@mikelieberman
English expat in Belgium
Forum
6 posts
About me
English
Lives in New York
Speaks English, French, some Spanish
Registration: 08 August 2010
Activity
Notification for quitting a job
Hello, I have a question I'm trying to figure out. I am working for a Belgian company on an open-ended contract not set for any definite period of time (this is a white collar position.) I've been in this position for 16 months, but am currently ... 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 ...
The last two times I tried to be friendly and chat with people in a bar, when I said I was American the immediate response I got was "I hate Americans." Not very friendly!0_o Seriously? That doesn't sound very Belgian, at all... Are you sure the ... Read More
TexMex in Brussels? by destinyjoyful
I recently moved here from Texas and am CRAVING some TexMex. Just wondering if anyone has come across anything good or similar in the Brussels area? What I wouldn't do for some queso and flour tortillas! mmmm.... Don't suggest Chi-Chi's because I ...
I would love to get the contact info for that guy - I've been craving Mexican food for a while but haven't had any luck (I don't consider Chi-Chi's even resembling authentic). Read More
Cost of living in Brussels by expat.com
It would be interesting to update the info on the cost of life in Brussels, so that future expats in Brussels can make a budget! For a start, we thing about the cost of: - accomodation (appartment, or house) - water and electricity - public ...
Cost of living is always a relative thing - the last two cities I lived in were London and New York City, both of which are very expensive. So Brussels seems incredibly cheap by comparison for most things (especially rent, it's unbelievable how ... 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 ...
I would love some insight into how to meet new people in Brussels. I've been here almost a year and a half, and the few friends I had made have all since left! The last two times I tried to be friendly and chat with people in a bar, when I said I ... Read More
How long have you been far away?? by Mandy
Hi everyone!!! All of us here are travelling a lot away from our country trying to find either a nice job, a nice experience, or just simply a nice way of living...away from our home country! I wondered how many years you all had been abroad? ...
I've been out of the US since 2007, first in the UK and now in Belgium. Compared to some others on here it's not that long, but it's starting to wear on me a bit - thinking of going back if I can find a job. Read More