emmapeel87
ContributorFrench expat in Scotland
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French
Lives in Ardhasaig, Isle of Harris
Speaks anglais, français
Registration: 05 November 2011
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Any brits in Nantes ?
Hi there ! I've just spent 3 years in Scotland on the isle of Harris and I'm back home in Nantes since july. I'm french but my son is half scottish and I miss speaking english. I was wondering if there is any english, irish or scottish ... Read More
Expat-Blog meeting, 21nd of april (EDIT DATE IS NOW ON 21) by emmapeel87
Hi there ! I'm the french animator for the Scotland forum. We would like to set up an expat-blog meeting in Glasgow on the 21st of april, probably during the evening. This would be the opportunity to meet other expats and welcoming the "newbies" ...
Hi folks ! Just a wee reminder about the meeting on monday ! So this is gonna be at the wodka vodka on Ashton Lane. Ill ne there around half 6. Drop me a message if you need my phone number. See you then ;) Read More
Expat-Blog meeting, 21nd of april (EDIT DATE IS NOW ON 21) by emmapeel87
Hi there ! I'm the french animator for the Scotland forum. We would like to set up an expat-blog meeting in Glasgow on the 21st of april, probably during the evening. This would be the opportunity to meet other expats and welcoming the "newbies" ...
One cocktail is great :) im french but I guess a few nationalities will be there. Ill send a reminder at some point anyway. Read More
Expat-Blog meeting, 21nd of april (EDIT DATE IS NOW ON 21)
Hi there ! I'm the french animator for the Scotland forum. We would like to set up an expat-blog meeting in Glasgow on the 21st of april, probably during the evening. This would be the opportunity to meet other expats and welcoming the "newbies" ... Read More
choosing a bank by claranne
Hi, I am moving to Edinburgh and I will need to open a bank account. Any advice on which to choose, or not choose? Thank you! :-)
Hi, As you're gonna be new in Scotland, the most easy way to get an account is with Lloyds TSB or Hallifax (you can do it online). Basically Bank of Scotland for an example wont give you an account the first year so you don't have a lot of choices. Read More
"Expat blog" meeting in Glasgow 20th october by emmapeel87
Hi folks ! We organize an Expat.com meeting on saturday 20th of october (its on saturday)around 5pm. Not a big party, just a couple of drinks - or more, its up to you :D . The boozy session will be at "The Lab". 26 Springfield Ct Glasgow G1 ...
Hello Ealacit ! I'm not living in Glasgow anymore so I can't organize anything before september but feel free to open a topic if you fancy some meeting soon. I'm pretty sure you'll get answers. :) Read More
Family of 4 cost of living in Glasgowl (is 30,000 reasonable?) by virtualvoice
Hello, My husband and I are considering moving to Glasgow in a few months with a salary of just under 30,000 GBP. We will have 2 children- a newborn and a 3 year old (the older one will need to attend preschool/nursery). I plan to be a stay at ...
The West end can be quite expensive, but plenty of students stay in the area on much less than £30k. It just depends what kind of accommodation you're looking at. The subway has a stop just round from the university, so it really opens up the rest ... Read More
Family of 4 cost of living in Glasgowl (is 30,000 reasonable?) by virtualvoice
Hello, My husband and I are considering moving to Glasgow in a few months with a salary of just under 30,000 GBP. We will have 2 children- a newborn and a 3 year old (the older one will need to attend preschool/nursery). I plan to be a stay at ...
Hi, For living in the west end it's not gonna be a lot... This is one of the most expensive area in Glasgow. You can have a look on www.rightmove.co.uk to see some properties. Remember that you will need to pay the council tax every month wich can ... Read More
My studio flat in Paris needs upgrading. HELP by StuartPorter
Hi, could you please help me by letting me know where good places in France are to buy bathroom stuff like taps? thanks :) Stu P
My mum has suggested that I use English company I know called Screwfix because they deliver to Europe. Does anyone have experience of buying from English company's and having it delivered to France? Thanks again, Stu :)Thanks a lot for the ... Read More
Birthing classes in Paris by eli5rose
Hi everyone, I'm looking for birthing, baby basics and breastfeeding classes in Paris. I'm currently 6 months along. Also, does anyone know of any prenatal yoga classes? recommendation s for hospitals for the birth will be highly appreciated. Thank ...
Thanks for all the info, Emmapeel87. I'll look into it.You're welcome. My friend gave birth 2 times with them and she was really happy. If you fancy a natural birth like in UK or US it's gonna be the best place in Paris. Otherwise you have the ... Read More
Birthing classes in Paris by eli5rose
Hi everyone, I'm looking for birthing, baby basics and breastfeeding classes in Paris. I'm currently 6 months along. Also, does anyone know of any prenatal yoga classes? recommendation s for hospitals for the birth will be highly appreciated. Thank ...
Are you currently in USA? I am qualified from South Africa and lived in Miami the last 2 years! Yes normal classes in most countries but it seems France isn't very focused on a personalized birth experience or care after the birth either. I think a ... Read More
My studio flat in Paris needs upgrading. HELP by StuartPorter
Hi, could you please help me by letting me know where good places in France are to buy bathroom stuff like taps? thanks :) Stu P
Leroy Merlin, or BHV if you're in Paris. Read More
Birthing classes in Paris by eli5rose
Hi everyone, I'm looking for birthing, baby basics and breastfeeding classes in Paris. I'm currently 6 months along. Also, does anyone know of any prenatal yoga classes? recommendation s for hospitals for the birth will be highly appreciated. Thank ...
Hi everyone, I'm looking for birthing, baby basics and breastfeeding classes in Paris. I'm currently 6 months along. Also, does anyone know of any prenatal yoga classes? recommendation s for hospitals for the birth will be highly appreciated. Thank ... Read More
French girl looking for Canadian friends in Paris by PamR
Hello, I'm a French expatriate, because when you come from the south west as I do, moving to Paris seems like expatriating ;) Anyway, I can speak English (not always fluent, but I can manage), of course French and so little russian it would be a ...
HEY HOW ARE YOU WHY NOT COMING IN TUNISIA THERE ARE MANY PLACES WICH ARE TOO BETTER;Maybe because it's not Canada ? Thanks to avoid writing in Caps please. Read More
looking for FREE french school for expats by lmjmdk
hello everyone! Just wondering if there's a free french school located somewhere in Lille for expats? Please advise me for this matter Thanks :)
hello everyone! Just wondering if there's a free french school located somewhere in Lille for expats? Please advise me for this matter Thanks :)You can contact the "yong ppl information center" Centre Régional Information Jeunesse Nord-Pas de ... Read More