Smilingorchid
Singaporean expat in India
Forum posts
18
About me
Singaporean
Lives in Pune
Registration: 21 August 2013
Activity
Mobile network
Hi all, Which mobile network service provider would you recommend as your number one choice in Pune? Which is the worst.. Smiling Orchid Read More
Motorcycling
Hi, I am Motorcycle enthusiast and was wondering if there are more of us out there. I would like to start a motorcycle club, where we can go out for a ride over the weekend, except that Im new to Pune, and unsure how safe the roads are? Smiling ... Read More
Hospitals in Pune
Hi all, Curious to know, whats you best and worst experience with Hospitals in Pune? SMiling orchid Read More
Best discotheques
Hi all, I would like to hear your recommendations for the best places to hang out, is there a pretty cool discotheque? Smiling Orchid Read More
Going for Walks
Hi all, I am curious. In europe, it is usual to go for walks, picnics etc. I heard that the pollution levels in Pune are too high to take walks and picnics.. is this true? Also, how safe is it to walk on the streets etc? Smiling Orchid Read More
Best bank for expats
Hi, Im moving to Pune and trying to decide which bank I should use. Any recommendations? Smiling Orchid Read More
Buying a Car in Pune
Hi, What would you recommend as a good car to buy for Pune? I heard SUVs are the way to go? Is it really dangerous for non-indians to drive in Pune? Smiling Orchid Read More
Moving to Pune
Hi all, I have a question for the expat community coming from Europe. What is not available in Pune, especially electronics, and how bad is the pollution? Smiling orchid Read More
I'm married to an Indian and moving to Pune. by beemelissa
Does anyone have any advice on how to make this move easier on me? I've been to Inida many times, but not to live. I'm not interested in sticking out, maybe making some other American or foreign friends. Not sure what I will do for work, or just ...
Wow! One and a half years before you moved. Your husband must have got everything organised before you came over. Kat, how are you liking Pune? Oh and before I forget, what are the few things you have not found in Pune? I checked out their malls ... Read More
I'm married to an Indian and moving to Pune. by beemelissa
Does anyone have any advice on how to make this move easier on me? I've been to Inida many times, but not to live. I'm not interested in sticking out, maybe making some other American or foreign friends. Not sure what I will do for work, or just ...
Hi Kat, Thank you for your advice. We are in the process of moving, and like you and your husband, do not have much to move. This would officially be the 5 country we are moving to. That said, India is quite particular. My husband has been told ... Read More
I'm married to an Indian and moving to Pune. by beemelissa
Does anyone have any advice on how to make this move easier on me? I've been to Inida many times, but not to live. I'm not interested in sticking out, maybe making some other American or foreign friends. Not sure what I will do for work, or just ...
Hi Kat, Thank you for agreeing to take my questions. To begin with, I am curious to know which moving firm you used, and what was your experience with it? Read More
I'm married to an Indian and moving to Pune. by beemelissa
Does anyone have any advice on how to make this move easier on me? I've been to Inida many times, but not to live. I'm not interested in sticking out, maybe making some other American or foreign friends. Not sure what I will do for work, or just ...
Hello Kathleen, I read your post and am really keen to hear more about your experiences. My husband and I will be moving to Pune sometime end of this year and we are just now sorting the moving, and sussing out health insurances etc. I would love ... Read More
Health Insurance in Pune by Smilingorchid
Hi, I am new in Pune and want to know more about the best way to arrange for a healthcare insurance that will provide maximum coverage, and even reparation should it be necessary. Does anyone have any experience with this? Smiling Orchid :thanks:
Hi Yogesh, I used the policy bazaar.. very helpful thank you!! Read More
Health Insurance in Pune by Smilingorchid
Hi, I am new in Pune and want to know more about the best way to arrange for a healthcare insurance that will provide maximum coverage, and even reparation should it be necessary. Does anyone have any experience with this? Smiling Orchid :thanks:
Thank you Yogesh! I see youre from Pune. I visited your city and its beautiful :-) Read More
Need help with health insurance
Hello Puneits and expats in Pune, Would you know of a solid insurance agent that will take care of my medical and health insurance needs? Smiling Orchid Read More