James J Donnelly
@sixthfltyo
American expat in South Africa
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About me
American
Lives in Pretoria
Speaks English and a little Italian
Registration: 27 July 2013
New in Johannesburg - Making new friends by betty1986
Hi there, I am new in Johannesburg and would like to meet new people for clubbing or hanging around. Preferable female. Are there any places where I can meet new people or make friends? If anyone is new in town as well or would like to make new ...
Welcome. I just arrived myself, but I am in Pretoria. If you need any assistance you can drop me a note. My son might be interested in clubbing when he gets here in August. Just wanted you to know that there is someone to contact if you get in a ... Read More
New to Pretoria from NY - looking to have marvelous adventures here.
Hello everyone. Just arrived in Pretoria and am looking to enjoy some marvelous adventures during my time in South Africa. Originally from NY but have lived and travelled all over the globe. Read More
new to KL by kammeron
Hi, Im kammeron, just moved to Malaysia from the US. I am working, and my office is in Mutiara Damansara. I am currently searching for apartments to stay in, so any advice on neighborhoods to look at or specific buildings to look into is greatly ...
Welcome Kammeron. Can't give much advice regarding apts since mine is provided by my employer. There are sports clubs and events listed on internations site and meetup site which you might want to check out. Good luck to you in your career and ... Read More
Looking to meet some good people by Chris.j.s
Hey all, Im an Australian (22), just got into KL yesterday for a 3 month internship, and im looking meet some good people while I'm over here! Hit me up on [Moderated: pls send details in private] Cheers! Chris
My son Thomas will be coming home from Italy for the upcoming Holidays, and I am sure he would be able to show you around. Contact me for details if you wish. James J. Donnelly Read More
European living in Malaysia by Shermanka
Hello everybody, I want to ask people, who comes from Europe and moved to Malaysia - Kuala Lumpur. My boyfriend is from Kuala Lumpur, he has family there and next year we want to try live there together. But for me its big change and Im very scared ...
It will definitely be a different experience from Prague. Prepare for some culture shock by reading info on Malaysia, its history and its current events. James Read More
European living in Malaysia by Shermanka
Hello everybody, I want to ask people, who comes from Europe and moved to Malaysia - Kuala Lumpur. My boyfriend is from Kuala Lumpur, he has family there and next year we want to try live there together. But for me its big change and Im very scared ...
I like Malaysia and am continuing to meet amazing people. My lovely bride wanted to continue her professional career which she couldn't do here and didn't like the chaos of KL. James Read More
looking for European friends
Welcome. I'm from the U.S. but my wife is European and currently working in Brussels. My sons all grew up in Europe and currently two of them are attending a boarding school in Italy. Best Regards, James:) Read More
European living in Malaysia by Shermanka
Hello everybody, I want to ask people, who comes from Europe and moved to Malaysia - Kuala Lumpur. My boyfriend is from Kuala Lumpur, he has family there and next year we want to try live there together. But for me its big change and Im very scared ...
Just to be honest, I am an American married to a European for 20 years. I was sent here for 2 years by my company but my wife didn't like it. She is back in Europe until I leave here next year. Read More
Looking to make new friends by adventuregirl
Hi there, I'm a Malaysian born Chinese woman looking to meet new friends. I've lived in Malaysia all my life and I'm interested in meeting people of different cultures from different countries. I'm living in Kuala Lumpur and know the city pretty ...
Hi, My name is James and I am an American living here in KL with my 13 yr old son. I'm 53 and married (my wife is working in Belgium at the moment) so if you would be interested in having a coffee or weekend lunch just to share thoughts about life ... Read More
Confused! by Utthraa
Hi Guys! I am in my Final year MBA and i have got a job offer in Malaysia, for Business Development role for 5000RM per month... Is this a good package to start my career (i have no prior work experience)? I am planning to negotiate for 6000RM, ...
