Nervous about moving to Chennai

SAHM · Jul 23rd, 2008, 07:28

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Originally Posted by bully64

Thanks again, that information really helps....not sure if my wife will be convinced though. I'm still getting to grips on how much research needs to be done before making a decision on moving out to Chennai. I'm coming round to the idea of going ahead for 6 months or so before my wife and kids come out, at least that way i'll be a bit more 'street wise'.

Our company offers a one-week househunting trip for the spouse and employee, before they move. Although it's not considered good for your career, it's not unheard of for a couple to decide not to move abroad after they have seen the place they've (tentatively) agreed to move.

bully64 · Jul 23rd, 2008, 07:51

What area would you recommend living that is reasonably close to the AI school? I'd be looking for a dwelling with 3 bedrooms, what sort of rent would be expected for that size? I realise it depends on the location but ball park figures would be okay. (I cuurently don't know what my company is going to offer in terms of a housing allowance) Also, if in the area of the school how far/long would be the commute to Oragadam?

ranjith010 · Jul 23rd, 2008, 13:35

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Originally Posted by Nick-H

Ranjith, she is only telling what she has seen and experienced, which is what this board is about. Indeed she lives far out of Chennai, and put her snake sighting in that context.

I thought this thread was dealing with moving in to chennai. Not moving out of chennai.

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Originally Posted by Nick-H

Please read more carefuly what people say before you attack it.

OK!

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Originally Posted by Nick-H

Rubbish.

In fact, verging on racist rubbish.

I dont even know to act that way. She knows its true.

mirjamd · Jul 27th, 2008, 02:45

Im sorry Ranjith, but it was rubbish. A lot of expats DO live in the city, and because we like it. Of course we stand out, but that doesn't mean that we go and hide on ECR because of that.

To the OP, I would also consider the weather while making your choice. Chennai gets very hot and humid most of the year (except December, January and February), and it is never cold. Some people find it hard to adjust to that. There are others who have gotten used to it (I am in Europe now, and find even 20 degrees a little chilly, to my own, and family's surprise...)

Good luck in making the decision.

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Jul 23rd, 2008, 07:51	#17
bully64 Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: UK Posts: 6	What area would you recommend living that is reasonably close to the AI school? I'd be looking for a dwelling with 3 bedrooms, what sort of rent would be expected for that size? I realise it depends on the location but ball park figures would be okay. (I cuurently don't know what my company is going to offer in terms of a housing allowance) Also, if in the area of the school how far/long would be the commute to Oragadam?

Jul 27th, 2008, 02:45	#19
mirjamd Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Chennai Posts: 265	Im sorry Ranjith, but it was rubbish. A lot of expats DO live in the city, and because we like it. Of course we stand out, but that doesn't mean that we go and hide on ECR because of that. To the OP, I would also consider the weather while making your choice. Chennai gets very hot and humid most of the year (except December, January and February), and it is never cold. Some people find it hard to adjust to that. There are others who have gotten used to it (I am in Europe now, and find even 20 degrees a little chilly, to my own, and family's surprise...) Good luck in making the decision.

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