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mikeefos

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Australian

Lives in Bordeaux

Speaks French, English

Registration: 23 February 2010

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mikeefos replied to a thread
12 years ago
dduclos

English to French Translations by dduclos

I am searching for a reputable French Translation company in or near to Bordeaux city. I would like to have my British birth certificate translated. Thanks

mikeefos

Was Fuss Traductions any help? Read More

mikeefos replied to a thread
12 years ago
dduclos

English to French Translations by dduclos

I am searching for a reputable French Translation company in or near to Bordeaux city. I would like to have my British birth certificate translated. Thanks

mikeefos

Hope everything works out! Read More

mikeefos replied to a thread
12 years ago
dduclos

English to French Translations by dduclos

I am searching for a reputable French Translation company in or near to Bordeaux city. I would like to have my British birth certificate translated. Thanks

mikeefos

Probably a bit late in reply to your question... so I guess this is for future readers: I have used this accredited translator many times. She is very efficient and professional (also an Expat herself!). Cabinet Fuss Traductions Contact: Magali ... Read More

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12 years ago
rysiek55

Bordeaux transport..... by rysiek55

Hello everyone, I've not visited Bordeaux before but hope to become a regular visitor to the city. I'm visiting for the first time in September with some friends and we're arriving by plane and didn't really want to hire a car, so I was wondering ...

mikeefos

Hi, To travel out to the Medoc, Saint Emilion etc it is possible to do this independantly using the TransGironde Bus service. Usually a combo of using the Tram around town and to the point of departure of the bus. For example: Bordeaux to Saint ... Read More

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13 years ago
dduclos

New to Bordeaux - Need an English speaking family GP and orthodontist by dduclos

Hi there. Hoping someone is able to assist me with the possibility of finding english speaking GPs and orthodontist's in or near to Bordeaux 33000. I live near Rue de St.Catherine. P.S. Possibly a good therapist if I don't speak French in the next ...

mikeefos

Howdy hi, Doing a search I came across this document that seems to have a few names: Bordeaux Doctors Read More

mikeefos replied to a thread
13 years ago
Nickola

Volley, beach, swimming by Nickola

I am new in Bordeaux. I am looking for new friends. My hobbies are volley ball and swimming. So I am looking where in Bordeaux or around of Bordeaux are nice places for playing volley or/and swimming.

mikeefos

Hi! I know that the Parc des Sports in St. Michel has a beach volley court. Otherwise, I believe there are a few different volley clubs... Read More

mikeefos replied to a thread
13 years ago
yapalparvi

Hey by yapalparvi

I am new to Bordeaux and looking to make friends. I am originally from India but have lived in England (5 yrs), S'pore (1 yr), and Canada (3 yrs) and will be in Bordeaux for a year. I am very fluent in English. Looking forward to catch up with ...

mikeefos

Hi yapalparvi, Excuse me for presuming you're interested in cricket but as India has a very good cricket team I hope you won't be offended! So... why not try Bordeaux's very own cricket team. Unfortunately, I believe their season will just ... Read More

mikeefos replied to a thread
13 years ago
LKB33

2nd hand bike? by LKB33

Hi there, I've just moved to Bordeaux and I want to buy a second hand bike for getting around the city on. Does anyone know a good shop/site where 2nd hand bikes are sold? Thanks a lot.

mikeefos

Hi! I also recommend this site: www.leboncoin.fr/ Read More

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13 years ago
Armand

Public transportation in Bordeaux by Armand

Hi all, What do you think about the means of transportation in Bordeaux ? 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 ...

mikeefos

Hiya Armand, I use the Tram in Bordeaux everyday and I have to say I think it's a great system. From what I can tell, before the city had the tram it was car and bus central. Within the old city you can quickly understand that this would have ... Read More

mikeefos replied to a thread
13 years ago
gnaythun

nathan - bordeaux by gnaythun

hello, i am an 37 yr old from fremantle, just moved to bordeaux with small family just wondering if you could tell me if there were any pubs or aussie meetups in the area (or good bookshops)? any help would be greatly appreciated, regards, nathan

mikeefos

G'day Nathan, Nice to see another aussie has graced the sunny shores of Bordeaux. I presume there are a few aussies and kiwi's around town but from my reckoning most could be students... maybe not but I haven't met many in my 4 years here! Would ... Read More

mikeefos replied to a thread
13 years ago
Mathilda33

Hi americans by Mathilda33

I am new on this blog. I am French and I am looking for americans expats in Paris and in Bordeaux as an ex-expat from San Diego!

mikeefos

You may also want to check out these guys: bordeaux-usa.com Read More

mikeefos replied to a thread
13 years ago
DakotaD

The Bordeaux Antique Fair, go check it out. by DakotaD

Hey everyone... People living in Bordeaux... And people coming. I thought I'd just post about the Antique fair that I just went to in the city center... If anyone is interested in having a browse of some beautiful old French antiques... Go to this ...

mikeefos

Howdy all... If you're interested I have written an article on my blog about this: http://bordeauxexpats.blogspot.com/2011/04/brocante-de-printemps-quinconces.html Brocante de Printemps, Quinconces Bargain hunters get ready! This Friday will see ... Read More

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13 years ago
vpuller

Le lac and falafel by vpuller

Hi All, I have a couple of short questions about life in Bordeaux: 1. Is there anything interesting to see/visit at the Bordeaux lake (Le Lac)? It looks big on the map and every once in a while is mentioned in conversations, so I feel intrigued... ...

mikeefos

For middle eastern food just head straight to the area of St. Michel! On Mondays and Saturday there is usually a large Fruit /Flea market and there are heaps of cafes to grab a mint tea or a couscous. For my money, they best Kebab shop in Bordeaux ... Read More

mikeefos replied to a thread
13 years ago
frankie.christo

considering moving to bordeaux or near bordeaux area by frankie.christo

Hi all, i am new to this forum but would appreciate any advice about moving to France. I am a qualified nursery nurse and speak only english and my husband is a carpenter who has very little english. We have 3 children aged 6,5 and 11 months old. ...

mikeefos

For my point of view living outside the city like Vicki is more ideal. Not only will you get more for your money out of the center of the city, you will also have the chilled out space of the country side. And really, a lot of people whinge about ... Read More

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14 years ago
Infa1871

I want to move to Bordeaux by Infa1871

Bonjour tout le monde (Hello, everyone): I would like to move to Bordeaux, France by September of 2010 (It is now February 2010). I have two main concerns about making this decision: 1) I speak basic French but I am not yet fluent. How proficient ...

mikeefos

Hi, I'm not a student but I am under 35. I believe there is a great number of people around your age. Perhaps you should contact this community as they seem to have numerous events.bordeauxbritish.com Read More