D. Troy Roach
@unitedstatesian
American expat in Spain
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About me
American
Lives in Madrid
Speaks English, Spanish, French, Chinese
Registration: 02 September 2009
Why does no-one want to come and live in Costa de Valencia? by Barnie
I hear lots of properties being sold or people looking for properties in the mucia/and north Costa Blanca areas (Javea, Calpe etc.) Can someone tell me whether Valencia is not thought of as a place to live? why don't people look for properties ...
Sorry...but I was just trying to help. I lived a year on the coast of Castellón...just North of Valencia. So I do have some experience. My point is that there are so many cheap options to compete with. Read More
Why does no-one want to come and live in Costa de Valencia? by Barnie
I hear lots of properties being sold or people looking for properties in the mucia/and north Costa Blanca areas (Javea, Calpe etc.) Can someone tell me whether Valencia is not thought of as a place to live? why don't people look for properties ...
No...it is cheap...some developments have hundrrds of vacation flats for sale and furnished flats for as little as 200 a month. Read More
Why does no-one want to come and live in Costa de Valencia? by Barnie
I hear lots of properties being sold or people looking for properties in the mucia/and north Costa Blanca areas (Javea, Calpe etc.) Can someone tell me whether Valencia is not thought of as a place to live? why don't people look for properties ...
Have you tried these websites? http://www.idealista.com/ Fotocasa It is good way to get an idea of prices and to get sales leads. The Spanish market is still flooded since the boom. You can get new-ish construction, pool, parking, etc...for very ... Read More
Second hand cars by caldrin
Hi Will be moving to Spain towards the end of the year down to the Costa Del Sol. I just wanted to check on the process buying a second hand car over there. I have looked on the Spanish Ebay site but there are not many cars there so i guess there ...
Buying a second-hand car is quite easy in my opinion. As a website I would start with www.segundamano.es if you want something cheap. If you want something quite good then try Lease plan. www.leaseplan.es/page/vehiculosocasion We bought 3-year-old ... Read More
Cost of starting new company in Spain by ishar18
Hi everyone, i wanna know if anybody knows the cost of establishing a company in Spain and in which city is more cheaper to open one?
260 euros is what you pay for social security....to be legal. Then you would need to declare IVA 8AT) and taxes on earnings. There are also some rent-sharing options if you do not need a full-time office. Read More
Cost of starting new company in Spain by ishar18
Hi everyone, i wanna know if anybody knows the cost of establishing a company in Spain and in which city is more cheaper to open one?
Hello, To be self employed (Autonomo) you have to pay 260 euros per month plus any accounting costs. Rent for a B2B could be quite cheap...600 euros a month in some areas since you do not need a store front on a main street... depends on the kind ... Read More
Public transportation in Tel Aviv by Armand
Hi all, What do you think about the means of transportation in Tel Aviv ? Is the network of means of transportation well developed? What modes of transport are available? Do you use them? How much is a fare? Are they relatively ...
There are lots options for getting around Tel Aviv. Bicycle: Most popular way because it is flat and good weather. Bus: Lots of buses, but they don't run in Shabbat. Sherrut: Mini-buses that stop and start anywhere along the bus route, the same ... Read More
Moving to Tel Aviv in September! :) by Alexandra07
Hello Everyone! I will be moving to Tel Aviv this September to take a graphic design course after my birthright trip through Israel! Im sure I will meet lots of great people in my class, but I would love to meet other people in Tel Aviv...hopefully ...
Shalom, A good way to meet people might be by taking Hebrew classes at the Ulpan. Read More
Learning the language by Letitiat
Hi all, I'm new to the forum :) My husband and I just moved to Tel Aviv and we have almost no Hebrew (beyond basic greetings, a handle on the aleph-bet, and how to say "I don't speak Hebrew"), and I am eager to learn the language. I'm finding the ...
Hi, I plan to sign up at the Ulpan. Classes are four days a week, and a few hours a day. It looks to be quite interactive and designed for adults. Being in Tel Aviv and having a chance to practice will be a good thing. It is not too expensive...I ... Read More
Weekly Expat get-together by unitedstatesian
Hey Expats! Time for a second get-together for a drink among expats. Everyone is welcome! Where? In restaurante Jota. It is near Metro Bilbao, just off of Fuencarral street (20 meters behind ...
