Aida
@aidalize_me
Croatian expat in the USA
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Contacts
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About me
Croatian
Lives in Sacramento
Speaks English, Croatian and Spanish
Registration: 06 November 2013
Vacation: November 20-24
Hello everyone, I will be in Mexico City soon hopefully and I am looking to meet people since I will be traveling alone. I am female, 30 years old and I work for the California government. I am coming from Sacramento, Ca and I was supposed to be ... Read More
People in Sacramento
Yes, i moved here in October. When you are here just message me and wr can schedule a time to meet :) Read More
Child care in California
Which part of California are you looking at? The city and the neighborhood will greatly affect the cost, quality and service of the day care. Read More
People in Sacramento
I have recently moved back to Sacramento and I am looking to meet cool new people. Read More
Police and ambulance
I guess that number is just for Istanbul. Have you called it before? Read More
Police and ambulance
Has any expat had experience calling the police or ambulance in Turkey? What was the language barrier like? Were you able to communicate what you needed clearly? For expats who don't speak Turkish, is there any point in even calling? Read More
FOR GİRLS: Creepy guys in Turkey by aidalize_me
Is anyone else having a problem with mainly Turkish guys messaging you? Im getting "hello" messages everyday on here and facebook! follwed by a friend request. Thats all the message says: hello Just like if a complete stranger were to say ...
Ebk I was born in Croatia near the Bosnian border; I left my country as a child because of a brutal war that used rape as one of its main tactics to terrorize and kill my people. I was lucky to grow up in the U.S.A. as a refugee. Silent.life Where ... Read More
FOR GİRLS: Creepy guys in Turkey by aidalize_me
Is anyone else having a problem with mainly Turkish guys messaging you? Im getting "hello" messages everyday on here and facebook! follwed by a friend request. Thats all the message says: hello Just like if a complete stranger were to say ...
I guess your one of them then. This post is not meant to be snobby. I am not afraid to share this and let guys see it, but i guess its making you feel threatened. My next post should be about foreign women getting raped abroad. Im sure I will get ... Read More
FOR GİRLS: Creepy guys in Turkey
Is anyone else having a problem with mainly Turkish guys messaging you? Im getting "hello" messages everyday on here and facebook! follwed by a friend request. Thats all the message says: hello Just like if a complete stranger were to say ... Read More
private dinner party at home
Wow, thats really interesting. How much do the dinners cost? and what kind of requirements must the guests fulfill to get on the guest list? Read More
I'm overstayed person and i have student visa, i wanna know what wil..
You will be fined #TL for each DAY that you overstayed. This price depends on your country and the mood of the police officer as well. My friend from Canada overstayed by 3 days and she had to pay $30 at the airpoort. There isnt any website that can ... Read More
Night life in Ankara
Wait, what? Is this a real question? I don't think you can put nightlife and Ankara in the same sentence. Maybe if you are from a village Ankara would seem to have a nightlife for you. Read More
CONCERT !
I heard there is an Aerosmith concert in May at Istanbul Technical Univerisity. Its on a Wednesday but I really want to go!!! Did you hear anything about it? I wonder how much tickets are. Read More
Need Information about Konya
You can try to find a teaching job. A lot of scools hire native English teachers. Since you are from India you will probably have to explain to Turkish people that you have learned english like a native. You should apply to private schools or ... Read More
Lots of questions to ask
You cannot work in Turkey without a work visa. It is easy to renew a visa. The apartment will vary depending on what city you are living in. For example Istanbul will be a lot more expensive then Trabzon. Unless you speak Turkish, it will be a ... Read More
Football anyone?
You should probably post on some Erasmus groups on Facebook. Here in Ankara there are all foreigner teams that play once a week, idk how the crowd in Istanbul is tho. Read More
Job seeker
For business jobs you need to speak Turkish and English Read More
Health Insurance? by danaabu
Hey everyone! I am getting really nervous about not having health insurance. I was wondering what the best international provider for Turkey is? What are your experiences with health insurance/healthcare in Turkey? Whether English speaking doctors ...
Are you visiting or living in Turkey? Read More
who loves photograph?
I post most of my pictures are on - sretanput.tumblr.com but i live in ankara... Read More
Passport Control
Just give your ikamet and passport to the guy in the window, that's all you need to get in and out. One time I forgot my ikamet in Ankara and they still let me leave Istanbul and come back to Turkey without paying anything. Read More
Job market in Spain??? by AussieConnie
Job market in Paris??? Hi all Just wondering what the job market is like in Spain for English-only speaking Aussie if I get a working visa? Just curious to see if 1 - I need Spain, or English is acceptable 2 - If there is any jobs to be had? My ...
What is the market like for native English teachers? Not a nanny but to work in an actual school. Read More
United States Nonimmigrant Visa Guide - PLEASE READ by usmc_mv
[center][small]This sticky is [u]not relevant[/u] to any persons visiting the United States of America for the [b]sole purpose of business or tourism that is a citizen of a Visa Waiver Program Country or Canada[/b]. If you are from a VWP country or ...
