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Travel › Re: I Have Lived in (or Visited) over 30 Countries. Ask Me Almost Anything (+ Pics) by ramalot(op): 4:49pm On Dec 25, 2022

Nwanna2588:
As a teacher looking up to the advertised UK teacher work, how should I prepare for it?

No idea. I believe there's a different thread discussing this

Travel › Re: I Have Lived in (or Visited) over 30 Countries. Ask Me Almost Anything (+ Pics) by ramalot(op): 4:47pm On Dec 25, 2022

dyera:
Which parts of the US is best, especially as far as safety goes. I saw what you said about Chicago neighborhoods. That's the bad, which is the good and which is the best.

That's a more complex question than it might seem, as the US is a very large country. The easier way to approach it is at a city and neighborhood level.

Whatever state you consider, you have to look into the crime rates of each city. Even at that, some neighborhoods in most cities are either good, ok or bad. NYC has its safe, ok and terrible areas. So does Miami, Atlanta etc. Even Chicago has good and safe neighborhoods, as most of the violent crime is concentrated in the South Side of Chicago.

If you're a multi-millionaire though, feel free to buy property in Hollywood Hills and move in next door to the stars cheesy

Travel › Re: I Have Lived in (or Visited) over 30 Countries. Ask Me Almost Anything (+ Pics) by ramalot(op): 4:25pm On Dec 25, 2022

bepositive11:
After you get married, where will you settle down and raise your kids? And why?

In the US. The US has it's faults, but it's where I'd rather be. Haven't found a different place that's worth the trouble of going the residency route.

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Travel › Re: I Have Lived in (or Visited) over 30 Countries. Ask Me Almost Anything (+ Pics) by ramalot(op): 4:13pm On Dec 25, 2022

dyera:
What was your experience like in Japan. What was the difference between Fukuoka and Osaka, which do you think is better for foreigner?

I said in the post that I never actually made it to Japan.

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Travel › Re: I Have Lived in (or Visited) over 30 Countries. Ask Me Almost Anything (+ Pics) by ramalot(op): 4:12pm On Dec 25, 2022

ferhyntorlah:
Justwise,
Cc: ramalot

If you're the one that moved this thread to front page, please I beg you, don't do it for subsequent educative threads again.

Immediately I saw it had reached 8 pages, I just knew front page happened and would contain all manner of unpleasant, ignorant and annoying posts.

Can you just imagine this comment? If only his likes know the wealth they can earn digitally.
Please leave such threads in their home section for them to be discovered by those who need them.

Ramalot, please don't be surprised at the sudden ignorant comments you nuts have read. It's as a result of your thread being moved to the front page for all and sundry to see.

Once a lovely thread like yours hits front page, expect all manner of comments.

Haha, I know how that goes. I was hoping it won't get moved to the home page, just to keep the thread on topic, but it's all good. It's not as bad as some threads get. It's still relatively on topic and salvageable.

And for the passport pic, it had zero personally identifiable information. Just booklet fronts that could be anybody's.

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Travel › Re: I Have Lived in (or Visited) over 30 Countries. Ask Me Almost Anything (+ Pics) by ramalot(op): 3:58pm On Dec 25, 2022

Itzteewhy:
I really love your assertion. However I would opined that it's not as easy as you think. Like I myself, I really have the passion and enthusiasm to venture in to the tech realm. It is my believe that digital skills is the new vogue.

Unfortunately, you gat to start somewhere, like in my case getting a Laptop. Heck I don't even have the means of getting one talk more of kick-starting this journey.

All in all, I believe when there is will there is hope. Later or sooner I would get there someday.

And to everyone that's thinking of what to do to earn a living, To me having a digital skills is the best thing that would to anyone. There is tremendous opportunity one can avail himself with.

Nothing in life worth having or doing is easy. Yes, you have to start somewhere. Even if that means hunting down the last existing cybercafe in your city, to get it done. Even if it means searching for a computer rental program in your city. Google "laptop rentals in [enter your city]." Yes, laptop rentals exist in Nigeria. I know, because someone I offered a lucrative job once gave me an excuse of not having a laptop, and that there was nowhere to rent one. One quick google search later, and I sent him to a rental location in Abuja.

Where there's a will, there's a way. At the end of the day, it's all in your hands. A cybercafe might be your most affordable option. Also see if there's a library in your city that offers free internet access. As you said, you gotta start somewhere. So do exactly that.

