@les64
American expat in Cambodia
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About me
American
Lives in sihanoukville
Registration: 15 June 2014
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1 hr in Quito attempted pickpocket,
My wife and I just arrived 1 hr, we were riding the Trolley bus, 2 pm. We were standing. It was not jammed full but no seats. A man and woman got on but pretended not to be together. Woman, overweight 40's, got on cell phone and slowly worked ... Read More
Foreign Marriages in Cambodia by GuestPoster416
I visited Phnom Penh for the first time in November 2013 to do some research on the legality of the Government's decision in March 2011 to ban foreign men over 50 from marrying Cambodian women. I was there for a week and couldn't speak ...
That's not going to work as he does not speak Khmer. Just be thankful you never "married" into this family but unfortunately most are the same and will try and get every penny from you after you are together. Read More
Foreign Marriages in Cambodia by GuestPoster416
I visited Phnom Penh for the first time in November 2013 to do some research on the legality of the Government's decision in March 2011 to ban foreign men over 50 from marrying Cambodian women. I was there for a week and couldn't speak ...
Well I am lost. The document maybe genuine but that does not make it legal, reference Mr Crawford's comments above. I have been in a committed relationship for 11 years now, but cannot get married. I fail to understand how you could have got ... Read More
Building outside of Loja by aerialone
I am considering buying a larger parcel of land 15 min. south of Loja to build a place for my family to live. I appreciate any advice or precautions and wonder if anyone can recommend a trustworthy adviser that I might consult before making any ...
Please take the advice of cccmedia I am a retired engineer who has helped out many many people such as yourself who got into trouble because the builder was either : 1, Under qualified or exaggerated qualifications. 2, Losing money because his ... Read More
She Made Almost Every Mistake in the Book & Still Built Her Spa Resort by cccmedia
Back in the 90's, Phyllis Cooper of the U.S.A. trusted her instincts and started buying cornfields and forested land near Cotacachi on her visits to Ecuador. It wasn't corn that Phyllis wanted to grow on the 12 acres she put together. She ...
I have lived in Cambodia for many years. I sounds like an exaggeration but several $ million have been swindled in just the same way from foreigners in just my town alone in the past 10 years. There the judicial system is also corrupt so you have ... Read More
Foreign Marriages in Cambodia by GuestPoster416
I visited Phnom Penh for the first time in November 2013 to do some research on the legality of the Government's decision in March 2011 to ban foreign men over 50 from marrying Cambodian women. I was there for a week and couldn't speak ...
Fraud. Welcome to SCAMBODIA. Read More
kmer language by Thierryurigapp
hi whats the best and most practical way to learn kmer?
I speak it. Took 3 months to be able to be understand basic stuff. Took me about 2 years to have confidence and really understand everything when people spoke quickly. Carry a small book and write phonetically all words you hear in your basic ... Read More
how to get money quick , besides atm method ... easy way by Wimbleton
If you need cash quickly you proceed to Canadia bank on second floor with a credit card ( visa and MasterCard ) ... Not American Express ..... U need a passport , and telephone # Anything 2000. Us and no paperwork detail ... after 2000 and up ...
This exact same thing happened to me. Conclusion was that a crooked employee was involved. In my case the money was deducted from my account. But my bank back home told me NEVER NEVER USE AN ATM THAY IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE BANK. Apparently world ... Read More
Next time it could be you! by PaulaMike
I am warning people about the dangers of bag snatching around the Russian Market area. On Friday evening around 8pm whilst walking with my husband, 2 guys on a moto attempted to snatch my bag. The guy on the back grabbed it but it stayed around my ...
All good advice. I have lived in Sihanoukville 11 years now. Used be a much nicer city, now with the tourists popularity have come the villans. Recently my wife and I witnessed a bag snatch (lady) only 10 yards in front of us. We later found out it ... Read More
Any Cambodians living in Ecuador?
We are new in Equador, my wife is Cambodian but does not read or speak either English or Spanish. If there are any Cambodians living in Equador she would love to meet you and converse about life in Equador. Please email me. Thanks. Read More
Anyone know a good orthopedist by les64
Shortly before we started travelling approx 6 months ago my wife was involved in an vehicle accident and apart from bruises we thought she was ok. During the past months however she has been suffering increasing pain in one thigh and a lower back ...
Thanks AMDG. For clarity: After my wife had her accident she complained about pain in her hip and also a pair of vertebrae about 8" above her waistline. We assume it was bruising and assumed time would heal. Since then (approx 6 months ago) ... Read More
Rentals wanted in different locations by les64
My wife and I arrive in Guayaquil on 6th Dec and staying in Equador for 3 months in anticipation of retiring there. We are hoping to find an apartment, casita, homestay or similar at monthly rate. We plan to stay in Guayaquil for the month of ...
Hi Crestwood, I think it very likely that we will be coming to Canoa area. We are going to take the advice of previous posts and visit Guayaquil but not stay long then head along the coast. We anticipate being in the area mid December (probably ... Read More
Anyone know a good orthopedist by les64
Shortly before we started travelling approx 6 months ago my wife was involved in an vehicle accident and apart from bruises we thought she was ok. During the past months however she has been suffering increasing pain in one thigh and a lower back ...
Birdmama, thank you so much for your advice. I had to look on the internet for what a neurosurgeon does and I think you are probably correct. I will pursue finding one. If any readers know of one in Ecuador please let me know. Thanks Read More
Safety in Quito by blumenwe
My husband and I will be spending 2 months in Quito, and exploring Ecuador. I understand safety can be an issue. I am looking for tips on what to watch out for, what areas to stay away from, scams to be aware of. I do know about a few of the ...
FYI. This experience happened to be Panama about 1 month ago, probably could happen in Equador too. I want everyone to be aware. I went an ATM machind, did usual stuff and asked for $500, the machine gave me nothing. I thought had asked for too ... Read More
Anyone know a good orthopedist by les64
Shortly before we started travelling approx 6 months ago my wife was involved in an vehicle accident and apart from bruises we thought she was ok. During the past months however she has been suffering increasing pain in one thigh and a lower back ...
Yes the doc would have to speak English. Thanks Read More