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Jo Ann

Jo Ann

@Jo Ann

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Angolan expat in France

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About me

Angolan

Lives in Caen

Speaks Fran莽ais, English, Portugu锚s

Registration: 04 April 2006

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I've been lurking for years (whoops) by Jo Ann

Hey there! I've been a member of this forum for over 10 years, but life being life, I've drafted away for a long while. Travels weren't part of my normal anymore, my annual trips had a surviving purpose and the excitement and discovery ...

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@WhereDoIGoNext Hi, not at all. Angola is a former Portuguese province. :-) Read More

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15 years ago

Bora Bora visa ???

Dear....Hi Mahamoud Please don't hijack a post to promote your business. Ibrahjette's question is clear enogh Bora Bora does not translate to Libyan desert Rgds ELDeleted. ;-) Read More

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15 years ago

Hello from Ohio

Hello Valerie, welcome! I'm moving your thread to the UK board. :-) Read More

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15 years ago

I'new in sydney

Hi there, Karine. Welcome! What are you doing in Australia? I'm moving your thread to the Aussie board! Read More

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15 years ago
Moranghinha

Austrian local would like to meet internationals in Vienna! by Moranghinha

Hello All! I am happy to join this network and would like to introduce myself to you. I am a 29 years old female and I am working now for more than 2 years in an international company in Vienna with many expat colleagues. I was born in Autria and ...

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Welcome Moranghinha! I'll redirecting your thread to the Vienna board. :-) Read More

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15 years ago

AR RAHMAN IN CONCERT AT PARIS the 17th July 2010 J-7!!!!!!!!!

(For those looking: click away) Read More

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15 years ago

AR RAHMAN IN CONCERT AT PARIS the 17th July 2010 J-7!!!!!!!!!

I love AR Rahman! Enjoy yourselves! :-) Read More

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15 years ago
RFd

My first message to a forum. by RFd

Hello to whoever reads this. And Thanks! I am both new to Norway and new to blogging, hopefully both will be catastrophe free. I am slowly getting used to the cost of things here - I dont seem to notice spending 20Nok for an ice lolly or up to ...

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Welcome Rowena! Where are you from? Read More

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15 years ago
annaholness

PLEASE HELP! Looking for work in Buenos Aires! by annaholness

Hi there, I am a British girl desperately looking for work here in Buenos Aires and am, so far, having no luck whatsoever. My Spanish skills are basic so that limits me somewhat but I am happy to do anything just to start receiving an income. Does ...

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Hey there Anna, I'm moving your thread to the Buenos Aires forum. Read More

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15 years ago

Sunday 11-July-2010 Meeting to enjoy the final of the world Cup

Hey there, we can post that message on the Facebook page if you'd like? Read More

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15 years ago

why we wanna leave our hometown?

italy is full of egyptians, and i know a lot who are illegal immigrants.What is it supposed to mean? Read More

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16 years ago
USExpat

Looking for Filipina Housemaid by USExpat

I'm a US diplomat living in Riyadh who is looking for a live-in Filipina housemaid for a two-year contract (perhaps longer.) I have a 4-bedroom house on the Diplomatic Quarter, but as my family is not here the employee could also work at other US ...

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My requirement is good looking ladySo now one has to be goodlooking to clean houses?This is getting better and better. Read More

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16 years ago

Am I being unrealistic?

Hello Terrier, welcome on board. I hope you find the answers to your question ! Read More

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16 years ago

Student

Hey there, Robin. What kind of research are you doing ? Read More

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16 years ago

Who is in Acapulco

Torriani, you'd have more responses if posted on the right board ;-) I'm moving this thread to the Mexican forum. Read More

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16 years ago

best restaurants in Riyadh

Hi there. Moving your thread to the appropriate board. Read More

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16 years ago

APARTMENT FOR RENT : WISMA GADING PERMAI - NORTH JAKARTA

Please use the classifieds. Read More

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16 years ago

Anyone Bangalore?

