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Eva

@Zabz

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Scottish expat in Belgium

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Scottish

Lives in Brussels

Speaks English, Doric, French, Hungarian, Dutch, German

Registration: 08 June 2011

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Eva
Zabz replied to a thread
12 years ago
Andres402

New in Brussles and want to meet people? by Andres402

Hi everyone! I've been checking the forum lately and I couldn't find any meeting organized. So I've decided to open a new post and see if can arrange something! I'll start by introducing myself. My name is Andres, I'm a spanish student. I've been ...

Eva

Hi I would love to join but it's coming up for heading off on holiday.. How about organising another catch up late Aug or thereafter Z Read More

Eva
Zabz replied to a thread
12 years ago
expat.com

How to make friends in Brussels 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 Brussels :top: Which are your best tips to meet people and to make friends in Brussels?? Thanks in ...

Eva

I'd be interested too, but will I be the only girl??? Read More

Eva
Zabz replied to a thread
12 years ago
expat.com

How to make friends in Brussels 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 Brussels :top: Which are your best tips to meet people and to make friends in Brussels?? Thanks in ...

Eva

I've also just moved and missed the get together, any more planned in the near future? Z Read More

Eva
Zabz created a thread
13 years ago

Digital TV decoder

Hi my TV provider has just switched off analogue TV, so my analgoue TV is now down to a few fuzzy channels. I might be leaving HU so I don't want to buy a new TV or re-new the contract. Does anyone know where I can get hold of/buy a DIGI TV digital ... Read More

Eva
Zabz replied to a thread
13 years ago
casbra

Hello from Casbra by casbra

Hello to you all, I live in the UK and hope to move to Hungary when the place I have other there is liveable. For those who live in Hungary already - what do you miss about the UK ie food etc In the UK i advise SME's to start their business. Look ...

Eva

Good cheddar (especially applewood smoked), but not the plastic cheap stuff, Branston pickle, oatmeal (you can get decent porridge oats from Aldi). Have a look at jackoshea.com/page-media.php Can we have a Jack O'Shea in Budapest???? Read More

Eva
Zabz replied to a thread
13 years ago
Agnes Toth

Expat Pet Club Budapest by Agnes Toth

I am looking into starting a club for all of you who own dogs or other animals, living in Budapest or in the area. I am also looking into starting off an ExpatDogWalkingDay project here in the city, so I await all who would like to meet new ...

Eva

Ok I'm being too sensible!!!! :lol: Read More

Eva
Zabz replied to a thread
13 years ago
Agnes Toth

Expat Pet Club Budapest by Agnes Toth

I am looking into starting a club for all of you who own dogs or other animals, living in Budapest or in the area. I am also looking into starting off an ExpatDogWalkingDay project here in the city, so I await all who would like to meet new ...

Eva

I'd love to join, although my dog is not in Budapest and he's just had a knee operation so needs to rest anyway. Keep us posted... The Spring is supposed to start officially on Friday! idokep.hu/tavaszHave me moved to Australia, since when did ... Read More

Eva
Zabz replied to a thread
13 years ago
Hollycat

Anyone want to meet up? by Hollycat

Does anyone feel like having a meet up one weekend? All ideas gratefully received! :) I am pretty easy going so feel free to suggest anything from a picnic on Margaret Island, to a cycle ride, to a night out on the town, or a movie or a nice place ...

Eva

Next week :) anytime after work (18h onwards) just not Wednesday. Thanx Hollycat for setting this up Z Read More

Eva
Zabz replied to a thread
13 years ago
Hollycat

anyone want to go on the childrens railway next weekend? by Hollycat

Autumn is here and it would be nice to get out for a walk before it turns cold. The childrens railway is fab - http://www.gyermekvasut.hu/english/chrw_home.php Anyone want to go next saturday or sunday? I think they have the old steam engines on ...

Eva

Would love to but taking care of the beast, stitches are coming out this weekend, but next weekend works. Read More

Eva
Zabz replied to a thread
13 years ago
Hollycat

Anyone want to meet up? by Hollycat

Does anyone feel like having a meet up one weekend? All ideas gratefully received! :) I am pretty easy going so feel free to suggest anything from a picnic on Margaret Island, to a cycle ride, to a night out on the town, or a movie or a nice place ...

Eva

I'm busy this weekend so for me weekends in Oct onwards or after work on weekdays but NOT Wednesdays. Read More

Eva
Zabz replied to a thread
13 years ago
Hollycat

Anyone want to meet up? by Hollycat

Does anyone feel like having a meet up one weekend? All ideas gratefully received! :) I am pretty easy going so feel free to suggest anything from a picnic on Margaret Island, to a cycle ride, to a night out on the town, or a movie or a nice place ...

Eva

I still haven't seen Kings Speech yet... coming soon in HU: Jonny English reborn - nuf said!!! Freinds with benefts Harry Potter movie Other movies, but I'm not sure if these will make it HU: Tinker, Taylor, Soldier, spy - apparently a bit heavy ... Read More

Eva
Zabz replied to a thread
13 years ago
serenity28

new life, new friends? by serenity28

Hi! I recently moved to budapest with my boyfriend and now I am looking for some new friends. At first I will do a language course, then I will look for a job. Anyone interested in meeting for a coffee, drink, film or just sit around in the sun? I ...

Eva

Great idea Here is the link http://www.aborfesztival.hu/index.php?page=hir&id=142&a=0&lang=en Not sure if I can make it will know more tomorrow Z Read More

Eva
Zabz replied to a thread
13 years ago
serenity28

grocery stores by serenity28

Hi! Now I am here for a week and I tried most supermarkets and small grocery stores near my flat, but I haven't found the right one till now. Fruits, bread and meat I buy on the market, but where to get the other things? there is a small tesco I ...

Eva

Best to avoid the big supermarkets here if you want cheap, they are mainly low quality for high prices over here. Try the Aldi on Tuzolto utca tram 4/6 get off at Covin Negyed. Could also try the market at Rakoczi ter (tram 4/6), you can't see ... Read More

Eva
Zabz replied to a thread
13 years ago
imds99

real estate by imds99

looking for ex -pats who are in the real estate market in Budapest....to give me an insight into any potential market....cheers!

Eva

And then there is the real countryside, which is kind of hopeless in the small, but the prices are so low you might be able to raise enough capital to buy a whole village and turn it into a crime-free retreat zone if you pick the right theme. Check ... Read More

Eva
Zabz replied to a thread
13 years ago
nash786

Cost of living in Hungary....? by nash786

I will be migrating to Budapest in a month or so. I'm offered a gross monthly salary of 100,000 HUF. Can I have decent life with my family with this salary. I would appreciate if anyone help me by giving a quick rounded figure for the ...

Eva

@ jelenaivona I lived in the 8th district and it's not as bad as they make out, the ghetto part has moved away from town but I wouldn't live beyond Fecske ut or Leonardo da Vinci utca. Generally speaking IBUSZ is trust worthy but the price you quote ... Read More