Burnside
Scottish expat in Egypt
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79
About me
Scottish
Lives in Cairo
Registration: 28 April 2010
Possible move to Cairo. by Libby1
Hello, my husband is considering a job change that would mean moving to Cairo Egypt from the USA. We are in our 50's, our children are college age and would not be accompanying us (other than for extended visits.) I have been doing research and I ...
There is no such thing as statistics in Egypt! They just don't do them! I have friends who are attempting big research projects and they can't get real statistics on anything. That sort of logic doesn't work here, so no -one will ever really ... Read More
Is Madi a good place to live? by BellaJ
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I think it really depends on where you work. The last thing anyone wants to do is spend their lives commuting all over Cairo. they all have a one person to one car policy in this city!!!! Also, it depends on your lifestyle. If you are young and ... Read More
Possible move to Cairo. by Libby1
Hello, my husband is considering a job change that would mean moving to Cairo Egypt from the USA. We are in our 50's, our children are college age and would not be accompanying us (other than for extended visits.) I have been doing research and I ...
I consider myself to be very careful, but these things sometimes come out of the blue. I do like Egypt a lot and I recommend that people come and see it for themselves. I just feel that it is wrong to let people think that Maadi is this super safe ... Read More
Possible move to Cairo. by Libby1
Hello, my husband is considering a job change that would mean moving to Cairo Egypt from the USA. We are in our 50's, our children are college age and would not be accompanying us (other than for extended visits.) I have been doing research and I ...
Although I still feel safe in Cairo and I don't want to be too negative, these things did happen. I am always wearing my most conservative clothes when I am harassed. Read More
Possible move to Cairo. by Libby1
Hello, my husband is considering a job change that would mean moving to Cairo Egypt from the USA. We are in our 50's, our children are college age and would not be accompanying us (other than for extended visits.) I have been doing research and I ...
I had my shirt ripped open and my chest scratched. My friend had her bag snatched by some guys in a car...while it was still over both her shoulders. She had stiches in her head. My male friend had his iphone stolen and he was beaten up. There ... Read More
Egyptians/foreigners by ExpatEnglishTeacher
I've seen a lot of bickering between the two groups. We all have our problems. If you ain't got nothing good to say say nothing. My other post was just an observation. I actually didn't say egyptiansisaid people. Fighting over the Internet is ...
It''s foolish to judge people based on what you think you know about them. Egyptias and foreigners alike! Bigotry is officially stupid! Read More
Possible move to Cairo. by Libby1
Hello, my husband is considering a job change that would mean moving to Cairo Egypt from the USA. We are in our 50's, our children are college age and would not be accompanying us (other than for extended visits.) I have been doing research and I ...
I personally dislike Maadi. I worked for a large organisation last year and was also required to live there. Working for such a big company, I knew 100 ex-pats, who connected us with many more. Many, many of the people I know have been mugged or ... Read More
Hello! Think I'm moving to Cairo. I'm a girl from Italy by Nadiadee
Thanks all for your suggestions but I did not get the job in Cairo I think it was a spam Thanks all and enjoy Cairo
* i don't agree that there are two prices: local and foreigner. I know many Egyptians who get ripped off too. People judge how much to charge based on how much they think they can get out of you. They do not discriminate when overcharging! (I'm ... Read More
Hello! Think I'm moving to Cairo. I'm a girl from Italy by Nadiadee
Thanks all for your suggestions but I did not get the job in Cairo I think it was a spam Thanks all and enjoy Cairo
A Modest Monthly Budget: 1500le rent 70le bills 600le local food 300le travel 2000le trips to nicer places to keep you sane You need at least 1000 euros/month to survive. It's easy to find housemates if you check Cairo Scholars. As a blonde ... Read More
Funniest Arabic Mistakes by Burnside
In the taxi... Me: Andak fakHa? (happy face) Driver: eh? (confused face) Me: Andak fakHa? (annoyed face) Driver: La-a (surprised face) Me: Lay?! Lay kolo shwaya taxi mafeesh fakHa!? (really angry face) Driver: Enti Ayza fakHa? (confused, worried, ...
I guess you had to be there. Read More
Cairo 101
Please list 3 things (please be discrete and adhere to the rules here)you would love to put in Cairo Room 101. Here's mine: 1. All the Baroque furniture in the land 2. Fly tippers 3. Mustaches Egypt would be a better, happier, more beautiful ... Read More
Funniest Arabic Mistakes by Burnside
In the taxi... Me: Andak fakHa? (happy face) Driver: eh? (confused face) Me: Andak fakHa? (annoyed face) Driver: La-a (surprised face) Me: Lay?! Lay kolo shwaya taxi mafeesh fakHa!? (really angry face) Driver: Enti Ayza fakHa? (confused, worried, ...
