JPope
English expat in Spain
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Registration: 29 July 2010
Hello! and Driving licence? by Stephy_c
Hi, I am new to this forum so I'd like to say "hola!' I also need some info on where to go to test for a Spanish driving licence in english. Anyone have any ideas? Any help will be much appreciated. Thanks! steph
Not Filipino, but I've used Rodrigo a few times before, and he is super efficient and helpful. He has website here: http://www.vanbcn.com/indexi.htm Read More
Flatshare wanted March 2012
If you haven't found anywhere yet, then idealista is a pretty good place to have a look. http://www.idealista.com They have quite a lot of flatshares advertised on there. Oh, and if you want to change the language to English then the language ... Read More
REGULAR EXPAT BLOG MEET UP- 30 March by NRGreer
[color=#2A09F5]Hi everyone. Great night at The Temple Bar. We discussed the possibility of having a regular, monthly, meet up. Very informal drop in for all Expat.comgers, friends and whoever else wants to come. I am thinking the last Friday of ...
I haven't been on here for ages, been super busy with moving house, work, etc. etc. but I'll be there on the 30th. I live just down the road from there, but have never been in, I always just assumed it would be really touristy, I'm curious now :) Read More
Expat meet up Friday 2nd december by kiutandcute
Hi all dear! I would like to suggest an expat meeting on the 2nd of december, are you keen on having some fun? I just thought it is a good date as it is before christmas holiday and I presume many people will be travelling home... I found quite a ...
Hi Eva, Sorry I have hardly been online for weeks, because I have been stupidly busy at work. Maybe we can organise something for this weekend, if anyone is interested. I don't think too many people will have headed home just yet. Read More
Expat blog meetup - Friday 11th November by JPope
So, we haven't had an expat meetup from this forum for a while (that actually happens and people come to), so let's have one! We'll be meeting on the 11th November: London Bar, C/ Nou de la Rambla, 34 at about 8pm. Anyone who fancies coming ...
Its not expensive. They change prices at 9pm. Before 9 it is on the cheap side of average. After 9 it is just average. Best thing to do is buy a bottleof wine just before 9 :-) Read More
We're moving to BCN in April 2012 - need help with a few things! by kaylaurabarcelona
- Can anyone recommend a nice area to live in the city? (was thinking Eixample area) - How much am I likely to pay for a decent 1 bed apartment? - Is it best to have an apartment ready to move into or come over and stay in a hostel whilst we ...
If you're looking for the best location consider: the city center=the most crowded and noisiest place in the world, is not a good value since the flats are old and expensive. Eixample is a good option and is not unusual to find good prices for good ... Read More
Hello! and Driving licence? by Stephy_c
Hi, I am new to this forum so I'd like to say "hola!' I also need some info on where to go to test for a Spanish driving licence in english. Anyone have any ideas? Any help will be much appreciated. Thanks! steph
Hi Stephy! Victor - if you have the answer, maybe post it on the forum instead of just by pm, sounds like something other people might find useful too. Read More
Expat blog meetup - Friday 11th November by JPope
So, we haven't had an expat meetup from this forum for a while (that actually happens and people come to), so let's have one! We'll be meeting on the 11th November: London Bar, C/ Nou de la Rambla, 34 at about 8pm. Anyone who fancies coming ...
Hi Everybody, I was talking to a guy in my company and they are organizing with Sotavento an event at 10 pm on friday. There will be a buffet pica pica. I can get us for free to the event. I would need to know the number of people who want to go so ... Read More
Expat blog meetup - Friday 11th November by JPope
So, we haven't had an expat meetup from this forum for a while (that actually happens and people come to), so let's have one! We'll be meeting on the 11th November: London Bar, C/ Nou de la Rambla, 34 at about 8pm. Anyone who fancies coming ...
