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Top 5 tips to live in Mauritania by expat.com
Hi, When you are going to live abroad, you may have a lot of questions. Hence to facilitate you in this process, we are inviting expats to share their top 5 tips with regards to settling and living in Mauritania. What recommendations would you ...
Tips for coming to Mauritania: 1. Bring clothes you'll need as western attire is limited in availability and quality. 2. Women ought to bring cosmetics. 3. Imagine sand EVERYWHERE and then consider your choice of shoes. Living in ... Read More
New members of the Mauritania forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Mauritania forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Hi there, How old are your kids? We're new here with a 10-year-old that is bored with no friends! Read More
Cost of living in Mauritania by expat.com
Hi everybody, It would be very useful to talk about the cost of living in Mauritania. Don't forget to mention where in Mauritania you are living. How much does it cost to live in Mauritania? > accommodation prices > public transportation fares ...
Hello VH, Just go to any hospital. The best thing is to arrest any illness as soon as possible. Many illnesses present in a similar manner but have very different end results. Please go to the hospital now!! Good luck and keep us informed! Read More
Cost of living in Mauritania by expat.com
Hi everybody, It would be very useful to talk about the cost of living in Mauritania. Don't forget to mention where in Mauritania you are living. How much does it cost to live in Mauritania? > accommodation prices > public transportation fares ...
Hmm, guess I'm moving to yet another country where dating will be out! Sigh! PS srws, I tried to send you a PM, did you get it? Read More
Traveling to Nouakchott, Mauritania by Enigmafriend
This will be my first time traveling to this country, is it a good place USA foreigners? How is transportation at the airport; If do no speak any French or Hassaniyya. How are the prices at the hotels.
The language bit is good news! We're coming with some languages under our belts but neither French nor Arabic are among them! I've tried to convince my daughter that I'll learn the French and she the Arabic but she seems to be against ... Read More
Cost of living in Mauritania by expat.com
Hi everybody, It would be very useful to talk about the cost of living in Mauritania. Don't forget to mention where in Mauritania you are living. How much does it cost to live in Mauritania? > accommodation prices > public transportation fares ...
Dear SRWS, Thank you so much for your follow-up! You've been incredibly helpful and insightful! I'll pm you once I arrive and hopefully treat you for a coffee! Read More
Cost of living in Mauritania by expat.com
Hi everybody, It would be very useful to talk about the cost of living in Mauritania. Don't forget to mention where in Mauritania you are living. How much does it cost to live in Mauritania? > accommodation prices > public transportation fares ...
Dear SRWS, Thank you for your detailed advice! You are very thorough!! I appreciate it. I will be living in a flat provided by my employer so that takes care of much of my expenses. I wonder if you could expand on day-to-day expenses (shopping, ... Read More
Cost of living in Mauritania by expat.com
Hi everybody, It would be very useful to talk about the cost of living in Mauritania. Don't forget to mention where in Mauritania you are living. How much does it cost to live in Mauritania? > accommodation prices > public transportation fares ...
Hello, curious on any more up-to-date figures on this thread. What sort of budget seems appropriate for a couple? We eat in most of the time but do like to go out a few times a week, though I've not been to Mauritania yet so can't be tooo ... Read More
New members of the Serbia forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Serbia forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
I've an interview for a position in Belgrade. I am interested in knowing the expat version of an acceptable montly income for two people. The information I seem to find (other than numeo, which just gives individual costs) is woefully old. Thank you ... Read More
update on cost of living?
Hi, the last COL thread I found was 9 months old. Checking to see what kind of life/savings two can have on $1500 + accommodation in Cairo. All replies appreciated! Read More
Colombo or Kandy? by runningmom
Hello all, I'm in the initial process of discussing a teaching position with CIS schools. Firstly, does anyone have any opinions regarding this school? Secondly, is living in Colombo and travelling on weekends better than living in Kandy? I ...
Hello Thusitha, Thank you for your reply. I didn't think that the climate we a huge difference between Kandy and Colombo. I frankly love the cold climate but my daughter prefers the tropical climate. So, this move she chooses! I would be ... Read More
Colombo or Kandy? by runningmom
Hello all, I'm in the initial process of discussing a teaching position with CIS schools. Firstly, does anyone have any opinions regarding this school? Secondly, is living in Colombo and travelling on weekends better than living in Kandy? I ...
Thank you Lasith, but I am a primary school teacher. Good luck to you! Read More
Colombo or Kandy? by runningmom
Hello all, I'm in the initial process of discussing a teaching position with CIS schools. Firstly, does anyone have any opinions regarding this school? Secondly, is living in Colombo and travelling on weekends better than living in Kandy? I ...
Hi Farhaz, thanks so much for your input. I'm very interested in relocating to Sri Lanka! Your comment is very helpful! Read More
Colombo or Kandy? by runningmom
Hello all, I'm in the initial process of discussing a teaching position with CIS schools. Firstly, does anyone have any opinions regarding this school? Secondly, is living in Colombo and travelling on weekends better than living in Kandy? I ...
I've gotten some great feedback on the cities, thank you. I am still interested in learning of anyone's opinion on CIS. Thanks again! Read More
Colombo or Kandy? by runningmom
Hello all, I'm in the initial process of discussing a teaching position with CIS schools. Firstly, does anyone have any opinions regarding this school? Secondly, is living in Colombo and travelling on weekends better than living in Kandy? I ...
Mal, thanks for the reply. I appreciate any information that can help me make the best decision! The fresh air you described might be nice as I live in a very large and polluted city at the current time! Thanks again! Read More