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MoEl

Morad

@MoEl

Serial expat

American citizen

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About me

American

Lives in Awesome Town

Speaks English, Arabic

Registration: 21 April 2010

MoEl
MoEl replied to a thread
8 years ago

Trying to move in usa

https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/immigrate.html If you're not going to be an Investor, then your best bet is to find an employer willing to sponsor you. Mastering the English language will help you navigate the process and ... Read More

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MoEl replied to a thread
14 years ago
douglas1969

Aids Agencies and Rebuilding Process for Libya by douglas1969

I realize it's too early to be asking this question, but I would be interested to hear from anyone on the ground as to what activity they are seeing with regards to the process of rebuilding the country, rebuilding the schools and universities, ...

MoEl

http://conservativebyte.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/91402_600.jpg Read More

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MoEl replied to a thread
14 years ago
officeboy

Heathen money grabbing Expats: Who's back and who's going back by officeboy

Afternoon guy's and gal's. How many of you are planning on returning to your former / new jobs? Would be good to meet up over a coffee one day, put faces to names. OB

MoEl

What kind of work do you do, officeboy? Read More

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MoEl replied to a thread
14 years ago
douglas1969

Aids Agencies and Rebuilding Process for Libya by douglas1969

I realize it's too early to be asking this question, but I would be interested to hear from anyone on the ground as to what activity they are seeing with regards to the process of rebuilding the country, rebuilding the schools and universities, ...

MoEl

...English culture, history, traditions or AnglicanismWhat? The English have culture?! Read More

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MoEl replied to a thread
14 years ago
officeboy

Officeboy & his triumphant return by officeboy

Morning all, Back in sunny Tripoli. Plane delayed, luggage delayed.. so was a bit manic getting to the hotel. Settled in, now trying to find keys to my villa and my car, so fingers crossed. Thursday evening, Friday and Saturday where good, catching ...

MoEl

Whoo-ah! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=43yi14OVxkM Read More

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MoEl replied to a thread
14 years ago
MoEl

Human Rights by MoEl

Soo.... who wants to wager that violations of human rights committed in Libya in the past/next four months have been/will be worse than any of those that occurred in the previous forty years?

MoEl

It's not just an incident or two or thousand. It's the entire culture. Read More

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MoEl replied to a thread
14 years ago
MoEl

Human Rights by MoEl

Soo.... who wants to wager that violations of human rights committed in Libya in the past/next four months have been/will be worse than any of those that occurred in the previous forty years?

MoEl

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RZxVhbvsuKM "Don't buy a slave unless you have a whip" -- Libyan proverb Read More

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MoEl replied to a thread
14 years ago
MoEl

Human Rights by MoEl

Soo.... who wants to wager that violations of human rights committed in Libya in the past/next four months have been/will be worse than any of those that occurred in the previous forty years?

MoEl

Gaddafi and his thugs set the bar extremely high on the human rights abuse scale.Indeed! Especially with him and his thugs deviating so far from the modern standards of international banking and finance. Read More

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MoEl created a thread
14 years ago

Human Rights

Soo.... who wants to wager that violations of human rights committed in Libya in the past/next four months have been/will be worse than any of those that occurred in the previous forty years? Read More

MoEl
MoEl replied to a thread
14 years ago
douglas1969

Aids Agencies and Rebuilding Process for Libya by douglas1969

I realize it's too early to be asking this question, but I would be interested to hear from anyone on the ground as to what activity they are seeing with regards to the process of rebuilding the country, rebuilding the schools and universities, ...

MoEl

Freelunch, that's ok. He's just being Libyan. He even thinks algae are fungi. Officeboy, delighted! Read More

MoEl
MoEl replied to a thread
14 years ago
douglas1969

Aids Agencies and Rebuilding Process for Libya by douglas1969

I realize it's too early to be asking this question, but I would be interested to hear from anyone on the ground as to what activity they are seeing with regards to the process of rebuilding the country, rebuilding the schools and universities, ...

MoEl

Hi all, Where can I get a good schawarma in Tripoli? Read More

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MoEl replied to a thread
14 years ago
Ayshah

Moving to Tripoli with kids? by Ayshah

Hi! I am a teacher and mother of two. My kids are half-libyan so I am planning to move to Libya and work there for sometime so the children would know their another home country as well. That, of course, is not happening until there's safe in ...

MoEl

Hi! I am planning to move to Libya and work there for sometime so the children would know their another home country as well.(moderated: offensive post) Read More

MoEl
MoEl replied to a thread
14 years ago
jago25_98

Oil for gold? by jago25_98

First of all, I'm sorry to intrude and I did look for an offtopic forum, so I posted under new members but... it's hard for people outside of Libya to tell what is going on. So I thought I'd ask directly. For example, I was looking to see if the ...

MoEl

Oh, please, don't thank me. Read More

MoEl
MoEl replied to a thread
15 years ago
jago25_98

Oil for gold? by jago25_98

First of all, I'm sorry to intrude and I did look for an offtopic forum, so I posted under new members but... it's hard for people outside of Libya to tell what is going on. So I thought I'd ask directly. For example, I was looking to see if the ...

