tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6978675934252049570.post44624001692872056..comments2024-03-14T11:01:26.696+05:00Comments on Ersatz Expat: A photo tour of AstanaErsatz Expathttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03715056719284523304noreply@blogger.comBlogger26125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6978675934252049570.post-6312703008100993012020-06-08T11:31:07.371+06:002020-06-08T11:31:07.371+06:00Do you need Finance? Are you looking for Finance? ...Do you need Finance? Are you looking for Finance? Are you looking for finance to enlarge your business? We help individuals and companies to obtain finance for business expanding and to setup a new business ranging any amount. Get finance at affordable interest rate of 3%, Do you need this finance for business and to clear your bills? Then send us an email now for more information contact us now via financialserviceoffer876@gmail.com whats-App +918929509036 ThankAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00001360964405756482noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6978675934252049570.post-47060968624001295912019-04-17T12:40:26.505+06:002019-04-17T12:40:26.505+06:00This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.Jack Johnnyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09933608625883364901noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6978675934252049570.post-69643368184696159952016-05-04T22:33:14.455+06:002016-05-04T22:33:14.455+06:00Dear Dave
You might find a private tutor to teach...Dear Dave<br /><br />You might find a private tutor to teach you while there but you could also do a correspondence course.Ersatz Expathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03715056719284523304noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6978675934252049570.post-91022290966005541332016-04-29T12:21:28.228+06:002016-04-29T12:21:28.228+06:00Hi there also planning to move there from south af...Hi there also planning to move there from south africa. Do you know of a college there too get the tefl qualification?dave sanchez2012https://www.blogger.com/profile/15281461090455212736noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6978675934252049570.post-14677488917293736042015-04-23T21:36:30.596+06:002015-04-23T21:36:30.596+06:00Tanks Phoebe. Astana is an unpopular destination ...Tanks Phoebe. Astana is an unpopular destination for expats but we just fell in love with Kazakhstan and really enjoyed our time in the capital. It will always hold a special place in our hearts. <br />t is a great series isn't it. Such a big world with so many interesting places to explore - if only I could see them all in person!Ersatz Expathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03715056719284523304noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6978675934252049570.post-13863802245143694722015-04-22T15:09:38.727+06:002015-04-22T15:09:38.727+06:00I'm fascinated by the Stans and just loved rea...I'm fascinated by the Stans and just loved reading about Astana. It's amazing there are so many incredible buildings designed by such big names. It must have been an interesting time to live there. That cold is extreme but I do like the idea that it doesn't thaw and refreeze as that makes it ugly and unpredictable. Living with real winter for months would be quite an experience. I love this series of Annabelle's (I participated too a while back) and every now and then pop in for a tour of somewhere I don't know. Phoebe @ Lou Messugohttp://www.loumessugo.com/en/blognoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6978675934252049570.post-15976982260205626222015-03-15T21:58:37.355+06:002015-03-15T21:58:37.355+06:00Thanks - it was a very special place to live.
Thanks - it was a very special place to live.<br />Ersatz Expathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03715056719284523304noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6978675934252049570.post-17216054503212627112015-03-15T06:17:04.253+06:002015-03-15T06:17:04.253+06:00I have never even heard of this place! Thank you ...I have never even heard of this place! Thank you so much for introducing Astana! Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13381442567304991583noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6978675934252049570.post-76411698794267157582014-09-05T13:56:39.187+06:002014-09-05T13:56:39.187+06:00Thank you so much for taking the time to write suc...Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a nice introduction to Astana. I will be coming over for a new work assignment which will last until the end of 2016, and my wife and 5 year old daughter will be joining me. I was hoping to find a nice furnished apartment in the $1,500 to $2,000 per month price range inside the triangle formed by Qabanbay Batyr Ave., Sarayshyq Street and the Left Bank 'boardwalk' along the river. Any suggestions? From Mr. JeffAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6978675934252049570.post-72781113480947205992014-01-01T19:44:34.745+06:002014-01-01T19:44:34.745+06:00Thanks! Are you enjoying your time here. Thanks! Are you enjoying your time here. Ersatz Expathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03715056719284523304noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6978675934252049570.post-9240468129394693542014-01-01T19:43:59.910+06:002014-01-01T19:43:59.910+06:00You won't recognise the city when you get back...You won't recognise the city when you get back. Ersatz Expathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03715056719284523304noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6978675934252049570.post-71385176035366476982013-12-23T14:15:36.869+06:002013-12-23T14:15:36.869+06:00This is a good read. I wish I'd found it befor...This is a good read. I wish I'd found it before I moved here rather than yesterday, two weeks after landing in Astana. Better late than never. SoCal Slavhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13387146109602507757noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6978675934252049570.post-23719709413643260422013-12-12T03:29:32.497+06:002013-12-12T03:29:32.497+06:00I lived in Astana for 2 years...I loved the place,...I lived in Astana for 2 years...I loved the place, the people, the food..Yes, weather is harsh, but one does get use to it very quickly...I left behind lots of friends...hope to return one day soon!