MadridManSpain
American expat in Spain
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About me
American
Lives in Madrid
Speaks English, Spanish
Registration: 07 July 2008
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Reality check on unemployment by Turco1
Hello everyone! I know someone planning on moving to Barcelona in hopes of finding a job as a chef. I understand that the unemployment rate is at a record high but I don't think my friend understands the extremity. I recently read an article ...
Hi, Turco1! Spain's national unemployment HAS dropped, but not by much. It's not as bad in Madrid and Catalonia, however. Some people attribute the drop to the number of people no longer receiving unemployment benefits and so they're no ... Read More
Work visa by cleshinski
Looking to move overseas from the states. Worried about the visa situation and how it would work if I don't have a work visa. How do I get to visit the states and still live overseas without getting in trouble?
Yup. rosbentley's right. Ask at your local embassy or consulate for the different visas available - but there aren't many for people wanting to pick-up-and-move just-because. One visa - which isn't really a visa at all, allows US ... Read More
Work in spain by Everett1989
I am writing to see what type of work is mainly available over there, we are not fussy on the type of work, bar work, laboring anything... Just would like to know a few more info so we can start making our plans... if anyone has any details on ...
rosebentley is right. Unemployment is at about 26% in general and 50+% for young people. Foreigners have a MUCH MUCH higher unemployment rate. Salaries, hourly rates, and workers benefits continue to go down while the cost of living keeps going ... Read More
Thinking seriously about moving to Spain - Which area would be best? by fisher14
Hello From the United States! My wife and I have decided to live abroad, (as we call it) and are looking very seriously at Spain. We have both worked in the movie industry all of our lives and find a very simple life much more attractive for our 4 ...
Members JB80 and JayKayTee, above, have two of the best answers. USA's economic troubles seem dire when living there, but comparing it to many/most other places on earth it's a paradise - economically speaking. Spain is actually a VERY good ... Read More
Searching for Pimms in Madrid by tinaboydell
Hi, I'm English and it's definitely Pimms O'Clock already but where oh where can I buy some Pimms in Madrid. I have searched a few places, including El Corte Ingles with no luck. Help please!
Okay, I'll bite. What are "pimms"?? I'll guess it's a kind of "adult beverage", but haven't heard of it, probably because I'm not English. ;) Saludos, MadridMan Read More
Social connections in Madrid? by JOJOLONGO
I am an American woman living in Madrid 6 mo a year now, and in NY the other 6. I know Madrid well..used to work here. I am over 40, educated, not working, and would love to meet some new people with similar interests. Mine are travel, cooking, ...
Let's do it! Send Private Messages to one another to set the date. Saludos, MadridMan @ http://MadridMan.com! Read More
New to madrid by GuestPoster1007
Hi everyone! I just moved to Madrid about 4 days ago. I barely speak Spanish but came over for a great job opportunity but I don't know anyone my age. I'm originally from Florida buy also lived in new jersey as well. Currently I am staying with ...
Welcome to Madrid! You'll love it, I'm sure. Just keep an open mind. Hope you're not a vegetarian. If you are, that's cool, but it'll make assimilation a little more challenging. I'm usually free/flexible and glad to meet new people. I'm from Ohio, ... Read More
AMERICAN FOOTBALL!! by maria_nicholas
Hello! I'm desperately (I know so dramatic!) looking for a great place in Madrid where I can catch some American Football....well mostly the Chicago Bears games!! Any midwesterners out there??? Even Packer fans---we've got a huge game this Sunday ...
Hello, María! I'm a Midwesterner, too, from Ohio, living/working in Madrid. Finding places to watch NFL Football in Madrid is next to impossible. I watch some of the games on Canal+ on TV at home, but the earliest Sunday game starts, as you ... Read More
Social connections in Madrid? by JOJOLONGO
I am an American woman living in Madrid 6 mo a year now, and in NY the other 6. I know Madrid well..used to work here. I am over 40, educated, not working, and would love to meet some new people with similar interests. Mine are travel, cooking, ...
Hi! I'm from Ohio, USA and living in Madrid for nearly 6-years now. I'm also over 40, educated, love good Spanish food and wine, cooking, fitness, and working (freelance) - but my schedule could not be more flexible. If you'd like to get together to ... Read More
Why spanish are always amazed when I say I like Madrid ? by furisern
I am french, so for most spanish, I am from Paris. Well, I am from north of France (Bienvenidos al Norte - if you have seen this movie, you know what I mean), but I did live a lot of years in Paris. It's incredible that no spanish believe that I ...
I think it's pretty natural to loathe the place where you're from or where you live. As they say, "The grass is always greener on the other side of the fence." Also, France has worldwide reputation as being a wonderful, magical, romantic place. I'm ... Read More
Expats with a job or freelance expats ? by furisern
I have been living in Madrid for more than 3 years, with a job in a french company. Now, I am going freelance, 'autonomo'. I am curious to know how many of expats are working with a company and how many are freelance. And, from the freelances, any ...
I've been "autonomo" for the last 5.5 years here in Madrid, am United Statesen, and have been sending invoices to clients the entire time. Submitting your invoices to "the powers that be" on your own can be daunting, particularly if you don't speak ... Read More
Public transportation in Madrid by Armand
Hi all, What do you think about the means of transportation in Madrid ? Is the network of means of transportation well developed? What modes of transport are available? Do you use them? How much is a fare? Are they relatively ...
Public Transportation in Madrid is fantastic, both metro/subway and bus networks work well, efficient, and practically the cheapest mode of public transportation in Europe. A single metro/bus ticket costs 1.50 Euros and a 10-trip ticket (used for ... Read More
New to Madrid by maria_nicholas
Hello there! I just moved to Madrid this week, and am reaching out to meet as many people as I can...of course I want to put myself out there and gain some Spanish friends and practice my Spanish...but the comfort of some American friends, ...
Welcome to Madrid, maria_nicholas! I have no doubt you'll make friends in no time. The usual "Intercambios" at O'Neils on Tuesdays and The Beer Station on Thursdays will no doubt have your Facebook Friends File bursting at the seems in no time. At ... Read More
How to make friends in Madrid 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 Madrid :top: Which are your best tips to meet people and to make friends in Madrid?? Thanks in ...
Yup, the days/times/places remain as I mentioned above: Tuesday night at 10pm there's an "Intercambio" (cultural exchange) at O'Neills Irish pub on Calle Príncipe (near Puerta del Sol). On Thursdays at 10pm there's another gathering at "The Beer ... Read More
Stay in Madrid by Rinku
Hello People, I will arriving In Madrid on Jan'2010 for a work assignment. All I know for now is that my work place will be located at Avda. Leonardo da Vinci 8, 2º-124 28906-Getafe (Madrid) So was wondering would it a good idea to stay somewhere ...
You won't be able to buy-then-register a car IN Spain unless you're already a resident. And you won't be able to DRIVE a car IN Spain without a drivers license recognized by the government's list - which includes most European states as well as most ... Read More