mattalex
Malaysian expat in Russia
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Registration: 22 February 2014
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Expats in Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk by Mjsturtevant
Hello all, I will be moving to Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk soon and am trying to get in touch with any expats. I know it's a long shot, not too many foreigners in this part of Russia... but hey, who knows. So if you live in the area (local or expat) please ...
Sam, thank you for the useful feedback. Did you look at other places before deciding on Strawberry Hills? Matt Read More
Expats in Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk by Mjsturtevant
Hello all, I will be moving to Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk soon and am trying to get in touch with any expats. I know it's a long shot, not too many foreigners in this part of Russia... but hey, who knows. So if you live in the area (local or expat) please ...
Sam, Thank you for the note. I'm still trying to decide where to stay. Sounds like Strawberry Hills is highly recommended. Was there anything you wish you had brought with you to Yuzhno? Matt Read More
Expats in Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk by Mjsturtevant
Hello all, I will be moving to Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk soon and am trying to get in touch with any expats. I know it's a long shot, not too many foreigners in this part of Russia... but hey, who knows. So if you live in the area (local or expat) please ...
Sorry Elvir, One more question. Do they have ATM machines with Cirrus or PLUS which allows cash withdrawals from overseas accounts? Btw, my email is ***. Maybe easier to communicate outside this site. Matt Read More
Expats in Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk by Mjsturtevant
Hello all, I will be moving to Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk soon and am trying to get in touch with any expats. I know it's a long shot, not too many foreigners in this part of Russia... but hey, who knows. So if you live in the area (local or expat) please ...
Elvir, Thanks for the precise reply. I suppose it is getting less cold now. I also hope the situation with Ukraine get resolved without impacting the foreign oil & gas operations there. Matt Read More
Expats in Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk by Mjsturtevant
Hello all, I will be moving to Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk soon and am trying to get in touch with any expats. I know it's a long shot, not too many foreigners in this part of Russia... but hey, who knows. So if you live in the area (local or expat) please ...
Hi, One question - during winter, based on what you have seen so far, has there been any occasion where you have not been able to get to town/work from Starberry Hills due to heavy snow? I'd hate to lose any work days as I will be on day rates, ... Read More
Expats in Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk by Mjsturtevant
Hello all, I will be moving to Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk soon and am trying to get in touch with any expats. I know it's a long shot, not too many foreigners in this part of Russia... but hey, who knows. So if you live in the area (local or expat) please ...
Elvir, Really appreciate your feedback. This has helped a lot. I'll drop a note when I arrive there, unless I think of more things to ask. Take care and have a good weekend! Matt Read More
Expats in Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk by Mjsturtevant
Hello all, I will be moving to Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk soon and am trying to get in touch with any expats. I know it's a long shot, not too many foreigners in this part of Russia... but hey, who knows. So if you live in the area (local or expat) please ...
Hi Elvir, Great to get a reply so quick! Your earlier post says you don't check very often:) Yes, I was refering to the hotel in Stawberry Hills. Looks good on the website and nice rooms. I am actually hoping to reduce my visit to the bars when I ... Read More
Expats in Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk by Mjsturtevant
Hello all, I will be moving to Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk soon and am trying to get in touch with any expats. I know it's a long shot, not too many foreigners in this part of Russia... but hey, who knows. So if you live in the area (local or expat) please ...
Hello guys, I will be moving to Yuzhno in April for a year or so, for work. I have a choice to stay in apartment in town (Rubin) or outside, close to the expat colony area (Strawberry Hills, etc.). Any suggestions? Transport is provided by company. ... Read More