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adminee posted You Could Win $75 Amazon Gift Card for Posting Tips about Living in Moldova on the Moldova forum on May 23, 2013:

Be one of the first to post tips about living (working, parenting, moving to, retiring, etc.) in Moldova 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

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adminee posted New Expat Tip Tool on the Moldova forum on May 14, 2013:

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!

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jmacdova replied to the thread I Wish I had Known... Before Moving to Moldova on the Moldova forum:

adminee initially posted:

If there was one thing that you wish you had known about living in Moldova before you arrived and started to settle in, what would it be?

jmacdova replied most recently with:

That Russian is a first and or second langauge, I would have purchased Rosetta stone in Russian. I was unable to purchase, Romanian Rosetta stone.

mamachka replied most recently with:

Hm no replies? I wonder if that means everyone is happy in Moldova...or no one in Moldova frequents this site.

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jmacdova posted Bring my car to Moldova temporaly mabye permanently on the Moldova forum:

Hello all I am wanting to bring my car from the USA to Moldova, temporaly or permanently depending on the legal hurdles. Does any one here know of the process involved

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adminee posted Holiday Celebrations in Moldova on the Moldova 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.

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adminee posted Christmas Photos From Moldova on the Moldova 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 Moldova, go to: http://www.expatexchange.com/rptvisitor.cfm?rid=91&anonymous=yes Thank you! Betsy Burlingame ExpatExchange.com

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RamaFrancesco posted English Teaching Jobs for Americans on the Moldova forum:

Anyone know of any jobs open for teaching or tutoring English? In Chisinau or any small town close by?

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A reader commented on the Expat Report Living in Chisinau, Moldova

If a friend of yours was thinking of moving to this city or town from far away, what other advice would you give them.

Be aware of the language issue - Russian tends to be the language of commerce, but it's also seen by many as the language of oppression. Only around 13% of the population is ethnic Russian. The majority are Moldovan and speak Romanian (though Russians call it "Moldovan," in an effort to impose psychological separation between Romania and Moldova). It's a touchy issue, entwined in the country's history.

Make sure to visit the wineries - they're amazing, and during the summer and fall do most of your food shopping at the outdoor markets - the prices are cheap and you'll get some of the best produce you've ever had.

Bring with you a good pair of jeans, and some smart clothes. People dress up for all types of occasions, and just walking down the street is like walking through a fashion magazine. But you also wonder where they get this stuff, because the selection you find in stores and at the market is meager and overpriced. You can get a good winter coat cheap over there, but take a good pair of lined, waterproof boots with you for winter. Take with you any kitchen tools you can't live without, though now you can get things like a garlic press and can opener. If you're going to take electrical appliances, also take an adapter.

Good medicines are easy to find, just don't be afraid to ask the pharmacist what they recommend for your symptoms. Lasagna noodles and pepperoni were the 2 foods we could never ever find, but most everything else could be either found or approximated. Tupperware, on the other hand, is scarce and expensive. (Continue)

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A reader replied most recently with:

Woman will not hesitate at sleeping with your husband, and if your husband falls to temptation, he will get lucky. Men will try to sleep with USA or UK women, married or unmarried. In my case, the man was successful! Beware of Chisinau married folks! This is a sleezy place driven by a need for a green card, and many times sex is successfully traded for the green card.

A reader replied recently with:

Great report. Thank you for taking the time to share your experiences with others!

alainstallion posted Looking for a tour guid on the Moldova forum:

I'm looking for a fun girl where she spends time with me when I come to Moldova. We can play and go out and you can live with me. waiting for you

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adminee posted Dream vs. Reality of Living in Moldova on the Moldova 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 Moldova in our newest report, Dream vs. Reality: http://www.expatexchange.com/expat/index.cfm?pr=rpt&rid=97

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