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Moving to Doha as a single white female....

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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 02 August 2012 - 17:41

Hello!

I hope everyone is doing just fine. Registered on this forum today...it has lots of great info. I am moving to Doha in September....on my own. It would appear that many of the ladies on here are in Doha with their partners and have children. Are there many women on here that have moved to Doha on their own? If so, would you like to meet up when I get over for a coffee? Also I am looking for 1-2 people to share a villa/compound villa in Westbay or Al Waad areas....anyone know anybody looking for a housemate?

I am a little aprehensive about moving over to Doha on my own....I'm a social animal...and sitting on my own in the evenings with no friends in Doha would not be my idea of fun....so would appreciate any assistane/advice/ introductions people can make for me?!!

Look forward to hearing from some of you.

Lifeisforliving:)

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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 15 September 2012 - 19:02
Hi ellyN87 what area in Doha do you live? I have sent you an email so you now have my email address also full name if you want to look me up on FB. <em>edited by Mustard on 15/09/2012</em>
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 15 September 2012 - 17:45
Hi KatRock, Mustard, Little Spoon and everyone else, I work full time so can't really meet the Ladies group on Sunday but if anyone would like to meet up for a drink or something on Thursday or Friday, my email is ellybabez69 at hotmail dot com. (again its and old email so will reply from my real address) Hope to meet up sometime soon! elly
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 12 September 2012 - 07:23
Hi mustard,I'd be happy to meet up with you for a coffee or a glass of vino!!!! I'm here with my hubby and we have no kids yet,I just went to the city centre wives group on Sunday at jones the grocer for a coffee they hold it every Sunday at 10am its in the gate shopping mall near the city centre mall,you should come along if you can this Sunday,or I can meet you another time if you like,scroll down on this page and you will find my email! Hope your settling in ok ! Thank you for getting back to me. I will definitely come along on sunday I'm in Dubai from tomorrow back on sat. but maybe we could meet next week for a glass of vino.
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 12 September 2012 - 01:19
Hi mustard,I'd be happy to meet up with you for a coffee or a glass of vino!!!! I'm here with my hubby and we have no kids yet,I just went to the city centre wives group on Sunday at jones the grocer for a coffee they hold it every Sunday at 10am its in the gate shopping mall near the city centre mall,you should come along if you can this Sunday,or I can meet you another time if you like,scroll down on this page and you will find my email! Hope your settling in ok !
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 11 September 2012 - 15:29
Hi ladies I've also just moved to Doha I'm not single but as I'm not working or have children I'm finding it hard to meet people, I would love to meet up for coffe/glass of wine. I'm Irish & outgoing and missing the busy social life I had
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 11 September 2012 - 10:59
@halfpatbxl - my email address is in the post below yours if you fancy meeting for coffee one Friday afternoon
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 11 September 2012 - 10:56
RachelA, I'm not single either, but not having kids I have a bit more free time to fill. I know what you mean about activities being scheduled during working hours. I work full-time, but Friday afternoon is prime time for coffee meetings. QPWN is a great group for newcomers. They have a networking meeting on the first Monday evening of every month, and it's always well-attended by interesting ladies who are keen to chat. Highly recommended! halfpatbxt, I actually am here with my family (DH and 1 teenage son) but my DH is away more than he's here, so sometimes I do feel like a single mom. I've been here about 7 1/2 years, which I NEVER imagined would happen since we first came on a 15 month contract. One of the biggest challenges, especially for newcomers, is that so many activities are scheduled during the workday and/or revolve around kids (thinking coffee mornings and school-related functions). Those of us who work full time have a tougher time meeting new people (outside of work of course). Arranging to meet up with people with shared interests and similar schedules makes a world of difference. I assume that any single women who are here are here for their own work, so one thing I can suggest is the Qatar Professional Women's Network (QPWN). They host networking events every month -- of course these are always in the evening, outside of regular working hours! https://www.facebook.com/pages/Qatar-Professional-Womens-Network/300921385237 <em>edited by halfpatbxl on 11/09/2012</em>
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 11 September 2012 - 10:50
ellyN87: I'm not single, but I am looking for ladies to meet up with for a natter and coffee/glass of wine. I work full time so don't have the opportunity to go to coffee mornings that take place during the week, but would love to meet in the evenings or on a Friday. This is an old email address of mine (so if it's bombarded with spam so be it!) amy dot connelly at gmx dot com If you, fancy meeting up send me an email to that address and then I will reply from my real address.
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 10 September 2012 - 19:28
Hi Elly,I'm from Ireland and just joined a group of ladies on Sunday for coffee at jones the grocer,it's in the gate shopping mall if you know it??they meet every Sunday at 10am I'm goin again this Sunday it's a great way of meeting new people!!!let me know if your on fb and I'll send you my details! Kat.
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 10 September 2012 - 19:00
Hi all, Just came across this thread when having a browse ,I just moved to Doha from Scotland on my own and am looking to meet some people out and about. I am outgoing and usually very sociable so keen to find things to do apart from sitting in the Hotel! Would love to meet up with some like-minded ladies for coffee/ bar/ pub type thing! Hope to meet up sometime! Elly
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EW OLDHAND
Latest post on 31 August 2012 - 01:04
