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How expensive is Boston ?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Boston, MA
Hi,

I am wondering if anyone can help. I am thinking of moving to Boston to study at Havard for 6 months next year. I have heard it is quite an expensive city - is this true? How much should I budget ? I do not plan to live lavishly but I do enjoy eating out and socialising with friends.

Also, I know most American's drive around but do you think I'll really need to get myself a car for 6 months. How good is the public transport network and is it safe at night ?

Any advice would be greatly appreciated. 

Visa Inquiry for Abu Dhabi

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Abu Dhabi
Hi Dear , i am Pakistani. i have offer from one of the hotel of abu dhabi they sent me immigrant visa now they want me to join them with inn one week can you tell me what the further steps i should take from my side means do i have to hire any protector or any documents for my safety ?

Personal dilemma in career change. Need guidance!!

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Oman

Hi, I'm from India,currently working in a leading IT firm (almost 2years). But i did my engineering in Electronics and Instrumentation. I always had a passion towards my core and i had to join this IT company because of family financial problems. Now before its too late i need to change my career. And I'm in a dilemma.Being complete fresher to my Instrumemtation core, not sure as where to begin. I did certification courses in PLC,SCADA,DCS all and still technically strong ;)...need guidance on where to start and which place is better to work. Is Gulf a good place to start for a fresher???

Questions about moving from Germany to Japan

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Osaka

Hi, I am an American citizen currently working in Germany. My wife is Japanese from Osaka. Does anybody know (I have done research already but also wanted to try this channel) what exactly is needed to bring two dogs (two Chihuahuas) into Japan? I would be looking into working as an English teacher in Osaka. A friend of my wife's used to work at Berlitz so I will go ahead and apply there. Any feedback on working at Berlitz? Thanks! Bouncingdude

Moving to Riyadh - Advice Please

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Riyadh
I am about to take up a post in Riyadh and would like some advice please: 1. I have a housing allowance of approx 140,000 SAR. I would be looking for a 2/3 bed villa in a compound. Please can you let me have details ie: contacts names and numbers of compounds that are suitable for me, my wife and 4 year old daughter. 2. Are dogs allowed on the compounds? 3. Is there a cycling group in Riyadh? 4. How is life on the compounds for ladies. I would like to get some idea for my wife. 5.

Where to live in Istanbul?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Istanbul
We're going to be moving to Turkey soon and we need to organise our accommodation as a matter of urgency. Where do most expats live in IStanbul - are there any particular areas that most expats congregate in...is there a difference in accommodation standards between the European and Asian sides of the city? We have small kids so would be looking for an area close to good transport and schools....

Advice on moving to Dubai

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Dubai
Hi, we are thinking of moving to Dubai and have a trip planned in three weeks to have a look around. My husband used to live there as a child although it's changed a lot from then. I was wondering what's best to make the most of our trip. I thought we could look around the different areas to live and my husband was going to try and get some appointments with recruitment agencies. Has anyone who has had experience of this any tips please ? Thanks

What processes are involved in moving to Alberta from the UK

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Calgary
Hi, I am wanting to move to Calgary at some point next year and start working. My girlfriend is currently living with me in the UK but will be leaving to head back to Calgary to study next year. She is Canadian and we have been together for over a year. I have a Masters degree in engineering and currently work for a large engineering company in the UK and have so for 13 months since graduating in 2011. I scored 73 on the self assessment test for skilled workers.

Indian expat moving to Adelaide - what utensils do I need?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Adelaide
Hi,

I am migrating to Adelaide, Australia in Jan 2013. I have some questions:

1. Should I bring new cooking utensils like a cooker, kadai, tawa, etc or will they allow you to bring old ones ?

2. I have heard that it is better to wash your new clothes when moving to Australia because otherwisethey charge you for taking in new clothes.

Please help.

How can I go to Australia as Canadian Citizen?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Sydney
Hi there, I am a Canadian Citizen, planing to move to Australia Permanently, what will be the procedure to become a permanent resident of Australia after going there? How can i get work permit? After getting work permit how can i get Australia permanent residency. After getting work permit do i need to work in a specific field or any field.And what type of Vistor visa can i get? After going to Australia can i change my Visting visa to work Permint? Plese send me answer to my question to my e-mail.

Where can I find cheap accommodation in Sydney?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Sydney
Hi There,

I was wondering if there was anyone on this forum who could give me advice on finding a place to stay in Sydney. I am a 27 year old female. I'd really like to be close to the beach. I am into art, alternative music and yoga and would be looking to share a house with similar people.

Can anyone recommend a good suburb for me ? Are there any reccommended real estate agents I could use.

Would love to hear you thoughts.

Recommendations on things to do in London

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: London
Hi Guys,

I moved to London a couple of weeks to go. So far I am loving it - there is so much to do and see, so I am always busy. I have some guests visiting me from home next month and I wanted to see if anyone could give me some recommendations on what to do with them. They've all been to London before, so have probably done most of the traditional tourist things. They are all students, so will probably be on a tight budget. But we are open to anything.

Looking for help with move to Cape Town

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Cape Town

Good afternoon, A colleague of mine will move, with his family, to CapeTown in the coming months. He is a Belgian citizen living currently in Brazil. I was wondering if and how you could help with this. Which services do you offer? Thanks a lot in advance! Kind regards, Laurence

Costs and info for special needs educations for 5 year son?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Sydney
Hi, we might have a job offer for my husband in Sydney. Our son is currently in a special needs class here in Dubai. Please can you advise on the costs involved for special needs schooling. Also please advise on the costs of speech and occupational therapy? Will this have to be paid by our own medical insurance. Thanks.

Help with insurance in Norway!

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Norway
I'm in Norway only 6 weeks. A week ago a crash in job and broken rib.Employer said i can't take a sickness list because i work only a month,and min. I need to work in company 2 months.But i can't plan my sickness!I told him i can't work!It's really hurt! Then i was in emergency,and the doctor give me sickness list.And i will sit at home from 1-4 weeks. Question - how does insurance work in Norway.Employer pay for me some insurance.How work this insurance? I need to pay doctor 40euro...why it's not free???

Angola - is the salary worth the risk?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Luanda
I've been offered a really good package to go work in Angola for a year, but I'm not sure it's really worth the risk I may be taking. Anyone got any insights into expat life in Angola? Am I going to be able to have a normal, decent life there. What is there to do on the weekends in Luanda? Is it safe to leave my compound? This is a big decision I have to make and I'd really appreciate any insights from any expats living in Angola.....

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