qim
English expat in Portugal
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English
Lives in Lisbon
Registration: 30 May 2013
(Ballet) forum in German by qim
HiI am looking for a ballet forum (online chat) but it seems that the word forum has a different meaniung in German and I end up with theatre sites that simply give information about themselves,What should I google for? Better still, do you know any ...
@beppiThank you, I will try that, although so far I get the same theatre sites rather than chat forums... Read More
(Ballet) forum in German by qim
HiI am looking for a ballet forum (online chat) but it seems that the word forum has a different meaniung in German and I end up with theatre sites that simply give information about themselves,What should I google for? Better still, do you know any ...
@SimCityATThank you for your suggestionI do not use Facebook but had an account and looked for Ballet Groupos but did not knoqw where to start,,,I am 79 years old and a bit slow on these modern things...Where do I go? Read More
(Ballet) forum in German
HiI am looking for a ballet forum (online chat) but it seems that the word forum has a different meaniung in German and I end up with theatre sites that simply give information about themselves,What should I google for? Better still, do you know any ... Read More
Ballet forum
HiI am looking for a ballet forum (online chat) but it seems that the word forum has a different meaniung in German and I end up with theatre sites that simply give information about themselves,What should I google for? Better still, do you know any ... Read More
Public holidays by qim
Hi I have a list of public holidays in Bali but wonder if in Jakarta there are additional dates, and wether the Balinese Day of sSlence is also celebrated in Jakarta. Thanks
Hi I'm talking in general regarding all annual holidays, not tahta one in particular Read More
Public holidays by qim
Hi I have a list of public holidays in Bali but wonder if in Jakarta there are additional dates, and wether the Balinese Day of sSlence is also celebrated in Jakarta. Thanks
But do offices and factories close on all the religious holidays(Buddhist/Moslem/Hindu/Christian, etc)? Read More
Public holidays by qim
Hi I have a list of public holidays in Bali but wonder if in Jakarta there are additional dates, and wether the Balinese Day of sSlence is also celebrated in Jakarta. Thanks
Hi, thanks But it is still a public holiday in JKT, right? Are there any local public holidays that apply only to JKT or its region, and not to the rest of the country? Read More
Public holidays
Hi I have a list of public holidays in Bali but wonder if in Jakarta there are additional dates, and wether the Balinese Day of sSlence is also celebrated in Jakarta. Thanks Read More
need photo of indian small change
If you could snap a couple of notes and afew coins on a table or suacepan,, I would be grateful. Thanks anyway. Read More
need photo of indian small change
Hi Thanks. I had seen those but there is a question of copyright and I don't like to use other people's images without their authority. Thanks anyway Read More
need photo of indian small change
Hi Small denominations, The amount you would leave as a tip in a medium class restaurant. notes/coins Many thanks Read More
need photo of indian small change
Hi I need a picture of Indian small change like you would give as a tip in a restaurant: small notes and a few coins. Not even my bank can get hold of some Indian money that I could photograph. Any help much appreciated. Thank you. Read More
Opening hours
Hi kenjee Sorry, but I did not understand your reply. Testimony to what? qim Read More
Opening hours
Hi I'm doing some research for an academic essay and need some information about India. First, having not been there since the late 90s, I expect things have changed. I need an idea of what the usual opening times are for shops and offices. ... Read More
Opening hours
Hi there, and thanks Regarding banks you say they open at 8,30. I had read somewhere that it was 9,30. can you confirm, please? As for offices, do they usually close lunch-time? Many thanks PS- Myanmar is beautiful. I was there in the late 90s on ... Read More
Opening hours
Hi there Could some kind soul tell me what are the usual working hours, in Sydney, for business offices (not shops/stores), government offices, and Travel Agencies? Many thanks qim Read More
two things by qim
