American staying in Almaty, Kazakhstan

Welcome on board Kristal!

Are you currently working? Will you tring to find a job in Kazakhstan?

The unfortunate thing about this country is that we don't often hear about it. Is there any english-speaking news website that we could consult to find out how is life over there?

Take care,

Julien

Hi Julian.

  Try expat.nursat.kz for information on Kazakhstan.  It has helped me.  I have found restaurants and pubs where other English speaking people go.

  I am not looking for a job.  I am learning to be a housewife, with my main goal of learning to speak Russian.  This will help greatly with day to day life.  Thank you.   Kristal

Thanks for the link Kristal!

I am not looking for a job.  I am learning to be a housewife, with my main goal of learning to speak Russian.  This will help greatly with day to day life.

I realized you already answered my question when I read your other posts

I wish you the best,

Julien

Just checking in...

I am an American from North Carolina who is going to be moving to Kazakhstan to live and work in Almaty.

I am interested in anything anyone can contribute here with respect to food and markets.

Thanks,
M

I am on my way to Almaty and would like to know a few things if you don't mind..

What's the housing like? Is it all apartments or houses?  What sqare footage is average for a family dwelling?

Driving or drivers?
Maids?
Beauty salons, clothing, food (shopping in general)
What products/supplies would you stock up on if you could before coming to Almaty?
What is cheap there?
What is expensive?
High speed internet?

anything you can offer, i would appreciate greatly!