tartanjimmy
Scottish expat in England
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Speaks English with a Scottish accent
Registration: 16 January 2016
PORTO and LISBOA.... quick trip...... HELP PLEASE! by tartanjimmy
Hi all Expats..... This is a good one..... but first I am happy to introduce myself.... I am a friendly Scotsman who tries to see the lighter side of life. I speak English with a Scottish accent. I enjoy meeting people male or female from ...
Re your message..... yes it makes sense to do what you want... everyone is different... I have already booked my train tickets and on the Tues. . I arrive in Lisbon at before 1pm...then I can get a 3 hour tour now if I want with a local guide ... Read More
PORTO and LISBOA.... quick trip...... HELP PLEASE! by tartanjimmy
Hi all Expats..... This is a good one..... but first I am happy to introduce myself.... I am a friendly Scotsman who tries to see the lighter side of life. I speak English with a Scottish accent. I enjoy meeting people male or female from ...
Good question.....I only have the afternoons free in both Porto and Lisbon as in both cities in the evening I am going to watch 2 important Champions League matches 1) in Porto.....Porto v Leicester City 2) in Lisbon...Benfica v Napoli I am ... Read More
PORTO and LISBOA.... quick trip...... HELP PLEASE!
Hi all Expats..... This is a good one..... but first I am happy to introduce myself.... I am a friendly Scotsman who tries to see the lighter side of life. I speak English with a Scottish accent. I enjoy meeting people male or female from ... Read More
Is COPENHAGEN a SAFE city? by tartanjimmy
Hello .....I am visiting Copenhagen from Tuesday for a brief visit.....can you please advise me if it is a safe place especially around the city centre? I am staying in Colbjornsongade near the railway station. I would appreciate information ...
Thank you for your great information...it is very much appreciated I will be careful....I arrive on Tues 1st. November late afternoon and have the evening free then the whole of Wednesday 2nd daytime free then I will go to see FK Copenhagen v ... Read More
Is COPENHAGEN a SAFE city?
Hello .....I am visiting Copenhagen from Tuesday for a brief visit.....can you please advise me if it is a safe place especially around the city centre? I am staying in Colbjornsongade near the railway station. I would appreciate information ... Read More
24 HOURS IN COPENHAGEN!
Hi Sophia Thats great thank you very much for your information I really appreciate it Have a nice weekend Tartanjimmy Read More
24 HOURS IN COPENHAGEN!
Hello my name is Jimmy. I am Scottish and travelling on my own for a short break in Copenhagen from Tues evening 1st - leave Thu pm on 3rd Nov..... I only have approx 24 hours in total to make the most of my stay and enjoy the city. Can you as ... Read More
MEET UP IN BRATISLAVA / TRVANA this coming week
Hi My name is Jimmy I am Scottish and due to a friend not being able to come to Bratislava (Monday Wednesday and Thursday) and Trvana (Tuesday) I will be on my own from Monday 10th October to Thursday 14th October 2016. I would like to meet ... Read More
New members of the Slovakia forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Slovakia forum? Dont 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 ...
Hi Sahar..... Thank you for your message I also sent you a message to enable us to talk 'one to one' on the private messaging ex pat system rather than on the 'open forum' ..... feel free to contact me at your convenience. Thank you ... Read More
New members of the Slovakia forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Slovakia forum? Dont 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 ...
Hello My name is Jimmy and I am from Scotland. I am very well travelled and I have visited many countries throughout the world. I love talking to people from different countries and cultures and I would be pleased to help you with any questions to ... Read More
St julians Area by tartanjimmy
Hello....I am visiting Malta this week for a short visit and I am thinking about staying in this area however someone said that as it is near Peaceville (I think) it could be dangerous....is this true? I am travelling alone therefore I have to be ...
Hello jblack....thanks for all your information thats great and as I am in Malta for a few days I will visit 3 cities.....yes we could meet up for a cold drink.....if you wish you can send me a private message (or on the open forum) and we could ... Read More
St julians Area by tartanjimmy
Hello....I am visiting Malta this week for a short visit and I am thinking about staying in this area however someone said that as it is near Peaceville (I think) it could be dangerous....is this true? I am travelling alone therefore I have to be ...
Hello JBlack....thanks for your message it is greatly appreciated....yes I am over for the match but also to see the island etc. I am arriving on the 1st Spt. and leaving on 5th Spt....thanks again! Read More
St julians Area
Hello....I am visiting Malta this week for a short visit and I am thinking about staying in this area however someone said that as it is near Peaceville (I think) it could be dangerous....is this true? I am travelling alone therefore I have to be ... Read More
Delicata Wine Festival Upper Barrakka Gardens - Worth it? by GSoupi
Two months in Malta and I already settled in. Lots of festivals and feasts, some are excellent others are not. Does anyone have any experience with this festival? I could just go and find out for myself, but too "off" this weekend to ...
Thank you BlackAngelHeart...your reply is much appreciated!......Tartanjimmy.... ps....as I am on my own to Malta for the Malta v Scotland match I want to make the most of my time on the island...thanks again! Read More
Delicata Wine Festival Upper Barrakka Gardens - Worth it? by GSoupi
Two months in Malta and I already settled in. Lots of festivals and feasts, some are excellent others are not. Does anyone have any experience with this festival? I could just go and find out for myself, but too "off" this weekend to ...
