SimCityAt
@SimCityAT
English and Welsh expat in Austria
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About me
English and Welsh, Married
Lives in World traveler
Speaks English, German,
Registration: 08 April 2014
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Absolutely Anything Else by fluffy2560
Supposedly a thread for blabbing about anything you want and hopefully nothing will be off topic.
Oh and I've bought myself a new tablet, so playing around with that, I find it so much easier to work with. Not jad one in under a year, old one was cheap rubbish and unheard of brand. This is Samsung so I can rely on that brand. It's just getting ... Read More
Absolutely Anything Else by fluffy2560
Supposedly a thread for blabbing about anything you want and hopefully nothing will be off topic.
Oh this dawn weather, I could have stayed in, but had to go for the appointment. I wrapped up well, hat, scarf, thick coat, even got my boots out. (Not worn them in 8 years?) Not I've got a streaming nose, sneezing. Just what I bloody well need. Got ... Read More
Today's Weather by GuestPoster279
What is the weather today, where you are? Just thought this would make for an interesting long term project.
My gawd have you seen on Sky News?https://news.sky.com/story/airports-close-and-flights-disrupted-across-europe-due-to-icy-weather-13493226They are do make me laugh "First for news". In the article it says breaking news. Geeee we have known about ... Read More
Today's Weather by GuestPoster279
What is the weather today, where you are? Just thought this would make for an interesting long term project.
Weather-related travel warningDue to the forecasted weather condition, deviations and delays in train and bus services are to be expected from 12.01.2026 to 13.01.2026, afternoon in Vienna, Lower Austria, Burgenland, Upper Austria and Salzburg. We ... Read More
Today's Weather by GuestPoster279
What is the weather today, where you are? Just thought this would make for an interesting long term project.
Got a high of 4°C tomorrow just noticed. Read More
Today's Weather by GuestPoster279
What is the weather today, where you are? Just thought this would make for an interesting long term project.
For the first time in ages we are actually having a winter, snow and long days of minus temperatures. The last few years have just been 0°C and rarely getting snow. I was beginning to forget what winters were actually like and what snow looked ... Read More
Counselling in Spain by Marlene2
Hi everyone. I am seriously considering moving to the Andalucia area of Spain. I am a counsellor in private practice here in the UK. I am wondering if English speaking people in the area would be interested in counselling. I would dearly love to ...
@Christopher Gamble Always find the best ways are for humans to cooperate, HELP each other! Or are they too scared or don't care. If there's a desire to do so, it's possible for everything to be straightforward, don't you think?😊 - ... Read More
Where to find reliable handyman services in Berlin? by emrefxsahin
Looking for affordable handyman/assembly help in Berlin. Any trustworthy platforms or local groups you recommend?
@beppiIt does look like a version of My Hammer, but unfinished, which is never a good idea. Read More
New members of the Portugal forum, introduce yourselves here - 2026 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Portugal forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
@decnsandiYou also have to think about visas now, unless you hold an EU passport. Read More
International Relations by fluffy2560
A thread for discourse and rationality in international relations and current affairs. Please no ranting and no insulting posts and no conspiracy theories!
Just when you thought it couldn't get worsehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lH72poFX08A - @SimCityAT They are trying to reign him in a bit in Congress after Venezuela BUT it's hardly a major revolt amongst Republicans. I think he'll not invade. He ... Read More
Where to find reliable handyman services in Berlin? by emrefxsahin
Looking for affordable handyman/assembly help in Berlin. Any trustworthy platforms or local groups you recommend?
Hey emrefxsahin, I am renovating my house, and also struggled with the same thing. I started a directory of builders that speak English and are trustworthy. *** I hope this helps you on your search,Jake - ... Read More
Utilities cost by karenselsea
Can anyone tell me if there are details of the utilities cost of living in Cyprus on here. I may have seen something in the past but can’t find it?
Utility costs in Cyprus vary, but expect basic expenses (electricity, water, heating, cooling, garbage) for an apartment to average €150-€200 monthly, with significant seasonal spikes for air conditioning in summer and heating in winter, ... Read More
International Relations by fluffy2560
A thread for discourse and rationality in international relations and current affairs. Please no ranting and no insulting posts and no conspiracy theories!
Just when you thought it couldn't get worsehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lH72poFX08A Read More
Replacement car battery by phildraper
Anyone have any suggestions for where to purchase a replacement car battery in Paphos? Super Home Center has some but I have never heard of the make Banner!
@phildraper As Austria’s only battery producer, Banner is recognised as numbering among the international brand leaders and supplies many important automotive manufacturers such as Aston Martin, Audi, BMW, Chrysler, Mitsubishi, Porsche and ... Read More
Films to watch & to look out for by SimCityAT
I've watched a couple of films lately, and I recommend them both. 1) Irena’s Vow19 year old Irena Gut is promoted to housekeeper in the home of a highly respected Nazi officer in Poland when she finds out that the Jewish ghetto is about to be ...
Mein Gott, what a fantastic movie. I was discussing it with my friend. Possibly one of the best movies of the genre. I saw it at the cinema when I was about 10 years old. My mother took me. Loved it and still do. Brilliant soundtrack. - ... Read More