Could you tell me at what time are the rush hour traffic in SD, Please? Another thing: internet searches return many 4 star hotels, but no consistent 5 star. What is the best 5 star hotel in Santo Domingo? (it is not for me...) Thank you
thanks planner I found this site http://dominicanrepublic-guide.info/travel.basics/hours.of.operation/ which do you think is nearest the mark (your times or theirs)? Or shall I just take an average? Thank you very much for everything. It has ... Read More
two things by qim
Could you tell me at what time are the rush hour traffic in SD, Please? Another thing: internet searches return many 4 star hotels, but no consistent 5 star. What is the best 5 star hotel in Santo Domingo? (it is not for me...) Thank you
hi planner I'm nearly done. Now I need opening/closing times for the follwoing: banks shops government offices business offices travel agencies You've been great help and I hope you don't feel I am abusing your kindness qim Read More
two things by qim
Could you tell me at what time are the rush hour traffic in SD, Please? Another thing: internet searches return many 4 star hotels, but no consistent 5 star. What is the best 5 star hotel in Santo Domingo? (it is not for me...) Thank you
Hi planner I've moved onto tipping. Can you give me anidea of what you tip in restaurants when service charge is already included? Also in taxis. Thanks Read More
two things by qim
Could you tell me at what time are the rush hour traffic in SD, Please? Another thing: internet searches return many 4 star hotels, but no consistent 5 star. What is the best 5 star hotel in Santo Domingo? (it is not for me...) Thank you
Hi planner- Sorry to go back to buses but I am gettting conflicting info on the Net. I understood that there were some new buses that came from Brazil, air-con. But I also read the following that leaves me confused: So, which is which? Thanks Read More
two things by qim
Could you tell me at what time are the rush hour traffic in SD, Please? Another thing: internet searches return many 4 star hotels, but no consistent 5 star. What is the best 5 star hotel in Santo Domingo? (it is not for me...) Thank you
Hi I found these on the Net, which I believe are the ones you mentioned: Pat聮e Palo Segafredo Outback Steakhouse Adrian Tropical El Mes贸n De La Cava, Av Mirador Sur 1 Could you give me an idea of how much on average you would pay in each of ... Read More
two things by qim
Could you tell me at what time are the rush hour traffic in SD, Please? Another thing: internet searches return many 4 star hotels, but no consistent 5 star. What is the best 5 star hotel in Santo Domingo? (it is not for me...) Thank you
Oh, I wasn't looking for rstaurants that cheap. Could you recommend the restaurants that you know and like, giving me their names? Thanks Read More
two things by qim
Could you tell me at what time are the rush hour traffic in SD, Please? Another thing: internet searches return many 4 star hotels, but no consistent 5 star. What is the best 5 star hotel in Santo Domingo? (it is not for me...) Thank you
Thank you planner I think I have everything I need on transport. Could you help me now recommending a number of good restaurants from tne relatively economical to the more expensive, without breaking the bank? Thanks Read More
two things by qim
Could you tell me at what time are the rush hour traffic in SD, Please? Another thing: internet searches return many 4 star hotels, but no consistent 5 star. What is the best 5 star hotel in Santo Domingo? (it is not for me...) Thank you
no professional businessman will be taking the bus! Hi, he is going on holiday, not business, and I doubt he would consider public transport. I am writing a little report for him as full as possible (looking for a raise...!) They might take the ... Read More
two things by qim
Could you tell me at what time are the rush hour traffic in SD, Please? Another thing: internet searches return many 4 star hotels, but no consistent 5 star. What is the best 5 star hotel in Santo Domingo? (it is not for me...) Thank you
Thank you, planner No problem I am happy to answer. First, expats are not encouraged to use public transportation unless you truly know your way around, speak Spanish and can handle the conditions. " But just to get a full picture could you ... Read More
two things by qim
Could you tell me at what time are the rush hour traffic in SD, Please? Another thing: internet searches return many 4 star hotels, but no consistent 5 star. What is the best 5 star hotel in Santo Domingo? (it is not for me...) Thank you