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6978675934252049570.post-28375491882997760502013-12-07T21:34:59.114+06:002013-12-07T21:34:59.114+06:00Congratulations - hopefully we will meet up when y...Congratulations - hopefully we will meet up when you come here! You really do get used to the cold, a lot of our friends have come from various places in Africa some even arrived in the middle of winter which must have been a real shock. We all seem to acclimatise pretty quickly but make sure that you put money aside to buy proper outdoor clothes. Good luck with your new adventure.Ersatz Expathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03715056719284523304noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6978675934252049570.post-5497926104221038642013-12-07T21:32:45.310+06:002013-12-07T21:32:45.310+06:00Dear Jody, many thanks for your kind comments. I ...Dear Jody, many thanks for your kind comments. I was very worried about the cold before we came here, I found it very difficult when we lived in Norway. The cold here is mostly dry cold, however, which is easier to deal with than water cold. As long as you have the right gear and respect the temperature it is ok.Ersatz Expathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03715056719284523304noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6978675934252049570.post-77249828155291076212013-12-07T21:31:01.011+06:002013-12-07T21:31:01.011+06:00Oh I should mention that Haileybury fills up fast ...Oh I should mention that Haileybury fills up fast (my husband works there so I know!) so try to get on the registers as quickly as possible if you are interested in a space.Ersatz Expathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03715056719284523304noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6978675934252049570.post-16669160843843207772013-12-07T21:30:05.731+06:002013-12-07T21:30:05.731+06:00Hi Zoe, you will not regret a move here, it is pro...Hi Zoe, you will not regret a move here, it is probably the easiest expat experience I have had and everyone is so friendly and welcoming. The major problems are the cold which you get used to and the isolation, we are a long way from anywhere. That said we are getting more and more direct flights to hub airports now so things are getting easier in that regard.Ersatz Expathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03715056719284523304noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6978675934252049570.post-9657404508148632672013-12-07T21:28:26.918+06:002013-12-07T21:28:26.918+06:00Thanks togamama, we are very lucky.Thanks togamama, we are very lucky.Ersatz Expathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03715056719284523304noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6978675934252049570.post-15998003732418916672013-12-07T21:27:55.828+06:002013-12-07T21:27:55.828+06:00Dear Leanna, it is just a cultural thing, kids sta...Dear Leanna, it is just a cultural thing, kids stay up late in the winter too but stay indoors to play. Kids are not put to bed early.Ersatz Expathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03715056719284523304noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6978675934252049570.post-68459111378195998202013-12-07T21:25:37.448+06:002013-12-07T21:25:37.448+06:00Dear Annabelle, so pleased that you enjoyed the &#...Dear Annabelle, so pleased that you enjoyed the 'tour'. Astana is one of the world's best kept secrets.Ersatz Expathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03715056719284523304noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6978675934252049570.post-79647954677904865202013-12-06T21:41:21.563+06:002013-12-06T21:41:21.563+06:00Thanks for your blog! I accepted a job offer as an...Thanks for your blog! I accepted a job offer as an English teacher in Astana today (after a lot of agonising!) and am now looking forward to experiencing life in Kazakhstan / Astana. I'm from South Africa and am terribly worried about the cold winters - but I suppose everything will work out fine in the end......Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6978675934252049570.post-39931331655921391322013-11-28T01:54:02.089+06:002013-11-28T01:54:02.089+06:00I don't know if I could survive that kind of c...I don't know if I could survive that kind of cold but the indoor beach is absolutely amazing! Your photos are stunning - thank you for sharing your neighborhood and introducing me to another part of the world!Jodyhttp://www.mudhutmama.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6978675934252049570.post-78321919124576071612013-11-16T13:15:58.475+06:002013-11-16T13:15:58.475+06:00Thank you for this excellent round up! I have been...Thank you for this excellent round up! I have been following your blog for a while as we are considering a move in summer 2014 with my work. I'm happy to see things for young children to do as my husband will need to entertain our (currently) one year old while our Reception-age son attends school (hopefully Haileybury). I've been meaning to comment for some time how your blog has brought me around to the idea that Astana would be a fascinating place for us to live! ZoeZoehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02886070769183367231noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6978675934252049570.post-45678681985398212832013-11-16T07:05:22.760+06:002013-11-16T07:05:22.760+06:00Ditto - I hadn't heard of this city before. L...Ditto - I hadn't heard of this city before. Looks like a great place to live for families!yogamamahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02561110304439278085noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6978675934252049570.post-59808767543759295412013-11-15T21:19:34.481+06:002013-11-15T21:19:34.481+06:00I also knew very little about Astana and am so hap...I also knew very little about Astana and am so happy to have this tour. It is amazing how people have adapted to living in such a cold environment. I love the indoor beach! And you mention that children stay up to play until very late at night in the summer. Besides being out of school, is this because the days are very long that time of year? Thank you for showing us your neighborhood!Leanna @ Alldonemonkeyhttp://alldonemonkey.comnoreply@blogger.com