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
About
Hi I have been living in Austria for over 15 years and loving ever bit of my new life here. After 1 year of being here I felt that Austria was my new home so I sold my house back in the UK and bought a place here. Feel free to drop me a line should you need any help with any subject on Austria.
Education
Blackpool
General Baccalaureate, Hospitality
1992
My expat journey
World traveler, Austria
Whats not to dislike
Berndorf, Lower Austria, Austria
Swansea, Wales
Blackpool, England, England
Paris, France
Rugby, England, England
Norfolk, England, England
Rugby, England
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Move to France by Flynn1002001
Good morning,If anyone could please give me a true version of what moving to France is actually like, the up and downs, good and bad etc. My husband and I are hoping to make the move within the next couple of years. I am doing as much research as ...
Good morning, If anyone could please give me a true version of what moving to France is actually like, the up and downs, good and bad etc. My husband and I are hoping to make the move within the next couple of years. I am doing as much research as ... Read More
Navigating friendships as an expat in Germany by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Moving to Germany reshapes many aspects of life, and friendships are often one of the biggest changes. Whether you're maintaining lifelong bonds back home, building new local relationships, or forming connections with fellow ...
This dynamic is often described using the "Peach vs. Coconut" cultural metaphor, where Americans are peaches (soft outside, hard shell inside) and Germans are coconuts (hard shell outside, sweet inside). Read More
"What to look for on: TV, Online, Radio, & Cinema" 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 ...
@fluffy2560$200 million budget, but only took $114millionSpecial effects does look good. Maybe they thought it would appeal to a new generation? But you are right, it is past sell by date. Read More
"What to look for on: TV, Online, Radio, & Cinema" 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 ...
The Death of Robin Hood2026Action / Adventure / DramaGrappling with his past after a life of crime and murder, Robin Hood finds himself gravely injured after a battle he thought would be his last. In the hands of a mysterious woman, he is offered a ... Read More
"What to look for on: TV, Online, Radio, & Cinema" 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 ...
Masters of the Universe2026Action / Adventure / Fantasy / Sci-FiAfter being separated for 15 years, the Sword of Power leads Prince Adam back to Eternia, where he discovers his home shattered under the fiendish rule of Skeletor. To save his family ... Read More
Considering moving to Portugal by jeffcontreras
Hello everyone! I have recently gone through some life changes and will be selling my home in NC, USA. After that I am considering moving to Portugal in the Algarve region. It seems the best from my research due to its lower cost and number of ...
Have a read of this Thread:Cheap 12-month rental agreement as proof of accommodation 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!
Iran war latest: Trump threatens to destroy bridges and power plantsThe US has attacked Iran for the 11th consecutive night, after Donald Trump suggested strikes would target a nuclear material stockpile soon. Iran has warned that would escalate the ... Read More
Considering moving to Portugal by jeffcontreras
Hello everyone! I have recently gone through some life changes and will be selling my home in NC, USA. After that I am considering moving to Portugal in the Algarve region. It seems the best from my research due to its lower cost and number of ...
Moving to Portugal is an exciting step, but you are completely right—the D7 visa loop can feel like a "chicken-and-egg" problem. You do not need a visa to secure a property; you actually secure the property first from abroad using a Portuguese ... 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!
@fluffy2560 I love their family names! Magyar/"Hungary", and Polgár/"Citizen" (unless Google Translate has messed it up). Seeing PM Magyar's name brought back a rush of memories from my youth of my stamp collection hobby. "Magyar Posta" ... Read More
Matriculation of 2002 Vespa PX125 by AntPD
Does anyone have any experience of matriculating a UK registered 2002 Vespa scooter? The speedo shows both mph and kph but the odometer displays miles. Presumably the speedo can’t just be replaced because the mileage/kilometres would be ...
One thing you have over looked. Before arriving at the ITV station, you will also need to ensure your headlight aims to the right (to avoid blinding oncoming traffic) and present documentation like a Certificado de Conformidad (CoC) or a Ficha ... 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!
50 percent is insane!My Vegas friend is in a mood over this, plus his stupid ballroom, reflecting pool and new plane.He is really mucking things up for everyone. - @Marilyn Tassy Yup, but it's a grudge and not rational. Trump will die eventually ... Read More
F+ application in process then he ends our cohabitation by Kendy Makere
We met on July 2020, lived together from September 2020, I got my A card for one year in October to study 2020 , he recognized my kids in 2022 so they are Belgian citizens now one is still a minor today, the other has now moved out. In march 2022 I ...
@Kendy MakereBecause your official address is still inscribed at the house, you have legal rights to your belongings.What to do: You can request a police escort (called a woonstbetreding) to enter the home safely and retrieve your personal ... Read More
Pre fab house building by Nic2980
Hi, we’re looking to purchase some land in Portugal with planning. Because we’re in Uk we were toying with the idea of building a pre fabricated house as opposed to a traditional house. It just seemed a more straightforward way of doing ...
@JohnnyPT Certainly I would want the house connected to whatever is available. However, my assumptions was that the building as such has already been "approved" and only the other aspects like foundation and utility connections need to be approved. ... 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!
Trump administration imposes 50% tariffs on Canadian goods over 'continued discrimination'Donald Trump has taken an aggressive stance against Canada since winning the 2024 election, imposing tariffs, starting a trade war, and threatening to make the ... Read More
Handyperson by hijeffrey
Hello.I hope you can help. I am looking for a handyperson to install a curtain rod and curtains. Also, some toilet (flushing) work. It would be very helpful if the person speaks English. I have been here for only seven months, and my French is very ...
Hello. I hope you can help. I am looking for a handyperson to install a curtain rod and curtains. Also, some toilet (flushing) work. It would be very helpful if the person speaks English. I have been here for only seven months, and my French is very ... Read More