Just remembered one in Japanese (These are all conversations which actually took place in real life) Me: Where is Mr Chopstick? Receptionist: Says nothing and looks like a dear in the headlights Me: I am waiting for Mr Chopstick. Receptionist: ... Read More
Funniest Arabic Mistakes by Burnside
In the taxi... Me: Andak fakHa? (happy face) Driver: eh? (confused face) Me: Andak fakHa? (annoyed face) Driver: La-a (surprised face) Me: Lay?! Lay kolo shwaya taxi mafeesh fakHa!? (really angry face) Driver: Enti Ayza fakHa? (confused, worried, ...
Even better in Turkish: Friend's Dad: How was the beach? Me: Lovely, but my feet hurt. Friend's Dad: Why? Me: There were those.. what do you call them? Those really tiny, little testicles all over the beach. Turkish Lesson 2 Tash - Stone Tashak - ... Read More
Funniest Arabic Mistakes
In the taxi... Me: Andak fakHa? (happy face) Driver: eh? (confused face) Me: Andak fakHa? (annoyed face) Driver: La-a (surprised face) Me: Lay?! Lay kolo shwaya taxi mafeesh fakHa!? (really angry face) Driver: Enti Ayza fakHa? (confused, worried, ... Read More
Boxing Training
Where did you train in Cairo??? Also, did you find anything in Budapest yet? Read More
want to adopt a puppy by jardinier
hi all, I want to adopt a puppy, of young age, the gender is not important, but i prefer short haired dogs. if anyone can help, please contact me. Thank you
Please visit SPARE in Sakkara. You can google it (as im not allowed to post links to sites here) There are about 45 gorgeous, intelligent, real dogs waiting for a loving home. Read More
Yoga in Cairo by purplelilychick
Hi Does anyone know if there is a place I can go for yoga lessons?? Im moving to Cairo ( Zamalek ) this week and I am keen to continue yoga whilst Im there but as Im new to Cairo I would prefer somewhere that is easy for me to get to. Thanks
A new yoga studio opens up in Zamalek tonight. I am on my way to the Hatha class now, but they have lots of styles. It's called 'On the Mat' You will find it on google me thinks. Don't bother with Alsawy, it's hideous! They do a lot of good ... Read More
Best Vet in Maadi by whwebsolutions
Hello everybody, I was wondering if anybody knew of the best Vet in Maadi? I have 4 cats that need their shots and 2 that need their blood work tested to be brought to the EU end of this year. Any suggestions and comments about the ...
Sorry but I've heard negative stuff about international vet clinic too. Please contact SPARE (Society for the Protection of Animal Rights in Egypt) They have QUALIFIED vets. Read More
what do you really like & hate about living in Egypt? by SophsRianna
Asalam 3alaikum! Hi everyone. I know that with living everywhere there are likes and dislikes, i would like to know what these are in Egypt. Anything unique to Egypt also ? I live in UK. Also, differences between Cairo and Alex, something that may ...
Egyptian men have no respect for foreign women, no one speaks english, crazy drivers, horrible food, cheating foreigners, etc Only thing i like about Egypt is home delivery on almost everything, i dont go shopping often, just call the grocery ... Read More
Best Vet in Maadi by whwebsolutions
Hello everybody, I was wondering if anybody knew of the best Vet in Maadi? I have 4 cats that need their shots and 2 that need their blood work tested to be brought to the EU end of this year. Any suggestions and comments about the ...
Be very careful. Most vets are not qualified and/or overcharge. Avoid at all costs Ivet clinic rd 219 and Advanced Pet Care on rd 199. Try looking up ESMA (Egyptian Society for Mercy to Animals) they can recomend qualified vets. Read More
Meet my Stalker by Burnside
So it seems really daft on reflection, but I accidentally gave my number to a little gimp thinking I would use him as a business contact (as we started talking about him providing a service to the company I work for- to me this is networking)and we ...
I got a new sim card. It was pretty easy and I am now stalker free. I don't answer the phone unless I know who is calling (oops, did I forget to put my employer's number in the address book) It's a little convoluted but jobs a good un. Read More
Meet my Stalker by Burnside
So it seems really daft on reflection, but I accidentally gave my number to a little gimp thinking I would use him as a business contact (as we started talking about him providing a service to the company I work for- to me this is networking)and we ...
