campingguy
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American
Lives in Cairo Maadi
Speaks English, very basic German (enough to shop!), some Spanish
Registration: 01 March 2010
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How to make friends in Washington 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 Washington :top: Which are your best tips to meet people and to make friends in Washington?? Thanks ...
This post is about the State of Washington, not the city of Washington D.C. There's a big difference so if you want to connect with people interested in Washington D.C. please start a new thread (if there isn't one already). On the other hand, if ... Read More
Driving in Cairo by ALAN-PORTSMOUTH
Hi all, I live in England and I plan to have a short holdiay in Cairo, I have a UK driving Licence . Can I just get an international driving permit from UK post office?
When I have friends visit and can't take time off work I just hire a car and english speaking driver through the travel agency that I use. It's worth the cost (and the cost is minimal compared to renting). You should also rent a mobile phone so ... Read More
Where to get shortening in Cairo? by Fate
hi, i would like to know from where can i get Crisco Shortening (Butter flavour and Vegetable flavour) in cairo preferably rehab n from where can i get Oven Thermometer... pls reply if you have any additional information regarding what else can i ...
Alpha Market on the corniche near the Maadi entrance from the corniche is the last place I bought it. The Metro Market in Digla Maadi also carried it. I've gotten to where I use ghee (clarified butter) where I used to use buttery Crisco and like it ... Read More
Aliens built the pyramids!!! by maireadhoey
My son mentioned this the other day just in passing. Now when I say son don't think a cute 4 or 5 year old he is 17, but obviously with a mothers bias still very cute. He attends school here in Cairo and it really made me question the value we ...
There are so many crazy theories on the pyramids, including that they were designed to channel energy to manufacture gold. I don't know where people come up with this stuff. The facts unearthed in excavations prove that they were built by ... Read More
Looking for flavoured hot chocolate in Maadi by Carol Smith
Do u guys know where i can find flavoured hot chocolate in Maadi? I'm missing it :) Thanks
Alpha Market on the corniche had several options the last time I checked. Read More
Cooking classes in Cairo? by minna_sainio
Hi All. will be moving to Cairo tomorrow, am passionate about food and very interested in finding a cooking class to learn more about local dishes. Any ideas? thanks minna
The CSA (livinginegypt.org/portal/default.aspx) has great classes and can point you in the direction of more. When you open the link go the the activities tab and then select the what's cooking option. Read More
Are Things Settling at All? by campingguy
Thanks to all of you who have posted updates and blogs! For those of us that were pulled out of Egypt temporarily it's difficult to know the truth of how things are going there now. Much of the media is sensationalized and through this whole thing ...
I'm really hoping that the security situation gets better quickly. I've been surprised that they haven't put the army fully in charge with the police managed by them until this could be settled. I want to get back there but I don't think they'll ... Read More
Are Things Settling at All?
Thanks to all of you who have posted updates and blogs! For those of us that were pulled out of Egypt temporarily it's difficult to know the truth of how things are going there now. Much of the media is sensationalized and through this whole thing ... Read More
Living in Washington by expat.com
You are an expatriate living in Washington, or you used to work and live in Washington. Share your expat experience! How would you describe life in Washington? Has it been complicated to settle down, to find a job, and an accomodation? Is ...
I'm an expat living in Egypt but WA is my home. Since I've lived and worked all over the world I'm very familiar with the expat experience, the adjustments involved and so on. If I can help with any questions just let me know! Read More
How to make friends in Washington 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 Washington :top: Which are your best tips to meet people and to make friends in Washington?? Thanks ...
I'm an expat in Egypt but am from Olympia and I've lived and worked all over the world. I've found that the best way to make friends is to get involved as a volunteer in a non-profit organization that works in an area I'm interested in. That way ... Read More
American Supermarket in Maadi - Cairo by Xpat-f
Guys, I am new here, and my job is sending me to cairo along with my family to Cairo for 2 years! I heard that they have an american supermarket somewhere in Maadi Cairo, which is strickly for americans which sells grocery from home! can anybody ...
I think the American supermarket someone may have mentioned is more likely the Egyptian markets that stock a lot of American items. There are several and they're nice to have but you pay a premium for the American items. I used to be able to use ... Read More
Moving to Cairo.... Need help! by Ktduggal
Hi, I will be moving to Cairo within the next 2 months with my husband whose office is located in the corniche...I have a couple of questions and would really appreciate if someone can help me .... 1. Which place is better to consider for renting ...
My company uses homecountryeg.com and they have done well for us. mahmoud@homecountryeg.com is the guy we deal with the most. Your budget amount seems right when you add in electricity and so on. Will you have a car? If so, ask about a flat with ... Read More
Canadian treatment by iame
I am working in customer service industry, i am Egyptian, my work has been always to customers in the west, usually united states and Canada, regarding my experience I have never seen people so polite like Canadians, i have dealt with Americans, ...
Iame, I think that the job you have lends itself to a bad impression of Americans. My sister works in the same job. In a customer service environment you're dealing with people who are most likely angry and frustrated and don't have the national ... Read More
Hair cutting in Maadi by alimirza
Hey guys Can any one tell me any good Mens hair cutting saloon here in Maadi keeping in mind that I don't speak Arabic and I have long straight hairs. I really do not want any one having curl hair cutting experience to make my hairs test bed :) ...
My Stepdad used to go to a place behind CAC. On the same road as Dominoes Pizza. I can't remember the name of it, but he was always happy with them.It's called Lucianos (not 100% sure of the spelling). Good place. Price is higher (was LE 65 last I ... Read More
Airport pick up by Burnside
Hey, How do I get from Maadi to the airport (and back)? If you know of any cheap, safe, air-conditioned public transport options let me know!
For a fee the travel agencies will pick you up and drop you off too. It's not the least expensive option but sometimes the service is worth the expense. I've tried many different ways and the only one I like better is to have a friend take me to ... Read More