@hamishbond
American expat in South Africa
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About me
American, Single
Lives in Cape Town, Western Cape
Speaks English
Registration: 28 November 2016
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Dating in Mongolia by HkxColonCleanse
Hi everyone, As a spin-off on the marriage thread, I was wondering if any of you kind people could give a glance into your dating experiences as foreigners in Mongolia, with Mongolian men and women. Are there any things that would be useful to ...
@gena_larkin. What kind of name is "Larkin" for a "supposed" Russian citizen, commenting in the Mongolia forum? Considering you just joined Expat today, will dismiss your comments as a radical feminist from the USA expounding ... Read More
I wonder if it could be possible to settle in Cape Town by cocoyoga
Hi everyone I visited S.A. 12 years ago and I have loved it. Beiing back to South of France after 20 years overseas, I have been enjoying Nice very much. But I feel like it's time for me to move on and I wonder if it could be possible to settle ...
Hi and welcome Cocoyoga: My name is Hamish. I am an American expat currently living in Cape Town, South Africa just over five months now and love it. I am in the employ of an international mining corporate and will be here for at least one year, ... Read More
Expats unite by Metto81
Hi fellow expats, I know we are a minority in Mongolia but much like this country we are free and wild with a lot of good vibes to offer. The beautiful thing about Mongolia is that you only have one city where almost all of us congregate and ...
Hahahahaha..... you are going to think you died and went to heaven. I will respond more in detail later, however, the time to hit Mongolia right, is about May 18. This is the time the sun begins to warm the earth and the Steppe's again come ... Read More
From mauritius / asking about security in SA by Yaelle05
Hi there :) I am planning to come in SA for work and wanted to know if we are safe in Cape Town ? Heard lot of things but want to know if I will feel secured . :) Looking to hear soon
Hi Yaelle05, My name is Hamish. I am an American structural engineer presently contracted through a mining corporate living in Cape Town. I have been here just over three months and can tell you that it is safe. The city is huge (3.5M+)' ... Read More
New members of the South Africa forum, introduce yourself here 2017 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the South Africa 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 ...
Hey Zenani! It is my privilege and pleasure to count you in as one of my new friends. A little about me, I am a structural engineer who sells his skill-set on the international market to whoever will pay me the most and retain me for the longest ... Read More
New members of the South Africa forum, introduce yourself here 2017 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the South Africa 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 ...
Hey Anna: Hamish here. I am an American living in Cape Town and loving it. I am an engineer presently working with a well-known mining corporate, and can tell you that every day is like vacation living here. The culture was somewhat different than ... Read More
Living in SA from USA by Allison Rae
Hi Everyone! I've been living in SA for 5 years now. Each year I have been fortunate enough to go home and live in New Hampshire, in USA for 4-5 months during winter (american summers). This year I have not been back home in 10 months and ...
Hi Allison: It is my pleasure to make your acquaintance. I have just recently arrived to Cape Town and living in the Carradale apartments. I am an American Structural Engineer and spent the prior 1-1/2 years working in Mongolia. I am originally ... Read More
Moving to South Africa by Victoriam94
Hi Guys, I'm Victoria and I'm looking at moving to Cape Town in 2018. I'm currently employed working and a financial analyst for my local council in North Yorkshire England. Firstly I'm looking at studying over there. I'm ...
Hi and welcome Victoria! Not sure how much of assistance I can be. I am American, that's almost and Englishman :) I have only been in Cape Town inside of a month, however, please feel free to bounce anything you wish off of me. It would be my ... Read More
New members of the South Africa forum, introduce yourself here 2017 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the South Africa 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 ...
Good day everyone! I have currently arrived in Cape Town, after a 1-1/2 years working in UB, Mongolia as part of a team tasked with improving production and expansion of the Tavan Tolgoi in the Gobi Desert. I have chosen the Carradale apartments to ... Read More
In retrospect, would you move again to Mongolia? by Christine
Hi all, If you had to look back on your expat experience in Mongolia, would you heartily say "lets do it again"? From the preparation stage to your actual everyday life in your new country, what did you enjoy the most? Would you do certain ...
If you had to look back on your expat experience in Mongolia, would you heartily say "let’s do it again"? I would whole-heartily do so again. although Mongolia is better suited for some than others. From the perspective of an Expat ... Read More
How to bring your car to Mongolia by Bhavna
Hello everybody, If you exported your car to Mongolia, were there any formalities that needed to be completed beforehand? What were they? What is the best way to export your car? Is there a limit on the number of vehicles, or perhaps the age ...
No worries kid. To summarize, I can tell you that I am only aware of one person who shipped their personal vehicle from Europe to UB. They now regret it. Nearly everyone uses public transportation. Those here permanently, purchase used vehicles (not ... Read More
How to bring your car to Mongolia by Bhavna
Hello everybody, If you exported your car to Mongolia, were there any formalities that needed to be completed beforehand? What were they? What is the best way to export your car? Is there a limit on the number of vehicles, or perhaps the age ...
Greetings Bhavna! Firstly, wonderful to make your acquaintance. I am not an expert on this, however will weigh in. I am an American Engineer and contracted through Rio Tinto, an international mining corporate. I signed a contract which will place ... Read More
Your experience of culture shock in Mongolia by Christine
Hi, Living in a foreign country implies to discover its culture, to learn and master the cultural codes. How did you deal with that? Share with us your culture shock stories where you experienced a funny or awkward moment in Mongolia. What ...
C178.... that is only because only privileged westerners, with nothing left to experiment with would contrive of such a thing. Read More
How has your life changed in Mongolia by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Has your life changed since you moved to Mongolia? If so, in what way? Tell us more about all the changes in your life regarding your family, job, or friends. What about your frame of mind? How would you define your mood? ...
Hi Priscilla: Do not have much time to post in the forum lately. In short, I am an American engineer, contracted through Rio Tinto (mining corporate) to assist in development improvements. In my particular situation (speaking only for me), I have ... Read More
New members of the Mongolia forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Mongolia 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 ...
Hey C178: Hope all is well. my name is Hamish, I'm a 35 year old American (relax, not hitting on you) current ling living in UB and working in Mongolia. I am a Structural Engineer working as a design consultant to expand/improve mining of the ... Read More