b_c_n
French expat in Spain
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French
Lives in Barcelona :D
Speaks Spanish, Catalan, French, English
Registration: 24 February 2010
Meet people in BCN by Clauxa
Hi everyone! I麓m in Bcn doing a phd and I would like to meet people in the city cause my friend circle here is very limited!
Hello!!! It's been a loooong time without visiting expatblog!!! more than a year! I would love to do something tonight! Gracia??? Read More
Meeting on the 7th by b_c_n
Hello everyone! After a long time without a meeting with the Expats in BCN, I think is a very good reason to get together again and [b]celebrate[/b] the new year [b]2011[/b]! I propose the [b]7th of January[/b] after the 3 wise men come to visit us! ...
Hi to all! Just my number in case we change places or you don't find where we are! See you in 1h! 625393770 Laura Read More
Meeting on the 7th by b_c_n
Hello everyone! After a long time without a meeting with the Expats in BCN, I think is a very good reason to get together again and [b]celebrate[/b] the new year [b]2011[/b]! I propose the [b]7th of January[/b] after the 3 wise men come to visit us! ...
I went on wednesday to tell them that we were coming... I said 10. If we want to order something to eat it's easier than if we stay at the other side of the bar which is very small... anyway I'll call around 18h to say we're still in! See you ... Read More
Meeting on the 7th by b_c_n
Hello everyone! After a long time without a meeting with the Expats in BCN, I think is a very good reason to get together again and [b]celebrate[/b] the new year [b]2011[/b]! I propose the [b]7th of January[/b] after the 3 wise men come to visit us! ...
Nice! I am going today... so I'll tell them! Should I say we will be around 10? or more? who's comig??? Be good tonight if you don't want to get some coal! See you there! Read More
Meeting on the 7th by b_c_n
Hello everyone! After a long time without a meeting with the Expats in BCN, I think is a very good reason to get together again and [b]celebrate[/b] the new year [b]2011[/b]! I propose the [b]7th of January[/b] after the 3 wise men come to visit us! ...
Happy New Year!!! I live in Gr脿cia too, so for me it's perfect if we meet there! I don't know if we should ask for a table... some of the bars are big enough... some others they won't let us in :S "La Mandr脿gora" in carrer Progr猫s is big enough... ... Read More
Some experience to share.. by indianabroad
Hello fellow expats, This is Sougata here from Barcelona. Though am living here since last year Dec and working a PhD student at UPF, but am a not a regular at this site since now..:(( But now i am really interested to make some cool friends as my ...
Hola! Here is the proposal for the meeting! I hope everybody can make it! /forum/viewtopic.php?id=59765 See you there! Read More
Meeting on the 7th
Hello everyone! After a long time without a meeting with the Expats in BCN, I think is a very good reason to get together again and celebrate the new year 2011! I propose the 7th of January after the 3 wise men come to visit us! :D So if you have ... Read More
New to Barcelona (almost)!
Hi Ashalei! Some of us will be meeting on the 7th, I should create the event... If is too early and you're not in Barcelona yet, we have done several meetings in bars, so we could make another one later! Keep u posted! Laura Read More
Racism in Barcelona. by EdMontreal
I normally prefer posting things that are positive, but unfortunately this one is not one of those. As I explained, I am Canadian/Mexican. If you see my picture you will understand what I am talking about. Anyway, since I am in Spain I have received ...
I am really sorry to hear that... I hope it doesn't happen again. Laura Read More
Some experience to share.. by indianabroad
Hello fellow expats, This is Sougata here from Barcelona. Though am living here since last year Dec and working a PhD student at UPF, but am a not a regular at this site since now..:(( But now i am really interested to make some cool friends as my ...
LOL! Then I guess we could meet for a drink someday! I'm leaving for Xmas... coming back for new year's eve and then staying here :D How is the 7/01/2011 (First time writing 2011... feels weird :P) If you have other options let us know! Fins aviat! Read More
Some experience to share.. by indianabroad
Hello fellow expats, This is Sougata here from Barcelona. Though am living here since last year Dec and working a PhD student at UPF, but am a not a regular at this site since now..:(( But now i am really interested to make some cool friends as my ...
Hi there! I'm from Barcelona and I'm pretty disapointed to hear that... I love to mix with foreign people and I'm not the only one! I rekon to be a little bit harder to get to know people when you're abroad, but it is not a background problem... it ... Read More
heyy expats!!!lany suggestion to do some activities together!! by ozlem
Hi I'm Ozlem. I'm living in Barcelona since september. Before, I was living in Madrid for 1.5 year. Here I'm studying acting and writing a thesis in Sociology of Fine Arts...Actually, it was easier in madrid to make friends and enjoy the activities ...