Congratulations and best of luck to you in the future. James Read More
Will be in KL for a weekend. Where to stay? by Hobosan
Hi Will be in KL for a weekend. In which area should I book a hotel? I will do touristy stuff, not business, so the hotel should be near the KL points of interest. No need for hotel names (in case that is forbidden by the forum), but just an area ...
When I get hotels around here I usually use Agoda to get the best prices. Read More
Walk, Metro or get ripped off by Taxi drivers? by Miss Hong Kong
I can't drive. Funny isn't it? I lived all my life in Hong Kong with advanced public transport system where driving is expensive and slow. It wasn't until I started "expating" in KL two weeks ago I found my inability to drive annoyed me more than ...
Great beginning. I look forward to following your adventures in KL. I arrived in Dec with my 3 sons. The first three days were a lot of walking, sweating, and complaining, but the Eureka; my oldest figured out the Public Transport and how to ... Read More
Socialize in KL by Antoine_L
Hi everybody, We are three frenchs students in KL (we are 22 years old), and we would like go out, have fun and meet some new people here. So if you want join us in a bar, night club or just in restaurant, just tell us. It would be a ...
Antoine, I'm a 53 year old american with a son of 13 here. My wife works in Brussels. My son speaks some French. If you folks ever need a chaperone or just someone to call in an emergency let me know. I won't be going and hanging out in clubs ... Read More
Money or Love? by edvilyn
Do you agree,that now a days, money is much preferable than love? I mean... people choose rich man rather than the one who love them... :/
That is a committed answer. Read More
Top hiring sectors in Kuala Lumpur by Julien
Hi, lets talk about job opportunities in Kuala Lumpur. What are the top hiring sectors? And according to you, what are the most promising job sectors, which will keep creating jobs in Kuala Lumpur? Thanks in advance for sharing your ...
Energy I think is the top, especially for expats. I think the future will be in electronics/cyber but it is just in its infancy now here in Malaysia. Read More
Money or Love? by edvilyn
Do you agree,that now a days, money is much preferable than love? I mean... people choose rich man rather than the one who love them... :/
I see you have it all covered. James:) Read More
Money or Love? by edvilyn
Do you agree,that now a days, money is much preferable than love? I mean... people choose rich man rather than the one who love them... :/
It was a discussion about love or money so I figured I'd add a little flair to the conversation. Read More
Money or Love? by edvilyn
Do you agree,that now a days, money is much preferable than love? I mean... people choose rich man rather than the one who love them... :/
I think this is a very personal answer though it may seem practical to some. For me, I Choose Love. Little to Offer I have little to offer, not wealth, gold, or jewels, But what I possess is all yours; A heart that is true, a love without ... Read More
Social life in KL? by Nordica
Hi all, I'm moving to KL next month to work. I have researched areas to live, apartments, house shares, cost of living, transport and so on... One thing I would like to know more about is the social life people (especially expats) have. Is it easy ...
Nordica, Everyone has a different perception, but KL and Malaysian are far different than the relaxed social atmoshpere of the UK or Finland. I'm originally from the U.S. though I have lived in Europe (UK, Germany, Italy, and Belgium) for most of ... Read More
Where does parents spend their time with kids in KL? by SG Jess
Hi all, I'm from Singapore, & am considering to relocate to KL. Where are the good & safe hangout places for family in KL? In SG, activities are plentiful and all within half an hour drive.
Kiwi14, Those are some great suggestions. thanks. James Read More
Where does parents spend their time with kids in KL? by SG Jess
Hi all, I'm from Singapore, & am considering to relocate to KL. Where are the good & safe hangout places for family in KL? In SG, activities are plentiful and all within half an hour drive.
Hi, I'm James Donnelly and I've been here is Malaysia (KL) for about 8 months. To answer your question, it depends on how old your children are and what they like to do. In many of the apartment buildings they have pools and play areas as well as ... Read More
anyone know a good herbal, ayurvedic hair specialist by rhythm80
Since the time I have been in the city, I am shedding like a dog. I dont know if anyone else experiencing the same problem but I am loosing my hair in bunch when combing or shampooing. It has thinned down to 50% or even more. I went to neeta's ...
