Mark Rimmell
@filmex
English expat in Hungary
Forum posts
10
About me
English
Lives in Budapest
Speaks English
Registration: 07 October 2012
Activity
Tips and advice to thrive in Hungary by Priscilla
Hi, When living in a foreign country, you have to adapt to a new environment, various cultures and different social codes. How did you manage to adjust to Hungary? How long does it take to feel at home? Would you say it is an easy ...
My first experience in Hungary was through my work in the film industry..I am going back 11 years...and even then was almost 70 years old..An unmarried Brit.. It was a big movie and as a Set Decorating person I had an Hungarian driver,Peter,..who ... Read More
Your experience of culture shock in Hungary 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 Hungary. What ...
It is true things are so different here..Neighbors are not so friendly..Rarely will you be invited in for a drink.or a chat.. I live in a block and the neighbours will just nod at me with maybe an 'hello'..In ten years not once have I been ... Read More
Your experience of culture shock in Hungary 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 Hungary. What ...
I came to Budapest 10 years ago from my base in London on a movie and so was rather cocooned from the problems of language .For 5 months I had a personal assistant ,translator ,driver etc.. However I fell in love with the city and decided at 70 ... Read More
Will I manage with around 700 euros? by ReAlism
Hello! I was offered a job with the net salary of around 700 euros. And now I am looking for a place to stay and I am really wondering if this money is ok:) Help anyone? Thanks.
Great to hear you are settled in and having a happy time..Happy Halloween too. Read More
Looking to meet new people in Budapest by vizilo
Hi I'd like to meet English speakers to socialise with and maybe join some clubs here. Let me know if you'd like to meet up :)
Hi...Welcome to Budapest. There is a club called 'THE CLUB'that meets every Friday at The Sports Bar in Dohany Utca near the Synagogue ...5-30 until about 9 pm... It is a good pl;ace to meet up with expats ..There is an annual membership fee...but ... Read More
Hi can anyone offer advice by Lesley&Yan
we have been here 2 months almost now and already own a house , how do we go about setting up a bank account? and how are they charged on transfers .. Can anyone recommend a good bank to use? thanks for input lesley
I am with Citi Bank..I find they are excellent ...I live in Budapest but I asssume they will have a branch in your town.. I have set up monthly transfers for all my main payments Gas,Electricity,UPC and my monthly house charge ( I have an ... Read More
Moving to Budapest soon - any advice much appreciated! by way_nen
Hi, i'm moving to Budapest in a few weeks to setup a new global function for my employer and am very much looking forward to it. i've visited a few times over recent weeks and have seen an apartment in District V close to the Parliament which i ...
PS to that...Yes UPC is excellent...I have it ...Very efficient . Read More
Moving to Budapest soon - any advice much appreciated! by way_nen
Hi, i'm moving to Budapest in a few weeks to setup a new global function for my employer and am very much looking forward to it. i've visited a few times over recent weeks and have seen an apartment in District V close to the Parliament which i ...
Hi...I cannot help on satellite stuff but Iam sure there will be someone who can. There is a very good Sports Bar in Dohany Utca near the Synagogue ..Also at the Sports Bar every Friday evening at about 5-30 until 9 'The Club' meets ...You can ... Read More
Will I manage with around 700 euros? by ReAlism
Hello! I was offered a job with the net salary of around 700 euros. And now I am looking for a place to stay and I am really wondering if this money is ok:) Help anyone? Thanks.
Hello...I am sure you will find this sufficient..A bit tight but you can find places to rent on line which will allow you to live reasonably on 700 a month...I guess you have checked on the rates . Read More