Making the move

jpking89
By jpking89

So, I took the job in Doha, and will be coming to teach for 12 months. I now have a couple of questions. Mainly anything I should make sure I bring with me (apart from real obvious things), possibly things I may struggle to get in Doha or that may be a lot more expensive? Any general info/advice? and where should i look for meeting people/socialising once i have settled in. Thanks guys, maybe see you soon!

By dudboyseller• 30 Aug 2012 17:37
dudboyseller

bring along your car and your flat cause, you may be able to find a good car after a while but a flat/aapartments are a bit expensive so bring your flat, lol

By jpking89• 30 Aug 2012 17:17
jpking89

I have been shopping for clothes today, as I believe they can be a little more expensive out there? I do not take any medicines really but should I looks to get vaccinations before I make the move? so last minute its unbelievable. By the sounds of it, I can get most things out there, so I am looking forward to making the move.

By Formatted Soul• 30 Aug 2012 14:04
Formatted Soul

Prism...thats only old white preys with a pot belly and a villa for himself..loooool

By ydlov12• 30 Aug 2012 11:09
ydlov12

Elaborate else endure an endless debate.

By Prism• 30 Aug 2012 10:52
Prism

I dont think white preys mind being the prey...:)

Hope someone from your part of the world can help you on this thread or else just run a search, almost all the info would be there.

By Baburao-Ganpatrao-Apte• 30 Aug 2012 10:35
Baburao-Ganpatrao-Apte

ok so ?

By anonymous• 30 Aug 2012 10:28
Rating: 4/5
anonymous

Outside is not Qatar. In Qatar there is no professional stuff. It's either Made in China or, if it's available, it costs ten times more than in the world market!

By Baburao-Ganpatrao-Apte• 30 Aug 2012 10:22
Baburao-Ganpatrao-Apte

coz u can get it from outside :P

By anonymous• 30 Aug 2012 10:19
anonymous

That's what I said: you won't get any professional stuff here!

By Baburao-Ganpatrao-Apte• 30 Aug 2012 10:18
Baburao-Ganpatrao-Apte

LOL FS

By Formatted Soul• 30 Aug 2012 09:16
Formatted Soul

LP we are talking about Ordinary people with ordinary requirements..

By anonymous• 30 Aug 2012 09:03
Rating: 3/5
anonymous

You get almost nothing here. I tried to find fretwire for my Adamas guitar. Not available. Ordered it from the US. I tried to get an HD capture card for my PC. Not available, ordered it from Australia. I tried to get an HD satellite receiver PCIexpress card. Not available, ordered it from Germany. If you need professional gear you are fukced in Qatar!

By Formatted Soul• 30 Aug 2012 08:34
Rating: 4/5
Formatted Soul

You get almost everything here.. no need to worry.. don’t pack any winter clothes..maybe couple of light jackets.. winter is very mild compared to Uk.

If you are taking some medicines its better to bring it as you may not find the same brand ....same applies for any particular brand of toiletries.

Other than work mates, it takes time to make friends here …be active on QL, you will find like minded people…If its your first time in the Middle east.. please be little cautious about over friendly girls from a particular country…they are just waiting for a white prey..lol

By anonymous• 30 Aug 2012 08:27
anonymous

I have tried to catalog my wife's and my experiences of moving here at http://waggingthedog.wordpress.com/category/qatar/

Please let me know if it helps.

By anonymous• 30 Aug 2012 08:17
anonymous

You won't get any professional stuff in Qatar whatever it may be.

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