Thanks for the advice! I am going to block the number, give the phone to a male friend if he then uses a different number, answer the call and leave it off the hook and if pushed, will be 100% frank! After that, I cannot be held accountable for my ... Read More
Meet my Stalker
So it seems really daft on reflection, but I accidentally gave my number to a little gimp thinking I would use him as a business contact (as we started talking about him providing a service to the company I work for- to me this is networking)and we ... Read More
rent prices for expats are they the same for locals? by gingerqueen
Hi, I am moving to Cairo in two weeks time and I seem a bit confused as to what the average rent price is for a one or two bed flat in Cairo. Whilst i was in Cairo recently i was speakig to someone who said that he paid 600 le a month for a flat in ...
Yes you will pay more. We need to accept this and never take our salaries for granted. You NEED to be paid much more than locals as you will be ripped off everywhere you turn. You need to look around before making a commitment. Have you been ... Read More
Are these Food Products Available in Cairo? by B617
Im from Louisiana USA and moving to Cairo soon from Abu Dhabi. I was wondering if the following products are available in Cairo: 1. Corn meal 2. Pecans 3. Hellman's Mayonnaise 4. Philidelphia Cream Cheese 5. Liquid Vanilla Flavoring 6. Western ...
They definitely have nuts in Egypt! And I'm not sure what the difference is between 'cake flour' and normal flour, which many people are known to use to make cakes....I saw loads of mayonnaise today and there is an abundance of cheese. Crikey, I ... Read More
what do you really like & hate about living in Egypt? by SophsRianna
Asalam 3alaikum! Hi everyone. I know that with living everywhere there are likes and dislikes, i would like to know what these are in Egypt. Anything unique to Egypt also ? I live in UK. Also, differences between Cairo and Alex, something that may ...
Tis useful to know the word, 'shurta'. I will test it next time I am harassed and let you know how it went. I wonder if any of these people have lived in other countries before. Turkey is a damned sight worse for harassment, if your man here ... Read More
what do you really like & hate about living in Egypt? by SophsRianna
Asalam 3alaikum! Hi everyone. I know that with living everywhere there are likes and dislikes, i would like to know what these are in Egypt. Anything unique to Egypt also ? I live in UK. Also, differences between Cairo and Alex, something that may ...
Egyptian men have no respect for foreign women, no one speaks english, crazy drivers, horrible food, cheating foreigners, etc Only thing i like about Egypt is home delivery on almost everything, i dont go shopping often, just call the grocery ... Read More
what do you really like & hate about living in Egypt? by SophsRianna
Asalam 3alaikum! Hi everyone. I know that with living everywhere there are likes and dislikes, i would like to know what these are in Egypt. Anything unique to Egypt also ? I live in UK. Also, differences between Cairo and Alex, something that may ...
Having only recently arrived (few weeks ago), I am not an expert. This is my take so far: I am tall, blonde (oh yeah and gorgeous) I have NOT experienced much harassment at all and when I do it's some little pervert's whisper as he passes me. ... Read More
hip hop and martial arts classes by cndamp
hi im also lookin for some high level hip hop classes in down town cairo especially,and a kik boxing,or muye thai classes. Any suggestions please?
oops sorry I didn't read the small print! No external links :( I wanted to refer you to Egypt the Boxing Academy' which is on the book of the faces! Read More
Arabic Summer Schools? by Burnside
Can anyone recommend a decent language school for Arabic? I'd like to take part in a summer school for about 5/6 weeks.
Great stuff! Loads going on! Looking forward to it :) Read More
hip hop and martial arts classes by cndamp
hi im also lookin for some high level hip hop classes in down town cairo especially,and a kik boxing,or muye thai classes. Any suggestions please?
[moderated : no links to external groups pls] Read More
Spices and Asian cooking by Burnside
So I'm in the process of packing right now! I have way too much stuff, but my employer will pay for a limited amount of excess baggage. I like to cook curry with garam masala, tumeric, cumin, chillies, etc. I'm thinking cumin will be easy to ...
Not from India, just like cooking! There are some nice, hot (garam) flavours that might be difficult to find....but not it seems. Still need coconut oil source. Read More
Spices and Asian cooking
So I'm in the process of packing right now! I have way too much stuff, but my employer will pay for a limited amount of excess baggage. I like to cook curry with garam masala, tumeric, cumin, chillies, etc. I'm thinking cumin will be easy to ... Read More
Arabic Summer Schools?
Can anyone recommend a decent language school for Arabic? I'd like to take part in a summer school for about 5/6 weeks. Read More