MoEl

And as always, here we have Sandman keepin it real. I'm alive! Read More

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MoEl replied to a thread
15 years ago
mzsmartypants

airlines are suspending service ? by mzsmartypants

Most, if not all, airlines are suspending service to Tripoli for the moment, how did the journalists get in? Just wondering if any airlines are still flying people in.

MoEl

Christiane Amanpour got in on one of "the few" commercial flights from London into Tripoli. At this point you can't simply go and just buy a ticket, you'd have to know somebody. Read More

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MoEl replied to a thread
15 years ago
MoEl

An email I received by MoEl

http://www.flickr.com/photos/25945468@N03/5452995493/ I told them I don't speak English.

MoEl

but if it is legitLegitimacy confirmed. I would say go for it (you'd make a great source)All they'd get out of me at this point is how much love I have for our great and exceptional leader Muammar Abumenyar AlGaddafi. ALFAATEH!!! Read More

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MoEl created a thread
15 years ago

An email I received

http://www.flickr.com/photos/25945468@N03/5452995493/ I told them I don't speak English. Read More

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MoEl created a thread
15 years ago

Your experience working in Libya. In details.

Stavangerfisherman and all those who work(ed) for Libyan companies/institutions, How is/was your experiences? pros and cons? It would help if you support your claims with established facts and anecdotal examples (photographs...etc.) I am American, ... Read More

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MoEl replied to a thread
15 years ago
berdantantuni

What is the speedest internet service in Libya? by berdantantuni

Firstly hello everyone. Im new in Bengazi. I came here to work in construction company. Everyday, i go from apartment to work, from work to apartment. I just like see movie but my internet service is so slow. Movies are not download. Is there any ...

MoEl

Go to your local LTT representative. Read More

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MoEl replied to a thread
15 years ago
berdantantuni

What is the speedest internet service in Libya? by berdantantuni

Firstly hello everyone. Im new in Bengazi. I came here to work in construction company. Everyday, i go from apartment to work, from work to apartment. I just like see movie but my internet service is so slow. Movies are not download. Is there any ...

MoEl

good site to download moviesNetflix. Ooops...we're in Libya. And WiMax is the best deal so far. But as you said, it depends on what area you're in and how strong the coverage is. If it's too slow where you are, you might want to look into ... Read More

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MoEl replied to a thread
15 years ago
Theiman

6 month visas by Theiman

Heard that no more being issued as of today. Only monthly's available.

MoEl

as long as...my animals are safe there with my husband !Hah! Poor guy. Read More

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MoEl replied to a thread
15 years ago
hoseloader

many questions by hoseloader

Julien Have not arrived as yet but have many ?'s how do i contact you. I represent a very large international company who will be moving staff to all major cities in Libya. I need lots of information Cheers/hoseloader

MoEl

have many questions regarding Sharia law and other aspects of IslamAsk google! Unless you want to "network" and you know they get excited to answer gringo questions about their lovely religion. Read More

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MoEl replied to a thread
15 years ago
Cardy

Health Food Options for Vegetarians in Tripoli by Cardy

Happy New Year! I’m heading to Tripoli in a few weeks and wanted to get a better understanding of what health food options may or may not be available. I have been reading the posts on the forum for the past few months to prepare and really ...

MoEl

I know that most leafy greens I get in Sabha are clean. But most of the vegetables are not. Read More

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MoEl replied to a thread
15 years ago

Regatta workout facilities

What's the 8 club?The 8 oil companies who contributed to the facility. Read More

MoEl
MoEl replied to a thread
15 years ago
Cardy

Health Food Options for Vegetarians in Tripoli by Cardy

Happy New Year! I’m heading to Tripoli in a few weeks and wanted to get a better understanding of what health food options may or may not be available. I have been reading the posts on the forum for the past few months to prepare and really ...

MoEl

okay spill it, Mo! What should we know...DDT, alar...what unseen horrors lurk on our fruit and veg...and in our meat and fish??The few grocers and farmers I spoke with (mostly in Sabha since I seem to get in a fight every time I try to question a ... Read More

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MoEl replied to a thread
15 years ago
Cardy

Health Food Options for Vegetarians in Tripoli by Cardy

Happy New Year! I’m heading to Tripoli in a few weeks and wanted to get a better understanding of what health food options may or may not be available. I have been reading the posts on the forum for the past few months to prepare and really ...

MoEl

I think it is the law of the land here not to use chemicals, hormones and pesticides in agricultural products.Why do you think so? Read More

MoEl
MoEl replied to a thread
15 years ago

Any Indian

Many of your questions have been answered in the FAQs thread. Read More

MoEl
MoEl replied to a thread
15 years ago
Theiman

6 month visas by Theiman

Heard that no more being issued as of today. Only monthly's available.