It's not about anything really, just getting together for a few beers and meeting new people. Read More
Expat blog meetup - Friday 11th November by JPope
So, we haven't had an expat meetup from this forum for a while (that actually happens and people come to), so let's have one! We'll be meeting on the 11th November: London Bar, C/ Nou de la Rambla, 34 at about 8pm. Anyone who fancies coming ...
The bar has a second 'room' at the back, if there are going to be about ten of us or more I will go and ask them to keep that bit free for us. Read More
Friends in Barcelona by Rockchica
Hi, I have been in Barcelona for almost a year now and although I am enjoying living in this beautiful city it would be nice to make a few friends to meet up with for lunch, coffee, shopping and generally exploring the city. If anyone fancies it let ...
Hi Raquel (and others), In case you haven't seen it, we are having a meetup next week, see here: https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=120657 We used to do it about once a month, just in a bar or whatever, and it's a good way to meet new ... Read More
Jamming / making music by giovannie
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Harlem Jazz Club in Gotico is a little place with a great atmosphere and they have really cool jam sessions. If anyone fancies going one evening, give me a shout Read More
Ex-pat meet-up. by CatrionaM
Isn't it about time we organised another ex-pat party? By the looks of things, quite a few people are coming in August so maybe we should have one sometime then? I'm back in Scotland until 2nd Aug so might I suggest the 2nd weekend - which would be ...
Hi Henrik See this thread about the next meet up: https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=120657 Read More
Hola all expats in Barcelona! by sophieglasfurd
Ciao everyone!! Just wanted to introduce myself to you all as just booked my one way ticket to move to Barcelona in two weeks time! Will be on the job and accommodation search as soon as i exit the plane (17th October i arrive) so if any of you ...
Hi Sophie and everyone else. We are going to have a meetup on the 11th November in a bar in Raval (just off Las Ramblas). All of the info is here: https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=120657 Read More
Please please, some help needed !
Try couch surfing: http://www.couchsurfing.org/ Your might find something for free on there. Read More
Expat blog meetup - Friday 11th November
So, we haven't had an expat meetup from this forum for a while (that actually happens and people come to), so let's have one! We'll be meeting on the 11th November: London Bar, C/ Nou de la Rambla, 34 at about 8pm. Anyone who fancies coming ... Read More
Mobile service provider
I use Yoigo, because they have by far the best prices. My wife had Vodafone for a while and her bills were always double mine although I use my phone more. Read More
Expat meetup - Fri 12th Aug by JPope
Non new people will know that we had a few expat meetups before and they are normally a good way to meet some new interesting people. We haven't had one for a few months though, and Catriona suggested in another thread that it might be time for ...
Hi all, I haven't been online for the last 10 days or so, because I've been on holiday, and have just got back to Barcelona last night. I'd love to have a meetup sometime soon. Tomorrow (Friday) is my wifes birthday so we have plans then, but ... Read More
Expat meetup - Fri 12th Aug by JPope
Non new people will know that we had a few expat meetups before and they are normally a good way to meet some new interesting people. We haven't had one for a few months though, and Catriona suggested in another thread that it might be time for ...
Maybe it is August, normally we get between 10 and 20 people. Read More
Expat meetup - Fri 12th Aug by JPope
Non new people will know that we had a few expat meetups before and they are normally a good way to meet some new interesting people. We haven't had one for a few months though, and Catriona suggested in another thread that it might be time for ...
Hmm, ok, seems like a distinct lack of interest. Would more people be interested if it was moved to Saturday, or is it just that there in nobody in Barcelona in August :) Read More
Expat meetup - Fri 12th Aug by JPope
Non new people will know that we had a few expat meetups before and they are normally a good way to meet some new interesting people. We haven't had one for a few months though, and Catriona suggested in another thread that it might be time for ...
No problem, everyone is welcome. Read More
Ex-Pats Dinner in Barcelona October 2011 by lagafillas
Dear all, I was thinking about a bid dinner somewhere in Barcelona for all ex pats and locals to exchange ideas, experience. What do you think? If is a good idea, let's think about a date in October so everbody will be already here after summer ...
