Patrick
@arbra
Swedish looking for information about Bulgaria
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About me
Swedish, Single with children
Lives in Brussels
Speaks french, dutch, english, swedish, german, and notions of bulgarian
Registration: 10 March 2013
Dental clinic in Sofia or Plovdiv by arbra
Hi all, I'm considering to visit Bulgaria very soon to put 2 or 3 implants. Can anyone recommend a dentist or a dental clinic in Sofia or in Plovdiv ? rgds
Thanks. Do you know her name by any chance ? Read More
Dental clinic in Sofia or Plovdiv
Hi all, I'm considering to visit Bulgaria very soon to put 2 or 3 implants. Can anyone recommend a dentist or a dental clinic in Sofia or in Plovdiv ? rgds Read More
Wasted Journey? I'm home already! by BruceLeeTheHealer
Hi Friends, This is just a catch up on my trip to Bulgaria. It's now 23:00 GMT on Tuesday and I am back home! All your advice was very much appreciated, however, we cannot control all of our life events, especially those which happen when we are ...
Leaving any old "kirpich" house unattended for 4 years is in Bulgaria is not a good idea... You have to count with the elements but also with unwanted visitors.... Having a housekeeper is a must ! Read More
A breakdown of living costs in a village by Corter
I have been lucky enough that an expat living in a village not far from Veliko Tarnovo has let me borrow and reprint here a breakdown of actual living costs. It originally appeared as a post in The Pavlikeni Post a Facebook group and there was a ...
Indeed, very informative. Gives me a much better idea of the cost of living there.... Thx all. Read More
Essentials to live in Bulgaria by Christine
Hi, As an expat living in Bulgaria, what would you advise the ones about to pack to bring along? What are the items you can easily find in Bulgaria? On the other hand, what is less common or quite expensive? Share with us what you would ...
There is a natural moskiti repellant... It's called Citronelle in French and works like a charm with the Swedish moskitos.... Read More
Essentials to live in Bulgaria by Christine
Hi, As an expat living in Bulgaria, what would you advise the ones about to pack to bring along? What are the items you can easily find in Bulgaria? On the other hand, what is less common or quite expensive? Share with us what you would ...
I even saw stilton there 馃榿 Read More
Essentials to live in Bulgaria by Christine
Hi, As an expat living in Bulgaria, what would you advise the ones about to pack to bring along? What are the items you can easily find in Bulgaria? On the other hand, what is less common or quite expensive? Share with us what you would ...
I don't know the name in English but you can also make your own tea if you like... "Murcalskit chai"..... it looks like this http://mursalskitea.com/en/ Read More
Essentials to live in Bulgaria by Christine
Hi, As an expat living in Bulgaria, what would you advise the ones about to pack to bring along? What are the items you can easily find in Bulgaria? On the other hand, what is less common or quite expensive? Share with us what you would ...
Don't take anything from the continent when it comes to food ...Even Bg tea is better and much healthier than the so called "British" tea, sprayed with lots of pesticides in India ;) Read More
Which region is best VT or Yambol? by annanirvanna
Hi Seeking advice from expats living all year round in Bulgaria. I am torn between 2 regions to relocate & retire to. VT or Yambol. Would appreciate words of wisdom regarding the following:- Safety & security Crime levels Gypsy ...
I think there are only 2 companies flying to Sofia.... Bulgarian Airline and Wizzair. As far as I know Wizzair doesn't allow pets onboard but with Bulgarian Airline it shouldn't pose any problem. Have you checked already their conditions ? Read More
Which region is best VT or Yambol? by annanirvanna
Hi Seeking advice from expats living all year round in Bulgaria. I am torn between 2 regions to relocate & retire to. VT or Yambol. Would appreciate words of wisdom regarding the following:- Safety & security Crime levels Gypsy ...
South of VT without any hesitation Read More
What do you like the most in Bulgaria? by Christine
Hi, Living abroad, expats discover and enjoy a new environment. What do you like the most in Bulgaria? What seduced you when settling and living here? Share with us your favorite part of living in Bulgaria and the reason why you enjoy ...