MoEl

I hereby add my own rumour: 3.) The neighbour of the man who issues all visas has blocked off the street for his daughter's wedding and the visa man can't get his blue peugeot truck out of the drive. So he's taking the week off. He could walk ... Read More

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MoEl replied to a thread
15 years ago
bigyemdog

Getting into Tripoli by bigyemdog

Hey guys, I have a friend wanting to visit me from America while im here in Tripoli, what is needed to be able to get into Tripoli? I heard a visa then I heard a translated passport into Arabic? Please inform me thanks.

MoEl

Contact the Libyan embassy in DC to confirm: http://www.libyanbureaudc.org/visa.html Read More

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MoEl replied to a thread
15 years ago
Gernademan

LTT Wimax products & prices by Gernademan

Can someone please advise which Wimax products are currently available in the market and their costs along with quota limits etc. Thanks

MoEl

do you know if they sell the Wimax USB anymore or is it obsolete?no idea Read More

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MoEl replied to a thread
15 years ago
Gernademan

LTT Wimax products & prices by Gernademan

Can someone please advise which Wimax products are currently available in the market and their costs along with quota limits etc. Thanks

MoEl

you mean these: http://www.ltt.ly/en/personal/wimax/index.php?c=55 http://www.ltt.ly/en/personal/internet/ ? Read More

MoEl
MoEl replied to a thread
15 years ago
snow_flake

international driving licence by snow_flake

Happy new year everyone! Hope this post finds you all healthy and happy! I am looking to get an international driving licence here in Tripoli. Can anyone tell me where an office is that can issue one to me? Many thanks! :cool:

MoEl

Is this it? anyone? [img align=L]http://lh6.ggpht.com/_BfUmlpZ6_KA/TScC5iEM3SI/AAAAAAAAATc/EsizheGgD6M/autoclub.jpgIt's a Libyan automobile club, but it also says Re7lat which could mean trips or travels but not tourism, but I don't think there are ... Read More

MoEl
MoEl replied to a thread
15 years ago
Theiman

6 month visas by Theiman

Heard that no more being issued as of today. Only monthly's available.

MoEl

Yes, me too. They did it cause I got robbed few months ago, I called my freinds at the embassy to do sth about it, so they called the goverment and on special meeting of foreign affairs ministers of schengen area to take appriopriate measures. And ... Read More

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MoEl replied to a thread
15 years ago

Gym with childcare

You're dreaming.oopsie daisy!!.... didn't click the submit button, looks like. he is not the only one in that other people would like to have them over here as well There...Now I clicked the submit button Read More

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MoEl replied to a thread
15 years ago
snow_flake

international driving licence by snow_flake

Happy new year everyone! Hope this post finds you all healthy and happy! I am looking to get an international driving licence here in Tripoli. Can anyone tell me where an office is that can issue one to me? Many thanks! :cool:

MoEl

According to Wikimapia it should be here: http://wikimapia.org/11517704/%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%86%D8%A7%D8%AF%D9%8A-%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%84%D9%8A%D8%A8%D9%8A-%D9%84%D9%84%D8%B3%D9%8A%D8%A7%D8%B1%D8%A7%D8%AA-%D9%88-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%B3%D9%8A%D8%A7%D8%AD%D8%A9 Read More

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MoEl replied to a thread
15 years ago
Cardy

Health Food Options for Vegetarians in Tripoli by Cardy

Happy New Year! I’m heading to Tripoli in a few weeks and wanted to get a better understanding of what health food options may or may not be available. I have been reading the posts on the forum for the past few months to prepare and really ...

MoEl

Which part are you referring to, Julien? Read More

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MoEl replied to a thread
15 years ago
Cardy

Health Food Options for Vegetarians in Tripoli by Cardy

Happy New Year! I’m heading to Tripoli in a few weeks and wanted to get a better understanding of what health food options may or may not be available. I have been reading the posts on the forum for the past few months to prepare and really ...

MoEl

Cardy, I admire your gastro-pragmatism. We probably wouldn't have this brain of ours if it weren't for dead animals and fire. Google: Vegan No More Here is another good one: http://thelabrawtory.com/2010/03/09/i-am-no-longer-raw-vegan/ Read More

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MoEl replied to a thread
15 years ago
Cardy

Health Food Options for Vegetarians in Tripoli by Cardy

Happy New Year! I’m heading to Tripoli in a few weeks and wanted to get a better understanding of what health food options may or may not be available. I have been reading the posts on the forum for the past few months to prepare and really ...

MoEl

I'm starting a bacon religion. Read More

MoEl
MoEl replied to a thread
15 years ago
Cardy

Health Food Options for Vegetarians in Tripoli by Cardy

Happy New Year! I’m heading to Tripoli in a few weeks and wanted to get a better understanding of what health food options may or may not be available. I have been reading the posts on the forum for the past few months to prepare and really ...

