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Advice Needed: Relocating to NYC?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: New York City
Hey all...i'm Sara, from Mumbai, India. I am going to moving soon to NYC to pursue theater studies. Any suggestions on international relocation companies in New York, possibly ones that have offices in India? If you have any prior experience with international movers, could you please advice on time taken, possible damage in transit and any expenses incurred at the port of landing? Your help would be much appreciated!

Selling my car in Oman

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Oman
Selling my 2011 Lexus LX 570 Base for $23,000 and 2011 Toyota 4Runner Limited for $15000 mileages are 8644 and 10093 respectively,My wife is also selling her 2012 Nissan Xterra Pro-4X for $10,500 and mileage is: 3650,All cars are almost like new,no dents,accidents,no damages,no scratches.All the three vehicles comes with Full Options and accessories and spares,We are first owners and we are open to offers.To test drive,pictures or negotiations,Kindly send me an email: mandmgomez@yahoo.com

What's the best way of getting around the Netherlands?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: The Netherlands
Hey everyone, we're moving to Amsterdam in a few months and we just trying to gather as much info as possible before we make the big move. One important thing we are concerned about is transport. I've heard the Dutch transport system is excellent. Do you think it's worth buying a car in Holland or can we get by with just relying on the public transport in the Netherlands? 

Reviews on GEMS Royal Dubai School?

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Submitted by tompitman on
Destination: Dubai
Hello - we are doing some research on the GEMS Royal Dubai School? If there are any parents reading this forum who have children or have had children at the school please get in touch. How do you rate the school, the facilities, the staff etc. Also what other English curriculum schools would you recommend for primary school in Dubai?

GEMS Cambridge International School in Dubai - any comments?

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Submitted by tompitman on
Destination: Dubai
Hello - we are trying to find out about the GEMS Cambridge International School in Dubai and have been looking online for comments by parents who have their children there - but we cannot find any! It would be really helpful to hear some first-hand comments from parents to hear their view on the school and also on other British curriculum schools in Dubai. Any comments much appreciated.

Job Opportunity & Salary in Hong Kong?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Hong Kong

Hi, i'm Saybal from India. Have around 14 years of work experience mainly into Sales & Business Development. Out of 14 years, 9 years had been into IT Sales (property management Solution, ISP & Recruitment Automation Industry) and last 5 years into Pharmaceutical Device Companies. Currently work as senior level executive. I'm planning to move to HK with family. I would like to know what kind of Job Opportunities & Salary i can expect ? Look forward to an expert advice.

Can my wife sponsor me to enter Qatar?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Qatar
We are planning a move to Qatar from South Africa. we have two small children aged 2 and 4. Both of us applied for jobs but with my expertise there is not a lot of jobs readily available. My wife on the other hand will most certainly find a job easily. Is it possible for my wife to sponsor me to go to Qatar? We have heard that only our children could be sponsored by her to move to Qatar.

In search of a good job board/recruitment site for Hong Kong

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Hong Kong
Hello!! I am looking to make a move to Hong Kong from the UK and am seaching for good and reliable job boards, job sites or recruitment sites. I would be looking primarily in hte Insurance, defence, aviation and logistics industries but really I'd be interested in anything!! Any help would be much appreciated!! Many thanks, Ed

In search of good job boards/recruitment sites for Dubai

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Dubai
Hello!! I am looking to make a move to Dubai and am seaching for good and reliable job boards, job sites or recruitment sites. I would be looking primarily in hte Insurance, defence, aviation and logistics industries but really I'd be interested in anything!! Any help would be much appreciated!! Many thanks, Ed

Job offer Doha.... Can we afford similar to lifestyle in Riyadh

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Qatar
Hi, My husband has been offered a job in Doha ona salary of 45000 qar a month, exc everything but medical insurance. We currently live in Riyadh, KSA and the contract here includes 4 bed villa Toyota Fortuner Fuel Utility bills 2 return flights home per family member per year School fees for 2 children Would a salary of 45000qar per month afford us a similar lifestyle and allow us to send money back to the UK each month? Thanks

English College Dubai - any comments?

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Submitted by tompitman on
Destination: Dubai
Hello -- we are trying to find out more about the English College Dubai - it would be really helpful to hear first-hand reviews from parents with children at the school. I'd be interested in hearing about the acedemic standard but also the all round quality of the school. Is your child happy there? Are the facilities good. Do they offer help for children with SEN? Etc. Also, what are the other options for English curriculum schools? Many thanks. T.

