New members of the Netherlands forum, introduce yourself here — 2nd quarter of 2015
Newbie on the Netherlands forum? DonÂ’t know how to start?
This thread is for you
We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your expat projects in the Netherlands if you are planning to move there.
It will enable us to help you better but above all to wish you a warm welcome.
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nice to meet you all.
cheers.
Sandra

I have Law background and have been working in hotel and tourism department in Turkey, Taiwan and India,
speak english, Indonesian, and Mandarin also learning Dutch (basic)
Playing guitar and violin.
another hobby is photographing by using nikon
I am also a hair stylist. still 1 year experience. ( I used to work in salon)
I love travelling and fearless about everything.
I am looking for new friends with same hobbies especially in nederland.
please let me know if you are looking for new friend as well

Hello everyone,I am Jun ,27 years old,come from China,I live here 1year with my dutch boyfriend in Rotterdam .I am looking for new friends that we can hang out,watch movies,go shopping,go travelling,do sports etc.

I am cheerful for most activity stuff,walk around,have a drink
,talk to each other. 

My hobby is creative kind things
,painting,art class ,like handmade
 ,also like cooking a lot
!We can learn or do together.
I think wherever you are,people really need friends,it is a part of life
, especially we live in foreign country
.Welcome to let me know if you are also looking some new friends who is just like me!


i do not hav any working experience and dont know dutch language.
can i find find a job in amsterdam??
so that i can fund my studies and other expensesÂ
i am afraid that i will be back home without having a degree.
any help would be appreciated..

I am on a visit to Amsterdam till 01-07-2015 and would like to meet persons from all over the world .
Happy living !
i am a visual artist, my main profession was a cartoon animator, but i got involved in this big visual art thing, illustration, oil painting and design.
Since i came to the Netherlands i work as a BARISTA😊. I love animals ( i have tow cats now, and a dog soon😙) i like sport and working out , and i looooooove antiques and decorative stuff.
I am a musician by profession,but open minded to other options.would be glad to meet new friends, stay blessed.
32 years old but ageless mind and body, living in Den Haag; I am from Colombia but since 2008 I have been moving in several countries. It is what I like to do, travel but now, I just want to find a job here and start a new life.
I tend to speak before I think, sometimes funny, sometimes embarrassing but I am natural.
I am explorer and easy person to appreciate the life.
I speak english, spanish Indonesian, and Mandarin also learning Dutch (basic)
I love photography and I have nice view sometimes
I love travelling and fearless about everything.
I am looking for start my professional career in TN but also and important to have friends from everywhere from wht planet!
Chao
nice to met you all
I moved to Netherlands last year, it took me a bit to find my way but now I am starting to discover Amsterdam as great place to live. It is not so nice to visit city alone especially that current weekends are so nice to go out of city! It would be nice to meet somewhere for beer or coffee, hard to even chose which one better as I love both 
I you are willing to meet text me

Ciao, ciao Magda
Also newby here... Are you working or studying in Ams?
doei

I start a heavy duty language course next week - so hoping to further develop my dutch to get around and engage with the locals

I've had the opportunity to see some amazing countries throughout the world and I have pretty much travelled Canada coast to coast. I'm an adventure seeker - been skydiving, caving, did World's Highest Bungee jump, climbed a few mountains, and really enjoy cycling in the Netherlands. People describe me as outgoing, fun and very social.Â
My last job was working for a major hotel company training employees and leaders throughout Canada - I'm still going through the IND process of obtaining my VISA. I met my Dutch partner last year in Toronto during the FIFA World Cup - it's a romantic story - ask me about it!
Once my VISAÂ comes through, I'll be looking for a job in HR/Training/Communications - as for now though, I would like to connect with other expats, especially Canadian expats - feel free to send me an invite!Â
One last thing - I currently live in Zwolle, and I strongly get the sense that the expat community here is small to non existent. If you're in Zwolle, or in a neighbouring area - send me a message, would love to connect. Cheers!





Yes I would love to relocate to the Netherlands. I shall be visiting there for my wedding this summer but I apparently I will only have a short stay visa since I haven't learnt the language yet.
When I travel back to Nairobi I would love to join a school where I can learn the language.. Which are the recognised schools in nairobi where I can learn the dutch language and pass my integration test?
Looking forward to hearing from you.
Regards,
You can contact the nearest Dutch Embassy for more information.
A warm South African "hello" from us.....even though we now live in the Netherlands! We are looking forward to making new friends and integrating into Dutch culture, so any and all advice will be welcome.
Thanks
Tanya & Grant
For my bachelor thesis I am independently researching the communication behavior of expats regarding housing in South Holland. For this, I really need your opinion!
Filling in this survey will be GREAT, because then I will be able to graduate. Your survey responses will be confidential. I will however forever remember your participation and if I graduate I may as well be able to help you find your dream house!
Please take 10 minutes of your time and fill in the survey in the link below
enquetesmaken.nl/s/0a64d37
Many thanks!
Lucia Tjon
Welcome on board to all new members of Netherlands forum
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Looking forward to read you all
Kenjee
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Lucia2 wrote:Dear expat,
For my bachelor thesis I am independently researching the communication behavior of expats regarding housing in South Holland. For this, I really need your opinion!
Filling in this survey will be GREAT, because then I will be able to graduate. Your survey responses will be confidential. I will however forever remember your participation and if I graduate I may as well be able to help you find your dream house!
Please take 10 minutes of your time and fill in the survey in the link below
enquetesmaken.nl/s/0a64d37
Many thanks!
Lucia Tjon
Lucia2 wrote:Lucia2 wrote:Dear expat,
For my bachelor thesis I am independently researching the communication behavior of expats regarding housing in South Holland. For this, I really need your opinion!
Filling in this survey will be GREAT, because then I will be able to graduate. Your survey responses will be confidential. I will however forever remember your participation and if I graduate I may as well be able to help you find your dream house!
Please take 10 minutes of your time and fill in the survey in the link below
enquetesmaken.nl/s/0a64d37
Many thanks!
Lucia Tjon
Why you quote your own post without a comment? 

My name is Mary, I'm from Italy and I'll be moving in The Hague in August to start my bachelor degree
I'm a tad scared of being left out primarily because of my age (22 in September) and because of the language.I'm looking for some friends and advice

Thanks again!!
But I don't know where I'm start... Now I living in Hong Kong.

I have MSc in animal production science background and have been working in agriculture office department in Ethiopia.
speak english, amiharic so please help me to learn my PhD programme in agriculture.
Playing foot ball and pool.
I love travelling and fearless about everything.
I am looking for new hope with same hobbies especially in neterland.
My Name Frtes da Silva.
I live Indonesia In Jakarta.
I am very interested once to work in Holland. Job December any job I will do. I was a few years of work experience in the field entertaint this Newsletter. Wedding Organizer, Event, Singing in the Cafe. In 2010, I worked as a data entry staff at the plant, until the beginning of 2011. after that I was out of contract. then I got a job as Waiters from 2011 until mid-2013 after that I became a private driver. and finally I decided to work as a freelance in the field entertaint. I really hope the help of you to help me work in Holland. if anyone can help me? Thank You.
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