Hi there. I'm moving your thread to the Indian board. Read More

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16 years ago
pinkybona@hotmail.com

Hello... by pinkybona@hotmail.com

Anyone knows about cooking classes or make up courses in Kuala Lumpur ? Ty

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Ty, I'm moving your thread to the KL board. Read More

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16 years ago
euka

New member by euka

Hi. I am new here. I am a Russian expat living in KL. I signed up mainly to meet other expats living here. I sent a few messages and then was told to write on the forum, otherwise messages don't go through... A strange procedure, but rules must be ...

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Euka, I'm redirecting your thread to the KL forum. Sarah, please start a new thread in the Australian forum, thank you. Read More

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16 years ago
Momx3children

Looking for advice on childcare by Momx3children

Hi, My husband and I will be moving to Libya with his work in the next 6 months. I have two small children and by the time I arrive I will have a newborn. Can someone tell me if is is easy to get a nanny in Libya, what the process is, average ...

Jo Ann

Hi there. I redirected the thread to the Lybian forum. Read More

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16 years ago
mariar1215

my son by mariar1215

i like to move to malta but i need more information about the kids..if i workhwo can take care of him and how much that will cost

Jo Ann

Maria, there are a few threads about children, as Ricky pointed out. Here ! :-) Read More

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16 years ago
mariar1215

my son by mariar1215

i like to move to malta but i need more information about the kids..if i workhwo can take care of him and how much that will cost

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Hey there Maria, have you read the other threads on the forum ? Read More

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16 years ago

ACCOMMODATION - nice flat

Hey there, please use the classifieds :-) Read More

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16 years ago
Artaz

South Africa to New Zealand by Artaz

My family and I moved out from South Africa to New Zealand almost 3 years ago now. We all love it here and have no intention of moving back to SA. I did make one HUGE mistake with the move though, and that was to use a immigration service. This ...

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Welcome Artaz ! I understand what you're saying. When I went to live in Jo'burg in 1998, my neighbourhood (Morningside in Sandton) was cozy and all. I really loved it. And when I left in 2001, my street was already private with electric gates and ... Read More

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16 years ago

Hei!

Hey there ! :-) How are you adjusting ? Read More

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16 years ago

Hi there.. I am new..

Hello Kelv, welcome. I hope you find the answers you need in the forum. Read More

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16 years ago
jumpmaster0451

New to the blog but, not the country.... by jumpmaster0451

Hello everyone, as you can tell, I'm not exactly "blog-savvy" but, here I am. I've lived in Kuwait a total of about 3.5 years, not all of it concurrently. I'm not exactly sure what to say but, if any of you out there are new to Kuwait, or the GCC ...

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Hey there Allen, welcome. I'm moving your topic to the Kuwait board. Read More

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16 years ago

Any South Africans in Burgos?

Hey there, what about introducing yourself ? Read More

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16 years ago

Visa/Passport

Hey there Infa... What are your plans in Bordeaux ? Read More

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16 years ago

French Friend :-)

Welcome back, then, Juliette :-) Read More

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16 years ago
Zuzanna

being in a relationship with a partner who聮s different nationality by Zuzanna

Do you find it challenging or exciting being in a relationship with a partner who聮s different nationality? How is it different to being with someone who speaks the same language, have the same traditions, remembers the same cartoons, and misses the ...

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Do you find it challenging or exciting being in a relationship with a partner who聮s different nationality? How is it different to being with someone who speaks the same language, have the same traditions, remembers the same cartoons, and misses the ... Read More

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16 years ago
Zuzanna

being in a relationship with a partner who聮s different nationality by Zuzanna

Do you find it challenging or exciting being in a relationship with a partner who聮s different nationality? How is it different to being with someone who speaks the same language, have the same traditions, remembers the same cartoons, and misses the ...

