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Hiring a driver by Toronto
Hey all, I will be moving to Tripoli beginning of Feb and wanted to know how to hire a driver to get to/from work and around town? If anyone knows how to go about doing so and what the average cost is I would greatly appreciate it! Thanks!
alright. great thanks so much for the advice! Read More
Hiring a driver by Toronto
Hey all, I will be moving to Tripoli beginning of Feb and wanted to know how to hire a driver to get to/from work and around town? If anyone knows how to go about doing so and what the average cost is I would greatly appreciate it! Thanks!
Great, thanks Hilton. I will ask my company (Ernst & Young) if they have one available! Thanks again! Read More
Hiring a driver by Toronto
Hey all, I will be moving to Tripoli beginning of Feb and wanted to know how to hire a driver to get to/from work and around town? If anyone knows how to go about doing so and what the average cost is I would greatly appreciate it! Thanks!
Yes, basically I am looking for information on private drivers. I understand there isn't a website available for such information, but I thought maybe others would have information from personal experience/use. Gender is not important as long as ... Read More
Hiring a driver
Hey all, I will be moving to Tripoli beginning of Feb and wanted to know how to hire a driver to get to/from work and around town? If anyone knows how to go about doing so and what the average cost is I would greatly appreciate it! Thanks! Read More
"Meat" from the Libyan Grocery Store by Padrino
Ok, the question that everyone's always wondered about but never asked. I bought some beautiful ground round for a burger b-b-q at the local Libyan grocery store. It said "meet" in english on the label and looks like the real deal. Didn't cook up ...
If it was camel, you would know. Juiciness is the least of your worries - camel is very 'gamey'. Read More
Blackberry by Flasher
Looks like it is up and running. Pricey though. Vodafone has extended its data roaming service to Libya after an agreement with mobile operator Al Madar. Pre-paid and post-paid Vodafone customers travelling to Libya may now access data on their ...
Thank you so much for posting!! GREAT to hear! Read More
Distance programs by Toronto
I am thinking of doing a Distance diploma through LSE to kill some free time while I am in Libya and wanted to know if anyone knows if the universities in Tripoli are certified to host my examinations or had any experience with this? There is also ...
haha oh yes! That would absolutely be the most desirable option but just incase I cannot get time off work I want to have my bases covered. Did your friend say anything particular about her experience writing the exam here? You're right though, I ... Read More
Distance programs
I am thinking of doing a Distance diploma through LSE to kill some free time while I am in Libya and wanted to know if anyone knows if the universities in Tripoli are certified to host my examinations or had any experience with this? There is also ... Read More
Welcome Group for Expat Women by Sea Angel
Hello Everyone, I have been Tripoli for about 3 weeks. I am an American. I was wondering if there was a Welcome group for expat women that maybe meets one time a month? If not, I was wondering if anyone would be interested? We could take turns ...
That is a fantastic idea! I dont arrive until sept but I am def interested in something like this! Read More
hello from toronto by Toronto
hello all, I am a Canadian-Libyan (dual citizenship) but born and raised in Canada with only a handful of vacations to Libya. I will be moving there for a year or so this coming september for some international work experience. I am quite nervous ...
hey look what I found: A Prtable Shisha an agreeable way to fill up that Jimmy Choo bag indeedhilarious! Read More
hello from toronto by Toronto
hello all, I am a Canadian-Libyan (dual citizenship) but born and raised in Canada with only a handful of vacations to Libya. I will be moving there for a year or so this coming september for some international work experience. I am quite nervous ...
Anyhow, I think I'll play safe rather than sorry on this one and nix the shisha in public controversy. Bluejay it would prob get plenty of frowns from the family but I usually only see them for "play dates" and not living with ;) Read More
hello from toronto by Toronto
hello all, I am a Canadian-Libyan (dual citizenship) but born and raised in Canada with only a handful of vacations to Libya. I will be moving there for a year or so this coming september for some international work experience. I am quite nervous ...
hmmmm at what point did I say "that's my idea of Libya"? I'm pretty sure I simply asked a question. no? Thanks for your ever helpful response though - I've noticed you have such a unique way of contributing to this forum. Read More
hello from toronto by Toronto
hello all, I am a Canadian-Libyan (dual citizenship) but born and raised in Canada with only a handful of vacations to Libya. I will be moving there for a year or so this coming september for some international work experience. I am quite nervous ...
MoEl I think you are right on the ball regarding "expectations" and my inability to speak arabic. At some point it will be beneficial to learn but I guess for the mean time I will continue to use my cousins as translators haha. Can I unlock my ... Read More
hello from toronto by Toronto
hello all, I am a Canadian-Libyan (dual citizenship) but born and raised in Canada with only a handful of vacations to Libya. I will be moving there for a year or so this coming september for some international work experience. I am quite nervous ...
Haha thanks so much BlueJay - sad news about the marshmellows! thanks you for the advice on the face cream, I completely skipped that! I know they are crazy about Max Factor and Dior there but I dont recall Clinique in the shops. Having family will ... Read More
hello from toronto by Toronto
hello all, I am a Canadian-Libyan (dual citizenship) but born and raised in Canada with only a handful of vacations to Libya. I will be moving there for a year or so this coming september for some international work experience. I am quite nervous ...
Wow! that will def be a good change of environment for you guys! I have been to calgary a few times and if you guys like skiing and much green landscapes you are in for a treat! Also its not too far from Banff and the Rocky mountains. We once ... Read More