Sean - see this thread: https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=99225 Read More
Ex-Pats Dinner in Barcelona October 2011 by lagafillas
Dear all, I was thinking about a bid dinner somewhere in Barcelona for all ex pats and locals to exchange ideas, experience. What do you think? If is a good idea, let's think about a date in October so everbody will be already here after summer ...
I'm always interested in eating, but what is a 'bid dinner'? I've never heard the phrase before. Read More
How I currently feel living in Barcelona by Paganos
Well, it has been 4 years now living in BCN and I have to say that in those years I have found that people here can be rude, the service is awful, restaurants need health inspectors to check out their establishments, (food poisoning 3 times) - food ...
I guess that I have only been to one 'touristy' restaurant in the time that I have been here. They always have the worst food in both quality and value of any city. You don't have to be overly selective to eat well, you just have to avoid tourist ... Read More
Ex-pat meet-up. by CatrionaM
Isn't it about time we organised another ex-pat party? By the looks of things, quite a few people are coming in August so maybe we should have one sometime then? I'm back in Scotland until 2nd Aug so might I suggest the 2nd weekend - which would be ...
Umm.... the 12th is a Friday, not a Saturday So, people seem to be up for it, and nobody has suggested a better date than the 12th, so.... https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=99225#432753 Read More
Expat blog party - 28/04 by JPope
-- UPDATE 28/04 -- So, the plan is to meet tonight: Thurs [b]28/04[/b] at [b]21:00[/b] at [b]La Whiskeria[/b], and the address is [b]c/ Sitges 3[/b]. Placa Catalunya is the closest metro stop and it is less than 5 minutes walk ...
Alright then, the next one: https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=99225#432753 Read More
Expat meetup - Fri 12th Aug
Non new people will know that we had a few expat meetups before and they are normally a good way to meet some new interesting people. We haven't had one for a few months though, and Catriona suggested in another thread that it might be time for ... Read More
Orange customer service english speaking
No idea about Orange customer service, but the staff in The Phone House on Rondo Sant Antoni are really helpful, and they deal with all the networks. Maybe they could help? Read More
English practise
Hi Antolina, I'm English, and happy to speak anytime. If you want to grab a coffee or a beer anytime, then just message me. Read More
Daytime mum and toddler groups :) by lindseyb
Hi All, Does anyone know of any English speaking daytime groups for mum and toddlers. Everything I have found so far is in the evening and I want to keep my 15 month old on a UK timetable of bed at 7 :) x
Ah, the joys of August :) It amazes me that so many businesses (I know the womens network isn't one) can afford to close down for a month every year! Read More
How I currently feel living in Barcelona by Paganos
Well, it has been 4 years now living in BCN and I have to say that in those years I have found that people here can be rude, the service is awful, restaurants need health inspectors to check out their establishments, (food poisoning 3 times) - food ...
It's strange how people have different experiences of a city, I have lived in Barcelona for just over a year now and I have almost exactly opposite thoughts about it. Having lived in a lot of different places, in eight different countries, and ... Read More
PIANO CONCERT
You'll find absolutely loads of classical concerts in Barcelona. For a start you should check what is on at the Palau de la musica - http://www.palaumusica.org/ Read More
San Joan
Not sure what I'm doing yet, having a bit of a work crisis this week. but.. there are loads of things going on all over the city. For anyone who doesn't know what San Joan is, or what is going on, there is an official city website listing what ... Read More
Where to cash American Express Checks in Barcelona?? by mcjabb
Hi, Before I left Chicago 2 weeks ago I changed in a few thousand dollars of US cash into American Express travelers checks. Long story short I have been having a hard time finding a place to exchange these checks into Euros for me. I'm at a loss ...
