Catriona
@CatrionaM
Scottish expat in Spain
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About me
Scottish
Lives in barcelona
Registration: 10 September 2009
Irish Products by kelloc_91
Hi everyone!! Does anybody know where to buy Irish products in Barcelona??
hey, don't know if you've managed to find any irish products as yet. i work in a taste of home, the british supermarket and we have lots of things from the uk, some irish, some american and some random stuff. if there's something you want, we can ... Read More
Expat blog meetup - Friday 11th November by JPope
So, we haven't had an expat meetup from this forum for a while (that actually happens and people come to), so let's have one! We'll be meeting on the 11th November: London Bar, C/ Nou de la Rambla, 34 at about 8pm. Anyone who fancies coming ...
ill ask the boy wonder and if he's up for it, we'll be there too. Read More
Ex-pat meet-up.
Isn't it about time we organised another ex-pat party? By the looks of things, quite a few people are coming in August so maybe we should have one sometime then? I'm back in Scotland until 2nd Aug so might I suggest the 2nd weekend - which would be ... Read More
Daytime mum and toddler groups :) by lindseyb
Hi All, Does anyone know of any English speaking daytime groups for mum and toddlers. Everything I have found so far is in the evening and I want to keep my 15 month old on a UK timetable of bed at 7 :) x
Hi Lynsey, I work for a company called Keiko's Dream. As yet, we haven't started daytime classes as it's still a very young company but we are aiming to start morning and early afternoon classes, particularly for mums and toddlers. We hope to start ... Read More
Tanning Salons
there looks to be a decent one a c mallorca 539 called solmania. ive never been in myself but it looks pretty good. theres also one on gran via as youre heading up to sagrada familia, cant for the life of me remember what its called ir exactly where ... Read More
Job going
I'm finishing my position at the British supermarket and am looking for someone to take over for me asap. Saturday 3pm-9pm and sunday 11am-3pm. 5 euro an hour, 10% staff discount and bonus if you sign up a friend to their sky installation service. ... Read More
Burns' Night
you'll get some on the bbq tomorrow john boy. im not sure if its legal to have an englishman at a burns night. there's a high stabbing risk. Read More
Burns' Night
Any Scottish people in Barcelona celebrating Burn's Night this year? We obtained a massive haggis at Edinburgh airport before we flew back and wondered if anyone wanted to share it with us. Mince, neeps and tatties galore! Read More
Busking by CatrionaM
Does anyone want to go busking with me? I麓m a singer (jazz, blues, soul, pop kind of stuff) and am looking for someone to jam with. Not sure what the protocol for busking is here is Spain (you need a licence in the UK) so any advice on that would be ...
great thea! yes, you can email me through this forum. ill add you as a friend so its easier.or you can get me on facebook, my names catriona molver. i love the sax, i used to sing in a jazz band. cant麓t wait to get started! Read More
Busking
Does anyone want to go busking with me? I麓m a singer (jazz, blues, soul, pop kind of stuff) and am looking for someone to jam with. Not sure what the protocol for busking is here is Spain (you need a licence in the UK) so any advice on that would be ... Read More
EXPAT BLOG party - 16/10 by JPope
Last months meetup was good fun, so it's probably about time to do it again. I'm proposing that we meet up in a pub somewhere on Saturday 16th October. We should have a think about the venue, as it was a bit loud to converse last time, and some ...
Indeed I do. No details as yet, I've got some research to do but basically I want to go and do karaoke. If anyone has been to a karaoke bar and can recommend it then post on and if people could give me their potential dates so I can decide the best ... Read More
EXPAT BLOG party - 16/10 by JPope
Last months meetup was good fun, so it's probably about time to do it again. I'm proposing that we meet up in a pub somewhere on Saturday 16th October. We should have a think about the venue, as it was a bit loud to converse last time, and some ...
I'll be there too. Like the sound of the venue. Read More
EXPAT BLOG party - 11/09 by CatrionaM
hi everyone! i'm proposing another meeting for all those in barcelona that are looking to make friends. some people already met in july and i heard that they had a great time. how does everyone feel about Saturday 11th september? one member even ...
That sounds nice. Tell us when! Read More
EDUCATION WITHOUT FRONTIERS BENEFIT CONCERT
Hey Denise. I won麓t be able to make it to the concert or the first weeks rehearsals as I have family over visiting. Would it be okay if I came the week after though? I麓m really keen to do something fun. Read More
EXPAT BLOG party - 11/09 by CatrionaM
hi everyone! i'm proposing another meeting for all those in barcelona that are looking to make friends. some people already met in july and i heard that they had a great time. how does everyone feel about Saturday 11th september? one member even ...
