Bally_Singh
English expat in China
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About me
English
Lives in Dalian
Speaks English, Punjabi, Hindi
Registration: 04 August 2011
Organize an Expat blog meet-up! by Julien
Hi all, Should you want to organize a gathering with the other members, in your town, we would be pleased to help :). It is indeed a great way to meet new people, isn't it? If you would like to plan a get-together, do not hesitate to ...
O! Garden in Futian do a weekly meet on Wednesdays perhaps we can hope onto that band wagon? Read More
hi there - help me find a job in Housekeeping
Hi I am looking for a house keeping but not full time, only twice a week, if youre still interested please pm me Thanks Read More
Organize an Expat blog meet-up! by Julien
Hi all, Should you want to organize a gathering with the other members, in your town, we would be pleased to help :). It is indeed a great way to meet new people, isn't it? If you would like to plan a get-together, do not hesitate to ...
So has any meet up happened in Shenzhen? if anything is planned please do let me know. Or we can organise one? Thanks Bally Read More
Expats who live in Luohu!
Hi Des I have also recently moved to the Luohu area and looking for friends and like minded people to hand out with, unfortunately i do not have a family but perhaps we could still meet for a coffee or drink? which ever suits. Where about are you ... Read More
Travelling to Tokyo
Hi all I will be travelling to Tokyo on 19th April till 22nd for a short holiday, can anyone suggest any fun things to do at night? Do we have any pub crawls or something similar which I can join? Thanks in advance for your help :-) Bally :-) Read More
visiting Bangkok
Hi, I will be visiting Bangkok on the 1st of May, can anyone suggest a nice 3/4 star hotel to stay in? I have been told the best place to stay is the Sukhumvit area...can anyone suggest? Thanks Bally Read More
Moving to Dalian in December by Bally_Singh
Hi All I will be moving to Dalian from India on the 1st December, will be located in the south of the city in Software park as il be there for work purposes. Would be great to meet up with other expats.. il give my details once i have arrived ...
Sure neha...where about do you stay so we can arrange something.. Becks - perhaps we can take neha for hotpot!!!! Bally :-) Read More
Moving to Dalian in December by Bally_Singh
Hi All I will be moving to Dalian from India on the 1st December, will be located in the south of the city in Software park as il be there for work purposes. Would be great to meet up with other expats.. il give my details once i have arrived ...
Becky - I know...no-one seems interesd in meeting with us!!!!!! hahaha Oh well I was going to suggest the Paddington Bar we went to on weekend as a meet up spot as well... Let see if anyone is interested.. Bally Read More
Moving to Dalian in December
Hi All I will be moving to Dalian from India on the 1st December, will be located in the south of the city in Software park as il be there for work purposes. Would be great to meet up with other expats.. il give my details once i have arrived ... Read More
Christmas! by |x_bec_x
Hi, Anyone know where or if anywhere does christmas dinner over the christmas holiday. I am prepared to give up many things to be in China but Christmas dinner isn't one of them! Hopefully Santa will find me here :P Becky
Becky, you could always make the dinner at home?? im sure its not hard to find a chicken and some veggies there?? :-P let me know if you want some Bisto gravy..il bring from England! Read More
Living in Dalian by expat.com
You are an expatriate living in Dalian, or you used to work and live in Dalian. [b]Share your expat experience![/b] How would you describe life in Dalian? Has it been complicated to settle down, to find a job, and an accomodation? Is it ...
Hi Sunny, I am too currently looking to move to Dalian next month through work, i will be based in Software park and have been doing alot of research of late about Dalian, i have been lucky to speak with a few people already there from work and ... Read More
Expat blog gatherings in Dalian by Julien
Hi all! What about meeting the other Dalian Expat.com members in real life? Organizing an Expat.com meet up would be an excellent way to know them! :) An Expat.com meet up can be a diner gathering, having coffee, a bring and share in a nice ...
Hey Alex, I am hoping to be in Dalian at some point in August! Read More
Expat blog gatherings in Dalian by Julien
Hi all! What about meeting the other Dalian Expat.com members in real life? Organizing an Expat.com meet up would be an excellent way to know them! :) An Expat.com meet up can be a diner gathering, having coffee, a bring and share in a nice ...
I am up for this once i arrive!!!! Please do not start the party without me :) Read More
moving to dalian by dzr9212
Hello everyone. My name is Jon. My wife Erin and I and our two children will soon be on our way to living in Dalian for the next 2-4 yrs. however our problem is that we're not sure where to begin. neither one of us speaks Mandarin and we're in the ...
