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joe1973

joe1973

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Scottish expat in Hungary

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About me

Scottish

Lives in Budapest

Speaks English, Spanish, German

Registration: 09 September 2010

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joe1973 replied to a thread
14 years ago
joe1973

How's life in Hungary for you? by joe1973

Hello there, Can you share your experience with me about interacting with Hungarians while living and working in Hungary? I am not a journalist but it was interesting to read fluffy2560's post mentioning the dark side of the UK and I grew ...

joe1973

Hello Margle and yes, why on earth did you choose Hungary precisely? :D No, seriously, I guess this question (which is my favourite as well) gives voice to the people's general idea that you would be better off in the UK, for instance. Same ... Read More

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14 years ago
fluffy2560

Rubber grommets.... by fluffy2560

Does anyone know where I can buy some rubber grommets or various sizes. These are for my car. (Mainstream DIY stores like Praktiker, OBI, Brico Store do NOT have them)

joe1973

The genuine Hungarian solution would involve a dull knife, rubber mudflaps from the ancient socialist cars, and a few "clicks" worth of siloplast from the industrial dispenser :-)Yes, that is what I would do, I have no time to go around finding ... Read More

joe1973 replied to a thread
14 years ago
fluffy2560

Rubber grommets.... by fluffy2560

Does anyone know where I can buy some rubber grommets or various sizes. These are for my car. (Mainstream DIY stores like Praktiker, OBI, Brico Store do NOT have them)

joe1973

Rubber Grommets You use them to block holes in your car or elsewhere. The ones with holes in are for cables to pass through and provide some level of water/dust/rub protection.Hi, I would try to get such grommets in shops selling automotive parts, ... Read More

joe1973 replied to a thread
14 years ago
joe1973

How's life in Hungary for you? by joe1973

Hello there, Can you share your experience with me about interacting with Hungarians while living and working in Hungary? I am not a journalist but it was interesting to read fluffy2560's post mentioning the dark side of the UK and I grew ...

joe1973

I've often encountered pre-conceptions from Eastern Europeans who think they are being discriminated against in the UK but that's just nonsense. The majority of people in the UK don't really care where people come from so long as they fit in with ... Read More

joe1973 replied to a thread
14 years ago
joe1973

How's life in Hungary for you? by joe1973

Hello there, Can you share your experience with me about interacting with Hungarians while living and working in Hungary? I am not a journalist but it was interesting to read fluffy2560's post mentioning the dark side of the UK and I grew ...

joe1973

Generally (excluding war zones), I think almost all people (anywhere) are hospitable. After all we all human beings (ok, too idealistic but obviously true). The real issue is language and attitude. If one can speak the local language, then it breaks ... Read More

joe1973 created a thread
14 years ago

How's life in Hungary for you?

Hello there, Can you share your experience with me about interacting with Hungarians while living and working in Hungary? I am not a journalist but it was interesting to read fluffy2560's post mentioning the dark side of the UK and I grew ... Read More

joe1973 replied to a thread
14 years ago
amberb

Looking for bass guitar teacher by amberb

Hello, I'm looking for somebody that can teach me bass guitar. I'm not aiming to become a master player, but just want to learn how to play nice songs and together with other people. Therefor I'm not interested in the very classical way of teaching ...

joe1973

Hi Amber, I sent you a private message with his contact details. Regards, Jozsef Read More

joe1973 replied to a thread
14 years ago
musicmad

UK Expat Moving To Budapest ??? by musicmad

Hi New member here, UK expat now living in spain but looking to move to Budapest for a new adventure. Will be seeking new friends in Buda for advice on work an accommodation but know absolutely know-one out there.. can't speak the language either, ...

joe1973

Now that's interesting.. I have a friend who is a full-time musician in Budapest (playing double bass in several bands, e.g. in Mihály Borbély Jazz Quartet, www.mihalyborbely.hu/aktualis_english.htm), he might be able to help you with advice for ... Read More

joe1973 replied to a thread
14 years ago
musicmad

UK Expat Moving To Budapest ??? by musicmad

Hi New member here, UK expat now living in spain but looking to move to Budapest for a new adventure. Will be seeking new friends in Buda for advice on work an accommodation but know absolutely know-one out there.. can't speak the language either, ...

joe1973

Hi, I don't think you will have trouble finding budget accomodation in Budapest, there are many apartments/rooms for rent currently... on renthungary.com you can take a look at yourself. Finding a job is a different matter, I can not really comment ... Read More

joe1973 replied to a thread
14 years ago
amberb

Looking for bass guitar teacher by amberb

Hello, I'm looking for somebody that can teach me bass guitar. I'm not aiming to become a master player, but just want to learn how to play nice songs and together with other people. Therefor I'm not interested in the very classical way of teaching ...

joe1973

Hi, are you still looking for a bass-guitar teacher? I have a friend who is a professional bassist and in his part time he teaches bass viol and bass-guitar. He speaks English as well. Oh.. and he is funny so you would not get bored during the ... Read More