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adminee posted You Could Win $75 Amazon Gift Card for Posting Tips about Living in Kyrgyzstan on the Kyrgyzstan forum:

Be one of the first to post tips about living (working, parenting, moving to, retiring, etc.) in Kyrgyzstan in our new Expat Tip section. Or, you may submit general tips about expat life! The 3 expats who submit the most tips in May will receive $75 Amazon.com gift certificates! (Note: tips that are promotional in nature are not counted in this top tip competition -- although tips that promote events and professionals who submit helpful advice are WELCOME on Expat Tips!!) Expat Tip Section: http://www.expatexchange.com/expattips Post a Tip: http://www.expatexchange.com/expat/index.cfm?pr=tip Help build an amazing resource for the expat community! Thank You! Betsy Burlingame Expat Exchange

adminee posted New Expat Tip Tool on the Kyrgyzstan forum:

We wanted to send out a note to introduce our new Expat Tip Tool. It helps you offer advice and grab tips from other expatriates about international jobs, moving overseas, retiring overseas and more. Use it to keep track of your expat insights and save tips from others living abroad all in one place! http://www.expatexchange.com/expattips Or, click on "Expat Tips" on the top of any page of Expat Exchange! Also, if you would like to add a photo to your profile, you can do that now, too. Click on "My Profile" - "Photo" and upload a photo today!

Expat Report Living in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan by Nursulu was published

Describe how you "dreamed" expat life would be before you moved overseas. Please provide as much detail as possible.

Living in the huge apartments with mountain view, skiing in the winter weekends, sunbathing in summer, eating fresh organic food, enjoy nomadic culture and lifestyle. (Continue)

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adminee posted Holiday Celebrations in Kyrgyzstan on the Kyrgyzstan forum:

If you know of any local Christmas or New Years events that would welcome other expats, please post details here. If anyone is missing family and friends and looking for things to do over the coming week, why not plan a local get together -- meet fellow Expat Exchange members at a pub or restaurant (be sure to tell us what town or city you live in). Post a get together inquiry here.

adminee posted Christmas Photos From Kyrgyzstan on the Kyrgyzstan forum:

We're collecting Christmas and Hanukkah photos from around the world. They will be displayed in our newsletters and on our site. Photos of your city or town's holiday decorations, holiday celebrations, Christmas markets, religious displays and more. E-mail your favorite holiday photos (larger resolution preferred) to connect@expatexchange.com. Please tell us about the photo and where it was taken. If you would like to submit a report about celebrating Christmas and Holidays in Kyrgyzstan, go to: http://www.expatexchange.com/rptvisitor.cfm?rid=91&anonymous=yes Thank you! Betsy Burlingame ExpatExchange.com

Nursulu replied to the thread Kids activity? on the Kyrgyzstan forum:

KerA initially posted:

Hi all! I'm coming to Bishkek in July for long holiday with my dauther she's 8y is any recomend for her kids activities please I'll be very happy to hear saggestion? Thank you Regards Kerez

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Nursulu replied most recently with:

I have 2.5 years old son and 5 months old daughter. The eldest enjoys Panfilov’s park a lot. There is lovely grey pony just by the Belyi Dom fence we are particulary go there for. Another lovely attraction is the train going around castle. Another park is opposite Asanbay microrayon, has the same attractions and cleaner than Panfilov’s park. Park Pobedy, between 10 microrayon and Orto Sai is lovely for summer picnic, seeing squirrels and listen to old aged grannies singing in the evening. It has granite column where a lot of children seem like to play. In the summer there is bicycle rental. “Detskiy mir” (on Chui/Ibraimova), “Karavan”(on Gorky/Elebaeva) and “Rahat Palace”(on Toktogula/Timiriazeva), “Beta stores 2” (in 7th microraiyon) have indoor playgrounds. They are very loud in weekend and holidays, I would suggest to go there daytime on a weekday. My personal favorite is Monaco (opposite Asanbay microrayon) with swimming pool. Best children playground, very clean and safe. Buddha bar (Sovietskaya/Ahunbaeva) has nice playground, though very close to noisy road.

olseninsk replied most recently with:

Like I said, I don't have kids, I couldn't tell you about stuff like that.

Nursulu replied to the thread Health Care in Kyrgyzstan on the Kyrgyzstan forum:

adminee initially posted:

For many newcomers and those considering living in Kyrgyzstan, access to quality medical care is a top priority. Please help those moving to your area by posting your experiences with the local health care system. Also, include any information about health insurance in Kyrgyzstan. Be sure to post the name of your city, region or town.

Nursulu replied most recently with:

I gave birth this summer at Prof Asymbekova Clinic http://www.clinic-a.in.kg/ Compare to NHS the bill was quite high ? for the antenatal care and delivery around £510 in total. The Surgery is clean and relatively comfortable, only the privacy being quite en issue. While waiting in the queue I could overhear the conversations between midwife and previous patient. Delivery ward is clean and comfortable. Team of midwives are nice and polite.

Alyona replied most recently with:

Tatyana Kharitonova is a practicing cardiologist in Tokmok. She was a lead physician for the Clinic of Hope back in 2005 [US missionary run organization], prior to that she worked with Red Cross. Today she has her own office downtown Tokmok. On many occasions she collaborates with the US/Canadian physicians, which keeps he current on the western medication and practices. She can also put you in touch with reliable physicians/surgeons if necessary. Contact Info: Dr. T @ travel2KG@gmail.com

Nursulu posted Nanny on the Kyrgyzstan forum:

Our nanny leaving us soon. Our son, she looked after for 11 months going to the nursery. She understands English and little German, has university degree, cooks uighur food. My son loves her. Her name is Khalida, phone number 511726

Alyona replied to the thread Renting or Buying a Home in Kyrgyzstan on the Kyrgyzstan forum:

adminee initially posted:

June is popular time to move to Kyrgyzstan. Many expats temporarily settle in furnished rentals giving them time to look for the right place to rent or buy. Finding a good real estate agent or agency can be key! Do you have an individual or agency to recommend? Please take a minute to post the name and website for your favorite agent or agency. If expats in your area find housing themselves -- without the help of agents, what suggestions would you have for someone starting their search? How do they find the best places? Thanks! Expat Exchange

Alyona replied most recently with:

There are many locals that are always willing to help. However, it’s not always easy to find someone reliable and trustworthy. Although currently, I am getting a PhD from the University of Minnesota, I am a Kyrgyzstani native and my family currently resides in Kyrgyzstan. We have been working with missionaries and tourists since 1999 (references are available upon request). If you are looking for a house or an apartment we can either rent our own (located in the center of Tokmok & fully furnished) or assist you with the search. The price is negotiated upfront depending on the length of your stay. There are no hidden costs. Also, if you need a ride from the airport and would like to plan ahead we would be happy to assist. If you are interested please contact Alyona @ travel2kg@gmail.com

adminee posted Dream vs. Reality of Living in Kyrgyzstan on the Kyrgyzstan forum:

Most expats have "dreams" (and fears) about the expatriate experience before they move abroad. Take a few minutes to answer a few questions about your pre-move dreams and the realities of life in Kyrgyzstan in our newest report, Dream vs. Reality: http://www.expatexchange.com/expat/index.cfm?pr=rpt&rid=97