Eva
@Zabz
Scottish expat in Belgium
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About me
Scottish
Lives in Brussels
Speaks English, Doric, French, Hungarian, Dutch, German
Registration: 08 June 2011
New in Brussles and want to meet people? by Andres402
Hi everyone! I've been checking the forum lately and I couldn't find any meeting organized. So I've decided to open a new post and see if can arrange something! I'll start by introducing myself. My name is Andres, I'm a spanish student. I've been ...
Hi I would love to join but it's coming up for heading off on holiday.. How about organising another catch up late Aug or thereafter Z Read More
How to make friends in Brussels by expat.com
We have been talking about [url=/forum/viewtopic.php?id=891]loneliness when you are abroad[/url], let's now talk about how to make friends (locals or expatriates) when you're living in Brussels :top: [b]Which are your best tips ...
I'd be interested too, but will I be the only girl??? Read More
How to make friends in Brussels by expat.com
We have been talking about [url=/forum/viewtopic.php?id=891]loneliness when you are abroad[/url], let's now talk about how to make friends (locals or expatriates) when you're living in Brussels :top: [b]Which are your best tips ...
I've also just moved and missed the get together, any more planned in the near future? Z Read More
Digital TV decoder
Hi my TV provider has just switched off analogue TV, so my analgoue TV is now down to a few fuzzy channels. I might be leaving HU so I don't want to buy a new TV or re-new the contract. Does anyone know where I can get hold of/buy a DIGI TV digital ... Read More
Hello from Casbra
Good cheddar (especially applewood smoked), but not the plastic cheap stuff, Branston pickle, oatmeal (you can get decent porridge oats from Aldi). Have a look at jackoshea.com/page-media.php Can we have a Jack O'Shea in Budapest???? Read More
Expat Pet Club Budapest by Agnes Toth
I am looking into starting a club for all of you who own dogs or other animals, living in Budapest or in the area. I am also looking into starting off an ExpatDogWalkingDay project here in the city, so I await all who would like to meet new ...
Ok I'm being too sensible!!!! :lol: Read More
Expat Pet Club Budapest by Agnes Toth
I am looking into starting a club for all of you who own dogs or other animals, living in Budapest or in the area. I am also looking into starting off an ExpatDogWalkingDay project here in the city, so I await all who would like to meet new ...
I'd love to join, although my dog is not in Budapest and he's just had a knee operation so needs to rest anyway. Keep us posted... The Spring is supposed to start officially on Friday! idokep.hu/tavaszHave me moved to Australia, since when did ... Read More
Anyone want to meet up? by Hollycat
Does anyone feel like having a meet up one weekend? All ideas gratefully received! :) I am pretty easy going so feel free to suggest anything from a picnic on Margaret Island, to a cycle ride, to a night out on the town, or a movie or a nice place ...
Next week :) anytime after work (18h onwards) just not Wednesday. Thanx Hollycat for setting this up Z Read More
anyone want to go on the childrens railway next weekend?
Would love to but taking care of the beast, stitches are coming out this weekend, but next weekend works. Read More
Anyone want to meet up? by Hollycat
Does anyone feel like having a meet up one weekend? All ideas gratefully received! :) I am pretty easy going so feel free to suggest anything from a picnic on Margaret Island, to a cycle ride, to a night out on the town, or a movie or a nice place ...
I'm busy this weekend so for me weekends in Oct onwards or after work on weekdays but NOT Wednesdays. Read More
Anyone want to meet up? by Hollycat
Does anyone feel like having a meet up one weekend? All ideas gratefully received! :) I am pretty easy going so feel free to suggest anything from a picnic on Margaret Island, to a cycle ride, to a night out on the town, or a movie or a nice place ...
I still haven't seen Kings Speech yet... coming soon in HU: Jonny English reborn - nuf said!!! Freinds with benefts Harry Potter movie Other movies, but I'm not sure if these will make it HU: Tinker, Taylor, Soldier, spy - apparently a bit heavy ... Read More
new life, new friends? by serenity28
Hi! I recently moved to budapest with my boyfriend and now I am looking for some new friends. At first I will do a language course, then I will look for a job. Anyone interested in meeting for a coffee, drink, film or just sit around in the sun? I ...
Great idea Here is the link http://www.aborfesztival.hu/index.php?page=hir&id=142&a=0&lang=en Not sure if I can make it will know more tomorrow Z Read More
grocery stores
Best to avoid the big supermarkets here if you want cheap, they are mainly low quality for high prices over here. Try the Aldi on Tuzolto utca tram 4/6 get off at Covin Negyed. Could also try the market at Rakoczi ter (tram 4/6), you can't see ... Read More
real estate by imds99
looking for ex -pats who are in the real estate market in Budapest....to give me an insight into any potential market....cheers!
And then there is the real countryside, which is kind of hopeless in the small, but the prices are so low you might be able to raise enough capital to buy a whole village and turn it into a crime-free retreat zone if you pick the right theme. Check ... Read More
Cost of living in Hungary....? by nash786
I will be migrating to Budapest in a month or so. I'm offered a gross monthly salary of 100,000 HUF. Can I have decent life with my family with this salary. I would appreciate if anyone help me by giving a quick rounded figure for the ...