Hello.....when does the wine festival finish as I am coming to Malta very soon and quite fancy the idea of tasting some nice wines....appreciate your reply...thanks....Jimmy Read More
Malta visa for holiday
Thank you for the information Romaniac...it is much appreciated. Read More
Your new local habits in England by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Living in England is a great way to immerse in a new culture and lifestyle. Have you embraced local customs since you've lived in England? If so, which one(s)? Did local customs change the way you see things, appreciate life ...
Thank you Priscilla for complimenting my answer to 'YOUR NEW LOCAL HABITS IN ENGLAND'....Tartanjim Read More
Malta visa for holiday
Hello....Please advise me if anyone can come to Malta for a short holiday and do they need a visa? 2 people..... one is a Russian one is a Philipino They want to visit the island (at present they live in Moscow) Do they ... Read More
Your new local habits in England by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Living in England is a great way to immerse in a new culture and lifestyle. Have you embraced local customs since you've lived in England? If so, which one(s)? Did local customs change the way you see things, appreciate life ...
Hello I am not quite a foreigner but as a Scottish man living in a different country (England) for several years there is a slightly different culture which is of course the same when you move to any other country. I live in a multi-culture city ... Read More
What to do in Tokyo when it rains? by tartanjimmy
Hello I am coming to Tokyo this coming week and it appears that unfortunately the weather will not be good with rain and thunderstorms forecast......😥 Please advise me ASAP please if you have any good ideas of 'where to go' in ...
Hi Hansson I really appreciate all your helpful information, it is invaluable.....thanks a million! Tartanjimmy Read More
What to do in Tokyo when it rains? by tartanjimmy
Hello I am coming to Tokyo this coming week and it appears that unfortunately the weather will not be good with rain and thunderstorms forecast......😥 Please advise me ASAP please if you have any good ideas of 'where to go' in ...
Hi Joseph....thany you very much for your reply...it is greatly appreciated and helpful Have a good weekend Tartanjimmy Read More
What to do in Tokyo when it rains?
Hello I am coming to Tokyo this coming week and it appears that unfortunately the weather will not be good with rain and thunderstorms forecast......😥 Please advise me ASAP please if you have any good ideas of 'where to go' in ... Read More
England to Exit EUro 2016 by RayAucote
Manager expected to resign...... :( Deja vu ?
Rugby is just brutality and people who like it have no respect of for the serious possibility of serious damage the rugby players are doing to themselves in later life....it is a not a sport....but thuggery and in many cases encouraged by people who ... Read More
New members of the Slovakia forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Slovakia forum? Dont 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 ...
Hi Rebecca Your information is great.....thank you very much for your excellent information. Hope you have a good day. Jimmy Read More
Problem in YOKOHAMA.....Please Help@ by tartanjimmy
Hello I am arriving in Yokohama from a cruise ship early in the morning and we have to disembark with all our luggage....2 suitcases and also any hand luggage. We have to check in at Tokyo airport for the journey back to London (check in time ...
Hi Hi Stanleypan Thank you for all your information and the time you have spent replying...it is GREAT and very much appreciated! It is extremely interesting and very helpful. I hope you have a great week Tartanjimmy Read More
Problem in YOKOHAMA.....Please Help@ by tartanjimmy
Hello I am arriving in Yokohama from a cruise ship early in the morning and we have to disembark with all our luggage....2 suitcases and also any hand luggage. We have to check in at Tokyo airport for the journey back to London (check in time ...
Hi Hansson Thank you very much for your reply your valued information is great....in actual fact ....FANTASTIC. Thank you for taking the time to reply...it is very much appreciated. I hope you have a brilliant week and that you eventually find a ... Read More
Charity events for company by tempura
Hello! Im working for a company that employs around 80 people atm. Im looking to some charity event, where we could participiate as whole company, charity run, walk etc. It is really difficult to find that kind of events from internet/facebook, ...
Hello I would like to help you. Now first of all any money your company raise MUST go to a good cause WITHOUT any payments/deductions to anyone. You MUST ensure that every 'penny' raised goes to the nominated charity source. About 5 years ... Read More
EUFA Championships Paris 2016 by tartanjimmy
Hello A couple of questions please......I am unexpectedly coming to the football UEFA Championships in June (in Paris) but only for 2/3 days. I am seeing one match at St Denis Austria v Iceland but I have also noticed I am in Paris on the day of ...
Hello....I have sent you a seperate private message but just wanted to also thank you also this way for your exceptionally kind offer.....just amazing and great to know that there are many good kind people in the world.....there is too much bad news ... Read More
Problem in YOKOHAMA.....Please Help@
Hello I am arriving in Yokohama from a cruise ship early in the morning and we have to disembark with all our luggage....2 suitcases and also any hand luggage. We have to check in at Tokyo airport for the journey back to London (check in time ... Read More
EUFA Championships Paris 2016 by tartanjimmy
Hello A couple of questions please......I am unexpectedly coming to the football UEFA Championships in June (in Paris) but only for 2/3 days. I am seeing one match at St Denis Austria v Iceland but I have also noticed I am in Paris on the day of ...