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I don't know, but since I was a kid, I knew I wouldn't get married to a man that came from my own country. Maybe I've been abroad for way too long ! :-) Read More

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16 years ago
Helen85

South African looking to work & live in France by Helen85

I am a young South African woman looking to work and live in France for a period of about 1 to 2 years. I have travelled to France previously on holiday and absolutely fell in love with the people, the culture and the lifestyle. Although I am not ...

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Hey there Helen. From what I've seen, many English-speaking people come to France and teach English in private schools for adults. Is it something you may want to check out ? Read More

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16 years ago
ECS

do those of you living abroad plan to return to your home countries? by ECS

I moved abroad with no specific plan of how long it would be but as things develop it's looking more and more likely that my life won't include returning back to my home country. So I'm wondering, are those of you living abroad now planning to ...

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When I left Angola for the xxxth time (I've moved a lot since I was born), I knew I would only be back to visit my family. Although I said at the time I would go back, deep down inside of me, I didn't want to. Read More

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16 years ago

Flat - roommate

Hey Michael, have you tried the classifieds ? Read More

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16 years ago

Let the games begin

Hello everyone ! So, the Winter Olympics games started last night. For those of you living in Vancouver, how does it affect your day to day life ? Let us know ! :-) Read More

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16 years ago
expat.com

Going out in Johannesburg by expat.com

Hi there, Which are your 10 favorite places to go out in Johannesburg? Which places would you recommend to newcomers? (restaurants, pubs, discos, theaters, cinemas, concert halls...) Thanks!

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Waldorph, well, that's thorough. Thanks for the tips ! I haven't heard of many of those spots when I was in Jo'burg... Maybe didn't have a clue either :-D Read More

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16 years ago

Looking for someone to visit San Francisco from the 17 to the 20 April

Hi Hortense, I'm redirecting to the SF board ! Read More

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16 years ago

Granada next stop!

Hey Dave, welcome. Have you tried the classifieds ? Read More

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16 years ago
expat.com

How to make friends in South Africa by expat.com

We have been talking about [url=/forum/viewtopic.php?id=891]loneliness when you are abroad[/url], let's now talk about how to make friends (locals and other expats) when you're living in South Africa :top: [b]Which are your ...

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I'm not the kind of person who goes easily towards people. But South Africans are really friendly. While I lived in Jo'burg it seemed easy to make friends wherever my cousins and I went. Like while having a drink in the Randburg Waterfront, people ... Read More

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16 years ago

Student from M茅xico wants to follow is studies in London

Hi there. I am sure you have the answers to your questions in the board. :-) Good luck ! Read More

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16 years ago

Argent par mois

Au fait, on ne pourrait r茅pondre correctement 脿 ta question si on sait le loyer que tu paies... 2000聙 peut 锚tre super pour quelqu'un qui ne paie que 500聙 (ahem, 莽a existe ??). Mais si tu paies 800聙 + factures....... Read More

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16 years ago
MisterStretch

The Essential "Box From Home" by MisterStretch

This is essentially an expat kind of thought... If you were to get a box from home...let's say the size of a shoebox, what would HAVE TO BE in it? Let's say you get a max of five items here. 1) Kool-Aid (I'm just a kid at heart...I'm 49 and still ...

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Bonjour U are right Jo, When you have down to earth people like Musicman, Alliecat, MisterStretch, Salman, Nonz and ofcourse my self(???) in Saudi forum, you will be rest assured for liveliness. If you have time please post your comments now and ... Read More

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16 years ago
MisterStretch

The Essential "Box From Home" by MisterStretch

This is essentially an expat kind of thought... If you were to get a box from home...let's say the size of a shoebox, what would HAVE TO BE in it? Let's say you get a max of five items here. 1) Kool-Aid (I'm just a kid at heart...I'm 49 and still ...