Personal anecdote: The first step that directly resulted in me becoming a US citizen started in a cybercafe, in a dusty Nigerian town, as a teenager.

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Travel › Re: I Have Lived in (or Visited) over 30 Countries. Ask Me Almost Anything (+ Pics) by ramalot(op): 3:42pm On Dec 25, 2022

sapele914:
Which is the best country you have visited in Africa, Europe & North America?

Not sure what your definition of "best" is, but in general:

Africa:
South Africa. I haven't been to a lot of countries in Africa, but South Africa is by far the most developed of the few I've been.

Europe:
Portugal. This isn't the "best" country in Europe, for several reasons, like economy and such, but I think I liked it best.

North America:
The U.S, by far.

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Travel › Re: I Have Lived in (or Visited) over 30 Countries. Ask Me Almost Anything (+ Pics) by ramalot(op): 3:34pm On Dec 25, 2022

G00DHardDick:
That's crazy!

Why is there so much gun violence in the US?we thought we all agreed that the US is a sane society? What's their govt doing to resolve and reduced this gun violence because some of us would love to settle in Las Vegas, Nevada, Florida, Alabama amongst others

Most of the gun violence happens between gangs and rival gangs. The authorities sometimes try to combat this violence, but it happens at a rate that's a bit more than the resources available to investigate and try each case. So many of these shootings and murders, particularly in Chicago will never be solved.

Also, the black community doesn't really help, as they have a street code of "no snitching!" So even if the community knows who shot someone, most keep their mouths shut. If you snitch, you or your family will be next to get shot. It's a sad state of affairs. So if you ever plan to move to the US, do whatever you can to avoid bad "hoods." If you can't afford good neighborhoods, you're better off living in a small town somewhere in the Mid-West, and commuting to a nearby city for work.

There's also the issue of mass shootings in schools and public places, which is a different issue on its own.

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Travel › Re: I Have Lived in (or Visited) over 30 Countries. Ask Me Almost Anything (+ Pics) by ramalot(op): 3:27pm On Dec 25, 2022*

SirJerrie:
@ramalot...
Your tour is more of an inspiration to me than just entertainment.
I see you living the kind of life I wish myself, the kind of life I'm towards..
Your tour experience you've shared just gives me more motivation to keep my head straight and chase it... I believe I'm on the right track!!!

Thanks. As long as your dreams and inspirations are translated into actionable goals, there's no reason you can't make it work.
Always ask yourself what you can do today to actually move you one step in that direction.

People often limit themselves with stuff like "I don't have money," "I don't have time" etc. The reality is they just haven't prioritized those things. Like someone saying they don't have money to launch a N200k business idea they had, but somehow they have an N800k phone, and are unemployed. They just haven't prioritized their funds effectively.

Or someone saying they don't have the time to study a professional course online, to acquire a new marketable skill. Yet, somehow, they've seen every episode of every TV show you can think of. They just haven't prioritized their time effectively.

I'm sure you don't personally fall into these categories, but it's an example of how people sabotage their own progress toward their dreams.

No one needs to save up a million dollars to start traveling the world. Hell, a lot of Americans start traveling the world with like $200 in their bank account. All you need is a steady remote income that will keep covering all your expenses, as you travel. And of course, emergency funds, in case you need to evacuate a place suddenly and return home.

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Travel › Re: I Have Lived in (or Visited) over 30 Countries. Ask Me Almost Anything (+ Pics) by ramalot(op): 3:15pm On Dec 25, 2022

kunle75:
Hello bro,I am here too,this are my childhood dreams and would love we talk about how you made it this far.

Its something I want to do in future when I eventually get my blue passport any moment.

All the best with it.

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Travel › Re: I Have Lived in (or Visited) over 30 Countries. Ask Me Almost Anything (+ Pics) by ramalot(op): 3:11pm On Dec 25, 2022

samuelson06:
Since you're into online hustle, can you define an online course path or recommend something I can pursue in the new year that's profitable and I can learn and monetize within a short period?

I understand your thread here isn't about this but this is my problem. If you permit, I can send you a private message let's talk about this privately.

Thanks for your understanding.

