@jotxo
Spanish expat in Vietnam
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Spanish
Lives in Hanoi
Speaks SPanish, English, French
Registration: 16 November 2010
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Safety in Vietnam by Christine
Hi, We would like to talk about a sensitive but important topic: do you feel safe in Vietnam? How would you define the level of safety in the country? Can you walk safely during the day and at night without any fear? Do you think there ...
UPDATE: TERRIBLE EXPERIENCE. Attempted robbery by master thief. I recently made a couple of posts stating my view that Vietnam is a very safe place compared to other expat postings I had. Well, yesterday night I had my first contact with a Hanoian ... Read More
Safety in Vietnam by Christine
Hi, We would like to talk about a sensitive but important topic: do you feel safe in Vietnam? How would you define the level of safety in the country? Can you walk safely during the day and at night without any fear? Do you think there ...
In my opinion, Vietnam is as safe or safer than any western country. This does not mean it's crime free. That does not exist, except, perhaps in Antártica. You still have to be careful with your belongings and don't do stupid things ... Read More
Safety in Vietnam by Christine
Hi, We would like to talk about a sensitive but important topic: do you feel safe in Vietnam? How would you define the level of safety in the country? Can you walk safely during the day and at night without any fear? Do you think there ...
In my opinion, Vietnam is as safe or safer than any western country. This does not mean it's crime free. That does not exist, except, perhaps in Antártica. You still have to be careful with your belongings and don't do stupid things ... Read More
received a weird offer that's too good to be true by LongMai
Hi Expats, I came home from a class tonight and received a very odd email from someone named Dan. He asked me to come to UK and tutor his family (3 kids) for 1.5 yrs. He'll give me accomodation and pay me $9,000/month. Right now, I'm ...
Dear Stewart. You are a philosopher. I followed your moral advice and decided to practice online love. I am helping an elderly widow from Burkina Faso recover 100 million € from an opaque account in Andorra. Her husband was a diamond warlord ... Read More
Change of tyres and wheel balance
Hello everybody. Can someone recommend a good garage in HANOI where I can buy new tyres form a reputable brand and have them installed, balanced etc? If someone speaks english in the garage it would he a huge plus. Thanks. Jotxo Read More
Benghazi and eastern part of Libia by raja sajid
What about every day life in Benghazi as There are disturbing news about eastern part of country, i request the Expat.com members there for their input about security situation there. Best regards R S Javed Tripoli
Dear Raja. The travel advice for europeans and westerners in general is not to travel to the east of Libya. The situation there is out of control, with daily killings of security officials. Westerners and christians have been targeted and killed, ... Read More
safety and school by Angelica1
Hi all My husband been offered a job in Tripoli and we are considering it. We want to know how safe the place is at present, and whether they are expat families there already. How about the international schools? Been reading previous forum, and ...
Dear Angelica. Things have improved greatly in Tripoli. Not perfect, but we have witnessed a great improvement. It is important not to do stupid things like being aggresive or disrispecting local culture or religion, dressing carefully and move ... Read More
Looking for massage therapist by adam010101
i am looking for a massage therapist ! any help, plz thanks
me tooooooooo!!!!! Read More
Price Guide for Palm City by mancunian
Dear Expats, Could anyone give me a rough rent cost for the range of properties in the Palm City? Especially the 3bed apartments. Thank you
2 bedroom appartments 5000 3 bedroom villas 7000 4 bedroom houses with swimming pool 11000 All long term leases. Contact Melvin, Gen. Manager mbonnici@palmcity.com.ly Read More
Why is Libya rent costly compared to its neighboring country and USA? by amandaburton1983
Salam All, I have been graciously given wonderful answers on my previous topic of cost of living in Libya. My answers show me that cost of rent, from the lowest being around 1500LD and up,is beyond reasonable. Even here in the USA I am paying ...
It's because Tripoli is the most beautiful city in the Mediterranean :-P. Read More
Safety in Tripoli by Bechir33
Dear all, My company is proposing me to move to Tripoli. I'am ok with that except with security conditions that make me still hesitate. What about gunshots, the 2 attempts these last 2 or 3 weeks? I really would enjoy to know your ...
Hey Tarekuaee, you certainly cheered me up. A new restaurant is exactly what we need!!!! And I will be a client for sure. Cardinals. I like to fish, unfortunately, i'm neither girl nor good looking, sorry. Read More
Safety in Tripoli by Bechir33
Dear all, My company is proposing me to move to Tripoli. I'am ok with that except with security conditions that make me still hesitate. What about gunshots, the 2 attempts these last 2 or 3 weeks? I really would enjoy to know your ...
Dear Tarekuaee. I guess I'm going through a crisis, and you are right, I might have been unfair. To be frank, most of the stress hardship of living in Libya does not come from Libya itself, nor the Libyans, but the security restrictions that ... Read More
Libya - Palm City Residences by dewi_wahyuningsih
I'm in the process of moving to Libya and wanty to ask about the Palm City Residences whether there was someone who lived in Palm City Resident? whether Palm City Residences is already operating?
Another update on life at Palm City: - The supermarket has improved the variety of products. Still expensive. - The internet speed is still crap. - During the weekends,e specially on fridays the compund is invaded by oursiders that sneak in trhough ... Read More
Libya - Palm City Residences by dewi_wahyuningsih
I'm in the process of moving to Libya and wanty to ask about the Palm City Residences whether there was someone who lived in Palm City Resident? whether Palm City Residences is already operating?
After a few months in Pam City I believe it's worth to update on the situation: - Supermarket is working on half the surface, but they managed to keep all their products on exhibit. No fresh vegetables, some fresh fruits, and the butcher is nowhere ... Read More
Libya - Palm City Residences by dewi_wahyuningsih
I'm in the process of moving to Libya and wanty to ask about the Palm City Residences whether there was someone who lived in Palm City Resident? whether Palm City Residences is already operating?
Dear m0j0working: I really love optimists, it's wonderful to be an optimist, but, come on, you also have to be a realist when it comes to security, which is an important issue for many people. Tripoli will be considered stable when: - There is a ... Read More