Well I suggest you to ask local people than because I found gypsies in every single village..... and I visited a lot of them. Read More
What do you like the most in Bulgaria? by Christine
Hi, Living abroad, expats discover and enjoy a new environment. What do you like the most in Bulgaria? What seduced you when settling and living here? Share with us your favorite part of living in Bulgaria and the reason why you enjoy ...
Hi...in every village you will find a gypsy neighborhood and a "dump place". This is inevitable.... Except if you move in to very expensive places in Sofia. Plovdiv or Varna/Bourgas... Ps : All gypsies aren't bad, some are even better ... Read More
Bulgarian cuisine by Priscilla
Hi, When living abroad, tasting the local cuisine is part of discovering the country. What is your favorite food in Bulgaria? What is the local speciality? Share with us the local tastes of Bulgaria and why not your best ...
Satch (褋邪褔) is my favorite one and is to die for ! It is made out of chicken, liver, mushrooms and porky stuff mixed with some vegetables and is presented in a special dish.... (picture on - grabo.bg/sofia/sach-i-vino-0nrugn) ... Read More
Is Veliko Tarnovo right for me? by TerryMMM
I've had a bit of a tour of inland Bulgaria and I've stayed for a week in a village near Sozopol. I've had loads of advice from people who have moved to Bulgaria from Britain and I have met a number of very helpful Bulgarian people. ...
Yantra is very good indeed for properties located between the triangle formed by Gabrovo / VT / Elena and so is Regent.bg too...... other "generalist" sites are address.bg, mirela.bg, icbproperties.com and many many others... Remember ... Read More
any internet or satellite provider available from abroad ?
Well i did some research and wanted to share them with You... I am currently watching Bulgarian channels from abroad from tivi.bg. The service is internet based and cost a mere 10鈧� a month 馃榿 there s no comparison possible with the ... Read More
Is Veliko Tarnovo right for me? by TerryMMM
I've had a bit of a tour of inland Bulgaria and I've stayed for a week in a village near Sozopol. I've had loads of advice from people who have moved to Bulgaria from Britain and I have met a number of very helpful Bulgarian people. ...
Vt is a lovely place and one of my favorite towns too. South of Lovech direction Troyan is beautiful but i wasn't too much impressed about Lovech itself... Same for Elena .... It is worth visiting but I wouldn't invest there.... Try also ... Read More
Safety in Bulgaria by Christine
Hi, We would like to talk about a sensitive but important topic: do you feel safe in Bulgaria? 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 agree fully with you.... I've been walking late at night in Plovdiv, Sofia, Tarnovo not to mention the seaside without any issue which wasn't always the case in Brussels, Paris or Gothenburg.... I think the main criminality problem is the ... Read More
Top 5 tips to live in Bulgaria
- Learn to become patient - Watch out during buying process and get assistance - Don't stick only with other "Expats" try to stick with the local and learn their language - Forget the "providence state" it doesn't exist - ... Read More
Veliko Turnovo or Yambol ? by Roka44
Hi Me and my partner are moving to Bulgaria in March.We found houses we like in both Veliko Turnovo and Yambol area but we can not decide which area to go for.Any information about both areas i.e weather,population break down,access to ...
VT got my preference too Read More
Rentings terms in Bulgaria by arbra
Zdraveite, Hello, Can someone tell me how the landlord / tenant laws are regulated in Bulgaria ? Like how big the initial deposit can be (if any), notice of termination, how frequently can the landlord review the rent and for how much. Who's ...
I love Gabrovo.. it's a nice city, not too big not to small and the nature around is amazing !! Read More
Rentings terms in Bulgaria by arbra
Zdraveite, Hello, Can someone tell me how the landlord / tenant laws are regulated in Bulgaria ? Like how big the initial deposit can be (if any), notice of termination, how frequently can the landlord review the rent and for how much. Who's ...
and it's a bit colder too... don't forget seaside during the winter is by far less "funny" and the weather is grumpy while inside the country it is colder but dry. Also many shops and restaurants are closing during the winter... I ... Read More
Rentings terms in Bulgaria by arbra
Zdraveite, Hello, Can someone tell me how the landlord / tenant laws are regulated in Bulgaria ? Like how big the initial deposit can be (if any), notice of termination, how frequently can the landlord review the rent and for how much. Who's ...
yes it does... Thanks for all those informations !! Sounds very balkanic and scary at the same time to rent there :/ Read More
Rentings terms in Bulgaria by arbra
Zdraveite, Hello, Can someone tell me how the landlord / tenant laws are regulated in Bulgaria ? Like how big the initial deposit can be (if any), notice of termination, how frequently can the landlord review the rent and for how much. Who's ...