This thread is purely travel-related, not professional endeavors. However, the bold part is a problematic approach that causes many people to self-sabotage. Don't look for shortcuts and don't focus on quick gains. Focus on long-term skills and long-term outcomes.

I would recommend you take advantage of the numerous free resources online. If you want to go into the often lucrative field of programming, you can start with freecodecamp.org. It's free, and you'll be issued certificates. You can learn enough to land a Junior Developer job at a small startup.

If you want to go into Data Analysis, you can start with Google's official Data Analytics Certification on Coursera.org
It can take you several months to complete, if you're not very focused. If you go all in, you can do it in 2 months. Coursera is $39.99/month. So $80 for 2 months. You'll be issued a Data Analyst certificate. If you actually learn the skill, and not just breeze through to pass (like many students do), you can apply to Junior Data Analyst job positions.

These things pay a decent enough wage to start out in Tech. There is also cybersecurity and other areas to look into. All the best.

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Travel › Re: I Have Lived in (or Visited) over 30 Countries. Ask Me Almost Anything (+ Pics) by ramalot(op): 2:11pm On Dec 25, 2022

akpota:
Sir, i really enjoy your thread as i am trying to migrate once and for all.
For the mean time, i am into ICT, do you have access to a remote job i could do.

Most of the remote jobs in the US rarely hire foreigners, except you significantly stand out.

You can check on remote.co, which is mostly free to browse the remote jobs

flexjobs.com has a lot of listings, but are mostly for more advanced senior positions. It's also a paid option, so it might not be worth it for you.

Linkedin also has a remote work job listing. You can filter by remote work, and is free to access, as long as you have a Linkedin account.

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Travel › Re: I Have Lived in (or Visited) over 30 Countries. Ask Me Almost Anything (+ Pics) by ramalot(op): 2:08pm On Dec 25, 2022

Oiganji02:
Wow this is lovely..
pls can you talk about Canada
The people, cultures and if black are very welcome there and working mode for someone trying to move there. Thanks

I can't answer immigration and relocation questions, but Canada is pretty nice.

The demographic of people is generally similar to the US, except there are fewer blacks and more Asians. The culture in English-speaking Canada is also very similar to the US. French-speaking Canada in Quebec is a bit different, as their architecture, language and general culture is more of the French.

Canada is a massive country that's very spread out, so there are different vibes in different provinces.

Blacks are generally fine, but of course, there'll always be a hint of subtle racially motivated situations. Nothing to lose sleep over though.

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Travel › Re: I Have Lived in (or Visited) over 30 Countries. Ask Me Almost Anything (+ Pics) by ramalot(op): 2:00pm On Dec 25, 2022

rocken001:
Broski, I am more than inspired by ur exploits. plshelp a budding animator get back to working up the social ladder. i desperately need a laptop after i got robbed of mine a week ago. worsemose, i was working on a 2d cartoon project that i was going to upload to youtube. bro, i am not asking for anything fancy: could be the cheapest dual core from one of the vendors here or some laptop that has served you. im sorry if my sob story is derailing the thread but in the spirit of xmas, i felt i should ask 4 help

Sorry to hear your story, but I apologize, as all I can do is wish you the best in your animation journey. I'm sure you'll figure it out.

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Travel › Re: I Have Lived in (or Visited) over 30 Countries. Ask Me Almost Anything (+ Pics) by ramalot(op): 1:56pm On Dec 25, 2022

G00DHardDick:
Are you trying to say US isn't safe enough? And that anybody can be shot at anytime?

Yes. Especially if you live in a rough neighborhood, in a city like Chicago. 1860 people got shot in Chicago last year. That's 5 a day, on average.

If you live in a good neighborhood, you're generally fine.

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Travel › Re: I Have Lived in (or Visited) over 30 Countries. Ask Me Almost Anything (+ Pics) by ramalot(op): 1:48pm On Dec 25, 2022

Streetmovement:
Wotoporiously speaking

Seriously I love the word "travel" I love travelling a lot but Op this your own type of work na him I wan dey do now

Gist me about all the countries you've been to and tell me everything about them and I'm more interested in that Brazil that you've travelled to...how is their women? I mean the one's with big yansh... abeg gist me

Haha, Brazilian women are nice, but honestly, you might be disappointed if you go. Most people go with very high expectations of the women. Then they realize there's a serious obesity problem in Brazil now, and most of the girls have become morbidly obese. When they're in shape, they are nice though. I've talked more about it earlier in the thread.

