Captain Greg
South African citizen
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About me
South African
Speaks English
Registration: 30 August 2017
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Where is the most convienent to stay
Moving to Doha Where would be the most convienent place to stay if I wanted to enjoy the night/ social life ( I understand it's very limited) I enjoy a cold one after a days work if you know what I mean. Read More
Hello and advise please by Captain Greg
Hi guys, I'm considering taking a job in Qatar and wondering how life would be on say 30k Qr based in Doha? housing provided by the company, I would need to pay for beer and transport is taking a taxi a good option or should in consider a cheap ...
Hi sorry to bother again Can you advise if I do not purchase a car is it possible to move around with taxi? At this stage I don't know where I will be staying but I will definitely want to socialize in the evening from time to time and am unsure ... Read More
Hello and advise please by Captain Greg
Hi guys, I'm considering taking a job in Qatar and wondering how life would be on say 30k Qr based in Doha? housing provided by the company, I would need to pay for beer and transport is taking a taxi a good option or should in consider a cheap ...
Thank you for your reply, I will be alone Read More
Should I take this job! by Errasouf
Hey everyone! I have been offered a job in Doha Qatar as a telephone operator in a 5 star Hotel, the package includes a net salary of 1900Qr ,shared accommodation and covered transport from and to work. I am concerned whether or not its worth to ...
Wonder why the exp guys on this forum have not responded? Read More
Hello and advise please
Hi guys, I'm considering taking a job in Qatar and wondering how life would be on say 30k Qr based in Doha? housing provided by the company, I would need to pay for beer and transport is taking a taxi a good option or should in consider a cheap ... Read More
My first month in nepal by Captain Greg
Well let me start with the facts...... what a toilet! Coming from a western world I find nepal appalling 😐I live in pokhara and here they do not have one decent hotel......yep not one. That said if your into yoga, and finding inner piece and ...
Well I hold on to very little, I am here because I was transferred on a work contract to pass on some skills to local people. I have no issue with the locals, they are more friendly than locals say in the DRC or NYC, I also could not care less ... Read More
Moving to Nepal...a bit terrified by ayesha87
Hello, I am moving from Toronto to Lalipatur, Nepal for 10 months. I have no idea what to expect. I'll be there to volunteer but will have a stipend to live on. I have to find my own accomodations. My questions... How is internet access ...
forget the gym, .... Read More
My first month in nepal by Captain Greg
Well let me start with the facts...... what a toilet! Coming from a western world I find nepal appalling 😐I live in pokhara and here they do not have one decent hotel......yep not one. That said if your into yoga, and finding inner piece and ...
I honestly didn't get much of what you're writing. Nevertheless, it's about adaptability. I wish you a good stay in Nepal.Thank you Sir We adapt if we have too. I have no intention to live or retire in Nepal (after all what is wrong ... Read More
My first month in nepal
Well let me start with the facts...... what a toilet! Coming from a western world I find nepal appalling 😐I live in pokhara and here they do not have one decent hotel......yep not one. That said if your into yoga, and finding inner piece and ... Read More
New members of the Nepal forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Nepal 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 ...
Could be better, they have some nice bands playing at certain spots in the evenings....but you guys have a shortage of women in Pokhara and this is very disturbing. Watching adult men dancing with each other drinking like lovers is a bit unusual for ... Read More
Customs Declaration on Arrival by jl1234
Since I've been here, I often hear the question: How much cash can foreigners bring into Nepal? To answer that question, I refer them to the following link's valuable information, for guidance purposes: ...
2000 USD dont buy much in a western country, while I respect the police wish to curb illegal dealings but what if people want to do helicopter rides and other big ticket adventure stuff? Read More
What to expect when moving to Nepal by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Is there anything you wish you had known before moving to Nepal? For example, transportation, internet speeds, types of housing, aspects of the culture or social life. In your opinion, what's the most important thing to know ...
He he seems bead is a man I could enjoy a single malt with. While we are on the subjects of Nepal .......how's the women? I hear from a French pilot who is leaving that it's not happening abd like many things that are scares in Nepal women ... Read More
What to expect when moving to Nepal by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Is there anything you wish you had known before moving to Nepal? For example, transportation, internet speeds, types of housing, aspects of the culture or social life. In your opinion, what's the most important thing to know ...
Thanks Guys for the reply Im must say Im a bit concerned about the upcoming trip, but am picking up the issue of water and cleanliness. Im will be going for a typhoid injection before I leave (04/09/2017) and hope it will go well. We are on a 6 ... Read More
Expand your social circle in Nepal by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Moving to Nepal means leaving one's family and friends behind. Creating a circle of friends or joining an existing one should therefore be paramount in order to fight loneliness in your host country. But how can one develop a ...
How is Pokhara fir meeting people? Read More
Common misconceptions and clichés about life in Nepal by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Old clichés die hard, as the saying goes... and living in Nepal can generate lots of misconceptions in the eyes of the people. What are the most common misconceptions about the expat lifestyle in Nepal? What are the most ...
What do you mean equal rights? Surly everyhas rights and respect is given to all? Read More