jmagill
American looking for information about India
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About me
American
Lives in Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Registration: 23 March 2013
1 year and 5 year e-Visas
I am Jerry from the US. I am new to 大咖福利影院 as well as new to India. I expect to make my first visit to India starting in October and probably for 3 months. Upon reviewing the e-Visa options, the 5 year e-Visa sounds most appealing to me. My ... Read More
New members of the Kenya forum, introduce yourselves here - 2023 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Kenya forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your expat ...
I am Jerry from the US. I am 73. I expect to make my first visit to India starting in October and probably for 3 months. Upon reviewing the e-Visa options, the 5 year e-Visa sounds most appealing to me. My only concern about it is, 5 years is a ... Read More
Buy viagara type drugs over the counter? by jmagill
Can I buy viagara type drugs over the counter in Kampala? Jerry
Ah, finally an answer from someone. Haha. Good to know. And local brands are fine. Thank you. Jerry Read More
Buy viagara type drugs over the counter? by jmagill
Can I buy viagara type drugs over the counter in Kampala? Jerry
Oh... I asked if these drugs can be purchased over the counter in pharmacies. I thought you were trying to answer me. I now think you are asking the same question. Is that right? Jerry Read More
Buy viagara type drugs over the counter? by jmagill
Can I buy viagara type drugs over the counter in Kampala? Jerry
I already said in Kampala, so I think you mean what store. Any reputable pharmacy in Kampala. Read More
Buy viagara type drugs over the counter?
Can I buy viagara type drugs over the counter in Kampala? Jerry Read More
Paying for things in other currencies by jmagill
I will be arriving in Nairobi next week. In checking various websites and with some emails sent back and forth, it seems that many Kenyan businesses have no problem discussing prices in US dollars (I am from the US). And those businesses also seem ...
Thanks for the info. Is there a forex bureau or other money changer at the airport when I arrive? Read More
Paying for things in other currencies
I will be arriving in Nairobi next week. In checking various websites and with some emails sent back and forth, it seems that many Kenyan businesses have no problem discussing prices in US dollars (I am from the US). And those businesses also seem ... Read More
What is the best cell carrier for me? by jmagill
I will be coming to Africa for the first time in June. I will be using my phone in Kenya, mostly in Nairobi and Mombasa, mainly for texting, some calls, no internet. From what I know so far the main carriers are Safaricom, Orange, and Airtel. I ...
that would be great if you do find out Pradeep. I could not find anything online. As to safaricom, I found a 500 texts per day bundle, but the webpage was not safaricom so don't know if updated. Here ... Read More
What is the best cell carrier for me? by jmagill
I will be coming to Africa for the first time in June. I will be using my phone in Kenya, mostly in Nairobi and Mombasa, mainly for texting, some calls, no internet. From what I know so far the main carriers are Safaricom, Orange, and Airtel. I ...
Pradeep, is a voucher the prepaid cards with which one would buy a load of various ksh amounts? Or is it what in some asian countries what is called a bundle - a special package. Like a special package I would hope to find is one offering ... Read More
taxi from Nairobi airport to downtown Nairobi by jmagill
I will be taking a taxi from NBO to downtown, near the Globe Cinema roundabout, at around 9pm at night. I know I need to negotiate the price. What would be an okay price for that time of night? Thanks, Jerry
Lizah, I am well used to colorful areas. They can be interesting as long as the usual guidelines - things like wallet in the front pocket, walk like I live there, etc keep safety in my favor. You say be inside at night. What time at night would ... Read More
taxi from Nairobi airport to downtown Nairobi by jmagill
I will be taking a taxi from NBO to downtown, near the Globe Cinema roundabout, at around 9pm at night. I know I need to negotiate the price. What would be an okay price for that time of night? Thanks, Jerry
Thank you for the nice price Anna. I would love to say yes. My problem with pre-ordering a ride from the airport is I never have used roaming before. So I cannot guarantee it will work in Kenya. If my plane is late, or early, or if the ... Read More
What is the best cell carrier for me? by jmagill
I will be coming to Africa for the first time in June. I will be using my phone in Kenya, mostly in Nairobi and Mombasa, mainly for texting, some calls, no internet. From what I know so far the main carriers are Safaricom, Orange, and Airtel. I ...
