Hilton
hi all expat i look for single female for outgoing. thx
Incidentally, is anyone else getting irritated with the sudden influx of men adding them as contacts without even having had a conversation about anything?? Seriously starting to nark me. Note to selves people: If we haven't had any kind of chat, ... Read More
single female by Hilton
hi all expat i look for single female for outgoing. thx
You aren't fooling anyone buddy. Shame on you for insinuating that expat woman are your little play things. Now why don't you run off and take a long walk off a short pier?LOLOLOLOLOLOL Well said :) Read More
single female by Hilton
hi all expat i look for single female for outgoing. thx
Thank you Julien for the info.. tho I think i'll give it a miss ;-p Read More
single female by Hilton
hi all expat i look for single female for outgoing. thx
Wow. Didn't realise this was a dating site... :-S Read More
Ladies Hairstylist / beauty salon by flipfinger
Howdy all, Was wondering if anyone could recommend (i.e., they've been there so know for DEFINITE) a really good ladies hairstylist in Tripoli?? Would need to be english speaking as I don't fancy coming out with a crew cut due to errors in ...
yeah i'm a member of the Yahoo group Americans in Libya.. its where I got the number from originally :( But thank you for trying :) Hopefully, wherever she is she'll reappear soon and i'll be saved from having hair like a scarecrow :D Read More
Ladies Hairstylist / beauty salon
Howdy all, Was wondering if anyone could recommend (i.e., they've been there so know for DEFINITE) a really good ladies hairstylist in Tripoli?? Would need to be english speaking as I don't fancy coming out with a crew cut due to errors in ... Read More
Social Life in Libya by AndrewLibya1
Hi All, I am looking to relocate from London to Tripoli in August on my known and am wondering about the social side of life in this part of the world. I have been unable to find information about sports clubs etc, if any, and generally how expats ...
Here's a copy of an email I was sent regarding stuff to do :) A quick summary of social activities in TIP Caledonian Society 聳 has about 5 or 6 functions a year Venue: Someone聮 home or the Oasis (British Embassy) Email: ... Read More
Electronics supplies
I'm looking for a PCI to serial card.. if anyone sees one of these anywhere could ya let me know?? Sorry for being cheeky and jumping on ya post Sandman :D Read More
Marks & Spencer by Gibraltar
Dear all I believe there is a Marks & Spencer in Tripoli. Do you know if they carry some food items such as cereal and cans of things? Just asking as our daughter eats the organic cereal and pasta from there. G
From what I gather, its mostly clothes and stuff.. No food :( I was hoping i'd be able to get Marmite there but no joy, and had to have someone bring me some over from London :( Read More
Social Life in Libya by AndrewLibya1
Hi All, I am looking to relocate from London to Tripoli in August on my known and am wondering about the social side of life in this part of the world. I have been unable to find information about sports clubs etc, if any, and generally how expats ...
Enjela - like bonjela, but with an En... :D Like Angel said, its about meeting people and joining in with as much as possible. I've noticed there's a bit of a trend of people having contacts for various things and then being all cagey when asked ... Read More
Satellite TV in Libya by Sandman6
This may be of interest to anyone wanting satellite TV channels. I have 2 x 90cm dishes, one fixed and locked on the W6 satellite, the other dish is motorized and I can get three other satellites with this: - HotBird - ASTRA - BADR These are ...
Oi Oi Geoff! :) As a footnote, for those of you having to make the sometimes weekly, sometimes daily trip to the satellite shop to get your cards/boxes updated, please contact me if you would like to cut out the middleman and find out how to update ... Read More