Hi There all, thanks for the advice as I took am currently under going a process to move to Dalian for work! Hopefully i will be there in August at some point. dzr9212 - Perhaps we can meet up for a beer once we both arrive..would be nice to get ... Read More
Moving to Dalian!
Thanks AurélieZ, that thread was really helpful! Read More
Cost of Living in Dalian - My methodology on calcuating estimated cost by indians
Dear All,For my introduction , click hereBefore I move to China, or for matter any one , basic homework is required. There are many websites that are available on net that provides a good estimate on the prices and cost of living.Numbeo.com is the ...
have just been routed to this thread as i am now looking at possible jobs in Dalian. Thanks all for the info..it was truly educational!! il defo be referring to this thread if i end up in Dalian!! Read More
Moving to Dalian!
Hi All, I currently working in India (New Delhi), have been here almost 3 years, but now looking for opportunities within my company abroad, we have a center in Dalian for which i am very much interested in moving to. Just wondered if i could get ... Read More
fancy a pint?
heeey, no-one replied to this!!!! where have all the beer drinkers gone????? Read More
Writing in Delhi
any local cafe you should be able to pick up net access... if you prefer you can buy a usb device for web access..similar to the dongle we have in England. there relatively cheap.. you travelling for work or personal?? Read More
British Expats in Gurgaon by Bally_Singh
Hi guys, I am a British Expat currently residing in Gurgaon. i see there are a few already on this site so would be nice if any of you wanted to catch up? haven't met many expats since being in India so that would be nice.. would love to arrange ...
sure..sounds interesting!!! would like to share my experiences! Read More
fancy a pint?
hey all, just wondering if anyone would like to meet up for a pint this weekend in Gurgaon, there have been a few post on here about arranging a meet up between folks but its never happened! Regards Bally Read More
hi, want to make friends here.. by yunyun0710
Hi,everyone. I am a chinese, just arrived in delhi. want to make friends with you guys.:)
yunyun, what brings you to Delhi? Regards Bally Read More
Opportunities of work for a foreigner in New Delhi ? by Ninon Talote
Hi, my name is Ninon. I am French, and recently graduated with a Master's degree in 'Trade and management of International Relations, East Asia'. I did an exchange year at the University of Edinburgh in the UK, and at Kwansei Gakuin University in ...
you guys should look into hospitality or hotel management. you may find it to your liking and opportunities will be easier to find. Good luck in your search Regards Bally Read More
How to find an apartment by dorian821
Hello, I'm going to be moving out on my own by the end of this year, and I would like to do some research on apartments. However, on the internet all Ive been able to find are luxury serviced apartments for expats starting at 40K INR. Thats more ...
Hey Andrew, its not too difficult to find a place, best place to search is the internet, there are plenty of sites which you can filter in your exact requirements..thats how i found my apartment. what part of Delhi/Gurgaon you looking for?? Read More
hi guys by Jackcoll
hi guys You can call me Jack from Malaysia I'm looking for acting in modern Bollywood movies in new delhi... i can speak hindi , punjabi and english. If anyone know please let me know cheers Jack
sure..sounds good..drop me a line and we can arrange a beer bash!! just note..im not a Fosters fan :-P Read More
Polish expats in Delhi?
Welcome to India! hope you enjoy your time here! Regards Bally :-) Read More
hi guys by Jackcoll
hi guys You can call me Jack from Malaysia I'm looking for acting in modern Bollywood movies in new delhi... i can speak hindi , punjabi and english. If anyone know please let me know cheers Jack
you should try out saket as they have a few good malls with some great bars in. otherwise try vasant kunj, there is a small market near by which has some decent bars and clubs or Khan market has a few good night spots.. Gurgaon has mini breweries ... Read More
New to delhi, looking for friends and conversation by dorian821
I just moved to delhi, I'm looking for good people to hang out and talk with. Im into music, art, philosophy, language, literature etc. message me if you wanna grab a beer and hang out sometime. peace andrew
hey flying flow, how you getting on since moving out here? what are you and your hubby doing here in terms of work? hope your having a great time..Gurgaon is an excellent place to live and work..i have really enjoyed my time here!! Regards Bally ... Read More
Short term (monthly) apartment in Gurgaon by ajdedo
Does anyone know the best way to find affordable (around 40,000) monthly accommodation in Gurgaon? I have only found expensive (80,000 +) and long tern rent online.
hi, its very easy to find a apartment for the price mentioned, are you after a 2 bed or more? the only issue you may find is that you are commiting short term, here the shortest would be a 12 month contract, if you find you are going to be here ... Read More
Why do the advertisers never reply either by email or by sms? by UK_Indian
Well, I am not sure if and when do I qualify as an Ex-pat but in any case, I am an Indian living in UK for the last 30 odd years - originally from New Delhi but now settled in UK. So, I suppose I could qualify as an Ex-pat. Well, I am planning to ...
