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mav238

mav238

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Canadian °µÍø½ûÇø in Ireland

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Lives in Vancouver

Registration: 16 January 2013

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mav238 replied to a thread
8 years ago
Priscilla

Do you speak Irish? by Priscilla

Hi everyone, It is widely agreed that speaking English is essential for a successful integration in Ireland. Do you agree? What about Irish? Where can one attend a language course in Ireland? Is it easy to communicate in a different language ...

mav238

No, When I was working in Ireland, I didn't feel that having knowledge of the Irish Language was of any advantage to living there. Of course, it would be a nice gesture to show to the locals that as a foreigner , you have bothered to learn it ... Read More

mav238 replied to a thread
8 years ago
romaods

Car Insurance for °µÍø½ûÇøs by romaods

Hello, anyone knows a good broker or company that can provide Car Insurance for °µÍø½ûÇøs in ireland. I`ve tried Clemments but they are no more providing their services here. thanks

mav238

Liberty insurance. Read More

mav238 replied to a thread
8 years ago
Priscilla

Dealing with homesickness in Ireland by Priscilla

Hello everyone, Being an °µÍø½ûÇø in Ireland can turn out to be a wonderful human, social or professional adventure... with potential moments of nostalgia and homesickness along the way. What are your personal tips to prevent homesickness? How ...

mav238

Ireland is definitely very different in culture from many other countries . Being of Asian descent this can be challenging if you are living in the rural smaller towns like galway. Thankfully while I was living there I found some Asian grocery ... Read More

mav238 replied to a thread
8 years ago
Priscilla

Your new local habits in Ireland by Priscilla

Hello everyone, Living in Ireland is a great way to immerse in a new culture and lifestyle. Have you embraced local customs since you've lived in Ireland? If so, which one(s)? Did local customs change the way you see things, appreciate life ...

mav238

Well, it would seem that way, if you're the only one feeling that way... but from the many people whom I had interactions with there (mostly north american °µÍø½ûÇøs), they all kind of agree that its that way of life... But if you like that kind ... Read More

mav238 replied to a thread
8 years ago
Priscilla

Your new local habits in Ireland by Priscilla

Hello everyone, Living in Ireland is a great way to immerse in a new culture and lifestyle. Have you embraced local customs since you've lived in Ireland? If so, which one(s)? Did local customs change the way you see things, appreciate life ...

mav238

Ireland is quite a different country from north america, in terms of scenery, people and their culture. You can spot an Irish from a mile away. But if you see an asian , you can easily differentiate if they are culturally Mainland China chinese, ... Read More

mav238 replied to a thread
8 years ago
Priscilla

Expand your social circle in Ireland by Priscilla

Hello everyone, Moving to Ireland means leaving one's family and friends behind. Creating a circle of friends or joining an existing one should therefore be paramount in order to fight loneliness in your host country. But how can one develop a ...

mav238

Thanks, Cullin, for your clarification. Yeah, I just wanted to point out that people who is looking for a very vibrant, highly socializing community lifestyle, pot-luck lunches/dinners, parties... then ireland is not going to be your cup of ... Read More

mav238 replied to a thread
8 years ago
Priscilla

Expand your social circle in Ireland by Priscilla

Hello everyone, Moving to Ireland means leaving one's family and friends behind. Creating a circle of friends or joining an existing one should therefore be paramount in order to fight loneliness in your host country. But how can one develop a ...

mav238

Wow, Cullin. Well written response. I apologize if I came across as "beating" up on life in New England and also in Ireland. Like I said, it's a matter of perspective and people's expectations when it comes to settling down ... Read More

mav238 replied to a thread
8 years ago
Priscilla

Expand your social circle in Ireland by Priscilla

Hello everyone, Moving to Ireland means leaving one's family and friends behind. Creating a circle of friends or joining an existing one should therefore be paramount in order to fight loneliness in your host country. But how can one develop a ...

