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hansvc

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Belgian expat in Oman

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Belgian

Lives in Muscat

Speaks Dutch, English, French

Registration: 13 November 2010

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hansvc replied to a thread
10 years ago
hexebella

Muscat Expat Blog Meet 26th Sept 2014 by hexebella

We would like to invite everyone for a meet up on 26th September Friday. Proposed venues are Thai Corner in Qurum at the back of Mars OR Al Deyar in Shatti Qurum. Please put your suggestions.

hansvc

unfortunately, can't attend....I will be in Dubai that weekend :sosad: ....shopping for furniture :cool:No Problems Hans. Hope to see you the next time. Are you in our whatsapp group yet?Good idea, will send a PM to Hexebella with my phone ... Read More

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10 years ago
Hawkie

Looking for French lessons in Muscat by Hawkie

Dear members, I'm thinking that one of the things I could do in this quiet city is probably learning a new language that's why I'm looking for a recommendations on the best classes or one-to-one lessons in French. Any idea?

hansvc

check these links: http://www.ambafrance-om.org/The-Omani-French-Center,1089 http://www.ecolefrancaisedemascate.com/ Read More

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10 years ago
hexebella

Muscat Expat Blog Meet 26th Sept 2014 by hexebella

We would like to invite everyone for a meet up on 26th September Friday. Proposed venues are Thai Corner in Qurum at the back of Mars OR Al Deyar in Shatti Qurum. Please put your suggestions.

hansvc

unfortunately, can't attend....I will be in Dubai that weekend :sosad: ....shopping for furniture :cool: Read More

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10 years ago
hexebella

Mountain trip to Jabal Al Akhdar by hexebella

Next event planned is a day trip to Jabal Al Akhdar, tentative date is on a Friday 5th September. .... Meeting point will be near the big round about going to Nizwa by 7am. Other details will be posted and discussed on this thread as per the ...

hansvc

heyfarooq and hexebella, Thanks for the quick answers, all clear now. And I hereby confirm I will be joining! Btw, according to Google maps, the roundabout even has a name and is called Burj As Sahwah Roundabout. See u there at 7am, Friday ... Read More

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10 years ago
hexebella

Mountain trip to Jabal Al Akhdar by hexebella

Next event planned is a day trip to Jabal Al Akhdar, tentative date is on a Friday 5th September. .... Meeting point will be near the big round about going to Nizwa by 7am. Other details will be posted and discussed on this thread as per the ...

hansvc

One of the highlights to visit is the wadi bani habib especially for the first timers....an hour will be enough for that going and coming back including the picture taking on site and along the way.....there are also villages that we could ... Read More

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10 years ago
hansvc

Anyone experienced in buying and shipping furniture from Dubai? by hansvc

Hi, We will relocate to Muscat soon and we will have to furnish our rental house there. I've been told it's possible to go to Ikea in Dubai and have them ship the goods to Muscat. I was wondering if anyone has any experience with furniture ...

hansvc

Hi, Good morning Are you buying it from IKEA?? if then they have transport and installation facility pls check with them. JijeswhHi Jijeswh, I know about the Ikea option but was wondering if there are any other furniture shops in Dubai which ... Read More

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10 years ago

Anyone experienced in buying and shipping furniture from Dubai?

Hi, We will relocate to Muscat soon and we will have to furnish our rental house there. I've been told it's possible to go to Ikea in Dubai and have them ship the goods to Muscat. I was wondering if anyone has any experience with furniture ... Read More

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10 years ago
VidoDido

Expat.com Monthly Get-Together in Muscat! by VidoDido

Dear All, Time for our 3rd get together in Muscat on June 13, 2013, 7.00PM at Gloria Jeans Café @ Funzone - Qurum This meeting is going to be our first organized Monthly Get-Together as we are planning to have a monthly regular meeting just ...

hansvc

wow count me in yey ! :top:count you in for Aug 22nd or coming weekend (Aug 8/9) or both? :p Read More

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10 years ago
VidoDido

Expat.com Monthly Get-Together in Muscat! by VidoDido

Dear All, Time for our 3rd get together in Muscat on June 13, 2013, 7.00PM at Gloria Jeans Café @ Funzone - Qurum This meeting is going to be our first organized Monthly Get-Together as we are planning to have a monthly regular meeting just ...

hansvc

Hi everyone, Just moved here from Shanghai, would love to attend these get-togethers. Unfortunately I'm out on Aug 22nd. If anyone would like to meet up the weekend of Aug 8-9, give me a shout :). Cheers, Hans Read More

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10 years ago
Gary1957

Belgian-American teacher in Thailand by Gary1957

My name's Gary, 56, and a language teacher currently in Bangkok. Through this website I'd like to ask what my chances are to get a teaching position in a school in China. First I wish to mention that since I have only the Belgian nationality I'm ...

hansvc

Hi Gary, I'm a fellow Belgian expat and since we are few, I thought I contribute to the topic :). I am not an English teacher, but I have been living in Shanghai for more than 3 years now and I meet teachers all the time, so this is what I ... Read More

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12 years ago
aSmileAday

Hi folks by aSmileAday

Hi altogether, well what to write. am not really new to the town, but lets say, was on and off wise here and now permanently. So there's now a better chance to get to know you all :) I am originally from Germany, but my family has lived quite ...

hansvc

Hi hi, I can't make it this Friday, but keep me in the loop for future events. I'm already around here for two years and used to organize meetups like these too, but always keen to meet some newbies or just fellow oldies haha. Enjoy the meetup ... Read More

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12 years ago
Van1978

Matured Student in Shanghai looking for friends by Van1978

Will be in Shanghai on February! I will stay there probably for few years for my degree in Donghua University CIP . Looking forward to meet new people.

hansvc

Hi both :), welcome to Shanghai! Read More

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12 years ago
rb2980

Cost of living in Shanghai - 10 000 RMB after tax. good deal? by rb2980

Hi I'm Rodney and I'm from the United States. I have been offered and am considering a couple different jobs in China. The problem is I'm not sure if the salary will allow me to save some while having a good time in China. Is 10,000 RMB ...

hansvc

you can check and compare cost of living on this useful site: http://www.numbeo.com/cost-of-living/ And like anywhere else in the world, your actual cola depends on your lifestyle. 10.000RMB after tax and accom is certainly doable in my opinion. ... Read More

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12 years ago
Asmus

2012 get togethers in Shanghai by Asmus

Hello everybody and happy new Year. Let's come together to welcome 2012 and meet old and new friends from Expat-Blog. Date: 14th of January Time: 4pm - 7pm (or longer if we like) Venue: 1919 Cafe, 2nd Floor, Adress: Corner Wulumuqi Lu/ Huashan ...

hansvc

Hi everyone, I'm organizing a get together at the coming JZ festival, Sat Oct 20. Great opportunity to mingle with old and new expats or English speaking Chinese. JZ festival features Jazz, Blues, Soul, Funk, R&B, Pop, Folk, Electronic, World ... Read More

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12 years ago

Get together at JZ festival on Sat Oct 20

Hi everyone, I'm organizing a get together at the coming JZ festival, Sat Oct 20. Great opportunity to mingle with old and new expats or English speaking Chinese. JZ festival features Jazz, Blues, Soul, Funk, R&B, Pop, Folk, Electronic, World ... Read More