MoEl

I'm not sure what that means. I wasn't being rudeNeither was I. 'Healthy' demands much less variety than 'fun' Starting with a healthy body, 20 food items would often suffice to comprise healthy nutrition for the rest of one's life. Or at least ... Read More

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MoEl replied to a thread
15 years ago
Cardy

Health Food Options for Vegetarians in Tripoli by Cardy

Happy New Year! I’m heading to Tripoli in a few weeks and wanted to get a better understanding of what health food options may or may not be available. I have been reading the posts on the forum for the past few months to prepare and really ...

MoEl

Fresh Greens – Is it easy to find fresh spinach, kale, collard greens, turnip greens, and potato greens? No, Oh yes. It's full grown spinach, not 'baby'. And it's a pain to clean since it comes in bundles an covered in soil, not in resealable, 12oz ... Read More

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MoEl replied to a thread
15 years ago
bigyemdog

Searching for good Apartments by bigyemdog

Hey im here in Tripoli playing pro basketball and the team put me in a hotel temporarily. They are now looking to move me to an apartment/home and asked me where I would like to live? Does anyone know of any really good apartment/homes in Tripoli ...

MoEl

Janzour, Palm City, Regatta or GergareshAcceptable, trailer trash, ghetto, ghetto^2 If you can get a house/villa (shared or otherwise) in Janzour then do that. It's got relatively cleaner air, and less noise and less traffic. Otherwise it's hard to ... Read More

MoEl
MoEl replied to a thread
15 years ago

Youtube - Network Error

FYI: it was working with the DNS addresses 8.8.8.8 - 8.8.4.4 Read More

MoEl
MoEl replied to a thread
15 years ago

Youtube - Network Error

Network Error (tcp_error) A communication error occurred: "Operation timed out" The Web Server may be down, too busy, or experiencing other problems preventing it from responding to requests. You may wish to try again at a later time. For ... Read More

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MoEl replied to a thread
15 years ago
ZooX

Tripoli by ZooX

Best experience of meeting people of different beliefs and lifestyles.

MoEl

Did he just say 'shlal' ?! Read More

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MoEl replied to a thread
15 years ago
Mudman

New Residency Issues ? by Mudman

I've heard a rumour today that all new residency applications are being put on hold ? Something to do with a knee jerk response to International companies not employing enough locals or not training the locals they are required to employ. Anyone ...

MoEl

Always hitting around the bush!!!!!!!Hitting with what? That sounds painful. You're trying too hard, chief. Read More

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MoEl replied to a thread
15 years ago
Mudman

New Residency Issues ? by Mudman

I've heard a rumour today that all new residency applications are being put on hold ? Something to do with a knee jerk response to International companies not employing enough locals or not training the locals they are required to employ. Anyone ...

MoEl

Till this issue is resolved with individual companies, no new work permit applications or visa renewal applications will be entertained.http://www.motifake.com/image/demotivational-poster/0910/extortion-demotivational-poster-1254521840.jpg Read More

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MoEl replied to a thread
15 years ago
Mudman

New Residency Issues ? by Mudman

I've heard a rumour today that all new residency applications are being put on hold ? Something to do with a knee jerk response to International companies not employing enough locals or not training the locals they are required to employ. Anyone ...

MoEl

I think that you are confused about asking politely and giving orders dear ...expects = expats ?And the Great Julien demonstrates who was truly confused in their Summer English communication course. Read More

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MoEl replied to a thread
15 years ago
WALI

Mats by WALI

any1 knws if 1 can buy a mat such used in yoga...???

MoEl

let the earth be your mat Read More

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MoEl replied to a thread
15 years ago
Fifer

Reefee Box? - sorry about the spelling by Fifer

Am in Tripoli just now and heading to he desert in a week or so. Some ex-pats passing through have mentioned getting a Reefee box - which I understand is some kind of mobile wireless internet dongle. Just wondering if anyone here a: knows anything ...

MoEl

ThurayaDSL provides Internet connectivity through a small and mobile terminal the size of a notebook, offering high-speed 144 kbps connectivity anytime and anywhere in Thuraya’s coverage area. Especially ideal for corporate customers, government ... Read More

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MoEl replied to a thread
15 years ago
AndrewLibya1

Social Life in Libya by AndrewLibya1

Hi All, I am looking to relocate from London to Tripoli in August on my known and am wondering about the social side of life in this part of the world. I have been unable to find information about sports clubs etc, if any, and generally how expats ...

MoEl

Try birding - there is more to life than pubs and restaurantsNo their isn't.Leave the man alone. I truly admire his work. Birding takes more patience than running a marathon, I suspect. Read More

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MoEl replied to a thread
15 years ago
AndrewLibya1

Social Life in Libya by AndrewLibya1

Hi All, I am looking to relocate from London to Tripoli in August on my known and am wondering about the social side of life in this part of the world. I have been unable to find information about sports clubs etc, if any, and generally how expats ...

