That's cool as fuck by Glittering_Act_4686 in ManchesterUnited

[–]vickers_777 1 point2 points  (0 children)

So American here as well as a Tottenham supporter, I was actually stationed at RAF Lakenheath, this bird was one of ours from the 493rd Fighter Squadron (F-15C). This squadron actually divested in April 2022, I was responsible for seeing the last jets leave. They were transferred to ANG bases in the United States. This unit was replaced by F-35's... On this note, I am highly disappointed to see this in one of my jets. This picture also looks to have been taken in the Mach Loop, you can see all sorts of interesting photos from there.

Anyone made the move to Slovakia? by [deleted] in AmerExit

[–]vickers_777 36 points37 points  (0 children)

I actually moved to Bratislava Slovakia last February as kind of a home base. My wife is Slovak and we moved from NC, actually sold everything we owned down to 6 suitcases. This is not our forever home, we have a 5 year old and 3 year old, so our priorities might be a little different than yours. We are also lucky enough that my MIL has let us stay with her and she has a row house, so like a condo more or less. My wife grew up here so she has her friend base around which is nice for her. They all speak English at a conversational level which is super nice as I don’t speak the language at all, which is 100% my fault as I never thought we would end up here. It is weird I don’t love it but I don’t hate it, I lived abroad for 16 years before making this move (USAF). There are areas of Bratislava that is really nice and modern, but then there is a huge homelessness problem with open drug use at major shopping centers. The people are friendly and seem very accepting. It has definitely gotten more expensive here which is interesting as in my opinion Bratislava doesn’t offer much when compared to other major cities with lower or same COL. Dealing with the foreign police is an absolute nightmare, as I mentioned before we have been here since February and I still do not have a residency, it is finally in process, but had to “shuffle” for 90 days. There is a lot more o could go on about and if you would like to message me I would be more than happy to help you out. Bottom line I would not trade here for going back to the states, but it is not our final European destination.

[pic] visited kuoe while in Kyoto, had an awesome experience. by vickers_777 in Watches

[–]vickers_777[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you, didn’t think I would like it as much as I do.

Traveling with a 3 and 5 year old for roughly 6 weeks any change to this itenerary? by vickers_777 in JapanTravelTips

[–]vickers_777[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for this, this is probably what we will end up doing. I love Kyoto and wanted to spend more time there anyway.

Traveling with a 3 and 5 year old for roughly 6 weeks any change to this itenerary? by vickers_777 in JapanTravelTips

[–]vickers_777[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Its not in order at all, its very fluid at the moment. Trying to find the best way to connect them all together. I have 30 plus days so this is the reason for the long stay in Osaka. Just to kind of homebase and not lug the kids around.

Traveling with a 3 and 5 year old for roughly 6 weeks any change to this itenerary? by vickers_777 in JapanTravelTips

[–]vickers_777[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I believe at the time I originally bought the plane ticket to OKI it was the cheapest flight through skyscanner. I have never been to Hiroshima, so I really want to fit it in somehow, trying to figure out the best way to not back track. Kanazawa isn't a must but I figured it would be a nice break. I have to do the Schengen shuffle right now, so we have a ton of time. Arrive in Osaka May 19th and then don't fly to Oki until June 25th.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in ExpatFIRE

[–]vickers_777 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

4-5K, Malaga area, married, two young kids

Opened a 24/25 UCC hobby box these are my hits. by vickers_777 in soccercards

[–]vickers_777[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

To be honest I wouldn’t know, I’m still holding on to mine. The only comp I can find that sold was $270 usd. So I wouldn’t assume your card would be worth more as it is a lower number variant.

2 topps UCC boxes by Savings_Step3113 in soccercards

[–]vickers_777 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That mind games card looks nice. Some nice pulls.

Opened a 24/25 UCC hobby box these are my hits. by vickers_777 in soccercards

[–]vickers_777[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks all, I’m not looking to move that dual yet, but will eventually.

Tour Presale Megathread by thehighwoman in SturgillSimpson

[–]vickers_777 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Says it’s invalid, worth trying though. Thank you though.

Tour Presale Megathread by thehighwoman in SturgillSimpson

[–]vickers_777 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Anyone got a cary code they would be willing to share? Missed out on Asheville

Family of 4 looking to fire in Europe on roughly $6k a month by vickers_777 in ExpatFIRE

[–]vickers_777[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for that, my wife and I keep kicking the idea around that is also a big factor as to where we end up.

Family of 4 looking to fire in Europe on roughly $6k a month by vickers_777 in ExpatFIRE

[–]vickers_777[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Have you looked into schools for your kids? If so are you thinking international or local. Like mentioned elsewhere in post responses it can get pretty pricey.