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Registration: 08 August 2013

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cintiacosta created a thread
11 years ago

Win a box of chocolates!

Hello, there! I'm hosting a photo contest to giveaway a free box of Favarger chocolates (Support Human Rights limited edition). Here's a link with the details on how to participate: http://bit.ly/ChocolateForHumanRights It's the sweetest way ... Read More

cintiacosta created a thread
11 years ago

Bloggers @ Switzerland

Hello, there! My name is Cíntia and I'm a Brazilian blogger living in Geneva and my blog is http://jhabiteageneve.wordpress.com/ . I am looking for other bloggers living in Switzerland to exchange experiences, ideas, share links, build a network ... Read More

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11 years ago
Julie

Places to visit in Geneva by Julie

Hi, For the ones living in Geneva, 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 Geneva, the tourist sites? How to visit the region in ...

cintiacosta

By the way, Julie, I listed some websites where you can discover attractions and activities in Geneva, from the "must sees" to hidden treasures: How to discover things to do in Geneva Hope it's useful :) Read More

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11 years ago
carley3189

Just moved to Geneva, interested in meeting new people! by carley3189

Hi everybody, My name is Carley, I am a 22 year old British female and have just moved to Geneva. I will be working as an au pair starting in August as a way for me to take some time out, learn a new language-French,a new culture and hopefully meet ...

cintiacosta

Hello, everyone! I've been living in Geneva for seven months now and I'm really loving it... I'm a journalist and I work with social media marketing. I was lucky and found a job at a publicity agency, and I've been stuying French too! I also ... Read More

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11 years ago
Julie

Places to visit in Geneva by Julie

Hi, For the ones living in Geneva, 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 Geneva, the tourist sites? How to visit the region in ...

cintiacosta

Hello, Julie! The first place I always take my guests is for a walk in the Old Town, with it’s pitoresque streets and old buildings, and finish with dinner at one of their restaurants! There are more tips on my blog: J'habite à Genève. Hope you will ... Read More

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11 years ago
shoutit

What's the main language there by shoutit

If I'm going to work on IT in Zurich whats the most valuable language I should learn. I already speak english very well. My doubt is would it be german or french?

cintiacosta

They speak Swiss German on Zurich. It's a bit different than "German German", they say, so you should take Swiss German classes! Read More

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11 years ago
phant2

swiss communication by phant2

can anyone share some experiences about swiss communications?

cintiacosta

Hey, there. What do you mean by "communications"? Telecom and stuff? Read More

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11 years ago
norlotana37

hi where is a good place for shopping in Geneva Switzerland??? by norlotana37

i wish to go shopping in the city but it looks like every thing is very expansive i got into one store Bélovie Genève they wanted for whitening cream 400CHF so....i need to know where to go shopping in a normal place

cintiacosta

What kind of shopping you're looking to do? For groceries, clothing, electronics? I don't think any place in Geneva is really "cheap", but some are definitely "less expensive"! Update: I took sometime this weekend and to write down all my tips on ... Read More

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11 years ago
Deanm

Workin in Switzerland by Deanm

Hi, My wife and I considering relocating to her home town of Les Rousses in France which is about 30 minutes from Geneva. We currently both reside in South Africa and I am a qualified environmental scientist. Perhaps someone on the forum can ...

cintiacosta

Hello, Deanm! I work with social media and I came across a job offering for community management the other day that required environmental and Africa knowledge: linkedin.com/jobs?viewJob=&jobId=6574796&trk=jobs_biz_prem_jymbii I don't know if it's ... Read More

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11 years ago
aalarman

Work, marriage and life by aalarman

Hello everyone I'm from Jordan and I have a dream is to live in Switzerland often heard about pretty things But before we go there I need to work there and need to be friendly so that I could Life there are well Is it helping?

cintiacosta

Hello, there! I've been living in Geneva for seven months now and I'm really enjoying the experience. If you wanna have a peak at the life here, maybe you will enjoy my weblog about my experiences in Switzerland as a foreigner: ... Read More

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11 years ago
TeoPerry

How to find a job by TeoPerry

Hello everyone! I'm Teo, 31 years old from São Paulo, Brazil. I have a bachelor degree in Social Communication (Publicity and Advertising - from São Paulo) and a Master of Science in Global Management (France). I'm currently working as a real ...

cintiacosta

Hello, Teo! I'm also a Brazilian from São Paulo (only writing in English 'cause I think this topic can be useful to others as well!). I'm also on publicity, more specifically on social media and I managed to find a job without speaking French ... Read More

cintiacosta created a thread
11 years ago

Free wi-fi on Swtizerland train stations

Hello! Did you guys see that CFF announced free wi-fi on the train stations in Switzerland starting on September? ... Read More

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11 years ago
expat.com

How to make friends in Geneva by expat.com

We have been talking about loneliness when you are abroad, let's now talk about how to make friends (locals or expatriates) when you're living in Geneva :top: Which are your best tips to meet people and to make friends in Geneva?? Thanks in ...

cintiacosta

Hello, there! I'm a Brazilian, used to Brazil super friendly environment, and I've been living in Geneva for seven months now... I found it a bit hard to make friends here, but even though I can't say i have maaaany friends, but I made some! ... Read More