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Steven Ward

@lumberman

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American looking for information about France

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American

Lives in Nice, Provence-Alpes-Côte

Speaks English

Registration: 02 May 2013

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Steven Ward
lumberman replied to a thread
6 years ago
Julien

Anti spam system & new rules by Julien

Hi, in order to ensure quality to our users, and to considerably reduce the number of spam sent by private messages, we decided to set up a few new rules. But we'll start with a few explanations. Our definition of spam ? Unsolicited emails or ...

Steven Ward

Make sure you are or become friends first, before you send messages to people, unless it's in the form of an introduction. some members just don't want volume communication from unknowns. Also, no "cut and paste" type ... Read More

Steven Ward
lumberman replied to a thread
6 years ago
Julien

Anti spam system & new rules by Julien

Hi, in order to ensure quality to our users, and to considerably reduce the number of spam sent by private messages, we decided to set up a few new rules. But we'll start with a few explanations. Our definition of spam ? Unsolicited emails or ...

Steven Ward

Start by just communicating in the chats back and forth without any cut and paste procedures. You're welcome to chat with me if it helps. They want good discussion groups and to encourage discussion between each other. After a few days of ... Read More

Steven Ward
lumberman replied to a thread
6 years ago
Priscilla

Best season to move to France by Priscilla

Hello, Many expats choose to move to France at a specific time of the year, and we invite you to share some tips about the best seasons to move to the country. What is the best season/time of the year to move to France, and why? How do rent ...

Steven Ward

Thank you Priscilla for sharing this link. :) Read More

Steven Ward
lumberman replied to a thread
6 years ago
lumberman

Anyone in Palma, Mallorca this month ? by lumberman

HI Expats ! Heading to Palma on the 26th of this month for a week. Wondering if there is anyone who will also be there or lives there who want to get together for drinks / food and network a bit for fun. Hit me up if you'll be there as ...

Steven Ward

Update....I''ll be at the Hotel Isla Mllorca and Spa in Palma, if you want to leave a message. I'll be there starting March 26th. Read More

Steven Ward
lumberman replied to a thread
6 years ago
Lula Morales

Anyone in Barcelona this week? by Lula Morales

Hi everyone! I'll be comine in barcelona tomorow and i'd like to know if people here are available to meet :) I truly know NOBODY out there, bult i am sociable Let me know Lula

Steven Ward

Can you be in Mallorca the week of the 26th ? I'll be there then.... Steven Read More

Steven Ward
lumberman replied to a thread
6 years ago
Eline Niessen

Does anyone have any interesting companies ? by Eline Niessen

Hi everyone, My friend and I recently graduated the International Business and Languages bachelors' curriculum at the Avans University of Applied Sciences in 's-Hertogenbosch, the Netherlands. Here, we studied different forms and aspects ...

Steven Ward

So, guessing this post is no longer valid since it mentioned working through Jan. Update me if you are still living there. also, I have a couple of friends from Algeria wanting to head to school in Spain and wondered how you like your area and ... Read More

Steven Ward
lumberman created a thread
6 years ago

Anyone in Palma, Mallorca this month ?

HI Expats ! Heading to Palma on the 26th of this month for a week. Wondering if there is anyone who will also be there or lives there who want to get together for drinks / food and network a bit for fun. Hit me up if you'll be there as ... Read More

Steven Ward
lumberman replied to a thread
7 years ago
Priscilla

Raising kids in Spain by Priscilla

Hello everyone, How is raising kids in Spain different from raising kids in your home country? What are the activities that your kids seem to enjoy the most in Spain? Do you feel that the country is "family-friendly"? Do you recommend ...

Steven Ward

Although I no longer have kids of the age to worry about, this topic is a good one, expecially for families who are considering such a life changing move. I too am considering the move there and have lots to consider but I do feel Spain is very ... Read More

Steven Ward
lumberman replied to a thread
7 years ago
Julien

Anti spam system & new rules by Julien

Hi, in order to ensure quality to our users, and to considerably reduce the number of spam sent by private messages, we decided to set up a few new rules. But we'll start with a few explanations. Our definition of spam ? Unsolicited emails or ...

Steven Ward

From my experience, start some regular chat with members, no cut and paste, etc. and after a short time, it will unlock. Part of the program to keep it a tight direction for all. :) I'll be happy to chat if you like. Read More

Steven Ward
lumberman replied to a thread
7 years ago
Julien

Anti spam system & new rules by Julien

Hi, in order to ensure quality to our users, and to considerably reduce the number of spam sent by private messages, we decided to set up a few new rules. But we'll start with a few explanations. Our definition of spam ? Unsolicited emails or ...

Steven Ward

To unblock you need to have some conversations here and there and it will be opened back up. They do it to keep spammers from invading the system and to support the site for regular communication. Happy to chat some to help... Steven Read More

Steven Ward
lumberman replied to a thread
7 years ago
Mariam.Diyana

Seeking advise by Mariam.Diyana

Hi there, I'm planning to move to the US, but I don't know where to move... any advised on which is the best place to stay? Also is it hard to look for a job? Which area is not super expensive? I need a fresh start. Where is the biggest ...

Steven Ward

Yes , you'll find it quite high there but with two of you, sharing, it is possible to create something. Great city for sure. I've been there quite often since it is so close to Portland. Happy to help your process if you need it . I'm ... Read More

Steven Ward
lumberman replied to a thread
7 years ago
Mariam.Diyana

Seeking advise by Mariam.Diyana

Hi there, I'm planning to move to the US, but I don't know where to move... any advised on which is the best place to stay? Also is it hard to look for a job? Which area is not super expensive? I need a fresh start. Where is the biggest ...

Steven Ward

So...whats your update and direction for the U.S. ? What decisions have you made so far > Read More

Steven Ward
lumberman replied to a thread
7 years ago
Bakty

New in Lisbon - Trying to meet people! by Bakty

Hi ! I'm French and i arrived in Lisbon not long ago to follow my boyfriend. I love the place, but it is hard to communicate (i don't speak enough portuguese i guess) and so to get contacts. I'm starting to miss it! So like many of you on this ...

Steven Ward

Greetings !! Heading to Spain in late May and am stopping in Lisbon on the way back for a bit if anyone wants to meet and have a drink and chat. Also looking for a possible flat to rent longer term while there. Haven't decided on a hotel ... Read More

Steven Ward
lumberman replied to a thread
7 years ago
TilleyO

Ibiza Resident by TilleyO

Hola all My name is Tilley and I moved to Ibiza 2 years ago with my husband after getting married here in 2013. We live here with our dog and our 3 year old boy who has been living on the island since his was 1 year old, and understands Spanish ...

Steven Ward

Hi, I am currently planning a trip to Spain in late May and wondered if you had some input or thoughts on Mallorca vs. Ibiza ? I've heard Ibiza is the "party" island but like most things, I'm sure it's overblown some. Is it ... Read More

Steven Ward
lumberman replied to a thread
7 years ago
GuestPoster0788

Wanna hang out? by GuestPoster0788

I've been living in Catalunya for almost 3 years. Right now I'm in Tarragona but I'm moving back to Barcelona this spring. Most of my friends are Catalans and since I'm still lost in translation I would love to find a few English ...

Steven Ward

Shall I assume you are no longer there, since the last post you have is from Jan. 2016 ? Just wondering if things were different to set up communication some. Thanks !! Read More