MoEl

Is that like dogging ? :)I had to look it up. Here's to another corner of my withering innocence darkened by the mutterings of Evil. Read More

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MoEl replied to a thread
15 years ago
marselya

So bored by marselya

Hello everybody..l marriaged and came to Libya because of my husband job as a civil engineer..Before l hearded about Libya but l couldnt anticipate like that..There is nothing...Even l couldnt go around..l need a taxi but l hearded that it is not ...

MoEl

Am a Housewife too, it was really difficult for me to live here at the begining, but i get used to it. I tried to find my self a job it was hopless. I got problem about going out by myself.I took the risk and went several times alone to Souk ... Read More

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MoEl replied to a thread
15 years ago
MoEl

2 laptops and a dongle by MoEl

Wimax USB dongle works fine on computer A (and other computers), but can't be properly identified by computer B which has Windows 7. Every time the dongle is plugged into any USB port on computer B one of the following happens: 1- Nothing 2- ...

MoEl

Thanks everybody. At this point I'm just going to shut down the bum, put it aside and take a break for a couple of weeks then try it again. But if you know of a solution, please share. Read More

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MoEl replied to a thread
15 years ago
NorthernBonehead

Gyms in Tripolis by NorthernBonehead

Hey All Just wondering what you have found for gyms in Tripolis. A juicer gym would be great but realistically i'd settle for a sketchy bench with some wobbly free weights. Any suggestions? Thanks! Bonehead

MoEl

What are the similarities between a meathead and a bonehead? Read More

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MoEl replied to a thread
15 years ago
avaritia7

Single woman living in Tripoli by avaritia7

I'm applying for a senior position in a new hotel opening in Tripoli soon. I'm a single female, so the previous posts about husbands, children blah blah don't apply to me. I lived in Doha and have travelled throughout the Middle East and other ...

MoEl

Medina, Here is how they think: Lebanese chicks are hot and flirty. You're not a chick, but you're still a Lebaness, and many of the Libyan men who stare are as interested in you (they find you hot) as they would be in an LBC reality show female ... Read More

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MoEl replied to a thread
15 years ago
MoEl

2 laptops and a dongle by MoEl

Wimax USB dongle works fine on computer A (and other computers), but can't be properly identified by computer B which has Windows 7. Every time the dongle is plugged into any USB port on computer B one of the following happens: 1- Nothing 2- ...

MoEl

Upgraded the dongle's firmware via computer A. Disconnected dongle and connected it to computer B...same problem. P.S. I should note that when computer B identifies and installs the dongles, it says: USB Mass Storage Device Installed Successfully, ... Read More

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MoEl replied to a thread
15 years ago
MoEl

2 laptops and a dongle by MoEl

Wimax USB dongle works fine on computer A (and other computers), but can't be properly identified by computer B which has Windows 7. Every time the dongle is plugged into any USB port on computer B one of the following happens: 1- Nothing 2- ...

MoEl

OK, here is the deal: For the last few weeks I wanted to get back to a 5:30 mile run on pavement, in Vibrams. But the air in this place is so dirty that I developed a sever allergy in the process from inhaling so much street dust and 30-year old ... Read More

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MoEl replied to a thread
15 years ago
MoEl

2 laptops and a dongle by MoEl

Wimax USB dongle works fine on computer A (and other computers), but can't be properly identified by computer B which has Windows 7. Every time the dongle is plugged into any USB port on computer B one of the following happens: 1- Nothing 2- ...

MoEl

download the latest driver for your modemWhere from? Read More

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MoEl created a thread
15 years ago

2 laptops and a dongle

Wimax USB dongle works fine on computer A (and other computers), but can't be properly identified by computer B which has Windows 7. Every time the dongle is plugged into any USB port on computer B one of the following happens: 1- Nothing 2- ... Read More

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MoEl replied to a thread
15 years ago
marselya

So bored by marselya

Hello everybody..l marriaged and came to Libya because of my husband job as a civil engineer..Before l hearded about Libya but l couldnt anticipate like that..There is nothing...Even l couldnt go around..l need a taxi but l hearded that it is not ...

MoEl

Matthew HopkinsThis made me feel so small and inadequate. Dude lived a measly 27 years and he gets his own, elaborate Wikipedia page. Read More

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MoEl replied to a thread
15 years ago
marselya

So bored by marselya

Hello everybody..l marriaged and came to Libya because of my husband job as a civil engineer..Before l hearded about Libya but l couldnt anticipate like that..There is nothing...Even l couldnt go around..l need a taxi but l hearded that it is not ...

MoEl

فوق انها كانت بتشتغل رقاصة . كانت بترقصThere is nearly four ... Read More

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MoEl replied to a thread
15 years ago
marselya

So bored by marselya

Hello everybody..l marriaged and came to Libya because of my husband job as a civil engineer..Before l hearded about Libya but l couldnt anticipate like that..There is nothing...Even l couldnt go around..l need a taxi but l hearded that it is not ...

MoEl

انا عاوز اضيف واقول : فوق انها كانت بتشتغل ... Read More

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MoEl replied to a thread
15 years ago
enraged1

Fitness Center/ GYM by enraged1

Hi guys! I'm having trouble finding a gym in janzour. If somebody could help, please. Cheers!!!

