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| Re: Nigerian Students In The Uk How Do You Survive? by Bambamzzzz: 7:14pm On Sep 04, 2014 |
spikesC: i cant pay all those price am seeing for December return and my coming back in december is still under maybe |
| Re: Nigerian Students In The Uk How Do You Survive? by TeamclicksAir: 9:13pm On Sep 04, 2014 |
Bambamzzzz: My oga's in the house, i saw an iberia airline one way ticket for 135k is it okay for me to buy because of these people at the POE? because its just 1 hour stop over in spainif your program is over a year then you can book one-way, however if anything less then you need a return. you might be able to cancel and get your funds back or extend for a fee. HudsonBanks:Royal maroc is no different and its worse for tall people. koks2000: |
| Re: Nigerian Students In The Uk How Do You Survive? by Bambamzzzz: 10:44pm On Sep 04, 2014 |
TeamclicksAir: if your program is over a year then you can book one-way, however if anything less then you need a return. you might be able to cancel and get your funds back or extend for a fee. My school start date is sep 15th and end date is oct 20 2015 |
| Re: Nigerian Students In The Uk How Do You Survive? by HudsonBanks(m): 11:45pm On Sep 04, 2014 |
TeamclicksAir: if your program is over a year then you can book one-way, however if anything less then you need a return. you might be able to cancel and get your funds back or extend for a fee.Ah that's the end of Maroc for me then  , I value my leg room cos I'm over 6ft+. But the price for one way tho  |
| Re: Nigerian Students In The Uk How Do You Survive? by spikesC(m): 1:46am On Sep 05, 2014 |
HudsonBanks: Am 6ft 3, didn't feel a thing. 1 Like |
| Re: Nigerian Students In The Uk How Do You Survive? by HudsonBanks(m): 2:36am On Sep 05, 2014 |
spikesC: My chief to the rescue again!  Wonderful! First we had same affinity for women with beautiful legs, now we are exactly same height! Ah no oo I must track you once I land England  |
| Re: Nigerian Students In The Uk How Do You Survive? by spikesC(m): 2:58am On Sep 05, 2014 |
HudsonBanks: That is, if you make it out of Casablanca |
| Re: Nigerian Students In The Uk How Do You Survive? by ochukoccna: 10:17am On Sep 05, 2014 |
spikesC: Lets go to Mobile Anyone has fresh insights about this question as regards the best mobile network bundle price-wise for Naija bound calls apart from Lyca, Lebara or Vectone? Preferably one that has data in the package Lebara offers Freedom Pass but no thank you  |
| Re: Nigerian Students In The Uk How Do You Survive? by TeamclicksAir: 10:00pm On Sep 05, 2014 |
HudsonBanks:where are you going |
| Re: Nigerian Students In The Uk How Do You Survive? by TeamclicksAir: 10:03pm On Sep 05, 2014 |
Bambamzzzz:Get one way spikesC: someones leg gonna be roasted |
| Re: Nigerian Students In The Uk How Do You Survive? by spikesC(m): 10:28pm On Sep 05, 2014 |
TeamclicksAir: lol...but am serious, i didn't feel a thing. Maybe it was the actually plane we took. |
| Re: Nigerian Students In The Uk How Do You Survive? by HudsonBanks(m): 12:59am On Sep 06, 2014 |
spikesC: Na to use scarf tie my eyes so I fit make am to UK man! 1 Like |
| Re: Nigerian Students In The Uk How Do You Survive? by HudsonBanks(m): 1:01am On Sep 06, 2014 |
TeamclicksAir: where are you going Final destination is Guildford, Surrey. But I'm stopping at London for a couple of days to unwind.  |
| Re: Nigerian Students In The Uk How Do You Survive? by TeamclicksAir: 7:15am On Sep 06, 2014 |
HudsonBanks:Cool you can catch a train from london to Guildford after your jollificationsss. lagos to london via Royal (Molue) Maroc is 69k while via my sweet Qatar is 71k. i would choose Qatar anyday 2 Likes |
| Re: Nigerian Students In The Uk How Do You Survive? by esosa4real(m): 11:03am On Sep 06, 2014 |
