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@Aiwee

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Malaysian expat in the Netherlands

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Malaysian

Lives in Haarlem

Registration: 22 November 2012

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Aiwee replied to a thread
9 years ago
Aiwee

Restaurants Recommendation by Aiwee

Any foodie out there? We have been fairly disappointed with the quality of eating out in Haarlem. Do you have any hidden restaurants that you are willing to share? My current favourite eating place nearby is in Amsterdam, Bord'eau. Check out the ...

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Ratatouille Food & Wine in Haarlem has gotten one star lately. Went there without knowing that it got a star. I thought that they were trying very hard but not quite there for the star. However, it is very affordable for a starred ... Read More

Aiwee replied to a thread
9 years ago
rizvan2529

Need Suggestion Regarding the Package offered in Netherlands by rizvan2529

Hi All, I am woriking as an Software Engineer. I have an employment offer from very big Software firm which is level 5 from Netherlands with an annual pay of 39,500 Euros . In which they will be paying 2813.39 Euros as monthly wage. Monthly ...

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My husband says a software engineer (fresh from uni) would earn about 2.5k gross. With some experience you will be looking around 3.5k - 5k, depending how good you are. Car lease is taxable on the car value I think. Not sure if this applies for ... Read More

Aiwee replied to a thread
9 years ago
expat.com

Cost of living in the Netherlands – 2015 by expat.com

Hi all, We invite you to talk about the cost of living in the Netherlands in 2015, with an updated price listing. Don't forget to mention in which city of the Netherlands you are living in. How much does it cost to live in the ...

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Haarlem. > accommodation prices - 2.5k monthly, own. > public transportation fares (tube, bus etc.) - company leased car and gas, no cost. 100 a month for general speeding/parking fine, parking at garages/street, parking permits...etc > ... Read More

Aiwee replied to a thread
10 years ago
samo295

Australians or New Zealanders by samo295

Hey I just moved to Maastricht and I'm finding it hard to meet New Zealanders there's not many of us around so hopping to get in touch with some kiwis or Aussies :)

Aiwee

Hi Licia, south Holland apparently is much better than North Holland! But generally south of Netherlands is friendlier than the "Hollanders". I enjoyed my stay a lot in Maastricht with super friendly neighbours and people. This is not the ... Read More

Aiwee replied to a thread
10 years ago
samo295

Australians or New Zealanders by samo295

Hey I just moved to Maastricht and I'm finding it hard to meet New Zealanders there's not many of us around so hopping to get in touch with some kiwis or Aussies :)

Aiwee

Apparently they all live in Maastricht. They are the friendliest bunch in the whole country. Read More

Aiwee replied to a thread
10 years ago
SabrinaMineo

My Dutch Experience (part one) by SabrinaMineo

It's almost one year I've been live here, and I think I'm ready to tell my story. It's just my experience, but I hope it will be enjoyable to read and usefull to get an idea about what means to leave own country, own family, friends ...

Aiwee

Good luck with your new venture. My question is... where is your restaurant?! Read More

Aiwee replied to a thread
10 years ago
samo295

Australians or New Zealanders by samo295

Hey I just moved to Maastricht and I'm finding it hard to meet New Zealanders there's not many of us around so hopping to get in touch with some kiwis or Aussies :)

Aiwee

Lucky you! We used to live in Maastricht and it's still our favourite city. Good food and warm people. Can't wait to move back. My ex-neighbour's wife is a Kiwi but we lost contact with them. Have you tried the Irish pub at Wyck? I think ... Read More

Aiwee replied to a thread
11 years ago
Aiwee

Restaurants Recommendation by Aiwee

Any foodie out there? We have been fairly disappointed with the quality of eating out in Haarlem. Do you have any hidden restaurants that you are willing to share? My current favourite eating place nearby is in Amsterdam, Bord'eau. Check out the ...

Aiwee

We used to eat at Sumo for quick fix... But we found Hokkai Kitchen (take away with few bar stools) serves much better sashimi and sushi. Bord'eau just got upgraded to 2 star today! I am so going back. Read More

Aiwee replied to a thread
11 years ago
solodenko

find a job and housing in Limburg by solodenko

Hi! My name is Olha. I am from Ukraine. Now, I find a job in Netherlands, nearby Limburg, but it is not necessarily. I speak Ukrainian, Russian - fluent, English - little ( study self). Netherlands - no speak, but I want in Netherlands and I need a ...

Aiwee

It's not too hard to google it up you know.... http://www.banenrijklimburg.nl/default.aspx?sc=1&template=overig/bedrijfdetail.htm&bid=2d85f585-7a88-444c-84bb-925b62951823 Read More

Aiwee replied to a thread
11 years ago
pxcman

Friends in Maastricht NL by pxcman

I joined many months back, Looking to make friends and contacts in Maastricht

Aiwee

Unfortunately I have moved to Haarlem a year ago! I love Maastricht, was living there for a year. It's very easy to make friends down South, it's widely acceptable to start conversation with people sitting next table (next to you), you can openly ... Read More

Aiwee replied to a thread
11 years ago
solodenko

find a job and housing in Limburg by solodenko

Hi! My name is Olha. I am from Ukraine. Now, I find a job in Netherlands, nearby Limburg, but it is not necessarily. I speak Ukrainian, Russian - fluent, English - little ( study self). Netherlands - no speak, but I want in Netherlands and I need a ...

Aiwee

There is a call center, Mercedes or something like that. Read More

Aiwee created a thread
11 years ago

Restaurants Recommendation

Any foodie out there? We have been fairly disappointed with the quality of eating out in Haarlem. Do you have any hidden restaurants that you are willing to share? My current favourite eating place nearby is in Amsterdam, Bord'eau. Check out the ... Read More

Aiwee replied to a thread
11 years ago
Sandra H Barragan

Dutch language group lessons by Sandra H Barragan

Hi, Anyone know of anywhere around Haarlem/ Heemstede where I could find Dutch language lessons for groups? Have found many places that teach one-on-one but would much rather do it in a group... Many thanks! Sandra

Aiwee

Hi Sandra, There are several schools that teach Dutch language in group, namely INTK and HART, both are located in city center. There is also another school at Aerdenhout - Ad Appel. I have just quit my group Dutch lesson recently. I find that ... Read More

Aiwee replied to a thread
12 years ago
tanijoon

Which Buurt is the best for a single mother with a child? by tanijoon

Hello dear Haarlem residents, I am looking for a small house in Haarlem. Where are the best buurts for a mother with a toddler? Is there a neighbourhood I should avoid in any case? I have found some nice houses in the Indische Buurt, Deitsveld and ...

Aiwee

Hi Tanya, I don't know much about the areas you have chosen but personally I wouldn't love so far away from the city center. Cheers. Read More

Aiwee replied to a thread
12 years ago
robin benson

looking for family accommodation in Haarlem by robin benson

Hi folks...we are a family moving from Wales to Haarlem in Jan/Feb 2013 and are looking for family accommodation to rent...we need a small yard or garden as we have a dog. Any suggestions or advice or tips most welcome. Many thanks. Robin Benson

Aiwee

Hi Robin, Have you found a house? Kleverpark is a very popular family housing area. It's just North of the Haarlem city center. I think "huurwoningen Haarlem" is what you need to google for rental. Good luck! Cheers, Aiwee Read More