Kevin
@kevmille
American expat in Kazakhstan
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About me
American
Lives in Almaty
Speaks English, Kazakh, Russian
Registration: 22 August 2013
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Cost of living in Kazakhstan 聳 2015 by expat.com
Hi all, We invite you to talk about the cost of living in Kazakhstan in 2015, with an updated price listing. Don't forget to mention in which city of Kazakhstan you are living in. How much does it cost to live in Kazakhstan? > ...
How much does it cost to live in Kazakhstan? I have an 草榴社区 teachers contract which gives you a comfortable life in Kazakhstan. > accommodation prices - Covered by employer (rent here ranges from $1500 USD up to $4500 USD per month) > ... Read More
Where and how much for a MRI scan in HCMC ? by georgieboy
Hi all, My girlfriend is sick (constant loud noise in one ear, dizziness, nausea) and I'd like to know where she can get a MRI and good diagnosis in HCMC. Does any of you have any relevant experience about where it's best to do it and how much it ...
I did three MRIs at Cho Ray (International Section) last year for about $130 USD each including the doctor's fee. You will need to go about 7:00 am in the morning and look for the head doctor. They will process you, collect your payment, and then ... Read More
A good fitness center and gym by CHERAN84
Frirnds, Do any of you have any idea about GYM in district 7.... I am staying sky garden, and the GYM is too expensive, not worth of it... I am trying to find anything better in that area... Your ideas and experience will be most welcomed on ...
Try Saigon Sports Club which is in Q7. Get Fit Gym in Dist. 4 is running around $300 USD/year off peak and $500/year on peak. It is an okay gym. Read More
Quaker Oats by MikeFF
Where can I buy Quaker Oats? I tried the local sundry shops, no one has ever seen it and it's not in Big C either. I'm really missing my staple food for breakfast...please help! Regards Mike
Second on Phuong Ha. They sell them in packages about 100,000 VND. Sometimes they run out so I use the more expensive Aussie brands. Phuong Ha is a great store. Read More
Nikon D7000 by CHERAN84
Friends, Can any of you share your experience in buying a new DSLR NIKON D7000 in ho chi minh city I mean like, where can i buy, where it will be with bill and warranty, where to buy original without bill and warranty, accessories like bag ...
I bought my Cannon Rebel T3i from Thanh Thuy Camera at the Tax Center (135 Nguyen Hue, Stall C9) in 2011. They had Nikon cameras and lens as well. Vinh Hung is next to this vendor at Stall C8 so you may be able to bargain between the two. My ... Read More
Fresh halal Meat in Saigon for individual use? by ravenous
Hi guys, I wonder if there's a trustworthy place in Ho Chi Minh City providing fresh halal meat just for individual use. The places I know often provide halal meat in a large amount for restaurants only. Thanks in advance for your help! R.
You can try this link: http://gohalalvietnam.com/halal-restaurants-in-saigon/ Just be wary, halal is not enforced in Vietnam even by the organizations that certify halal food in this country. Read More
US work visa processing by Art teacher man
I will be teaching with the AEO NIS this fall. After finally securing my official letter of employment I started reviewing the Kazakhstan US embassy's website for the visa Procedures. The process is simple enough but they do not accept applications ...
I spent two years in a small Kazakh town and loved it. Small towns are nice but I really wanted to work in Almaty which is the primary reason for me to choose another international school instead of the NIS. If I finally do make it there, should ... Read More
US work visa processing by Art teacher man
I will be teaching with the AEO NIS this fall. After finally securing my official letter of employment I started reviewing the Kazakhstan US embassy's website for the visa Procedures. The process is simple enough but they do not accept applications ...
Thanks, that is helpful. I just need to see if they will do it for an American residing overseas. Just easier to send it to the US via FedEx and cheaper then actually visiting Bangkok or Singapore. Thanks for the tip about the automatic fill-in ... Read More
Obtain Vietnam Visa for Pakistani passport holders by ravenous
Hi guys, I wonder if it's possible for Pakistanis to obtain Vietnam 30-day tourist visa (the one valid for 3 months). If not, any idea how I can travel to Vietnam? I don't mind travelling around just to obtain the Vietnam visa. I need to meet my ...
Best of luck. Read More
US work visa processing by Art teacher man
I will be teaching with the AEO NIS this fall. After finally securing my official letter of employment I started reviewing the Kazakhstan US embassy's website for the visa Procedures. The process is simple enough but they do not accept applications ...
Thanks for the response. How long did it take from start to finish to get your work visa? Read More
Obtain Vietnam Visa for Pakistani passport holders by ravenous
Hi guys, I wonder if it's possible for Pakistanis to obtain Vietnam 30-day tourist visa (the one valid for 3 months). If not, any idea how I can travel to Vietnam? I don't mind travelling around just to obtain the Vietnam visa. I need to meet my ...
There was an issue over a year ago in Danang that involved some Pakistani, Indians, Turks and Bangladeshi. I remember my Indian friend and his staff having some problems renewing their visas b/c of this. They all got them renewed. Have your wife ... Read More
Places to visit in Kyrgyzstan by Julie
Hi, For the ones living in Kyrgyzstan, what would you suggest to discover the country? When you have friends or family visiting you, where do you go with them? What are the must-see places in Kyrgyzstan, the tourist sites? How to visit the ...
I did consulting work in KG in 1999 and still remember my road trips (about two months worth) of the whole country. For me, my favorite road trip was from Bishkek to Naryn then to At Bashy. The mountain scenery changes every 30 minutes. The Naryn ... Read More
US work visa processing by Art teacher man
I will be teaching with the AEO NIS this fall. After finally securing my official letter of employment I started reviewing the Kazakhstan US embassy's website for the visa Procedures. The process is simple enough but they do not accept applications ...
Any update on this service. I will need to get my work visa processed through the Kazakhstan Embassy in the US. Much easier then doing it in SE Asia. Read More
Teaching job in Taraz by keithwlp
I am going to be offered a teaching job with NIS in Taraz. Are there any other teachers there?
I was told by both a teaching recruiter and NIS staff that there were no positions available for any teachers in Taraz this year. Maybe you will go to Ust Kamenogorsk. :-) Read More
What is Taraz like? by keithwlp
Hi I'm likely to be moving to Taraz and I wondered if anyone can tell me what its like there. I have been searching the Internet for information but there isn't very much. Things like restaurants, entertainment, what do I have to look out for? is ...
I did my Peace Corps assignment in a small town about 100 km from Taraz from 1997-1999. During my second year I visited Taraz during the weekends to help develop the Rose Caplan School. The school is still going strong so you should visit it if ... Read More