hansvc
ContributorBelgian expat in Oman
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Belgian
Lives in Muscat
Speaks Dutch, English, French
Registration: 13 November 2010
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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.
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
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?
check these links: http://www.ambafrance-om.org/The-Omani-French-Center,1089 http://www.ecolefrancaisedemascate.com/ Read More
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.
unfortunately, can't attend....I will be in Dubai that weekend :sosad: ....shopping for furniture :cool: Read More
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 ...
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
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 ...
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
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 ...
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
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
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 ...
wow count me in yey ! :top:count you in for Aug 22nd or coming weekend (Aug 8/9) or both? :p Read More
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 ...
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
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 ...
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
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 ...
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
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.
Hi both :), welcome to Shanghai! Read More
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 ...
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
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 ...
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
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