MoEl

There is a thread titled "gym" or "gym for ladies" with a good discussion and info. I refrained from including it in the FAQ thread because of some very indecent posts by member Napalm, who was banned, but is now posting on the forum again with a ... Read More

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MoEl replied to a thread
15 years ago
Reilly

Playing football in Tripoli by Reilly

Hi, I am here 3weeks now and finally starting to take to the heat.. I am looking for some help and if anybody could help me out it would be great. I am looking to see if any expats playing football around Tripoli on a regular basis and in need of a ...

MoEl

I just discovered how culturally challenged I must be. I can think of thousand ways to mock all you cricket-ers; but I won't, because we're all cosmopolitan and educated and stuff. Gaah! I definitely need to travel more! Read More

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MoEl replied to a thread
15 years ago
marselya

So bored by marselya

Hello everybody..l marriaged and came to Libya because of my husband job as a civil engineer..Before l hearded about Libya but l couldnt anticipate like that..There is nothing...Even l couldnt go around..l need a taxi but l hearded that it is not ...

MoEl

Hello everybody..l marriaged and came to Libya because of my husband job as a civil engineer..Before l hearded about Libya but l couldnt anticipate like that..There is nothing...Even l couldnt go around..l need a taxi but l hearded that it is not ... Read More

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MoEl replied to a thread
15 years ago
avaritia7

Single woman living in Tripoli by avaritia7

I'm applying for a senior position in a new hotel opening in Tripoli soon. I'm a single female, so the previous posts about husbands, children blah blah don't apply to me. I lived in Doha and have travelled throughout the Middle East and other ...

MoEl

who would turn down a free massage?! Read More

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15 years ago

Does anyone knows MISCO? Misurata Oilfield

Let's see who makes the first comment about how funny/annoying the site's design is. Read More

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15 years ago

Prepaid Credit Card

Aman bank. Card called Visa Virtuon. Costs $40 for each $1000 loaded on the card. Read More

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15 years ago
Tippman

Registering in An Irish Embassy by Tippman

Hello Irish Men and Women Kindly advise on the way to register my location with an Irish Embassy. Tippman

MoEl

^ now that IS service! Observe and learn, US dept of state, observe and learn!! Read More

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15 years ago
Twango

Chiselling Taxi Drivers by Twango

Heard this story that some guy from work was recently relived of his Iphone cash etc by his taxi driver who held a chisel to his throat FFS!

MoEl

I wonder if he ever posted under another username :rolleyes:http://www.torontorunningclub.com/wp-content/suspicion-is-funny.jpg Read More

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15 years ago
mancunian

World’s 10 worst cities to drive in. (Quoted from MSN website) by mancunian

[b]I'm just wondering if these report editors have driven in Tripoli or not!!![/b] Driving is challenging enough to do well without any added distractions - fighting kids in the backseat, a cyclist popping out between parked cars, pedestrians ...

MoEl

I guess all the rumors about Mudman training for the Town Drunk title are not unfounded after all :| Read More

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15 years ago
mancunian

World’s 10 worst cities to drive in. (Quoted from MSN website) by mancunian

[b]I'm just wondering if these report editors have driven in Tripoli or not!!![/b] Driving is challenging enough to do well without any added distractions - fighting kids in the backseat, a cyclist popping out between parked cars, pedestrians ...

MoEl

You do come across as quite condescending at times as well, with comments like "you clearly don't understand". What may I ask makes you such an expert in this area ?He has internet access. Read More

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15 years ago
Twango

Chiselling Taxi Drivers by Twango

Heard this story that some guy from work was recently relived of his Iphone cash etc by his taxi driver who held a chisel to his throat FFS!

MoEl

But it would be culturally insensitive to fight back against a poor, chisel wielding cabby Read More

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15 years ago
Gernademan

Any one here to join me and a friend this Thursday night? by Gernademan

Ok we'll be hitting the streets of Tripoli, basically exploring the place and checking out resturants this Thursday. Anyone willing to join us and maybe know more about the place can do so. The more the merrier. Ohh, PM me if you're ...

MoEl

OMG, I just found the smilies you all are using. I love it.The awesome sense of discovery. How compelling! Although not using them can be more fun--it confuses the hell out of unsuspecting members :evilsmirk: Read More

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15 years ago
fatmakumru

nice hotel in sepha? by fatmakumru

Hi expats Can anyone recommend a nice 4-5 star hotel for an overnight stay at Sepha/Sebha? After several web searches we decided to rely on your wisdom and experiences :-)... thanks fatmakumru

MoEl

Aljabal hotel http://www.ssfi.ly/ELJABAL.html It's rated as 2-star Phone #s: 071-2629407 071-2629408 071-2629409 071-2629474 Fezzan's photo ... Read More

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15 years ago
fatmakumru

nice hotel in sepha? by fatmakumru

Hi expats Can anyone recommend a nice 4-5 star hotel for an overnight stay at Sepha/Sebha? After several web searches we decided to rely on your wisdom and experiences :-)... thanks fatmakumru

MoEl

I'm afraid you'll have to drop your standards if you are going to Sebha. A Libyan 3 star is the best you can hope for.OK..then any 3 stars to recommend in Sepha?There really is no "to recommend" in Sabha. You just take what you got. Here is the ... Read More

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15 years ago
Palachakh

UNICEF and other Children Protection Organizations by Palachakh

Dear all, it is somewhat urgent, so together with searching the web, I post it here. Does anyone know any of the Children Rights Protection Organization functioning in Tripoli? This is for a friend of mine, and the info needed quite urgently. If ...