Have you tried "InterChange" on La Rambla? I haven't tried to exchange cheques there, but they Amex signs outside, so it is probably worth a try. If they won't change them they will probably be able to tell you where you can. It's on La Rambla, ... Read More
Gyms in Castelldefels
I don't know if they have one in Castelldefels, but Dir are really good. They are well equipped, have about 15 gyms around Barcelona which you can use any of, and have really good prices. http://www.dir.cat 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 have to disagree with you. Of course "Shaka" knows that he's an immigrant as I am and many of us here are. But let's be real for a moment.... can we? I happen to be from one of the most dangerous cities in the u.s., Oakland California. It's a very ... Read More
Hotels in Barcelona by ptaszak
Can anyone recommend an affordable and good hotel in Barcelona? I am planning to go there for 2 weeks July/August. I have checked tripadvisor and there are many hotels, but maybe somebody has first-hand experience. Anything between 60 - 80 euros per ...
There is always Air BnB as well, which is fantastic. http://www.airbnb.com/ Read More
Living in Barcelona by Julien
Hi everybody, I created this new topic to exchange tips for settling down in Barcelona. Jaime talked in another post of http://www.loquo.com/ for [b]finding a flat[/b]. You can find [b]job offers[/b] in La vanguardia, a local newspaper You want ...
I agree with pretty much everything that Keri said, especially that Barcelona is an amazing place to live. Just thought that I would add a couple of opinions of my own about some of the things she covered: Transport Regarding transport, ... Read More
New to the city... by Mel_75
Hi everyone, Just very recently moved to Barcelona and impatient me can't wait to get out there to meet new people and, hopefully, make new friends soon. Plus: if there are any kitesurfers or salseros/salseras out there who can help with advice on ...
Hi Mel, I've only just seen this post - some of us are meeting up tonight, if you have nothing else planned? The forum thread is here: https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=77520 Read More
Expat blog party - 28/04 by JPope
-- UPDATE 28/04 -- So, the plan is to meet tonight: Thurs [b]28/04[/b] at [b]21:00[/b] at [b]La Whiskeria[/b], and the address is [b]c/ Sitges 3[/b]. Placa Catalunya is the closest metro stop and it is less than 5 minutes walk ...
Ok, so I am going to suggest that we meet up at: La Whiskeria c/ Sitges, 3 It's a nice place, the prices are average, they have a wide selection of drinks (including maybe the best Mojitos in the city), and it has an upstairs that on a Thursday ... Read More
Expat blog party - 28/04 by JPope
-- UPDATE 28/04 -- So, the plan is to meet tonight: Thurs [b]28/04[/b] at [b]21:00[/b] at [b]La Whiskeria[/b], and the address is [b]c/ Sitges 3[/b]. Placa Catalunya is the closest metro stop and it is less than 5 minutes walk ...
Hi all, We just got back from Poland late last night, after our flight was delayed twice, and I haven't had decent internet access for the last few days. If people are still interested in going out tonight, I'll try to think of somewhere, since ... Read More
Daytime mum and toddler groups :) by lindseyb
Hi All, Does anyone know of any English speaking daytime groups for mum and toddlers. Everything I have found so far is in the evening and I want to keep my 15 month old on a UK timetable of bed at 7 :) x
Lindsey, I don't know of any, but it might be worth checking out kidsinbarcelona.com if you haven't already, they have a directory of playgroups, etc. Read More
How to make friends in Barcelona by expat.com
We have been talking about [url=https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=891]loneliness when you are abroad[/url], let's now talk about how to make friends (locals or expatriates) when you're living in Barcelona :top: [b]Which are your best ...
I haven't been online much for the last week or so, because I've been super busy with work. I'm away in poland from tomorrow and back on Tuesday, so next Thursday would be fine for us. I think it will probably be more than 12 people, if anyone ... Read More
Expat blog party - 28/04
-- UPDATE 28/04 -- So, the plan is to meet tonight: Thurs 28/04 at 21:00 at La Whiskeria, and the address is c/ Sitges 3. Placa Catalunya is the closest metro stop and it is less than 5 minutes walk away. ---------------- We had some ... Read More
Kitchen & Bathroom Suppliers!?
