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02/08/2011Expat Voices: Dusan Zalig on living in Belgium

Expat Voices: Dusan Zalig on living in Belgium Dusan Zalig talks about what he loves most about Brussels, like chocolate and beer, and some things he could do without, such as the political climate.

Name: Dusan Zalig    
Nationality: Slovene
City of residence: Brussels
Date of birth: 26 june 1965
Occupation: Assistant
Reason for moving to Belgium: work and live in international environment
Lived in Belgium for (give weeks/ months/or years): 1.5 yr

What was your first impression of Belgium?
I was amazed that summer was so hot and daylight lasted almost over 23 hrs.

What do you think of the food?
I miss more vegetarian restaurants. I also adore waffles, chocolate and beer, and have found a great restaurant where everything is cooked with beer. Great!

What do you think of the shopping in Belgium?
I`d prolong the opening hours a bit. I especially like the furniture on Rue Haute, the fashion at quartier Danseart and Belgian-6 designers.

What do you appreciate about living in Belgium?
The multicultural environment of Brussels and also its location -- it's close to other great cities such as Amsterdam, Paris, London and Cologne. I like the architecture and the very good transport system.

What do you find most frustrating about living in Belgium?
The weather and too many cigarette-beggers.

What puzzles you about Belgium and what do you miss since you’ve moved here?
Why Wallons and Flamish can`t find a way to appreciate each other and their cultures.

How does the quality of life in Belgium compare to the quality of life in other countries that you’ve lived in?
In Slovenia, where I come from, access to nature is really easy. Also, it is almost impossible to rollerskate on the streets of Brussels. I miss that the most. On the other hand, the cultural life on offer here is amazing and can`t be compared to my home country.

If you could change anything about Belgium, what would it be?
The climate and political issues between two nations.

What advice would you give to a newcomer?
Discover the rich culture, history and everything this country offers.


1 reaction to this article

vangenechten posted: 2012-02-13 20:32:42

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Are you temporarily in Belgium for professional reasons? Continue reading.

WHY5Research, a market research company from Antwerp is looking for men/women who like to share their opinions with us and others during a group session of 3 hours about media. These group sessions are held on different dates in Antwerp or Brussels, and we provide an incentive of 125 euro.

We are specifically looking for expats (with university diploma) and partners of expats who are in Belgium for not more than 2 years and in possession of a PC, TV and internet at home.

All interviews will be in English.

If you qualify for one of the following groups and you would like to help us, please contact Inge Vangenechten at 03/440.51.00 or you can also mail to inge.tendens@telenet.be


Antwerp
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Thursday 16/02/2012
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Brussels:
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1200 W St Lambert

Wednesday 22/02/2012

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Wednesday 29/02/2012

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Thursday 01/02/2012

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1 reaction to this article

vangenechten posted: 2012-02-13 20:32:42

Wanted: participants for a research

Are you temporarily in Belgium for professional reasons? Continue reading.

WHY5Research, a market research company from Antwerp is looking for men/women who like to share their opinions with us and others during a group session of 3 hours about media. These group sessions are held on different dates in Antwerp or Brussels, and we provide an incentive of 125 euro.

We are specifically looking for expats (with university diploma) and partners of expats who are in Belgium for not more than 2 years and in possession of a PC, TV and internet at home.

All interviews will be in English.

If you qualify for one of the following groups and you would like to help us, please contact Inge Vangenechten at 03/440.51.00 or you can also mail to inge.tendens@telenet.be


Antwerp
TENDENS
Jos Ratinckxstraat 3
2600 Berchem

Thursday 16/02/2012
13.00u-16.00u: Group 1: partners from expats 30-50 years, origin EU (but not from Eastern Europe)

18.30u-21.30u: Group 2: expats, 25-40 years, origin China

Thursday 23/02/2012

18.30u-21.30u: Group 3: partners from expats, 30-50 years, origin UK/USA/AYS/NZ


Brussels:
DEFILINE
125/8 Avenue P. Hymans
1200 W St Lambert

Wednesday 22/02/2012

18.30u-21.30u: Group 4: expats, 35-50 years, origin Eastern Europe

Wednesday 29/02/2012

18.30u-21.30u: Group 5: expats, 35-50 years, origin UK/USA/AUS/NZ

Thursday 01/02/2012

18.30u-21.30u: Group 6: expats, 25-40 years, origin EU (but not from Eastern Europe)

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