lightright
American expat in Oman
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Registration: 25 July 2011
Bringing my dog with me to San Jose by lightright
HI everyone, My name is Shep.Question: has anyone brought a small dog with them? Mine flies with me in the cabin and is a little guy. I looked up requirements and while pretty long they are doable but would love to hear from anyone with first ...
@inivin57 yes always. I hear two different messages one is that if we depart before 30 days is up that my dog does not have to go to a CR vet. Do you know? Read More
Single male retiree from US - dating options by usexpat707
I am a single male in US, just turned 50. I am considering relocating to Costa Rica, and live a relaxed, semi-retired lifestyle. This will be a new chapter in my life, and I will be re-inventing many parts of it. Fortunately I have enough means that ...
@usexpat707 First 20 years younger? What's the matter with women your own age? The second question is why you couldn't score a gringa?. I see a lot of men in 3rd world countries in the fantasy world pretending that they are loved by someone who ... Read More
Plastic surgeons in San Jose?
There was a 2020 question on this and I'd like to update it to 2023 as now I am looking for a plastic surgeon with good recommendations. I found some Drs. on a site called Realself but one never knows if they are paid recommendations or real. I ... Read More
Can anyone recommend a good plastic surgeon? by shannfj
Hello my name is Shannon and I live in Boston. I am very interested in relocating. I have heard that plastic surgery and cosmetic surgery are way less expensive in Costa Rica. I was wondering if anybody knows of a good plastic surgeon or if they ...
@shannfj Let's connect as I am looking for the same thing. However it's now August 2023. HOpe you see this. I sent you a msg too Read More
Bringing my dog with me to San Jose
HI everyone, My name is Shep.Question: has anyone brought a small dog with them? Mine flies with me in the cabin and is a little guy. I looked up requirements and while pretty long they are doable but would love to hear from anyone with first ... Read More
Is bringing my dog to Mexico now taxed? american by lightright
I've lived in Guatemala 12 yrs but am in the U.S. now. I want to come to mexico City or Guanajato for a dental implant but want to bring my 14 lb dog. I heard a rumor that mexico is taxing dogs of recent that come to mexico on a tourist visa. ...
Ha I might watch ABC News once in a while but you'll never find me in front of a Fox "news" entertainment program. I'm shocked every time I hear that someone watches or believes a word from those people on Fox. Cut. Dice. Add. Misquote. Cut. Dice. ... Read More
Refera; dental implant specialist: Mex city or Guanajuato areas by lightright
[color=#6C9384]I know that Mexico has excellent dentists but like anywhere has the quacks as well. I'm looking for one with a referral. Have you been to a good oral surgeon that you would recommend. Having an implant has some big infection risks ...
riccada I think a 4-5 hour bus ride to Guadalarjara is too far. There must be dental surgeons in D.F. I cannot find a way to contact Dr. Medina. I'd really like to talk before going down and I don't just want to walk into a dentist's office when ... Read More
Your favorite places in Oman Photography in Oman
Two well-known magazine photographers from the U.S. are planning to teach a photography workshop for 1-2 weeks in Oman next year. It will be very in depth, fun and hard work. People who want learn more professional photography, learn how to use ... Read More
Refera; dental implant specialist: Mex city or Guanajuato areas by lightright
[color=#6C9384]I know that Mexico has excellent dentists but like anywhere has the quacks as well. I'm looking for one with a referral. Have you been to a good oral surgeon that you would recommend. Having an implant has some big infection risks ...
I found Dr. Carlos Medina Domenzain street address and phone but no email or website. He doesn' have much a web presence. I'll keep trying. I think recommendations for a dentist are essential when going to a foreign country. Some people have ... Read More
Refera; dental implant specialist: Mex city or Guanajuato areas by lightright
[color=#6C9384]I know that Mexico has excellent dentists but like anywhere has the quacks as well. I'm looking for one with a referral. Have you been to a good oral surgeon that you would recommend. Having an implant has some big infection risks ...