If you are looking for a Do It Yourself solution then you should probably try Leroy Merlin or Ikea. Otherwise I have heard that The Singular Kitchen (http://www.thesingularkitchen.com/) are really good, but I have no clue about bathrooms. Read More
Hotels in Barcelona by ptaszak
Can anyone recommend an affordable and good hotel in Barcelona? I am planning to go there for 2 weeks July/August. I have checked tripadvisor and there are many hotels, but maybe somebody has first-hand experience. Anything between 60 - 80 euros per ...
That hotel is about 10 mins walk from Placa Catalunya Read More
Hotels in Barcelona by ptaszak
Can anyone recommend an affordable and good hotel in Barcelona? I am planning to go there for 2 weeks July/August. I have checked tripadvisor and there are many hotels, but maybe somebody has first-hand experience. Anything between 60 - 80 euros per ...
It depends where in the city you want to be I guess, although Barcelona is pretty physically small and easy to get around. Hotels here can be expensive and some of them are absolutely horrible. For that price I would recommend Barcelo Raval, I ... Read More
International Schools Recommendations...?
We looked at pretty much all of the international schools around Barcelona when we moved here a year ago, and I have some definite opinions about at least one of them, but I'd rather not post them on here. If your friends are still looking for info ... Read More
How to make friends in Barcelona by expat.com
We have been talking about [url=https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=891]loneliness when you are abroad[/url], let's now talk about how to make friends (locals or expatriates) when you're living in Barcelona :top: [b]Which are your best ...
We started having monthly (almost) meetings in bars with people on this forum, but it sort of died out. There now seem to be plenty of new people on here, all looking to find some new friends though, so maybe we should organise another one sometime ... Read More
Recycling Printer Cartridges...
PC City on Rondo St. Antoni have a box that you can throw them in. Read More
SAP
Isn't there a list of all accredited schools on the SAP website? There used to be. Read More
ARSENAL FANS IN BARCELONA
I'll be watching it somewhere, but not sure where yet. If I don't come up with any better option I'll be up for Molly's, it's just round the corner from my flat. Read More
Wholemeal Bread...
Yep, Barcelona Reykjavik have amazing bread, the spelt loafs are especially good, they are horribly expensive though. Any bread describes as 'integral' should be less white and anemic, and mostly little bakeries that I have been into have ... Read More
contrato indefinido
Surely it should specify it in your existing contract? Read More
shop assistant
People in retail in Spain generally get paid really quite badly (by European standards). Supermarkets are the worst, but no shop here will pay you particularly well. Read More
Broadband Internet provider recommendations??
We have Movistar, it's great and fast when it works, but pretty expensive. The problem is the customer services if it doesn't work, or if you want any kind of information, or change from them, in which case they are an absolute nightmare. Read More
Any Greeks in Barcelona??? by grgpoulou
Hi, Are existing any greeks living in Barcelona. I would like to meet if any.. G.
Personally, I'd leave it, everyone is entitled to an opinion after all, and I don't think that marta has set out to be deliberately offensive, it just reads that way. Read More
Any Greeks in Barcelona??? by grgpoulou
Hi, Are existing any greeks living in Barcelona. I would like to meet if any.. G.
Quite possibly the most offensive and xenophobic forum post yet this year! Read More
Indian expats in Barcelona, - stores to buy bollywood movies?
I think there are a few in Raval - I'll have a look when I walk through there this afternoon and write down a couple of addresses. Read More
AUSSIE DAY by jazzyY
ANY PLACE IN BARCELONA TO CELEBRATE AUSSIE DAY? PUBS OR ORGANIZED EVENT.. LET US KNOW
There is an Aussie bar on La Rambla called Hogans. It's overpriced and full of tourists, but they must have something on for Aus day I reckon. Read More
Burns' Night
How about people who aren't Scottish but really like haggis? like me? Read More
looking for acoustic gigs by isaactabor
Hi! Ive just moved over to Barcelona about three days ago with my acoustic guitar and am looking for some Irish pubs, small bars or venues and cafes to play acoustic gigs. Ive been playing in acoustic folk-rock, country, jazz and blues bands for ...