MoEl

What ever you've seen or heard, I've seen and heard worse, Palachakh :(Damn, you're competitive Mo!*in a needlessly angry tone* WHAT?! what did you just call me? you wanna race? Huh? you wanna race? Read More

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15 years ago
Palachakh

UNICEF and other Children Protection Organizations by Palachakh

Dear all, it is somewhat urgent, so together with searching the web, I post it here. Does anyone know any of the Children Rights Protection Organization functioning in Tripoli? This is for a friend of mine, and the info needed quite urgently. If ...

MoEl

What ever you've seen or heard, I've seen and heard worse, Palachakh :( Read More

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15 years ago
Gernademan

Good hang out spots in Tripoli by Gernademan

Just another question for the upcoming weekend, does anyone know good hang out spots here? Where you know one can play indoor games i.e. Snooker, Billiards, Bowling, Table Tennis, Arcade.

MoEl

^ :/ Am I just socially awkward, or do others find the aforementioned activities utterly void of recreational value? Read More

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15 years ago
aleksandra2319

taught id introduce myself by aleksandra2319

hi everyone, my names aleks and iv been living here for about 16 years,my parents moved here for work,so i pretty much grew up here. if theres anything i can help with,do let me know.id like to make new freinds and meet new people and try organise ...

MoEl

When there's so much to say, it's best to say nothing. Read More

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15 years ago
Gernademan

Where is Central Bank of Libya or CBL as they call it? by Gernademan

Could anyone please advise on directions to getting there? I need to get there in order to carry out a survey.

MoEl

Thanks Sandman6, I get it now so it's opposite that pond in the old buildings is it?Yep with your back to the Corniche it's the building to the right of the Medina walls.^ Sandman has just completed a leadership skills seminar Read More

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15 years ago
Gernademan

Where is Central Bank of Libya or CBL as they call it? by Gernademan

Could anyone please advise on directions to getting there? I need to get there in order to carry out a survey.

MoEl

My apt? sorry MoEl I think you''ve mixed up me with someone else you know?Nope. I have not. Read More

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15 years ago
Gernademan

Where is Central Bank of Libya or CBL as they call it? by Gernademan

Could anyone please advise on directions to getting there? I need to get there in order to carry out a survey.

MoEl

Could anyone please advise on directions to getting there? I need to get there in order to carry out a survey.Sorry don't really want to discuss the survey details here!u u u u h h.... ...then why did you mention it ? ? ? ? ? ... Read More

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15 years ago
Gernademan

Where is Central Bank of Libya or CBL as they call it? by Gernademan

Could anyone please advise on directions to getting there? I need to get there in order to carry out a survey.

MoEl

It's just few hundred meters away from your Apt near Omar Almokhtar St. where you've been living for quite a while now. Or did you move? Read More

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15 years ago
Mister-J

Entry Level Oil jobs??? by Mister-J

Hi, im a Libyan/British national just graduated from university in Media and received a 2:1. Im looking for an entry level oil job, and have looked absolutely everywhere on the internet and cant find no information or jobs. Im thinking of just ...

MoEl

^ yep... "non-technical" people are the masters of the universe.Human Remains eh?Nope. Liberated Artists is more like it. Read More

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15 years ago
Mister-J

Entry Level Oil jobs??? by Mister-J

Hi, im a Libyan/British national just graduated from university in Media and received a 2:1. Im looking for an entry level oil job, and have looked absolutely everywhere on the internet and cant find no information or jobs. Im thinking of just ...

MoEl

^ yep... "non-technical" people are the masters of the universe. Read More

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15 years ago
Mister-J

Entry Level Oil jobs??? by Mister-J

Hi, im a Libyan/British national just graduated from university in Media and received a 2:1. Im looking for an entry level oil job, and have looked absolutely everywhere on the internet and cant find no information or jobs. Im thinking of just ...