Hi everyone! Yes, it was a great success. All down to me. haha! Yes, J, I know I麓m a dirty runner. I just couldnt face fighting my way back into the club after Id escaped. Never mind. So, where are we going next and when? Read More
EXPAT BLOG party - 11/09 by CatrionaM
hi everyone! i'm proposing another meeting for all those in barcelona that are looking to make friends. some people already met in july and i heard that they had a great time. how does everyone feel about Saturday 11th september? one member even ...
hi everyone! neil and I have settled in nicely in our new apartment. The only thing missing is internet access so I write this from a cafe across the road. Looking forward to Saturday. Diddly, good thinking about it being in the back. Whoever麓s ... Read More
Dinner "club" by JPope
My wife and I love eating and cooking, and the other day I was thinking that maybe it would be a nice idea to start a dinner party "club". of 6-10 people. We would meet at regular intervals (once a week maybe), in rotation at a different persons ...
I think Neil and I would be really keen on this idea. We both like to cook and it'd be a great experience to try different food. Haggis anyone? Read More
EXPAT BLOG party - 11/09 by CatrionaM
hi everyone! i'm proposing another meeting for all those in barcelona that are looking to make friends. some people already met in july and i heard that they had a great time. how does everyone feel about Saturday 11th september? one member even ...
quick update. i emailed my friend at the george payne bar and she says that they will be open. it is a public holiday but she reckons most touristy bars and cafes will still open.is 8pm ok for everyone? i think ill make a sign or something so ... Read More
EXPAT BLOG party - 11/09 by CatrionaM
hi everyone! i'm proposing another meeting for all those in barcelona that are looking to make friends. some people already met in july and i heard that they had a great time. how does everyone feel about Saturday 11th september? one member even ...
good thinking b_c_n, ill email my friend who works at the george payne and see what the craic is with places being open that day. Read More
EXPAT BLOG party - 11/09
hi everyone! i'm proposing another meeting for all those in barcelona that are looking to make friends. some people already met in july and i heard that they had a great time. how does everyone feel about Saturday 11th september? one member even ... Read More
Moving to BCN in June 2010 by GuestPoster10236
Hey everyone! I'll be moving to BCN for work starting June and would love to meet new people. I was an exchange student in BCN from Jan-April of this year and just finished my graduate program in the US. Would love to meet people who love outdoor ...
im starting a new thread for a meeting. ill call it 'ex-pat party'. Read More
Best way to move from UK to BCN by shaka1976
I'm going to be moving to BCN in August but haven't decided the best way to move my belongings. I don't have masses of belonging just a few small items of furniture, clothes and personal stuff. Its to much to take on the plane so thought about ...
hey shaka, we were kinda on the same position as you. we decided to cut our losses and leave the furniture. ikea is near the centre of barcelona so we're just goin to get new stuff. getting stuff shipped over is a fortune, you'd be cheaper paying ... Read More
Moving to BCN in June 2010 by GuestPoster10236
Hey everyone! I'll be moving to BCN for work starting June and would love to meet new people. I was an exchange student in BCN from Jan-April of this year and just finished my graduate program in the US. Would love to meet people who love outdoor ...
hey! yeah, a few people met up on 9th. my boyfriend and I couldnt manage unfortunately but one of the girls told me it was pretty fun. neil and i will be there permanently from 6th sept so if there's another meeting, count us in. is it wise to ... Read More
Decent letting agents - Barcelona by chimes
Hola todos - I'm moving over in August, and need to rent an apartment - can pay up to about 1750 Euros per month - I need somewhere pretty good, quiet and safe with decent furnishings. Does anyone have experience of a good letting agent they would ...
Hi, We have just signed the lease and have been given the keys to our new appartment. We decided to go with Modus Vivendi and i reckon it was the best decision we made as they couldn't have done more to help us. Our agent was absolutely lovely ... Read More
3 month sojourn to Barcelona
Hi! My boyfriend and I have been looking online for apartments and I reckon you could get something for your budget. It wouldn't be very big (say 50-60 sqm) and probably one bedroom. If you're willing to be a wee bit further out of the centre, you ... Read More
Moving to BCN in June 2010 by GuestPoster10236
Hey everyone! I'll be moving to BCN for work starting June and would love to meet new people. I was an exchange student in BCN from Jan-April of this year and just finished my graduate program in the US. Would love to meet people who love outdoor ...
