@balesy1974
English expat in Belgium
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About me
English
Lives in Brussels (near)
Speaks English, can grunt a little French and currently learning Dutch at a slow pace.
Registration: 14 August 2011
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New members of the Belgium forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Belgium forum? DonÂ’t 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, I'm Chris, a British Expat who has been living in Belgium for the grand total of four years now. I live out in East Flanders, a short distance away from Brussels. I come and go on this forum but will quite happily answer any questions (if ... Read More
Ghent Singles Night by hannahhadman
Okies so I am a admin on a group on facebook and after some discssion on there I am thinking of holding a gent singles night. I am wondering if there was those on this page who may have a intrest
Still nothing? ;) Read More
Moving to Brussels too! by Bman2112
Hi All, Moving to Brussels mid September from the UK. My wife has a new job, so I've taken the plunge and decided to quit my job of 16yrs and change everything i know! We've managed to bag a lovely apartment on Louise so we're central to ...
So you're looking for a decent Irish bar? Then I'd suggest O'Reilly's. But by all means do try the Six Nations and Churchill's pubs as both do a very good pint of Guinness. ;) Need any other information about Brussels etc then feel free to drop ... Read More
Ghent Singles Night by hannahhadman
Okies so I am a admin on a group on facebook and after some discssion on there I am thinking of holding a gent singles night. I am wondering if there was those on this page who may have a intrest
I'll quite happily pop over to Gent too. Any excuse to pop off to the Celtic Towers and the Patrick Foleys' Pubs. ;) Read More
Next Expat blog meetup in Brussels 11/04 starting from 19:30 by Nicki47
Hey everyone, Following multiple requests to organise a meetup, I would like to suggest that we all meet for after-work drinks to get to know each other (seems that there is a bunch of new people, so this is a good opportunity). Date: Thursday ...
What happened to the meet-ups at the Six Nations, Rugby Pub & Restaurant, Brussels, Bar, 48-50 Rue Grétry then? Quite like their thursday night special offer, twelve chicken wings for the price of six! Nom nom nom nom ;) Read More
English speaking jobs. by kezz
Hey all Is it possible to get English speaking jobs in Brussels, for someone who speaks no French/Dutch/German?.
Yeah Jemmy12, I know any amount of expats unwilling to integrate and living within their "own little bubble" as you put it. Thankfully, I don't fully fit into that catagory! ;) Read More
English speaking jobs. by kezz
Hey all Is it possible to get English speaking jobs in Brussels, for someone who speaks no French/Dutch/German?.
I'm amazed this message thread is still active! My opinion and advice on this hasn't changed. If you want to progress anywhere in Belgium with your career and life in general, then you'll have to learn at least one of the offical languages. Fair ... Read More
Hi! by jimbojenkins
I'm James :) I moved here in July 2012 and would like to make some new friends. I live in Brussels but work in Courtrai so work colleagues are never near my home. Are there any meet ups planned in Brussels?
There always appears to be some expat meet-ups going on, but the numbers of people attending for these vary depending on what night and time it has been arranged for. If you're on Facebook then check for "Expats in Brussels" groups, and you'll ... Read More
Olympic Games 2012 from Belgium by Christine
Hi, The Olympic Games 2012 have just begun: letÂ’s talk a bit about this big international event. Are you going to follow these Olympic Games? On which TV channels will the Olympic Games 2012 be broadcast? How many athletes from Belgium will ...
I'm just glad to see the UK finally picking up more Gold Medals after such a slow start! Read More
My Belgium Blog by hannahhadman
So a year ago a made a blog about moving. However due to this site not allowing me to post it up because it was to new and didn't have 10 posts or more. When in fact it did I stopped. However I have decided now I am more in touch with Belgium and go ...
Life is fine Hannah just ridiculously busy this year, just a shame it's all work though! ;) Read More
Hello! I'm looking to meet English speakers to share friendly chat by laprune
I m a french woman living in the south of France, but it's not really a very exciting place. I have worked 13 years in Brussels for a French Dubbing Company and I come back to Brussels in October to improve my English to be able to find a new job. I ...
Marianne, The South of France may not be exciting but it's a beautful part of the world. Good luck with the move to Brussels this October! ;) Read More
My Belgium Blog by hannahhadman
So a year ago a made a blog about moving. However due to this site not allowing me to post it up because it was to new and didn't have 10 posts or more. When in fact it did I stopped. However I have decided now I am more in touch with Belgium and go ...
I'd debated doing a blog but opted against it since I don't do anything that outrageous or interesting these days, so I'll just read what you've been up to instead! ;) Read More
How to make friends in Brussels by expat.com
We have been talking about loneliness when you are abroad, let's now talk about how to make friends (locals or expatriates) when you're living in Brussels :top: Which are your best tips to meet people and to make friends in Brussels?? Thanks in ...
It's not looking very likely I'll make this one, I hope everyone that attends has a good time! :D Regards. Read More
Expat blog gatherings in Brussels by Julien
Hi all! What about meeting the other Brussels ½ûÂþÌìÌà members in real life? Organizing an ½ûÂþÌìÌà meet up would be an excellent way to know them! :) An ½ûÂþÌìÌà meet up can be a diner gathering, having coffee, a bring and share in a nice ...
You're a bit behind the times Julien, some of the Brussels forum members have already had several meet-ups and drinks together. Read More