Tack Thomas ;) Well if they want kick you out of the appartement, do you have any idea about the delay they have to respect ? Same for you; imagine you want to leave the appartment how long is the legal notice do you think ? Read More
Rentings terms in Bulgaria by arbra
Zdraveite, Hello, Can someone tell me how the landlord / tenant laws are regulated in Bulgaria ? Like how big the initial deposit can be (if any), notice of termination, how frequently can the landlord review the rent and for how much. Who's ...
Great ! maybe you could answers some of my questions then ? Read More
Useful Information Regarding Company Incorporation in Bulgaria by Emanuela Stomonyakova
Dear expats, As a lawyer in my practice I have met a lot of inquiries from foreigners regarding different aspects of the process of incorporation of a company in Bulgaria and afterwards. So I wanted to be helpful and clarify some of them for people ...
Blagodaria Emanuela.... very helpful indeed. Read More
Rentings terms in Bulgaria
Zdraveite, Hello, Can someone tell me how the landlord / tenant laws are regulated in Bulgaria ? Like how big the initial deposit can be (if any), notice of termination, how frequently can the landlord review the rent and for how much. Who's ... Read More
Housing in Bulgaria
Zdraveite, Hello, Can someone tell me how the landlord / tenant laws are regulated in Bulgaria ? Like how big the initial deposit can be (if any), how frequently can the landlord review the rent and for how much, should an inspection (entry/exit) ... Read More
Free rent for house repairs in Radovets by vandamiam
Hi have you ever fancied living the good life, where you are self sufficient and producing fresh veg and fruit from your own ground. We had that dream but due to ill health we are no longer able to carry it out. Our house is in the village of ...
hi, I would suggest you to rent an appartment/house first just to make sure that you like the region, the country etc... rgds Patrick Read More
any internet or satellite provider available from abroad ?
Zdraveite ! I tried to subscribe with Bulsatcom in Pazardjik last year but the mission was impossible... I've checked lately the Coolbox offer but again it is impossible if you leave abroad... Doe anyone know i way to watch Bg channels from ... Read More
Paying local property ( council) tax
Zdraveite Nedka, Is is possible to to do everything online do you think ? Not only the "bukluk" and the year taxes but the water and electricity etc etc Read More
Have you heard about bestbgproperties.com ? by chaotic
Has anyone heard of bestbgproperties.com and gave any comments about them? I am viewing a couple of properties on their list, and want to know if any members here had any dealings, good or bad, with them.. Thanks in advance
You can also just use sites like imoti.net or alo.bg, olx.bg. There you'll find properties all over the country and deal directly with the owners. Don't forget, what ever you do with a agency will cost you money... Even a simple visit, not ... Read More
Have you heard about bestbgproperties.com ? by chaotic
Has anyone heard of bestbgproperties.com and gave any comments about them? I am viewing a couple of properties on their list, and want to know if any members here had any dealings, good or bad, with them.. Thanks in advance
Indeed Ivan, customer "experience" is still quite conceptual ;) Read More
Bank account by agreen70
I will be coming to Varna or Burgas initially for 3 months so that I can see what it is like to live there. I am in my mid forties and like peace and quiet but do like to have access to restaurants and cafes, not into night life. With that in mind ...
I left Raifeisen for CCBank, no fees, good interest on deposits free credit card. You only need a passport. Read More
Have you heard about bestbgproperties.com ? by chaotic
Has anyone heard of bestbgproperties.com and gave any comments about them? I am viewing a couple of properties on their list, and want to know if any members here had any dealings, good or bad, with them.. Thanks in advance
I think that the lack of infrastructures is the main problem for the touristic development in Bg Read More
Looking at settling in BG
Hi Pam, The region around Ruse is indeed a nice one but bare in mind that the economy in Ruse is going deep down. The city itself isn't special, only plus point of this city is the location on the Danube and the proximity of Romania.. Price for ... Read More
cost of living in Bg by arbra
Hi all, Can you tell me what one should reckon as monthly cost for living in Bg ? By this i mean food, drinks, internet, Bulsatcom, house and road taxes & insurances, water & electricity.... I don't have high standards, i'm Ok with basic food ...