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Travel › Re: I Have Lived in (or Visited) over 30 Countries. Ask Me Almost Anything (+ Pics) by ramalot(op): 1:42pm On Dec 25, 2022

brainhgeek:
I did. One last question; do you coach young Nigerians? Even at a price, Nigeria needs a rich human resource like you.

No, I don't do any coaching. I do guide people I know personally, like family, friends, acquaintances etc on their path to being business people or entrepreneurs. And other related things, but I don't offer paid one-on-one coaching.

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Travel › Re: I Have Lived in (or Visited) over 30 Countries. Ask Me Almost Anything (+ Pics) by ramalot(op): 1:36pm On Dec 25, 2022

BigDawsNet:
I don't do drugs
I don't do prostitute

I will be travelling with my finance

By finance, I assume you mean fiancee. If yes, then, great. I travel with my fiancee too.

Travel › Re: I Have Lived in (or Visited) over 30 Countries. Ask Me Almost Anything (+ Pics) by ramalot(op): 1:34pm On Dec 25, 2022

Yaks02:
See the life some people de live
Wow! Plane I never enter seff

No one living like this has two heads. I also dreamed of living this life one day, but I didn't stop at dreaming. I took every step necessary to get to this point. Make goals, break them into very small pieces that you can start today.

So the real question is, what can you do today to move you closer to the life you want to live? Maybe that step is enrolling in a course that teaches you a marketable skill. Maybe that step is watching a YouTube video on programming in Python, for beginners. It's all in your hands.

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Travel › Re: I Have Lived in (or Visited) over 30 Countries. Ask Me Almost Anything (+ Pics) by ramalot(op): 1:31pm On Dec 25, 2022

Lukuluku69:
Thanks

I just saw your responses while going thru the thread in details.

On the indegenous Tribes, I want to believe they are kind of restricted to the hinterland and not the big Cities?

Many thanks.

Enjoy your stay.

You don't really find them in major cities like Buenos Aires. If you travel to places like Iguazu, you find a lot more indigenous people.

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Travel › Re: I Have Lived in (or Visited) over 30 Countries. Ask Me Almost Anything (+ Pics) by ramalot(op): 1:29pm On Dec 25, 2022

Avatarwan:
Is it true that there are no black citizen in argentina

Argentine blacks make up much less than 1% of the population. So unlike most South American countries, there isn't a significant black population in Argentina.

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Travel › Re: I Have Lived in (or Visited) over 30 Countries. Ask Me Almost Anything (+ Pics) by ramalot(op): 1:28pm On Dec 25, 2022

frog12:
so those BLACKS in south africa treat you with respect?

is it true apartheid still exist in SOUTH AFRICA? can you live there permanently?

what are you doing in SOUTH AMERICA? are those countries not very dirty

No, apartheid ended a long time ago.

No, South American countries I've been are incredibly far ahead of places like Abuja. I've posted a few pics of these places, but feel free to google pics of Buenos Aires, Rio de Janeiro, Sao Paulo, Panama City etc.

Travel › Re: I Have Lived in (or Visited) over 30 Countries. Ask Me Almost Anything (+ Pics) by ramalot(op): 1:26pm On Dec 25, 2022

MrSensor:
what do you do for a living or did you win an American lottery?

https://www.nairaland.com/7484940/lived-visited-over-30-countries#119222665

Travel › Re: I Have Lived in (or Visited) over 30 Countries. Ask Me Almost Anything (+ Pics) by ramalot(op): 1:26pm On Dec 25, 2022

abbay19:
What can you say about Portugal �� please

I only visited Lisbon in Portugal, but it's a great city. Good weather, so it's rarely too hot or too cold. The people are generally nice and courteous. The old city area has interesting architecture and cool little cobblestone streets.

It's not as expensive as many Western European countries, so it's a nice place to spend a bit of time. Many people speak English as well, just like many parts of Europe, I guess.

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Travel › Re: I Have Lived in (or Visited) over 30 Countries. Ask Me Almost Anything (+ Pics) by ramalot(op): 1:21pm On Dec 25, 2022

clericuzzio:
Show us your passport

Haha, I have nothing to prove to anyone. Anyone can take a picture of a passport from the internet and post it online, so that proves nothing.