Hey guys, am a freshly grad doctor visiting uk on wedsday for a medical conference (not a student). I would be staying for 2weeks, however have some questions that I know only Ona, the Omo naija uk based students fit answer. 1. The conference is n Norwich but I would be arriving Manchester first to drop my luggage at cousins house. How do I get to norwich from manchester? Train or bus and which is cheap? Can I book online? 2. For my two weeks stay, which mobile network should I use with internet available too 3. Apart from old trafford theatre of dreams which I am planning, any other worthy tourist sites in manchester that I MUST visit? 4. I am a first timer uk and I hear things are expensive. Biko putting that into consideration, where can I buy cheap stuffs (clothes, accessories, gadgets). 5. I am planning buying controllers for my ps3 via ebay, but wondering if I can get used n cheap ones to buy physically in manchester. 6. For the conference in Norwich, abeg any Nigerians on this thread living in norwich?? Let's hookup o cos my conference go jux dry. 7. I ve booked hotel for my stay in norwich, it's N23k for two nights! Is it okay? Or there could be cheaper? Thanks yall while I await your help n replies, God bless 1 Like |
| Re: Nigerian Students In The Uk How Do You Survive? by worry359(m): 12:36pm On Sep 06, 2014 |
esosa4real: Hey guys, am a freshly grad doctor visiting uk on wedsday for a medical conference (not a student). I would be staying for 2weeks, however have some questions that I know only Ona, the Omo naija uk based students fit answer. From Manchester you can either get a train or bus without problems. Bus will be cheaper but take longer Look for "National Express"busses Train can be quite expensive but you can check on line, Google "booking train tickets" You might need to get Taxi to your final destination. Don't know about mobiles. Just looking around Manchester will fill your hours. There will be plenty of shops and markets in Manchester selling goods. |
| Re: Nigerian Students In The Uk How Do You Survive? by Cavenchy(m): 4:38pm On Sep 06, 2014 |
esosa4real: Hey guys, am a freshly grad doctor visiting uk on wedsday for a medical conference (not a student). I would be staying for 2weeks, however have some questions that I know only Ona, the Omo naija uk based students fit answer. A warm welcome to Uk. 1. For transit between Manchester and Norwich, u could ask your cousin for first hand tips, depends on your budget. There is of course, Mega Bus(unreasonably inexpensive) u'lld have to book in advance though. But I'lld say a Train's gonna give u a better feel for a first timer. Although that usually means you'lld sometimes have to network trains, so keep an eye on the sliding led display and the 'next-stop' voice prompt to know what stop u'lld be getting off at. 2. If you're looking to spend a short time in the Uk, don't get a contract line. Lebara or Lyca mobile are effective for pay as you go rates especially if u plan to call folks back home. 3. Manchester is a mega city with a visible presence. Be sure to visit Trafford Center Mall when u're done with Old Trafford Manchester Utd Museum Tour. Loads of cool stuff to see and buy for your folks back home. Picadilly Center Mall as well (Them Prices tho??). Well you'lld be spoiled for choice, so check Travelmate for places to visit. If you find the time, a couple of hours should get you to London via train where u'lld get some eye experience. 4. Did someone say Poundshop already? Ok dunno much about where to get cheap clothes and electronics though(Argos perhaps). Almost everything we buy is online. It gets delivered straight to your doorsteps. 5. Search Cash Converters online and find out if they have a branch in your city. (Norwich or Manchester). 6. .......No idea..... 7. Well, you've booked one already. |
| Re: Nigerian Students In The Uk How Do You Survive? by ochukoccna: 12:10am On Sep 07, 2014 |
@ cavenchy, do you shop for your clothes @ Argos? That is so lame man @ esosa4real,add Vectone to your list for mobile network list Look up all the networks suggested to you online and do your research from Naija If your cousin has supplied his address, you can order a free SIM to be delivered there waiting for you before you arrive or buy at the airport On clothing if you want mass production dress ( but cheap and of good quality) check out Primark If your aim is dress that stand out (yet still with reasonable prices) visit a TKMaxx store  You might also pay Sports Direct a visit though they do more of casual and sportswear You can book online for trains but know that the nearer the time for your journey that you book, the more expensive is the train Same goes for buses but trains are faster If you already know your itinerary, you can book from Naija or tell your cousin to help you purchase the ticket and reimburse him when you arrive Poundland, Pound Stretcher, Lidl, Curry's PC World, and Aldi along with some names dropped for you by cavenchy are places you can get different things ranging from games to accessories Amazon and Aldi can also help but deliveries take about 3-4 working days minimum Other stores abound, just shine your eyes The way the UK is built, their cities and towns have major shopping hubs and axis Ask your hosts or the hotel staff but most of all have a tablet or good phone that can support browsing on the go Goggle maps might come in handy to help you trace out postcodes  1 Like |