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Why does the KSA board make you feel cozy? That was a rather intriguing statement!Alliecat, maybe I didn't express as well as I thought ;-) Being one of the moderators of the forum, sometimes I come across really annoying threads/bored as in ... Read More

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16 years ago

Cost of living in angola???????

Hello Vamshi, I'm positive this question has already been answered in the board. Look around ;-) Read More

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16 years ago
MisterStretch

The Essential "Box From Home" by MisterStretch

This is essentially an expat kind of thought... If you were to get a box from home...let's say the size of a shoebox, what would HAVE TO BE in it? Let's say you get a max of five items here. 1) Kool-Aid (I'm just a kid at heart...I'm 49 and still ...

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Oh wonderful, shukran jazillan. I'll be silent, just around here somewhere :-) Read More

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16 years ago
MisterStretch

The Essential "Box From Home" by MisterStretch

This is essentially an expat kind of thought... If you were to get a box from home...let's say the size of a shoebox, what would HAVE TO BE in it? Let's say you get a max of five items here. 1) Kool-Aid (I'm just a kid at heart...I'm 49 and still ...

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Somebody TOTALLY missed the point of the exercise.Am I allowed to giggle ? I'd love to participate in that thread, but since I'm not in KSA and not missing much from my homeland (though I could do the reverse questioning: what if I had to leave ... Read More

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16 years ago

Suggestions on the best place to live in france !!!!!

Montpellier!!! I currently live in Nimes wich is just a 30 min train ride from Montp. and it is a great place, descent schools, universities and a lot of english speaking people to help you with your French. Dont trust me... Google it and do some ... Read More

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16 years ago
mohammadabozid

Looking for Single female expat for friendship by mohammadabozid

26 years egyptian man multilingual English Spanish Arabic drop me an email if you are interested mohammad.abozid@yahoo.com

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Mohammed, have you tried the personal classifieds ? Read More

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16 years ago
alina

why is so hard to finde a job in luanda angola? by alina

I try to find a job for one year now and it seams impossibel I really loose all my hopes with this but i have to go there is anybody that can helpe or at least suggest some options becasue really my minde is currently not working on this subject ...

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Hey Alina, what kind of work are you looking for ? Read More

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16 years ago
Meky

Angola 2010 wishes by Meky

Hi guys :) I happened to just have stumbled across this blog by coincidence, but I should say it was a great humor filled find! I'm from Namibia. A young environmentalist by career with a humanitarian heart. I chose to come to Angola 4 months ago ...

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Love how you said "lekker" platform :-D Read More

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16 years ago
carlos009

looking for someone - Quito by carlos009

hi guys, this is me. I spent one week in Quito, Ecuador, last week, from tuesday 24 to sunday 29. By the way, Amazing city. I encourage you to visit it anytime. Beautiful people and lanscapes. But this is not the point. I met a wonderful amazing ...

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Oh my, good luck with that, Carlos ! Read More

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16 years ago

Someone who wants to practice or learn spanish

Hello Rocio, have you tried the classifieds ? Read More

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16 years ago
Hilton

single female by Hilton

hi all expat i look for single female for outgoing. thx

Jo Ann

Good lcuk with that ;-) Read More

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16 years ago
Salman Omrani

What is your idea of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia? by Salman Omrani

Hi everyone, I always wonder whats on the minds of (going to be) expats coming to Saudi Arabia, what image have they drawn in their minds about this country, things they have heard. now why I ask this is because many people have the wrong idea, and ...

Jo Ann

I love the idea of people who actually lived or are living in KSA can share so many information about a country foreigners (specially Westerners) have so many clich茅s about. It may be a good experience for some, a bad for others, but we only know if ... Read More

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16 years ago

Looking forward to meet people in Cambridge

Welcome Lise. I'm moving your thread to the Cambridge forum :-) Read More

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16 years ago
irish_nicole084@yahoo.com

is it possible for a guy to meet a girl in riyadh? by irish_nicole084@yahoo.com

i just ask it because my partner is currently employed in riyadh. some of his friends has a second wife there and the legal wife here in philippines is suffering from heartaches. i hope it won't happen to me! we have a kids already but sometimes i ...

