@scareglow
Austrian looking for information about Portugal
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About me
Austrian
Lives in Lisbon, Lisbon District
Speaks English, German and a little bit of Japanese and I'm currently studying Portuguese.
Registration: 14 April 2013
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please explain: rents in Germany / Berlin
Hi, apologies if this has been asked or posted before but I have a twofold question. 1.) kalt/warm ..I see a lot of apartments posting rent amounts in kalt or warm. When it's warm, does that mean there are no extra costs for electricity, ... Read More
New members of the Germany forum, introduce yourselves here - 2020 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Germany forum? Don'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 ...
hello there, I'm an Austrian who mostly forgot how to German due to living in Malta for 7+ years. My wife got a job offer in Germany and it looks like we're moving. We're aiming for Berlin due to it's 'multicultural' vibe ... Read More
lets not ignore it: racism is on the rise in Malta
I have been in Malta for almost 7 years. Since I have dark hair, a beard and I'm neither translucent or very dark skinned I'm usually approached by locals in Maltese as I pass off as Maltese. But let's not ignore the issue that racism ... Read More
considering Malta? here's my honest recap after 5+ years
Every experience is different of course, but after 5+ years and knowing a lot of expats from all over the world this is what you have to expect: - expect racism if you're from Scandinavia or look Scandinavian. The locals tend to blame rising ... Read More
Is it just me or are real estate agents "absent"? by GSoupi
I've been trying to contact a few agents, I got acknowledgement for the emails/messages with an answer that they'd get back to me with a different options, and then weeks pass and nothing! Is it a "Malta thing"?
YES. emails will generally be ignored and you hardly get a reply. I have learned. It is in deed a "Malta thing". Many companies have lost me as a customer by not replying or not following up on requests. Also see - bad customer service. Read More
In need of root treatment - what dentist is recommended? by MaltaCommando
Hello, I am in need of a root treatment for my tooth, but I am unsure of what dentist to go. I've been to two here in Malta, in Floriana and St.Paul's Bay, and none have impressed me nor been good enough to come back again. In this case I ...
if you're brave you can go to the teaching clinic in Mater Dei. Read More
Can i stay in Malta for 6 months without claiming residency by BevMichelle
Hi can you all help please...I'm looking to rent in malta for as long as i can without claiming residency and i need to know how long i can do it for and if it's 3/6months etc can i go away for a week or 2 and then come back and stay in ...
I know people who lived her for years without, so no problem. Read More
Cycling in malta by Julie2016
Are there any cycle tracks in Malta ?
When I moved her someone told me "cycling is suicide" and I agree. I have seen too many bad accidents since. I'm happy to be safe in my car given the lack of driving skills of a majority of the population. Read More
Live music in Malta by felinefine81
Hi everyone What's the live music scene like in Malta? Can anyone recommend any good places to go? I'd imagine there will be house and guest bands in some of the hotels and bars- any decent ones? Do the local band clubs just play at ...
Valletta... i agree. I used to live there. There was a band playing in front of my window every Friday and Saturday all summer. Not so cool if you actually live there. Read More
In retrospect, would you move again to Malta? by Christine
Hi all, If you had to look back on your expat experience in Malta, would you heartily say "letÂ’s do it again"? From the preparation stage to your actual everyday life in your new country, what did you enjoy the most? Would you do certain ...
Well, I wanted to get out of my home country desperately, so.. joke's on me. I wanted to move somewhere where they speak English. This is not really the case. I'm not a native speaker but the Maltese English still seems weird, especially ... Read More
Business etiquette in Malta by Julien
Hello everybody, As you know, professional habits may differ from one country to another. In order to help newly arrived expats better understand their new professional environment in Malta, we warmly encourage you to share information and ...
from my experience everything will be very 1950ies mad men, when it comes to office etiquette. The boss receives Whiskey and cigars as a gift for Xmas. I work with Maltese and expats alike and the Maltese will make inappropriate comments about the ... Read More
Garage for 1 car (in the north or central or anywhere..) by scareglow
I'm desperately looking for a garage, but I just can't seem to find one. Does anyone know someone who rents out a single garage? All I find are people who want to sell it. I'd prefer if it's close to home (Mellieha) or work ...
Try a local estate agent ( frank salt ) offered us a garage just two weeks ago and it may still be available. Terrythank you! Read More
Garage for 1 car (in the north or central or anywhere..) by scareglow
I'm desperately looking for a garage, but I just can't seem to find one. Does anyone know someone who rents out a single garage? All I find are people who want to sell it. I'd prefer if it's close to home (Mellieha) or work ...
Go on Malta parktried that. They are all for sale. I even asked if they'd consider renting it out and those who didn't get upset about how stupid my question was said "only for sale". :( Read More
Garage for 1 car (in the north or central or anywhere..)
I'm desperately looking for a garage, but I just can't seem to find one. Does anyone know someone who rents out a single garage? All I find are people who want to sell it. I'd prefer if it's close to home (Mellieha) or work ... Read More
Your experience of culture shock in Malta by Christine
Hi, Living in a foreign country implies to discover its culture, to learn and master the cultural codes. How did you deal with that? Share with us your culture shock stories where you experienced a funny or awkward moment in Malta. What is ...
CON No.1 problem for me is and will always be the driving. I have never seen that many stupid drivers and unnecessary accidents anywhere in the world. And I travel a lot. The entire road situation is not helping. No.2 all the feasts, road closures ... Read More