Thank you ...Kenjee...I appreciate your reply!.....tartanjimmy Read More
EUFA Championships Paris 2016
Hello A couple of questions please......I am unexpectedly coming to the football UEFA Championships in June (in Paris) but only for 2/3 days. I am seeing one match at St Denis Austria v Iceland but I have also noticed I am in Paris on the day of ... Read More
Things to do in Bratislava during the weekends by Christine
Hi, What do you usually do on your weekends in Bratislava? Are there any places to visit, any activities, any events or festivals regularly organized you would like to recommend? What are your top tips for the weekend in Bratislava? ...
Thank you for your message it is helpful. Kind regards Jimmy Read More
Things to do in Bratislava during the weekends by Christine
Hi, What do you usually do on your weekends in Bratislava? Are there any places to visit, any activities, any events or festivals regularly organized you would like to recommend? What are your top tips for the weekend in Bratislava? ...
Hello...you mention accomodation...what is your charge for 3/4 days in October please . I am also very interested in seeing Bratislava with the assistance of a local. Please advise....thank you Jimmy Read More
My slovak language for your english :) by veronika_ba
Hello :) I wish improve my english with nice and friendly person and I can offer my slovak - if you want to learn. I live in Bratislava. Thanks for your time, wish you all the best :) Veron
Hi Veron....I know it is in a long time in the future but I am coming to Bratislava for a few days in October and I am happy to help you with your English in a normal manner without any pressure...just for you to learn a bit more perhaps during ... Read More
I was rejected for Uk PASSPORT by lanipoet
I was rejected for Uk Passport becasue i was born outside of the uk ,Mother did not register me at the time of my birth , even though my grandparents 4 grandparents both sides born inthe united Kingdom,all my great and great great and so forth were ...
The problem is that the UK has mass numbers wanting to have access to the country from ALL the EU member states..... The UK Government have no choice under EU law to let ALL the people of every EU Nation to have free and unhindered access for either ... Read More
Once in a lifetime trip to TOKYO by tartanjimmy
Hello........We are from Scotland and we are very excited as we are coming to Tokyo in July for a holiday and we would like all suggestions to maximise the 4 nights /3 full days we are there. Yes we can view tourist information however..... We ...
Thank you very much Hannson your information is greatly appreciated.... Thanks again..... Tartanjimmy Read More
Once in a lifetime trip to TOKYO
Hello........We are from Scotland and we are very excited as we are coming to Tokyo in July for a holiday and we would like all suggestions to maximise the 4 nights /3 full days we are there. Yes we can view tourist information however..... We ... Read More
Best cities to live in England by Julien
Hi, Its not always easy to decide in which area to settle in when moving to England. According to you, what are the best cites to live in? Which regions offer most of the job opportunities, a good quality of life, an affordable cost of ...
The question was the best places to live in ENGLAND. You mention Wales and Scotland in your reply.......neither of them are in England. As expat is International it is important that members worldwide know that England is one of 4 Nations which ... Read More
What to do in Prague in March? by tartanjimmy
Hi..... I am a Scottish man visiting Prague in March. I am travelling alone and wondered if you have any tips regarding the best places to go/visit in March? ( as I realise it could be very cold.) I am in Prague for 4 days (Tuesday-Saturday) and I ...
Thank you....your information is great....I appreciate all replies to ensure I get the best enjoyment from my limited time in Prague......tartanjimmy......thank you again! Read More
What to do in Prague in March? by tartanjimmy
Hi..... I am a Scottish man visiting Prague in March. I am travelling alone and wondered if you have any tips regarding the best places to go/visit in March? ( as I realise it could be very cold.) I am in Prague for 4 days (Tuesday-Saturday) and I ...
Thank you very much for your reply I appreciate it very much! Tartanjimmy Read More
Best cities to live in England by Julien
Hi, Its not always easy to decide in which area to settle in when moving to England. According to you, what are the best cites to live in? Which regions offer most of the job opportunities, a good quality of life, an affordable cost of ...
Hello.....this question is difficult ......if you want to live in a nice attractive city or town perhaps York, Chester,Norwich or (slightly smaller) Bournemouth! A good multi cultural city is Leicester where generally everyone integrates well or at ... Read More
What to do in Prague in March?
Hi..... I am a Scottish man visiting Prague in March. I am travelling alone and wondered if you have any tips regarding the best places to go/visit in March? ( as I realise it could be very cold.) I am in Prague for 4 days (Tuesday-Saturday) and I ... Read More
Things to do in Leicester during the weekends by Christine
Hi, What do you usually do on your weekends in Leicester? Are there any places to visit, any activities, any events or festivals regularly organized you would like to recommend? What are your top tips for the weekend in Leicester? ...
Hi.....just depends what you want to do.....if you want to chill out in the countryside you must go to Bradgate Park it has been voted by The Times as one of the best and most attractive parks in the top ten in the UK. There are many paths in the ... Read More