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Whatever it is happening, Nicole, no man deserves you commit suicide for him. Never, ever. Read More

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16 years ago

Engish or Frensh speaking nanny in D眉sseldorf wanted

Hello Micky. I just moved your message to the D眉sseldorf forum. Read More

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16 years ago
Julien

Expat hobbies by Julien

Hi everybody, What's your favourite hobby (appart from blogging ;))? Is there any kind of "local hobby" where you are? Well my favourite hobby (computers) is not very original, but I can say I like the petanque, you know that game we practise in ...

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Hobby... hmm... Writing could be a hobby, but honestly, it's a passion and professional... so I'm good there ;-) Read More

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16 years ago
rdfg16

Moving to Luanda... by rdfg16

Hi! I just registered to this site. We are from Panama but living in Dubai, U.A.E. for almost 2 years. Before moving to Dubai, we used to live in Baku, Azerbaijan. Now, there is a possibility that will move to Luanda, Angola. I have been browsing ...

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(I don't think hardly any Angolans can be vegetarians).I know *one* Angolan vegetarian, but he is Buddhist and lives in Portugal which helps ! We Angolans believe in too much meat and seafood, I'm afraid... Read More

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16 years ago
expat.com

Do and don't in Saudi Arabia by expat.com

Are you living in Saudi Arabia? We need you to share your experience of the local customs :) Is it difficult to adjust to the local customs in Saudi Arabia? Could you please share with us a list of the [b] do's and don't's in Saudi ...

Jo Ann

In view of the fact that Montreal, Canada is, practically, an Arabic (including Iranian) city,Sourire, Iran is not Arab... it's Persian :-) Read More

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16 years ago

Book swap club in Luanda anyone?

If I were in Luanda, I would love to be part of that club ! :-) Good luck ! Read More

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16 years ago
Palachakh

Stuid question :D by Palachakh

Just wanted to share the thought... I have noticed lots of western clothes for women being sold in here. So the stupid question is: if so many, means there is a demand? And a more stupid one, just can't help it. There is a lot of lingerie in the ...

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Let's not discuss what's on whose drawer, please ;-) Read More

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16 years ago
Scottie

Meeting New people by Scottie

Hi all i am moving to Bahrain in December and was wondering how i meet people with similar interests. I enjoy most sports but Rugby netball hockey and jet sking are top of my list. I am a laid back person who likes to chill out in Boardies& flip ...

Jo Ann

Hey there ! Have you tried the expats in Bahrain network ? Read More

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16 years ago
November

Lookin for new friends :) by November

Hey guys, I have been in Dubai for about 2 years now. Yeah, long enough for me find friends but it's sad because with the recent market crunch, a lot of my friends went back home in the Philippines or moved some place else. I decided to be brave ...

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Hello November. Welcome ! Have you tried the expat network in Dubai ? Read More

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16 years ago
teacher13

Hi Expat Community:) by teacher13

Hi to All , Am Algerian living in Cairo since 9 months , love life here and would love to interract with different nationalities living here .

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Welcome Teacher ! Your thread is being moved to the Egypt thread ! :-) Read More

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16 years ago

Financial relocation help

When you relocate to Paris, you must open a bank account. If the procedure didn't change since my opening of an account 8 years ago, it's the easiest and quickest things to do. Now, with the crisis, who knows ? You can add another account (the RIB ... Read More

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16 years ago
DOWNEY

moving to Vilnius?? Prices of living expenses- where to find apartment by DOWNEY

Hi everyone, We are thinking of moving to Lithuania and Vilnius in particular. I don't really know where to start!! Can anyone tell me what house prices are like in the city? or is it more realistic to expect to be living in an ...