@ jelenaivona I lived in the 8th district and it's not as bad as they make out, the ghetto part has moved away from town but I wouldn't live beyond Fecske ut or Leonardo da Vinci utca. Generally speaking IBUSZ is trust worthy but the price you quote ... Read More
Looking for location.
It all depends on where in District 5 you mean... But Vermzo ut is near Szell Kalman ter (Metro line 2) Read More
Formalities to bring your pet in Hungary by Julien
Hi all, What are the formalities and paperwork required to bring your pet in Hungary? How long do formalities & paperwork usually take in Hungary? What are the relevant authorities to contact? Which vaccines are compulsory? Do your pets ...
If I every have to take my beasts back to the UK I will try to find a friend with a car or even rent a car. Although it's a long journey I feel more secure knowing what is going on rather than letting my pets go in the baggage hold. Travelling ... Read More
Cheap/free bits-and-bobs....
Do people do garage sales or car boot sales over here? Will check out the fleemarket and maybe post this info on the FB stuff for sale Thanx Z Read More
Cheap/free bits-and-bobs....
Hi I'm moving flat for a short while but in the new flat the previous tenants took most of the basics such as plates, cutlery, pots pans... etc without the landlords permission. I'm not staying there long so was wondering if Budapest has some place ... Read More
Formalities to bring your pet in Hungary by Julien
Hi all, What are the formalities and paperwork required to bring your pet in Hungary? How long do formalities & paperwork usually take in Hungary? What are the relevant authorities to contact? Which vaccines are compulsory? Do your pets ...
I have regularly travelled from Belgium to Hungary with my dog and other peoples dogs. I have used both the train and private car. I have also travelled within Belgium with my cat. Link to Movement of Pets (Dogs, Cats and Ferrets) - ... Read More
Anyone want to meet up? by Hollycat
Does anyone feel like having a meet up one weekend? All ideas gratefully received! :) I am pretty easy going so feel free to suggest anything from a picnic on Margaret Island, to a cycle ride, to a night out on the town, or a movie or a nice place ...
Looks like Captain American comes out this week in Budapest, not sure if it is in English or Hungarian though.... Any suggestion for venue or dates? Z Read More
Rice milk or almond milk? by petewsh61
I can't drink milk and water and musli don't mix. Anywhere close to the Budapest city center I can buy some rice or almond milk? Thanks!
Hi I realise you may already have your answer but I stumbled over rice milk (Rizstej) and oat milk (Zabtej), not sure if they have almond milk, in DM at Boraros ter now called Harmincketesek ter on tram 4/6, other DM stores may also stock it. If I ... Read More
Hello there! by scottishdon
First time on here, just registered. Looking to relocate to Budapest late 2011/early 2012 depending on size of financial cushion. Would really value some feedback on the practicalities of moving to BP in terms of apartment hunting, work (I'd be ...
Hi Don, I'm one of those weird mixes, honorary Scott but originally Hungarian, have spoken HU my whole life but have never lived here, actually grew up in Oxford and Aberdeen. I also hang out in the Cale!! I am happy to help with Hungarian ... Read More
Anyone want to meet up? by Hollycat
Does anyone feel like having a meet up one weekend? All ideas gratefully received! :) I am pretty easy going so feel free to suggest anything from a picnic on Margaret Island, to a cycle ride, to a night out on the town, or a movie or a nice place ...
Hi, I'd be interested but can't do 14-17 July, after that only free on week days. Cinema, drinks, picnic, night out on the town are all fine by me. Zabz Read More
Hello Hungary! by thryn76
Hello all, I am brand new to Budapest - I've been here just one month - I'm a tefl teacher and loving the city but know very few people! Kathryn
This means you have to pay both HU and US taxes. You will probably have to pay the same taxes as Hungarian but need to look into that in more details Then use the 183 days rule... Now for the legal stuff... Not exactly your case but should help: ... Read More
Which bank? by stomalomalus
Hi all, I need to set up a forint bank account at last. Now, I have been told that for Hungarian banks, they ask for you to PAY them to make money off your money. Is this true in all cases? Are there any banks available that will not charge me ...
I had this conversation with a friend over the weekend and the result was that no one bank is good at everything... If you want a good HUF account try Raiffeisen, but they only keep record for 12 months - print out all your statements. ERSTE charges ... Read More
Hello Hungary! by thryn76
Hello all, I am brand new to Budapest - I've been here just one month - I'm a tefl teacher and loving the city but know very few people! Kathryn
You will have to check if Hungary has a double taxation agreement with the US but it is highly likely that they do. If they do and you stay in Hungary less than 183 days you could possibly eligable for a Hungarian tax discount. You will need proof ... Read More
Rice milk or almond milk? by petewsh61
I can't drink milk and water and musli don't mix. Anywhere close to the Budapest city center I can buy some rice or almond milk? Thanks!
Hi I found a place that does freely squeezed Goats milk, which the stomach can digest more easily. Go to the small cheese stall in the market at Rakoczi ter (behind the construction site for Metro 4), but I would also like to get hold of either rice ... Read More