Gary Lukatch
@Teachrman
American expat in Hungary
Forum posts
36
Contacts
5
About me
American
Lives in Budapest
Speaks English, a little Hungarian
Registration: 19 October 2009
Moving to Budapest in March - help, please? by Lolepana
Hi, my friend and I are both qualified and experienced EFL teachers and have bought a one-way ticket to Budapest in March. The plan is to find a job there (preferably teaching English) for 3-4 months then travel a bit around Eastern Europe. I ...
BUT - be advised that, last time I checked, each international bank transfer will cost you around 30 euro! Read More
Moving to Budapest in March - help, please? by Lolepana
Hi, my friend and I are both qualified and experienced EFL teachers and have bought a one-way ticket to Budapest in March. The plan is to find a job there (preferably teaching English) for 3-4 months then travel a bit around Eastern Europe. I ...
Hi again. We should discuss the invoice and tax numbers the schools want in a private email. You can Google me or look me up on Facebook and contact me either way. Just too much info to write on this site. Anything I can do to help, just let me ... Read More
Moving to Budapest in March - help, please? by Lolepana
Hi, my friend and I are both qualified and experienced EFL teachers and have bought a one-way ticket to Budapest in March. The plan is to find a job there (preferably teaching English) for 3-4 months then travel a bit around Eastern Europe. I ...
Since I stopped teaching some years ago, I was not aware the rules had become so stringent. However, re: liability for the BT, I had my company for 7 years and never had a problem, so I wouldn't worry too much about any major (or minor) ... Read More
Moving to Budapest in March - help, please? by Lolepana
Hi, my friend and I are both qualified and experienced EFL teachers and have bought a one-way ticket to Budapest in March. The plan is to find a job there (preferably teaching English) for 3-4 months then travel a bit around Eastern Europe. I ...
WOW! Lots of questions! I moved to Budapest to teach English in 1999 and it was the best move I ever made. But things have changed since then. There are still language schools around, although not as many. So many more students take English in their ... Read More
TV Programming
Thanks for the reply. I know about the TV menu, was hoping for one on my PC so I could scan programs for the rest of the day and night, and maybe also for the days ahead. Much appreciated. Read More
TV Programming
I recently changed to UPC Digital television and now have many more channels than in the past. I would like to check the day's programming schedule but can't seem to find it anywhere on UPC Hungary's website. I found Ireland OK, but not ... Read More
Hello Budapest!
Check with Corporate Communications for a start re: teaching jobs. There are also several other language schools in town, like Dover. Best if you get here and visit them in person. Of course, there's always room for private teachers once you get ... Read More
Looking for friends in Budapest by Kristina A
Hello everyone, I am new to this blog... I am from Germany, but I have been living in Honduras, Canada, and Brazil. Since almost a year i am living in Budapest now, but somehow I still have not managed to get to know many people. Being alone in ...
For new expat arrivals in Budapest: IN addition to several other social networking groups around town, we also have one called The Club, which meets every Friday evening from 5:30 to 8:30 in the rear rooms (separate bar area) of Champs Sport Pub, ... Read More
Hi , Newbie here
Hi Anton. Weather still uncomfortably hot here, dyatime temps in the high 20s, and nights around 17-18. Best bet for good value electronics is at Media Markt in the West End shopping Center at Nyugati. Re hardware store, I seem to recall one on ... Read More
Barnes and Noble - bookstore
Check Bestsellers on October 6 utca - best selection of English books in town. Also, Alexander on Andrassy ut. Used book stores include red Bus and Bookstatio n, both good sources. Read More
moving to budapest from northamerica by achezia
All and any, I'm close to signing an employment agreement to move to and work in Budapest. However, I still have some missing information to push me to finally sign. First, I am missing moving expenses from now to Hungary; any actual moving info ...
Hi Montreal....Hope you decide to make the move. I've lived in Budapest since 1999 and still love it. Re: apartment rentals, there are agents all over the Internet and Facebook. Center of town is Districts 5,6,7,8 and 13 - although District 8 still ... Read More
moving to budapest from northamerica by achezia
All and any, I'm close to signing an employment agreement to move to and work in Budapest. However, I still have some missing information to push me to finally sign. First, I am missing moving expenses from now to Hungary; any actual moving info ...
