K&I
English expat in Germany
Forum posts
23
About me
English
Lives in Cologne
Speaks English and German
Registration: 08 August 2013
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Anyone looking for a private Thai teacher to teach basic Thai? by areeyaant
Hi, my name is Areeya. I'm 26 years old and I lived in the US for a year and just moved back to Bangkok. I was born and live in Bangkok. I graduated a Bachelor's Degree from Assumption University in Arts - Business English. I'm fluent in English. My ...
Hi, My husband and I would be interested in having some basic lessons in Thai. We are staying in Soi 7, so it would be nice if we could meet there - our apartment has a cafe downstairs, so we could have a coffee there, or if you feel comfortable ... Read More
Anyone would like to go to Bangkok Shooting Range along? by Harry_1986
Hello ,friends: Are there anyone who are interested in shooting sports and want to go to Bangkok Shooting Range?About 2800 Baht per person, I see it on the website,it must be an exciting experience.
Hi Harry, My husband would be interested in going along if you're still going. Send us your email address, and we can swap details. Kerrie Read More
LIVING IN GERMANY by natalie2013
Hi there im looking for some advice please, on the cost of medical insurance, car insurance for a new driver,arriving from uk in Germany, childcare, me and my husband and 3 small children are thinking about starting a life in Germany, but we both ...
@Delgadomotto, So where are you from? KerrieThe message you wrote is a little strange to me because you mentioned being here for ten years but yet you still come to this site ???????? A business of no concern to me because I write here since I got ... Read More
LIVING IN GERMANY by natalie2013
Hi there im looking for some advice please, on the cost of medical insurance, car insurance for a new driver,arriving from uk in Germany, childcare, me and my husband and 3 small children are thinking about starting a life in Germany, but we both ...
@Delgadomotto, So where are you from? Most of the German people I come across are nice and friendly once I get to know them, there just seems to be a barrier that you have to cross before they become normal! But like you say, there is a lot of show ... Read More
Is 600 Euros/Month in Berlin good enough? by subha5355
Is 600 Euros/Month in Berlin good enough after getting free accommodation, fooding, travel allowance, bills etc to send money to home country(India)? I have been offered Apprenticeship in Berlin where i will be accommodated in company's apartment ...
Yes, if you don't have to pay any bills or food, travel, insurance etc., i think 100 of pocket money a week is a good amount, as long as you don't go out partying or for dinner very often. :) Read More
Is 600 Euros/Month in Berlin good enough? by subha5355
Is 600 Euros/Month in Berlin good enough after getting free accommodation, fooding, travel allowance, bills etc to send money to home country(India)? I have been offered Apprenticeship in Berlin where i will be accommodated in company's apartment ...
Yes, I think it's manageable, as long as the company are covering all of your costs including food, travel expenses, and health care (you should check on that, because it's expensive). You basically don't need to spend anything, except for ... Read More
LIVING IN GERMANY by natalie2013
Hi there im looking for some advice please, on the cost of medical insurance, car insurance for a new driver,arriving from uk in Germany, childcare, me and my husband and 3 small children are thinking about starting a life in Germany, but we both ...
Hi Natalie, I found these links. It's always nice to know a few British people in the area. However, if you're planning on really settling, it's better to make friends with the local German people, particularly as the expats are always changing ... Read More
LIVING IN GERMANY by natalie2013
Hi there im looking for some advice please, on the cost of medical insurance, car insurance for a new driver,arriving from uk in Germany, childcare, me and my husband and 3 small children are thinking about starting a life in Germany, but we both ...
Hi Natalie, Well, I can understand your worries; it's really overwhelming moving to another country, especially when it's a different language, and when you've got kids to worry about. Health insurance depends on your income. You should pay ... Read More
LIVING IN GERMANY by natalie2013
Hi there im looking for some advice please, on the cost of medical insurance, car insurance for a new driver,arriving from uk in Germany, childcare, me and my husband and 3 small children are thinking about starting a life in Germany, but we both ...
Hi Natalie, Do you mean Darmstadt? I have never been there, but it is in Hessen which is a very pretty area of Germany, it's an area of vineyards and wine as far as I know. :) Normally the whole family will be insured under your husband's ... Read More
Sprachcaffe Language School by keeleyg
Has anyone been to Sprachcaffe to learn German? I'm thinking about going and would like to hear some opinions...
I recommend going to the Volkshochschule - prices are great, and the people are friendly. Much better than the extortionate prices places like Berlitz etc. charge. Kerrie Read More
LIVING IN GERMANY by natalie2013
Hi there im looking for some advice please, on the cost of medical insurance, car insurance for a new driver,arriving from uk in Germany, childcare, me and my husband and 3 small children are thinking about starting a life in Germany, but we both ...
Hi, I'm afraid you will probably have to research all of those things separately. If you/your husband work here as self-employed you will be able to have private insurance - so try the DKV, or Continentale insurance companies (look online, and ... Read More
Cost of living in Germany by expat.com
Hi everybody, It would be very interesting and helpful to start a topic about the cost of living in Germany. Don't forget to mention where you are living Let's compare the: > accommodation prices (how much does it cost to rent or to buy an ...
Hi Charles Harmann, German health insurance is compulsory. If you don't start paying it when you arrive, they will charge you the back pay when they find out, so best to just register on arrival. If you can, get private insurance, the service is ... Read More
I want to attain international Qualification PGCE by nagesh d
I am an Overseas Trained Teacher from India teaching Mathematics and Physics to Senior Secondary level from last 25 Years. I want to attain international Qualification PGCE can anyone help me in getting the degree.
Hi, You can do a correspondence course either through the Open University, open.ac.uk or, through Sunderland University sunderland.ac.uk/course/677/pgce__professional_graduate_certificate_in_education_overseas Good luck Kerrie Read More
Which hospital to choose by adilmd
Hello, I have reently passed my mcem (MRCP) exam. This is a 3 year PG degree in emergency medicine. I have recieved offers of working in UK as senior clinical fellow/ speciality doctor in emergency dept. I would appreciate if anyone who has exp can ...
Hi, The only two good hospitals I know of are, St.Bartholomews, and Great Ormond Street in London. However, London is a horrendously expensive city to live in, so you may prefer to work elsewhere. A list of the top 40 hospitals was released a ... Read More
Places to visit in Cologne by Julie
Hi, For the ones living in Cologne, what would you suggest to discover the region? When you have friends or family visiting you, where do you go with them? What are the must-see places in Cologne, the tourist sites? How to visit the region ...
This is a good webpage to take a look at for ideas on where to visit in Cologne. It's still quite new, so there aren't many posts yet, but what is on it is ... Read More