mav238

If one is used to living a "hermit" lifestyle, seclusion not being an issue, then the life in Ireland is not going to be a problem. I don' t think there is a right or wrong to enjoying not having to have deeper relations with your ... Read More

mav238 replied to a thread
8 years ago
Priscilla

Adapting to the climate in Ireland by Priscilla

Hello everyone, Adjusting to new climatic conditions is key in any °µÍø½ûÇøriation process. Moving to Ireland is no exception. What are the climate characteristics of Ireland? How does the local weather impact your daily life, mood or ...

mav238

I totally agree. If one is used to warm sunny days, maybe a bit of rain here and there, then the weather in ireland will not be for you. It rains regularly, and the sun might come out for an hour or so, and then it becomes cloudy again. And ... Read More

mav238 replied to a thread
9 years ago
Priscilla

Expand your social circle in Ireland by Priscilla

Hello everyone, Moving to Ireland means leaving one's family and friends behind. Creating a circle of friends or joining an existing one should therefore be paramount in order to fight loneliness in your host country. But how can one develop a ...

mav238

It really depends on where you move to and what culture/race you are coming from. If you move to small cities like Galway, and if you come from a big city, it might be a reverse culture shock. Irish folks are generally very friendly, but it is ... Read More

mav238 replied to a thread
9 years ago
Christine

In retrospect, would you move again to Ireland? by Christine

Hi all, If you had to look back on your °µÍø½ûÇø experience in Ireland, 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 ...

mav238

Well, Ireland is a very different country and culture from the many countries I have stayed in and visited. The people are friendly in general, but not very open to receiving you into their friendship group. Compared to the North American culture, ... Read More

mav238 replied to a thread
9 years ago
Christine

Essentials to live in Ireland by Christine

Hi, As an °µÍø½ûÇø living in Ireland, what would you advise the ones about to pack to bring along? What are the items you can easily find in Ireland? On the other hand, what is less common or quite expensive? Share with us what you would ...

mav238

I have since moved out of Ireland back to my home country Canada. But when I moved out to Galway, Ireland for a job, I was staying in a fully furnished apartment. Clothing is generally quite cheap, if you are buying from those discount stores. ... Read More

mav238 replied to a thread
9 years ago
TANIACRO

any useful information about °µÍø½ûÇøriating to Dublin by TANIACRO

Hello!! I'm interested to find a job in Ireland; prefer Dublin because is the capital and largest city of Ireland; in the field of catering, trade and administration at the hospital or something similar to these jobs. I lived and worked for ...

mav238

Hello!! I'm interested to find a job in Ireland; prefer Dublin because is the capital and largest city of Ireland; in the field of catering, trade and administration at the hospital or something similar to these jobs. I lived and worked for ... Read More

mav238 replied to a thread
9 years ago
Kimberrmason4813

How does being an °µÍø½ûÇø, make it easier to live in Ireland? by Kimberrmason4813

I live in the US and really want to move and live in Ireland for the rest of my life. I can't seem to get a straight answer as to what being an °µÍø½ûÇø does for me in the long run. I know I can visit in the UK at long as 6 months and the EU for 3 ...

mav238

Hello, I am not sure about immigration laws in Ireland, but if you are able to find a job that will sponsor your work visa, it will make the process much easier and expedited. But the annual work visa is not cheap, approx 300 euros or more now. ... Read More

mav238 replied to a thread
10 years ago
°µÍø½ûÇø.com

Cost of living in Ireland – 2015 by °µÍø½ûÇø.com

Hi all, We invite you to talk about the cost of living in Ireland in 2015, with an updated price listing. Don't forget to mention in which city of Ireland you are living in. How much does it cost to live in Ireland? > accommodation ...

mav238

Hi All, I'm living in Galway city, Co. Galway in the west of Ireland. > accommodation prices -- €600-800 per mth for a 2BR flat. > public transportation fares (tube, bus etc.) - €2 around town > food prices (your monthly ... Read More