WedgieT
English expat in Colombia
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About me
English
Lives in Bogota
Speaks English and some Spanish
Registration: 30 March 2012
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Musicians Wanted by dvdsteck
Looking for like minded musicians who would like to be part of a regular Saturday afternoon Swing band . Serious players are desired, musicians that want to play for the joy of making music but will commit to a regular Saturday afternoon rehearsal ...
Hi David, Just saw your advert. Are you based in Bogota? I play the alto saxophone but need improving, my interests are in Jazz but perhaps with a bit more Latin/Funk mixed in. Looking to jam and improve with some guys on a regular basis. I look ... Read More
Places to live in Bogota by GuestPoster170
Hello Could anyone tell me which are the best places to live in Bogota. My budget is up to 800.000 COP more or less. I would like a place relatively near a park if possible. Thanks Susana
The Rosales district is very nice. It is also called the business/restaurant barrio as well. There is a fantastic walk up the nearby mountains which is open all week except Sundays. Very back to nature if you enjoy walking. It is also only 8 blocks ... Read More
Moving from London to Bogota?? by george_sin
Hey, My name is George and I am a born and bred Londoner. I am currently living in Mexico City and attempting to learn the lingo, however failing miserably!! Due to my job I am able to get around it as I have to speak English 99% of the time. The ...
Saludos Alan, It's good to hear from you. I have recently arrived back in London for a few months but should return to Bogota later in the year. So I will give you a shout on my return. Enjoy Colombia, I am missing it already. Although it is ... Read More
Moving from London to Bogota?? by george_sin
Hey, My name is George and I am a born and bred Londoner. I am currently living in Mexico City and attempting to learn the lingo, however failing miserably!! Due to my job I am able to get around it as I have to speak English 99% of the time. The ...
Hi, I was there at 2pm waiting for you, but you did not show. I am back in Bogota now and I have only just seen your message. Don't know when I will be back in La Mesa. So perhaps catch you later. Best Wishes Tony Read More
Moving from London to Bogota?? by george_sin
Hey, My name is George and I am a born and bred Londoner. I am currently living in Mexico City and attempting to learn the lingo, however failing miserably!! Due to my job I am able to get around it as I have to speak English 99% of the time. The ...
Hi Alan, I will be in La Mesa this Easter and could perhaps meet you in the main plaza by the Church for a beer and a banter sometime over the Easter weekend, say on the Saturday the 4 April after lunch around 2pm? Will you be around at the Easter ... Read More
Moving from London to Bogota?? by george_sin
Hey, My name is George and I am a born and bred Londoner. I am currently living in Mexico City and attempting to learn the lingo, however failing miserably!! Due to my job I am able to get around it as I have to speak English 99% of the time. The ...
Hi Alan, Good to hear from another English guy. I am living mainly in the Rosales area of Bogota near the "septima" and on Calle 72 Bis near the Carulla supermarket on the corner, which used to be a private residence many years ago. I ... Read More
Moving from London to Bogota?? by george_sin
Hey, My name is George and I am a born and bred Londoner. I am currently living in Mexico City and attempting to learn the lingo, however failing miserably!! Due to my job I am able to get around it as I have to speak English 99% of the time. The ...
Hi George, Welcome to Bogota, I am a Londoner also and live in the Rosales district. If you like London pride beer, fish n chips, English breakfast etc then head for the Monkey House on 70 street near Rosales. Other good drinking houses are the BBC ... Read More
Connecting profesionally by JacobSandberg
Hi, My name is Jacob and Im Swedish. I have been living in Bogota for about three years but now I thought it would be fun to get to know some more expats too. Especially to connect, share wisdom, job contacts and beers. I co-founded Groupon here ...
Hi Jacob, I am living in the Rosales area and always keen to meet new professionals in the area. I am into property development mainly apartments etc and spend my time between Bogota and London. Hope to hear from you soon. Kind Regards Antony Read More
am I too old for teaching English in Colombia? by steveg333
Will it be difficult for someone (American) in their 40s to find an English teaching job in Colombia? I was told that employers frown upon hiring people over 30 yrs old. I'm considering moving and don't want to be considered too old to be employed. ...
Hi all, Age has nothing to do with it. Just go for it. I will probably semi retire to Colombia next year as there is nothing much here in London for me now work wise! But I will get a TEFL Qualification before I head out. I am a professional ... Read More
Saxophone Teacher by WedgieT
Hi, I am living in Bogota and enjoy playing my saxophone as a beginner. I am looking for a good music intrument shop in bogota or nearby where I can get my saxophone properly serviced etc. I am also looking for a saxophone teacher as well. I look ...
thank you grand baie! I look forward to more mail in the near future. Kind Regards WedgieT. Read More
Saxophone Teacher
Hi, I am living in Bogota and enjoy playing my saxophone as a beginner. I am looking for a good music intrument shop in bogota or nearby where I can get my saxophone properly serviced etc. I am also looking for a saxophone teacher as well. I look ... Read More