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I'm moving with my husband (who originally hails from the land of potato famine) to Ireland this July (he's bagged a job), and I'm wondering what my chances are of finding a job. I'm an American with 3 years experience at an online publishing company in the States and would be interested in pursuing something similar. Though, I can do print just as easily as I can do digital. Just heard horrible things about the state of the economy in Ireland. Any expats out there who can comment?

What sites are best to consult if looking to share a flat in Dublin? Is there Craigslist or Gumtree, or at least something similar?

Looking for a US curriculum at a reasonable price, but a high standard. I'm not sure if that exists, so feel free to recommend all good international schools in Dublin!

We are moving to France later this year and would like to take our do with us. What is the proceedure for moving a dog to France, can we just take her on the Eurostar? Note that we may also want to take her back to England next year without having to do quarentine - I believe we can get a pet passport. Any advice?

If I make Aaliyah and become an Israeli resident am i legally obligated to serve in the army, as all Israeli citizens are?

As an expat is it possible to be approved for a credit card in Israel? Up until this point I've been using my US credit card and then paying off the debt with a US checking account; but as you can prob imagine, this proves rather difficult from abroad - especially when you're earning Israeli Shekel...

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I'm thinking of making Aaliyah, and settling in Tel Aviv for at least the next few chapters of my life. As a recently graduated university student I don't have access to a huge cashflow and I'm wondering what the cost of living in Tel Aviv will be. Is it possible to immigrate, find a flat and a job and start making a decent salary in three months time?

I've been studying abroad in Rome for the last six months and have decided to extend my stay and take some additional classes over the summer in Florence. Where is the best place to live for a young, single person looking to meet people and enjoy all the city has to offer?

Is it legal to drive in Italy with my British license. If pulled over will I risk breaking the law?

I've finally managed to get my Italian work permit (thought that would never happen) and now I've solidified plans to arrive in the country in July 2011. Can anyone advise what protocol is to get a "Permit to Stay" in Italy - I think it's known as Permesso di Soggiono.

Which is more suited for expat children - public schools or international schools in Japan?

How can I prepare myself for Japanese work culture? Are expats expected to maintain the same crazy, long hours that the Japanese do?

What type of housing is available in Japan and what strange little ideosyncracies should I know about. I'll be househunting two months from now in Tokyo, and before I go on the prowl I'd like to be as prepared as possible. Also, what would be a reasonable cost for decent accommodation in Japan?

Do I need emergency evacuation insurance if moving to Kenya, or is the healthcare up to standard?

What home security  measures should be taken in Nairobi. My husband is granted an accommodation allowance, but we're unsure if we need to negotiate for a security gaurd, an alarm system or any other additional expenses.

Is it safe to pursue job opportunities in Libya at this point?

Is there public transport available or will I need to purchase a car?

Asalamualaikum I've done my MBBS from Dow Medical College, Karachi, Pakistan. I want to do my one year medical internship in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Please can anyone guide me, as to which hospitals I should approach and what are the requirements for doing internship here? Thanks and Jazakumullahu khair (May Allah reward you)

What do I need to have and do to open a bank account in the Netherlands?

My husband and I are moving with our little girl (age 8) to Amsterdam this September. My husband's employer has offered to fly us over so we can acquaint ourselves with the city and start to look for housing. Can anyone indicate which neighborhoods of Amsterdam are the best for families looking for a easy-going lifestyle outside the helter-skelter of the city? Green space is a big plus, as is pedestrian-friendly streets and public space.

We are soon moving to Los Angeles, which are the best areas to live in LA as a British expat?

we have been appointed by ministry of health saudi arabia. they are not providing us accomodation. we were told that finding accomodation is easy but in the article in this website it is mentioned there is long waiting list in compounds. we have not been promised any transit accomodation even. will it be wise to stay in the city so as to avoid traveling to the hospital in which we are working or travalling distances are not of much concern ? is housing easily availaible in the city ? is life really tough with locals ?

we are moving to dammam with our baby six months old. are day care facilities easily availaible there? what is the average cost of day care or nannys there.

My family are moving to White River, the Mpumalanga region of South Africa. We are a family of six. What can we expect the cost of living to befor a family our size?

Hi there, I am a single Irish female moving to Luanda this summer for a 2yr posting. My questions are -How safe will I b being on my own how easy is it to make friends, is there much to do - I'm bit of a social butterfly. I've heard that it is quite difficult getting money out, so ow do you manage, what sort of plugs / adaptors do I need? Sorry lots of questions, I'd like as much information as possible before moving. thanks