Yvonne Anne
English expat in Maldives
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About me
English
Speaks French, English
Registration: 04 October 2009
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In retrospect, would you move again to Maldives? by Christine
Hi all, If you had to look back on your expat experience in Maldives, would you heartily say "letÂ’s do it again"? From the preparation stage to your actual everyday life in your new country, what did you enjoy the most? Would you do certain ...
Yes, in a heartbeat! BUT only if you are healthy...... Read More
Life and Work in Maldives for a European person by Lenina
Hi all, I know this has been discussed before but I am a person living in the rainy Northern Ireland, UK and would love to have a year-two break and come over to Maldives to work in a resort hotel. I know they say that accommodation and food are ...
Hi there, see other posts re pro's and con's.....absolutely no discrimination of women based on age....or generally gender either...acc on resort... Read More
Life and Work in Maldives for a European person by Lenina
Hi all, I know this has been discussed before but I am a person living in the rainy Northern Ireland, UK and would love to have a year-two break and come over to Maldives to work in a resort hotel. I know they say that accommodation and food are ...
Hi Taliam I lived/worked in the Maldives for 3 years on 2 resorts. I will be returning soon. I'm English Myadvice would be that as long as your gut instinct is good then 'go for it', what have you got to lose? there again this is my ... Read More
Sardinia
Hello I've been offered a job in Sardinia. Has anybody lived there and can tell me what life is like as an expat in Sardinia please? Thanks Read More
Working in a resort in Management by CWChris
Hi! I found these forums and they look really informative. I've done a lot of reading but have some rather specific questions. I am 26, English, have 2 years restaurant management experience (for large, high volume, restaurant chains), and am ...
Hi Chris To agree with the last post - it's doubtful whether your fiance could live with you (you need married status) but she may be able to secure a job (though doubtful whether it could be p/t) and live with another staff member. Management work ... Read More
Sub Aqua - Living & Working Conditions at Conrad Hilton... by DustyShoe
Anyone previously or currently working for Sub Aqua Dive Center at Rangali, Conrad-Hilton? i am interested in finding out what the living and working conditions are like as a dive instructor at Rangali-DC. any info would be appreciated. thanks
Conrad Hilton is such a good company, you will be fine and have an amazing time! I lived in Maldives for 3 years, I am British Anne Read More
Shipping belongings home
I had to leave the Maldives suddenly because I was sick so most of my belongings are still there and I need to have them shipped home. Does anyone know the most cost effective way to do this/which company to use/how I go about this? Thanks! Read More
º£½ÇÂÒÂ× blog gatherings in Bursa by Julien
Hi all! What about meeting the other Bursa º£½ÇÂÒÂ× members in real life? Organizing an º£½ÇÂÒÂ× meet up would be an excellent way to know them! :) An º£½ÇÂÒÂ× meet up can be a diner gathering, having coffee, a bring and share in a nice ...
Hi Julien I will be going to Bursa to live in September, I will be teaching. Are you enjoying life there? Thanks Anne Read More
May I know by Jalyoka
May I know if business Visa could be converted to work visa in Maldives or no ?
Yes, I believe it can, although they are tightening up visa's now. Anne Read More
English teaching schools by banas4916
Can anyone give me a list of schools that are good for teaching English as a second language in Istanbul? I want to move to Istanbul and teach English but want to get with a reliable school.
Hi All .......& Mo Mo, I am an experienced TEFL teacher & have lived abroad for the last 3 years teaching TEFL, prior to which I taught in a university in England; therefore I am VERY well aware of the disreputable reputation and practice of some ... Read More
English teaching schools by banas4916
Can anyone give me a list of schools that are good for teaching English as a second language in Istanbul? I want to move to Istanbul and teach English but want to get with a reliable school.
Hi Banas i also need this info, where is the list??!! Thanks Read More
Must bring to paradise by Dave&Julia
Dear Ladies and Gentleman and boys and girls, myself and my wife moving to Maledives soon. Now the question is what is a must bring to Maledives as we will work for a top luxury resort far away from Male itself. Movies, books or what ever we are ...
Hi Both Best to buy 2 SIM cards. Watanya for calling abroad and Diraghu for local calls.....excuse spelling! I would echo the last post, save some cash (always) for a quick exit strategy....I've been here for 2 1/2 yrs and have seen many ex-pats ... Read More
South African Moving from UAE to Maldives by candzigrl
Hi I have been offered a position in the maldives and im wandering if this is a good decision, (obviously is still my decision to make). I wanted to know from the expat community living on hotel resorts what is your biggest challenge? Do you have ...
Hi Candz The key challenges are lack of privacy/lack of tentertainment/island constrictions re travel.....for a girl restricted amenities etc However, great beaches, love Maldivians great peeople quiet, calm life....hard work but little ... Read More
Must bring to paradise by Dave&Julia
Dear Ladies and Gentleman and boys and girls, myself and my wife moving to Maledives soon. Now the question is what is a must bring to Maledives as we will work for a top luxury resort far away from Male itself. Movies, books or what ever we are ...
Hi Dave and Julia I work in a top high profile resort in the Maldives. My advice wld be if you have any special medicines that you prefer or need then bring them. Julia, bring as many clothes as you can as the clothes for women in Male are pretty ... Read More