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Welcome Downey, I hope you'll have all the answers you need. Read More

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16 years ago

french brazilian expat in uk

Welcome Jo ! I'm jealous !! ;-) Read More

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16 years ago
FionaG

Work in Andorra by FionaG

What work is there for psychologists in Andorra? How would I find out more about this? My husband and I are considering moving there next year as expats and I am wondering how to go about looking for possible jobs before coming. I speak English and ...

Jo Ann

Thineza, where do you want to work ? Read More

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16 years ago

best city to live in south of france

I am biased, but Montpellier is a marvellous city (250 000 inhabitants), medieval, with history in every stone, 30 minutes from the Mediterranean ;-) Read More

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16 years ago
sunshine101

Re-locating to Bahrain with a family by sunshine101

I was wondering if any of you might be able to help me...... I聮m am trying to find some more information about relocating to Bahrain and would like to hear more from mothers who have made the move themselves. Specifically I would like to know more ...

Jo Ann

Does anyone know about Damman for work or living? the company I am talking to has offices in Damman (20 min from Bahrain) and not sure yet about Expat compound location. Are the compounds for Expat executives like 4-5 star golf course type ... Read More

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16 years ago
JBJ

dating? by JBJ

hey guys. I'm moving to KSA for work in a few weeks and I'm just wondering what the situation is with dating. I'm a mid 20s male from the UK and obviously would like to meet some girls over there for friendship and maybe more. Is this possible or ...

Jo Ann

R-m, your presence here in 大咖福利影院 is really apreciated and much required, I personally want to thank you for many of your replies. but attacking a member on a personnel bases is not acceptable no matter how bizzare or wierd you might feel ... Read More

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16 years ago
JBJ

dating? by JBJ

hey guys. I'm moving to KSA for work in a few weeks and I'm just wondering what the situation is with dating. I'm a mid 20s male from the UK and obviously would like to meet some girls over there for friendship and maybe more. Is this possible or ...

Jo Ann

khobar28 and r_m, please understand that, 1. this forum is open to all even though its titke states expat-blog 2. we need to refrain from personal insults and attacks to each other 3. whatever topic, idea, thought or issue we may have we can ... Read More

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16 years ago
JBJ

dating? by JBJ

hey guys. I'm moving to KSA for work in a few weeks and I'm just wondering what the situation is with dating. I'm a mid 20s male from the UK and obviously would like to meet some girls over there for friendship and maybe more. Is this possible or ...

Jo Ann

Dear r m, First of all, you are Saudi, you are not supposed to be here. This is a place for expatriates.Khobar28, this is Jo Ann from the Expat-Blog team. This place is open and welcomes everybody, not only expatriates. Sometimes, locals know ... Read More

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16 years ago
Palachakh

Stuid question :D by Palachakh

Just wanted to share the thought... I have noticed lots of western clothes for women being sold in here. So the stupid question is: if so many, means there is a demand? And a more stupid one, just can't help it. There is a lot of lingerie in the ...

Jo Ann

Palachak, Muslim women are covered when out. At home, they can do whatever they want (as long as there are no strangers)... Read More

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16 years ago
marsprincess

Schools for the kids - French / English by marsprincess

I am considering moving to Malta for a job opportunity, but 1st want to look into the education system. I have a 17 year old and a 13 year old who have been educated in the Swiss French school system to date. They are bilingual (French / English) ...

Jo Ann

Hello Marsprincess, is there any French school in Malta ? French schools abroad, although they follow the French Education curriculum, are private and you have to pay fees. So if there's one in Malta, it's more likely to be considered private. :-) Read More

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16 years ago
LucyJones

Young family moving to Saudi....Help!! by LucyJones

My partner is 27 and has been offered a 5 year contract to work in Saudi! The money is amazing but as Im only 24 with a 20 month old baby Im not sure how I feel!! I have said I wont stay longer than 2 years due to my son starting school at 4. I ...

