Anns
@anns
English expat in Hungary
Forum posts
492
Contacts
7
About me
English
Lives in Budapest
Speaks English mainly
Registration: 15 March 2011
Activity
Moving to Budapest by Talizer
Hey, I'm Gabriel, 29 years old and I work as an attraction operator in Belgium. Almost 2 years ago I went in Budapest and I fell in love with the city. Since a year + now, I'm questioning myself about taking the risk to move there. I'd like to know ...
If English is your first language Budapest is an easy city to live in.In the countryside unless you are really fluent in Hungarian and or living with Hungarian family it can be really isolating. Read More
Absolutely Anything Else by fluffy2560
Supposedly a thread for blabbing about anything you want and hopefully nothing will be off topic.
His silly son was on probation when he got pulled over, he is locked up again!! Rates where the van is in impound are suppose to be the cheapest in NV. Son lives in Ca but was in Nv visiting his grandfather. $35. a day plus the $177. in towing ... Read More
Moving to Budapest by Talizer
Hey, I'm Gabriel, 29 years old and I work as an attraction operator in Belgium. Almost 2 years ago I went in Budapest and I fell in love with the city. Since a year + now, I'm questioning myself about taking the risk to move there. I'd like to know ...
@Talizer Ive had a home here for 16 years . Ive loved it.But I'm also glad I kept my place in the uk , living with family.Most of the friends i have made in Budapest tend to stay for 4 to 6 years max unless they marry, had children or got very good ... 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 ...
Outlander series 8 has come out on Netflix.It has been so long I am recapping series 7 and might watch the new and final series in the winter. Read More
Quality of customer service in Hungary by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Customer service can say a lot about everyday life in Hungary, and for many expats, it’s something that could take time to get used to. In order to help expats and soon-to-be expats to adjust to local expectations, we invite ...
@Cheryl Supermarket staff can be a bit stressed, especially if you are like me a bit slow using the new machines.I also very rarely take anything back. That is a sticking point because they can be reluctant to replace faulty items. Ive had a few ... Read More
What were the hardest parts of settling into life in Hungary? by xenoph
Hi everyone,Hungarian here.I’m doing some early research for a set of practical, everyday language and life toolkits aimed at people who’ve recently moved to Hungary. The goal is to make those first days and weeks — when the ...
@xenoph My main language is English. In Budapest most of the activities I do are with English speakers led by Hungarians who like to improve their English language skills.I even helped out in a language school for four years where I helped learners ... Read More
Managing meals in Hungary by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Managing meals day-to-day can sometimes be a real mental challenge, even more so when you land in a new environment, with different schedules, habits or ingredients. How do you manage your meal routine as an expat in Hungary? We ...
How do you manage your meal routine as an expat in Hungary? I'm vegetarian mostly but when I visit the uk most times I will eat salmon or chip shop fish. I don't travel backwards and forwards as much as I did years ago.When I helped out at a ... Read More
Is it really possible to live in Hungary with $1,500/month income? by juliet1980
Hello everyone,I still live in the U.S., but I want to move back to Northern Hungary (I lived there when I was a kid) where I will have a fully paid-off house in the countryside and a car. I’m a Hungarian citizen, fluent in Hungarian, and I ...
@juliet1980 I know nothing about costs in the US but I have a homes in Hungary and in the UK.I don't think I could afford to live US , Australia or the UK full time.For example my utility bills in the UK per winter day is now equal to a months bills ... Read More
Is it really possible to live in Hungary with $1,500/month income? by juliet1980
Hello everyone,I still live in the U.S., but I want to move back to Northern Hungary (I lived there when I was a kid) where I will have a fully paid-off house in the countryside and a car. I’m a Hungarian citizen, fluent in Hungarian, and I ...
@juliet1980 In your situation, already having a home to go to, you will live very easily on this amount of income.I think you could also save a little to pay for extra trips. Read More
Is it really possible to live in Hungary with $1,500/month income? by juliet1980
Hello everyone,I still live in the U.S., but I want to move back to Northern Hungary (I lived there when I was a kid) where I will have a fully paid-off house in the countryside and a car. I’m a Hungarian citizen, fluent in Hungarian, and I ...
@juliet1980 If you own your own home and have a car on the road it is possible to live very comfortably day to day on that amount.If you want to rent somewhere in central Budapest that would be difficult because rents have risen enormously over the ... Read More
Hungary, a welcoming destination to expats? by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Settling in Hungary, like every new environment, can feel like stepping into the unknown and brings many questions: how will it go, how to integrate successfully, etc. To help smooth this transition, we invite you to share your ...
My first impression was driving in deep snow on the 9th of January 2010 and that coldness continuing. I stayed for about a week and I wore a ski Jacket and thermal clothing all the time.The main challenge for me was the language and I still find it ... Read More
Absolutely Anything Else by fluffy2560
Supposedly a thread for blabbing about anything you want and hopefully nothing will be off topic.
@anns It's always wise to have some extra cash in hand. I think you are a bit slow to catch on. - @SimCityAT Yes very true but not enough to pay a big big bill. But it is wise to invest elsewhere I suppose Read More
Absolutely Anything Else by fluffy2560
Supposedly a thread for blabbing about anything you want and hopefully nothing will be off topic.
@Marilyn Tassy Uk banks started playing up a couple of days ago. I'm taking extra cash out to pay a few local bills so you are not that crazy Read More
Essentials to live in Hungary by Christine
Hi, As an expat living in Hungary, what would you advise the ones about to pack to bring along? What are the items you can easily find in Hungary? On the other hand, what is less common or quite expensive? Share with us what you would ...
@anns I brought a lorry load of furniture. And personal items. My art materials and book collection needs a room on its own.It probably wasn't a very economical thing to do but when I had had a long distance move a few years before I brought ... Read More
Essentials to live in Hungary by Christine
Hi, As an expat living in Hungary, what would you advise the ones about to pack to bring along? What are the items you can easily find in Hungary? On the other hand, what is less common or quite expensive? Share with us what you would ...
Hi, As an expat living in Hungary, what would you advise the ones about to pack to bring along? What are the items you can easily find in Hungary? On the other hand, what is less common or quite expensive? Share with us what you would recommend ... Read More