Well... as you wrote "siempre"... I am trying to get some info for my boss who is travelling to SD and wonder if you can help on transport matters: Are there buses (proper buses) and many routes? How much do tkts cost? What about taxis? Are they ... Read More
two things by qim
Could you tell me at what time are the rush hour traffic in SD, Please? Another thing: internet searches return many 4 star hotels, but no consistent 5 star. What is the best 5 star hotel in Santo Domingo? (it is not for me...) Thank you
Thanks planner If you surf the net, some sites consider the first three hotels you mentioned as 5 star; others as 4 star, suggesting that they are 4 1/2 star and that there is NOT a single real 5 star hotel in SD. Read More
two things by qim
Could you tell me at what time are the rush hour traffic in SD, Please? Another thing: internet searches return many 4 star hotels, but no consistent 5 star. What is the best 5 star hotel in Santo Domingo? (it is not for me...) Thank you
Thanks Bob Could yoube more specific about rush hour, i.e. the morning rush hour and the evening rush hour? Thanks Read More
two things
Could you tell me at what time are the rush hour traffic in SD, Please? Another thing: internet searches return many 4 star hotels, but no consistent 5 star. What is the best 5 star hotel in Santo Domingo? (it is not for me...) Thank you Read More
Tipping by qim
Could you tell me how much[left][/left] a local would tip a taxi driver and a restaurant waiter? Is it a percentage of the fare/bill? Thank you
I tried their site and sent them an email, but no reply... There are mentions in various websites about the system but no prices.. see http://www.toandfromtheairport.com/jakarta.html Read More
Tipping by qim
Could you tell me how much[left][/left] a local would tip a taxi driver and a restaurant waiter? Is it a percentage of the fare/bill? Thank you
Hi lukereg Thanks, but do you know about the PREPAID system and how much it costs? Personally, I've used it in Bangkok and it takes the aggro out of the trip as you don't have to pay the driver. Read More
Tipping by qim
Could you tell me how much[left][/left] a local would tip a taxi driver and a restaurant waiter? Is it a percentage of the fare/bill? Thank you
Thank you, Sophie I'm nearly done. Can I ask you one more question: I understand that you can PREPAY the Bluebird taxi fare at their desk at the airport but cannot find info regarding what that price would be for a trip to a centrally located ... Read More
Tipping by qim
Could you tell me how much[left][/left] a local would tip a taxi driver and a restaurant waiter? Is it a percentage of the fare/bill? Thank you
Thank you Sophie Those are big differences! Could you tell me roughly which is which in price? And is that the price for a full meal or for one dish? Thank you very much qim Read More
Tipping by qim
Could you tell me how much[left][/left] a local would tip a taxi driver and a restaurant waiter? Is it a percentage of the fare/bill? Thank you
Thank you so much Sophie One last question: could you give me an idea of price range of those restaurants (roughly), assuming they are all in the same category? Thank you again qim Read More
Tipping by qim
Could you tell me how much[left][/left] a local would tip a taxi driver and a restaurant waiter? Is it a percentage of the fare/bill? Thank you
Thank you all for the very useful information. Now,I', looking for good reasonable restaurants in the centre, and I accept that there centre is a big centre... Can you recommend some? Thank you qim Read More
Tipping by qim
Could you tell me how much[left][/left] a local would tip a taxi driver and a restaurant waiter? Is it a percentage of the fare/bill? Thank you
Thank you lukereg and sammybee. Where would he get a PA from? Reading sammybee's comment do I take it that tipping was something introduced by foreigners and do Indonesians tip now? One unrelated question, if I may: do you know the opening times of ... Read More
Tipping by qim
Could you tell me how much[left][/left] a local would tip a taxi driver and a restaurant waiter? Is it a percentage of the fare/bill? Thank you
Hi lukereg Thank you very much for replying. My boss is leaving, going to Indonesia and I am trying to show how professional I am by putting together all the information he might need on arrival.. Could I ask you another couple of questions, still ... Read More
Tipping
Could you tell me how much a local would tip a taxi driver and a restaurant waiter? Is it a percentage of the fare/bill? Thank you Read More