Jo Ann

Hey Lucy, welcome ! I hope you'll find the answers you need and good luck ! Read More

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16 years ago
expat.com

Going out in Johannesburg by expat.com

Hi there, Which are your 10 favorite places to go out in Johannesburg? Which places would you recommend to newcomers? (restaurants, pubs, discos, theaters, cinemas, concert halls...) Thanks!

Jo Ann

I lived in Sandton years ago... and even then, it changed at a fast pace ! Eight years later, I don't know if many of my "spots" are still up ! :-P Read More

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16 years ago
expat.com

How to make friends in Johannesburg by expat.com

We have been talking about [url=/forum/viewtopic.php?id=891]loneliness when you are abroad[/url], let's now talk about how to make friends (locals or expatriates) when you're living in Johannesburg :top: [b]Which are your best ...

Jo Ann

Actually, is very easy to make friends in Jo'Burg ! It's considered a highly dangerous city, but hanging in the Waterfront or Sandton City or any other mall, you can easily talk to anyone ! Read More

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16 years ago
natalier5771

VISA - APPLY BEFORE YOU GO OR IN FRANCE? by natalier5771

My husband and I and our 15 month old son may be moving to France. My husband already has a carte de resident. Will my son and I need to apply for a visa before we leave Australia and if so what kind of visa? Or do we all just go to France and apply ...

Jo Ann

Nathalie, is Australia a country where you don't need visa to go to Europe when you want to stay less than 3 months ? If so, you need to apply for a titre de s茅jour as soon as you get in France. If Australian citizens don't have that choice, you ... Read More

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16 years ago

Invite to Angola

Derek, the plane tickets are just insane... For Angolans like myself living abroad, it's cheaper to go to New York and back, spend a great week in a nice hotel, and even go to South Africa and back. Read More

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16 years ago
expat.com

Cost of living in Monaco by expat.com

Hi everybody, It would be very interesting and useful to exchange informations about the [b]cost of living in Monaco [/b]. The idea is to help those who would like to live in Monaco . Don't forget to mention where you are living Let's compare ...

Jo Ann

Thank you for the information ! But is it surprising almost no one comes here to know more about the life style in Monaco ? :-D Read More

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16 years ago
Julien

Can you live far from your better half? by Julien

Well that's a personal question, but have you ever lived far from your better half? I spent almost two years far from my girlfriend when I first came to London, then we moved together to Madrid (for one year), and now I am back to London for a ...

Jo Ann

This seems to be the "standard" for some of us, "modern couples". My boyfriend lives in the mountains in the Alps while I live in the French Mediterranean. Lucky enough, I can/could spend winter and summer in the resort where he lives and works... ... Read More

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16 years ago
Alidave

What is Khartoum like for a British guy by Alidave

I am considering a role in Khartoum, can anyone help with the following. Cost of Living i.e food fuel electric etc Property rental costs and areas that are good for expats i.e. compounds etc Can women from europe find jobs Are there nice hotels and ...

Jo Ann

Grandpayeti, thanks for your valuable information ! :-) Read More

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16 years ago

Do and don't in Nepal

This is just heartbreaking... I've heard so many stories of "professional beggers", I'm revolted to what they do to children. And although I am more likely to give, it really depends on the case. In my homeland (Angola), if you give to one kid, ... Read More

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16 years ago
Guest2349857

Hello from Uganda "The Pearl of Africa" by Guest2349857

Hello members,I am Rasawood Bagaiga and i live and work in Uganda. I am on here to make new friends ,get new ideas and also seek new opportunities. I am currently working for a company that develops Micro finance Banking Software -,am a software ...

Jo Ann

am dissiapointed with this ex pat site,.,.not much information about cost of living etc etc or are i missing somthing,..mikeMike, have you ever asked a question about it ? About which country ? If you never ask the question, you will never have ... Read More

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17 years ago
rdfg16

Moving to Luanda... by rdfg16

Hi! I just registered to this site. We are from Panama but living in Dubai, U.A.E. for almost 2 years. Before moving to Dubai, we used to live in Baku, Azerbaijan. Now, there is a possibility that will move to Luanda, Angola. I have been browsing ...