Rhythm, You might want to first go see a dermatologist or another doctor about this condition. Sometimes hair loss can be ascribed to stress but I am not a professional so wouldn't want to give you bad advice. If it is as bad as you say, I would ... Read More
Looking to meet expats in KL
I do have an old friend from high school coming to visit around the same time. Pretty safe travel partner as he is a gay actor from NY. He is flying in to KL on October 2 and immediately getting on a train to Penang, but coming back to KL on ... Read More
Looking to meet expats in KL
Love to join you since Malaka is a wonderful location but we are expecting a very important visitor at the Embassy so I'll be a little busy. Plus beautiful women need beautiful and exciting people to travel with and I'm just a 53 year old expat ... Read More
salary in Malaysia by Janjanjan
Hi all, I'm working as an IT customer service quality executive in a call center Looking forward to your answers. Thanks
I would love to help but as an Embassy Employee our salaries and benefits our set by U.S. standards. I am not up to par on expat international employess salaries and benefits but I do know that the local economy is a little slim on salary and ... Read More
Hi Hello How are you. by Sharnz
HI all. My name is Sharn and i am from New Zealand. I would like to make some new friends and maybe someone can help me with learning the malay language and culture or turkish language. Learning any language would be great really. I speak English ...
Where are you from in New Zealand. In 1990-1991 I spent a year in Antarctica but also got to spend a month in the South Island of New Zealand. Wonderful memories. James Read More
Hi Hello How are you. by Sharnz
HI all. My name is Sharn and i am from New Zealand. I would like to make some new friends and maybe someone can help me with learning the malay language and culture or turkish language. Learning any language would be great really. I speak English ...
I've been to Kenya, but probably before you were born, 1987 and 1989. Loved the country and its peoples. So sorry to hear about the recent tragedy. James Read More
Working Visa - Help by whybirda
We're looking to relocate from the UK to KL this year, and I need a bit of advice re a working visa for my husband. He's currently employed in the UK but the compeny he works for have business dealings in Malaysia and need him to work in Malaysia ...
I recommend getting in touch with the British High commission here. They should be able to give you all of the info you need. Remember, we are 7 hours ahead of you. British High Commission Kuala Lumpur 185 Jalan Ampang Kuala Lumpur 50450 ... Read More
Car Bed
I will ask some of my local colleagues at the Embassy. Jim Read More
Who wants to hangout once in a week (In A Group) by beel91
Hello guys and girls out there reading this! i am sure you are one of the victim of boredom disease as i have experienced it for the last 3 years here. i am quite sure that you are bored because who the hell goes for the Expat.com when they have ...
I would be interested in joining if somebody named a time and place. I'm over by the Great Eastern Mall so a coffee meetup at Starbucks might be a good start. Jim Read More
How to make friends in Malaysia by expat.com
We have been talking about [url=https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=891]loneliness when you are abroad[/url], let's now talk about how to make friends (locals and other expats) when you're living in Malaysia :top: [b]Which are your best ...
Counts me out, but good luck to you. James Read More
How to make friends in Malaysia by expat.com
We have been talking about [url=https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=891]loneliness when you are abroad[/url], let's now talk about how to make friends (locals and other expats) when you're living in Malaysia :top: [b]Which are your best ...
Yes, but where do you go to mingle and meet these new friends to chat with? Read More
How to make friends in Malaysia by expat.com
We have been talking about [url=https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=891]loneliness when you are abroad[/url], let's now talk about how to make friends (locals and other expats) when you're living in Malaysia :top: [b]Which are your best ...
I agree. It seems the locals don't trust you and the expats only hang out in their own groups. Read More
Lots of Young Folks Posting
I see lots of young folks posting which is great but I'm a little older (53) and wondering where expats hang out for a coffee, chat, small bite to eat? Any suggestions? James Read More
Intro
Hi I'm James and have been in KL since Dec. Still have lots to see and experience and am looking forward to suggestions from other Expats. Read More