Just saw this on Craigs list - might be interesting: http://barcelona.en.craigslist.es/muc/2131795060.html 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! ...
It's at Carrer de Milà i Fontanals, 58. I think the nearest metro will be Joanic. Not sure if we are going to make it or not, but we will try to drop in for an hour :) 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! ...
7th of January might be a bit cold Steven, I would suggest meeting in a bar instead of on the street. :) Read More
Bilingual School Recommendations for a 7 yo American girl?
Hi, Our daughter is 6, and she goes to a school here where the teaching time is divided equally between English, Spanish, and Catalan. Each year they rotate the subjects that are taught in each language. i.e. This year Music might be in English, ... Read More
Busking by CatrionaM
Does anyone want to go busking with me? I´m a singer (jazz, blues, soul, pop kind of stuff) and am looking for someone to jam with. Not sure what the protocol for busking is here is Spain (you need a licence in the UK) so any advice on that would be ...
Sadly, my complete and utter lack of any kind of musical talent stops me :( I can play chariots of fire on the piano, but that's not very busky really. You do theoretically need a license to busk in Barcelona, but I don't know how many people ... Read More
Saturday night meetup - 4th Dec by JPope
A few interesting facts: 1) There are loads of new people on here who seem to want to meet up with other expats, and nobody seems to be organising anything much. 2) There is a 5 day weekend in Barcelona. 3) I found a really cool bar that has ...
Oh, and for anyone who doesn't recognise anyone, we'll be at the back of the bar. I'd tell you what I'll be wearing, but I don't have a clue! Read More
Saturday night meetup - 4th Dec by JPope
A few interesting facts: 1) There are loads of new people on here who seem to want to meet up with other expats, and nobody seems to be organising anything much. 2) There is a 5 day weekend in Barcelona. 3) I found a really cool bar that has ...
Ok, just to clarify - lots of people seem to doing various different things, but we (at least 5 of us) will be in the abovementioned 'London Bar' at Carrer Nou de la Rambla 34 from 20:30 onwards. Hopefully we can all manage to meet up at some ... 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 ...
I suggest this: https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=56564#232380 Read More
Saturday night meetup - 4th Dec
A few interesting facts: 1) There are loads of new people on here who seem to want to meet up with other expats, and nobody seems to be organising anything much. 2) There is a 5 day weekend in Barcelona. 3) I found a really cool bar that has ... Read More
Atari Teenage Riot
I think I'm going to skip it, lots of people seem up for going out for a drink somewhere, so I'll do that. :) See here: https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=56564#232380 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 ...
I've got a suggestion, but it isn't in Gracia - it's down by Drassanes and it's a really cool bar. Read More
Atari Teenage Riot
are playing at Sala Apolo on Saturday. I'm sort of tempted to go, mostly for nostalgic reasons, but not sure. Anyone else interested? 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 ...
I have kites, but they are in a shipping container somewhere. Sounds good to me, but looking at the weather report, being on the beach any weekend for the next few might need a thermos of coffee! 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 ...
I'm never too busy to meet up for a coffee or something. :) I'll message you my facebook, email and phone number. Let me know when you are free, and we can get together. Read More
quiz night!!
I'm there next time. Just couldn't make it out this weekend due to a sick child. :( 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 ...
I'm still here, I'm just busy, busy, busy at the moment. Maybe we should organise another Expat.com party - would have to be in the next couple of weeks though, as a lot of people will be going home for Christmas I guess. Should I pick a date ... Read More
Divine Comedy by JPope
I'm going to see the Divine Comedy on the 23rd. Anyone else interested in going?
Hi Anne, Shame you didn't see it before, I've just checked on the FNAC website, and the tickets are sold out. Some of us go to see a lot of live music though, if there is anything else coming up that you would like to see, post it on here and ... Read More
Is there any way to find accomodation without agencies?