Hello Expats! Sorry for the silence. I just found out that we are moving to the Middle East at the end of May. So I won't be able to organize anymore Expat Night Out activities. Anybody (or multiple people) could pick up the torch and continue ... Read More
Telecommunications in Madrid
HI, Check out phonehouse.es This shop publishes a monthly catalogue with price comparisons for mobiles and Internet connections. What's best for you depends on what use you will be giving the mobile/Internet. In general Vodafone and Orange are ... Read More
Weekly Expat get-together by unitedstatesian
Hey Expats! Time for a second get-together for a drink among expats. Everyone is welcome! Where? In restaurante Jota. It is near Metro Bilbao, just off of Fuencarral street (20 meters behind ...
Wednesday, Expat Night Out! 13th April 2011 Hello all expats! This week we will be meeting in Plaza de Olavide again. It is a great circular "Square" with lots of bars and terraces. A perfect place to be on a spring evening. If it is warm enough ... Read More
Weekly Expat get-together by unitedstatesian
Hey Expats! Time for a second get-together for a drink among expats. Everyone is welcome! Where? In restaurante Jota. It is near Metro Bilbao, just off of Fuencarral street (20 meters behind ...
Wednesday, Expat Night Out! 6th April 2011 Hello all expats, This week we will be meeting in Plaza de Olavide again. It is a great circular "Square" with lots of bars and terraces. A perfect place to be on a spring evening. If it is warm enough we ... Read More
Weekly Expat get-together by unitedstatesian
Hey Expats! Time for a second get-together for a drink among expats. Everyone is welcome! Where? In restaurante Jota. It is near Metro Bilbao, just off of Fuencarral street (20 meters behind ...
Wednesday, Expat Night Out! Hello all expats, This week we will be meeting in Plaza de Olavide. It is a great circular "Square" with lots of bars and terraces. A perfect place to be on a spring evening. If it is warm enough we can sit ... Read More
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Wednesday, Expat Night Out! Hello all expats, This week we will be meeting in Plaza de Olavide. It is a great circular "Square" with lots of bars and terraces. A perfect place to be on a spring evening. If it is warm enough we can sit ... Read More
Weekly Expat get-together by unitedstatesian
Hey Expats! Time for a second get-together for a drink among expats. Everyone is welcome! Where? In restaurante Jota. It is near Metro Bilbao, just off of Fuencarral street (20 meters behind ...
Hello Expats! This week we will meet in Chueca again. Don't be lazy! Come on out and have a drink and tapas! Wednesday, 23 March... Starting at 9pm (21h), but there is no penalty for arriving late! We will meet in Chueca in a tapas bar at 9pm in ... Read More
Weekly Expat get-together by unitedstatesian
Hey Expats! Time for a second get-together for a drink among expats. Everyone is welcome! Where? In restaurante Jota. It is near Metro Bilbao, just off of Fuencarral street (20 meters behind ...
Here are the location links for the next expat meeting on Wednesday, 16th: We will meet in Chueca in a tapas bar at 9pm in "El 22 de San Marco", Calle de Bartolomé, ... Read More
Weekly Expat get-together by unitedstatesian
Hey Expats! Time for a second get-together for a drink among expats. Everyone is welcome! Where? In restaurante Jota. It is near Metro Bilbao, just off of Fuencarral street (20 meters behind ...
Next one...Wednesday March 16th in Chueca. 9pm In bar 24 (tapas and drinks) Later 22h+ Moving on to Angel Azul Later, I will get back with more details and the exact address for the locations. Cheers, Troy (United Statesian) PS If you send me ... Read More
Weekly Expat get-together by unitedstatesian
Hey Expats! Time for a second get-together for a drink among expats. Everyone is welcome! Where? In restaurante Jota. It is near Metro Bilbao, just off of Fuencarral street (20 meters behind ...
Hello everyone! The second meeting of expats was a great evening out. A good way to get over the Wednesday mid-week hump by having a drink with many interesting new friends from all over the world. This week (Wed March 9th) we will be meeting at ... Read More
Weekly Expat get-together
Hey Expats! Time for a second get-together for a drink among expats. Everyone is welcome! Where? In restaurante Jota. It is near Metro Bilbao, just off of Fuencarral street (20 meters behind ... Read More
Friends in madrid by Sophieml84
Hi everybody, My name is Sophie and I came in Madrid to learn Spanish but I do not speak a word, yet. Therefore, I have some troubles to meeting new people. I am looking for new friends in my situation who would like to go out and enjoy the live in ...