Great! So 9th of July it is then at the fountain on Placa Reial. Is it possible to meet at 9pm? Us Scottish folks aren't used to the late nights yet! Can't wait to meet you all. xx Read More
Moving to BCN in June 2010 by GuestPoster10236
Hey everyone! I'll be moving to BCN for work starting June and would love to meet new people. I was an exchange student in BCN from Jan-April of this year and just finished my graduate program in the US. Would love to meet people who love outdoor ...
looks like there's a few of us up for meeting up. 9th july is good for us too. can someone suggest a bar or cafe and a time of day? the other thing is recognising each other. those who have facebook, my name is catriona molver so add me so i can get ... Read More
Decent letting agents - Barcelona by chimes
Hola todos - I'm moving over in August, and need to rent an apartment - can pay up to about 1750 Euros per month - I need somewhere pretty good, quiet and safe with decent furnishings. Does anyone have experience of a good letting agent they would ...
Hi, We're in the same position as yourself just now. So far, SH haven't been much cop for us either which is a bummer as they seem to have the best properties. The best ones in terms of keeping us up to date have been modus vivendi, monica rusch and ... Read More
Moving to BCN in June 2010 by GuestPoster10236
Hey everyone! I'll be moving to BCN for work starting June and would love to meet new people. I was an exchange student in BCN from Jan-April of this year and just finished my graduate program in the US. Would love to meet people who love outdoor ...
My boyfriend and I will be in Barcelona on 5th July also. All the people on this post in the same position (including us) should try and arrange a time and place to meet up. Any suggestions from those that are already there? Read More
Teaching in Barcelona by chrisbutler
Hi, I will be moving to Barcelona in August this year as my wife has been offered a job teaching in an international school. I am also a teacher and so am also looking for jobs in international schools, however, as a plan B I am trying to find out ...
Hi, My boyfriend and I are moving to Barcelona in Sept. I'm also a teacher and have the same qualification as you. I'm not entirely sure if our qualifications are enough but I think alot of schools look for the baccalauriate (not the right spelling ... Read More
any1 want a couple of new friends? by neilybuck
hey how's it goin? my girlfriend catriona and i r moving to barcelona in september we have posted a few times on here before. we r coming 2 barcelona in july for 2 weeks 2 view apartments before we move in september (we cant stay from july until ...
I'll be your pal! Oh, wait, I'm your girlfriend.xxx Read More
Calling all Dance music fans!
Hi Natasha. My boyfriend and I are moving over in September and he'll be away for a month at a time working on the oil rigs. I'm also looking to make contact with like-minded people for when I get over. If you want to keep in touch my email is ... Read More
Moving soon!
Hey. we're not sure where we'll be living yet. we've done some research into what areas would be suitable for us and so far the likes of Eixemple and Gotica look like our kind of places (probably spelt them wrong). We're coming over in July for 2 ... Read More
FAO thebadrash by CatrionaM
Hi! Something's wrong with my private messaging. Thanks for getting back. Looks like it's still go for moving. We've decided to move in September, coming over in July to look for a place to stay. We're getting pretty excited now - making all the ...
Thanks to everyone that posted back. Scotland has this thing where the government gives you 拢200 to learn anything you want so im away to sign up for some Spanish lessons. I'd be so grateful to have people to meet up with once we get over. As I ... Read More
Looking for friends by jacqui.hw
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Hi! My boyfriend and I are moving to Barca in Sept. He'll be offshore for a month at a time so I'm also looking for people to hang out with. Lets keep in touch and hopefully we can meet up once I get over there. Catriona Read More
FAO thebadrash
Hi! Something's wrong with my private messaging. Thanks for getting back. Looks like it's still go for moving. We've decided to move in September, coming over in July to look for a place to stay. We're getting pretty excited now - making all the ... Read More
Moving soon!
Hello! Me and my man are moving to Barcelona soon. Any tips, advice or comments would be appreciated. xx Read More
Hiiii by BellaBarcelona
Hi all, I'm moving to Barcelona in October and am looking for friends, tips, advice, suggestions, feedback. (Anything that can make the move seem less foreign and culture-shock-esque. ;). Not sure how active the community is on here, just stumbled ...
Hi, Me and my boyfriend are also moving to barca next summer. What are you going to do when you're there? My boyfriend works offshore so it doesnt really matter where we're based. Im thinking about going to uni to get some spanish and catalan as ... Read More
Finding a home in Barca
My boyfriend and I are moving to Barca probably next year. I've done a few preliminary searches for places to live but im not having much success. Any advice as to how to go about getting an appartment? We'd want to be fairly central and could pay ... Read More