Hi Montreal....Hope you decide to make the move. I've lived in Budapest since 1999 and still love it. Re: apartment rentals, there are agents all over the Internet and Facebook. Center of town is Districts 5,6,7,8 and 13 - although District 8 still ... Read More
Looking for friends in Budapest by Kristina A
Hello everyone, I am new to this blog... I am from Germany, but I have been living in Honduras, Canada, and Brazil. Since almost a year i am living in Budapest now, but somehow I still have not managed to get to know many people. Being alone in ...
Sorry, was responding to the Highlander's request, but of course the gatherings are for everyone. Welcome one and all! Hope to meet you soon. Gary Read More
Looking for friends in Budapest by Kristina A
Hello everyone, I am new to this blog... I am from Germany, but I have been living in Honduras, Canada, and Brazil. Since almost a year i am living in Budapest now, but somehow I still have not managed to get to know many people. Being alone in ...
Welcome to our newest Immortal! Good to have you here. Some good places to visit to start making local contacts are: Caledonia Pub on Mozsar utca, near Oktogon; it's a Scottish pub, so you should feel right at home. Owner Patrick McMenamin is from ... Read More
Dog boarding kennels by detnol
Hello we're living at the otherside of the border and about to open a Dog Hotel, how can we reach english speaking dog owners in Hungary? If you have any suggestions please send them by mail - our address can be found at our website:Dog Hotel ...
Check out Dogmopolite in Budapest, address on Internet. Good place. Read More
Want to know some Lawyer or immigration expert in Hungary.
Get hold of Interrelo Relocation Company, address on the Internet. Great people, they'll take care of all your needs. Read More
Looking for friends in Budapest by Kristina A
Hello everyone, I am new to this blog... I am from Germany, but I have been living in Honduras, Canada, and Brazil. Since almost a year i am living in Budapest now, but somehow I still have not managed to get to know many people. Being alone in ...
Hi Krisztina - nice to hear from you. There are quite a few expat events in Budapest, along with websites. We use Facebook to communicate with each other here, so you should probably check out the various sites on there. There's Expats Hungary, ... Read More
Moving to Budapest soon - any advice much appreciated! by way_nen
Hi, i'm moving to Budapest in a few weeks to setup a new global function for my employer and am very much looking forward to it. i've visited a few times over recent weeks and have seen an apartment in District V close to the Parliament which i ...
Budapest has so much to do for the tourists and locals it is difficult to single out any one special area. Naturally, what to see depends on how much time you have here. If only a short time say, a couple of days I recommend one of the Hop On ... Read More
Need help !! Work permit by moodysharm
Background about me: Hello i am 24 years old i am still student in university but i will finish next august , i am egyptian and i traveled hungary 2 times and i like it alot and i wished to travel and work there after finishing university , so now ...
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American Working/Living in Hungary visa/permit question!? by jravi
Hello all! I am an American and I am trying to figure out what I need to qualify for a residence permit and then a work permit in Hungary. I am going to be teaching English and I have a job offer and will have a residence with the school. From ...
Hi. I've lived and worked in Budapest since 1999. Best way for you to be certain you have what you need is to contact a local relocation company. Try Interrelo in Budapest, owned by a friend of mine. They'll get you on the right path. Hope this ... Read More
New Girl by AmyVictoria
Hello all, It's good to have found you. I've just moved to Budapest and it would be great to get to know some people here. Does anyone know of any social events happening soon? If not shall we create one? Do send me a message, I look forward to ...
Hi Amy/Victoria. Welcome to Budapest. There are quite a few expat events and gathering places in town. I have a list of resources and groups available, too long to put on here. Shoot me your email address and I'll send it to you. I've been here 12 ... Read More
Meeting People?
Damn PC, never stays with English!!! Caledonia is on Mozsar u, near Oktogon and behind Jokai Ter. Hope you can make it. Read More
Meeting People?
Hi Svetlana. Plese do come to the Melting Pot tonight. I maz not make it this time, but will trz. ASlso, come to the rugbz Saturdaz at Caledonia pub on Moysar u, behind Jokai ter, to meet more people. I also know quite a few Russians here in BP if ... Read More
Looking for friends by Kiruna
Hey all :) I am a Swiss-French citizen living in Budapest until the end of September and would love to meet new people... The weather is getting nicer every day, and it would be so much more interesting to go out rather than staying at home all the ...
