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MarcoNorth

@marconorth

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American expat in Russia

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24

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30

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American

Lives in Moscow

Registration: 15 July 2010

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MarcoNorth
marconorth replied to a thread
12 years ago
expat.com

How to make friends in Moscow by expat.com

We have been talking about loneliness when you are abroad, let's now talk about how to make friends (locals or expatriates) when you're living in Moscow :top: Which are your best tips to meet people and to make friends in Moscow?? Thanks in ...

MarcoNorth

can you take this conversation offline please? Read More

MarcoNorth
marconorth replied to a thread
12 years ago
Julie

New on the expat blog directory! by Julie

Hi all, We invite you to discover the new features of the ½ûÂþÌìÌà directory: 1- News You can now share your posts with the ½ûÂþÌìÌà community. The new heading entitled “News” enables you to share the last blog posts: the aim is to highlight ...

MarcoNorth

all logical choices for a more useful, and engaging offering. the entire world of original content is gravitating towards curated streams (think clipboard, pulse news, zite as examples). the more you can create a page that has previews blog posts in ... Read More

MarcoNorth
marconorth replied to a thread
14 years ago
SanFranisisco

Shopping info in Moscow by SanFranisisco

Should be in Moscow in 45 days. Need all the help I can get regarding grocery shopping, using metro and joining an American community. Please. .. help !

MarcoNorth

be more specific about what you need to find - there are all kinds of options - -some more practical than others. I despise Auchan. Read More

MarcoNorth
marconorth replied to a thread
14 years ago
jayakre

Looking for Indian Grocery Stores in Moscow by jayakre

Looking for Indian Grocery Stores in Moscow -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Hello All, I'm moving to Moscow in December End for a project. Just wondering if there are any decent places to buy ...

MarcoNorth

the different locations have different selections - as a NYer i was actually impressed with both the selection and the prices. they have loads of thai, vietnamese and chinese stuff as well! Read More

MarcoNorth
marconorth replied to a thread
14 years ago
expat.com

How to make friends in Moscow by expat.com

We have been talking about loneliness when you are abroad, let's now talk about how to make friends (locals or expatriates) when you're living in Moscow :top: Which are your best tips to meet people and to make friends in Moscow?? Thanks in ...

MarcoNorth

cian.ru is where all the smart expats find apartments to rent. Read More

MarcoNorth
marconorth replied to a thread
14 years ago
Helven

French guy search a job in Russia in the internet field by Helven

Hello, I'm a French guy of 33ans. In France, i'm integrator html & css since 4 years. In fact, i do websites pages. I want to find a job in Russia at the same post ot in the same sector, the web. I'm here to get information about it. I need ...

MarcoNorth

helven if you are on Facebook, find me -- i can refer you to many russian companies there. big FB network in Moscow advertising, branding, etc. Marco North Read More

MarcoNorth
marconorth replied to a thread
14 years ago
zali1

3 year olds in Moscow- activities and playgroups wanted by zali1

Hi all, We are moving to Moscow in October from Australia. I was hoping to join some playgroups and sign my son up to some activities. He will be three by the time we get there. Any advice? Thanks zali

MarcoNorth

ah, so you DO have kids! start here: childreninmoscow.ru/en/ Read More

MarcoNorth
marconorth replied to a thread
14 years ago
zali1

Renting an apartment- advice by zali1

Hi, We are working with a relocation agent appointed by my husvbands work and will be looking at some apartments when we are in Moscow next week. Any advice? Things to ensure or look out for? Thanks Zali

MarcoNorth

a landlord that will actually register you at this address, a realtor that is charging a fee not more than %50 of 1 month rent, real working appliances and a guarantee they will be fixed if they break down.....look for apartments with really good ... Read More

MarcoNorth
marconorth replied to a thread
14 years ago
shahidah

looking for contacts in moscow, russia by shahidah

Hi all. am going to moscow, russia in december on work purpose. Never been there before. Hope to get to know a few malaysian friends who resides there.:D

MarcoNorth

bring spices! Read More

MarcoNorth
marconorth replied to a thread
14 years ago
expat.com

How to make friends in Moscow by expat.com

We have been talking about loneliness when you are abroad, let's now talk about how to make friends (locals or expatriates) when you're living in Moscow :top: Which are your best tips to meet people and to make friends in Moscow?? Thanks in ...

MarcoNorth

you know, the REAL friends i have made in Russia all have one thing in common. I had a kind of crisis, or deep need -and i did not have the means to solve things by myself. the strangest, most simple contact with some people in moscow can spark ... Read More

MarcoNorth
marconorth replied to a thread
14 years ago
ryan234

How to get American TV in Moscow? by ryan234

I'm moving to Moscow soon and I'm wondering how I can get American TV there.

MarcoNorth

ryan - if you want satellite, understand not every apartment is wired for this, (or permit a dish) and some buildings are still back in the cable ages. if you are being relocated, make sure this is a requirement for the housing they find for you. Read More

MarcoNorth
marconorth replied to a thread
14 years ago
ryan234

How to get American TV in Moscow? by ryan234

I'm moving to Moscow soon and I'm wondering how I can get American TV there.

MarcoNorth

torrents from pirate bay is the easiest way. Read More

MarcoNorth
marconorth replied to a thread
14 years ago
Helven

French guy search a job in Russia in the internet field by Helven

Hello, I'm a French guy of 33ans. In France, i'm integrator html & css since 4 years. In fact, i do websites pages. I want to find a job in Russia at the same post ot in the same sector, the web. I'm here to get information about it. I need ...

MarcoNorth

Helven - the russian website market is quite brutal. there is fierce competition and under-bidding for even the simplest, cheapest of sites. i;m just being honest with you - not trying to discourage. you need to develop and offer some ... Read More

MarcoNorth
marconorth replied to a thread
15 years ago
expat.com

How to make friends in Moscow by expat.com

We have been talking about loneliness when you are abroad, let's now talk about how to make friends (locals or expatriates) when you're living in Moscow :top: Which are your best tips to meet people and to make friends in Moscow?? Thanks in ...

MarcoNorth

let's face it - -for the most part Russians are closed people. They have an instinctual distrust and fear of foreigners. well, they have a general fear mistrust and fear of each other too! even on the playground with my innocent, open daughter who ... Read More

MarcoNorth
marconorth replied to a thread
15 years ago
Julien

[Press release] Is life better abroad ? by Julien

Every year, thousands of people leave their home country to settle abroad for professional or personal reasons, sometimes just because of a taste for adventure. As a matter of fact, 5.5 million Britons and more than 5 million Americans have taken ...

MarcoNorth

i was forced to become an expat, so of course this leads me to see everything wrong with my new home. that said, never before did i appreciate how wonderful a life i lead in NYC for 20 years. there is NO place like home, especially if you;re from ... Read More