halfpatbxt, I actually am here with my family (DH and 1 teenage son) but my DH is away more than he's here, so sometimes I do feel like a single mom. I've been here about 7 1/2 years, which I NEVER imagined would happen since we first came on a 15 month contract. One of the biggest challenges, especially for newcomers, is that so many activities are scheduled during the workday and/or revolve around kids (thinking coffee mornings and school-related functions). Those of us who work full time have a tougher time meeting new people (outside of work of course). Arranging to meet up with people with shared interests and similar schedules makes a world of difference. I assume that any single women who are here are here for their own work, so one thing I can suggest is the Qatar Professional Women's Network (QPWN). They host networking events every month -- of course these are always in the evening, outside of regular working hours! https://www.facebook.com/pages/Qatar-Professional-Womens-Network/300921385237
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 30 August 2012 - 14:09
Hi Rachel, Yeah, I now see what you mean about 'SWF' being rather an odd way to identify oneself (I was just copying from the original post without even thinking). Anyway, we should all stick together as single females in a city packed with families. Have you been in Doha for a long time? Hey Mo, Cool, looking forward to hearing from you when you get here. Have a safe trip.
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EW OLDHAND
Latest post on 27 August 2012 - 23:30
Welcome to all the new arrivals! I totally understand why singles would want to connect with other singles as it is indeed a different day to day life than those who are here with family. And I really get the idea of meeting up with other women -- I've made my share of great friends through EW. But I've got to ask -- why would any of you feel the need to identify your skin color? Strikes me as very odd. <em>edited by RachelA on 27/08/2012</em>
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 27 August 2012 - 20:56
Hello Sam, Would love to meet with you when I get over. I am travelling over around the 13/14 Sept as I start work on the 16. I hope to arrange a coffee whan I arrive, perhaps on the 15th. I will post on here closer to the time with details and hopefully we will be able to meet. Cheers, Mo :)
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 26 August 2012 - 11:50
Hi Mo,and everyone, I'm another SWF in Doha and am keen to expand my social circle with cool like-minded ladies. I'm British, work in PR and have been living in Doha for over a year now. Give me a shout if you'd like to meet for coffee Cheers, Sam :)
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 10 August 2012 - 20:40
Theseus I was at city center last night too! but didn't see this post since I was out all day home hunting! How do communicate other girls here in the forum without compromising personal details? Posting email/mobiles numbers don't seem to be a good idea, why there's no PM option ta the forum? I think we're supposed to organise a formal event or something and they will then post it in the events page. I have just joined a qatarexpats group on facebook.
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 10 August 2012 - 14:49
Theseus I was at city center last night too! but didn't see this post since I was out all day home hunting! How do communicate other girls here in the forum without compromising personal details? Posting email/mobiles numbers don't seem to be a good idea, why there's no PM option ta the forum?
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 09 August 2012 - 18:02
Loloatdoha - I'm going into the city centre tonight if you wanted a coffee. I will be going at about 8. Let me know.
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 07 August 2012 - 22:13
Susel thanks for the accommodation link. Yes, the PM function would greatly assist communications among forum memebrs here. Ladies, I look forward to meeting with you all in Doha. Cheers, Mo x :-)
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 07 August 2012 - 21:53
Shame there is no PM option on here. We could actually arrange something then lol x
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 07 August 2012 - 14:11
check this thread for accommodation: http://www.expatwoman.com/qatar/forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=186403
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 07 August 2012 - 12:17
My pleasure Mo, Theseus let me know whenever you go back to city center for a cup of coffee, I'm also new in town and looking to make new friends, see ya!
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 06 August 2012 - 22:42
Hi Mo So far so good. Work is great, everyone is really friendly. It helped that I knew a few folks before I got here, and my boss and his wife have been so good in looking after me and helping me find my feet. I'm just starting to look for a car to rent so hopefully will be mobile soon. It can be a bit of a pain getting around without wheels, but not too bad. The taxis are good. I've just been to the City Centre Mall to stock up on some food and had a wander around some of the shops too. Can't wait to get to meet more people. I'm also looking at joining some groups. Let me know when you're here and we'll arrange something.
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 06 August 2012 - 21:19
Loloatdoha......thanks a mil for the accommodation link, really appreciate it. Theseus....coffee sounds good....will touch base with you when I get over. How are you all finding life in Doha? Ciao! Mo :-)
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EW EXPERT
Latest post on 05 August 2012 - 19:58
ladies, try and remove your personal emails and numbers, it's not safe to leave them on the board. ;)
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 05 August 2012 - 18:14
Thanks VR it was a meeting point and from there we will head to another place. Anyway tomorrow I need to take care of my RP. I'm definetly open for evenings or weekends also, just let know where and when! Cheers
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 05 August 2012 - 13:25
Hi I just landed on Friday and am a single female. I'd be happy to meet for coffee one evening or weekend. I also work full time.
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 05 August 2012 - 10:41
I'm going for a coffee next Monday at 11:45 am at Jones the Grocer with a couple of girls from New Zealand. I just arrived here 3 weeks ago. Let me know if you want to join us! loloatdoha - Thanks ever so much, I'd love to, but I actually work full time so I'm only free to meet people evenings and weekends. Have a great time!
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Latest post on 04 August 2012 - 22:08
Hi there, just reading through some threads (as I do, as I feel this is such a Fab & informative site!)... Loloatdoha - in your message below you say you are meeting friends for coffee at Jones the Grocers at 11:45 next Monday - Sorry - as it is still Ramadan, you won't be able to get Any coffee in any general public coffee/restaurant place in Doha until evening (apart from some of the 5* hotels (Renaissance, Marriott, W, Ramada, etc)). From the 18th/19th Ramadan will end, and therefore you will have All the choice of coffee houses. Yay, we are now more than half way through Ramadan!
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 04 August 2012 - 21:08
Hi Mo sent you already a message, I found this good luck! http://housing.justlanded.com/en/Qatar/Flatshare/British-Lady-looking-to-Share-apartment