However, with that said, when I first posted this thread last week, I actually had a pic of my US and Nigerian passports. The mods removed it.

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Travel › Re: I Have Lived in (or Visited) over 30 Countries. Ask Me Almost Anything (+ Pics) by ramalot(op): 1:18pm On Dec 25, 2022*

deygar:
Do Nigerians reside in Philippines? Can one visit for work?

Yes, there are many Nigerians in Manila, but most of them are unemployed and constitute a bit of a nuisance in Makati. The locals are tired of them, and try to avoid them. It's a bit unfortunate.

South East Asia is not the US. Most Nigerians who go there, stay illegally and are unemployable. Mostly because of undocumented status and low marketable skills, so they end up in illegal activities. Don't become one of them.

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Travel › Re: I Have Lived in (or Visited) over 30 Countries. Ask Me Almost Anything (+ Pics) by ramalot(op): 1:14pm On Dec 25, 2022

ICEWIN:
What do you do for a living?
For you to have the time and money for vacation

https://www.nairaland.com/7484940/lived-visited-over-30-countries#119222665

Travel › Re: I Have Lived in (or Visited) over 30 Countries. Ask Me Almost Anything (+ Pics) by ramalot(op): 1:13pm On Dec 25, 2022

ALFADOS:
you did not mentioned Spain in your listed and you want to learn Spanish

All countries in South America and Central America speak Spanish, except Brazil, where Portuguese is spoken. I already speak Spanish and some Portuguese. I do intend to visit Spain at some point. The pandemic affected those plans, when they were made before.

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Travel › Re: I Have Lived in (or Visited) over 30 Countries. Ask Me Almost Anything (+ Pics) by ramalot(op): 1:11pm On Dec 25, 2022

Quim2:
ramalot

Among those African counties you've been to which is the poorest

I haven't been to many African countries, but Benin Republic would be the poorest on that list.

Travel › Re: I Have Lived in (or Visited) over 30 Countries. Ask Me Almost Anything (+ Pics) by ramalot(op): 1:01pm On Dec 25, 2022

spanzed:
How’s it like in Singapore?

It's a great little city. Clean and functional, but incredibly expensive. It's very tiny though, like if Abuja was a country.

Lots of good nightlife. Although I've never seen as many drunk people puking in the streets of nightlife areas, like Clark Quay, before. I guess they can't handle their liquor.

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Travel › Re: I Have Lived in (or Visited) over 30 Countries. Ask Me Almost Anything (+ Pics) by ramalot(op): 12:59pm On Dec 25, 2022

Rechargeam247:
Do you work or you travel for a living? Like a travel blogger/vlogger??

No, I don't travel for a living. If you could earn a good income regardless of where you were, what would be the point of being stuck in one place? I don't have any kids yet, so now is the time to see the world, before I have to be tied to one place, to raise them.

If you're wondering what I do for a living: https://www.nairaland.com/7484940/lived-visited-over-30-countries#119222665

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Travel › Re: I Have Lived in (or Visited) over 30 Countries. Ask Me Almost Anything (+ Pics) by ramalot(op): 12:55pm On Dec 25, 2022

Lukuluku69:
Nice one Op. Your Travels is worth more than 20 Semesters in a Classroom in gaining first hand knowledge of people and Cultures.

I am kinda of curious, you are now in Argentina (hoping you are still there by 25 Dec.) There is the notion that there are no Black people (please permit me use that word) who are Citizens of Argentina?

I have followed Football as an Eight year old, as a matter of fact, I was Eight years during Argentina '78. I have never seen a Black or a Negro play for the Argentina National Team.

I know the Population comprises majorly Indigenous Tribes and European Settlers and some immigrants from the Middles East.

Are there truely No Negroes/Negroids/Blacks people who are Citizens of Argentina?

While you are there, do you see any? Perhaps a few here and there or non at all?

I have read report (Non Mainstream) that says the Argentines simply kill them or or ask them to move on?

I've actually answered this question a few times. Please read the earlier responses.

The native black population of Argentina are less than 1% of the general population. Most blacks in Buenos Aires are African immigrants from Senegal. I haven't met a black Argentine yet.

Indigenous tribes are not a major part of the population. They're a very small percentage. Argentina is almost entirely a European stock. Over 90% of Argentines are of European descent. Mostly Italy and Spain, and a bit of German.

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