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Where can I find cheap accommodation in Sydney?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Sydney
Hi There,

I was wondering if there was anyone on this forum who could give me advice on finding a place to stay in Sydney. I am a 27 year old female. I'd really like to be close to the beach. I am into art, alternative music and yoga and would be looking to share a house with similar people.

Can anyone recommend a good suburb for me ? Are there any reccommended real estate agents I could use.

Would love to hear you thoughts.

Recommendations on things to do in London

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: London
Hi Guys,

I moved to London a couple of weeks to go. So far I am loving it - there is so much to do and see, so I am always busy. I have some guests visiting me from home next month and I wanted to see if anyone could give me some recommendations on what to do with them. They've all been to London before, so have probably done most of the traditional tourist things. They are all students, so will probably be on a tight budget. But we are open to anything.

Looking for help with move to Cape Town

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Cape Town

Good afternoon, A colleague of mine will move, with his family, to CapeTown in the coming months. He is a Belgian citizen living currently in Brazil. I was wondering if and how you could help with this. Which services do you offer? Thanks a lot in advance! Kind regards, Laurence

Costs and info for special needs educations for 5 year son?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Sydney
Hi, we might have a job offer for my husband in Sydney. Our son is currently in a special needs class here in Dubai. Please can you advise on the costs involved for special needs schooling. Also please advise on the costs of speech and occupational therapy? Will this have to be paid by our own medical insurance. Thanks.

Help with insurance in Norway!

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Norway
I'm in Norway only 6 weeks. A week ago a crash in job and broken rib.Employer said i can't take a sickness list because i work only a month,and min. I need to work in company 2 months.But i can't plan my sickness!I told him i can't work!It's really hurt! Then i was in emergency,and the doctor give me sickness list.And i will sit at home from 1-4 weeks. Question - how does insurance work in Norway.Employer pay for me some insurance.How work this insurance? I need to pay doctor 40euro...why it's not free???

Angola - is the salary worth the risk?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Luanda
I've been offered a really good package to go work in Angola for a year, but I'm not sure it's really worth the risk I may be taking. Anyone got any insights into expat life in Angola? Am I going to be able to have a normal, decent life there. What is there to do on the weekends in Luanda? Is it safe to leave my compound? This is a big decision I have to make and I'd really appreciate any insights from any expats living in Angola.....

Single Female moving to Doha from the UK

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Doha
Hi All Looking for any advice that anyone can give me. I have been offered a job and have to relocate to Doha in November. I am so unsure of what to do and not sure what it is like out there. I am 31 single female and know no one in Doha at all. Are there places to go? is it easy to meet people etc? I am very confused and have to make a decision relatively soon so would be so grateful of any advice. Laura

How do I get my work permit processed for Abu Dhabi?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Abu Dhabi

Hii Dear ,

I actually got a job offer from an Abu Dhabi hotel. They have sent me the offer letter . It says they will provide me Visa + Ticket . Now I just want to know what the next step will be to get my work permit processed.Do I need to go to the UAE embassy along with my documents.

Plz provide me with all the information.

Where should I live in Adelaide ? Will I need to get a car ?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Adelaide
Hi,

I am busy planning my move to Adelaide, Australia at the end of this year. I am wondering if anyone can recommend a good suburb for me to live in. I am a single guy, so a one-bedroom place will be perfect. I'd like to be close to the centre of town so I can get to work quickly. If there is a chance of being close to the beach, that would also be great (as that is a big part of my reason for moving to Oz)

What's the food like in Taiwan?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Taiwan
Is it possible to find Western food in Taiwan? I'm thinking of things like pasta, pasta sauce, flour, Western fruit and veg, that sort of thing. Can you only find these things in speciality stores or do normal supermarkets also stock some Western food? Is it expensive? Also, for Taiwanese food in supermarkets are ingredients all in Taiwanese or are ingredients also in English? I have some food allergies so I like to know what I'm eating.

What's the food like in Korea?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: South Korea
I've been reading some blogs and it looks like all anybody ever eats is gross chicken feet and weird things like that. Is it possible to buy normal Western food in Korea and is it really very expensive? Does food in stores have English ingredients on the packaging or is eveything in Korean? I have some food allergies so I like to know what I'm eating.

Any advice on good or bad recruitment companies in South Korea for English teachers?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: South Korea
There are so many recruitment companies for the English teaching industry in South Korea. How does one tell the difference between a good one and a bad one? Can anyone recommend a good company to go through for someone looking to teach English in South Korea? Does it ever happen that you land yourself with a terrible company that plonks you in a bad school, or is it that you are supposed to look into the school itself and it isn't the recruitment company's fault if the school is bad? How does it all work?

Things to remember about culture in Korea?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: South Korea
I'd like to know what I can and can't say to interviewers or bosses in Korea, and actually just people in general. For example, I read somewhere that when you hail a cab you have to keep your palm down or something? Also that you mustn't answer back to people in authority, and when you hand over a business card it needs to be done in a certain way, and stuff like that. Is there a special way to hand over money or paperwork other things or is it just business cards? Please I just don't want to offend anyone - any little things like that would be good to know. Thanx.

Transport situation in Seoul

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Seoul

Hi

I am going to teach English in South Korea next year and am trying to get a job in Seoul. I was wondering how far I could live from the school - what are my options, should I get somehwre as close as possible even if it is expensive? Hhow long does it take to travel on public transport? Is it likely to find somewhere within walking distance? Also, how do people who don't speak Korean get around - are the signs and maps in English as well? I know Seoul is supposed to be huge (I've seen some pictures) but I'm from a small town so it all sounds a bit overwhelming.

Any experience with Keystone International School

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Istanbul
Hello everyone, I recently registered my daughter at Keystone International in Dragos, IStanbul. I really liked the school, the atmosphere was so positive. The curriculum is approved by the California Department of Education, there is a real yard for recess and the food is organic. I am not second guessing myself at all but just wanted to know if anyone had anything to add about the school. Thanks Paige

Best free vpn server proxy for use in China?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: China

I just come to SHANGHAI yesterday.But i find i cannot log in my facebook,twitter,Youtube.Then i looked for some information.I know these wabsites have been locked in china.If i need access to these websites.Must use sever proxy.Who can suggest cheap or free proxy for me.

What does "All Inclusive Salary" mean in Abu Dhabi?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Abu Dhabi

I am negotiating for a job in Abu Dhabi. The company has told me they offer "all inclusive salary packages". Then they asked me what I would like my minimum salary to be. My question: what does an "all inclusive salary" mean? I will ask for less money if they offer financial assistance for rent, my child's school, etc. I'm just not sure if this term means something special in Abu Dhabi. Thank you.

Minimum salary to survive in Hong Kong with decent savings?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Hong Kong

Hi All , I know these question is asked several times in forums , but I am still not able to figure out the cost of living in Hong Kong [ in 2012 ] . I am a Software developer from Mumbai working on Microsoft Technologies [ mainly into Silverlight , C#.net , WCF ] with 2 years of experience and holding a Master degree [Master of Computer Applications ] . I have got an offer from Hong Kong but the problem is they have asked me to quote the salary and I want to make sure I am not asking for too much OR too less considering my experience.

Survival in Qatar on 13000 QAR/month

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Qatar

dear fellas. i am a civil engineer and have been offered a position of construction manager in a local company of qatar with 13000QAR/month. car and fuel shall be provided by the employer separatly. how much can i save at the end of the month living in normal situation there?? also please guide me either to join a big construction company in saudia with low salary is better or to join a local qatari company with above salary is better?..