I think that 500eur will be more than sufficieny in the country... Varna, Bourgas, Sofia are indeed much more expensive... Read More
cost of living in Bg by arbra
Hi all, Can you tell me what one should reckon as monthly cost for living in Bg ? By this i mean food, drinks, internet, Bulsatcom, house and road taxes & insurances, water & electricity.... I don't have high standards, i'm Ok with basic food ...
Thanks for all your answers !! Read More
cost of living in Bg
Hi all, Can you tell me what one should reckon as monthly cost for living in Bg ? By this i mean food, drinks, internet, Bulsatcom, house and road taxes & insurances, water & electricity.... I don't have high standards, i'm Ok with basic food ... Read More
where to look and whats a reasonable price? by Lensta64
as above........where to look and whats a reasonable price to pay considering some work needs to done i quite like the thought of near the south turkish border,any advice be keen to hear. anyone heard of - velikoproperty.com are they reputable ?
Hej, Hur trivs du d盲r nere och hur l盲nge har du bott d盲r ? Patrick Read More
House security by Dav5ey
Does anyone know where I can purchase window guards (plastic or metal) for my house which is unoccupied for lengthy periods? Haskovo region or Plovdiv.
Metal windows shutter won't prevent thieves if they really want to get in.... they will. The best thing you could do is to "pay" one of your closest neighbours to take care of your house while you are away & simulate presence (timer etc).... or off ... Read More
How to make friends in Bulgaria 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 and other expats) when you're living in Bulgaria :top: [b]Which are your best ...
Did you consider to sign up to on-line language courses like livemocha or another one ? I did learn a lot of Bulgarian on that site and you'll also meet Bulgarians wanting to learn English so it makes the thing very easy.. Read More
Living the Dream by worldlywanderer
After a dozen years of searching over four continents we seem, at last, to have identified a place to live. It's not as if we knew nothing about it nor had we missed it on our travels, we've even looked at property there. Now we know, In the same ...
Dober den worldlywanderer, Did you find your "piece" of paradise in Ivailovdrad yet ? If so and if not to indiscrete, how well did you integrate your new community ? Pozdravi from a rainy Belgium.... where the temperatures are under de doubble ... Read More
Any Canadian/North American/English-speaking people in Plovdiv? by bg' cookie
Hello... I can hear the English echo in this place - would love to meet those who's first language is of the "Western world" - not that there is anything wrong with Eastern European dialect - just that it's 'all Greek' to me... for now ;) I'm ...
Beautiful sunny beach ??? You must be joking right ? This aint Bulgaria and isn't beautifull at all. Sadly, the seaside from Varna to Achtopol became nothing else than an overbuild "Russian reservation"... Read More
Any Canadian/North American/English-speaking people in Plovdiv? by bg' cookie
Hello... I can hear the English echo in this place - would love to meet those who's first language is of the "Western world" - not that there is anything wrong with Eastern European dialect - just that it's 'all Greek' to me... for now ;) I'm ...
Hej Patrick888 Hur 盲r livet d盲r nere ? Read More
Bonjour :) by Dklasanova
Hi everybody! I'm looking for native french speakers or bulgarians with fluent french for an interesting job opprotunity! If you are interested please just let me know! Thanks in advance! Merci beaucoup a tout le monde!
Zdraveite Dklasanova, I'm native French speaker... Can you tell me a bit more about this job ? Pozdravi Patrick Read More
Quality of life in Sheremetya (Veliko Tarnovo)
Zdraveite, Bonjour , Hello I'm considering investing in a property located in Sheremetya but i wanted to know if the massive (depot) dump yard affect in any way the life quality in the village of Sheremetya ? Is the air sometimes smelly or are they ... Read More