Does anyone have experience with a K-1 visa? I am in the process now but it has been 5 months since we have gotten a letter or any information on the next step. Read More
Pakistan-Croatia by tomputric
Hi everyone, I'm Tom from Croatia. I travel to Pakistan, August, will be there 2 weeks (Lahore, Faisalabad) . If there's any people from Pakistan living in Croatia, I'd like to establish one Croatian-Pakistani Society (business and friendship, ...
Hey Tom I was born in Sisak. Just wanted to say Good luck! Read More
looking for part-time job! by Wassabi1
I am a moroccan, 19 years old and first year student in ankara, I'm looking fir part time job to cover my daily needs. I asked some turikish friends but they were not a big help for me. And i really need help if anyone knows any thing please ...
What university are you going to? There is a cafe bar right next to Ankara university in kurtulus that is hiring. Read More
Canada to Turkey
Why did you move back to Ankara? Ive meet a few Canadians here... Read More
Ankara Street Dogs
Let us know what you find. Last month a dog bit a guy in Kizilay and he had to go to the hospital for stitches. They can be very dangerous but there is no awareness about it. Read More
Trip to Ankara
Wait are you doing your military service or is that your profession?! Read More
Getting so bored in Ankara!!! by samhardrock
Hey Guys!! Actually I am a Turkish expat in Ankara. 2 weeks ago I had to move here cause I ve got a new post in a company. After leaving behind lovely Antalya, I feel much sad :((...New city, new job new environment but no new friends which is the ...
Ankara is really boring you will have a hard time to find something to do unless its shopping and drinking. Read More
Ankara flatshare by Christine
Hi, is it popular to share a flat in Ankara ? What advice would you give to those looking for shared accommodation in Ankara? Can you recommend specialized local websites or newspapers? By the way, keep in mind there is a flat ...
I am looking for an apartment to share right now but it so difficult to find one that's nice and in a good location. I can't afford to live by myself not to mention the safety issues of a foreign women living by herself in turkey. Read More
New member Alert!
what kind of activities are you looking for? Read More
Taking friend applications now ;)
Im looking for new members who are interested in photography or travel. I have a travel photo blog if you want to check out my amateur work: sretanput.tumblr.com Let me know if you also have a website. I want to network with other photographers ... Read More
Places to visit in the European Union
Culture Rakija Orahnjača (coffee cake with walnuts) Architecture Tomislav (beer from Zagreb) İslands Adriatic Sea Read More
5 good reasons for living in Bosnia Herzegovine by Julien
Hi, if someone asks you the best reasons for making the choice to live and stay in Bosnia Herzegovine, what would be your top 5? Thanks in advance for participating, Julien
girls burek the scenary the peoples love for life rakija Read More
study in zagreb
İ hope you have a positive experience and no body is racist against you. Zagreb is a nice city. Read More
Registering a birth in Croatia
Are you trying to register for citizenship for another country? For U.S citizens you just go to the embassy with your child and their birth certificate and of course fill out some paperwork. Read More
moving to the states by stephnie
hi everyone..I have decided to go over to the States, and wondering what my best option would be visa wise. My partner is currently working in LA on an O1 visa. I have done some research and seem to think that a student visa may be the best or a ...
To get a student visa you first have to be accepted to a university. The university should also give you an advisor to help you with getting a visa. My friend from the KSA came to study and our university helped her get a work visa after graduation. Read More
Hi everyone! by TuananhMCC
My name is Tuan Anh and I come from Viet Nam. I would like to find an american corresponding to can speak about sports, cultures, books, movie or Game..... My dream is to go to America ^^! I hope that with the website, I can find a friend who wants ...
I want to go to Viet Nam! I love Pho soup! Read More
Danville, Mount Diablo
Danville is alot cheaper then Mount Diablo. The California manager for ferrari lives in Mount Diablo in a gated community. Danville is a nice small town good for families. Read More
Places to visit in California by Julie
Hi, For the ones living in California, what would you suggest to discover the region? When you have friends or family visiting you, where do you go with them? What are the must-see places in California, the tourist sites? How to visit the ...
well the top two cities are SF and LA. You can do that or choose Northern Ca vs Southern Ca. If your going with northern Ca then you can visit SF, Napa Valley, Sacramento and Lake Tahoe. If you are in the south then LA, disneyland, Orange County and ... Read More
Hi everyone.I'm going to Irvine CA
I assume your going to university there since there is not much there. You best bet for a good time is a house party. In a town like that its best to join a fraternity. Read More
Moving to Stockton from England
Stockton dosnt have much of a nightlife scene most people go to Sacramento or San Francisco for a special night out. The mayor is young and is trying to change things so hopefully he will fulfill his promise about that. Yes there is a lot of ... Read More
American woman moving to Turkey by tifkgjt86
Hi, I am a teacher and was offered a job in Antalya starting in September. I was looking for some information on what life is like for an American woman to live in Antalya. I have heard it's not safe to live there as an American or a woman, so I was ...
The only problem I had in Antalya is that men thought I was Russian, which is exactly the kind of attention you don't want, if you catch my drift. Be careful and make sure its clear your not one! Read More