Edson Vidales
@EdMontreal
Canadian looking for information about Germany
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Lives in Cologne District, North Rhine-
Registration: 13 July 2010
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Is the situation really bad? by Aisylu
Is the Situation in Spain Really bad? I heard they are predicting that the crisis will be over in 10 years, is that true? And i heard that violence may grow bcecause of this situation too... What do you feel guys about it? I am about to move there ...
Hi There, I think it depends on the style of life you are used to. They say that your rent shouldn't be more that 30 % of your income, so in the case of a 2500 salary you would be at a 750 EU/month place. I think nowadays that amount is possible ... Read More
Lithuanian people for language exchange? (Español/English/ Francais) by EdMontreal
Hi there. I am looking for Lithuanian people who would like to have a language exchange. I have not idea about Lithuanian but to learn the basic stuff would be enough for me. please if you are interested just send me a pvt message. Regards, ...
Hi Ed, Don't forget you can post an advert on classifieds Barcelona, under section "community" ;) Melissathanks Melissa!!! Read More
Lithuanian people for language exchange? (Español/English/ Francais)
Hi there. I am looking for Lithuanian people who would like to have a language exchange. I have not idea about Lithuanian but to learn the basic stuff would be enough for me. please if you are interested just send me a pvt message. Regards, ... Read More
Racism in Barcelona. by EdMontreal
I normally prefer posting things that are positive, but unfortunately this one is not one of those. As I explained, I am Canadian/Mexican. If you see my picture you will understand what I am talking about. Anyway, since I am in Spain I have received ...
Hi there, Two years ago I wrote this message and as blacktsalagi said I am happy to see people are interested in the subject. I can say that definitively this is a matter that continues irritating me, although it is different now, I guess after ... Read More
English girls want to make new friends - been in BCN 6 weeks by kaylaurabarcelona
Hi Guys, Both my girlfriend and I moved to Barca 6 weeks ago. Now we're starting to feel a bit more settled so we're looking to make new friends. We already hang out with a group of people I know from back home in Manchester. But we're looking to ...
hey Kay, still looking for more friends :) I am also looking for friends Ed Read More
Expat blog meetup - Friday 11th November by JPope
So, we haven't had an expat meetup from this forum for a while (that actually happens and people come to), so let's have one! We'll be meeting on the 11th November: London Bar, C/ Nou de la Rambla, 34 at about 8pm. Anyone who fancies coming ...
-Hi Guys, Just wanted to know if anybody is interested in also go later to the Sotavento Event so I can put you in the list. If yes, just send me private message so we do not make a mess in this post =) Cheers, Ed Read More
Expat blog meetup - Friday 11th November by JPope
So, we haven't had an expat meetup from this forum for a while (that actually happens and people come to), so let's have one! We'll be meeting on the 11th November: London Bar, C/ Nou de la Rambla, 34 at about 8pm. Anyone who fancies coming ...
Hi JPope, Yes, the company Full size is part of the companies I work with. They are organizing a party this Friday at Sotavento. The party starts at 10 pm and there will be Pica pica to start with. After that is the dancing time. I can get ... Read More
Expat blog meetup - Friday 11th November by JPope
So, we haven't had an expat meetup from this forum for a while (that actually happens and people come to), so let's have one! We'll be meeting on the 11th November: London Bar, C/ Nou de la Rambla, 34 at about 8pm. Anyone who fancies coming ...
Hi Everybody, I was talking to a guy in my company and they are organizing with Sotavento an event at 10 pm on friday. There will be a buffet pica pica. I can get us for free to the event. I would need to know the number of people who want to go so ... Read More
Expat blog meetup - Friday 11th November by JPope
So, we haven't had an expat meetup from this forum for a while (that actually happens and people come to), so let's have one! We'll be meeting on the 11th November: London Bar, C/ Nou de la Rambla, 34 at about 8pm. Anyone who fancies coming ...
see you there guys!!! I will invite a couple of friends also. cheers, Ed Read More
How to make friends in Barcelona by expat.com
We have been talking about loneliness when you are abroad, let's now talk about how to make friends (locals or expatriates) when you're living in Barcelona :top: Which are your best tips to meet people and to make friends in Barcelona?? Thanks in ...
Uhhmm, I know a Brazilian place in Enrique Granados St. They prepare drinks made with fresh juice. Do not if this is interesting for you, I think they also have beer. If you guys are interested please let me know and I will go ask for more ... Read More
How to make friends in Barcelona by expat.com
We have been talking about loneliness when you are abroad, let's now talk about how to make friends (locals or expatriates) when you're living in Barcelona :top: Which are your best tips to meet people and to make friends in Barcelona?? Thanks in ...
When and where? Im in Read More
Racism in Barcelona. by EdMontreal
I normally prefer posting things that are positive, but unfortunately this one is not one of those. As I explained, I am Canadian/Mexican. If you see my picture you will understand what I am talking about. Anyway, since I am in Spain I have received ...
Hi, I'm French/Canadian (have lived in Montreal)and I experience some racism here. Almost everyday I heard racist comment here. At the "tienda de la loteria" the woman looking at a chinese family told us (sin verguenza): "all these chinese, ... Read More
Racism in Barcelona. by EdMontreal
I normally prefer posting things that are positive, but unfortunately this one is not one of those. As I explained, I am Canadian/Mexican. If you see my picture you will understand what I am talking about. Anyway, since I am in Spain I have received ...
Ok I understand what you say but you have to understand that immigrants do cause a lot of trouble here. I've been spending a lot of time in Barcelona for the last 4 or so years but only lived here a few months and due to my friends have met a wide ... Read More
Racism in Barcelona. by EdMontreal
I normally prefer posting things that are positive, but unfortunately this one is not one of those. As I explained, I am Canadian/Mexican. If you see my picture you will understand what I am talking about. Anyway, since I am in Spain I have received ...
Dude , I also have faced this kind of situations. I won't say a racist issue but in my last post i did write about this closed attitude of local people with non catalan-no spanish speaking people.As if they are not interested any more to mingle ... Read More
Racism in Barcelona. by EdMontreal
I normally prefer posting things that are positive, but unfortunately this one is not one of those. As I explained, I am Canadian/Mexican. If you see my picture you will understand what I am talking about. Anyway, since I am in Spain I have received ...
Hi Ed, What you wrote is unfortunately true, it is a hard struggle whe have to lead daily together. You should contact SOS Racismo and try always to get proofs (record their comments with your mobile, have witnesses contact data.) You should also ... Read More