Hi Kiruna. Check out the Budapest melting Pot, meeting tomorrow, Thursday, Sep 15, at the Zacc cafe on Koztelek u, just off Raday utca in the 9th district,around 6 PM. A good crowd for meeting people. Read More
Meeting People?
Hi - there are a lot of ways to meet English speakers here in BP. Several pubs and restaurants in the area. Try the Caledonia Pub on Mozsar u, Scottish pub full of English speakers. A good start. Beckett's Irish pub on Baycsy Zsilinski u and Iguana, ... Read More
Advice needed on district to live by GuestPoster963
Hi all, I am moving to Budapest next month and looking for a house or apartment. Requirements are: - Close to Bartok Bela Ut, District 11, walking distance or less than 15 minutes with public transport. - Clean, modern and safe area I found a ...
Hi. Doubt if you'd find this place on a map or street guide, as it translates as "street with a view of Bird Hill." 11th District is in Buda, which is the quiet, residential area, whereas Pest is where the action is. It's OK, but if you're young and ... Read More
Looking for friends by Kiruna
Hey all :) I am a Swiss-French citizen living in Budapest until the end of September and would love to meet new people... The weather is getting nicer every day, and it would be so much more interesting to go out rather than staying at home all the ...
Excellent! Nothing major planned for awhile. I don;t get back to BP until June 12, but am available for drinks, etc, after that most evenings. Let me know and we can set something up. Read More
Looking for friends by Kiruna
Hey all :) I am a Swiss-French citizen living in Budapest until the end of September and would love to meet new people... The weather is getting nicer every day, and it would be so much more interesting to go out rather than staying at home all the ...
Hi Dan - pretty much any of the restaurants on Liszt Ferenc Ter are great places to meet people. We like Karma and Cafe Vian especially. Also, check out the Caledonia Pub on Mozsar U, just across from Liszt Ferenc Ter at the end of Jokai Ter and ... Read More
Looking for friends by Kiruna
Hey all :) I am a Swiss-French citizen living in Budapest until the end of September and would love to meet new people... The weather is getting nicer every day, and it would be so much more interesting to go out rather than staying at home all the ...
Hi Kiruna. There are several expat gatherings in Budapest. Next one is Internations, tomorrow at Paris Bar on Roosevelt Ter, from 6- PM. A somewhat more formal crowd, business networking, but still a good start. Next week there will be a gathering ... Read More
Friends needed by Alcnev
Hi, I've just moved to Budapest to work for a year but I don't know anyone and would really like to make some friends. I don't fancy sitting in on my own every night for the next 12 months! I live in the centre of the city and am 24. Would be ...
Hi Alex. There are several gatherings where locals and expats mingle. Next one will be at the Tomato Cafe on Veres Palne u (near Fovam Ter) on March 29 at 6:30 PM. Hope to see you there. Gary Lukatch Read More
Bagels in Budapest by markru
Hi I am coming up to Budapest in May and will be staying in district 13 near the Margit Bridge for a couple of days. Can anyone tell me where I can buy bagels in this area. I cannot get hold of them in Pecs, bagels seem to be a mystery to the ...
Sorry, Marku, no bagels in Budapest either. At least not real bagels. You can find some fair substitutes at local California Coffee Company and other such places. Cream cheese good, but don't expect real bagels. I even went to the Jewish Quarter ... Read More
Books in Budapest! by Hollycat
Hi I am new to this forum and have been in Budapest now since August and and am really loving living here. I am an avid reader, but I find books horrendously expensive compared to the UK. I have joined a nearby library that has some English books, ...
Several great places in Budapest for books in English. 1. Bestsellers on Oktober 6 utca 2. Pendragon on Pozsonyi utca 3. Red Bus used books on Semmelweis u. 4. Treehugger Dan's behind the Opera and on Csengery u. Prices at all of these places much ... Read More
Need advice!
Hello, My friend and I are planning to come and visit Budapest from May, the 13th to May, the 16th. We stay three nights and we would like to know where to go to have fun! (I am not talking about striptease club) What are the trendiest club of the ... Read More