Jo Ann

Angolasue, I know ! What's up with the rents lately ? It's just insane ! Read More

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17 years ago
rdfg16

Moving to Luanda... by rdfg16

Hi! I just registered to this site. We are from Panama but living in Dubai, U.A.E. for almost 2 years. Before moving to Dubai, we used to live in Baku, Azerbaijan. Now, there is a possibility that will move to Luanda, Angola. I have been browsing ...

Jo Ann

Edbraz, what are you going to do in Angola ? Read More

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17 years ago
jigsawjessie

Student Moving to Paris by jigsawjessie

Hello I am 23 and am starting a 2 year masters in Paris in September. I have never been before and I don't speak French but I am looking to rent a room. I know that there is not such a house share culture in France but I would be grateful for any ...

Jo Ann

There are more and more housesharing(colocation) in France, it's became the best solution, specially in Paris where the squared meter is so expensive. Here are some ... Read More

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17 years ago

.WANTED A JOB

And that isn't going to help you, I believe... Read More

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17 years ago

Do and don't in Angola

When using tap water, boil it for 30 minutes or put 5 drops of bleach for every litre (annoying when doing that every day). And for time... it's "black/african people time", we are never on time. Maybe that's why I hate to be late that much. I ... Read More

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17 years ago
getamit27

HI every body.. by getamit27

I joined this network recently and looking foward to move to Luanda within a week.. I am an Indian and will be obliged to have some information as what i have read sounds tough.. Replies will be really a great help.. regards to all. Amit

Jo Ann

Oh, traffic... I hate being on a car on rush hour... And it seems every hour is a rush hour. It's unbelievable. Read More

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17 years ago
damani.dhaval@gmail.com

Angola - to be there or not to be there by damani.dhaval@gmail.com

hi Everyone, I have registered to this site 2 days back. And have come across your Profile while browsing contents for Luanda. Please tell / rather update if possible for few points:- 1) Do Angola have Indians in the country, or just a few head ...

Jo Ann

If your housekeeper is angolan, you are in serious troubles.Maybe you had problems with your housekeeper, but Angolan housekeepers are easy to work/live with, they work a lot even when paid so little compared to other countries. They adjust to your ... Read More

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17 years ago
Sandman6

Greetings! by Sandman6

Hello....we've recently arrived in Tripoli and living in a villa in the Janzour area. I'm a Brit, my wife is Nigerian and we have an 18 month old trainee terrorist daughter. We're on the lookout for a cleaner and nanny if anyone knows of anyone ...

Jo Ann

Thank you so very much ! :-) Read More

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17 years ago
Sandman6

Greetings! by Sandman6

Hello....we've recently arrived in Tripoli and living in a villa in the Janzour area. I'm a Brit, my wife is Nigerian and we have an 18 month old trainee terrorist daughter. We're on the lookout for a cleaner and nanny if anyone knows of anyone ...

Jo Ann

BTW Sandman, I love your reference to your trainee terrorist daughter! :D CaseyThe terrible twos will be upon us very soon! :oHaha, me too ! I laughed at that part ! :-D BTW, Sandman, would you mind answering the questions of the "cost of ... Read More

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17 years ago
Mazcro

Help! Should I move home to Ireland?? by Mazcro

I am Irish & moved to Cardiff in '99 to go to University at the age of 17. I have been here 10 years now, I'm married & have a baby girl BUT I have always been a country girl at heart & I'm not cut out for city life! I go home to Ireland as often as ...

Jo Ann

Mazcro ! Good luck on finding the right solution. See the bright side of it all ! You are in neighbour countries :-) If you were from Australia and Ireland, it'd be much more difficult :-) Read More