Hi, I find your comments rather strange as i have been here for the past 2 years and the service i have received from vendors in property markets has been excellent..not sure who you are getting in contact with..and whether they are even real ... Read More
Vaccinations for New Delhi by ajdedo
What sort of vaccinations should I consider if I am staying in New Delhi for a couple months?
Hi I agree with Luke...there are a number of injections that you may need to have, all depends on current outbreaks etc..typhiod is most certainly one which you will need along with another for malaria. as Luke stated check on the NHS site and ... Read More
New to delhi, looking for friends and conversation by dorian821
I just moved to delhi, I'm looking for good people to hang out and talk with. Im into music, art, philosophy, language, literature etc. message me if you wanna grab a beer and hang out sometime. peace andrew
Hi moustikipik unfortuantely no such meet has happened as of yet...we are not getting many response from expats to meet as of yet.. will look to arrange something in either Gurgaon or south delhi once we get more people on board! enjoy your stay ... Read More
British Expats in Gurgaon by Bally_Singh
Hi guys, I am a British Expat currently residing in Gurgaon. i see there are a few already on this site so would be nice if any of you wanted to catch up? haven't met many expats since being in India so that would be nice.. would love to arrange ...
thats cool..we can arrange something in Vasant Kunj as that is a good place for bars etc...needs more peeps though!! Read More
New Delhi-Gk-I, I'm Vibrant and love travelling, cooking, partying by sam_ban
Hey, I'm working In Delhi for the last 1 year as a Training manager. Love to meet people from different Nationalities/ Culture to be freinds. Love cooking, travelling, exploring new places...learning languages...wine, partying...playing ...
count me in if there is a gathering!!! been looking to meet up with expats since i arrived here!!! Bally :-) Read More
British Expats in Gurgaon by Bally_Singh
Hi guys, I am a British Expat currently residing in Gurgaon. i see there are a few already on this site so would be nice if any of you wanted to catch up? haven't met many expats since being in India so that would be nice.. would love to arrange ...
No expats then?? hey doesn't have to be British!!! Read More
British Expats in Gurgaon
Hi guys, I am a British Expat currently residing in Gurgaon. i see there are a few already on this site so would be nice if any of you wanted to catch up? haven't met many expats since being in India so that would be nice.. would love to arrange ... Read More
Driver Hire v Contract Taxi in Delhi by CoolHandLuke
I am considering how I can travel from Delhi to my place of work in Noida. Ideally I would like to travel by car. The options as I understand them are: 1, Hire a driver and buy a car 2, Arrange a contract with a taxi company Hiring a driver will ...
Luke, have you asked your company about taxis? depending on the size of your company, many offer a home pick up and drop service..although the time may get extended in terms of travel..this is usually the cheapest way.. further more you could try ... Read More
Anyone in Gurgaon DLF Phase 5?
Shady, although it might be a slight drive for you in Phase V, do you know Sohna road? if so there you will find 'Easyday', which is a Wal-Mart brand..similar to Asda in England. pretty much a 1 stop shop there so you'll find all your ... Read More
Living in New Delhi! by keanu
You are an expatriate living in New Delhi, or you used to work and live in New Delhi. Share your expat experience! How would you describe life in New Delhi? Has it been complicated to settle down, to find a job, and an accommodation? Is it ...
Hi all I am Bally from Birmingham, UK and have been living in India since Nov 2009. after reading comments from Simone and Kits i have to agree with both comments..although being a 3rd generation British born Indian i found it easier to settle in ... Read More
New to delhi, looking for friends and conversation by dorian821
I just moved to delhi, I'm looking for good people to hang out and talk with. Im into music, art, philosophy, language, literature etc. message me if you wanna grab a beer and hang out sometime. peace andrew
hey..sorry bit late to this blog!!!! any expats from Gurgaon still here? if so let me know..ive been here a year and not had the chance to meet up with any expats!! Bally :-) Read More