I think by ubiquitous, you mean they cover all networks? And i don't have to choose to either pay more in Tanzania and Uganda for roaming or get a separate sim in those 2 countries? And neither safaricom nor Orange do the same? Sounds great. ... Read More
taxi from Nairobi airport to downtown Nairobi by jmagill
I will be taking a taxi from NBO to downtown, near the Globe Cinema roundabout, at around 9pm at night. I know I need to negotiate the price. What would be an okay price for that time of night? Thanks, Jerry
Thank you all for your advice Jerry Read More
Medical Insurance by teiork685
Hi Friends, I am will be in Nairobi 15th of May and planning to stay there for 6 months, need some help how to get the best medical insurance plans from Kenyan companies, what are the best companies name, how to contact them and how much will it ...
You are correct. I have not even set foot on African soil yet. Why am I asking about medical insurance? Aur茅lie, before I ever skied, I bought skis, boots, etc. then bought a season pass. After doing all that I tried skiing for the first time. ... Read More
What is the best cell carrier for me? by jmagill
I will be coming to Africa for the first time in June. I will be using my phone in Kenya, mostly in Nairobi and Mombasa, mainly for texting, some calls, no internet. From what I know so far the main carriers are Safaricom, Orange, and Airtel. I ...
Thank you Frederick. When I first started asking people in Kenya about cell carriers, they said the top 2 were safaricom and orange. But since I been asking what carrier does each person use personally, i have only found 1 who uses Orange. I'm not ... Read More
Medical Insurance by teiork685
Hi Friends, I am will be in Nairobi 15th of May and planning to stay there for 6 months, need some help how to get the best medical insurance plans from Kenyan companies, what are the best companies name, how to contact them and how much will it ...
Longonot62, you said 18,000 and less if younger. Can you tell me how old you are? What makes me think it is in your forum name. haha. That will help me get an idea of what my cost would be. I am 63 and a foreigner from the US. If I am living ... Read More
taxi from Nairobi airport to downtown Nairobi by jmagill
I will be taking a taxi from NBO to downtown, near the Globe Cinema roundabout, at around 9pm at night. I know I need to negotiate the price. What would be an okay price for that time of night? Thanks, Jerry
Polrad, you wrote... "If you are a tourist you have to pick whatever taxi is waiting there." Are you telling me Polrad that I have to accept whatever rate the first taxi driver gives me? I cannot pass on him and negotiate with the next taxi if ... Read More
taxi from Nairobi airport to downtown Nairobi by jmagill
I will be taking a taxi from NBO to downtown, near the Globe Cinema roundabout, at around 9pm at night. I know I need to negotiate the price. What would be an okay price for that time of night? Thanks, Jerry
I understand why there would be different thoughts on the low amount. I will expect I should be able to negotiate for 2000kes. No Polrad, I am not there yet. I will arrive the first week in June. This is off topic but I just wrote 2000kes. ... Read More
taxi from Nairobi airport to downtown Nairobi
I will be taking a taxi from NBO to downtown, near the Globe Cinema roundabout, at around 9pm at night. I know I need to negotiate the price. What would be an okay price for that time of night? Thanks, Jerry Read More
What is the best cell carrier for me?
I will be coming to Africa for the first time in June. I will be using my phone in Kenya, mostly in Nairobi and Mombasa, mainly for texting, some calls, no internet. From what I know so far the main carriers are Safaricom, Orange, and Airtel. I ... Read More
Medical Insurance by teiork685
Hi Friends, I am will be in Nairobi 15th of May and planning to stay there for 6 months, need some help how to get the best medical insurance plans from Kenyan companies, what are the best companies name, how to contact them and how much will it ...
It seems acceptable in this forum to use it as a means to gain business. In this case telling the original poster to contact you. If that is the norm here then I accept it. But as a new member, it would be great to see members couple that with ... Read More