Dr. Ryan James
@Budget Nomad
American expat in Hungary
Forum posts
15
About me
American
Lives in Budapest
Speaks English
Registration: 18 August 2008
Activity
Will my salary be enough for living in Budapest? by Jovan_8
Hello, So, I have this job opportunity in Budapest, and they are offering me a salary of 400 Euros. Do You think it's enough? I would have to pay for my accommodation (I will certainly share), bills, meals, transport. So, any experiences or ...
I agree with the first responder. Most people earning this amount survive, but certainly don't live well. They will either live with family to make their salary go farther or they will work a second job. Budapest is not as economical as it was ... Read More
New members of the Hungary forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Hungary forum? Don聮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 ...
There are many Facebook groups for Budapest and Hungary. There are ALWAYS apartments listed there for rent for both long and short term. :cheers: Ryan Read More
TV Programming by Teachrman
I recently changed to UPC Digital television and now have many more channels than in the past. I would like to check the day's programming schedule but can't seem to find it anywhere on UPC Hungary's website. I found Ireland OK, but not ...
I have UPC Digital television also, but never use it. I am certain though that the day's programming can be found on the TV itself. Try the MENU button. If you cannot find it just call UPC at 1221. When the Hungarian starts, press 7 for an ... Read More
IT consulting in Budapest by qasimshah
Hello everyone, I'm considering relocating to Budapest to start an IT consulting firm. Anyone have any insights on the market and whether not speaking Hungrain will be a big disadvantage? I'm also developing a website for the local ...
I think it really boils down to what you mean by IT consulting. There is a long time and established tech and computer repair company here owned by an American who does speak Hungarian. I would be wary as to who would use your services if you are ... Read More
Where to go for Christmas? by missustoad
I am retired and on my own about an hour outside BP. I won't be flying home and I'm trying to find something to do around Dec 24-26th. I was thinking of a spa/thermal baths situation but I dont' know if they are opened on Christmas. I ...
Have you checked the budget airlines like WizzAir for an airfare/hotel package? If you want to stay in Budapest, we are two Americans who have a B and B BudaBaB Not that we are doing anything special, but we are fluent in English. Read More
DVD rental in Budapest, used DVD player? by bchandrasekaran
We're from the US and as I posted in the "Introduce yourself" forum topic, we'll be visiting scholars at the Central Europen University till June 2015. I had a Netflix account in the US, and was hoping to pick up on my Netwflix ...
There are a number of Facebook groups for Budapest Used stuff for sale in Budapest! https://www.facebook.com/groups/usedstuffforsaleinbudapest/ Budapest Buy and Sell https://www.facebook.com/groups/505203309588135/ Budapest ExPat Classifieds Read More
Are there any photography clubs in Budapest? by cazg
So I am new in the city and I was wondering if there are some photography clubs in Budapest? As to be more specific, a group of people that gather to make photos... :)
You should join Facebook and then search for the Budapest groups. I don't know of any photography groups, but i do know there have been a number of people offering photography lessons. Chances are there are some who would like to band ... Read More
Ziploc bags? by bchandrasekaran
Any one knows where we can score some ziploc bags in Budapest? Can't find them in supermarkets. Thanks.
I haven't been able to find the kind in the US. I had someone bring me a large bunch of them when they came to visit. I wash and reuse them forever. Read More
Dutch Oven
I have been looking for a Dutch oven, a heavy deep pot with a lid that can go on the stove top and in the oven. I have looked at Ikea and the Vasadenyi (?) the specialty housewares chain of stores. When I ask, all I get is "nincs". It ... Read More
New on the expat blog directory! by Julie
Hi all, We invite you to discover the new features of the 九色视频 directory: 1- News You can now share your posts with the 九色视频 community. The new heading entitled 聯News聰 enables you to share the last blog posts: the aim is to highlight ...
Excellent, this will be really useful and what I had hoped for for some time now. Thanks! Read More
Cost of living in Hungary by expat.com
Hi everybody, It would be very interesting and useful to exchange informations about the cost of living in Hungary . The idea is to help those who would like to live in Hungary. Don't forget to mention where you are living Let's compare the: > ...
As an addendum to my last note, it was just announced that the cost of electricity and gas will probably rise 8-10% next year. Hungary already has the highest electricity rates in Europe. Public transport passes are going up 7% in January. They are ... Read More
Cost of living in Hungary....? by nash786
I will be migrating to Budapest in a month or so. I'm offered a gross monthly salary of 100,000 HUF. Can I have decent life with my family with this salary. I would appreciate if anyone help me by giving a quick rounded figure for the ...
Hi, We have a friend, a single man, coming here to attend the university. In trying to assist him in finding a place, without much knowledge of Hungarian, I have only been able to find flats ranging from 400 Euros to 600 Euros a month for rent ... Read More
Cost of living in Hungary by expat.com
Hi everybody, It would be very interesting and useful to exchange informations about the cost of living in Hungary . The idea is to help those who would like to live in Hungary. Don't forget to mention where you are living Let's compare the: > ...
The common fees for the building need to be added to the rent above, plus finding an apartment for 80,000 Huf is more difficult now than ever. If you have a water meter, you have to add in another bill. Cable Internet is cheaper if you can sign a 2 ... Read More
Cost of living in Hungary....? by nash786
I will be migrating to Budapest in a month or so. I'm offered a gross monthly salary of 100,000 HUF. Can I have decent life with my family with this salary. I would appreciate if anyone help me by giving a quick rounded figure for the ...
Wow, 100,000 Huf is not going to go far at all. By the time they take out taxes, you are going to be left with finding a second job. Most of that is going to go for rent. Most rentals also require the renter to pay for the 'common' fees of the ... Read More