Is GTO less expensive than S. Miguel A. ? It looks like Mexico is trying to detour American tourists from Mexico as they put new harsh rules on traveling with pets. There's a post on this forum about a woman in Mex. trying to leave with her cat. ... Read More
Refera; dental implant specialist: Mex city or Guanajuato areas by lightright
[color=#6C9384]I know that Mexico has excellent dentists but like anywhere has the quacks as well. I'm looking for one with a referral. Have you been to a good oral surgeon that you would recommend. Having an implant has some big infection risks ...
How did you like Guamajuato compared to DF? Are the prices for hotel, food much higher? I thought I would try and stay someplace for about 2 weeks at least to get everything going. Would you say Guanajuato or Mex city? I don't want to get stuck in ... Read More
Is bringing my dog to Mexico now taxed? american by lightright
I've lived in Guatemala 12 yrs but am in the U.S. now. I want to come to mexico City or Guanajato for a dental implant but want to bring my 14 lb dog. I heard a rumor that mexico is taxing dogs of recent that come to mexico on a tourist visa. ...
I'm not worried about the airline as my dog has assistant status but am concerned about the new "tax" on dogs that I've heard about. This would be another way to keep expaits from returning to Mexico and tourists that travel with their dogs at home. Read More
Refera; dental implant specialist: Mex city or Guanajuato areas
I know that Mexico has excellent dentists but like anywhere has the quacks as well. I'm looking for one with a referral. Have you been to a good oral surgeon that you would recommend. Having an implant has some big infection risks to it so I ... Read More
Is bringing my dog to Mexico now taxed? american
I've lived in Guatemala 12 yrs but am in the U.S. now. I want to come to mexico City or Guanajato for a dental implant but want to bring my 14 lb dog. I heard a rumor that mexico is taxing dogs of recent that come to mexico on a tourist visa. ... Read More
Where are the nicest places to live in Yemen? Am I welcome? by lightright
I'm considering a move to Yemen but need a lot more info first. I have so much to learn about Yemen and it is not easy to get it from news. Would I be welcomed as an American woman or do people dislike us there? 2. Where are the best ...
thank you for such thorough information. I greatly appreciate it! Read More
Journalism and Visual Communications Teaching available
OK thanks I'm going to invest my time in a research grant instead so that it will be more open. thank you very much! Read More
Pet owners please -Bahrain with my little dog? grants and teach by lightright
I have an opportunity to get a grant to do some research for a year in Bahrain or one of several other countries. (please don't tell me to look at other posts). One of the deciding factors is if I will be able to have my small dog with me. I ...
Thanks for this very helpful info Anna. I'll be writing to them this next week. If you start (now that I've mentioned it) start seeing woman's groups like entrepreneurs around let me know OK. Sometimes there are people doing great things that ... Read More
Pet owners please -Bahrain with my little dog? grants and teach by lightright
I have an opportunity to get a grant to do some research for a year in Bahrain or one of several other countries. (please don't tell me to look at other posts). One of the deciding factors is if I will be able to have my small dog with me. I ...
Thank you for your replies. I am in the U.S. so visiting the university is not possible. I will need to get the job first from here. For the grant: I will need a host in Bahrain such as a university which will agree to the research that I ... Read More
Where are the nicest places to live in Yemen? Am I welcome?
I'm considering a move to Yemen but need a lot more info first. I have so much to learn about Yemen and it is not easy to get it from news. Would I be welcomed as an American woman or do people dislike us there? 2. Where are the best ... Read More
Should I come to Yemen now?
I'm looking for the right place to carry out a research grant in the middle east. Yemen seems so interesting but would I be welcome or scorned as an American woman? I'm a photojournalist but my grant would be more about social living I don't have ... Read More
Considering a move to Yemen by fisalcorlee
Hello, I have been offered a position in Sana'a and am considering moving my family there from the UK. My organisation have agreed to pay for a company to help with my relocation and I was wondering if anyone had any ideas of companies in Yemen ...
