Michelle
@BluenoseGirl
Canadian expat in England
Forum posts
12
Contacts
3
About me
Canadian
Lives in London
Speaks english
Registration: 08 May 2011
Olympics by expatriatetaxreturns
Anyone going to the Olympics this year in London? If you are which events will you be attending? If you aren't going, which events are you looking forward to?
I live a 25 minute walk from the Olympic Village, so looking forward to getting involved. I couldn't get any tickets to events in the Olympic stadium that I could afford 拢300 is a bit much for me! I do have tickets to fencing and boxing :) I will ... Read More
Have you ever been lonely as an expat? by hutkgjf
Life as an expat can be very exciting and adventurous ! but the flip side is that at some point you can be sad and lonely here's my confession: Sometimes i feel lonely, but the country where i am now there are not many beautiful women and besides ...
I think unless you like your own company you will find the adjustment time a hard one. It takes time to build friendships and a network of support in a new place. I think it's something most nonexpats take for granted. It takes about 2 years to ... Read More
Moving to London or not???
I wouldn't want to live on less than 拢25 000 in London and by the sounds of the standard of living you have in Belgium (your own place) London may be a shock as you would need flatmates to get by on the salary you mentioned. You will have to ... Read More
Expats meeting by FarahB
Hi everyone! I arrived In London, a week ago. I found an accommodation, almost a job ... But I don't have any contacts here. I'm from France, if anyone would like to have a drink sometime, just let me know. Cheers, Farah
If you look on meetup.com you will be sure to find a meet up with people either new to town or with similar interests to yourself. London has 1000's of meetups. Read More
A present from England
Being Canadian in England I would suggest Pim's, Minstrels (or other galaxy chocolate), a couple copies of Gratzia, Harbio Sweets, McVities Digestives (chocolate caramel kind), and millionaire shortbread. Mint Aero hot chocolate, the one that ... Read More
Television
You might as there is ESPN over here... you might also want to check out something called Slingback which a lot of expats use. I don't use it but this explains it businessweek.com/magazine/content/05_34/b3948015_mz006 and here are the ESPN ... Read More
New here. Thinking of moving to London but don't know where to begin! by papillon950
Hello everyone! I'm so excited to find a place where I can talk to people who have experience and can offer advice. I'm a recently graduated 24 year old. Currently I live in Denver, CO, but lately I've been considering moving and working in England ...
I think you are pretty clear on the ups and downs and challenge ahead, and that is part of what it is all about! Finding out about yourself and gaining the confidence that going outside your comfort zone can give you. The thing I think you should ... Read More
sending money from the uk to the usa by UK/US Shannon
Any idea how to make these transfers without incurring incoming transfer fees? As I am an 'advance' customer at HSBC UK, I can avoid the actual transfer fee from HSBC UK but then Chase charges $15 per incoming international transfer. And no one in ...
You can also try http://www.travelex.co.uk/uk/send-money-now.aspx they are the company we use at work for foreign exchange, so a reputable company and very reasonable, they don't charge outrageous fees. Read More
Hello everyone!
Also Meetup.com is a grate place to find groups interested in things you are interested in too! Read More
Hello everyone!
I've met some great people via http://london.citysocialising.com/home_e.html It takes time so don't get discouraged! I'm thinking about signing up again as 2 of my good friends are moving back to their home countries next month! Read More
Moving to London From the US by dvhutton1
I am a chef in Atlanta, Ga wishing to see the world. It has been recommended, London. Sounds great, and from what I hear London is an awesome place. So, I know very little about England. Just started to look up how to make it happen. Got Visa info, ...
Hi, Sounds like you are getting under way. As to good places to work, anything in zone 1 or 2 should have good transport links, I wouldn't suggest narrowing it down more than that though, especially the way the economy is now. As to where to ... Read More
New here. Thinking of moving to London but don't know where to begin! by papillon950
Hello everyone! I'm so excited to find a place where I can talk to people who have experience and can offer advice. I'm a recently graduated 24 year old. Currently I live in Denver, CO, but lately I've been considering moving and working in England ...
Hi! I think you should continue forward investigating your visa/transfer options. Once you have that taken care of the other things will fall into place. London is a great city and as you said you are young and unattached, you are right to try ... Read More