| Re: Nigerian Students In The Uk How Do You Survive? by ochukoccna: 12:13am On Sep 07, 2014 |
^^^ Also keep your receipts n case you want to return items or claim back the VAT paid when you are leaving the UK seeing most prices have a 20% VAT charge on them |
| Re: Nigerian Students In The Uk How Do You Survive? by GeneralShepherd(m): 10:10am On Sep 07, 2014 |
ochukoccna: ^^^ Are students exempted from vat? |
| Re: Nigerian Students In The Uk How Do You Survive? by ochukoccna: 1:34pm On Sep 07, 2014 |
GeneralShepherd: Choi see Naija guy U no wan make mama Charles chop your money I've had info which made me stack up my receipts initially (some saying you have 6 months after your purchase to claim back the VAT) but after critically analysing the info I've gotten, its a NO! Check it, Tier 4 visas are exempt from council tax, you have NHS access etc which basically points that you are entitled to rights visitors do not have access to Or does those more steeped in the knowledge of British life have contrary opinions?  1 Like |
| Re: Nigerian Students In The Uk How Do You Survive? by Cavenchy(m): 1:36pm On Sep 07, 2014 |
Ochukoccna, silly you You know I was refering to the 'electronics' part of that sentence, *brackets*. Unless of course you studied English language at the Pounduni you established? |
| Re: Nigerian Students In The Uk How Do You Survive? by justwise(m): 1:51pm On Sep 07, 2014 |
ochukoccna: You are on point. No VAT exemption. |
| Re: Nigerian Students In The Uk How Do You Survive? by FutureDon(m): 3:05pm On Sep 07, 2014 |
TeamclicksAir: Cool you can catch a train from london to Guildford after your jollificationsss. I agree If anyone is looking for a DECENT flight at a very cheap rate, always consider Qatar Airways. |
| Re: Nigerian Students In The Uk How Do You Survive? by esosa4real(m): 4:46pm On Sep 07, 2014 |
Thanks yall for the advices! I would get back to you if I have any questions! |
| Re: Nigerian Students In The Uk How Do You Survive? by Nobody: 6:19pm On Sep 08, 2014 |
I got to London okay yesterday..(I thank God) I used BA I already know I am going to enjoy my stay here Okay, I took the wrong baggage(suitcase) yesterday I found out late at night Took back the box today, and got my own....they were efficient with baggage retreival, those BA people...took maybe 10minutes My stomach was in knots all night Wondering what the poor lady I took her box was going thru, if she was landing or in transit, etc Also wondering if my perfumes, clothes, shoes were going to be safe (hides) Well...the wrong suitcase is in the right place now Cheers @ all 3 Likes |
| Re: Nigerian Students In The Uk How Do You Survive? by DisGuy: 8:31pm On Sep 08, 2014 |
Y'all welcome to the final days of summer...better enjoy the daylights, for soon.... |
| Re: Nigerian Students In The Uk How Do You Survive? by GeneralShepherd(m): 5:52am On Sep 09, 2014 |
Good morning folks, please how do I get to ikeja vfs from mile2 |
| Re: Nigerian Students In The Uk How Do You Survive? by TeamclicksAir: 9:11am On Sep 09, 2014 |
GeneralShepherd: Good morning folks, please how do I get to ikeja vfs from mile2take a bus to oshodi, from there board a bus going to ikeja (ask at oshodi where the buses are parked). take another to oregun. then board keke to vfs. Note they wont allow you take your bag inside. so just take the docs you need with you. |
| Re: Nigerian Students In The Uk How Do You Survive? by GeneralShepherd(m): 9:13am On Sep 09, 2014 |
TeamclicksAir: Thank you |
| Re: Nigerian Students In The Uk How Do You Survive? by sukber: 10:00am On Sep 09, 2014 |
GeneralShepherd: Good morning folks, please how do I get to ikeja vfs from mile2Take a bus going to Oshodi, at Oshodi take anoda bus to Ojota. Cross to d oda syd of d road, carry keke Marwa. Tell d rider u are going to VFS ikeja. Shikena |
| Re: Nigerian Students In The Uk How Do You Survive? by GeneralShepherd(m): 10:04am On Sep 09, 2014 |
sukber: Thanks bro |
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