Hi everyone! I would love to go... but I can't, I'm having a pre-Xmas party on Saturday! and this is a huge "puente", so I'll be going to the mountains... If you're doing something tomorrow I could join you! Fins aviat! Read More
quiz night!!
Hi! It was really fun!I went with my flatmates, my brother and a friend, everyone from different palces, so it was a nice mixture! We almost won... but terence trent derby i still don't know what it is :P Hope to see you there next time! L Read More
quiz night!!
Hi everyone!!! We are a bunch of people going to the quiz pub tonight. It is in Teatreneu (C/Terol) starting at 21h. Feel free to join us! Laura Read More
Trivial quizz night by b_c_n
Hello Everyone! There is a bar in Gr脿cia (Teatreneu) that makes quizz' nights every 2 Sundays. It is in English and Spanish at the same time, so everybody can understand the questions. The bar is pretty cool, is an old Theater and sometimes they ...
Nice! I hope you enjoy the meal! See you for the next one! Read More
Trivial quizz night by b_c_n
Hello Everyone! There is a bar in Gr脿cia (Teatreneu) that makes quizz' nights every 2 Sundays. It is in English and Spanish at the same time, so everybody can understand the questions. The bar is pretty cool, is an old Theater and sometimes they ...
well then, i guess is just us... see you there at 20.45 Read More
Trivial quizz night by b_c_n
Hello Everyone! There is a bar in Gr脿cia (Teatreneu) that makes quizz' nights every 2 Sundays. It is in English and Spanish at the same time, so everybody can understand the questions. The bar is pretty cool, is an old Theater and sometimes they ...
Is anyone else? we could move it for the next time... Halloween night tonight! Read More
Trivial quizz night by b_c_n
Hello Everyone! There is a bar in Gr脿cia (Teatreneu) that makes quizz' nights every 2 Sundays. It is in English and Spanish at the same time, so everybody can understand the questions. The bar is pretty cool, is an old Theater and sometimes they ...
Done! I forgot to say that is 2聙/person! Ciao Read More
Trivial quizz night
Hello Everyone! There is a bar in Gr脿cia (Teatreneu) that makes quizz' nights every 2 Sundays. It is in English and Spanish at the same time, so everybody can understand the questions. The bar is pretty cool, is an old Theater and sometimes they ... 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 ...
Deffenetly going to Antikaraoke! It starts around 22.00, after that there's what they call Nasty Mondays... should be fun! Inform us when are you going @10! 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 ...
It sounds like you have a plan for next month! I'm sorry I couldnt make it... I really wanted to go!!! Well, hope to see you there next time! Laura 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 ...
Hi Diddly6969, i went yesterday night but they were closing... I wanted to go tomorrow again, thanks a lot! I'm sorry i won't be coming on saturday, i'll try to pass at least for 10min, but i'm pretty bussy right now... Thanks again 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 ...
Hi everyone! I am sorry i won't be able to make it... but still, i can go and check for you guys, anyway... if somebody knows another bar could go... El caf猫 del teatre is in carrer Torrijos, is the street that leads to Pla莽a de la Virreina, ... Read More
TATTOOS by Svonalla87
there may be an old topic on this but basically i love tattoos and i really want to get some work done while im here does anyone know of any decent tattoo artists and where to find them here?? or websites or anything would much appreciate the ...
Hi there! check in "L'embruix" it is set in the Gothic quarter. I know 4-5 people who've got them there, they're really happy with their tatoos. It is also one of the most known places in bcn to get one... Read More
Got my Nie - but what about the other number... by chimes
... that I need to be able to work officially? Is it Social Security or something? Any advice? I have the form, but... Ta!
You can get the SS number if you're employed by some spanish company... if you're working by yourself i can check it out for you... 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 ...
