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Some I've found, but could not really take full advantage of, are: www.seoulclub.org (a language/events club), www.adventurekorea.com (an event/language club) and www.ccck.org (Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Korea). Bar-hopping in Itaewon (especially during a Rugby or Football/Soccer game) is sure to turn up many, many expats from all over the globe. For those who prefer more Godly gatherings there is the (reputed) largest church in the world in Yeoido, where I live, that has a congregation of something like 700,000 as of a couple of years ago--traffic is pretty brutal on Sunday as many are bussed in for the SIX packed services throughout the day. (Read More) SPONSOR: US Global Mail Services Your very own U.S. mailing address: a suite, box, apartment, department, or office in the United States. View incoming mail in real-time and customize each shipment by carrier, speed, and price. Let us combine your items and save even more money. 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For a copy of our Media Kit & Advertising Rate Card, please click here or e-mail us at advertising@expatexchange.com. Is your company listed in our Resource Guide? Click here to add your listing. View All Job Listings | Add Listing (15 day free trial period) Webmaster / Real Estate Professional Wanted View Details (Telecommute) German / Dutch / English speaking View Details European Home Retail Plc. (Multiple Locations) Sign Up Here for our bi-weekly Job & Classified Update e-mail to receive new job listings and classifieds by e-mail. Deciding Where to Live in Your New Country View Full Article By Isabel Reis, Triplicado Portugal Relocation When beginning a home search in an unfamiliar city or country do not have preconceived ideas of where you want to live before you have had a thorough look at the areas where suitable housing is to be found. Once having undertaken the preliminary search investigate the local traffic situation, commuting time, availability of housing, proximity to schools, shops, etc... And, listen to the advice of people already living in the area -- be open to their suggestions. You may arrive with the idea that you would like to be a five minute walk from your office. However, this is often not possible if you prefer a quiet location with the availability of a large garden and your office is located in a city center. It would be a good idea to remain open to the possibility of a short commute to ensure you are happy at home. Listen to local advice; what may appear to be a long trip may not be once you learn all of the short-cuts and local roads. 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View All Events | Add Event Indian Classical music in the Himalayas Sonapani (03/24 - 03/26) - Soulitudes presents sitar player and Echo prize winner Gaurav Mazumdar at Himlayan Village. The concert will bring in the Hindu New Year with sunrise and candlelight concerts. (Full Details) Stageplay by Young Performing Artists group called MISFIT in Bangalore Bangalore (03/24 - 03/25) - A new and Brilliant Stageplay by the Young Performing Artists group called MISFIT (My Interest Stays Firmly In Theartre) in Bangalore. The plays are "Scripted" by the artists themselfs. Its 2 plays in one play.... so you will get 3 plays for the price of one !!! (Full Details) You're invited to promote local expat events to other ExpatExchange.com members. Click here to add a local event. Living Overseas International Schools in Accra, Ghana Q: Can anyone give me some first-hand information about international schools in Accra? We will be moving from the U.S. this summer for a 2-year posting and are considering enrolling our 15-year old in either Lincoln Community School or Ghana International School. We like LCS for it's IB program, but it sounds as if many expats prefer GIS. Any info. would be appreciated. Thanks. United Arab Emirates Is AED 24,000/monthly good money in Dubai? Q: My husband is being offered a position in engineering/construction in Dubai. His package includes AED 24,000 monthly. Can this be considered good money and can we save from it once we pay for living - we are a family of 4, my husband myself and two kids -- 4 and 1 years old. Would appreciate any information on the above. Actually we live in Toronto and we may move in Dubai in summer of this year. Thanks Spain Can I trust Property Management Agencies? Q: Hi all, I am currently looking at buying a second property as a buy-to-let investment. 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