" Hi out there, we, a german/malaysian expat family are going to me reallocated to Mumbai this year in December (2000) and we''re wondering, if you have some hints to share. Esp. the quedstions, where to stay in Mumbai - preferred in a house or apartement? How is the security? What to do at the weekend (outings), what clubs to join, what to be aware of? We lived 2 years in Thailand and 4 years in Malaysia. If you wanna know anything about Thailand and Malaysia, or you''re having helpful tips for us conc. Mumbai, please email under challenger@maxis.net.my Thanks and all the best, Alex, Lynette and Isabelle "

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" Hello Alex, I am an Indian Expat based in KL. Here are some answers, 1. Housing - the only option is apartments, unless you go by the name Bill Gates or his partners. Bombay (Mumbai as it is now called) has some of the most expensive real estate in this part of the world. A friend of mine had the real good apartment which was being paid for by his company and would cost about US$ 5000 ++ per month. This is real good value and such places are hard to come by. In terms of places to stay the old favourites are Breach Candy, Malabar Hill, Nepean Sea Road (all South Bombay) besides Colaba and Cuffe Parade. The new favourite is Bandra. It really would depend on where your work is. If your work is in Nariman Point or any other part of South Bombay, and you choose to live in Bandra - then budget about 75-90 minutes for travel - one way!. 2. The international club in Breach Candy is a good place, but the best are Bombay Gym and Wellington Club. Then for the new rich there are Otters in Bandra and The Royal Palms (some distance away). Wellington has golf also. 3. Security is okay by most standards but follow the general rules that apply to any big city. Look out for new scams etc. don''t stop on the road to talk to a salesman, stay away from crowded streets etc, and if you can''t (coz it is difficult) then watch for people bumping into you. 4. Trips - not many nearby, mostly not much to do. The usual places people go to are - Lonavla, Khandala (in the hills about 2 hours away), Alibaug (by the sea, about 2 hours away by road, and 45 minutes by boat from Gateway of India), Esselworld for the kids, The Royal Palms is a good place to spend a weekend afternoon. The number of places and the action really broadens if you are prepared to fly, Goa is only just over an hour away by flight, there Poona (Pune) and others. If you need more specific info. email me at sidrpm@hotmail.com or better at sidd@maxis.net.my Cheers! Sid "

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I moved to Mumbai a year back. I am not an expert on the happenings in Mumbai but I might be able to help. Feel free to e-mail me at pgartenberg@hotmail.com
Peter

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hey if anyone wants to know more about Mumbai,feel free to mail me at parulverman@gmail.com. I've been living here since 22 years now and I know a great deal about this place. I'll always be happy to help

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