Anne
@Anne5
English expat in Greece
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About me
English, 59 years old
Speaks English & Greek, depending on the event, activity or Mother in Law...:))))
Registration: 09 March 2012
English writer and neo-philhellene in Thessaloniki by groundyness
I am an ancient Englishman! I have been staying in Thessaloniki on and off for nearly a year, and am currently back in the U.K. but will be in the city again from 30 September. I am looking to rent a furnished apartment in the centre (between ...
Hi.. My son was born in that hospital... Lol And I`m just down the road a bit..... It`s a great area , as you can travel around Thessaloniki (by bus ) very easily from that point.. How well do you know the city.? Did you know , that just ... Read More
Work of any kind, Thessaloniki by Jaiden Kyra
I am a South African expat recently arrived to Thessaloniki (via Scotland) looking for any kind of work. I have experience as a domestic cleaner as well as a personal cook, pet care, childcare, DIY and also university level qualifications in ...
Contact your Embassy , here in Thessaloniki.. they may have some job lists ... Also.. the more people you meet, the easier it is to find work .. Here.. So why not contact also I.W.O.G... ( International Womens organisation of Greece) ... they meet ... Read More
Safety in Greece by Christine
Hi, We would like to talk about a sensitive but important topic: do you feel safe in Greece? How would you define the level of safety in the country? Can you walk safely during the day and at night without any fear? Do you think there ...
Patwary ... may I ask why you gave the answer U did..? yes its true for woman is some kind difficult to move along there omonia, patesia and platia americh Why is this..? I`m interested....!? Read More
Residency permit- do we really need to have 鈧�4000 each in Greek bank?
Generally speaking, anyone holding an American passport would need at least 5,000 euros in holdings to stay here.. as anyone from the Uk .. You don1`t need anything... to stay here.. If your buying a house here in Greece... U need a tax ... Read More
Greek cuisine
The best food I get in Greece is in Thessaloniki... Bougatsa.. (cream pie ) only in Thessaloniki.. The other type of Pie (with filo) in Thess is Me Kima (with Mince (ground meat ) no where else in Greece does this exist... :) goody ... Read More
Safety in Greece by Christine
Hi, We would like to talk about a sensitive but important topic: do you feel safe in Greece? How would you define the level of safety in the country? Can you walk safely during the day and at night without any fear? Do you think there ...
Show your support of Greece... come over for a visit... it has the best prices & exchange rate for a long time... SHOW your support of Greece it`s the safest place on Earth ... :) Read More
Safety in Greece by Christine
Hi, We would like to talk about a sensitive but important topic: do you feel safe in Greece? How would you define the level of safety in the country? Can you walk safely during the day and at night without any fear? Do you think there ...
I have lived in Thessaloniki for 20yrs.... & never had a problem... And I don`t have or see in the future a problem in Thessaloniki .... :) Read More
Safety in Greece by Christine
Hi, We would like to talk about a sensitive but important topic: do you feel safe in Greece? How would you define the level of safety in the country? Can you walk safely during the day and at night without any fear? Do you think there ...
I can not write for the safety in Greece.... only for how safe you can be in Thessaloniki .. As always... Use your common scene, don`t go down dark alleyways... & don`t get distracted into watching some fight etc.... & then getting ... Read More
informations - scottish in Thessaloniki?
Hi , I`m also living in Thessaloniki.... :D A friend of mine is from Scotland...I`m Irish Ish... , I`ll get to that later.;.. mabe.. :) So what R U doing in Thessaloniki..? Do U have any catering experience..?as a friend of mine is hiring now ... Read More
New stuff in Thessaloniki.. ???
Well I don`t know anymore.., I used to have my finger on the pulse..of the where too , what to do in Thessaloniki.. & now.. , really ... I have no idea.. :( So I still know of a couple of events... here in Thessaloniki.., & I will post ... Read More
Job and Flat Hunting - any help most welcome by Clo-aki
Yasas everyone, and thanks for having me! Haha, I've never done anything like this before...when I started travelling there was no internet to help you. Anyway, I'm an English girl (well 37, though I don't feel it and noone believes ...
