Islamabad - Post Report Question and Answers
If you move here, you can leave behind your:
Stereotypes. - Oct 2023
Preconceived notions of Pakistan. Your family will be convinced there’s an Osama bin Laden on every corner. You will quickly discover there is not. - Jun 2022
Any expectations. - Feb 2019
While Pakistan is a Muslim republic, don't come with expectations that this is the Middle East. South Asia has its own character and history and Pakistan itself is diverse and complicated. - Sep 2016
Prejudices! And don't bring your car unless it's a Toyota, Honda or Suzuki; spare parts won't be available. - Sep 2015
Plans whatever they are. The key to a successful tour is good co-workers and a flexible attitude. - Aug 2015
Persian carpets. - Feb 2014
Unplanned moves: you need to plan everything you do, whether you need an embassy car or an RSO authorization or a GOP authorization. It affects your private life but also your work life since some trips have to be planned 2 to 3 months in advance. Very tiring. Desire to find bacon or alcohol outside the Commissary. - Dec 2013
Prejudices and fears. Skimpy clothing (except for house parties where people dress dooown). - Mar 2012
...skirts and shorts. - Aug 2011
desire to drink/eat bacon in public - May 2011
Tank tops & mini-skirts. - Jan 2010
shorts, capri trousers. - Oct 2009
Valuables. - Oct 2008
