

daviddomoney
British Virgin Islander expat in Malaysia
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Registration: 31 January 2025
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American couple thats been living indonesia for 9 years by Opa steve
We are a retired couple of expats livng in north sulawesi, Indonesia for the last 9 years . We are considering moving to Malaysia. We plan on exploring the country over the next year to decide where. One of the main reasons we are considering ...

Interesting. Which part of Malaysia you were thinking? I am in KL although probably worth looking at Kuching in Sarawak! Read More


We're trying to decide between Pattaya and Chiang Mai by DSieg
American retiree. Lived in Thailand before and taught English for 6-7 years total so I also speak a little Thai. Married a Vietnamese girl in 1995. Thailand left a lasting impression on both of us and now we would rather here than even my wife's ...

@boilsjer Is there public transport from doi saket to Chiang Mai? Sounds ideal if so Read More


Newbie wanting to retire to Thailand by AmandaFlo
Hi allI'm a 68 year old lady, still active (sounds like a dating profile - it isn't!) at the moment.Retried police office and local government officer. I've been retired for coming up to three years.I've contacted a few retirement villages in ...

Where are good alternative to Chiang Mai for mountains? Read More


American couple thats been living indonesia for 9 years by Opa steve
We are a retired couple of expats livng in north sulawesi, Indonesia for the last 9 years . We are considering moving to Malaysia. We plan on exploring the country over the next year to decide where. One of the main reasons we are considering ...

@Opa steve Sounds fantastic is it near Manado? Read More


Move to Jakarta by Sanca Corcor
Hello everyone,I want to move to Jakarta and build my life there, but I need advice and support to make it happen. Indonesia is a country I truly appreciate, and I’m highly motivated to find a job and settle down permanently.I have a security ...

makes sense Read More


Move to Jakarta by Sanca Corcor
Hello everyone,I want to move to Jakarta and build my life there, but I need advice and support to make it happen. Indonesia is a country I truly appreciate, and I’m highly motivated to find a job and settle down permanently.I have a security ...

Yeah seems that is not possible as a security guard though Read More


New members of the Indonesia forum, introduce yourselves here - 2025 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Indonesia forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...

Heard Lake Toba and Bukit Lawang are nice both few hours from Medan! Read More


Move to Jakarta by Sanca Corcor
Hello everyone,I want to move to Jakarta and build my life there, but I need advice and support to make it happen. Indonesia is a country I truly appreciate, and I’m highly motivated to find a job and settle down permanently.I have a security ...

Yes alot Nepalese guards in Malaysia. Maybe more chance in Middle East like Dubai, Qatar? Read More


INDONESIAN EXPATS MEET UP by Don Ong
Hi Guys,i will be arranging a FREE SPONSORED MEET UP with food and drinks on 9th of August 2024Venue: Baan 26 @ Changkat Bukit BintangDate: 9th of AugustTime: 8pm - 11pmEvent: Expanding Indonesia Social NetworkPlease DM to make your reservation. ...

Ah okay thanks Read More


Moving to Miri by Sasa alfaiz
Hi everyone,I am from Indonesia, and my husband is from Iraq. We are planning to move to Miri, Malaysia, and we are looking for a good secondary school for our son. He holds an Indonesian passport.Can anyone recommend good international or private ...

@Opa steve How is life in Sulawesi? Not been but heard Manado is nice? Read More


Moving to Miri by Sasa alfaiz
Hi everyone,I am from Indonesia, and my husband is from Iraq. We are planning to move to Miri, Malaysia, and we are looking for a good secondary school for our son. He holds an Indonesian passport.Can anyone recommend good international or private ...

Interesting, not been Sarawak yeah. Heard Kuching is nice. My wife is from Indonesia, I am from UK we live in KL. Have you looked at Knewton Global Schools in Miri? Seems to have good reviews. Read More


Who is currently living in the Sungai Petani, Alor Setar or Penang ? by mlhtfh
We are currently looking into a move to Malaysia. We spent 3 months there this past year. My husband is originally from Malaysia, and we had an amazing time visiting with family and old friends. Love the food and the people. We are trying to ...

Interesting - many foreigners in Sungai Petani? Heard Butterworth and Kulim are upcoming? Read More


Move to Jakarta by Sanca Corcor
Hello everyone,I want to move to Jakarta and build my life there, but I need advice and support to make it happen. Indonesia is a country I truly appreciate, and I’m highly motivated to find a job and settle down permanently.I have a security ...

Ah okay yeah sure thing. Kuala Lumpur Malaysia the most likely then. Read More


Retirement in Yogyakarta by daviddomoney
Hi All,Dave here from UK, living in Malaysia my wife is from East Java. However, she lived 25 years overseas, so she does not know too well about best places.I was wondering of any recommendations of areas nearby (maybe 30mins - 1 hour) from ...

Sure thing thanks. By any chance do you know of any areas in the mountains near Malang other than Batu? Heard Batu getting too busy these days. Read More


Can LA's tragedy become a boom for Bali? by Ubudian
All readers of this forum are undoubtedly aware of the horrific tragedy in southern California, specifically the Los Angeles area which is still ongoing.Some of our contacts and friends in that area have brought an interesting aspect of this tragedy ...

Maybe Candidasa and Lovina are good options for "the real Bali"? Not sure it still exists but closest thing too it I guess and be pleasant and not so busy. Not been those areas yet but would like to check them out. Read More