Dubai English Speaking School reviews from parents?

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Submitted by tompitman on
Destination: Dubai
Hello - we are trying to find out more about the Dubai English Speaking School for a guide we are putting together for parents. Are there any readers who have children at the Dubai English Speaking School who can comment on the school - on both the academic standard but also on the facilities, the sports, the ethos and the pastoral care of the children. Thanks in advance.

Reviews on Deira International School in Dubai?

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Submitted by tompitman on
Destination: Dubai
Hello - we are trying to find out some more information on the Deira International School Dubai. I read the Dubai schools inspection report which said there had been huge improvement at the school and the reputation had improved - what was it like initially? Have you got a child there, and can you comment? What are the other English Curriculum schools on offer in Dubai? Any recommendations?

Dubai American Academy - anyone know about it?

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Submitted by tompitman on
Destination: Dubai
Hello - we are trying to find out more about the Dubai American Academy. It would be useful to hear from parents on their views of the school and also on other American schools in Dubai with the pros and cons of them. How do the schools rate compared to US schools? What are the other options - I heard that the Bradenton Prep school is also good. Also, how big is the city of Dubai - is it quick to drive around and therefore is school location important?

Advice needed on moving to Hong Kong

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Hong Kong

Hi, Ive been offered a job and am moving to work in Tai wai i have been told that if i want a house and garden i should live in Tai Po, which is comutable. Just wondered how easy it is to communicate and to get around, having never been before. I'm curious about the health care system and social netwroks i.e is it easy to go to the cinema? Any information and help you could give would be great, im very excited about the move but nervous :-) Thanks Shoned

How much pay can i be offered in TPA department in Qatar?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Qatar
Dear Concern, I am working in the Insurance sector as CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP MANAGER in Mumbai-India. Now i am planning to go oversees:- Qatar. My question is how much pay can i be offered. i have experience of 6 years in TPA (MEDICLAIM INSURANCE). PLEASE ADVISE ON THE SAME,

Safety & Cost of Living in Cape Town

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Cape Town
Hi All, I have been transferred to Capetown , but was really concerned about the Security & Safety of the City. I have asked few of my Friends & i get a very Mix reviews from them. My Company has Offered me a House Rent of ZAR 300,000 Annually. My Job Involves regular touring in Entire Africa & thus would normally be out of House leaving my Wife & Kid back in Capetown for sometime more than a Week. Do you think i will be able to Find a Good & comfortable house in a very very safe zone in the above cost???

What to expect as a woman in Abu Dhabi?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Abu Dhabi
Hi everyone. I´m a newlywed, my husband just got a job in Abu Dhabi, we have to move in August but I´m really nervous about living in such a conservative country. Is it true we can´t be affectionate towards each other in public? Can I walk next to him or should I walk behind him? We just got a dog, can we take him with us? Will it be difficult or troublesome to do so? Thanks a lot!!

Admission to international schools in Singapore?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Singapore

HI We have an opportunity to relocate to Singapore with our 3 children in January. My question is really whether we will be able to get primary school places for them at an international school without debentures? We are lucky enough that we will be able to pay tuition - our concern is actually getting them places at a school? They are very happy and doing well at school at the moment and this will be a huge deciding factor for us - but we would really love to move ! Can anyone help me with this?! Thank you !

Moving to Hong Kong with children from Australia

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Hong Kong

Hi, my husband has been offered a job over in Hong Kong for 45000 HKD per month for the 1st 6 months with a 10000HKD living allowance & than will receive a guaranteed payrise. Just wondering if this will get 2 children (4yr old & 1yr old), my husband & I by with the cost of living? We've been looking at Discovery Bay as he will be working at the airport, preferably a 3 bedroom place (at least) that is safe for children.

Issue with Letter of Intent for apartment rental in Singapore

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Singapore

Hi Everyone, Need some help or advice for the situation below: We were looking for a whole unit since our current rental is about to expire hence we were contacting several agents to help us. Yesterday we saw 3 units and out of that, we are ok with the 2. In the first one even if the unit is out of our budget, the agent keeps on persuading us to try to negotiate and he will help if he can get approval of owner. Note that the owner is overseas so there is the landlord agent as another representative. Even if it is out of the budget, and after all the persuasions we gave in.

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