I'm looking for the right place to carry out a research grant in the middle east. Yemen seems so interesting, I'm a photojournalist but my grant would be more about social living. I haven't been about to find much info about journalists in Yemen and ... Read More
Pet owners please -Bahrain with my little dog? grants and teach by lightright
I have an opportunity to get a grant to do some research for a year in Bahrain or one of several other countries. (please don't tell me to look at other posts). One of the deciding factors is if I will be able to have my small dog with me. I ...
thanks for the polite and informative response. I'll investigate more to see if there is a research topic to bring me to Bahrain. It sounds like such an interesting place to land. I like everything that I have read about the country even if it is ... Read More
Formalities to bring your pet in Bahrain
thanks I needed the same info. So just arrive on the plane with the rabies vacination proof and that is it? Read More
Journalism and Visual Communications Teaching available
Hello friendly folks, I'm beginning an inquiry about teaching journalism, visual communications in Bahrain. Do you know anyone at the universities? Where I might apply or where there is an interest? thanks 2. if no such position exists which ... Read More
Pet owners please -Bahrain with my little dog? grants and teach
I have an opportunity to get a grant to do some research for a year in Bahrain or one of several other countries. (please don't tell me to look at other posts). One of the deciding factors is if I will be able to have my small dog with me. I ... Read More
A teaching job for my husband upon arrival in UAE by sydneygirl1
I just got a teaching offer and planning to move to Abu Dhabi in September. My husband who is also an English teacher does not have a job yet. My question is how feasible is it for him to get an English teaching job once in the country? Or should we ...
I am very qualified and have been applying for months with no response. Only one place responded and told me to fill out their online form ( their form did not work) . I know 2 other very qualified people who also have heard nothing back. please ... Read More
English Language Private Schools in Guatemala City by TicoTim
Does anyone on this forum have children who are (or have previously) attended any of these schools? What recommendations can you give for any of the english language schools in the Guatemala City area? Can anyone provide approximate annual tuition ...
I used to live in Guatemala and my neighbor's child attended 'the American School" at least that is what they called it. She was smart, perfect English etc. Not sure of tuittion but you could write them Read More
Furnished apt? Muscat Prices? Share
I did place an ad there. A real estate agent answered with a villa on the beach for or 1300. LOL Read More
Furnished apt? Muscat Prices? Share
Hi expiats! What is the sharing house situation in Muscat. I'll be working in Madinant al llam so looking for someplace close by. would like to share with non smoker, mature and someone who will be happy with my dog in the house. EMAIL me if ... Read More
Cost of Living in Muscat, Oman by jmkhan
Hi everybody, It would be very interesting and useful to exchange informations about the cost of living in Muscat, Oman. The idea is to help those who would like to live in Oman. Don't forget to mention where you are living Let's compare the: > ...
Looks like no one who is already living in Muscat is talking. Read More
September just me and my 14lb dog coming to Muscat a full-time job by lightright
Moving to Muscat Sept. 2011- I will be working full time at a college and that means my dog who is used to being with me all the time dog will be home alone. The college is in al medinant I believe and I've heard it is too expensive to live there ...
Thanks I did just look around in the classifieds. It's hard to get responses but I'll keep trying. Read More
September just me and my 14lb dog coming to Muscat a full-time job
Moving to Muscat Sept. 2011- I will be working full time at a college and that means my dog who is used to being with me all the time dog will be home alone. The college is in al medinant I believe and I've heard it is too expensive to live there ... Read More
Cost of Living in Muscat, Oman by jmkhan
Hi everybody, It would be very interesting and useful to exchange informations about the cost of living in Muscat, Oman. The idea is to help those who would like to live in Oman. Don't forget to mention where you are living Let's compare the: > ...
I too am checking in here for responses. Iam from the US and may accept a job in Muscat central. I am not taking the job however until I find out how much rent costs are for My dog woof and me. Read More