Hey Expats! Time for a second get-together for a drink among expats. Everyone is welcome! Where? In restaurante Jota. It is near Metro Bilbao, just off of Fuencarral street (20 meters behind ... Read More
Expats event in Madrid by Bruna
Hi all, I have moved to Madrid couple of months ago and I was wondering if there was any Expats events in Madrid. Thanks! Cheers, Bruna
Hey Expats! Time for a second get-together for a drink among expats. Everyone is welcome! Where? In restaurante Jota. It is near Metro Bilbao, just off of Fuencarral street (20 meters behind ... Read More
New to Madrid by maria_nicholas
Hello there! I just moved to Madrid this week, and am reaching out to meet as many people as I can...of course I want to put myself out there and gain some Spanish friends and practice my Spanish...but the comfort of some American friends, ...
Hello Expats in Madrid! We got the ball rolling yesterday for a regular "Expat" get together in Madrid. Next week, Wednesday March 3rd, we plan to meet again. Everyone is welcome! Location is TBA...probably in the Bilbao or plaza Olavide ... Read More
Expats event in Madrid by Bruna
Hi all, I have moved to Madrid couple of months ago and I was wondering if there was any Expats events in Madrid. Thanks! Cheers, Bruna
Hello Expats in Madrid! We got the ball rolling yesterday for a regular "Expat" get together in Madrid. Next week, Wednesday March 3rd, we plan to meet again. Everyone is welcome! Location is TBA...probably in the Bilbao or plaza Olavide ... Read More
Second hand bikes
Howdy, You can also try the Cash Converter shops in Madrid. They sometimes have good deals. I once got a good city cruiser in great condition with Deore, rack, shocks, etc for less than 100. There are lots of them spread out around the city. ... Read More
Friends in madrid by Sophieml84
Hi everybody, My name is Sophie and I came in Madrid to learn Spanish but I do not speak a word, yet. Therefore, I have some troubles to meeting new people. I am looking for new friends in my situation who would like to go out and enjoy the live in ...
There is a Chain place called "Meson Cinco Jotas" in Plaza Santa Ana... but I do not know it. Any other suggestions? Read More
Expats event in Madrid by Bruna
Hi all, I have moved to Madrid couple of months ago and I was wondering if there was any Expats events in Madrid. Thanks! Cheers, Bruna
Hello, We need to orgnize an informal "expat" get-together. There is another thread on this topic...but nothing concrete. Therefore, I will be brave and propose a time and date. How about this Wednesday (23 FEB)evening...starting around 9pm (21h). ... Read More
Friends in madrid by Sophieml84
Hi everybody, My name is Sophie and I came in Madrid to learn Spanish but I do not speak a word, yet. Therefore, I have some troubles to meeting new people. I am looking for new friends in my situation who would like to go out and enjoy the live in ...
Salut Sophie! We need to orgnize an informal "expat" get-together. There is another thread on this topic...but nothing concrete. Therefore, I will be brave and propose a time and date. How about this Wednesday evening...starting around 9pm (21h). ... Read More
Spanish paddel tandem english
Hello, Me and a friend usually meet at his house in Aravanca to play padel. It would be good to have two more people. Normally we meet on Tuesdays or Thursdays at 19 or 19:30. If you are interested in joining us...drop me a line. Read More
Expats event in Madrid by Bruna
Hi all, I have moved to Madrid couple of months ago and I was wondering if there was any Expats events in Madrid. Thanks! Cheers, Bruna
Hello, The scavenger hunt sounds like a great idea to get to know your way around the city. But I am not often here on weekends. How about a Tuesday or Wednesday night somewhere for drinks or tapas...around 8:30 or 9pm. What day and time is best ... Read More
How to make friends in Madrid 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 Madrid :top: [b]Which are your best tips ...
Hi, I suggest going hiking with a local club. I have often gone with (Moderated: No Free advertising with your first post, Please, Thanks) It is a great way to meet people and you get plenty of time to talk and you see the surounding ... Read More
Stay in Madrid by Rinku
Hello People, I will arriving In Madrid on Jan'2010 for a work assignment. All I know for now is that my work place will be located at Avda. Leonardo da Vinci 8, 2º-124 28906-Getafe (Madrid) So was wondering would it a good idea to stay somewhere ...
Hola, You can't live that close to work. If you decide to live in Getafe, then find something close to the cercanias trains, like in the centre of Getafe. The metro in that area is a southern metro which is only for the south. The closest "madrid" ... Read More