MoEl

^ ...and you still want to come and work here?!?! ;) But seriously, I would come and talk to people. Visit different companies and ask them questions. With 2:1 in media and your profile photo, I don't think you want to do what Mudman is describing. ... Read More

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15 years ago
Evie

Nurseries in Tripoli by Evie

Hi all I may be movig to Tripoli with my small family within the next few weeks. I have searched for nurseries online and do not seem to find any international nurseries that will accept 1- year olds. Any help, ideas please?! E

MoEl

^ I would love to meet the schmuck doing their "marketing"...Professional spammers! Read More

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15 years ago
avaritia7

Single woman living in Tripoli by avaritia7

I'm applying for a senior position in a new hotel opening in Tripoli soon. I'm a single female, so the previous posts about husbands, children blah blah don't apply to me. I lived in Doha and have travelled throughout the Middle East and other ...

MoEl

https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=51984 Look for "welcome group for expat women".. a good start. It or Tripoli Hash House Harriers Read More

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15 years ago
Genie

regarding sports shop in Tripoli by Genie

Hi all Once again, i have another query. Can anyone suggest me good sport shop in Tripoli and around..I need to buy chin up bar( portable one to be hung at the door), heart rate monitors, body caliper, resistance bands etc..please help me ...

MoEl

^ no idea. I would either start a new thread or go to the Higher Institute of Music in Tripoli and ask people there: Coordinates: 32°53'37"N 13°12'36"E Read More

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15 years ago

Newborns and kids NOT in school

Do you have a baby? a toddler? Or was one or more of your children born in Libya? What were the things that you wish you knew before you arrived? What was/is your experience? Read More

MoEl
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15 years ago

Babies in Tripoli - health

Any baby club nearby the Dahra Souq? https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=14368 can we find Humana Baby Drink https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=47680 Baby and children stuff ... Read More

MoEl
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15 years ago
dewi_wahyuningsih

Libya - Palm City Residences by dewi_wahyuningsih

I'm in the process of moving to Libya and wanty to ask about the Palm City Residences whether there was someone who lived in Palm City Resident? whether Palm City Residences is already operating?

MoEl

Related: More Palm City https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=28015 Palm City and Regatta Prices https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=30773 Incident @ Palm City https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=47861 A Rant ... Read More

MoEl
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15 years ago
Tarkus

Multiple entry/exit visa by Tarkus

Has anyone recent experience of getting a multiple entry/exit visa from the Libyan embassy in London? I would welcome all tips on how to make it as pain free as possible as I am expecting it not to go smoothly!

MoEl

Related: Business Visa Process https://www.expat.com/en/guide/africa/libya/3128-business-visa-process.html 6 month multiple exit/entry visa https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=34821 Visa fees for US citizens ... Read More

MoEl
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15 years ago
Genie

regarding sports shop in Tripoli by Genie

Hi all Once again, i have another query. Can anyone suggest me good sport shop in Tripoli and around..I need to buy chin up bar( portable one to be hung at the door), heart rate monitors, body caliper, resistance bands etc..please help me ...

MoEl

The Life Fitness store on Gergaresh (use google to find phone # and location) could have a good selection of decently mad made products. Edit: mad does not = made Read More

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15 years ago
Sandman6

Driving in Libya by Sandman6

Driving in Libya is not for the faint-hearted! Lane discipline and road manners do not exist (with the very rare exception) and accidents are common, especially end-to-end shunts and minor scrapes. All drivers must carry an original Libyan ...

MoEl

Okay... although I suppose I can see what you're trying to do, I have to question why the heck you see posting links at the end of threads like this as more logical than grouping links to all related subjects in one place (your thread)?It would've ... Read More

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15 years ago
Sandman6

Driving in Libya by Sandman6

Driving in Libya is not for the faint-hearted! Lane discipline and road manners do not exist (with the very rare exception) and accidents are common, especially end-to-end shunts and minor scrapes. All drivers must carry an original Libyan ...

MoEl

Not spamming. See CCC for the expatriate in Libya. Read More

MoEl
MoEl replied to a thread
15 years ago
Sandman6

Driving in Libya by Sandman6

Driving in Libya is not for the faint-hearted! Lane discipline and road manners do not exist (with the very rare exception) and accidents are common, especially end-to-end shunts and minor scrapes. All drivers must carry an original Libyan ...

MoEl

Driving regulations in Libya http://www.expat-blog.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=43527 Be warned - New law for expat drivers http://www.expat-blog.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=25481 Country codes for the blue foreigner car registration ... Read More

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15 years ago
kokanee

Where to live? by kokanee

Hi all, I'm ah newbie, even though I've been in Libya for 2 years. (well - one year as I'm on rotation) My office is at Daht Al Imad towers, and I've been living only 200m away in an nicish apartment. Great for convenience. No car required. No ...

MoEl

Let us know how it turns out Read More

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15 years ago
TigerHorn76

Bringing Pets to Libya by TigerHorn76

I'm moving to Libya in November for work and am planning to bring my dog. My wife will join me in February and is planning to bring the cat. We'll be there 2-3 years. I've done some research on bringing animals into the country, and it appears ...

MoEl

Bring a dog 2 Libya... What do i need? http://www.expat-blog.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=39725 Repatriating pets to US, need Libya Ministry Certificate of Health: http://www.expat-blog.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=49456 Read More