[berryplucker]

Originally Posted by Leanne

but it is not enjoyable life, i have to tell you, esp if you want to mingle with the expats)

"Mingling" is that what you youngsters call it nowadays?

But as Leanne can attest, one trick is to find some kind soul with a spare room who will let you stay in it for free for a month or so while you find your way around...