I don't know about the others, but on both idealista and fotocasa, you can specify to see only ads from private people. You could also try Craigs List, but it is not overly active in Barcelona, and there is always ebay.es - there are quite a lot ... Read More
Horace Andy - 9th December
Horace Andy and the Homegrown Band are playing at the Sala Apolo on 9th December. It will be great, so I'm going, anyone else fancy it? Read More
SF Giants baseball World Series
I have always wondered why it is called the "world" series, when there are only American teams in it? Read More
Divine Comedy
I'm going to see the Divine Comedy on the 23rd. Anyone else interested in going? Read More
Queer Kissing Flashmob
As everyone surely knows the Pope is making a little journey through Barcelona tomorrow morning, from the Cathedral Square to Sagrada Familia, starting at about 9am. As most people (who read the news) probably also know, there is a plan for a ... Read More
Is moving to Spain a bad idea?
Hi Brian, The economy in Spain and a lot of southern Europe is in a big slump right now, but it will pick up again. Barcelona from what I can see isn't overly affected by it anyway. There are certainly a lot of people spending a lot of money here. ... Read More
Trivial quizz night by b_c_n
Hello Everyone! There is a bar in Grà 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 ...
Just in case anyone is interested - WE WON!! Read More
Trivial quizz night by b_c_n
Hello Everyone! There is a bar in Grà 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 ...
I might be bringing a couple of people. See you soon. Read More
Proactive Promotions
Handing out flyers/cards is fine - I've seen a few people handing things out outside train stations, as well as on all of the more touristy streets in the centre of the city. I've never seen anything in phone boxes, etc. though, and flyposting is ... Read More
Trivial quizz night by b_c_n
Hello Everyone! There is a bar in Grà 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 ...
Anyone else going tonight - it could be quite a laugh. Read More
non-verbal languages
fair question, but is international sign language standardised, or does it vary in different places? Read More
Anyone know a piano teacher? by JPope
I'm looking for some piano lessons - from absolute beginner level. Don't suppose anyone on here happens to know (or be) a piano teacher?
Thanks Jane. Radders, any news from your friends, or should I give this Libby a call? Read More
Trivial quizz night by b_c_n
Hello Everyone! There is a bar in Grà 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 ...
Yay, I love pub quizzes! I am definitely in. Read More
Steve Hughes Comedy Gig
I'll leave it till the end of the week and take my chances, I do fancy going though. 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 ...
Anytime that isn't the 5th/6th November, because we will be in Venice. Read More
English speaking schools in Spain
There are lots, but Spain is a big place, which bit are you talking about? 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 ...
I suspect many people are still nursing hangovers, have gone to bed early, or both. It was a fun night. I believe that Catriona has a plan for next month already. :) Be afraid! Read More
Steve Hughes Comedy Gig
I'd like to go, but can't be sure I'll be able to make it till near the end of the week. Obviously I don't want to buy a ticket and then not make it, anyone know if these normally sell out? Read More
school & housing feedback
Hi, I'd love to help, but we live right in the centre of Barcelona and I don't know anything about the towns you mention. There are people on here who live in that direction though, so maybe one of them will be able to help 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 ...
So, what is it on the corner of - if someone can let me know, I'll update the original post. Thanks. Read More
Anyone know a piano teacher? by JPope
I'm looking for some piano lessons - from absolute beginner level. Don't suppose anyone on here happens to know (or be) a piano teacher?
Ok, that all sound doable to me. Mr Radders could you please hook me up with your people, and lets see what we can do. :) Read More
Badminton in Barcelona? by Steven B.
Hey everyone, As the subject suggests, I'm looking for a place (and potentially people to play with) to play badminton in Barcelona. Does anyone play or know of a place to play? I used to spend many happy hours playing in my back garden (back when ...
My wife on the other hand has just informed me that she would like to play badminton if anyone is looking for someone to play with. Diddly - you've got her email Steven - I'll send it to you :) Read More