What about a place in Gr脿cia??? Caf猫 del teatre o teatreneu... i could go and ask to check if we could stay there... Read More
swimming pool
Hi there! There's one in my old school. It is private but is fine. Is in Maristes la Immaculada (Passeig de Sant Joan). There is another one near Hospital Clinic which is public. Les piscines Picornell are in Montjuic and those ones are really nice ... Read More
BAM Concerts by b_c_n
Hi Everyone! Tomorrow afternoon, some friends and I are going to Poutrelles Fever Concert. If anyone wants to come, we could arrange to meet up first. See you! Laura
If anyone wants to come... Pla莽a del Rei (Metro Jaume I) Sophie Hunger and Richard Swift Ciao Read More
BAM Concerts by b_c_n
Hi Everyone! Tomorrow afternoon, some friends and I are going to Poutrelles Fever Concert. If anyone wants to come, we could arrange to meet up first. See you! Laura
Cool! I'll send you my cell number in a PM. See you there! Laura Read More
BAM Concerts
Hi Everyone! Tomorrow afternoon, some friends and I are going to Poutrelles Fever Concert. If anyone wants to come, we could arrange to meet up first. See you! Laura Read More
Belle & Sebastian - 25/09 - FREE!
Coucou! I'm going to the concert too! it will be VERY crowded, there are two other groups before them. I'm going with a bunch of people so i guess we'll get in for the three concerts, I don't think it will be enough place just for Belle and ... 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 ...
Yes it was pretty fun! :D I don't know if you feel like going to a concert for the BAM? 25th september, Belle & Sebastian in the old Estrella Damm Factory. See you! 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! I might be coming with one or two friends, really nice people! Looking forward to meet you all this saturday! Ad茅u! Read More
My 30/50 travelcard thing... by chimes
My question is, when I use it on the Renfe, does it still only take 1 journey per journey? Silly question, I know, but... Thanks!
Hi! Yes, you can use the renfe... just 1 stop! and 1 journey charged! Laura Read More
My 30/50 travelcard thing... by chimes
My question is, when I use it on the Renfe, does it still only take 1 journey per journey? Silly question, I know, but... Thanks!
Hi Chismes! It would take 1 journey everytime you use it... it's like you were using a regular one (T10). Depending on how many zones you are traveling to, you'll have more time to trasfer from the metro to the renfe. For example, if you have zone 1 ... 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 Catriona! I'm up for it too! We should check if the bars are open... 11th sept is a holiday! I don't think it we'll be a problem if is an Irish pub :D Me and and some others from 大咖福利影院 met in July, it was fun! Hope to see lots of people ... 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 ...
Hi Everyone! It'd be fun to meet in September! Just a thing... The 11th is the National day of Catalonia, I don't know if there would be something going on in Bcn... I'm going tonight to "Fiestas de Gr脿cia", if anyone ones to come here is my number: ... 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 ...
Sorry... My bad... I thought it was on Friday! I'll be there at 9pm! We'll find each other don't worry :D Cheers! 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 ...
Hi everyone! I'll be there at 21h, unless Spain goes to the final :P We're going tonight with a bunch of friends to watch Germany-Spain, does anyone want to come? C u on Friday! Laura 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 ...
Hi Everyone! I don't know how many of us will be meeting on the 9th July... so I suggest to meet at Pla莽a Reial, there is a Fountain in the middle, we could meet there around 22:00? Then we can find a bar to stay or maybe a terrace! If 22:00 is to ... Read More
Regular train - Sants to Catalunya by chimes
Hi - does anyone know if I can get a speedy overground train from Sants to Placa de Catalunya, or nearby? I believe they stop at Passeig de Gracia...? How often? How quick? Crowded? How much? Ta!!
Hola! You can get from Sans Estaci贸 to Pla莽a Catalunya by metro (L3 - green line), you can also go by bus but i think it's longer than the metro. Metro and buses are very crowded in the morning and in the evening to go to work and school. Here is ... 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 ...
Hi! You might find interesting ads in fotocasa.com, idealista.com or lloguerjove. Hope you'll find something, i'll ask some friends if they're looking for a flatmate! Cheers! 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 ...
Hi Everyone! It's a great idea!!! What about the 9th July? Pla莽a Reial?? there's a lot of bars and pubs around there! Laura 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 ...
Hi Everyone! I'm moving back to Barcelona, I've been living abroad for 4 years but my home is near the sea. I'll get there by the end of June and I'll spent most of the summer there, so I'll be happy to show you around, it could be nice if we were a ... Read More
Moving soon!
Hi Catriona! The quarters you're saying are pretty known: l'Eixample is very well comunicated you'll have metro and buses all the time, you'll also find the appartments newer than in the Gothic part. I would say l'Eixample is a nice place to live ... 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 ...
Hi Cat! I'm from Barcelona, right now living in Paris... but anyway I'm moving back again to Bcn in July-August! If you're visiting the city for a few days let me know I might now some people changing or leaving flats that could help you! If you're ... Read More