If your coming to Thessaloniki.. well I`m here.. he he.. & if Youre looking for friends.. join I.W.O.G. , International , Womens , Organisation of Greece... They meet up every Wednesday morning from 10 am until 12... at Ingle hall , Anatolia ... Read More
New friends in Thessaloniki
You have to click up top .. the place that used to say message.. darn it.. lol So Hi Guys.. I`ve been around for a while... Ask me any question... ??? well at least for Thessaloniki.. happy days.. Read More
Meeting new people by megfraze
For those living in thessaloniki where is the best place for new residents not from Greece to meet new friends? Or what clubs can I join to meet new people? Thanks
:D So Happy to announce.. The Official Irish St Patrick`s Eve Night.. will take place at Beer Art..Bar.. Nr the port.. of Thessaloniki.... So if your Irish or just love us lots... & love the real Irish music.. come allong & join us.. Sunday 16th ... Read More
Meeting new people by megfraze
For those living in thessaloniki where is the best place for new residents not from Greece to meet new friends? Or what clubs can I join to meet new people? Thanks
These groups are still in operation in Thessaloniki.. and they are always welcoming to people who are happy to meet them.. they are international groups , with many members from from many different countries.. Read More
Is the dream life in Greece turning nightmare in the crisis?
Did I not already, repy... Read More
Meeting new people by megfraze
For those living in thessaloniki where is the best place for new residents not from Greece to meet new friends? Or what clubs can I join to meet new people? Thanks
Hi, if you want to meet other women in Thessaloniki you could try I.W.O.G. (International Women`s Organization of Greece) they meet monthly at Anatolia college in Pylia (number 58 bus) they just had their October meeting so the next one will be in ... Read More
my best regards
Hi.. I don`t know your real name...? & I don`t care.. I was born in England from other parent, raised between 2 countries.. thats the way it is, or it used to be..:D I`m also living in Thessaloniki.. & i`m sure wel meet up at some point... ... Read More
Places to visit in Thessaloniki
& if they like ART.. there is a free Gallery on ROMANO 5 street.. it hosts different artists wekly..the Bar next door is Cool for English speekers.. it`s called Lotos... & ask for Stavros..:D Read More
Places to visit in Thessaloniki
You can always send your guests to the O.T.E. towers... it`s on the Number 7 bus route , and many more too... the Tower revolves around a 360 degree view around the town..You`ll find it at Helexpo (stasi) bus stop .. it`s free to enter unless there ... Read More
Looking for a Kindergarden in Thessaloniki
Hi.. There is a Kindergarden (Pethikostathmos ) in the city center called Teddy`s they take children from 3yrs to 5yrs old .. Then there is Anatolia (American school) I think there is a kindergarden class for 4yr olds & elementary school all the way ... Read More
Looking for work
Hi Chris....have you joined the Greek/Canadian club here in Thessaloniki...? The more people you know the more info you can receive...:))) I`m not Greek or Canadian...I just go along to be sociable from time to time...( they like the pies I make at ... Read More
Expat blog gatherings in Thessaloniki
Hi Julien... The best time to organise a meet-up in Thessaloniki would be in September, as right now everyone is winding down from work and getting ready to leave on their vacations...:))) I organize lots of get-to-gethers in Thessaloniki... I ... Read More
Bored in Thessaloniki...&what to do...
If your new in a new town, its easy....just go along to any local clubs & sighn up.... for activities... If youtr here for work..meet up after work & have a couple of drinks.. But what to do, when most of your friends leave Thessaloniki because of ... Read More
Pregnancy in Thessaloniki
Alot, bebends on where you want to givr birth... with the I.K.A. or with the Priate... Read More
Is the dream life in Greece turning nightmare in the crisis?
I`ve passed your message on to a few friends...you should be hearing from them... Friends of mine have already left...& now more are packing up..sad to see them all go...:( Read More
meeting new people and making friends
I.W.O.G. is open to members & non members (women only) Ingle Hall , Anatolia college is in Pylea on the road going up to Panorama..number 58 bus & the bus stop is called Anatolia.. I`ll give you a call in the morning...:) early.. Read More
thessaloniki friends
Hi Irini, If you`d like to meet some expats..come along to our St Patrick`s Day Party at Beer Art Bar, Lykourgou street & Samamino street (port side of the city)on Saturday 17th March.. no tickets or door charges, just pay your own drinks..wear ... Read More
meeting new people and making friends
I.W.O.G.(International Women`s Organization of Greece) is a good organization to join, if you want to meet lots of women living in Thessaloniki.. They meet for coffee once a month & organize other activities.. check out their web site: iwog.gr ... Read More
Thessaloniki flatshare
If your a student & looking for a flat share, there are always lots of posters all around the University campus... Read More
Yep, I live here & love it...:)
Thessaloniki although it`s a city..is very like a large village, after a while you start to notice that everyone knows everyone else or they are related to them..lol A good place for women to meet other English speaking women is I.W.O.G. ( ... Read More
Yep, I live here & love it...:)
First came to Thessaloniki a long, long, long time ago..I was only supposed to stay for a year, just never got around to leaving...:) So now years later, can`t think of anywhere I`d rather be..:D Read More